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President Asif Ali Zardari met with a delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Thursday to discuss Pakistan’s economic situation and the ongoing IMF programme. The delegation was led by Jihad Azour, Director of the IMF’s Middle East and Central Asia Department. Federal Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, Senator Saleem Mandviwalla, and other senior officials were also present during the meeting. During the discussion, President Zardari acknowledged the IMF’s role in contributing to Pakistan’s economic stability. He noted that the ongoing IMF programme has been instrumental in supporting the country’s financial recovery and will help drive further economic growth.…

Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) thwarted a major terrorist plot near Rahmani Khel Mor in Mianwali, killing three militants during an intense exchange of fire, officials said Thursday. According to CTD officials, the operation was based on intelligence reports and aimed at intercepting a group of terrorists planning large-scale attacks on police check-posts. As CTD teams approached the suspects, they came under heavy fire. During the gunfight, three militants were killed — reportedly by fire from their own accomplices. However, six other suspects managed to flee the scene. Authorities recovered rifles, three hand grenades, ammunition, and explosive materials from the site. A…

Karachi Kings captain David Warner has won the hearts of Pakistani fans, despite his team’s exit from the tenth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL X). Warner was among the foreign players who returned to Pakistan after the tournament was paused due to heightened border tensions between Pakistan and India. Demonstrating outstanding commitment and engagement in Pakistan’s premier domestic tournament, Warner amassed 368 runs in 11 matches at an average of 33.45. The Australian cricket legend not only captured the admiration of local fans but also showcased his prowess as both a formidable batter and an inspirational team leader.…

The National Cyber Emergency Response Team has issued an advisory warning of potential hacking threats via Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. According to the advisory, hackers may steal users’ sensitive data and stored information through these browsers. Users of both desktop and mobile devices could be affected, the advisory warns. To mitigate the risk, the National Cyber Emergency Response Team has recommended precautionary measures. Users are advised to install the latest versions of Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. Additionally, it is recommended that users restrict access to unverified websites to enhance cybersecurity.

Bitcoin rose to its highest level on record on Wednesday, eclipsing the previous high from January, as risk sentiment continues to improve after last month’s tariff-induced selloff. The world’s largest cryptocurrency touched a high of $109,760.08, and was last up 1.1% at $108,117. Its ascent was driven by a combination of factors including easing trade tension between the United States and China and Moody’s downgrade of U.S. sovereign debt which has prompted investors to seek alternative investment sources to the dollar. “Now that January’s high has been surpassed – and the 50 percent upside from April’s lows has been achieved…

From trade and tech to a taste of Europe, Leonie Zeumer reports from Ningbo, where the China-CEEC Expo brings business and culture together under one roof. Showcasing everything from smart manufacturing to Slovenian honey, the expo offers a snapshot of global exchange in motion.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with Foreign Minister of the Netherlands Caspar Veldkamp in Beijing on Thursday. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said that China is willing to enhance communication with the Netherlands, deepen practical cooperation and strengthen multilateral collaboration, thereby making new contributions to the development of China-EU relations, the recovery of the world economy and the stability of global industrial and supply chains. Wang said China has introduced a number of new opening-up measures and welcomes the Netherlands to seize the opportunities. He expressed the…

Since assuming the rotating presidency of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), China has hosted a series of events focused on the SCO Year of Sustainable Development, aiming to deepen cooperation with SCO countries in poverty reduction and promote sustainable socioeconomic development across the region, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Thursday. Spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks at a regular press briefing in response to a question about the recent 2025 SCO Forum on Poverty Reduction and Sustainable Development. Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter to the forum, Mao noted, saying that China, as the current SCO president, stands…

China is willing to work with Turkmenistan to strengthen the alignment between the Belt and Road Initiative and Turkmenistan’s development strategy to revive the Great Silk Road, explore new measures to deepen cooperation in connectivity and agriculture, and expand collaboration in culture, tourism and education, China’s top legislator Zhao Leji said on Thursday. Zhao, chairman of China’s National People’s Congress (NPC) Standing Committee, made the remarks while holding talks with Dunyagozel Gulmanova, chairperson of the National Assembly (Mejlis) of Turkmenistan, in Beijing. Zhao said that in January 2023, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov jointly announced the…

ISLAMABAD: The Senate on Thursday strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Khuzdar, labelling the targeting of schoolchildren as inhumane, calling for a stronger defence against external threats and reaffirming the country’s commitment to safeguarding its citizens. Senator Agha Shahzaib Durrani presented the motion seeking the suspension of normal business and discussing the Khuzdar attack, which took the lives of six people, including four schoolchildren. During the debate, senators accused India of supporting the perpetrators and emphasised the importance of national unity in the fight against terrorism. Initiating the debate, former caretaker prime minister Senator Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar condemned the growing influence…