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There will be no compromise on peace, the families of the martyrs are promised that every drop of blood will be accounted for. Chief Minister Balochistan Anti-state elements will not be forgiven under any circumstances. Sarfaraz Bugti's conversation with the media  Quetta:(Special Correspondent) According to Global Times Media Europe, Chief Minister Balochistan Sarfaraz Bugti says that there will be no compromise on peace in Balochistan, the families of the martyrs are promised that every drop of blood will be accounted for. The Chief Minister Balochistan visited the site of the bomb blast in Quetta and reviewed the security situation. The Chief Minister praised the brave soldiers for the prompt and effective response of the police and CTD and said that the timely response against the terrorist elements is commendable, anti-state elements will not be forgiven under any circumstances, there will be no compromise on peace in Balochistan. The Chief Minister of Balochistan said that i...

Ikramuddin expresses grief over the demise of Azad Jammu and Kashmir President Barrister Sultan Mahmood. The people of Azad Jammu and Kashmir have lost an excellent and senior politician. Special Assistant to the Ministry of Overseas Affairs for Italy ITALY:(International Desk) According to Global Times Media Europe, Special Assistant to the Ministry of Overseas Affairs for Italy Ikramuddin said that he expressed his grief and condolences on the demise of Azad Jammu and Kashmir President Barrister Sultan Mahmood. He said that the people of Azad Jammu and Kashmir have lost an excellent and senior politician. His political and public services will always be remembered. He said that may Allah Almighty grant the deceased a high place in Paradise and grant patience to the bereaved family. Special Assistant to the Ministry of Overseas Affairs for Italy Ikramuddin said in his condolence message that in this hour of sorrow and grief, we are with the bereaved family. May Allah Almighty forgive ...

Iran signals readiness for energy co-op with US following sanctions removal. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Iran and the United States could establish cooperation in the energy sector if a nuclear agreement is reached and sanctions on Tehran are lifted, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated in an interview with The global times Europe media.I believe this could be one of the outcomes of the agreement. If we can resolve the nuclear issue, reach a new deal based on Iran's peaceful nuclear program, and sanctions are lifted, then conditions will be created for cooperation in the energy sector and for implementing projects based on common interests," Araghchi said.When asked whether Iran would rely on support from the "Axis of Resistance," including Hezbollah and Yemen's Houthis, in the event of an attack, Araghchi stressed that his country is capable of defending itself independently:We have the ability to defend oursel...

142 years pass since Mammad Amin Rasulzada's birth. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Today marks the birthday of Mammad Amin Rasulzada, who was a state and public figure of Azerbaijan, a politician and publicist, one of the founders of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic (1918-1920), and one of the leaders of the Azerbaijani political emigration.The global times Europe media reminds that 142 years have passed since the birth of Mammad Amin Rasulzada.He was born on January 31, 1884, in the Novkhani village of Baku. His father placed him in the second Russian-Muslim school directed by the famous educator Sultan Majid Ganizada, and after graduating from there, he continued his education in Russian at the Baku Technical School.In 1902, the 17-year-old M.A. Rasulzada created the Muslim Youth Organization. This was the first political organization in Azerbaijan in the 20th century that fought secretly against the Russian colonial administration.In the ...

Joint Military Cooperation Committee meeting between Azerbaijan and UAE held. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,The 1st meeting of the Joint Military Cooperation Committee (JMCC) between the Defense Ministries of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was held in Abu Dhabi.The Ministry of Defense told Report that at the event, the current state of military cooperation and prospects for its development between the defense authorities of the two countries were discussed, and a detailed exchange of views on a number of issues of mutual interest was held.In the end, the "Protocol of the meeting of the Joint Military Cooperation Committee between the Defense Ministries of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the UAE" was signed.

Armenian FM, EU Commissioner discuss Baku-Yerevan peace process. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan held talks with the EU Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, in Brussels, where the parties discussed the peace process between Baku and Yerevan, according to the Armenian Foreign Ministry, The global times Europe media.The agenda items of the EU-Armenia summit, which will take place in Yerevan in May, and upcoming high-level visits were discussed in detail. Mutual readiness to implement initiatives aimed at ensuring new tangible results was emphasized," the statement reads.It is also noted that the interlocutors emphasized mutual readiness for the practical implementation of initiatives aimed at achieving new tangible results in bilateral cooperation.During the meeting, Mirzoyan also expressed satisfaction with the EU Council's decision to allocate 20 million euros in aid to Armenia under the Europe...

