Pakistan’s livestock sector is a cornerstone of the national economy, producing annually 70 million tonnes of milk, 6.5 million tonnes of meat, over 2.2 billion poultry birds, 25 billion eggs, and other by-products, while supporting the livelihoods of over 70 million people directly or indirectly. Despite this massive contribution, the sector remains severely underfunded in...
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‘How can Britain build peace for Palestinians without owning its own past?’
Amid geopolitical turmoil, Britain positions itself as a champion of international law and the rules-based global order. We have criticised U.S. threats to sovereign territory while expressing support for peace efforts in Gaza. Yet our claims to legal and moral authority ring hollow without a formal acknowledgement and apology for our own role in creating...
From Promises to Practice:Social Justice and the Test of Credibility at the UN.
Dr. Ghulam Nabi FaiChairmanWorld Forum for Peace & Justice February 12, 2026 The 64th session of the Commission for Social Development (CSD) concluded at United Nations Headquarters in New York with a theme both ambitious and timely: “Advancing Social Development and Social Justice through Coordinated, Equitable, and Inclusive Policies.” In a world fractured by war,...
German Embassy Supports Renovation of Science Labs and Libraries at SOS Children’s Village School Lahore.
Lahore, (TW News) — The renovation of science laboratories and boys’ and girls’ libraries at SOS Children’s Village School in Lahore has been successfully completed with financial support from the Embassy of Germany, marking a significant step toward strengthening educational infrastructure and learning opportunities for students. The Ambassador of Germany attended the inauguration ceremony and...
Japan and Pakistan Deepen Industrial Ties at 2026 Business Seminar in Islamabad.
Islamabad, (TW News) — His Excellency Mr. Akamatsu Shuichi, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Pakistan, hosted the “Japan-Pakistan Business Seminar 2026” at a local hotel in Islamabad, bringing together key stakeholders from both countries to advance bilateral economic cooperation. The seminar was attended by approximately 100 participants, including H.E. Mr. Haroon Akhtar Khan,...
Passenger Car Sales Jump 57% to 18,602 Units in January as Auto Sector Rebounds.
KARACHI, (TW News): Pakistan’s passenger car sales surged by 57 per cent year-on-year to 18,602 units in January, signalling a strong recovery in the country’s auto industry. During the first seven months of FY26 (July–January), total passenger car sales reached 84,512 units, reflecting a 45 per cent increase compared to 58,385 units sold in the...
The Cost of Livelihoods in Pakistan: Who Listens?
In Pakistan today, the debate is no longer about poverty alone — it is about survival with dignity. The cost of living has risen so sharply that for millions of households, earning a livelihood no longer guarantees food security, education, healthcare, or even social stability. The alarming reality is that while economic indicators are discussed...
Government of Japan, UN-Habitat and JICA Sign Agreement to Strengthen Disaster Resilience of Schools in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Islamabad, (TW News) — The Government of Japan, the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed an Exchange of Notes and a Grant Agreement during a signing ceremony held on 11 February 2026, for the project on ’Strengthen the disaster resilience of educational infrastructure in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province’....
UNDP, Government of Pakistan Convene High-Level Dialogue on AI for Public Service Transformation and Inclusive Development.
Islamabad, (TW News) – Joining Pakistan’s Indus AI week, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, and the Pakistan Digital Authority (PDA), convened a high-level policy session titled “Shaping Pakistan’s Future with AI: Inclusive Development and Governance” to explore how...
German Consul General Inaugurates SKY Air Compressors Open House in Karachi.
Karachi, (TW News) __ Thomas E. Schultze, Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany, inaugurated the SKY Air Compressors Open House & Industry Networking Event at the Korangi facility of Rastgar & Company (Pvt.) Ltd. on Tuesday. The event was hosted by Rastgar & Company (Pvt.) Ltd. in collaboration with the German Pakistan Chamber...








