Islamabad, (TW) __ In a concerted effort to promote the ethical and inclusive development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Pakistan, UNESCO organized a multi-stakeholder dialogue that gathered more than 25 experts and representatives from key sectors including relevant ministries, civil society, academia, and media. The dialogue was in relation to global commemoration of World Press Freedom Day 2025, highlighting the critical...
Government of Pakistan, UNDP Convene SDGs Policy Dialogue to Fast-Track Agenda 2030
Islamabad, May 7, 2025: The Government of Pakistan and UNDP convened the ‘Pakistan SDGs Policy Dialogue for Action: Accelerating Reform, Investments, and Economic Transformation Toward Agenda 2030’ in line with the Prime Minister’s National Economic Transformation Plan, Uraan Pakistan Program, and Pakistan’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). Held under the Government of Pakistan-UNDP supported SDGs Plus Program 2024-2030, the Dialogue engaged national...
Human Development progress slows to a 35-year low according to UNDP’s 2025 Human Development Report
Pakistan ranks 168th with a ‘low’ human development status Islamabad, – Artificial intelligence (AI) is racing ahead at lightning speed, yet human development is stalling. Decades of progress, reflected in the Human Development Index, have flatlined, with no clear recovery from the blows dealt by the Covid-19 and subsequent crises. While AI promises to redefine our future, it also risks deepening the...
Building Bridges Through Sports: Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, NACTA and UNODC Join Forces for Girls’ Football Clinic in Islamabad
Islamabad, – The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in close partnership with the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA), successfully organized a high-impact football clinic for young girls under the theme “Building Bridges Through Sports.” Held at the Football Factory in Islamabad, the initiative exemplified the power of sports...
EMPOWERING PAKISTAN, REASONING INDIA, DE-ESCALATING CONFLICT
By : Dr. Roxolana Zigón A BULLET-PROOF GROUND: PAKISTAN IS NOT GUILTY Since a terrorist attack at Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam in the Anantnag district of Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir blasted a fragile twilight zone between war and peace on the 22nd of April 2025 and took away the lives of 26 tourists, there has been not a single arrow...
Kashmir on the Brink, Calling for Global Intervention: Dr. Fai
New York, May 7, 2025, (TW) __ “Washington-based World Kashmir Awareness forum (WKAF), an advocacy organization rented mobile digital advertising trucks flashing high quality images around New York City, calling on an independent international investigation into the Pahalgam attack. The route of digital trucks in New York was The United Nations headquarters, offices of various UN Missions, Freedom Tower, Indian...
The World International Press Freedom Day was celebrated at the United Nations in Vienna Austria.
VIENNA, (Muhammad Amir Siddique) __ Freedom of the Press Day is celebrated all over the world. On this day, journalists renew their pledge to fight for the fundamental right of the public to access information in an independent, responsible and fearless manner without fear of terrorist attacks by extremists, other pressure groups and violent elements or state pressure. Will remain...
Asia Cup 2025 in Doubt Amid Rising India-Pakistan Tensions
Islamabad, (Muhammad Abdullah Shahzad) __ The future of the Asia Cup 2025, scheduled to be held in India, is now uncertain due to escalating political tensions between India and Pakistan. Recent developments in diplomatic and border relations have raised serious concerns about Pakistan’s participation in the tournament. According to sources close to the cricketing boards, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)...
Virat Kohli Trolled for Liking 23-Year-Old Influencer Avneet Kaur’s Photo – Issues Clarification
Islamabad, (Muhammad Abdullah Shahzad) __ Indian cricket star Virat Kohli recently found himself at the center of controversy after he liked a photo of 23-year-old Avneet Kaur on Instagram. Avneet is a popular social media influencer, actress, and singer. The picture he liked was slightly bold in nature, and since Kohli is not known for interacting with such posts, it...
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar Holds Telephone Conversation with Greek Foreign Minister
Athens, (Parvez Mughal) — Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq, held a telephone conversation today with the Foreign Minister of Greece, George Gerapetritis. During the call, the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister briefed his Greek counterpart on the prevailing regional situation. He categorically rejected India’s baseless allegations, disinformation campaign, and unilateral actions that pose a serious threat to...