Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, reaffirming Pakistan’s role as a founding member of the organization, good governance, and its commitment to development. The meeting aimed to further boost multifaceted cooperation between Pakistan and the Commonwealth.
According to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, both leaders emphasized the importance of promoting inter-governmental cooperation among Commonwealth member states and strengthening collaboration in priority sectors. The meeting also underscored Pakistan’s resolve to continue playing an active and constructive role in the Commonwealth forum.
A significant project, the Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan Railway, was identified as a vital component of regional connectivity. The two countries agreed to enhance cooperation in energy, defense, tourism, and education sectors. In a separate development, the opposition leader, Punjab Assembly member, Mian Mehmood ul Rasheed expressed his discontent with the ruling party, stating that social media is a source of humiliation for the party.
Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari emphasized Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination. The Pakistani Embassy in Ankara hosted an official ceremony to mark the Kashmir Solidarity Day, reiterating Pakistan’s strong support for the Kashmiri people’s just struggle for freedom.
A significant agreement was reached between Pakistan and Uzbekistan to establish an Inter-Regional Forum. PTI leader Ali Muhammad Khan reiterated his stance that the party should not take any risk regarding the health of its founding leader. In a separate incident, Pakistani Army Chief General Asim Munir visited the Muzaffarabad region, paying his respects at the Martyrs’ Graveyard and laying a wreath.
President, Prime Minister, and Deputy Prime Minister reaffirmed their full support for the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination. The Balochistan government’s spokesperson, Shahid Rind, announced the arrest of 100 suspects and the recovery of arms during an operation in Quetta. The internet services in the city will be restored on the same day. Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab inaugurated the annual Wildlife Show at the Karachi Zoo.
Munawar Iqbal, a resident of Lahore, stopped a motorcyclist without a safety helmet and instructed him to wear one. Following a meeting between the Prime Minister and the President of Uzbekistan, a delegation-level meeting is scheduled to take place. The sale and use of kites with a religious and political theme have been banned.
In a separate development, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been accused of using proxy agencies to carry out terrorist activities in Pakistan. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that India is involved in terrorism through its proxy agencies.
