Pakistan Government

Pakistan Gets USD 330M Loan From Asian Development Bank

15 Dec 2024

The Pakistan government signed a USD 330 million loan agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Saturday. This funding will support the Integrated Social Protection Development Programme (ISPDP). Economic Affairs Secretary Kazim Niaz and ADB Country Director Emma Fan were present at the signing, as reported. Niaz emphasized the...

Pakistan’s Internet Clampdown: Censorship Hits Economy And Freedom

18 Aug 2024

Pakistan’s government is facing criticism for its recent internet throttling measures, as activists and business leaders claim that the state is using these restrictions to suppress dissent. Since July, internet speeds across the country have plummeted by up to 40 percent, and popular messaging app WhatsApp has experienced disruptions affecting...

Arshad Nadeem’s Gala Dinner Controversy: Pakistan Government Revokes Invitations To Hockey Legends

17 Aug 2024

A controversy has arisen in Pakistan’s sports community surrounding a gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to honor Olympic javelin champion Arshad Nadeem. Several former hockey Olympians have publicly voiced their frustration, claiming that their invitations to the event were rescinded at the last moment due to "guest...

Pakistan Government Grants Expanded Surveillance Powers to ISI

12 Jul 2024

In a significant move, the Pakistani government has granted enhanced surveillance authority to the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), raising alarms about potential impacts on civil liberties. Under the recent amendment to Section 54 of the Pakistan Telecommunications (Reorganisation) Act, 1996, officers of the ISI above the rank of Grade 18, including...

Over 4,35,000 Illegal Afghans Returned to Afghanistan, Says Pakistan Government

18 Dec 2023

According to official reports, the repatriation of illegal foreign nationals, primarily Afghans, is underway in a secure and dignified manner, with 1634 individuals returning on Sunday, bringing the total number of repatriated individuals to 4,35,152. The apex committee of the National Action Plan, chaired by Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq...