Journalist Matiullah was laid to rest in Karachi on October 16, as mourners gathered to pay their final respects. Earlier, funeral prayers and a condolence reference were held in Berlin, where members of the Pakistani community paid tribute to his journalistic and social services.
Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal has unveiled a strategy to boost Pakistan’s exports to $100 billion through industrial clusters across eight key sectors. The plan focuses on global supply chain integration, stronger production capacity and sustainable employment opportunities.
INTERPOL’s coordinated operation across 17 countries in Latin America and Europe resulted in 95 arrests, 127 search warrants and the rescue of one child. Investigations continue to identify additional offenders and children at risk.
GPCCI President Usman Wali has highlighted the longstanding friendship between Pakistan and Germany, emphasizing economic cooperation, trade and investment opportunities. He called for stronger bilateral ties and new partnerships to build a brighter future for both countries.
Pakistan’s Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi highlighted the Indus Waters Treaty and the Kashmir dispute at the European Parliament, stressing respect for international law and multilateral cooperation. European lawmakers also voiced support for compliance with the water-sharing agreement.
Funeral prayers for Major Husnain Shehzad Humayun Shaheed and Captain Abdul Samad Shaheed were held at Chaklala Garrison, Rawalpindi. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Field Marshal Asim Munir and senior civil and military officials attended the ceremony following the fatal Mushshak training aircraft crash near Quetta.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to disaster risk reduction and climate resilience, calling for stronger preventive measures to protect vulnerable communities. The government is working to integrate disaster preparedness into climate and development plans.
A French delegation comprising mayors, deputy mayors and businesspeople from Paris has returned to France after a visit to Pakistan. Sardar Zahoor Iqbal and Haji Aslam Chaudhry welcomed the delegation at Paris Airport, expressing hope for stronger trade and diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Irregular migration from Pakistan to Europe has declined by 64%, according to European Commissioner Magnus Brunner. Pakistan and the EU have agreed to strengthen border security, promote legal migration and expand opportunities for skilled Pakistani workers in Europe.
Pakistan and the Netherlands are exploring new trade and investment opportunities as a Dutch business delegation meets Commerce Secretary Jawad Paul in Islamabad. Discussions focus on IT, textiles, agriculture, food processing, engineering and skilled workforce development.
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