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Arab News
3 days ago
- Business
- Arab News
Pakistan's deputy PM says Islamabad to appoint envoy to Kabul, signaling thaw in ties
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said on Friday Islamabad would upgrade diplomatic relations with neighboring Afghanistan by appointing an ambassador in Kabul in a bid to deepen engagement between the two neighboring countries. The move comes amid long-running tensions, with Pakistan repeatedly accusing the Afghan Taliban administration of 'facilitating' cross-border attacks by militant groups such as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA). Kabul has denied the allegations, insisting Pakistan's security challenges are its internal issue. Relations have further deteriorated in recent years after Islamabad launched a nationwide deportation drive targeting undocumented foreigners, the majority of whom are Afghan nationals. Pakistani authorities also maintained that some of them were linked to a spate of militant attacks in the country including suicide bombings. Despite the strains, both countries have sought to improve ties in recent months. Dar led a delegation to Kabul in April and later participated in trilateral talks involving Chinese and Afghan foreign ministers in Beijing earlier this month. 'Pakistan-Afghanistan relations are on [a] positive trajectory after my very productive visit to Kabul with Pakistan delegation on 19th April 2025,' he said in a post on social media platform X. 'To maintain this momentum, I am pleased to announce the decision of the Government of Pakistan to upgrade the level of its Chargé d'Affaires in Kabul to the level of Ambassador.' 'I am confident this step would further contribute towards enhanced engagement, deepen Pak-Afghan cooperation in economic, security, CT [counterterrorism] & trade areas and promote further exchanges between two fraternal countries,' he added. Pakistan-Afghanistan relations are on positive trajectory after my very productive visit to Kabul with Pakistan delegation on 19th April 2025. To maintain this momentum, I am pleased to announce the decision of the Government of Pakistan to upgrade the level of its Chargé… — Ishaq Dar (@MIshaqDar50) May 30, 2025 The announcement comes after the recent trilateral meeting in Beijing, where Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said both Pakistan and Afghanistan had 'clearly expressed' a willingness to elevate diplomatic ties, according to an official statement. At the same meeting, the three countries also agreed to expand cooperation under China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), including the extension of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to Afghanistan. The BRI — China's multi-trillion-dollar infrastructure plan — aims to build land and maritime trade routes linking Asia with Africa and Europe. CPEC, considered the flagship of the initiative, includes over $60 billion in Chinese investments in Pakistan's energy, transport, and industrial sectors. It remains unclear who will be Pakistan's new envoy to Kabul or when the appointment will take effect.
CNA
5 days ago
- Business
- CNA
Indonesia and France deepen defence, trade ties as Prabowo hosts Macron
Indonesia and France have deepened ties across several sectors, particularly in defence — where a preliminary agreement could pave the way for new military equipment orders from Paris. French President Emmanuel Macron is in Jakarta to commemorate 75 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Mr Macron is the first head of state from the European Union to make an official visit to Indonesia since President Prabowo Subianto took office. Saifulbahri Ismail reports.
Reuters
5 days ago
- General
- Reuters
Indonesia ready to start diplomatic ties with Israel if Palestinian state given independence, Prabowo says
JAKARTA, May 28 (Reuters) - Indonesia, the world's largest Muslim-majority country, is willing to recognise and open diplomatic relations with Israel if an independent Palestinian state is recognised by Tel Aviv, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said on Wednesday. Standing alongside visiting French President Emmanuel Macron, Prabowo said Israel's security needs to be guaranteed, and that France would also continue to support steps towards independence for a Palestinian state. Indonesia does not recognise or share any diplomatic relations with Israel.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
PM Wong meets leaders from Kuwait, Malaysia and Indonesia on sidelines of Asean Summit
KUALA LUMPUR – Prime Minister Lawrence Wong met the leaders of Kuwait, Malaysia and Indonesia on the sidelines of the 46th Asean Summit on May 26. The summit, held in Malaysia's capital of Kuala Lumpur, brought together Asean leaders for discussions. They will also have meetings with the Gulf Cooperation Council and China on May 27. In a post on his social media pages, PM Wong said that he met the Crown Prince of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Sabah. Singapore and Kuwait are marking 40 years of diplomatic ties in 2025. Singapore appreciates Kuwait's longstanding provision of religious education scholarships to Singaporeans, which began in 1980, said PM Wong. He added that Singapore is also honoured to support the training of Kuwaiti civil servants, and looks forward to building stronger people-to-people ties and economic cooperation. In a separate post, PM Wong said he met Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on the sidelines of the Asean Summit. He congratulated Datuk Seri Anwar on chairing a successful summit, and described Malaysia as an energetic and effective Asean chair. Both leaders took stock of bilateral issues and reaffirmed their commitment to working together to advance Asean integration efforts. He added that he looks forward to welcoming Mr Anwar to Singapore later this week, when he will deliver a special address at the Shangri-La Dialogue. The event, widely regarded as Asia's premier defence and security summit, will take place from May 30 to June 1. Separately, PM Wong met Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. In a post on his social media accounts, PM Wong said they discussed global and regional developments, stressing the importance of a strong and united Asean in 'these turbulent times'. He also noted that both countries look forward to closer bilateral cooperation, highlighting that the longstanding relationship between Singapore and Indonesia has served as an anchor of stability against geopolitical headwinds. Source: The Straits Times © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction Discover how to enjoy other premium articles here
Asharq Al-Awsat
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Arab Parliament Condemns Israeli Attack on Diplomatic Delegation in Jenin Camp
The Arab Parliament condemned Israel's gunfire attack on a diplomatic delegation during its visit to the Jenin camp in the West Bank, labeling the act a flagrant violation of international law and the Vienna Conventions on Diplomatic Relations. In a statement issued on Wednesday, President of the Arab Parliament Mohamed Al Yammahi said the attack marks a dangerous escalation and an unjustified provocation reflecting Israel's prolonged policy of aggression toward the Palestinian people that now extended to include official diplomatic missions. He called for immediate international action to hold the perpetrators accountable and to protect diplomatic personnel under international law. He reaffirmed the parliament's unwavering support for the rights of the Palestinian people.