Azerbaijan, UN discuss further cooperation within Framework Program. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Assistant to the President of Azerbaijan – Head of the Foreign Policy Affairs Department of the Presidential Administration Hikmat Hajiyev and the UN Acting Resident Coordinator in Azerbaijan Igor Garafulic discussed prospects for further cooperation under the new Framework Program for 2026–2030.The global times Europe media, the UN representative office in Azerbaijan said in a post on X that during the meeting, discussions were held on the further development of partnership within the new Framework Programme for Cooperation (2026–2030) and Azerbaijan's commitment to multilateral engagement.The entire UN team in Azerbaijan is fully committed to supporting Azerbaijan's national priorities in the field of sustainable development, the statement reads.

US revokes certificates for Canadian-made aircraft. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,US President Donald Trump has given Canada a new ultimatum and threatened the country with huge tariffs, The global times Europe media.Based on the fact that Canada has wrongfully, illegally, and steadfastly refused to certify the Gulfstream 500, 600, 700, and 800 Jets, one of the greatest, most technologically advanced airplanes ever made, we are hereby decertifying their Bombardier Global Expresses, and all Aircraft made in Canada, until such time as Gulfstream, a Great American Company, is fully certified, as it should have been many years ago. Further, Canada is effectively prohibiting the sale of Gulfstream products in Canada through this very same certification process. If, for any reason, this situation is not immediately corrected, I am going to charge Canada a 50% Tariff on any and all Aircraft sold into the United States of America. Thank you for your ...

Azerbaijan's Bayramov mulls tensions in region with Iran's Araghchi. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,The foreign ministers of Azerbaijan and Iran, Jeyhun Bayramov and Abbas Araghchi, have held a telephone conversation, The global times Europe media informs referring to the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry.During the conversation, the parties discussed the situation surrounding Iran.Jeyhun Bayramov expressed concern about tensions in the region and noted that Azerbaijan has always called on all parties to refrain from destructive steps and rhetoric that could destabilize the situation in or around Iran.It was noted that emerging issues should be resolved in accordance with the norms and principles of international law, through dialogue and diplomacy.It was especially emphasized that Azerbaijan will never allow any state to use its airspace or territory to conduct military operations against neighboring Iran or any other country.During the conver...

IAEA Board of Governors to hold extraordinary meeting on Ukraine. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,The Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency will hold an extraordinary meeting on Ukraine on Friday at the initiative of the governor from the Netherlands, Russian Permanent Representative to Vienna-based international organizations, Mikhail Ulyanov said on Telegram, The global times Europe media.It isn't quite clear what is the reason for the urgency, but for sure, the Dutch colleagues will explain it," Ulyanov said.

US, South Korea end first day of talks without agreement.  International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,The United States and South Korea did not reach a conclusion in the first day of face-to-face talks on trade issues, according to the Yonhap News Agency, after US President Donald Trump threatened to raise tariffs on the country's goods, The global times Europe media.South Korea's Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan, who visited the US Department of Commerce in Washington for talks, said he will meet Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick again tomorrow, according to Yonhap.The Industry Ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment.Trump complained on social media on Monday that South Korea's parliament has not passed bills to enact a trade deal which was agreed last year, and vowed to increase duties on autos and other goods.The remarks appeared to catch Seoul by surprise and left officials scrambling to assure the US it remained commit...

Prof. Dr. Hassan Sher, Vice Chancellor University of Swat chaired the 15th meeting of the Academic Council, University of Swat SWAT:(Special Representative) According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Prof. Dr. Hassan Sher, Vice Chancellor, University of Swat, presided over the 15th meeting of the Academic Council, underscoring his continued leadership and commitment to academic excellence, good governance, and institutional development. The meeting was attended by Deans, along with Heads of various teaching and administrative units of the University.During the meeting, key academic and administrative matters were deliberated, including the reconstitution of statutory bodies in line with the University of Swat Statutes 2025, establishment of an independent Faculty of Management Sciences, implementation of Senate resolutions on interfaith harmony and minority rights in education, approval of the draft Annual Report 2024–25, policies related to question bank development for external exa...

