The federal government’s decision to file a review petition before the Honourable Supreme Court against the order directing the transfer of former Prime Minister and founder Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, from Adiala Jail to Shifa International Hospital, Islamabad, is both surprising and deeply disappointing. The government undoubtedly has the legal right to seek a review of a...
EU Expresses Regret Over US Sanctions, Reaffirms Strong Support for International Criminal Court.
BRUSSELS, (Unib Rashid) – The European Union has expressed deep regret over the United States’ decision to impose sanctions on the President of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Judge Tomoko Akane, and a senior trial lawyer, Abdoulaye Seye, while reaffirming its unwavering support for the court. In a statement issued by the European External Action Service, the European Union reiterated...
PM Shehbaz Bids Farewell to UN Resident Coordinator Mohamed Yahya.
Brussels/Islamabad, (Unib Rashid) – United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Pakistan Mohamed Yahya paid a farewell call on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday, with discussions focusing on Pakistan-UN cooperation and the country’s development and humanitarian priorities. The Prime Minister thanked Mohamed Yahya for his valuable contribution to strengthening cooperation between Pakistan and the United Nations during his...
Counsellor Nasir Muhammad Discusses Cultural Cooperation with Omani Ambassador in Brussels.
BRUSSELS, (Unib Rashid) – Counsellor Nasir Muhammad met with Her Excellency Alia Ruwaisi Ashraf Al Zadjali, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to Belgium and Head of Oman’s Mission to the European Union, at his residence in Brussels. The meeting focused on Oman-Belgium relations, with particular emphasis on strengthening cultural cooperation and promoting greater people-to-people understanding between the two countries....
World Humanitarian Day: Hadja Lahbib Calls for Justice and Accountability for Attacks on Aid Workers
BRUSSELS, (Unib Rashid) – European Commissioner for Crisis Management, Preparedness and Equality Hadja Lahbib has called for justice and accountability for those responsible for killing humanitarian workers, stressing that simply counting the victims is not enough. In a message marking World Humanitarian Day, Lahbib said that humanitarian workers who lose their lives while serving vulnerable communities must not be reduced...
China Tests Convoy-Based Approach to Trucking Automation
BEIJING, (TW NEWS) – China is exploring a new approach to freight automation that could accelerate the adoption of autonomous trucking by combining human-led vehicles with self-driving trucks operating in convoy formation. Under the emerging model, a single human driver leads a convoy while autonomous trucks follow behind, reducing the need to immediately replace conventional trucks with fully autonomous vehicles....
Pakistan’s Exports Rise 3.5%, Imports Surge 10.6% in FY2025-26.
BRUSSELS/ISLAMABAD, (Unib Rashid) – Pakistan’s exports increased by 3.5 percent during the fiscal year 2025-26, while imports recorded a significantly higher growth of 10.6 percent, raising concerns over the country’s widening trade imbalance. The figures were highlighted by the Economic Policy and Business Development (EPBDT), a non-governmental organization, which noted that the pace of growth in imports was considerably faster...
Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to Humanitarian Values on World Humanitarian Day
Brussels/Islamabad, (Unib Rashid) – Pakistan has joined the international community in observing World Humanitarian Day, paying tribute to humanitarian workers around the world for their courage, dedication and sacrifices in assisting communities affected by conflict, disasters and other crises. In a message marking the day, Pakistan said it honors the commitment and bravery of humanitarian workers who continue to serve...
Pakistan Assumes Presidency of UN Conference on Disarmament
BRUSSELS/GENEVA, (Unib Rahid) – Pakistan has assumed the rotating presidency of the United Nations Conference on Disarmament (CD), with its representative taking charge on behalf of the country for the current session. In a statement following the assumption of the presidency, Pakistan’s representative said it was an honour to lead the Conference and expressed the commitment to working closely with...
Pakistan Unveils First Indigenous Lunar Rover ‘Jinnah-I’ for China’s Chang’e-8 Mission
Brussels/Islamabad, (Unib Rashid) – Pakistan has officially announced its first indigenously designed and developed lunar rover, “Jinnah-I,” marking a significant milestone in the country’s space exploration programme. The rover has been developed by the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) and is planned to participate in China’s Chang’e-8 lunar mission, scheduled for 2028. The Pakistani rover is expected to...