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Pakistan holds bailout talks with IMF in Qatar as economy falters

The new Pakistan government is seeking the release of more funds from a $6bn rescue programme agreed with IMF in 2019.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan's new foreign minister seeks to broaden U.S. ties

Pakistan's new Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said on Thursday he would like to pivot away from single-issue transactional relationship with the United States as he seeks to repair frayed ties with Washington.

Reuters

Pakistan FM sees 'very limited' prospect of India dialogue

United Nations (United States) (AFP) - Pakistan's new foreign minister said Thursday there was little scope for dialogue with India as he denounced actions by the historic rival in divided Kashmir.

AFP

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The world reacts to the killing of Al Jazeera’s Shireen Abu Akleh

Killing of Al Jazeera reporter Shireen Abu Akleh by Israeli forces triggers outpouring of condemnation and condolences.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia to discuss extending term of $3bn deposit

Saudi Arabia will discuss the option of extending the terms of $3bn deposit in Pakistani bank, a joint statement says.

Al Jazeera

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Pakistani Premier to Asharq Al-Awsat: Committed to Promoting Ties with Saudi Arabia

On his first foreign visit to Saudi Arabia, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that his government was committed to advancing the special relationship with the Kingdom. Sharif is the leader of the Pakistan Muslim League. He was sworn in earlier this month after parliament ousted his predecessor, Imran Khan,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Sharif scion takes charge of Pakistan’s most powerful province

Islamabad (AFP) - The son of Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif took charge of Punjab province Saturday, the country's most politically important region, further bolstering the dynasty's grip on power.

AFP

Karachi attack underlines need for taking 'undifferentiated' position against terrorism: India

‘Our stance against all forms of terrorism anywhere has been steadfast and consistent,’ says Arindam Bagchi.

The Hindu

Pakistan has a ‘strategy’ to boost shrinking forex reserves: FM

With barely enough reserves to cover two months of imports, finance minister says it will not be the next Sri Lanka.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan PM Sharif arrives in Saudi for first foreign visit

Riyadh (AFP) - Pakistan's new Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif began his maiden foreign trip Thursday, arriving in Saudi Arabia in a bid to enhance financial support from a country where he spent years in exile.

AFP

India says talks with Pakistan only after 'terror' stops

New Delhi (AFP) - New Delhi on Thursday ruled out any formal talks with Pakistan unless India's neighbor stops supporting "cross-border terrorism", as a new government comes to power in Islamabad.

AFP

Pakistan PM Sharif heads to Saudi for first foreign visit

Islamabad (AFP) - Pakistan's new Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif begins his maiden foreign trip Thursday to Saudi Arabia, seeking financial support from a country where he spent years in exile.

AFP

Chinese nationals among four killed by woman suicide bomber in Pakistan

Karachi (AFP) - A woman suicide bomber from a Pakistan separatist group killed four people, including three Chinese nationals, in an attack on a minibus carrying staff from a Beijing cultural programme at Karachi University on Tuesday.

AFP

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Asharq Al-Awsat

Turkish President, Pakistani PM to Visit Saudi Arabia this Week

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan plans to visit Saudi Arabia on Thursday, two sources with information on the matter told Reuters. No further details were provided but it is scheduled at time when Muslims often perform the Umrah. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to visit Saudi Arabia on his…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Iran-Pakistan Ties on Brink after Khan's Ouster

Iran is concerned that the progress it has made in bilateral relations with Pakistan may evaporate with the ouster of prime minister Imran Khan. Iranian experts expect new Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif to pay a visit to Iran soon as part of a revision of his predecessor's foreign policy. Pakistan…

The Hindu

The troubled innings of a Pakistan Prime Minister

Imran Khan’s brand of populism may well continue to thrive despite his fall, even as Pakistan dreams of a progressive politics

The Conversation

Kashmir: what happens after Imran Khan’s downfall?

Since Imran Khan was ousted as prime minister of Pakistan on April 9, the future of the long disputed and war-torn Kashmir region, on the borders of India and Pakistan, is at the forefront of many minds.

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The Hindu

Shehbaz Sharif must rewind to move Pakistan forward

The new PM has to reckon with Imran Khan’s tainted legacy, as well as the record of previous regimes

Reuters

Pakistan's new finance minister faces tight time frame to tackle crises

Pakistan's new prime minister has appointed 57-year-old economist and businessman Miftah Ismail as the finance minister who will be tasked with quickly arresting a downward economic spiral and getting IMF talks back on track.

Al Jazeera

How Imran Khan’s removal affected civil-military ties in Pakistan

As the military faces public anger over Khan’s exit, the ex-PM escalates his rhetoric against the powerful institution.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan: PM Shehbaz Sharif’s new cabinet takes oath

The swearing in comes a week after parliament elected Sharif to replace Imran Khan, who was removed in a no-trust vote.

Reuters

Pakistan's new cabinet sworn in -state television

Pakistan's new cabinet took their oaths in a ceremony on Tuesday, state television reported.

The Hindu

Shehbaz Sharif pitches for meaningful India-Pakistan engagement

Sharif's communication came in response to a letter sent by PM Modi to the Pakistani leader congratulating him on becoming the Prime Minister

Reuters

Pakistan's new ruling alliance takes control of parliament with new speaker

Pakistan's new ruling alliance took control of the lower house of parliament on Saturday with the election of a new speaker, cementing control of the assembly after former premier Imran Khan was ousted in a no-confidence vote.

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