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Pakistan and China’s Shandong Xinxu Group discussed potential investment across oil and gas production, refinery upgrades, energy equipment manufacturing and coastal energy infrastructure. The Petroleum Division will appoint focal persons to follow up on the company’s proposals.
The federal government has approved a 70km extension of the Murree Expressway to Muzaffarabad, aiming to improve AJK’s road connectivity with Pakistan’s motorway and expressway network. The decision was made during an NHA meeting chaired by Communications Minister Abdul Aleem Khan.
Pakistan is preparing to host a major pharmaceutical investment conference in Karachi from July 17 to 19, with around 130 Chinese companies expected to participate. Officials hope the forum can attract $1 billion in investment for vaccines, medical devices, raw materials and surgical manufacturing.
Diljit Dosanjh told Pakistani fans during an Instagram live session that he cannot currently visit Lahore because of political sensitivities. His comments have renewed discussion about cross-border cultural ties, fan demand and the restrictions affecting artists in India and Pakistan.
A child was killed and four people were injured after the roof of an under-construction house collapsed in Lahore’s Baghbanpura area. Rescue teams deployed multiple vehicles and personnel as one person was still believed to be trapped under the debris.
PIA has resumed direct flights from Lahore to Manchester after six years, with the first flight carrying 325 passengers. The revived route is expected to benefit overseas Pakistanis, strengthen UK-Pakistan travel links and support the airline’s wider international recovery.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a new security cooperation MoU after Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud. The agreement aims to strengthen coordination on crime prevention, public safety and wider bilateral security cooperation.
Pakistan has launched a Rs4.5 billion programme to train 7,200 engineers in semiconductor and chip design technologies. The initiative aims to improve youth employability, build advanced digital skills and help Pakistan enter high-value global technology markets.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz and Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan met in Lahore to ease tensions after controversies involving police oversight and a disputed provincial bill. The meeting aimed to restore coordination during the ongoing budget session and sensitive legislative work.
Naran police arrested four tourists after their vehicle was swept away by the Kunhar River during an alleged video-making stunt. The incident occurred despite Section 144 restrictions, with rescuers saving the tourists and later recovering the vehicle.
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal said Pakistan has moved from crisis stabilisation toward a new growth phase, with youth expected to lead the country’s next chapter. He made the remarks at the URAAN Pakistan overseas scholars programme, which selected 45 students from nearly 2,000 applicants.
Pakistan and Qatar reported progress in indirect US-Iran talks held in Doha, with discussions focused on the Islamabad MoU, maritime traffic and frozen Iranian funds. The next phase of talks is expected after Iran’s funeral proceedings, while nuclear issues may be addressed later.
