Reko Diq Financing Signals Pakistan’s Economic Gamble

Pakistan’s flagship copper‑gold mining project at Reko Diq has secured a major portion of its debt financing, with international lenders and export credit agencies stepping in to support the $7.7 billion venture. Officials expect financial close in early December, paving the way for accelerated construction and long‑term economic benefits for Balochistan and the country.

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Reaffirm Strategic Military Partnership

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has pledged to further strengthen Pakistan’s historic brotherly relations with Saudi Arabia, covering economy, defense, and security. His remarks came during a meeting with General Fayyad bin Hamid Al‑Ruwaily, Chief of General Staff of the Saudi Armed Forces, in Islamabad.

Peshawar FC Headquarters Attack: Timeline of Events and Official Response

Militants launched a deadly assault on the Federal Constabulary Headquarters in Peshawar’s Saddar area on Monday morning, killing three FC personnel and injuring several others. Police say a suicide bomber detonated explosives at the main gate, followed by two armed attackers who were shot dead in a gun battle. Officials confirmed that the attackers’ plan to take hostages was foiled, while Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Chief Minister Sohail Afridi praised the swift response of security forces and vowed to strengthen…

Fawad Chaudhry Urges Dialogue, Links Stability to Afridi’s Role

Senior politician Fawad Chaudhry has urged Islamabad and Rawalpindi to engage positively with Sohail Afridi, arguing that constructive dialogue could help stabilize Pakistan’s political environment. He emphasized Afridi’s balanced approach, the importance of constitutional pathways, and the need to move toward Imran Khan’s release.