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Beijing seeking to join security initiatives to protect it’s citizens in Pakistan, sources say

Beijing is urging Pakistan to permit its security personnel to safeguard the thousands of Chinese nationals employed in the South Asian country, following discussions prompted by a car bombing in Karachi that raised significant security concerns, according to sources. The recent bombing at the airport in the southern port city, which resulted in the deaths of two Chinese engineers returning to their work after a … Continue reading Beijing seeking to join security initiatives to protect it’s citizens in Pakistan, sources say

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India's External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar speaks during a press conference.
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India’s Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in Pakistan for SCO meeting

Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday, marking the first visit of its kind in nearly ten years for a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) governments, with the capital city under strict security measures. Jaishankar joined nearly a dozen leaders at the gathering in Islamabad, which is set to culminate in a main event on Wednesday. This visit is significant … Continue reading India’s Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in Pakistan for SCO meeting

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PM Shehbaz Sharif greets Chinese Premier Li Qiang as he arrives in Rawalpindi on Oct 14, 2024 on a four-day bilateral visit.
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Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Pakistan for a four-day bilateral visit

Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Pakistan on Monday for a four-day bilateral visit, during which he will participate in the highly anticipated Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. This visit coincides with Pakistan’s preparations to host the 23rd SCO meeting of the Council of the Heads of Government (CHG) on October 15 and 16, under strict security protocols. In light of the summit, the government … Continue reading Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Pakistan for a four-day bilateral visit

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US Navy ship engaged in joint exercises with Pakistan Navy in the Arabian Sea

The USS O’Kane, a ship of the US Navy, made a visit to Karachi where it engaged in joint exercises with the Pakistan Navy‘s PNS Babar in the Arabian Sea. As stated by a spokesperson for the Pakistan Navy, the objective of these exercises was to strengthen collaborative efforts and to reaffirm the commitment of both navies towards ensuring maritime peace in the region. During … Continue reading US Navy ship engaged in joint exercises with Pakistan Navy in the Arabian Sea

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What missiles does Iran have?

Iran launched a barrage of ballistic missiles at Israel on Tuesday in response to Israel’s operations against Tehran’s Hezbollah allies in Lebanon, utilizing a range of weaponry that has long been a concern for Western nations. This assault occurred five months after an unprecedented direct Iranian strike on Israel in April. Ballistic missiles constitute a significant component of Tehran’s military capabilities. BALLISTIC MISSILES Ballistic missiles … Continue reading What missiles does Iran have?

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Aliyev toured the static display of the JF-17 Block-III
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Azerbaijan finalized an agreement to purchase JF-17 Thunder jets from Pakistan

Pakistan has recently signed an agreement to sell JF-17 Block-III fighter jets to Azerbaijan as part of its initiative to enhance defense collaboration with allied nations. During a recent visit to Pakistan, Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev was informed about the combat capabilities and versatile applications of the JF-17 Block-III fighter jet. Following this visit and at the request of the Azerbaijani government, Pakistan dispatched a … Continue reading Azerbaijan finalized an agreement to purchase JF-17 Thunder jets from Pakistan

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Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrives for the United Nations General Assembly
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Pakistan’s PM says ‘burning issue of Gaza’ is main priority at the UN

World leaders are not only expressing their opinions from the prominent podium today; significant discussions are also taking place on the sidelines in New York. While waiting for an elevator at the UN headquarters, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke to CNN, highlighting that one of his key focuses this week is “the urgent issue of Gaza and the ongoing genocide there.” “The international community … Continue reading Pakistan’s PM says ‘burning issue of Gaza’ is main priority at the UN

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Qatari ship Al Khor visits Karachi for naval exercises

The Al Khor vessel of the Qatar Amiri Navy made a visit to Karachi, where it received a warm reception from the officers and personnel of the Pakistan Navy upon its arrival. As reported by a spokesperson for the Pakistan Navy, the commanding officer of the Qatari ship took the opportunity to visit Mazar-e-Quaid and held a meeting with Vice Admiral Faisal Abbasi, the Commander … Continue reading Qatari ship Al Khor visits Karachi for naval exercises

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India introduced new ballistic missile submarine. Can it compete with China?

India recently added its second nuclear-capable ballistic missile submarine to its naval fleet, a development that the government claims enhances its nuclear deterrent in light of concerns regarding both China and Pakistan. However, India is still striving to keep pace with China, which is expanding its naval, land, and air capabilities amid ongoing tensions along their shared border. The newly commissioned nuclear-powered submarine, INS Arighaat—meaning … Continue reading India introduced new ballistic missile submarine. Can it compete with China?

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The United States has enacted sanctions against suppliers involved in Pakistan’s ballistic missile program

On Thursday, the U.S. State Department announced sanctions against a Chinese research institute and several companies linked to Pakistan’s ballistic missile program. In a similar move, three companies based in China were sanctioned in October 2023 for providing missile-related materials to Pakistan. According to Department spokesperson Matthew Miller, the Beijing Research Institute of Automation for Machine Building Industry collaborated with Pakistan to acquire equipment for … Continue reading The United States has enacted sanctions against suppliers involved in Pakistan’s ballistic missile program

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