Pakistan Achieves Major Maritime Breakthrough as Lloyd’s Removes Its Waters from Listed Risk Areas
War Risk Insurance Costs to End, Boosting Trade and Investor Confidence By Irfan Siddiqi ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has achieved a landmark success in the maritime sector as the country’s territorial waters have officially been removed from the Lloyd’s Joint War Committee Listed Areas, a development expected to significantly reduce shipping costs, strengthen investor confidence, and enhance…
OPF Expands Support for Overseas Pakistanis: Chairman Syed Qamar Raza Shah’s Initiatives Bring Relief in Repatriation of Deceased Citizens, While Advisor Asad Nawaz Khan Leads Community Efforts in Japan
ISLAMABAD / TOKYO: The Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF), under the leadership of its Chairman Syed Qamar Raza Shah, is earning widespread appreciation from overseas Pakistanis for introducing practical measures that are making the repatriation of deceased Pakistanis to their homeland more organized, dignified, and compassionate. One of the most significant initiatives introduced by the OPF…
Pakistani Crypto Expert Waqar Zaka Tops Global Trading Competition, Wins Mercedes G Wagon
By Irfan Siddiqi Pakistan’s renowned cryptocurrency trader and digital finance expert, Waqar Zaka, has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing first place in an international crypto trading competition, according to the event organisers. Competing against more than 2,000 professional traders from around the world, Zaka emerged as the overall winner and was awarded a 2026…
Deputy Chairman Senate Syedaal Khan Nasar Intensifies Public and Parliamentary Outreach, Calls for Unity, Development and Youth Empowerment
By Irfan Siddiqi Islamabad: Deputy Chairman Senate Syedaal Khan Nasar has significantly expanded his parliamentary and public outreach through a series of high level meetings and public engagements, reaffirming his commitment to democratic stability, national unity, socio economic development and youth empowerment. Over the past several days, he has met senior political leaders, parliamentarians, tribal…
Press Note: Deepest Condolences on the Passing of Ameer-ul-Azeem Sahib
With profound sorrow, I received the heartbreaking news of the passing of Ameer-ul-Azeem Sahib. Indeed, “To Allah we belong, and to Him we shall return” (Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilayhi Raji’un). Today, we mourn the loss of a distinguished leader, an extraordinary human being, and a tireless advocate of peace, humanity, and interfaith harmony. His…
Pakistan-Japan Innovation Partnership Reaches New Milestone Through High Level Startup and Technology Forum
Tokyo: In a significant step towards strengthening Pakistan-Japan relations in the fields of technology, innovation and digital transformation, the Embassy of Pakistan in Tokyo, in collaboration with the Asia Web3 Alliance Japan, organized a high profile Pakistan-Japan Startup and Innovation Event. The forum brought together senior government representatives, technology companies, investors, entrepreneurs and members of…
Empowering the Next Generation: Pakistan’s Youth Take Center Stage at the UN Mission in New York
By Irfan Siddiqui NEW YORK: The Permanent Mission of Pakistan to the United Nations hosted an inspiring gathering of young Pakistani Americans in New York, bringing together diplomats, community leaders, journalists, and youth representatives for a meaningful dialogue on leadership, national development, and the role of overseas Pakistanis in shaping Pakistan’s future. The event, held…