No compromise on Pakistan’s nuclear programme, reiterates PM amid US sanctions

No compromise on Pakistan’s nuclear programme, reiterates PM amid US sanctions

PM Shehbaz Sharif speaks during a federal cabinet meeting in Islamabad on December 24, 2024. — Screengrab via Geo News Nuclear capability was only meant for defence, says prime minister. PM Shehbaz laments Washington’s sanctions for lacking justification. He reaffirms resolve against terrorism; expresses hope for PTI talks. Reacting to the sanctions imposed by the…

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India’s push for indigenous satellites draws 30 aspirants – Times of India

India’s push for indigenous satellites draws 30 aspirants – Times of India

30 companies have answered a call from the Indian National Space Promotion and authorisation centre (IN-SPACe) to create Earth observation (EO) satellite constellations.Launched through an expression of interest (EoI) in July, the initiative aims to establish a private-public partnership to reduce the nation’s dependence on foreign data sources for defence, infrastructure, and mapping needs.“We have…

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Kuwaiti oil corporation seeks to exit Pakistan, sells key assets

Kuwaiti oil corporation seeks to exit Pakistan, sells key assets

A Kuwait Petroleum Corporation unit. — AFP/File KUFPEC to “recover its investments” by selling assets. Company’s decision has raised serious concerns for policymakers. PEL also confirms making advance payments to KUFPEC. ISLAMABAD: Kuwait Foreign Petroleum Exploration Company (KUFPEC) has started the process of leaving Pakistan’s oil and gas sector by selling its major assets to…

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US expresses concern over sentencing of 25 civilians by military courts – SUCH TV

US expresses concern over sentencing of 25 civilians by military courts – SUCH TV

The United States has expressed “deep concern” over the conviction of 25 civilians in a military tribunal in Pakistan, claiming the military courts lacked judicial independence, transparency, and due process guarantees. In a brief statement issued on Tuesday, US Department of State Spokesperson Matthew Miller said that the Washington continued to call on Pakistani authorities…

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