Ahsan Iqbal to represent Pakistan in Bangladesh Cabinet’s oath-taking
- 16-Feb-2026
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal will represent Pakistan in the oath taking ceremony of the newly elected Bangladesh government. The foreign office spokesman here said that the prime minister could not attend the inauguration ceremony owing to his overseas engagements. The Chief Election Commissioner of Bangladesh will administer oath to the […]
FO addresses controversy surrounding woman seated behind Khawaja Asif at UNSC
- 27-Sep-2025
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday took notice of Shama Junejo’s presence behind Defence Minister Khawaja Asif in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), following public criticism on social media. Khawaja Asif had addressed a UNSC session, during which Shama Junejo was seen seated directly behind him. Her appearance sparked backlash online, with […]
Pakistan slams Narendra Modi’s recent hate-filled, violent remarks
- 27-May-2025
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has strongly condemned recent remarks by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, terming them “hate-filled and violent.” In a statement issued by the Foreign Office spokesperson, Pakistan declared that such comments not only defy diplomatic norms but also violate the principles of the United Nations. “The statement by Prime Minister Modi reflects a reckless […]
Pakistan concerned over US weapons left in Afghanistan: FO
- 28-Feb-2025
The Foreign Office on Friday said Pakistan remains concerned over the weapons left by the US in Afghanistan. At his weekly news briefing in Islamabad, Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan said these sophisticated weapons are being used by terrorists for attacks inside Pakistan. He said we have impressed upon the international community and Afghan […]
Pakistan terms US sanctions on missile programme as ‘biased’
- 19-Dec-2024
Pakistan has termed the US decision to impose sanctions on NDC and three commercial entities as “unfortunate and biased” said it defied the objective of peace and security. “Pakistan considers the US decision to impose sanctions on NDC and three commercial entities as unfortunate and biased,” according to a Foreign Office statement issued on late […]
FO reacts to ‘arrest’ of ex-PTI MNA Faheem Khan in Saudi Arabia
- 29-Aug-2024
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Office (FO) of Pakistan on Thursday reacted to the news of ex-PTI MNA, Faheem Khan’s ‘arrest’ in Saudi Arabia. Responding to a question regarding the ‘arrest’ of Faheem Khan, FO Spokesperson, Mumtaz Zehra Baloch said Pakistani citizens must abide by the law of the country they visit. Your question is outdated, he is […]
FO says in touch with US over Pakistani man charged in ‘assassination plot’
- 07-Aug-2024
ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office said on Wednesday it was in touch with the United States authorities after reports emerged that a Pakistani national allegedly charged in the US in connection with a foiled plot to assassinate an American politician or government officials. “We have seen the media reports. We are in touch with the US […]
FO rubbishes reports of IAEA delegation’s visit to Pakistan
- 15-Mar-2024
ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office (FO) on Friday rubbished reports of the visit of a high-level delegation of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to Pakistan, ARY News reported. Addressing the matter in a post on X, FO spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said: “Stories regarding the visit of a high-level IAEA delegation to Pakistan are fake […]
Durable, sustained Gaza ceasefire critical for relief to Palestinians: FO
- 23-Nov-2023
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch on Thursday said that like the rest of the world, Pakistan impatiently awaited the truce expected to come into effect on Friday and that a durable and sustained ceasefire was critical for bringing the much-needed relief to the Palestinian people. “Like the rest of the world, Pakistan impatiently […]
Repatriation of illegal immigrants to continue without any reconsideration: FO
- 02-Nov-2023
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Thursday calling the policy on repatriation of illegal foreigners consistent with domestic laws and international norms, reiterated that the process would continue in an orderly and phased manner without any reconsideration. “The policy is very clear… Individuals who are illegals, who do not possess legal documents, who have overstayed their visas will […]