Pakistan Forward

British royals Prince William and Kate Middleton kick off tour of Pakistan

Diplomacy

2019-10-15

British royals Prince William and Kate Middleton kick off tour of Pakistan

The return of peace and improvements in security enabled the five-day visit, which marks the first time a royal family member has set foot in Pakistan in 13 years.

Afghan refugees in Pakistan mock 'ridiculous' claim of Taliban support

Diplomacy

2019-10-04

Afghan refugees in Pakistan mock 'ridiculous' claim of Taliban support

The Taliban said it was working with Pakistan to improve health and education facilities for Afghan refugees in Pakistan. Refugees say such hypocritical statements are a joke.

Hugs and smiles as Afghan Taliban leaders meet Pakistani officials

Diplomacy

2019-10-03

Hugs and smiles as Afghan Taliban leaders meet Pakistani officials

Afghans are increasingly leery of what the Taliban are discussing with foreign powers that historically have not had the Afghan people's interest in mind.

Khan inaugurates 24/7 opening of Torkham border crossing with Afghanistan

Diplomacy

2019-09-18

Khan inaugurates 24/7 opening of Torkham border crossing with Afghanistan

The move will increase trade between the two countries and the well being of citizens on both sides of the border, say observers.

Questions swirl as weakened Afghan Taliban turns to Russia after talks falter

Diplomacy

2019-09-16

Questions swirl as weakened Afghan Taliban turns to Russia after talks falter

Afghans are wondering what the weakened militant group and its military backer are discussing after the group undermined the peace process by its own actions.