The reported proposal of the Punjab Higher Education Commission to detach four major faculties from Bahauddin Zakariya University and merge them into separate universities in Multan is not merely an administrative decision; it is being viewed by many as a deeply painful and alarming attack on one of the strongest symbols of higher education in South Punjab. For thousands of...
Divided by Borders: The Silent Tragedy of Kashmiri Families across the LoC.
There are borders drawn on maps and then there are borders that cut through human lives. In Kashmir, the Line of Control (LoC) is not merely a geopolitical divide between two states; it is a deeply personal rupture that has, for decades, separated families, silenced relationships and turned ordinary lives into stories of longing and loss. Ever since the partition...
Pakistan’s Seafood Exports Hit Record High, Crossing $500 Million
KARACHI/BRUSSELS, (Unib Rashid) – Pakistan’s seafood industry has achieved a major economic milestone as national seafood exports surpassed the historic $500 million mark within the first 11 months of the current fiscal year, reflecting strong growth in the country’s maritime and export sectors. Welcoming the achievement, Asim Abrar, Chief Executive Officer of Seagreen Enterprises and Chairman of the Korangi Fisheries...
Three Billion Dollars Spent on Vehicle Imports in Ten Months While Pakistan Searches the World for One Billion: A Painful Economic Contradiction.
Pakistan today stands trapped in one of the most painful economic contradictions in its history. On one hand, the country repeatedly approaches friendly nations, international financial institutions, and global lenders seeking one or two billion dollars to stabilize its foreign exchange reserves. On the other hand, reports indicate that Pakistan imported vehicles worth nearly three billion dollars during the last...
Climate Stress, Forest Fires & Militarization Pressures in Jammu and Kashmir.
Jammu and Kashmir, once known for dense temperate forests, clean rivers and fragile alpine ecosystems, is now facing rapid environmental destruction. Forests cover nearly 48 percent of the territory and play a vital role in regulating climate, protecting biodiversity and supporting livelihoods. However, large-scale encroachment, land diversion and degradation are increasing across the region. In Doda, which contains more than...
Pakistani Ambassador Mohammad Kamran Akhtar categorical response to the representatives of the Indian Embassy at a high-level event at the IAEA Head Office Vienna.
Vienna, (Muhammad Amir Siddique) – The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Pakistan in Vienna, in partnership with the Group of Friends of Food Security and in cooperation with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), participated in the organization of a high-level event entitled “Strengthening UNIDO’s Role in Enhancing Global Food Security: From Policy Commitment to Coordinated Action” at the...
UK-GCC Free Trade Agreement to Strengthen Economic Ties, Says Afzal Khan MP
LONDON, (Unib Rashid) – British Member of Parliament Afzal Khan has welcomed the signing of the first free trade agreement between the United Kingdom and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), describing it as a “historic day” for economic cooperation between Britain and Gulf Arab nations. Speaking after the agreement was announced, Afzal Khan, who serves as Chair of the All-Party...
Inaugural Ceremony of Pakistani Language and Cultural Organization Held in Dresden, Germany.
Dresden, (Mehwish Zafar) — The inaugural ceremony of a Pakistani Language and Cultural Organization was held in the German city of Dresden, drawing strong participation not only from Dresden but also from several other cities across Germany. The event began with the recitation of the Holy Quran and a Naat. On this occasion, the organization’s president and office bearers welcomed...
Pakistan Elected to WCO Policy Commission After 70 Years.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — Pakistan has been elected to the Policy Commission of the World Customs Organization (WCO) for the first time since 1955. Pakistan secured this major achievement from the Asia-Pacific region after a long gap for the 32-member commission. It is pertinent to mention that the World Customs Organization was established on January 26, 1953, to regulate and...
Embassy of Pakistan Brussels Pays Tribute to Ambassador Mehdi Masud in ‘From the Archives’ Series.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) – The Embassy of Pakistan in Brussels has published the story of Ambassador Mehdi Masud, who served in Brussels from 1984 to March 1988, as part of its ongoing “From the Archives” series. Titled “Mehdi Masud: A Distinguished Diplomat, Ambassador of Pakistan to Belgium, Luxembourg and NATO (October 1984 – March 1988)”, the feature highlights the remarkable...