Ishaq Dar emphasizes deepening Pak-China strategic partnership

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1. 24 Oct 2026 75% related

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2. 1 Oct 2026 81% related

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3. 1 Oct 2026 76% related

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   Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister addresses SCO national coordinators

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4. 23 Sep 2026 75% related

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   Pakistan and China discuss expanding development cooperation

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5. 19 Sep 2026 78% related

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   Ishaq Dar meets Türkiye's ambassador to discuss diplomatic engagements

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