“Her Rise 2026” Held at Business Incubation Center, University of Peshawar to Promote Gender Equality and Entrepreneurship. Peshawar:(Special Representative) According to Global times News Agancy Europe, Secretary Higher Education Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Muhammad Israr, was the chief guest at “Her Rise 2026 – An Innovation of Opportunity”, organized at the Business Incubation Center (BIC), University of Peshawar. Speaking at the event, the Secretary emphasized the need to provide equal opportunities to students, particularly women, and highlighted the role of business incubation in driving economic growth, as seen in European countries. He stressed the importance of introducing strong incubation models in universities to empower youth through innovation and entrepreneurship.Vice Chancellor University of Peshawar, Prof.Dr. Johar Ali, stated that the initiative aims to promote gender equality, encourage commercialization, and provide students with platforms to transform innovativ...

Former Senate Chairman Syed Nayyar Hussain Bukhari meets with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi. The meeting discussed the party’s organizational matters and other issues of mutual interest. Islamabad:(Reporter Javed Iqbal) According to Global Times Media Europe, Pakistan People’s Party Central Secretary General, former Senate Chairman Syed Nayyar Hussain Bukhari met with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi. The meeting held at the Governor House, Islamabad, discussed the law and order situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the political situation and especially the problems of the victims of the Tirah operation. Syed Nayyar Hussain Bukhari appreciated and paid tribute to the provision of assistance to the Tirah victims through the Red Crescent under the patronage and instructions of Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, and raised the voice of the Tirah victims at every forum. The meeting discussed the party’s organizational matters and other issues of mutual interest. ...

Flight operations between Pakistan and Bangladesh began today. The resumption of direct flights after a gap of 14 years is an important milestone in strengthening ties and bilateral relations between the two countries. Dhaka(International News Desk)According to Global times News Agancy Europe, January 29, 2026: Direct flight operations between Pakistan and Bangladesh commenced today as Biman Bangladesh Airlines launched its inaugural flight from Dhaka to Karachi. The resumption of the direct flight after a hiatus of 14 years marks a significant milestone in strengthening connectivity and bilateral engagement between the two countries.  The fully packed inaugural flight departed from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Dhaka, for Jinnah International Airport, Karachi. The flight was seen off by Honorable Adviser for Civil Aviation and Tourism, H.E. Sk. Bashir Uddin; High Commissioner of Pakistan to Bangladesh, Mr. Imran Haider; Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism; ...

Pakistan, Iran emphasize importance of dialogue for regional stability. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian discussed developments in the Middle East and expressed their intention to continue diplomatic dialogue, The global times Europe media.Following the meeting, Shehbaz Sharif wrote in a post on X:Spoke with my brother President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran today.We exchanged views on the evolving regional situation and agreed that sustained dialogue and diplomatic engagement are vital for peace, security, and development in our region.We also reaffirmed our commitment to further strengthening Pakistan–Iran fraternal ties through regular high-level engagement and institutional cooperation."

Denmark's King Frederik to visit Greenland in February. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Denmark's King Frederik will travel to Greenland during the week starting February 16, he told journalists on Thursday, The global times Europe media.I look forward to travel to Greenland," the king told reporters while on a trip to Lithuania.

EU announces €153M in humanitarian aid to Ukraine, Moldova. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,The European Commission is announcing €153 million in emergency aid to Ukraine and refugee-hosting Moldova, as millions Ukrainians face freezing temperatures without power under sustained Russian bombardment of energy infrastructure, The global  times Europe media informs referring to the European Commission website.Responding to the urgent needs, the EU is allocating an initial €145 million in humanitarian aid for Ukraine to provide protection assistance, shelter, food, cash assistance, psychosocial support, and access to water and health services. Another €8 million in Moldova will support hosting Ukrainian refugees who have fled the war.After more than a decade of hostilities and almost four years of full-scale war, the people of Ukraine continue to endure immense suffering. Daily civilian casualties, widespread infrastructure destruction, and ma...

