The first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq is not only a reminder of Pakistan’s military and diplomatic resilience, but also a reflection of the strong international friendships that stood beside the country during one of the most tense periods in recent regional history. As Pakistan responded to aggression during Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, several friendly nations openly expressed…
The Indus Waters Treaty is once again in the spotlight—and not for a good reason. What was once considered one of the most resilient water-sharing agreements in the world is now facing a serious test after India’s unilateral suspension. From Pakistan’s perspective, this is not just a diplomatic issue—it’s a long-term strategic, agricultural, and humanitarian…
ISLAMABAD (Sabahuddin Qazi) – President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari delivered a compelling and strategically charged address to the joint session of Pakistan’s Parliament, marking the beginning of the 9th parliamentary year. This address, delivered amidst heightened regional tensions and security concerns, combined constitutional affirmation, national resolve, and diplomatic messaging in a broad narrative aimed…
In recent days, two important diplomatic moves in South Asia and the broader region have caught Pakistan’s attention. First, the neighbouring country of Iran has offered to act as a mediator between Pakistan and the government of Taliban-ruled Afghanistan. Second, Turkiye has announced a significant delegation to Pakistan in order to help break the deadlock…
US President Donald Trump, while speaking at a regional meeting in South Korea on Wednesday, once again credited himself with preventing a full-scale war between India and Pakistan. He claimed that both nations were “going at it,” with seven planes shot down, and that he stepped in by threatening them with 250 per cent tariffs…
In the land of five rivers, where the echoes of ancient civilizations still whisper through the ruins of Mohenjo-Daro and Taxila, the lamps of Diwali continue to shine — quietly yet beautifully. Every year, Pakistan’s Hindu community, along with people from other faiths who join in the spirit of the festival, celebrates Diwali, the festival…
Few voices in Pakistan speak with as much authority on nuclear deterrence as Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed. His credibility is not theoretical; it is rooted in Pakistan’s defining moment of nuclear history. In the context of emerging worrisome situation after the Israeli attacks against Qatar, several TV channels invited him for the candid discussion revolving…
The question of whether India is waging a “water war” against Pakistan has resurfaced time and again, particularly whenever floods or water shortages strike. The issue is not just about rainfall or rivers; it touches the very heart of survival for millions of people in both countries. Water is life, and for Pakistan, which is…
Islamabad (PNP Monitoring Desk) – On the topic of recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) declaration, Pakistan Television’s flagship program Newsroom hosted an extensive discussion on pressing national and regional issues. The talk show, moderated with a focus on analytical depth, brought together seasoned experts including Dr. Muhammad Arif (Foreign Affairs Analyst), climate commentators, and political…
For Pakistan, a country balancing its foreign policy between Washington, Moscow, and Beijing, the outcome of the recent meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and former U.S. President Donald Trump, held in Alaska, holds significant diplomatic, strategic, and economic relevance. Let’s explores the possible impact of the Putin–Trump meeting on Pakistan’s foreign policy, its regional…
