Pakistan's military spokesperson, Chaudhry, denied involvement in the Pahalgam attack, stating they would take action if provided with evidence against a Pakistani. He emphasized Pakistan prioritizes peace and is celebrating it, not victory. The country responded strongly to Indian aggression after May 6-7, shooting down six Indian aircraft and targeting multiple Indian military sites. A ceasefire agreement brokered by the US ended the war between nuclear-armed nations on May 10, following India's attack in IIOJK that left 26 tourists dead.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/605529-military-conflict-between-two-nuclear-states-is-sheer-stupidity-dg-isprAmbassador Sheikh was briefed on potential collaboration between Pakistan and SpaceX for expanding broadband access through Starlink's low-Earth orbit satellite infrastructure. He received a tour of the SpaceX facility, gaining insights into cutting-edge innovations in space and telecommunications technology. Ambassador Sheikh reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to innovation-led development and emphasized the importance of strategic international partnerships.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/605533-on-visit-to-spacex-envoy-highlights-starlinks-role-in-bridging-pakistans-digital-divideAmbassador Sheikh was welcomed by Asim Ali Khan and other consulate officials during a visit to SpaceX's facility in California. He met with senior officials including the Vice President of Starlink Global Business Operations and Director of Global Business Development. Discussions focused on potential collaboration between Pakistan and SpaceX, particularly for expanding broadband access through Starlink's satellite internet project. Ambassador Sheikh reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to innovation-led development and emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships in advancing digital infrastructure.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1313811-pakistan-eyes-spacex-partnership-to-advance-digital-connectivity-ambassador-sheikhPakistan and India agreed to a ceasefire on May 10 after four days of intense cross-border drone and missile strikes, following unprovoked attacks on Islamabad. Bilawal, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's son, will lead the government's diplomatic delegation to counter India's narrative abroad, emphasizing that any full-scale conflict would have repercussions beyond their borders. The delegation aims to highlight Pakistan's peace-focused stance and expose India's "lies, hatred, and division." Bilawal warned of water scarcity for future generations if India continues to violate the Indus Waters Treaty, calling it a form of hybrid warfare.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1313748-bilawal-warns-indias-new-normal-unsustainable-against-its-interestsPakistan's General Asim Munir has been promoted to field marshal after a US-brokered ceasefire with India following a military confrontation. The move comes days after Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif approved the extension of Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu's tenure in recognition of his service. General Ayub Khan, who led Pakistan during the 1965 war with India, was the first to hold the title of field marshal. A petition signed by nearly 7,500 people from both Pakistan and India calls for dialogue between the two nations, launched on May 7 by the South Asia Peace Action Network.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/news/2025/05/20/pakistans-army-chief-asim-munir-promoted-to-field-marshalThe US dollar is expected to face downward pressure in trade deals, as the country seeks a weaker dollar against Asian currencies to reduce its trade surplus with Asia. The Reserve Bank of Australia cut interest rates by 25 basis points, causing the Australian dollar to fall sharply against the US dollar. China also weakened its yuan against the dollar after cutting key benchmark lending rates, while traders focus on the US economy due to concerns about rising inflation, with Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic warning that rate cuts may be limited to a quarter point for the rest of the year.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40363807/dollar-falls-against-yenThe ringgit strengthened against the US dollar on Wednesday due to a softer economic outlook in the US, with concerns over tariffs affecting prices and growth. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd's chief economist Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid attributed this to a decline in the US Dollar Index by 0.31% and a recent sovereign rating downgrade that may stall expansionary fiscal policy. The ringgit traded higher against several currencies, including the Japanese yen, euro, British pound, Singapore dollar, Indonesian rupiah, and Philippine peso, but eased against the Thai baht.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2025/05/21/ringgit-opens-higher-on-weaker-us-dollar-robust-export-data/177520Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has condemned a terrorist attack in Quetta, attributing it to state-sponsored proxies of India. The attack on school children is seen as part of a broader pattern of cross-border terrorism aimed at destabilizing Pakistan, particularly in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. General Syed Asim Munir emphasized the need for national resolve and unity in the fight against foreign-sponsored terrorism. PM Shehbaz Sharif called on the international community to take notice of India's alleged use of proxy terrorism as a tool of state policy, vowing to hunt down those responsible and ensure justice is served.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40363988/pm-shehbaz-vow-justice-after-khuzdar-school-van-attack-by-india-backed-proxiesIndian lawmakers from various parties have formed a delegation to promote unity against terrorism globally. Led by Congress's Shashi Tharoor, the group aims to convey India's stance on terrorism through outreach initiatives. The delegations will visit several countries, meeting top leaders and intellectuals, including prime ministers, foreign ministers, and expat Indians.
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