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Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Chief Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu reiterated his resolve to further enhance professional cooperation with the Libyan Air Force. According to a statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Libyan Armed Forces deputy commander-in-chief, Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, visited the Air Headquarters. The Air Chief Marshal, Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, met Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, ISPR said. The meeting included an exchange of views on matters of mutual interest and the regional security situation, the ISPR added. Discussions also covered possibilities for further strengthening bilateral military cooperation, according to the ISPR. The…

The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) secretary-general, Major General Mohammed bin Saeed Al-Moghedi, arrived at the GHQ. Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir, met Major General Mohammed bin Saeed. During the meeting, matters of mutual interest were discussed, said ISPR. Emphasis was laid on regional security and enhancing cooperation in counter-terrorism. A reaffirmation was made of the joint strategy, intelligence sharing and the resolve to fight terrorism and extremism. The Field Marshal praised the IMCTC’s role in strengthening stability and coordinated counter-terrorism measures in the Islamic world. Major General Mohammed bin Saeed acknowledged Pakistan’s sacrifices in…

US President Donald Trump announced that he had agreed a trade deal with India in which the United States will lower tariffs on Indian goods from 25 per cent to 18 per cent.  In a post on Truth Social, Trump said India would reduce trade barriers to zero and would also stop buying Russian oil. He said an additional 25 per cent tariff penalty imposed because of Delhi’s refusal to halt purchases of Russian oil would be dropped. The announcement came less than a week after India and the European Union agreed a landmark trade deal after nearly two decades…

The Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced on Monday the final 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, which the country will co-host with India from 7 February to 8 March. All-rounder Dasun Shanaka will lead the 2014 T20 World Cup winners in the 20-team tournament, with the squad also featuring experienced players such as Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera and Charith Asalanka. Former captain Wanindu Hasaranga will strengthen Sri Lanka’s all-rounder ranks, which also include Kamindu Mendis and Dunith Wellalage, while the pace attack comprises Dushmantha Chameera and Matheesha Pathirana. Maheesh Theekshana is expected to provide a specialist…

Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said on Monday that the recent unrest in Iran was a conspiracy by Israel and the United States. In a statement issued on the social media, Khamenei said that the CIA and Mossad had been fomenting rebellion in the country, adding that the Iranian forces thwarted the CIA and Mossad plot. Khamenei said: “The aim of the conspiracy was to harm the government and its institutions. The planning and supervision of spreading unrest in Iran were carried out from abroad.” “The United States created ISIS; the recent rebellion aimed to destabilise Iran’s security. Iranian…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz urged on Monday the public to follow government guidelines to ensure the safe celebration of the Basant festival. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the chief minister said: “Every ‘pinna’ is QR-coded, allowing it to be tracked from the manufacturer to the seller and, ultimately, to the buyer. All manufacturers are registered with the government and fully compliant with approved safety regulations and specifications.” In view of the increased demand for kites and strings, supplies from outside Punjab have been permitted strictly for products that meet the prescribed safety standards.” The Punjab chief minister added: “Safety…

The prospect of Pakistan boycotting its T20 World Cup match against India has caused concern within the Indian cricket board and the International Cricket Council. The financial stakes rise further during elite tournaments such as the T20 World Cup, which begins next week. With Pakistan set to boycott the much-anticipated clash against India following government approval, Indian broadcasters are expected to suffer substantial financial losses. According to a report by NDTV, the total commercial value of a single India-Pakistan T20 match is estimated at around $500 million (approximately Rs450 billion). This figure includes broadcast rights, advertising premiums, sponsorship activations, ticket sales…

A system of standards for the low-altitude economy is expected to be basically established by 2027, according to guidelines published on Monday. The guidelines state that by 2030, there will be more than 300 standards for the low-altitude economy, and a structurally optimized, advanced, reasonable and internationally compatible standards system will be basically formed, providing strong support for the sector’s sound development. The standards system will cover the entire industrial chain, including low-altitude aircraft, infrastructure, air traffic management, safety supervision and application scenarios. China’s low-altitude economy has entered a period of accelerated industrialization, forming a complete industrial ecosystem that spans…

The YH-1000S hybrid-powered unmanned transport aircraft, developed by the China Academy of Aerospace Aerodynamics, completed its maiden flight on Sunday in southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality. The YH-1000S in Chongqing Municipality, southwest China, February 1, 2026. /CMG The aircraft is a new iteration developed to meet global market demand, following the maiden flight of the YH-1000 unmanned transport aircraft in May 2025. The YH-1000S is equipped with a high-power hybrid propulsion system, which significantly shortens takeoff and landing distance while improving payload capacity and flight range. The YH-1000S in Chongqing Municipality, southwest China, February 1, 2026. /CMG The development of the…

Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with President of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay Yamandu Orsi in Beijing on Tuesday.