China’s Ministry of Commerce strongly opposes the US decision to add Chinese firms to its “Chinese Military Companies” list, accusing Washington of discriminatory tactics and warning of resolute countermeasures.
President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh reaffirmed Mongolia’s commitment to the One-China principle and pledged deeper strategic cooperation with China, citing expanding ties and plans to boost trade this year.
Pakistan’s PM Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif confirmed a final, agreed text of the US-Iran peace deal has been reached and Pakistan is working with both sides to finalize the next steps.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) rejected the federal Budget FY2026-27, calling it elite-centric and anti-people. PTI warned inflation, tax burden, and rising poverty leave citizens and small businesses with little relief.
China and Germany reaffirm plans to expand trade and economic collaboration and support a China-EU Trade Dialogue to address commercial differences, prevent disputes, and keep bilateral relations stable.
At the 2026 Forum on Global Human Rights Governance, delegates from 100+ countries praised China’s development-centred approach, urging dialogue and South-South cooperation to link human rights with shared prosperity.
The U.S. Mission in Pakistan, with PUAN and Tech Valley, completed a five-day accelerator that trained 50 entrepreneurs in digital trade, building online stores and export roadmaps for global markets.
In a 2-1 decision, Pakistan’s Supreme Court set aside its earlier order and restored Imran Khan’s right to defend himself in Shehbaz Sharif’s Rs10bn defamation suit, citing the need for caution before striking out defences.
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif backs AJK’s 12 refugee reserved seats and urges the proscribed JAAC to resolve the issue through elections, not agitation, as protests and tensions continue across the region.
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Türkiye’s General Metin Tokel discussed regional security and ways to strengthen bilateral defence cooperation, with talks also held with Pakistan’s Navy and Air Force.
Top HeadlinesPakistan warned India against any attempt to block water flows, saying curbs could trigger “far-reaching consequences” and violate international law. Islamabad reaffirmed it will protect vital interests through diplomatic and legal measures.
Protests in Gilgit-Baltistan entered a third day after repolling orders and delayed election results. Demonstrators blocked the Karakoram Highway and demanded immediate counting of postal ballots.
