PIA’s Inaugural Direct Flight to Paris Set to Boost Revenue

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) expects to generate over Rs107 million in revenue from its inaugural direct flight to Paris, scheduled for January 10. The flight will depart Islamabad at 12:10 pm, signaling the return of the Paris route after a four-and-a-half-year break. The suspension came after the European Union imposed a ban on PIA flights …

Shocking Claims on Food Quality in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Senator Aimal Wali Khan made alarming claims about food safety during a Senate Standing Committee meeting on National Food Security. The Awami National Party (ANP) senator alleged that plastic rice and meat from donkeys, dogs, and frogs were being sold in Pakistan. He also cited a report stating that only 22% of milk sold …

EU Research Funding Boosts Israeli Military Ties Amid Gaza War

Despite international outrage over the ongoing war in Gaza, the European Union (EU) continues to fund Israeli military and research institutions, including organizations tied to military projects. Under the EU’s Horizon research programs, Israel has received over €238 million ($250 million) since October 7, when the war began. This funding includes €640,000 ($674,000) for Israel …

EU Considers Ban and Suspension Over Israeli Violations

Brussels: The foreign ministers of the European Union (EU) are set to discuss proposals to ban imports from illegal Israeli settlements and suspend political dialogue with Israel. The move follows growing concerns over Israel’s actions in Gaza and Lebanon, which the EU claims violate international law. EU foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, announced the proposed measures …

EU Removes Pakistan from High Risk Countries List, Naveed Qamar

On March 15th, 2023, the European Union announced that Pakistan had been removed from its List of High Risk Third Countries. This move followed concerted efforts by Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Commerce Minister Syed Naveed Qamar. The announcement has significant implications for businesses and individuals in Pakistan, as well as for EU …

The Historic Trade-free deal between UK and EU

Karachi: The UK and the USA were reached Thursday, less than a week before the UK is due to leave the EU’s trade rules. After nearly years of talk, the UK and the European Union have struck a free trade deal. Both sides will cooperate on key issues including security, travel, and climate change and …

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