Relationship with India top priority: Saudi Arabia Foreign Minister
Saudi Arabia Foreign Minister Farhan Al-Saud also said that the relationship between both nations has grown exponentially, adding that there is a need for measurable progress in…
South Asia
Pakistan, US reaffirm commitment to address common terrorism threat
Diplomatic sources previously told Dawn that US-Pakistan defence talks, held in Washington last month, also focused on issues like counterterrorism, terrorism financing and…
Sri Lanka showcases trade, tourism, investment opportunities in Dhaka
The event, attended by diplomats, government officials, corporate sector workers, and travel agents, was organised in line with the celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the…
With polls on the horizon, US steps up political contacts in Pakistan
In the aftermath of the PTI government’s ouster, Washington became cautious in the way that it conducted its diplomacy with Pakistan, the article states.
No country should be denied its due share of water from transboundary rivers
The Foreign Minister said issues of domestic politics in one country should not hurt the sentiments of the majority of the people in another.
South Korean diplomats dance their way into Indian hearts
The South Korean Ambassador to India said he was surprised that the clip to mark 50 years of diplomatic ties had gone viral.
Dhaka seeks detailed report from ambassador in Moscow
The Bangladesh Ambassador to Russia was summoned following the country's decision to ban Russian ships from calling at Bangladeshi ports.
India, China discuss proposals for disengagement in eastern Ladakh
In the first in-person meeting between top officials since July 2019, the nations reviewed the situation along the border in eastern Ladakh and discussed various proposals.
Pakistan expected to receive $700 million loan from Chinese bank this week
Finance Minister Ishaq Dar had said earlier this year that the country’s foreign reserves situation would be “much better than you can think” by end-June.
UN to cut food aid for Rohingya refugees, citing fund shortfall
Rohingya are barred from working to supplement their income, and Bangladesh has constructed fences around the camps that stop them leaving.