Muhammad Zahid Rifat

Opinion

Pakistan hosts the 9th OIC Ministerial Conference on Women in Islamabad on July 12-13, focusing on socio-economic and political empowerment through four key themes.

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s one-day visit to Pakistan strengthens bilateral ties, with both leaders highlighting mediation, de-escalation, regional stability, security cooperation, and trade goals.

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Federal Budget 2026-27, presented in the National Assembly, reflects IMF-linked fiscal discipline: Rs 18.77tr spending, 4% growth target, higher pensions and minimum wages, tax changes, and subsidy cuts.

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EU High Representative Kaja Kallas visited Islamabad, co-chaired the 8th Pakistan-EU Strategic Dialogue, and urged progress on GSP+ obligations. Both sides pledged deeper cooperation in trade, diplomacy, security and climate.

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President Asif Ali Zardari and PM Shehbaz Sharif’ visits to China highlight growing China-Pakistan ties. In 2026, they mark 75 years of diplomatic relations and advance the second phase of CPEC.

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The strategic Sino-Pak partnership is strengthening in 2026 through high-level talks and cooperation in various sectors, including trade, security, and infrastructure.