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China-Pakistan agree to 'unswervingly safeguard' bilateral ties

Pakistan and China have pledged to strengthen their relationship and build a shared future. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's visit to China resulted in new cooperation agreements. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to the All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership. They will advance the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and enhance security cooperation.

The Economic Times

CGTN: China and Pakistan reaffirm ties, vow to advance multipolar world

BEIJING, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CGTN published an article during Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's official visit to China, highlighting how China and Pakistan are working together to bring tangible benefits to both peoples and uphold regional peace and stability amid a turbulent global landscape. In a recent letter…

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Trump skips Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif, invites Army chief Asim Munir to join Abraham Accords, raises questions over who runs the country

Former US President Donald Trump urged Pakistan and other Muslim-majority nations to join the Abraham Accords for regional peace, mistakenly naming Army Chief Asim Munir instead of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. This highlights Munir's significant influence and Pakistan's complex stance on recognizing Israel, which remains tied to a Palestinian state.

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Who really runs Pakistan? Trump names Asim Munir, skips Shehbaz Sharif in post on Abraham Accords

US President Donald Trump on Monday called on several Muslim-majority nations to sign onto the Abraham Accords as part of efforts to secure a broader peace deal involving Iran. But while listing the leaders he had spoken to, Trump’s post mentioned Pakistan's Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir instead of Prime…

The Times of India

Trump’s trap: The price Asim Munir must pay for American flattery

Trump’s push to expand the Abraham Accords has placed Pakistan in a sharp diplomatic bind, according to the report. After recent US engagement that elevated Islamabad’s profile and strengthened ties with its military leadership, Washington is now urging Pakistan and other Muslim-majority countries to normalise relations with Israel.

The Economic Times

'Unbreakable traditional friendship': Xi Jinping welcomes 'old friend' Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif

In a pivotal gathering in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif solidified their partnership with a promise of enduring support. Xi praised Pakistan's proactive engagement in fostering peace within the Middle East, showcasing their robust 'unbreakable traditional friendship' as a vital asset in navigating shifting…

The Times of India

China's Xi meets Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif as Iran war looms

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing. This high-level meeting occurred as diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war continue. Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir, a key negotiator, also attended the discussions. Sharif highlighted Pakistan's sincere role in mediating between the US and Iran.

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Pakistan train bombing kills at least 24 people

Pakistan's prime minister, Shehbaz Sharif, said he strongly condemned the "heinous bomb explosion" and sent his condolences to the victims' families.

Euronews

Iran refutes Trump's 'largely negotiated' deal, claims to keep Hormuz control

President Donald Trump announced a significant deal with Iran is nearing completion. This agreement aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end ongoing hostilities. While Iran has pushed back on some claims, discussions are ongoing. Regional leaders have expressed support for the peace efforts. The proposed deal also addresses…

The Times of India

Trump says US will not ‘rush into a deal’ to end Iran war

US President Donald Trump on Sunday said he had told US representatives not to rush into a deal with Iran, calling for both sides to “take their time and get it right”. Trump said the US blockade on Iran’s ports would remain in place until a deal was reached. Follow…

France 24

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif begins 4-day China visit amid fragile US-Iran truce

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday began a four-day visit to China, arriving there days after visits by US President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin.

The Times of India

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif begins China visit, to hold talks with Xi Jinping

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday departed for Hangzhou, marking the first leg of a four-day official visit to China from May 23 to 26, aimed at expanding economic cooperation, strengthening strategic ties, and advancing projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), according to the Pakistani Prime Minister's Office.

The Economic Times

US pins hopes on mediator Pakistan in push to end Iran war

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio voiced hope of progress on ending the war with Iran, as he looked to Pakistani mediators to help advance efforts to strike an agreement. Beijing did however, announce that Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will travel on Saturday to China, which has also been…

The Economic Times

Pakistan revives pre-partition names in Lahore; Islampura now Krishan Nagar

Several historic streets and roads in Lahore are set to regain their pre-Partition names after Pakistan's Punjab government approved a plan to revive the city's pre-Partition heritage.

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Oops!... Pakistan did it again: The 'deny, deflect, get caught' pattern repeats

Pakistan's history of 'oops' moments, from allegedly harboring Iranian aircraft to denying terrorist camps, has eroded its credibility on the global stage. Decades of strategic ambiguity and carefully calibrated deniability have created a trust deficit, making its diplomatic assurances met with skepticism and every crisis a potential international embarrassment.

The Economic Times

Pakistan extends countrywide austerity drive after US, Iran fail to strike deal

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended nationwide austerity measures until June 13 amid continuing uncertainty over the Iran conflict and fragile ceasefire in West Asia.

The Times of India

Asim Munir calls 2025 conflict 'battle of two ideologies'

Following India's strong warning, Pakistan's Army Chief declared the recent conflict a battle of ideologies, claiming victory. He asserted Pakistan's strategy was superior, framing the outcome as truth triumphing over falsehood. Meanwhile, a Pakistani minister's statement highlighting the Prime Minister and Army Chief's leadership drew public criticism, underscoring the military's…

The Conversation

How Pakistan became the primary mediator between the US and Iran

Pakistan has emerged as a central diplomatic broker in the conflict between the US and Iran. When announcing a pause to the US operation to guide stranded vessels through the Strait of Hormuz on May 6, Donald Trump said he had made the decision “based on the request of Pakistan”.

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The Times of India

'Our bill has reached $800 million': Shehbaz Sharif says US-Iran war causing major economic blow to Pakistan

Pakistan's economy has been severely impacted by the US-Iran war, with oil import bills skyrocketing and economic progress stalling. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that Islamabad will continue its efforts to mediate and restore peace in West Asia, highlighting recent diplomatic breakthroughs and planned future talks.

The Independent UK

The Latest: Talks to end the war in Iran stall as economies feel the impact of rising energy costs

Talks between Iran and the United States on ending the war seemed stalled Wednesday, despite U_S_ President Donald Trump earlier claiming Iran had informed his administration that it was in a “State of Collapse.”

The Independent UK

Hundreds stuck in long lines as Pakistan Super League ticket snag slows return of spectators

Fans had to wait a month to watch Pakistan Super League games in person after the Twenty20 cricket tournament was impacted by the Iran war

The Independent UK

The Latest: US appears cold to Iranian proposal to end the war without a nuclear deal

The Trump administration seems unlikely to accept Iran’s offer to end the war and its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

Pakistan lifts central Islamabad lockdown as prospects dim for US-Iran talks

Move signals lack of immediate plan for direct talks despite Iranian foreign minister’s visit to Pakistani capital city over weekend

International Business Times UK

Big Aspirin Energy: Why Donald Trump's Heart Health is the Newest Geopolitical Variable

A fresh bruise on Donald Trump's hand has revived questions about his heart health just as he pulls back from US‑Pakistan efforts to broker talks over the Iran conflict.

The Times of India

‘Pakistan remains committed’: Shehbaz Sharif after second round of US-Iran talks not held

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday said he spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian after Islamabad’s attempt to broker a second round of talks between the United States and Iran fell through.

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