European Commission presents EU's first visa policy strategy. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,For the first time in European Union (EU) history, the European Commission (EC) has presented a visa policy strategy aimed at strengthening security, enhancing the competitiveness of the economy, and adapting to increasing mobility and geopolitical challenges, Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice-President of the EC for Technological Sovereignty, Security, and Democracy, stated at a press conference in Brussels, The global times Europe media.The strategy aims to make Europe safer by strengthening initial security checks, more attractive for talents and investors, and more efficient by modernizing visa procedures," she stated.Virkkunen emphasized that the EC prepared the strategy in close cooperation with EU member states.

Putin thanks UAE for organizing Russia-US-Ukraine talks. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Russia is grateful to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for organizing trilateral talks between Russia, the United States, and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi, President Vladimir Putin stated during his meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, The global times Europe media.Putin also highlighted the UAE's contribution to the exchange of detainees between Russia and Ukraine.For his part, President Al Nahyan emphasized that the UAE supports all decisions aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine through political and diplomatic means.

PM: Lithuania will use funds from EU loan to strengthen air defense. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Lithuania will prioritize investing in air defense reinforcement when allocating money from the 6.3 billion euro loan provided by the EU, Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė told to journalists, The global times Europe media.The prime minister stressed that air defense is an undoubted priority.The head of government noted that the matter has been coordinated with military command: "At the end of last year, we discussed everything in detail and outlined our strategic directions for air defense.Earlier Lithuania received a 6.3 billion euro loan by decision of the European Commission as part of the EU military program SAFE (Security Action for Europe).

Ambassador: Baku, Sarajevo can cooperate on projects in liberated territories. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Azerbaijan's projects related to construction and restoration work in liberated territories may become some of the most significant areas of cooperation with Bosnia and Herzegovina, Azerbaijani Ambassador to Bosnia and Herzegovina Vilayat Guliyev said in an interview with The global times Europe media.Following the end of nearly 30 years of occupation of its territories, including Karabakh and East Zangezur, Azerbaijan has launched one of the largest reconstruction and rehabilitation programs in the region. As President Ilham Aliyev has repeatedly emphasized, entire cities and villages that were completely destroyed during the occupation are now being rebuilt from scratch based on the concepts of "smart cities" and "smart villages." Massive investments are being made in transport infrastructure, energy networks, hou...

Iran open to talks with US, if they are 'genuine' — Iranian parliament speaker International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Tehran is open to talks with the US administration, if Washington is really ready for a dialogue on a potential deal, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said, The Global times Europe media.If these are genuine talks to reach a deal within the framework of international regulations, then yes. But that's not the kind of talks the US president [Donald Trump] is after. He just wants to impose his will on others," he said in an interview with Global times Europe media.In my opinion, if Trump is really honest, is seeking peace and wants to have a Nobel Peace Prize, he needs to go toward real peace and his first actions must be to get free of the warmongers and those seeking Iran's submission," he said. "Maybe Mr. Trump can start a war, but he doesn't have control over the end. Thousands of Amer...

S. Korean ministers head to Washington to discuss bilateral trade. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,South Korean Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan has arrived in Washington, D.C., to meet US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and discuss bilateral trade issues following President Donald Trump's announcement of plans to raise import tariffs on South Korea, officials said Thursday, The global times Europe media.The visit comes as Trump announced earlier this week that he will raise "reciprocal" tariffs and auto duties on Korea back to 25 percent, citing Seoul's lack of progress in the legislative process in ratifying a tariff deal between the two countries, which was finalized in October.Minister Kim told reporters upon arriving in the US capital that he will meet with Lutnick on Thursday (US time) to call for a "favorable" resolution to the ongoing situation and explain Korea's past efforts to uphold the trade deal.As far...

Starmer calls talks with Xi Jinping constructive and productive.  International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Relations between the UK and China are in a good and stable state, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer made this statement following his talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, The global times Europe media.Starmer addressed the issue when talking about other areas of discussion, including illegal migration and trade.He said: "We made some really good progress on tariffs for whisky, on visa-free travel to China and on information exchange and cooperation on irregular migration, focusing particularly on small boats and engine parts.So a very good constructive meeting with real outcomes and that's very much in our national interest.Asked by broadcasters for more information, the prime minister said: "We've agreed that, on tariffs for whisky, we're looking at how they're to be reduced, what the timeframe is; visa-free travel, how far...

