Pakistan, Iran army chiefs affirm readiness to eradicating terrorism for secure borders
Persistent issues, including terrorism, smuggling, and mutual accusations of harbouring militants, have periodically strained ties.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirms ‘iron-clad’ ties with Cambodia
China's leader welcomed the Cambodian King and Queen Mother to Beijing, with both sides pledging to strengthen their "invaluable" friendship amidst global uncertainty.
US congressional delegation meets Thai acting PM Phumtham over border tensions
The acting PM said he met four US lawmakers who visited Thailand to follow developments in the region. Their discussions covered Thai–US relations, security concerns, economic…
US President Trump says he wants to meet with North Korea’s Kim as South Korean counterpart visits Washington
President Trump expressed his anticipation to work with his South Korean counterpart Lee in doing so. Mr Lee also told Mr Turmp he hopes the US president will open a new path to…
Japan, US deepen Indo-Pacific ties through military drills with Indonesia
The 2025 Super Garuda Shield, which kicked off on Monday, will run until Sept. 3 in Jakarta and Sumatra and convene around 6,000 troops from host Indonesia and co-host the US and…
Pakistan’s FO confirms India’s flood warnings, notes use of diplomatic channel over Indus Waters Treaty
An Indian government source told Reuters today that the country shared the warning on possible cross-border flooding on “humanitarian grounds” and not under the IWT.
South Korean President Lee, Japan PM Ishiba vow future-oriented ties in 1st joint statement in 17 years
Statement includes fostering cooperation on denuclearisation of peninsula, demographic crisis, hydrogen, AI, and 'working holidays.'
Pakistan Deputy PM Dar meets Bangladesh CA Yunus, discusses ‘revival of old connections’ during historic visit
Ever since a popular uprising in Bangladesh saw former PM Sheikh Hasina’s government toppled in August of last year, there has been a thaw in ties between Islamabad and Dhaka,…
China, Pakistan to take partnership to new heights
The two sides pledged to upgrade the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor into a "growth, livelihood, green and open corridor," with a focus on industrial cooperation, agriculture,…
China, Afghanistan, Pakistan vow stronger cooperation
The trilateral mechanism, launched by China in 2017 and revived in 2022, serves as an important platform for the three neighbors to coordinate policies.