The National Parliament of Pakistan was established to represent the people, protect their rights, legislate for their welfare and provide a forum where the nation’s most pressing challenges could be debated and addressed. It is one of the most important institutions of our democracy, sustained by public money and entrusted with the hopes and expectations of millions of citizens. Yet,...

Binance Investigates $6.3 Billion Security Breach as North Korean Hackers Suspected
Binance is investigating a reported $6.3 billion security breach after hackers allegedly accessed its systems and transferred funds from multiple digital wallets.
Cybersecurity investigators suspect North Korean hacking group TraderTraitor, while efforts continue to trace and recover the stolen assets.

EU Citizens Can Work Across Member States Without Work Permits
EU citizens have the right to live and work in other member states without obtaining a work permit, enjoying equal employment conditions.
European rules also coordinate pension and healthcare entitlements, making cross-border employment easier.

Pakistan’s Economic Decline: Population Growth and Policy Choices Behind the Growing Gap
Rashid Langrial has highlighted how population growth, education and policy decisions have shaped the economic trajectories of Pakistan, India and Bangladesh. His analysis argues that Pakistan's future depends on better choices and investment in human development.

India’s Crumbling Facade: Kashmir and the World That Is No Longer Fooled
India’s democratic image faces growing international scrutiny amid allegations of human rights violations, military operations and restrictions on dissent in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Muhammad Ibrahim Bhatti examines the Kashmir dispute, Pakistan’s diplomatic stance and the international community’s responsibility.

European Commission Opens Second €21.3 Billion SAFE Funding Round to Strengthen Defence Readiness and Support Ukraine.
The European Commission has invited EU Member States to access €21.3 billion under the second round of the SAFE defence funding instrument.
The initiative aims to strengthen Europe's defence readiness and encourage joint procurement and military cooperation with Ukraine.

EU Flags Flown at Half-Mast in Brussels and Strasbourg Following Spain Train Accident
EU and Spanish flags were flown at half-mast outside European Parliament buildings in Brussels and Strasbourg following a train accident in Spain.
The gesture marked solidarity and remembrance in the wake of the incident.

European Parliament Trade Delegation Visits Chinese Robotics Firm Unitree in Hangzhou
A European Parliament trade delegation visited Chinese robotics company Unitree in Hangzhou, observing demonstrations of humanoid robots and robotic dogs.
Members also saw robotic systems designed for handling and logistics applications.

EU and Canada to Launch ‘Alliance for the Future’ at Montreal Summit
European Union and Canadian leaders are meeting in Montreal on 29–30 October for the 21st EU-Canada Summit, with plans to launch an “Alliance for the Future.”
The talks are expected to focus on trade, defence, economic security, digital technologies, critical raw materials and cooperation on global challenges.

European Parliament Backs Simplified Waste Compliance Rules for Small Businesses
The European Parliament has backed a targeted suspension of certain waste compliance requirements for small and micro businesses operating across the EU.
The proposed changes cover packaging, batteries, textiles, footwear, electronics and single-use plastics while retaining other environmental obligations.