Pakistan and Iran discuss situation in Middle East. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, discussing the situation in the Middle East region, the Pakistani Foreign Ministry wrote on X, The global times Europe media.DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar spoke today with Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi. DPM/FM expressed concern over the evolving regional situation, and underscored that dialogue & diplomacy remain the only viable way forward. Both leaders agreed to remain in close contact," reads the post.

Lithuania allocates more than 14.5 million euros for restoration of Ukraine. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,The Lithuanian government today approved four projects aimed at the restoration of Ukraine, which will be financed from the Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid Fund,The global times Europe media.The cost of the projects will exceed 14.5 million euros.According to the proposal of the Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 5 million euros will be allocated for the implementation of the first phase of the "Schools of the Future in Ukraine" project. Of this amount, 500,000 euros will come from Ireland's targeted contribution to the fund. The first phase will include the technical design of a school in Zhytomyr, which was destroyed in 2023 during Russian attacks, and the construction of an underground multifunctional shelter.The first stage is planned to be implemented within 18 months.In addition, another 5 million euros ...

Kallas: Europe should strengthen its role in NATO. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,NATO needs to become more European, and the EU should become more independent in the security sphere, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallus said at the annual conference of the European Defence Agency (EDA), The global times Europe media.Europe is no longer Washington's primary center of gravity. The shift has been ongoing for a while. It is structural, not temporary. But especially now, as the US sets its sights abroad and beyond Europe, NATO needs to become more European to maintain its strength. And for that, Europe must act. For example, we need to ensure that our security and defence initiatives remain complementary to NATO. For this, the ball is also in NATO's court. If we want to use EU instruments such as our budgetary and regulatory power to support and enable NATO, we have to know what these needs and targets are," she added.In short, we need to ...

US Congressional Staff delegation to engage with Georgian leaders, communities. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,A US Congressional Staff delegation is set to hold meetings across Georgia, The global times Europe media.According to a statement from the US Embassy in Georgia, the delegation will engage with both government officials and opposition leaders.We are pleased to host a Congressional Staff delegation in Georgia. As part of their regional visit, they will meet with Georgian officials and opposition figures, and visit the IDP settlement in Tserovani to gain insight into the current situation," the US Embassy stated.

Netanyahu vows to retaliate possible Iranian attack with unprecedented force.  International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,If attacked by Iran, Israel will retaliate with the force that Tehran has not seen before, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said at a news conference aired by local television, The global times Europe media.If Iran makes a serious mistake of attacking Israel, we will respond with the force that Iran has never seen before," he said, claiming that in the summer of 2025, his country "has dealt a serious blow to Iran and its satellites.Now, the Iranian axis is trying to recover, but Israel will not let that happen," the Israeli premier added.

Azerbaijan, Jordan mull prospects for development of bilateral relations. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Azerbaijan's ambassador to Jordan Shahin Abdullayev discussed prospects for the development of bilateral relations with Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Al Safadi, The global times Europe media.During the meeting, prospects for the future development of bilateral relations between Azerbaijan and Jordan were discussed," the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Amman said in apost on X.

Selçuk Bayraktaroğlu discusses regional issues with US admiral. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,The Chief of General Staff of the Turkish Armed Forces, Selçuk Bayraktaroğlu, had a telephone conversation with the Chief Admiral of the US Central Command, Brad Cooper, The global  times Europe media informs with reference to the Turkish Armed Forces.During the conversation, bilateral relations and regional issues were discussed.

