Brussels/ Islamabad, (Unib Rashid) — Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held an interactive briefing with anchorpersons and senior journalists at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, underscoring the government’s commitment to transparent communication with the media. During the session, detailed discussions were held on key regional and global developments, along with Pakistan’s foreign policy priorities, challenges, and...
TFN RESEARCH ARTICLE | Rethinking Fuel Pricing in Pakistan: A Hybrid Model for Stability, Efficiency, and Fairness.
Founder and Chairman | Trade Facilitation Network (TFN) 🔷 AbstractPakistan’s fuel pricing mechanism is currently based on Import Parity Pricing (IPP), a system that fully transmits international oil price volatility to domestic consumers. Despite having domestic crude production (~15%) and local refining capacity, the pricing structure does not reflect internal cost advantages.This paper presents a comparative analysis of Pakistan, India,...
Pakistan, Belgium Launch Dialogue on Legal Employment Opportunities for Youth under ‘Talent Partnership Window’.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) – Pakistan has initiated discussions with Belgium to explore legal employment opportunities for young people under the ‘Talent Partnership Window’. In this regard, Pakistan’s Ambassador to the European Union, Belgium and Luxembourg, Rahim Hayat Qureshi, held a meeting with Freddy Roosemont, Director General of the Immigration Office at the Federal Public Service Home Affairs of Belgium. According...
Pakistan Embassy Brussels Launches ‘From the Archives’ Series, Honours First Envoy to Belgium J.A. Rahim.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) – To highlight the services of former Pakistani ambassadors to Belgium, the Embassy of Pakistan in Brussels has published the first story in its announced series ‘From the Archives’. The first ambassador mentioned with the subtitle of “Diplomatic Reflections of Pakistan” was Mr. JA Rahim. In this regard, we are publishing it for you as the embassy...
Farewell to First Secretary Muhammad Adeel at Embassy of Pakistan Brussels; Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi Praises His Services.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid): The Embassy of Pakistan in Brussels bid farewell to First Secretary Muhammad Adeel upon the completion of his tenure. On the occasion, Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi commended his dedication, professional excellence, and valuable contributions to public service. First Secretary Muhammad Adeel, who is both a scientist and a diplomat by training and experience, played a commendable role...
Fuel Price Shock Amid Smart Lockdown: Livelihoods in Pakistan Hanging by a Thread.
Pakistan’s economy, already reeling under structural weaknesses and mounting fiscal pressures, faces another severe blow with the latest surge in petroleum prices. Petrol has now climbed to around Rs. 458 per litre, while high-speed diesel has crossed Rs. 520 per litre. This increase comes at a time when global oil prices are volatile due to geopolitical tensions, supply disruptions, and...
Pakistan Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi Holds Online Meeting with Thouraya Triki, Discusses Pakistan-EU High-Level Business Forum.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) – Pakistan’s Ambassador to the European Union, Belgium, and Luxembourg, Rahim Hayat Qureshi, held an online meeting with Thouraya Triki, Director for International Partnerships at the European Investment Bank (EIB). During the meeting, discussions focused on the European Investment Bank’s ongoing engagement in Pakistan, as well as the upcoming Pakistan-European Union High-Level Business Forum scheduled to be...
First Pakistani-Origin Councillor in Antwerp, Rawail Ali, Hosts Eid Festival.
Antwerp,(Unib Rashid) — Rawail Ali, the first Pakistani-origin female councillor in Antwerp, organized a vibrant Eid festival that saw enthusiastic participation from women and children. Speaking on the occasion,Rawail Ali said that women in Antwerp set up various stalls during the Eid celebrations. She explained that the primary objective of the event was to provide a platform for women to...
Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi Meets EU Counter-Terrorism Envoy, Key Progress in Pakistan-EU Cooperation.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) – Pakistan’s Ambassador to the European Union, Belgium, and Luxembourg, Rahim Hayat Qureshi, held a productive meeting with the EU’s Special Envoy for Counter-Terrorism, Anna Strzaska, at the European External Action Service (EEAS). During the meeting, both sides discussed key areas of cooperation in counter-terrorism. According to the Embassy’s Press Wing, emphasis was placed on the need...
Pakistan’s Auto Sector at a Critical Juncture: The Urgent Need for a Localisation-Driven Policy
Pakistan’s automobile industry is entering a critical phase as policymakers prepare to introduce a new auto policy following the expiry of the 2021–2026 framework in June this year. While the sector has witnessed a revival in demand and expanded consumer choice, it remains heavily dependent on imported completely and semi-knockdown (CKD/SKD) kits — raising serious concerns about economic sustainability. Before...