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Yaounde (TDI): Pakistan’s delegation, led by Minister of State for Finance and Railways, Bilal Azhar Kayani, has actively participated in various meetings in Yaounde, Cameroon during the ongoing 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) of the World Trade Organization (WTO). The Minister has represented Pakistan’s position in Multilateral Discussions during WTO Reform breakout sessions on Foundational Issues, Decision Making, Development and Level Playing Field. He emphasized the need for strengthening the rule-based trade system combining inclusivity and flexibility to meet the new challenges by building trust and promoting transparency. The Minister also took the floor in the plenary session of Reform late at night to share Pakistan's position on the Facilitator’s report for protecting vital trade interests of Pakistan. other members also echoed As Minister-Facilitator for Agriculture at the Ministerial Conference, to assist the WTO members in reaching a consensus outcome on agriculture, he has held extensive bilateral talks on the sidelines of the conference with Ministers of the United Kingdom (Peter Kyle, Secretary of State for Business and Trade), Turkiye (Dr. Ömer Bolat, Minister of Trade), Japan (Yukinoro Nemoto, Deputy Minister for Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries) and Cotton-4 members, and Senior Officials of US, Brazil, China, EU, Cameroon, Mozambique, Canada, and Argentina. He emphasized cooperation to send a positive signal to farmers and growers of member states who look to the WTO for predictability and fairness in Agriculture trade, production and, food and livelihood security. He thanked his counterparts and officials for not only engaging constructively and positive cooperation for developing convergences on the draft but also in helping to bring other members to join the declaration. Ministers and senior officials of members acknowledged and commended the efforts of Minister-Facilitator Bilal Azhar Kayani, and Pakistan’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to WTO, Ali Sarfraz Hussain for their efforts in reaching a consensus. The Pakistan delegation’s participation continues on Saturday 28 March and Sunday 29 March.

Pakistan Pushes Trade Agenda at WTO Ministerial Conference

March 28, 2026

Ethiopia Celebrates UNESCO-Recognized Shuwalid Festival

Ethiopia Celebrates UNESCO-Recognized Shuwalid Festival

March 28, 2026

Diplomatic News

Khawaja Asif, Iran War, Diplomacy, Pakistan, Afghanistan

Khawaja Asif Calls Iran War Diplomacy ‘Major Opportunity’ for Pakistan

March 28, 2026

Middle East, Shehbaz Sharif, President Masoud Pezeshkian, Diplomacy, Iran

PM Shehbaz, Pezeshkian Discuss De-escalation as Pakistan Steps Up Diplomacy

March 28, 2026

Diplomacy at the Table: The Strategic Role of State Dinners in International Relations

Diplomacy at the Table: The Strategic Role of State Dinners in International Relations

March 27, 2026

Belarus and North Korea Sign Friendship Treaty in Pyongyang

Belarus and North Korea Sign Friendship Treaty in Pyongyang

March 27, 2026

Explosions, Pakistan, Embassy, Tehran, Diplomats

Explosions Near Pakistan Embassy in Tehran, Diplomats Safe

March 27, 2026

Pakistan, Kuwait, Shehbaz Sharif, ties, Crown Prince

Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to Regional Peace, PM Tells Kuwait Crown Prince

March 27, 2026

Business News

Pakistan, IMF, Deal, International Monetary Fund, State Bank of Pakistan

Pakistan, IMF Reach Staff-Level Deal, Unlock $1.2bn Tranche

March 28, 2026

Supply Chain, Business, security, threat, survey

Supply Chain Attacks Rise as Top Business Threat: Study

March 27, 2026

Pakistan Braces for Inflation Spike as US–Israel War on Iran Drives Oil Shock

Pakistan Braces for Inflation Spike as US–Israel War on Iran Drives Oil Shock

March 26, 2026

Thailand's Fishing Industry at Risk of Collapse as Iran War Causes Surge in Diesel Price

Thailand’s Fishing Industry at Risk of Collapse as Iran War Causes Surge in Diesel Price

March 26, 2026

Oil, Markets, Iran, Truce, Middle East

Oil Gains, Markets Mixed as US-Iran Truce Signals Remain Unclear

March 26, 2026

Pakistan, Kuwait Pledge Deeper Economic and Trade Cooperation

Pakistan, Kuwait Pledge Deeper Economic and Trade Cooperation

March 26, 2026

Technology News

5G, Pakistan IT Exports, network, P@SHA

5G to be Game-Changer for Pakistan’s IT Exports: P@SHA

March 14, 2026

OIC-COMSTECH, Scientific, German, research, Africa

OIC-COMSTECH Explores Scientific Collaboration with Leading German Institutions

March 10, 2026

China Unveils World’s Largest Electric Flying Taxi Called 'Matrix'

