Brussels, (Unib Rashid) – The European Union is moving ahead with an ambitious space programme to strengthen its strategic autonomy, defence capabilities and critical communications, with plans to deploy a network of 348 satellites by 2029. According to the European Commission, the plan for a European satellite network comprising 348 satellites is now moving towards implementation. The Commission said negotiations...
Mecca Agreement: A Snapshot of the Combined Strength of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) – The signing of the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye has drawn widespread international attention, with analysts highlighting the combined political, economic and military weight of the three countries. A summary circulated following the agreement presents the following overview of the combined capabilities and strategic significance of the three participating states: The...
Historic Defence Pact Signed in Mecca by Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan.
Brussels/Mecca, (Unib Rashid) – Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan have signed a landmark trilateral defence agreement in Mecca, marking a significant new development in security cooperation among three major Muslim nations amid heightened geopolitical tensions across the Middle East. The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement establishes a framework for closer military coordination and collective security among the three countries. Under the...
Four Educational Streams, Four Pakistans? Why One Nation Needs One Educational Vision.
A nation is built not merely through roads, bridges, industries and institutions; it is built first and foremost through the minds of its children. Education is therefore not simply a social service or an individual investment. It is the most powerful instrument through which a country shapes its future, develops its human capital and creates responsible citizens. Unfortunately, Pakistan today...
One Day, Two Messages:The Security Council’s Counterterrorism Debate and Kashmir’s Seventh Anniversary
Why international law and human rights must be applied with consistency—not selectivity. Dr. Ghulam Nabi FaiChairmanWorld Forum for Peace & Justice August 5, 2026 The United Nations Security Council’s 10,205th meeting on “Threats to International Peace and Security Caused by Terrorist Acts” on August 5, 2026, delivered a message that should resonate far beyond the Council chamber: the fight against...
EU AI Transparency Rules Come into Force, Requiring Clear Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence Use.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — New European Union rules requiring greater transparency in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) have officially come into force, marking a significant step in the implementation of the EU’s landmark AI regulatory framework. Under the new requirements, companies operating across the European Union must clearly inform users whenever they are interacting with or being affected by...
uropean Commission Unveils Electrification Action Plan to Boost Competitiveness, Cut Fossil Fuel Dependence
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — The European Commission on Wednesday unveiled a comprehensive Electrification Action Plan alongside a major review of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), aiming to strengthen Europe’s industrial competitiveness, accelerate decarbonisation, and reduce the bloc’s dependence on imported fossil fuels. The new strategy is designed to position Europe as the world’s first electro-powered continent by accelerating...
Electoral Reforms: Harnessing Pakistan’s Intellectual Capital for a Stronger Parliament.
Democracy derives its true strength not merely from the conduct of periodic elections but from the quality, diversity and competence of those elected to represent the people. In an era marked by rapid technological advancement, economic uncertainty and increasingly complex public policy challenges, Pakistan needs a Parliament that reflects not only political leadership but also the intellectual and professional strength...
Pakistan Retains Global Lead in Erasmus Mundus Scholarships for Fifth Consecutive Year.
Brussels/Islamabad, (Unib Rashid) — Pakistan has once again emerged as the world’s leading recipient of the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Scholarships, securing the top position for the fifth consecutive year in a significant milestone for the country’s higher education sector. According to the European Union in Pakistan (EU Pakistan), 98 Pakistani students have been selected this year for the...
From the Archives: Ambassador Jalil Abbas Jilani (2009–2012)
Brussles, (Unib Rashid) – The Embassy of Pakistan in Brussels honors the distinguished diplomatic service of Ambassador Jalil Abbas Jilani @JalilJilani , who served as Pakistan’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Belgium, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, and the European Union from 2009 to 2012. His steadfast leadership and strategic outreach left a lasting imprint on Pakistan’s political, economic, and...