Dr. Wasi ullah is a very professional, honest and principled person.Public Opinion Since Dr. Wasiullah has taken charge of Tehsil Headquarters Shabqadar Hospital, there has been a clear improvement. Area elders talk to the media   Charsadda(Special Correspondent) According to Global Times Media Europe, it is an undeniable fact that District Health Officer Charsadda and Medical Superintendent Tehsil Headquarters Hospital Shabqadar, Dr. Wasiullah is a very professional, honest and principled person. Since he has taken charge of Tehsil Headquarters Shabqadar Hospital, there has been a clear improvement in the hospital's system, cleanliness, discipline and patient facilities. Unfortunately, when an officer stands against the wrong system, corruption and mafia culture, some vested interests start negative propaganda against him. Dr.Wasiullah has also challenged the interests of some such elements, which is why baseless things are being spread against him. The public should ign...

Inspector General of Prisons Rehan Gul Khattak visited District Jail Kohat. During the visit, he inaugurated several important projects related to the welfare and improvement of the conditions of prisoners. PESHAWAR:(Special Representative)According to Global times News Agancy Europe,The Inspector General of Prisons, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mr. Rehan Gul Khattak, paid a comprehensive visit to District Jail Kohat. During the visit, he inaugurated several important welfare- and reform-oriented initiatives, including the newly constructed Jail Hospital, the newly established Drug Rehabilitation Centre, a Video Link Facility for court productions, as well as the newly established Library and Chakkar Office.The Inspector General of Prisons, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, also kindly received applications from both jail staff and inmates and assured them that all genuine issues would be addressed and resolved at the earliest. In addition, the Worthy Inspector General planted two mature olive saplings withi...

Speaker of Azerbaijani parliament visiting UAE. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Speaker of the Milli Majlis (Parliament) of Azerbaijan, Sahiba Gafarova, is on a working visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to participate in the 2nd Session of the Women Parliamentary Forum of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean (PAM), the Milli Majlis's Press and Public Relations Department told The global times Europe media.At Abu Dhabi International Airport, the parliamentary delegation led by the Speaker Gafarova was welcomed by Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the UAE Federal National Council, Maryam bin Theneya, Deputy Speaker of the Federal National Council and Chair of PAM's Women Parliamentary Forum, Elchin Baghirov, Azerbaijan's Ambassador to the UAE, as well as other officials.During the visit, Sahiba Gafarova is expected to deliver a speech at the session of PAM's Women Parliamentary Forum and hold a number of meetings.

Kazakhstan, Israel sign memorandum on visa-free travel. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe'The foreign ministers of Kazakhstan and Israel, Yermek Kosherbayev and Gideon Sa'ar, respectively, signed a number of bilateral documents in Astana following negotiations, The GlobaltimesEurope.Among the signed documents are a memorandum of intent to conclude an agreement on mutual exemption from visa requirements, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in the field of public diplomacy, as well as a document providing for mutual cooperation in the training of diplomatic personn.The signing of these agreements is aimed at further developing bilateral relations between Kazakhstan and Israel, expanding humanitarian and diplomatic ties, and simplifying contacts between the citizens of the two countries.

India to expand joint defense production with European Union. International News Desk According to Global times News Agancy Europe,India and the European Union (EU) have signed an agreement on partnership in the field of security and defense, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, The Global times Europe media.He made the announcement at a press conference following the visit of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa to New Delhi.Modi noted that New Delhi plans to expand joint defense production: "This will also reaffirm our shared commitment to a rules-based international order and allow us to broaden the scope of our cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.The prime minister also stated that, amid global instability, the partnership between the EU and India could serve as a stabilizing factor in the international system.This agreement is the first comprehensive document between the two sides in the field of defense and s...

EU keeps focus on minority rights in India. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,The European Union (EU) continues to remain committed to human rights, including the rights of national minorities, Paula Pinho, Chief Spokesperson of the European Commission, stated at a briefing, The global times Europe media.While responding to a question about the EU's concerns regarding minority rights in India, she highlighted that this also applies to India, with which the EU signed a number of cooperation documents today.The EU, as in all countries, closely monitors the human rights situation in India. We maintain engagement with the Indian authorities and civil society," Pinho noted.The spokesperson added that the main platform for discussing such issues has been the EU–India Human Rights Dialogue.She stated that the most recent meeting within this framework was held in January 2025, and the next one is planned for April–May this year.

