Romania Emerging as a New Destination for Global Labor, Says Business Leader Muhammad Shafiq
By. IRFAN SIDDIQUI Muhammad Shafiq, a prominent Pakistani businessman with business interests in Japan and Romania, believes that the global labor market is undergoing a significant transformation and that Romania is increasingly becoming an attractive destination for workers from developing countries. Speaking about changing employment trends, Shafiq said that a large segment of the labor…
When the Rains Turn Relentless: Japan’s Growing Struggle with Climate-Driven Floods
May, 2026. By Muhammad Irfan Siddiqi For generations, Japan has lived with nature’s power. Earthquakes, tsunamis, typhoons, and volcanic eruptions have shaped the nation’s history and strengthened its culture of preparedness. Yet climate change is introducing a new and increasingly dangerous challenge: extreme rainfall and flooding. Over the past year, several parts of Japan experienced…
When the Mountains Cry: Pakistan’s Melting Glaciers and the Climate Emergency
02 February, 2026. By Muhammad Irfan Siddiqi For centuries, the towering glaciers of northern Pakistan stood as silent guardians of life. Resting peacefully among the majestic peaks of the Karakoram, Himalaya, and Hindu Kush mountain ranges, they supplied water to rivers, nourished fertile plains, and sustained millions of people. Today, however, these frozen giants are…
Smog, Frost and Survival: Pakistan’s Winter Under Climate Stress
05 January, 2026. By Muhammad Irfan Siddiqi Winter in Pakistan was once associated with misty mornings, warm cups of tea, and the comforting chill that signaled the arrival of a new season. Today, however, winter has acquired a darker identity. For millions of Pakistanis, particularly those living in Punjab’s major cities, winter now brings a…
Rana Abid Hussain Congratulates Hasnain Kazmi on Appointment to Pakistan–Romania Business Council
By. IRFAN SIDDIQUITokyo / Islamabad: President of the Pakistan Japan Business Council (PJBC), Rana Abid Hussain, has extended heartfelt congratulations to renowned corporate legal expert and PJBC Legal Advisor, Mr. Hasnain Kazmi, on his appointment as Regional Lead – Corporate Law & Mediation at the Pakistan–Romania Business Council (PRBC). In his congratulatory message, Rana Abid…
Syed Qamar Raza Shah: A Strong Voice for Overseas Pakistanis
By Irfan Siddiqui At a time when millions of overseas Pakistanis seek stronger connections with their homeland, Overseas Pakistanis Foundation Chairman Syed Qamar Raza Shah has emerged as a prominent and active figure representing the concerns, aspirations, and emotions of Pakistanis living abroad. Since assuming office in 2024, he has adopted a people-centered approach, traveling…
Overseas Pakistanis in Barcelona Celebrate “Jashan-e-Marka-e-Haq” with Passionate Tribute to Pakistan Armed Forces
By. IRFAN SIDDIQUI The spirit of patriotism, unity, and national pride echoed across Barcelona as thousands of overseas Pakistanis gathered to commemorate the first anniversary of “Marka-e-Haq” and Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos, paying a heartfelt tribute to Pakistan’s Armed Forces for their historic response during the Pakistan-India conflict of 2025. Organized by the EU Pak Friendship Federation…
Overseas Pakistanis in Tokyo Celebrate One Year of Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos With National Pride
By Irfan Siddiqi TOKYO: A grand and patriotic gathering was organized in Tokyo under the leadership of Overseas Pakistan Foundation Board of Governor Chaudhry Asif Mahmood to mark the completion of one year of Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos, the historic military response that became a symbol of Pakistan’s unity, strength, and determination during tensions with India. The…
