Global Economy
Government Moves to Empower Women Entrepreneurs Through SMEDA–PIFD Partnership
Lahore, April 24, 2026 – By Abdul Rafay Afzal – In a significant step toward inclusive economic development, the Government of Pakistan has reaffirmed its
Global Economy
Exclusive Interview of Jawhar Said Warsame, Minister of Trade & Tourism, Somaliland by Abdul Rafay Afzal
Somaliland a Hidden Gem of the Horn of Africa By Abdul Rafay Afzal (Editor in Chief – The Advocate Post) Hon. Jawhar Said Warsame serves
Global Economy
SMEDA holds nationwide consultations to improve SME financing access in underserved regions
Lahore: The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) has held a series of consultations with the State Bank of Pakistan and provincial stakeholders to
Conflict Zones and Peacekeeping
Pakistan Brokers U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
Islamabad: Pakistan has emerged at the centre of a major diplomatic push in the Middle East after helping secure a two-week ceasefire between the United
Human Rights-Gender and Equality
Exclusive Interview of Hon. Advocate Nabeela Ayoub Khan Minister for EPA, Kashmir Cause, Arts & Languages AJ&K by Abdul Rafay Afzal
No Society Can Prosper Without Women Law, Leadership, and Resilience By Abdul Rafay Afzal (Editor in Cheif – The Advocate Post) Hon. Advocate Nabeela Ayoub
Conflict Zones and Peacekeeping
Pakistan Declares “Open War” on Afghanistan After Deadly Cross-Border Strikes
Islamabad: Pakistan has declared what it called an “open war” against Afghanistan, launching air and drone strikes on multiple cities including Kabul following a surge
Conflict Zones and Peacekeeping
Somalia in Advanced Talks with Pakistan to Acquire 24 JF-17 Thunder Block III Fighter Jets in $900 Million Deal
Mogadishu: Somalia is reportedly in advanced negotiations with Pakistan to purchase 24 JF-17 Thunder Block III fighter jets in a defence agreement valued at approximately
Health and Environmental
Exclusive Interview of Minister of Health and Population Punjab Khuwaja Imran Nazir by Abdul Rafay Afzal
By Abdul Rafay Afzal (Editor in Chief – The Advocate Post) Punjab’s Healthcare Revolution: Turning Vision into Global Excellence Exclusive Interview of Hon. Khuwaja Imran
Geopolitics/Diplomatic news
Uzbekistan and Pakistan Set $2 Billion Trade Target After High-Level Talks in Islamabad
Islamabad: Uzbekistan and Pakistan have agreed to significantly expand bilateral cooperation and raise trade volume to $2 billion, following high-level talks during Uzbek President Shavkat
Health and Environmental
Beyond the Billion Trees: Can Pakistan’s Biodiversity Survive Without Strong Environmental Governance?
Introduction As dawn breaks over the Indus Delta, thousands of migratory birds descend upon shimmering wetlands while tangled mangrove forests stand as silent guardians between
