Pak-Afghan border fencing issue to be resolved diplomatically: Pakistan
The border was historically fluid before Pakistan began erecting a metal fence four years ago, of which it has completed 90 per cent.
South Asia
Bangladesh’s risky passage through the ‘digital iron curtain’
The writer says a thorough analysis of risks and rewards and a reimagining of Bangladesh's foreign policy is needed.
Joint cooperation between Bangladesh, Maldives for security in Indian Ocean
Both sides also agreed on the importance of working together to combat the rising menace of terrorism and violent extremism.
UN experts call for release of Kashmiri rights activist
A UN news report also quoted the experts as urging authorities to repeal the laws that target Kashmiri civilians and human rights activists.
British parliament expresses alarm at abuses in Indian-occupied Kashmir
As many as 28 MPs of the British Parliament have written a joint letter to the Indian High Commission.
Sanctions on Myanmar necessary: Bangladesh foreign minister
He also floated the idea of forming a coalition willing to address the Rohingya refugee problem.
Afghanistan could potentially become biggest man-made crisis: Pakistan PM
He also said that Pakistan was currently housing over three million refugees.
Disengaging with Afghanistan ‘disadvantageous’ for world: Pakistan PM
The prime minister also instructed officials to facilitate humanitarian organisations to support efforts in Afghanistan.
Pakistan condemns Indian minister’s ‘unwarranted, provocative’ comments
The minister said "India’s partition on religious lines was a historic mistake and that Pakistan has ever since continued to engage in a proxy-war against India".
Russia agrees to allow direct flights from Pakistan
The two sides were also engaged in discussions on modernisation of Pakistani railway network.