Islamabad/Brussels, (Unib Rahid) — Newly released footage showcases the development and deployment journey of Pakistan’s indigenous PRSC-EO3 Earth observation satellite, highlighting key milestones from manufacturing to pre-launch preparations. The video captures the satellite’s assembly at the SUPARCO Satellite Research & Development Facility, where engineers and technical teams are seen working on various stages of its construction. Footage shows manufacturing of...

Iranian Ambassador Thanks Pakistan for Diplomatic Efforts, Praises Role in Ceasefire.
Brussels/Islamabad, (Unib Rashid) — The Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, has expressed gratitude to Pakistan’s leadership and its people for their strong diplomatic efforts in facilitating a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, as well as for their patience during the temporary closure of Islamabad. In his statement, he said that at the conclusion of the Iranian...

One Year After Pahalgam: How a Single Attack Became the Architecture of Permanent Control.
On 22 April 2025, gunmen entered the Baisaran Valley meadow near Pahalgam and killed 26 civilians in broad daylight. The victims were mostly tourists, selected by religion, shot in a popular recreational spot accessible only by pony track. It was the deadliest attack on civilians in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir since 2008. The grief was real. The outrage...

WHO urges partners to prevent malaria resurgence in Pakistan and end malaria in our lifetime.
Pakistan reduced malaria incidence by 10% in 2025 compared to 2024, but it still reported 1.8 million cases, as the country has not yet recovered from the surge triggered by the 2022 climate-driven floods. Islamabad, (TW News) – On World Malaria Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) calls on all partners to intensify the response to prevent a resurgence in Pakistan...

Pakistan’s Auto Sector Faces Localisation Crisis as New Entrants Rely Heavily on Imports.
Karachi/Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — Pakistan’s auto sector is facing growing concerns over weak localisation, as new vehicle assemblers appear increasingly reliant on imported components, while local vendors continue to voice strong reservations over limited domestic production. With the current auto policy set to expire on June 30, industry stakeholders say new entrants have yet to provide any clear roadmap for...

PM Shehbaz Sharif, Iranian President Pezeshkian Discuss Regional Peace and Strengthening Bilateral Ties.
Islamabad/Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, during which both leaders exchanged detailed views on the evolving regional situation and ongoing efforts to promote peace and stability. During the call, the Prime Minister shared an overview of his recent diplomatic outreach to various world...

Pakistan Envoy Rahim Hayat Qureshi Meets INTPA Director, Key Progress in Strengthening Pakistan–EU Economic Cooperation.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — Pakistan’s Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi held a productive meeting with Peteris Ustubs, Director for Asia, Central Asia, and the Pacific at INTPA. According to the Embassy’s Press Wing, both sides discussed strategic approaches to enhance cooperation and further strengthen economic ties between Pakistan and the European Union. Director Ustubs will also lead the European Union delegation...

Islamabad’s Moment: Between Control and Credibility.
At a time of heightened geopolitical tension, capitals across the world are signalling intent through visibility. Tehran remains diplomatically engaged despite pressure. Washington, D.C. continues to project strategic clarity. Tel Aviv operates with assertive openness. In contrast, Islamabad appears restrained—secure, controlled, and noticeably subdued. This contrast is not merely aesthetic; it is consequential. With an Iranian delegation already in Islamabad...

Meeting Between Pakistan’s Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi and MEP Ondrej Dostál.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) – Pakistan’s Ambassador to the European Union, Belgium, and Luxembourg, Rahim Hayat Qureshi, held a meeting with Member of the European Parliament Ondrej Dostál. During the meeting, City Councillor Muhammad Nasir, a member of the Brussels Commune (1000 Brussels), was also present. The discussions focused on regional security issues and ways to further strengthen parliamentary relations between...

First Project Steering Committee Meeting for the New Italian Government Funded Project Held in Karachi to Strengthen Climate Resilience.
Karachi, (TW News) – The Project Steering Committee of the Italian Government funded “Resilience and Adaptation by Fostering Anticipatory Action” (RAFAA) project met for the first time in Karachi. The meeting, chaired by Secretary of the Agriculture Department Sindh, Mr. Muhammad Zaman Narejo and the Ambassador of Italy to Pakistan, Her Excellency Marilina Armellin, brought together senior officials provincial line...
