The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Mines and Minerals Bill 2025 comes at a critical time. KP holds vast rich mineral reserves potential. Nevertheless, legislation must balance economic ambition with local rights and environmental care. The 18th Amendment gave provinces control over mines and minerals. KP now has the authority to license, regulate, and benefit from its own resources. However, the new bill raises serious concerns. There is ambiguity in the language. The bill gives powers to the provincial licensing authority. But how will transparency and local consultation be ensured? The bill must spell out the rights of local communities. These…
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Pakistan’s recent diplomatic activities emphasize its commitment to advancing bilateral cooperation, regional stability, and humanitarian values. At the forefront of this effort is Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s official visit to Belarus from 10–11 April 2025, following President Aleksandr Lukashenko’s trip to Pakistan in November 2024. In this visit, Prime Minister is set to consolidate progress made during recent bilateral exchanges, including the 8th Joint Ministerial Commission and high-level ministerial visits. Prime Minister Sharif is accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz. Several agreements are expected to be…