Brussels,February 27, 2026 (Unib Rashid) — Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, has strongly condemned the Afghan Taliban, describing the administration in Kabul as an “illegitimate regime” responsible for repression, cross-border terrorism, and systematic violations of fundamental human rights, particularly against women and minorities. In a detailed media address on Thursday, the Minister stated that the Afghan...
Overseas Pakistani Representative Shama Butt Attends High-Level EU Institutional Meeting in Portugal.
Dubai/Portugal, (Tahir Munir Tahir) __ A high-level meeting featuring representatives from the European Commission, European Parliament, and the Portuguese diplomatic services was held in Portugal, bringing together senior European officials and community stakeholders to discuss institutional engagement and career pathways within the European Union. Among the distinguished participants was Shama Butt, a representative of the overseas Pakistani community in Portugal....
From Stagnation to Reform: Pakistan’s Economic Dilemma.
Pakistan’s economy today stands at a decisive moment in its history. It is neither collapsing nor comfortably stable. It is surviving — but survival alone is not a strategy for national progress. The real question is not whether Pakistan will default, but whether it will reform. Recent official estimates show Pakistan’s economic growth hovering around 2–3 percent annually. For a...
Pakistan Rejects Disinformation Following Border Incident; Reaffirms Commitment to Regional Stability.
Brussels / Islamabad,27 Feb 2026 (Unib Rashid) — Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, has stated that the Afghan Taliban authorities have resorted to propaganda and misinformation following what he described as operational setbacks during recent developments along the Pakistan–Afghanistan border. In a news statement issued in Islamabad and reported by Associated Press of Pakistan (APP), the...
Kashmir: Law, Legitimacy and the Question of Human Rights.
Dr. Ghulam Nabi FaiChairmanWorld Forum for Peace & Justice February 26, 2026 At the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, reaffirmed India’s commitment to democracy, pluralism, and the protection of human rights. Shortly thereafter, India’s delegate, Ms. Annupama Singh, reiterated that Jammu and Kashmir “was, is and will remain an...
Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi Meets European Commission Official to Strengthen Pakistan–EU Cooperation.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) __ Pakistan’s Ambassador to the European Union, Belgium and Luxembourg, Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi, held a meeting with Mr. Clint Tanti, Head of Cabinet to the European Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture and Sport, at the European Commission in Brussels. During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on key policy priorities within the Commissioner’s portfolio and...
High Commissioner of Pakistan to Canada Backs Sister City Initiatives, Summer Expo.
Ottawa, (TW News) — The High Commission of Pakistan in Ottawa has reaffirmed its full support for initiatives aimed at strengthening Pakistan–Canada relations, following a high-level meeting focused on expanding sister city partnerships and advancing upcoming trade and cultural engagements. During the meeting, the Muhammad Saleem underscored the importance of aligning municipal-level collaborations with broader diplomatic objectives. He shared insights...
Pakistan Stuck in Political Economy Vicious Cycle of IMF Relief and Recurring Crises.
By Asad Ali Shah Pakistan continues to face a recurring economic pattern in which temporary financial relief is followed by renewed fiscal stress, raising questions about the country’s long-term reform trajectory. Each time Pakistan secures a bailout or debt rescheduling agreement from the International Monetary Fund, the immediate pressure on foreign reserves and fiscal balances eases. However, economists argue that...
Pakistan and 6 other fellow members hosts Iftar dinner at World Customs Organization.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — The Pakistan Customs Mission to the World Customs Organization (WCO) along with other 6 fellow countries hosted an Iftar dinner in honor of fellow customs representatives from various member countries based in Brussels. Speaking on the occasion, Pakistan’s Permanent Delegate to the World Customs Union, Asad Raza Rizvi, warmly welcomed the distinguished guests and highlighted the...
Record Number of Journalists Killed in 2025; Two-Thirds of Deaths Attributed to Israel:CPJ Report.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) __ The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has reported that 2025 marked the second consecutive year of record-breaking killings of journalists and media workers worldwide, with two-thirds of the deaths attributed to Israeli forces. According to CPJ’s latest annual report on the state of journalists globally, a total of 129 journalists and media workers were killed in...