Islamabad/Brussels, (Unib Rashid) __ Engr. Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar (S.I.) has assumed charge as the Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan. Speaking to Dawn, Dr. Akhtar said that the higher education sector would soon witness “drastic and visible changes.” He stated that his priorities include strengthening quality assurance, promoting research through global partnerships, introducing industry-oriented academic programmes, enhancing...
KCEU’S Chair Ali Raza Syed condemns the terrorist attack on a mosque in Islamabad.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) __ Chairman of the Kashmir Council Europe (KCEU), Ali Raza Syed has condemned the suicide attack on the mosque Khadija al-Kubra (S.A) in the Trailai area of Islamabad, the Pakistan’s capital city and expressed deep sorrow and grief over the martyrdom of innocent and defenseless worshippers in this attack. A suicide bomber killed at least 32 people...
TFN Policy Brief: Advancing the Kazakhstan–China–Pakistan corridor.
Trade Facilitation Network (TFN) – February 2026 In early February 2026, Pakistan hosted the Presidents of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in back-to-back visits within 48 hours, highlighting strong political support for regional connectivity initiatives. These visits complement ongoing discussions on the USD 7 billion Pakistan–Kazakhstan railway project, reinforcing the strategic imperative to operationalize north–south trade corridors. These high-level engagements create a...
Pakistani Agriculture Delegation Visits Pakistan Embassy in Germany.
Berlin, (Unib Rashid) __ An 18-member delegation of the All Pakistan Agricultural Produce Traders Federation (APAPTF) and the Punjab Agriculture Market Regulatory Authority (PAMRA) visited the Pakistan Embassy in Germany and held a meeting with Ambassador Saqlain Syedah and his team. The delegation is currently on a private visit to Fruit Logistica in Berlin, one of the world’s leading trade...
UNESCO Director-General’s First Official Visit Strengthens Pakistan–UNESCO Strategic Partnership.
Islamabad, (TW News) __ UNESCO Director-General Dr. Khaled El-Enany paid his first official visit to Pakistan on February 1–2, a landmark engagement that successfully reinforced the strategic partnership between the Government of Pakistan and UNESCO. During the visit, Dr. El-Enany held high-level bilateral meetings with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammad Ishaq Dar,...
Pakistan Embassy in Belgrade Commemorates Kashmir Solidarity Day.
Belgrade, (Unib Rashid) __ The Embassy of Pakistan in Belgrade organized a solemn event to observe Kashmir Solidarity Day, reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering support for the people of Jammu and Kashmir and their right to self-determination. The ceremony was attended by members of the Pakistani community, diplomats, and friends of Pakistan. Messages from the national leadership were conveyed to the participants,...
Beyond Rituals: Time to Move from Solidarity to Solution for Kashmir.
The people of Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir have observed Kashmir Solidarity Day for more than seventy-five years to demonstrate their continuous support for those living in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). Every year on February 5 millions of people raise their voices against India which commits human rights violations while denying people their right to self-determination....
Pakistan, Serbia Pledge to Strengthen Bilateral Ties.
Belgrade, (Unib Rashid) __ Pakistan’s Ambassador to Serbia, Faraz Zaidi, met with Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Đurić on Thursday to discuss strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing political dialogue between the two countries. During the meeting, Ambassador Zaidi conveyed Pakistan’s appreciation for Serbia’s commitment to deepening cooperation and shared ongoing efforts to build practical linkages across multiple sectors. These include increased...
Digital Trucks in New York Flash Message: Kashmir Is Not Forgotten.
New York. February 5, 2026, (TW NEWS) __ Radiant and impossible to ignore, digital advertising trucks bearing the message “Kashmir Is Not Forgotten: February 5th – Day of Solidarity” rolled through the most visible and symbolic locations of New York City, including the United Nations headquarters, Times Square, Freedom Tower, CenturyTel Park, and areas surrounding foreign UN missions. Dr. Ghulam...
US-Funded Heritage Projects Revitalize Lahore’s Walled City, Boost Tourism and Economic Growth.
Lahore, (TW News) __ American leadership continues to deliver tangible results in Pakistan through sustained investment in cultural preservation and community development. Over the past decade, the United States has invested nearly USD 2.6 million to help preserve iconic heritage sites in Lahore’s Walled City, including the Lahore Fort and the historic Wazir Khan Mosque. These initiatives have supported skills...