China Unveils World’s Largest Electric Flying Taxi Called ‘Matrix’

March 6, 2026

Trojan Banker Attacks on Android Jump 56% in 2025, Kaspersky Warns

Trojan Banker Attacks on Android Jump 56% in 2025, Kaspersky Warns

March 5, 2026

From Kraków to the World: How Poland Became a Startup Powerhouse

From Kraków to the World: How Poland Became a Startup Powerhouse

March 4, 2026

Zuckerberg Testifies in Meta's Youth Addiction Trial

Zuckerberg Testifies in Meta’s Youth Addiction Trial

February 19, 2026

Magazines

Magazine cover of The Diplomatic Insight (Volume 19, Issue 03, March 2026) featuring a portrait of Thailand’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Rongvudhi Virabutr, in a suit and tie with the Thai flag in the background. Headline reads “Thailand and Pakistan: Partners in Development,” with a QR code at the bottom right.

The Diplomatic Insight – March 2026 Magazine

March 11, 2026

Cover The Diplomatic Insight

The Diplomatic Insight – Feb 2026: Uzbekistan Special Edition

February 16, 2026

The Diplomatic Insight — January 2026

February 7, 2026

Magazine cover of The Diplomatic Insight (Volume 19, Issue 03, March 2026) featuring a portrait of Thailand’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Rongvudhi Virabutr, in a suit and tie with the Thai flag in the background. Headline reads “Thailand and Pakistan: Partners in Development,” with a QR code at the bottom right.

The Diplomatic Insight – March 2026 Magazine

March 11, 2026

Cover The Diplomatic Insight

The Diplomatic Insight – Feb 2026: Uzbekistan Special Edition

February 16, 2026

The Diplomatic Insight — January 2026

February 7, 2026

Environment & Climate

Pakistan, China, Swiss, World Health Organization

Pakistan Ranked World’s Most Polluted Country in 2025

March 24, 2026

Pakistan, Climate, Oxford, opportunity, Environmental

Pakistan’s Green Future Rests on Youth Leadership, Says UK Climate Expert

March 13, 2026

Young Pakistani Innovators Present Climate Solutions at UK High Commission Event

Young Pakistani Innovators Present Climate Solutions at UK High Commission Event

March 13, 2026

Pakistan, Germany Expand Climate Partnership with New Data-Driven Initiative

Pakistan, Germany Expand Climate Partnership with New Data-Driven Initiative

February 27, 2026

MoCC, SciTech DiploHub Discuss Integration of Science Diplomacy in Climate Action

MoCC, SciTech DiploHub Discuss Integration of Science Diplomacy in Climate Action

