Editorial

Opinion

A US-Iran ceasefire holds as Washington extends the talks deadline at Pakistan’s request. Iran has yet to confirm a US delegation, while Israel’s Lebanon actions threaten progress.

Opinion

The article argues that Israeli settlers’ Al-Aqsa invasion—reportedly backed by police—goes beyond condemnation, linking the move to the Temple Movement and potential disruption of USA-Iran talks.

Opinion

The government seeks to complete the last IMF review by accepting 11 new conditions, including limits on growth-linked spending, changes to tax exemptions, and continued tariff hikes.

Opinion

Pakistan has opened direct US-Iran contact and helped avert wider war, but contradictory signals and public brinkmanship threaten the next round. Islamabad must keep engagement steady and lower tensions.

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As Pakistan’s current IMF programme winds down, the Fund’s next “wish list” targets a 2% primary surplus via broader taxation and potential fuel subsidy cuts, tied to a new loan.

Opinion

Iran ends its Hormuz Strait blockade, signaling movement toward settlement with the U.S. Oil prices fall sharply, while talks near the April 21 truce deadline.

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Pakistan faces renewed loadshedding as LNG supplies remain disrupted after missile strikes on Qatar facilities. The minister warns outages could last years, while forex and energy costs worsen.

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Saudi Arabia rolled over billions in deposits, effectively a loan, after Pakistan repaid the UAE. The move underscores that large “geopolitical” reserves can’t safely fund imports or debt.

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The US and Iran will use the remaining ceasefire to restart talks in Pakistan by April 22. Disputes persist over enrichment delay, uranium stockpile, and control of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Fitch kept Pakistan’s B+ sovereign debt rating, citing FX buffers and potential benefits from its regional mediation role. The decision comes as Pakistan returns the UAE deposit and seeks Middle East support.

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Islamabad talks produced no agreement, but the US-Iran ceasefire Pakistan helped secure remains in place. The article urges extending it, narrowing disputes, and warns Israel’s Lebanon attacks could derail de-escalation.

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US-Iran talks have begun in Islamabad after a long hiatus. Delegations focus on the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions and nuclear technology, with Pakistan urged to help keep talks on track.