In light of the continuing proliferation threat of Pakistan's long-range missile development, the United States is designating four entities for sanctions which target proliferators of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery, the State Department said.
Pakistan is facing severe economic turmoil, placing a heavy burden on its population amidst one of the nation's most significant financial crises in recent history. As the cost of living continues to rise sharply, essential goods are becoming increasingly unaffordable for many.
Adviser to the National Command Authority Lt Gen (retd) Khalid Ahmed Kidwai has underscored Pakistan’s stance on not committing to the No First Use (NFU) policy regarding nuclear weapons.
Pakistan is banking on close allies like China and Saudi Arabia for loans to tide over its economic woes. Besides, its finance minister Muhammad Aurangzeb is now in Washington to discuss a new loan package with the International Monetary Fund.
According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the exchange of the list took place under the provisions of an agreement on the prohibition of attacks against nuclear installations and facilities.
Under the recently brokered deal, Beijing would build a 1,200-megawatt Chashma-V nuclear plant at Chashma in the Mianwali district of Punjab.
Earlier last month, Prime Minister Sharif lamented the situation and said it was shameful for a nuclear country to beg in front of other nations in order to fulfil the basic demands of its citizens.
Washington: A top American lawmaker has expressed concern over Pakistan's growing nuclear stockpile, saying the Asian country continues to harbour and host insurgents and other extremist groups."Pakistan continues to harbour and host insurgents and other
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