January 28, 2026

Pakistan Electric Vehicle Expo 2026 to Drive Investment in EVs

January 7, 2026

Culture

China–Pakistan Art Exhibition Celebrates 75 Years of Friendship

China–Pakistan Art Exhibition Celebrates 75 Years of Friendship

March 19, 2026

Tajik Culture Preserved in the International Center of Navruz

Tajik Culture Preserved in the International Center of Navruz

March 14, 2026

Cappadocia’s Ortahisar Becomes Türkiye's 29th Slow City in the Cittaslow Network

Cappadocia’s Ortahisar Becomes Türkiye’s 29th Slow City in the Cittaslow Network

March 12, 2026

Navruz, history, holiday, Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon

Nowruz: An Age-Old Holiday Celebrated in Tajikistan

March 11, 2026

Cultural diplomacy, Tajikistan, civilizations, Emomali Rahmon, Nowruz

Nowruz: A Pillar of Tajikistan’s Cultural Diplomacy

March 11, 2026

Nowruz: A Symbol of Friendship and Cultural Diplomacy

March 11, 2026

Blogs

The Untold Story of the Afternoon Tea

The Untold Story of the Afternoon Tea

March 28, 2026

Capitalism and Democracy: A Relationship Under Strain in a Changing World

Capitalism and Democracy: A Relationship Under Strain in a Changing World

March 27, 2026

Navruz – The Embodiment of Tolerance, Unity and Sustainable Peace

Navruz – The Embodiment of Tolerance, Unity and Sustainable Peace

March 27, 2026

Independence Day of Greece: A Story of Faith and Freedom

Independence Day of Greece: A Story of Faith and Freedom

March 25, 2026

AI and Meritocracy: How Value Creation Is Being Redefined in Workplaces

AI and Meritocracy: How Value Creation Is Being Redefined in Workplaces

March 25, 2026

Navruz - The Shared Heritage of World Cultures

Navruz – The Shared Heritage of World Cultures

March 18, 2026

Opinion Articles

Why Pakistan’s Diplomacy Matters in the Ongoing Middle East Conflict

Why Pakistan’s Diplomacy Matters in the Ongoing Middle East Conflict

March 28, 2026

Firepower vs. Resolve: How Iran is Redefining War Against the US and Israel

Firepower vs. Resolve: How Iran is Redefining War Against the US and Israel

March 28, 2026

The Myth of Iranian Threat

The Myth of Iranian Threat

March 28, 2026

Why Pakistan’s Diplomacy Matters in the Ongoing Middle East Conflict

Why Pakistan’s Diplomacy Matters in the Ongoing Middle East Conflict

March 28, 2026

Firepower vs. Resolve: How Iran is Redefining War Against the US and Israel

Firepower vs. Resolve: How Iran is Redefining War Against the US and Israel

March 28, 2026

The Myth of Iranian Threat

The Myth of Iranian Threat

March 28, 2026

Women Insight Daily

International Women’s Day Message: Ina Lepel, Ambassador of Germany to Pakistan

March 8, 2026

International Women’s Day Message: Alexandra Berg von Linde, Ambassador of Sweden to Pakistan

March 8, 2026

International Women’s Day Message: Dorsaf Maaroufi, the Chargée d’Affaires of Tunisia to Pakistan

March 8, 2026

International Women’s Day Message: Ina Lepel, Ambassador of Germany to Pakistan

March 8, 2026

International Women’s Day Message: Alexandra Berg von Linde, Ambassador of Sweden to Pakistan

March 8, 2026

International Women’s Day Message: Dorsaf Maaroufi, the Chargée d’Affaires of Tunisia to Pakistan

March 8, 2026

Ambassadors

Pakistan Calls for Balanced Climate Action at UN Meeting

Pakistan Calls for Balanced Climate Action at UN Meeting

March 28, 2026

Nepal Arrests Ex-PM Sharma Oli Over Deaths in Gen Z Protests

Nepal Arrests Ex-PM Sharma Oli Over Deaths in Gen Z Protests

March 28, 2026

Ethiopia Secures $13.1 Billion Deals Boost at Investment Forum 2026

Ethiopia Secures $13.1 Billion Deals Boost at Investment Forum 2026

March 28, 2026

Yaounde (TDI): Pakistan’s delegation, led by Minister of State for Finance and Railways, Bilal Azhar Kayani, has actively participated in various meetings in Yaounde, Cameroon during the ongoing 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) of the World Trade Organization (WTO). The Minister has represented Pakistan’s position in Multilateral Discussions during WTO Reform breakout sessions on Foundational Issues, Decision Making, Development and Level Playing Field. He emphasized the need for strengthening the rule-based trade system combining inclusivity and flexibility to meet the new challenges by building trust and promoting transparency. The Minister also took the floor in the plenary session of Reform late at night to share Pakistan's position on the Facilitator’s report for protecting vital trade interests of Pakistan. other members also echoed As Minister-Facilitator for Agriculture at the Ministerial Conference, to assist the WTO members in reaching a consensus outcome on agriculture, he has held extensive bilateral talks on the sidelines of the conference with Ministers of the United Kingdom (Peter Kyle, Secretary of State for Business and Trade), Turkiye (Dr. Ömer Bolat, Minister of Trade), Japan (Yukinoro Nemoto, Deputy Minister for Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries) and Cotton-4 members, and Senior Officials of US, Brazil, China, EU, Cameroon, Mozambique, Canada, and Argentina. He emphasized cooperation to send a positive signal to farmers and growers of member states who look to the WTO for predictability and fairness in Agriculture trade, production and, food and livelihood security. He thanked his counterparts and officials for not only engaging constructively and positive cooperation for developing convergences on the draft but also in helping to bring other members to join the declaration. Ministers and senior officials of members acknowledged and commended the efforts of Minister-Facilitator Bilal Azhar Kayani, and Pakistan’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to WTO, Ali Sarfraz Hussain for their efforts in reaching a consensus. The Pakistan delegation’s participation continues on Saturday 28 March and Sunday 29 March.

