Brussels, (Unib Rashid) __ Bulgaria has officially become the 21st member of the European Union, marking the occasion with grand celebrations in its capital, Sofia. The Central Bank building was illuminated, while images of euro coins and European Union flags were prominently displayed. Large crowds were seen celebrating joyfully as the historic moment unfolded. At...
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How Pakistan Lost Its Lead in the Global Textile Industry.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) __ In 2003, Pakistan was ahead of regional competitors in textile exports, earning $8.3bn from overseas sales. At the time, Vietnam exported $3.9bn worth of textiles, while Bangladesh’s exports stood at $5.6bn. Two decades on, the picture has changed dramatically. Bangladesh and Vietnam have each become $50bn textile exporters, while Pakistan now...
International Community Must Fulfill Its Responsibility to Protect the Rights of Kashmiris, Speakers Stress at Brussels Seminar.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) __ On the occasion of International Human Rights Day, speakers at a seminar held at the European headquarters in Brussels strongly emphasized that the protection of the rights of Kashmiris is the responsibility of the international community. The important seminar, titled “Universal Declaration of Human Rights: Protection of the Rights of Kashmiris,”...
Passport System Restored at Pakistan Embassy in Madrid, Applications Resume.
Madrid, (Unib Rashid) __ The passport system at the Pakistan Embassy in Madrid, Spain, has been fully restored, allowing esteemed members of the Pakistani community to submit their passport applications at the Embassy. According to an official announcement, passport services had been temporarily suspended due to technical issues. The system is now fully operational. The...
Pakistan Banks Association (PBA) Elects Zafar Masud as Chairman and Constitutes 16-member Executive Committee.
Karachi, (Unib Rashid) __ Pakistan Banks Association (PBA) elected and constituted a new 16-member Executive Committee, including two female members and eight newly inducted member banks, marking a strategic shift toward greater inclusivity and broader industry representation. Following the elections, the Executive Committee unanimously elected Mr. Zafar Masud, President and Chief Executive Officer of The...
Benazir Bhutto’s 18th Death Anniversary Commemorated in Brussels.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) __ The 18th death anniversary of former Prime Minister of Pakistan and Chairperson of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, was commemorated in Brussels under the auspices of Pakistan Peoples Party Belgium. The commemorative event was held at the residence of senior PPP leader and former President PPP Belgium, Haji...
EIB, Pakistan Sign €60 Million Agreement for Karachi Sewerage and Wastewater Projects.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — Pakistan and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have signed a preliminary agreement for the provision of €60 million in financing to support sewerage and wastewater treatment projects in Karachi. The signing ceremony took place on the sidelines of the 15th Pakistan–EU Joint Commission meeting held in Brussels. The agreement was signed...
EU Parliament awarded Sakharov Prize 2025 to 2 imprisoned Journalists.
Strasbourg, (Unib Rashid) — The European Parliament has awarded its 2025 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought to two imprisoned journalists, Andrzej Poczobut of Belarus and Mzia Amaglobeli of Georgia, in recognition of their courage and commitment to press freedom. The award was presented on Tuesday during a ceremony at the European Parliament in Strasbourg...
Brussels: Global community should protect Kashmiris’ Rights: Speakers of a Seminar
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) __ On the occasion of Human Rights Day, speakers at a seminar held at the European headquarters in Brussels emphatically stated that protecting the rights of Kashmiris is the responsibility of the international community. This important seminar, titled “The Universal Declaration of Human Rights: Upholding the Rights of Kashmiris,” was organized by...
Seminar on Human Rights day will be held on Tuesday by KCEU in Brussels
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) __ Marking the occasion of International Human Rights Day (December 10), the Kashmir Council Europe (KCEU) is organizing a significant seminar titled “Universal Declaration of Human Rights: Upholding Rights of the People of Kashmir”. The seminar will be held during evening of Tuesday, 9th December 2025 at the Kashmir Council Europe (KCEU)...









