The Ministry of Defence has officially confirmed the appointment of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir as Pakistan’s first Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), marking a major structural shift in the country’s military leadership model. The notification was issued on Friday morning after President Asif Ali Zardari approved the appointment upon the advice of Prime Minister […]
Summary for COAS Asim Munir’s Appointment as CDF Sent to Presidency for Approval
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has formally forwarded the summary for the appointment of Field Marshal Asim Munir as Pakistan’s first Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) to President Asif Ali Zardari, marking a historic shift in the military command structure. According to a press release from the Prime Minister’s Office, the appointment will elevate the current […]
3 Nadra officers arrested in Balochistan over major fake passport scam involving Afghan nationals
Authorities in Balochistan have arrested three officials from the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) for their alleged involvement in a large-scale fake passport racket that enabled Afghan nationals to unlawfully obtain Pakistani travel documents. The development marks a serious escalation in an ongoing investigation into identity fraud that has raised concerns over institutional integrity […]
CDA Chairman, Bahraini Ambassador Explore Islamabad Development and Deeper Bilateral Cooperation
Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA) Muhammad Ali Randhawa met Bahraini Ambassador Muhammad Ibrahim Muhammad Abdul Qadeer at the CDA Headquarters in Islamabad to discuss development initiatives and avenues for enhanced cooperation between Pakistan and Bahrain. The meeting underscored the shared desire of both countries to further strengthen bilateral relations while contributing to the growth and […]
Pakistan, Egypt Strengthen Defence and Strategic Cooperation During High-Level Meetings
Pakistan and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening defence, security and broader strategic cooperation during a series of high-level engagements in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The renewed resolve follows the official visit of Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr Badr Ahmed Mohamed Abdelatty, who held extensive discussions with Pakistan’s civil and military leadership. According to an Inter-Services […]
Mohsin Naqvi Discusses Regional Security with Bahrain’s Interior Minister, Condemns Attack on Hangu Checkpost
Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held an in-depth meeting with Bahrain’s Interior Minister General Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa during his ongoing visit to the Kingdom. The discussion, confirmed through Naqvi’s official post on X, centred on strengthening cooperation across multiple security domains and advancing bilateral coordination. Both sides exchanged views on regional stability, […]
Bahrain Crown Prince Welcomes PM Shehbaz Sharif in Manama
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Manama on Wednesday for a two-day official visit aimed at advancing Pakistan’s strategic partnership with Bahrain. The visit marks a renewed push to expand cooperation across multiple sectors, including trade, investment, energy, technology, education and cultural exchanges. Upon landing at Bahrain International Airport, Prime Minister Shehbaz received a warm […]
JUI-F Chief Fazlur Rehman Declares Party’s Rejection of 27th Amendment
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has announced that his party has formally rejected the 27th Constitutional Amendment, saying it was pushed through parliament without consensus and in violation of earlier commitments made to the opposition. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad on Tuesday, Fazl stated that JUI-F members of parliament had opposed […]
Saudi Military Chief Meets Gen Sahir Shamshad to Boost Defence Cooperation
General Fayyadh Bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili, Chief of General Staff of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, met General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), during his visit to Joint Staff Headquarters in Rawalpindi. The high-level meeting underscored the growing strategic alignment between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia at a time of evolving regional […]
Pakistan and EU Hold Seventh Strategic Dialogue in Brussels
Pakistan and the European Union reaffirmed their commitment to a broad and forward-looking partnership during the seventh strategic dialogue held in Brussels on Saturday. The meeting was co-chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and EU Vice-President Kaya Kalas, according to details shared by 24NewsHD. Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said […]