The candidates supported by the Gujjar group, the president and general secretary, the joint secretary, were elected unopposed.  Islamabad:(Special Representative)According to Global times News Agancy Europe,The lively public voice of the beloved Pakistanis abroad, the President of the Overseas Pakistani Lawyer Wing of England, Overseas Barrister Chaudhry Hasnain Rashid Gujjar Advocate, has said that the end is what God wills, from where the charity of the five holy ones is obtained without election, if this is not the special grace of Allah, then what else is it? Our opponents should realize their status and negative thinking. When Allah wants, what does He do to the elephant people through Ababeel, who were proud of their power and were claiming to win the election through verbal claims, they were given food in their mouths. By the grace of Allah, the Gujjar group, which He stands up and succeeds even without a contest. All this is a charity of the grace of my Lord and the servi...

European Commission approves second wave of SAFE defence funding for eight Member States. International News Desk According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Following the approval of the first wave of defence funding, the European Commission has cleared a second group of national defence plans under the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative, marking another major step in making the Union safer, The global times Europe media informs referring to the European Commission's website.The Commission submitted a proposal to the Council to approve financial assistance for Estonia, Greece, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia and Finland.This decision follows a rigorous assessment of the countries' National Defence Investment Plans under the SAFE initiative. The Commission is opening the door for the first wave of low-cost, long-term loans to be released, allowing these nations to urgently scale up their military readiness and acquire needed modern defence equipment. The f...

A ceremony was organized in Barcelona in honor of Federal Law Minister Chaudhry Azam Nazir Tarar and OPF Chairman Syed Qamar Raza. Ambassador of Pakistan Dr. Zahoor Ahmed, Consul General Barcelona of Pakistan Murad Ali Wazir and others were specially present at the ceremony. Barcelona:(International Desk) According to Global Times Media Europe, Chaudhry Amanat Hussain Mehr, Chaudhry Ashfaq Baghanwala and Chaudhry Work organized a ceremony in honor of Federal Minister for Law and Human Rights Chaudhry Azam Nazir Tarar, OPF Chairman Syed Qamar Raza. The ceremony was specially attended by Ambassador of Pakistan Dr. Zahoor Ahmed, Consul General Barcelona of Pakistan Murad Ali Wazir, Member Pakistan Bar Council Chaudhry Ahsan Bhawan and Chaudhry Sajid Tarar. A number of prominent business and political figures from Spain also participated in the ceremony.

I congratulate Rehan Gul Khattak on his appointment as IG Prisons. Ikramuddin  The appointment of Rehan Gul Khattak as IG Prisons Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is a great decision. Special Assistant, Ministry of Overseas for Italy ITALY:(International Desk) According to Global Times Media Europe, Special Assistant, Ministry of Overseas for Italy, Ikramuddin said that I congratulate Rehan Gul Khattak on his appointment as Inspector General of Prisons Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and express my best wishes for him. He said that the appointment of Rehan Gul Khattak as Inspector General of Prisons Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is a great decision. He said that we hope that the newly appointed Inspector General of Prisons Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Rehan Khan Khattak, will take steps for the improvement of prisons and will play a key role in providing the best facilities to the prisoners in the prisons so that their legitimate problems and difficulties can be resolved quickly.

Dr. Alamzaib Khan Mohmand attended the Fateha prayer of the sister of Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah. On this occasion, Pakistan Peoples Party leader Dr. Alamzaib Mohmand expressed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family PESHAWAR:(Special Correspondent) According to Global Times Media Europe, Pakistan Peoples Party leader and former Director General Livestock Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Dr. Alamzaib Mohmand attended the Fateha prayer of the sister of Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Shahab Ali Shah. On this occasion, Pakistan Peoples Party leader and former Director General Livestock Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Dr. Alamzaib Mohmand expressed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. He said that may Allah Almighty grant the deceased forgiveness and grant patience to the bereaved family. He added that we share with the bereaved family and Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Shahab Ali Shah in this hour of sorrow and grief.

UNDP launches new $100M program in Armenia. International News Desk According to Global times News Agancy Europe,The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is launching a new cooperation program in Armenia for 2026–2030 with a total budget of $100 million, according to Natia Natsvlishvili, UNDP's Resident Representative in Armenia, Report informs via local media outlets.Natsvlishvili stated that the new program was prepared following consultations with the Armenian government:This program covers socio-economic development, democratic governance, economic growth, combating climate change, gender equality, and innovation.

