Anwar Iqbal

Power-plot nexus damaging economy: Atif Mian

Pakistani-American economist suggests increasing property tax to generate revenue from land. Updated 30 Aug, 2024 07:53am

UN chief Guterres seeks concrete action over Balochistan ‘terrorist attacks’

“The secretary-general stresses that attacks against civilians are unacceptable,” says spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric. Updated 28 Aug, 2024 10:07am

Pakistani Americans still divided over who to back in US polls

Many in political milieu believe diaspora’s conservatism will cause them to gravitate towards Trump. Updated 26 Aug, 2024 11:29am

New Pakistani envoy Rizwan Saeed Sheikh set to reach US this week

Is expected to address the influence of the PTI in the US, particularly in Congress. Updated 19 Aug, 2024 08:20am

Tens of thousands to join ‘March for Palestine’ during Democratic convention

Rashida Tlaib, the only Palestinian American in Congress, urges Democrats to rethink ME policy Published 15 Aug, 2024 06:59am

Pakistani Americans still unsure, weeks before crucial vote

In major cities like Washington, Democrats tend to dominate. It is the rural areas where Trump’s influence is unmistakable. Updated 15 Aug, 2024 08:10am

‘Project 2025’ — a dystopian Republican vision of America

Although disavowed by the Trump campaign, the "authoritarian" blueprint has Democrats worried about the future of US democracy. Updated 12 Aug, 2024 09:00am

Pakistani charged in US with backing Iran arms scheme

Muhammad Pahlawan was among several captured by US forces during action off Somali coast. Updated 10 Aug, 2024 10:40am

Pakistani with ‘ties to Iran’ charged over assassination plot in US

Documents reveal suspect was a Karachi resident with alleged ties to Tehran. Updated 07 Aug, 2024 10:02am

US vows to help prevent terror attacks, TTP recruitment

US working with partners to “counteract the TTP’s recruitment efforts”, State Dept spokesperson says. Updated 03 Aug, 2024 10:21am

Excessive force leading to unlawful killings in India: UN panel

New Delhi asked to end violence against Muslims, Sikhs and other religious minorities. Updated 01 Aug, 2024 09:52am

US bill aims to boost India’s defence against Pakistan, China

Providing India with advanced weapons could constrain Pakistan's ability to respond to Indian aggression. Updated 27 Jul, 2024 05:18pm

‘Courts must remain vigilant for Constitution’s sake’: Justice Minallah

In address to NY bar, Justice Minallah reveals what happened when IHC "opened at midnight" ahead of no-trust vote against Imran. Updated 25 Jul, 2024 09:02am

US seeks $101m budget for Pakistan to ‘strengthen democracy, fight terrorism, stabilise economy’

Says Chinese investments in Pakistan are now "part of the past, while US investments represent the future". Updated 24 Jul, 2024 06:33pm

Why Pakistani Americans are signing up to Republican party

Those who had previously voted for Biden in 2018 were now leaning towards Trump, citing the Gaza conflict as a key factor. Published 23 Jul, 2024 08:09am

Bilawal to chair huddle on PTI’s fate via video link from US

Agenda includes gathering opinions from party leaders on the PML-N’s proposal. Updated 22 Jul, 2024 09:27am

Pakistan loses dedicated friend in US Congress

PM Shehbaz says Sheila Jackson was a champion for stronger Pak-US ties. Updated 21 Jul, 2024 08:38am

Situationer: ‘US, them’ and the spectre of political violence

In a nation that regularly holds presidential elections every four years, a preference for anything other than democracy is alarming. Updated 16 Jul, 2024 10:37am

IMF deal: relief but no cause for celebration, says ex-SBP chief

Murtaza Syed says agreement incomplete because Pakistan needs debt relief from all its major external creditors. Updated 14 Jul, 2024 08:18am

US supports civil liberties, not political violence

Spokes­person Matthew Miller emphasises shared interests of Pakistan and the United States in addressing regional security threats. Updated 10 Jul, 2024 08:29am