Pakistan Pushes Trade Agenda at WTO Ministerial Conference

March 28, 2026

Pakistan Calls for Balanced Climate Action at UN Meeting

Pakistan Calls for Balanced Climate Action at UN Meeting

March 28, 2026

Nepal Arrests Ex-PM Sharma Oli Over Deaths in Gen Z Protests

Nepal Arrests Ex-PM Sharma Oli Over Deaths in Gen Z Protests

March 28, 2026

Ethiopia Secures $13.1 Billion Deals Boost at Investment Forum 2026

Ethiopia Secures $13.1 Billion Deals Boost at Investment Forum 2026

March 28, 2026

Yaounde (TDI): Pakistan’s delegation, led by Minister of State for Finance and Railways, Bilal Azhar Kayani, has actively participated in various meetings in Yaounde, Cameroon during the ongoing 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) of the World Trade Organization (WTO). The Minister has represented Pakistan’s position in Multilateral Discussions during WTO Reform breakout sessions on Foundational Issues, Decision Making, Development and Level Playing Field. He emphasized the need for strengthening the rule-based trade system combining inclusivity and flexibility to meet the new challenges by building trust and promoting transparency. The Minister also took the floor in the plenary session of Reform late at night to share Pakistan's position on the Facilitator’s report for protecting vital trade interests of Pakistan. other members also echoed As Minister-Facilitator for Agriculture at the Ministerial Conference, to assist the WTO members in reaching a consensus outcome on agriculture, he has held extensive bilateral talks on the sidelines of the conference with Ministers of the United Kingdom (Peter Kyle, Secretary of State for Business and Trade), Turkiye (Dr. Ömer Bolat, Minister of Trade), Japan (Yukinoro Nemoto, Deputy Minister for Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries) and Cotton-4 members, and Senior Officials of US, Brazil, China, EU, Cameroon, Mozambique, Canada, and Argentina. He emphasized cooperation to send a positive signal to farmers and growers of member states who look to the WTO for predictability and fairness in Agriculture trade, production and, food and livelihood security. He thanked his counterparts and officials for not only engaging constructively and positive cooperation for developing convergences on the draft but also in helping to bring other members to join the declaration. Ministers and senior officials of members acknowledged and commended the efforts of Minister-Facilitator Bilal Azhar Kayani, and Pakistan’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to WTO, Ali Sarfraz Hussain for their efforts in reaching a consensus. The Pakistan delegation’s participation continues on Saturday 28 March and Sunday 29 March.

Pakistan Pushes Trade Agenda at WTO Ministerial Conference

March 28, 2026

America

US Highlights Positive Recalibration in Pakistan Ties

March 25, 2026

Trump Approval Drops to 36% Amid Rising Fuel Costs and Iran War

March 25, 2026

66 Killed in Colombian Military Plane Crash

March 24, 2026

US Considers Major Troop Deployment as Iran War Intensifies

March 19, 2026

Europe

Belarus and North Korea Sign Friendship Treaty in Pyongyang

March 27, 2026

UK Authorises Military to Intercept Russian ‘Shadow Fleet’ Tankers

March 26, 2026

Starmer Reaffirms Support for Saudi Arabia in Call with Crown Prince

March 25, 2026

8-Year Long Talks Culminate Into Australia, EU Free Trade Agreement

March 24, 2026

Asia

Nepal Arrests Ex-PM Sharma Oli Over Deaths in Gen Z Protests

March 28, 2026

Iran War Widens as Houthis Fire Missile at Israel

March 28, 2026

370,000 Children Displaced in Lebanon Amid Israeli Strikes: UN

March 28, 2026

Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear, Industrial Sites Undercut Diplomatic Signals

March 28, 2026

Africa

Ethiopia Secures $13.1 Billion Deals Boost at Investment Forum 2026

March 28, 2026

Ethiopia Celebrates UNESCO-Recognized Shuwalid Festival

March 28, 2026

South Sudan Begins Nationwide Distribution of Over 1M China-Aided Textbooks

March 24, 2026

Pakistan Offers Assistance to Ethiopia After Floods and Landslides Kill at Least 64

March 16, 2026