FM: Hungary to challenge REPowerEU plan at EU Court of Justice. International News Desk According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Hungary will file a lawsuit with the Court of Justice of the European Union (EU) immediately after the REPowerEU decision – envisaging a complete rejection of Russian gas – is published, Péter Szijjártó, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary, wrote on X, The global times Europe media.Hungary will take legal action before the Court of Justice of the EU as soon as the decision on REPowerEU is officially published. We will use every legal means to have it annulled.The REPowerEU plan is based on a legal trick, presenting a sanctions measure as a trade policy decision in order to avoid unanimity.This goes completely against the EU's own rules. The Treaties are clear: decisions on the energy mix are a national competence.Banning Hungary from buying oil and gas from Russia goes against our national interest and would significantly increase energy ...

EU, India to sign security and defense partnership agreement. International News Desk According to Global times News Agancy Europe,The European Union (EU) and India will sign a partnership agreement on security and defense at the 16th summit to be held in New Delhi on January 27, Kaja Kallas, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, wrote on X, The global times Europe media.There is strong momentum for closer cooperation with India, and we are seizing it. It is a pleasure to be in New Delhi today and an honour to attend the Republic Day celebration. As a symbol of our deepening bond, personnel from our EU naval operations, Atalanta and Aspides, are taking part in the parade for the first time.Tomorrow, at the Summit, we will take our relationship forward by signing the EU–India Security and Defence Partnership. This will deliver concrete results in areas such as maritime security, cybersecurity, and counterterrorism," reads the post.

Kobakhidze: Georgia working on projects for customs checkpoints with Azerbaijan, Armenia International News Desk According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Georgia is actively working on joint customs checkpoint projects with Azerbaijan and Armenia, Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze said at an event marking International Customs Day, The global times Europe media.He stated that these projects are a successful example of regional cooperation and serve to further expand the country's transit and logistics potential.With the support of the Asian Development Bank, work is actively underway on joint customs checkpoint projects with Azerbaijan and Armenia. This is a clear example of regional cooperation," the head of government noted.Kobakhidze also emphasized that Georgia has successfully implemented a new computerized transit system compatible with European Union systems. Thanks to a single declaration and a single guarantee, it ensures the seamless movement of goods within the E...

I express my condolences on the death of the sister of Chief Secretary KP Shahab Ali Shah. Ikramuddin May Allah Almighty forgive the deceased and grant patience to the bereaved family. Special Assistant to the Ministry of Overseas for Italy  ITALY:(International Desk) According to Global Times Media Europe, Special Assistant to the Ministry of Overseas for Italy Ikramuddin said that I express my condolences and condolences on the death of the sister of Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Shahab Ali Shah. He said that the world is mortal and every human being needs good deeds because good deeds are a means of forgiveness. He said that may Allah Almighty grant the deceased a high place in Paradise and grant patience to the bereaved family. Special Assistant to the Ministry of Overseas for Italy Ikramuddin said in his condolence statement that in this hour of sorrow and grief, we are with the bereaved family and Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah. He added that may Allah forgive the decea...

Former Federal Minister Anwar Saifullah Khan telephoned Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah. Expressed deep sorrow and grief over the death of Shahab Ali Shah’s sister. ISLAMABAD:(Special Correspondent) According to Global Times Media Europe, former Federal Minister Salim Saifullah Khan, Anwar Saifullah Khan and Humayun Saifullah Khan expressed deep sorrow and grief over the death of Shahab Ali Shah, Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s sister. And made a telephone call to the deceased’s brother Shahab Ali Shah. In their condolence statement, the Saifullah brothers prayed that Allah Almighty grant the deceased a high place in Paradise. And grant patience to her family and may Allah Almighty forgive them.

Mirzoyan to leave for Strasbourg today. International News Desk  According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan will pay a working visit to Strasbourg from January 26 to 28, The global times Europe media.The visit includes events marking the 25th anniversary of Armenia's membership in the Council of Europe.On January 28, Mirzoyan will deliver a speech at a session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe.The visit's program also includes bilateral meetings with government officials.