Pakistan, Bangladesh Sign Trade and Education Agreements Post-Talks
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CAIR Urges US State Department to Reinstate Fired Press Officer
Shahed Ghoreishi firing Washington, August 24, 2025, 11:21 AM PKT – CAIR Urges US State Department to Reinstate Fired Press Officer The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) has called for the reinstatement of Shahed Ghoreishi, the US State Department press officer fired on August 21, 2025, over disputes regarding Gaza policy statements. CAIR condemned the dismissal as an attempt to silence dissent on US foreign policy. According to CAIR, Ghoreishi’s firing followed his draft statement opposing forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza, which was rejected by department leadership. “This unjust action reflects a pattern of punishing moral clarity,” said CAIR’s Nihad Awad, urging a review of the decision. The controversy has sparked debate over free expression within the State Department, with critics highlighting pressure for pro-Israel messaging. Shahed Ghoreishi firing Ghoreishi’s supporters argue his stance aligned with prior US policy. Stay updated at nenagency.
DPM Dar Departs for Historic Two-Day Visit to Bangladesh
�DPM Dar Departs for Historic Two-Day Visit to Bangladesh � �Dhaka, August 23, 2025, 10:43 AM PKT – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar left for Bangladesh today on a two-day official visit, marking the first such trip by a Pakistani foreign minister in 13 years. The visit, at the invitation of the Bangladeshi government, aims to strengthen bilateral ties. � �In Dhaka, Dar will meet Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus and Foreign Affairs Adviser Md. Touhid Hossain. Discussions will cover Pakistan-Bangladesh relations, trade, and regional issues. Recent diplomatic breakthroughs, including visa-free travel for diplomats and direct sea trade, set the stage for this engagement. � �The visit underscores a renewed commitment to enhance cooperation, following high-level military and trade talks between the two nations. DPM Dar Bangladesh visit � �Stay updated at nenagency.com. � �
Envoys of Five Countries Present Credentials to President Zardari
�Envoys of Five Countries Present Credentials to President Zardari � �Islamabad, August 22, 2025, 06:49 PM PKT – President Asif Ali Zardari received diplomatic credentials from envoys of five countries at Aiwan-e-Sadr today. The ceremony included the High Commissioner-designate of Sri Lanka, Rear-Admiral H.L.A. Don Fred Senevirante, and Ambassadors-designate of Indonesia (Chandra Warsenanto), Kyrgyzstan (Kylychbek Sultan), Austria (Wolfgang Oliver Kutschera), and Germany (Ina Ruth Luise Lepel). � �The envoys were greeted with a guard of honour by the Armed Forces. President Zardari congratulated them, expressing hope that their tenure would deepen bilateral ties with Pakistan, particularly in trade, economy, and culture. � �He emphasized strengthening cooperation with Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, Austria, and Germany, highlighting mutual benefits in diverse fields. � �Stay updated at nenagency � �
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�Uzbekistan and Oman Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
� �Muscat, August 22, 2025 – A delegation from Uzbekistan, led by Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade Laziz Kudratov, visited Oman to enhance ties. Meetings with Omani officials, including Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion Qais Al Yousef, focused on joint projects in oil and gas, energy, agriculture, textiles, mining, and more. � �Discussions highlighted Uzbekistan’s investor protections, tax privileges, and opportunities in industrial zones. An exhibition showcased Uzbekistan’s investment potential, drawing interest from Omani business leaders like those from Suhail Bahwan Group and Asyad Group. � �Agreements were reached on implementing new initiatives in priority sectors, aiming for long-term relations and trade diversification. Omani media extensively covered the visit, underscoring growing partnerships. � �Stay updated at nenagency.com. � �
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Pakistan Calls for National Reconciliation in Divided Libya at UN
Pakistan Calls for National Reconciliation in Divided Libya at UN � �United Nations, August 22, 2025 – Pakistan urged timely efforts for national reconciliation in Libya and careful reinvestment of frozen assets for the Libyan people’s benefit. Ambassador Usman Jadoon, Pakistan’s deputy permanent representative to the UN, addressed the Security Council, supporting peace and stability initiatives. � �Jadoon emphasized a time-bound pathway to political reconciliation and national elections. Libya remains divided between the Government of National Unity in Tripoli and the Government of National Stability in Benghazi, nearly 15 years after Muammar Gaddafi’s fall. Recent municipal elections succeeded in 26 areas, with hopes for the remaining 37 soon. � �He highlighted UNSMIL’s report on security uncertainties, stalled reconciliation, and weak economics, calling for inclusive dialogue. Pakistan backs UNSMIL’s proactive role in uniting parties. Hannah Tetteh, UNSMIL head, proposed a 12-18 month roadmap with pillars for electoral frameworks, unified government, and broad participation. � �Stay updated at nenagency.com. � �
Pakistan and China Reaffirm High-Quality CPEC Cooperation
Pakistan and China Reaffirm High-Quality CPEC CooperationIslamabad, August 21, 2025 – Pakistan and China reaffirmed their commitment to the high-quality development of the upgraded China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) during the 6th Strategic Dialogue. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar hosted Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Islamabad. � �The ministers reviewed bilateral ties, focusing on trade, economics, and CPEC 2.0. Dar noted complete unanimity on key issues and welcomed Wang’s vision for advancing cooperation. Wang described CPEC as the cornerstone of their partnership, prioritizing it as a “growth corridor, livelihood-enhancing corridor, green corridor, and open corridor.” � �Wang pledged support for industrial, agricultural, and mining sectors, along with projects like Gwadar port, Karakoram Highway realignment, and ML-1 railway. Dar thanked China for backing Pakistan’s sovereignty and highlighted upcoming events, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit for the SCO summit. China also offered humanitarian aid for recent floods. � �Stay updated at nenagency.com. � �
Rana Tanveer Hussain Meets Governor of Qom Province to Strengthen Agricultural Trade
Rana Tanveer Hussain Meets Governor of Qom Province to Strengthen Agricultural Trade SEO & Publishing Details Article Content (Yoast-optimized) ISLAMABAD, August 20, 2025 — Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain met Iran’s Governor of Qom Province, Akbar Behnamjou, in Qom to deepen agrarian trade ties and reinforce historical and cultural bonds. They discussed leveraging mutual strengths by trading key agricultural commodities like high-quality rice, mangoes, maize, and halal meat from Pakistan in exchange for Iran’s saffron, pistachios, and dry fruit expertise. Highlighting the vision of enhanced food security, Rana Tanveer called agriculture a “cornerstone of socioeconomic integration.” Both parties agreed on practical steps to boost trade efficiency, including improved customs procedures, food safety protocols (SPS), cold-chain logistics, and warehousing infrastructure. The Iranian side pledged to significantly increase purchases of Pakistani rice, expedite mango export permits, and target Pakistan as a primary exporter for up to 60% of its meat imports. Describing the meeting as a “pivotal step toward a sustainable agricultural alliance,” Rana Tanveer invited Governor Behnamjou and Iranian agricultural experts to Pakistan, seeking to foster stronger institutional and people-to-people ties. Why This Works Let me know if you’d like a social media caption or an image suggestion with alt text to go with this post.
