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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has termed the announcement of a Gaza peace agreement as a historic opportunity to establish lasting peace in the Middle East and to end the genocide in Gaza. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the prime minister said the leadership shown by United States President Donald Trump throughout the dialogue and negotiation process reflected a firm commitment to global peace. He also recognised the persistent and thoughtful efforts of the leaders of Qatar, Egypt and Turkiye in reaching the agreement. He paid tribute to the Palestinian people, who have endured extreme hardship, and said such suffering must…

As social platforms evolve, 2025 is shaping up as a battleground between short-form video giants and conversational networks. TikTok remains a powerhouse, but Threads is redefining how users engage — and where brands choose to invest. TikTok: Still dominant, still evolving TikTok continues to dominate the short-form video landscape. According to Sendible, it boasts over 2.05 billion users globally and remains a central platform for brands, creators, and trends. The platform’s algorithm and addictive design keep users hooked, with recent data showing average viewing times for casual users nearly doubling. In 2025, TikTok is pushing new features — experimenting with…

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have agreed to enhance cooperation in trade and investment. A meeting of the Saudi-Pakistan Joint Business Council took place in Islamabad. The Saudi delegation was led by Saudi-Pakistan Joint Business Council Prince Mansour bin Mohammad al-Saud. From Pakistan, federal ministers, representatives of government bodies and senior private sector officials attended the session. The Saudi delegation was informed about investment opportunities in Pakistan. Officials from the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce, delivered a detailed briefing to the Saudi delegation. The visiting delegation also held meetings with representatives of leading Pakistani…

The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) have agreed not to issue hostile statements against one another. According to details surfaced on Thursday, both the parties have agreed not to issue public statements against one another. The PML-N delegation persuaded President Asif Ali Zardari to ease political tensions between the ruling party and the Pakistan Peoples Party PPP. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq arrived in Nawabshah from Islamabad by special aircraft. Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi also had reached Nawabshah separately from Lahore. President Zardari welcomed the delegation at…

The second half-yearly economic review between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) ended without agreement. A joint communiqué on the second half-yearly economic review talks between Pakistan and the IMF has been released. Implementation of the conditions under the loan programme was described as strong. Both sides agreed to continue policy discussions. Despite progress in discussions, both sides could not reached a staff-level deal. The IMF has once again urged Pakistan to implement further measures, as a staff-level agreement could not be reached between the two sides. The IMF stressed the need to maintain fiscal discipline and extend support…

Hamas has confirmed that an agreement has been reached with Israel to end the war and withdraw occupying forces from Gaza. According to details surfaced on Thursday, under the agreement, humanitarian aid will be delivered to Gaza and prisoners will be exchanged. Hamas also confirmed the signing of the first phase of the peace agreement. The group said it remains committed to its pledge and will not renounce the principles of freedom, sovereignty and the right of the people to self-determination. It urged guarantor countries to ensure that Israel fully complies with all conditions of the agreement. As part of…

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has urged both sides to fully comply with the terms of the initial phase of the Gaza peace agreement signed by Israel and Hamas. In response to the agreement, António Guterres emphasised that all hostages must be released in a dignified manner, a permanent ceasefire must be ensured, and the war must come to a complete and final end. Earlier, the President of the United States, Donald Trump, said that Gaza is now becoming a much safer place. He said it would be rebuilt, with support from other countries in the region. These countries, he…

Tourism in the Middle East has expanded significantly in recent years. In 2018, the region received 64 million visitors. It is home to numerous attractions including pyramids, oases, religious cities, and other remarkable landmarks. This report highlighted the most visited destinations in the region. Dubai Dubai offers a wide range of attractions, including beaches, shopping areas, desert activities, and modern architecture. Exploring the city by district is one of the most efficient ways to navigate its diverse sites. Key locations included are Jumeirah Beach, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Creek, Downtown Dubai, Burj Khalifa. Visitors can enjoy beaches such as Jumeirah Beach,…

ISLAMABAD : Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Wednesday chaired the first review-meeting after the 14th Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) session of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, and examined the progress on CPEC Phase-II projects in detail. The minister directed the ministries concerned to prepare new projects under CPEC Phase-II and expedite the provision of facilities in Special Economic Zones (SEZs), a news release said. He emphasized that priority should be given to projects that have lasting and positive impacts on public life. Ahsan Iqbal stated that the 14th JCC meeting marked the beginning of a…

ISLAMABAD : First Lady Bibi Aseefa Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday appreciating China’s role as one of the leading global investors in renewable energy expressed Pakistan’s desire to further promote cultural, tourism, and educational exchanges between the two countries. She was talking to President of China-Asia-Africa Trade Promotion Office Ms Hao who called on her at the Aiwan-e-Sadr today. Aseefa Bhutto Zardari said that Pakistan, being an agriculture-based economy, could greatly benefit from China’s modern agricultural technologies and expertise. She said efforts were underway to introduce efficient irrigation methods and reduce water wastage in the agriculture sector. Ms Hao informed the…