Global trade does not pause—it reroutes. The ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are no longer a temporary disturbance; they are catalyzing a structural shift in global logistics. Freight costs are rising, insurance premiums are squeezing margins, and delivery schedules are becoming increasingly uncertain. For international logistics players, the response is predictable: diversify routes, minimize risk, and prioritize reliability....
Over one million EU citizens call to end trade agreement with Israel.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — More than one million citizens across the European Union have signed a petition calling for the termination of the bloc’s trade agreement with Israel under the European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI). The signature campaign was launched with the support of the Left Alliance in the European Parliament, alongside numerous international human rights organizations. The European Citizens’ Initiative...
Pakistan reiterates support for two-state solution at Brussels meeting.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — Ms. Hadeeqa Qureshi, Second Secretary at Embassy of Pakistan in Brussels, delivered Pakistan’s official statement at the 9th Meeting of the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, held in Brussels on April 20, 2026. During the meeting, Pakistan reaffirmed its principled position in support of a just and lasting resolution to the Palestinian...
European Union and United Nations release Gaza damage report, estimate $71.4B needed for reconstruction.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — The European Union, in collaboration with the United Nations and the World Bank, has released the final Gaza Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDNA), highlighting the extensive destruction caused by 24 months of conflict. The report estimates that approximately $71.4 billion will be required for Gaza’s recovery and reconstruction over the next decade. Of this amount,...
European Council President António Costa contacts Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, appreciates Pakistan’s peace efforts on Iran–US talks.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — President of the European Council, António Costa, spoke with Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif today to discuss ongoing Iran–United States negotiations and expressed goodwill for Pakistan’s efforts in promoting peace. In a statement, António Costa said he was pleased to speak with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. “I sincerely thanked Pakistan for its tireless efforts and...
Austria: Rat poison found in baby food.
Vienna, (Muhammad Amir Siddique) – Police in Austria have confirmed that rat poison has been found in a jar of German food company ‘HiPP’, after which a large-scale recall has been carried out in more than a thousand supermarket chain ‘Spar’ stores across the country. According to police, a 190-gram sample of baby food ‘Carrot & Potatoes’ was tested in...
Global Alliance Meeting on Implementing the Two-State Solution Held in Brussels, 60 Countries Participate.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — A meeting of the “Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution” is being held today in the European capital, Brussels. Organized with the support of the European External Action Service and Belgium, the session is attended by representatives from nearly 60 countries and international organizations, including the Prime Ministers of Palestine and Norway, as...
UN Resolution 47 Still Keeps Kashmir on International Agenda
Professor (Dr.) Imtiaz Khan April 20, 2026 The United Nations Security Council Resolution 47, adopted on April 21, 1948, addressed the escalating conflict over Jammu and Kashmir between India and Pakistan following the partition of British India in 1947. The resolution called for an immediate ceasefire, the withdrawal of troops from both sides and a subsequent reduction of Indian military...
China–Pakistan Friendship Marks 75 Years, Strategic Partnership Grows Stronger.
Brussels/Islamabad, (Unib Rashid) – China and Pakistan are celebrating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. According to the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad, the milestone highlights decades of close cooperation and mutual trust between Beijing and Islamabad. In a statement shared on the embassy’s official social media account X, it said: “As iron-clad friends...
Rule of Law vs Rule of Interests: Why Hong Kong Thrives and Pakistan Stumbles.
A comparison between Hong Kong and Pakistan is not merely a contrast of geography, but a deeper reflection of two fundamentally different governance models, institutional performance, and economic outcomes. Hong Kong, with a total area of approximately 1,106 square kilometers and a population of around 7.4 to 7.5 million, has extremely limited agricultural capacity and depends heavily on imports for...