The quiet diplomatic friction between Pakistan and Japan
PUBLISHED July 19, 2026 For decades, Japan has been among Pakistan’s most dependable partners, one…
The quiet diplomatic friction between Pakistan and Japan
PUBLISHED July 19, 2026 For decades, Japan has been among Pakistan’s most dependable partners, one that has invested in the country’s infrastructure, financed development projects, supported economic reforms and largely stayed away from the bitter politics of South Asia. Tokyo cultivated a reputation as a friend to both Islamabad and New Delhi, preferring economic diplomacy…
Daily fuel revisions trigger commuting chaos
Petrol pumps held off on selling fuel until prices were announced; fares hiked again People wait for their turn to get fuel at a petrol station in Peshawar on January 30, 2023. PHOTO: REUTERS RAWALPINDI: The federal government’s newly introduced policy of frequent revisions to petroleum prices has sparked widespread concern across the transport and…
Boeing shrugs off ME war impact, maintains forecast
FARNBOROUGH, ENGLAND: Boeing maintained its forecast for strong global demand for new commercial aircraft over the next 20 years, according to the US planemaker’s market projection released in England on Saturday, ahead of the Farnborough Airshow. The forecast was almost identical to its 2025 outlook. Boeing anticipated industry-wide global deliveries of 43,625 new jetliners and…
How much money is at stake in the 2026 World Cup final?
World champions will receive $50 million, while the losing finalists will collect $33 million Soccer Football – FIFA World Cup 2026 – Group L – Croatia v Ghana – Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. – June 27, 2026 Ghana fans react after Derrick Luckassen scored their first goal REUTERS/Brian Snyde Spain and Argentina will compete…
Samsung cuts US jobs, offers relocations ahead of HQ move
Cuts highlight widening gap between booming chip business, struggling consumer electronics units Samsung Electronics has cut jobs at its US display, phone and other consumer electronics operations, affecting workers mainly in New Jersey and Texas, according to documents and two people familiar with the matter. The South Korean tech giant said on Sunday in a statement…
FCC sets rule for minors
Judgment emphasises that the appointed guardian must have no personal interest in the outcome of the case ISLAMABAD: The Federal Constitutional Court has ruled that the protection of the rights of minors is a fundamental duty of the judiciary, declaring that no decision or settlement in any case involving a minor party will be legally…
Chinese group to invest in infrastructure
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Board of Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh held a meeting with a delegation of Shandong Hi-Speed Group, led by its Chairman Xu Xiang, along with Wang Zhenrong, Country Director, and representatives of the Tabani Group. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the ongoing Pakistan-China B2B Investment Conference in the pharmaceutical,…
Andrew Tate, brother arrested in US
Two men arrested after British prosecutors filed new rape, sex-trafficking charges Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate arrive before US President Donald Trump to attend UFC 327 at Kaseya Center, Miami, US. Photo: Reuters Controversial social media figures Andrew Tate and his brother, Tristan, were arrested in the US on Saturday after British prosecutors filed new…
FM Dar offers condolences to Venezuela, vows support after deadly earthquakes
Venezuelan FM acknowledges Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting dialogue and de-escalation between US and Iran Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar (L), Venezuelan Foreign Minister Félix Plasencia (R). Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Sunday conveyed condolences to Venezuela over the recent devastating earthquakes, reaffirming Islamabad’s “unwavering solidarity” with the Venezuelan…
PSX extends losing streak on regional tensions
KARACHI: The KSE-100 index extended its losing streak at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) in the outgoing week, declining 3.5%, or 6,439 points, on a week-on-week basis to close at 175,803. The market witnessed heightened volatility as escalating regional tensions initially triggered broad-based selling, with the benchmark index plunging 6,408 points on Tuesday. On a…
