Water victory

What began as a supplemental request has now crystallised into a full-fledged award — a binding, enforceable judgment that firmly upholds Pakistan’s position under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). The August 8 ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague is a landmark moment, not merely for Pakistan’s water security but also for […]

Unprepared for crises

The UN’s latest Global Risk Report underscores the world’s lack of preparation for cascading future crises. While the report is focused on the world in general, Pakistan stands as a chillingly specific example of almost every one of the vulnerabilities the report outlines, and we face potentially catastrophic consequences if action is delayed. The report […]

Was Pakistan necessary?

Was Pakistan necessary? The question, as always, arises as we are close to celebrating the 78th anniversary of “independent” Pakistan. The creation of Pakistan in 1947 remains one of South Asia’s most contested events. To its proponents, it was an essential homeland for Hindustani Muslims to safeguard their religious and political rights. To critics, it […]

EU’s extensive wishlist for China

Brussels’ readout of the 25th China-EU Summit was replete with charges. It’s a significantly harsh tone compared to what European Commission (EC) President Ursula von der Leyen struck in April, urging both sides to support a “strong reformed trading system”, representing a carefully calibrated signal of cooperation. True, the EU runs a massive trade deficit […]

Today, H.E. HARERIMANA Fatou delivered a lecture to the members of the English Speaking Union of Pakistan (ESUP) in Karachi, highlighting Rwanda’s 31-year journey of healing and progress. The session featured insightful discussions with ESUP, paving the way for a collaborative strategy to strengthen relations.

Today, H.E. Harerimana Fatou, Rwanda’s High Commissioner, paid a courtesy call on Hon. Muhammad Kamran Khan Tessori, Governor of Sindh. The meeting was an opportunity to extend heartfelt appreciation for his participation in the Kwibohora 31 celebrations and to reaffirm the deepening friendship and cooperation between Rwanda and the Sindh Province.

Today, Mr. Esdras Kwibuka, the High Commission’s Trade-related officer, was received by Mr. Shehryar Taj, Secretary of the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan, in his office. The meeting focused on exploring opportunities for business cooperation, enhancing trade linkages, and fostering mutually beneficial economic partnerships between Rwanda and Pakistan.