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Pakistan Aims to Boost Date Palm Exports Beyond $50 Million with UAE Partnership
Pakistan aims to boost $50M date palm exports with UAE help; scientist honored for tissue culture innovation.
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First Hajj Flight from Pakistan Departs with 442 Pilgrims on Makkah Route Scheme
Pakistan begins 2025 Hajj flights with 442 pilgrims to Madinah under Makkah Route; over 89,000 to travel in total.
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Pakistan Vows to Respond to Any Indian Incursion
Pakistan’s defense minister warns of imminent Indian incursion as global calls for de-escalation intensify.
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IMF Executive Board to Meet on May 9 for Pakistan’s $1.3B Loan and Bailout Review
IMF Executive Board to review $1.3bn climate loan and Pakistan’s $7bn bailout on May 9; $1bn tranche expected.
![Pakistan vows to protect its water share under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) after India’s unilateral suspension sparks crisis. [Image via Reuters]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/1278134-induswater-1482988315.webp)
Pakistan Vows to Protect Water Share Amid IWT Disputes
Pakistan vows to protect its water share under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) after India’s unilateral suspension sparks crisis.
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Pakistan Army Kills 17 India-Backed Terrorists Near Afghan Border
Pakistan kills 71 TTP terrorists in North Waziristan, foils India-backed plot amid cross-border terror threats.
![PM Shehbaz Sharif expresses condolences over deadly explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port, discusses regional tensions with President Pezeshkian. [Image via IRNA/AFP]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/4596212-172979090.webp)
Pakistan PM Expresses Condolences to Iran Over Deadly Explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port
PM Shehbaz Sharif expresses condolences over deadly explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port, discusses regional tensions with President Pezeshkian.
![WLF signs a deal with Pakistan's Crypto Council to boost blockchain, stablecoin adoption, and DeFi in the country. [Image via Reuters/File]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/4596268-826949502.webp)
US-backed WLF Joins Pakistan’s Crypto Council to Accelerate Blockchain and DeFi Innovation
WLF signs a deal with Pakistan’s Crypto Council to boost blockchain, stablecoin adoption, and DeFi in the country.
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India’s Involvement Confirmed in Attack on Pakistan’s London High Commission
Pakistani minister condemns attack on London High Commission, blames India; vows continued fight against terrorism.
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Pakistan Reaches Out to Key Allies After Rejecting India’s Kashmir Attack Allegations
Tensions rise between India and Pakistan over a deadly Kashmir attack, with both nations escalating diplomatic and military actions.