Virtual meeting between FinMin, US trade representative notes proposed framework advanced ‘significantly’ Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb speaks during a Reuters interview in Islamabad, Pakistan, June 15, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Pakistan and the United States made “significant” progress in negotiations on a reciprocal trade framework and are aiming to agree “at the earliest”, Pakistan’s Finance Ministry…
Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz last appeared in April’s Barcelona Open. Photo: REUTERS LONDON: Carlos Alcaraz has pulled out of the Cincinnati Open due to a wrist injury, organisers have said, casting doubt over the Spaniard’s fitness in the run-up to his US Open title defence this month. “We know Carlos is doing everything he can to…
Fourth round of bilateral counterterrorism talks discusses threat environment, explores ways to enhance collaboration US Coordinator for Counterterrorism Ambassador Gregory LoGerfo and Pakistan’s Special Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Nabeel Munir lead the fourth round of the US-Pakistan Counterterrorism Dialogue held in Washington. PHOTO: X Pakistan and the United States reaffirmed their…
FM to call on King Abdullah II, hold series of bilateral meetings with fellow foreign ministers Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar arrives in Amman to attend the Ministerial Meeting on Jerusalem. PHOTO: FO Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Amman on Wednesday to participate in the…
LAHORE: The widening gap in Pakistan’s vehicle taxation policy has opened a new fault line within the country’s auto industry, as established local manufacturers question a tax structure that they say favours expensive imported and premium new energy vehicles while leaving middle-class consumers with a heavier tax burden. The rift has intensified after the government…
Off-spinner Sajid Khan took four wickets to help Pakistan move towards victory in the second Test. Photo: PCB Pakistan spinner Sajid Khan said the team will look to continue their strong bowling performance on the fourth day of the second Test and aim to dismiss West Indies quickly after putting themselves in a strong position….
Pakistan Blind Cricket Council (PBCC) on Tuesday announced an enhanced monthly honorarium for 18 national blind cricketers in recognition of their consistent performances in recent domestic competitions. The revised honorarium will remain effective for six months, from July to December 2026, under the PBCC’s Player Support Programme. The council said the increase across all categories…
ISLAMABAD: The PML-N has made key decisions regarding the formation of the next government in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) after securing a simple majority in the recent elections, including a decision not to include lawmakers elected on refugee seats in the cabinet. According to party sources, PML-N President Nawaz Sharif has finalised the party’s…
Joint border markets, Gwadar port cooperation on agenda as neighbours revive economic ties Iranian and Pakistani national flags are displayed along a street ahead of the arrival of Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian in Islamabad, Pakistan, June 23, 2026— REUTERS ISLAMABAD/KARACHI: Pakistan and Iran have agreed to increase bilateral trade to $10 billion and expedite the…
PHF expresses confidence in team despite winless Pro League campaign ahead of tournament in Netherlands and Belgium ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) on Tuesday announced a 20-member squad for the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026, with the national side set to compete in the tournament to be held in the Netherlands and Belgium from…