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IMF in talks with Pak to revise power tariffs, align pricing as per commitments

Islamabad, Feb 14 (UNI) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is engaged in discussions with Pakistani authorities over proposed revisions to its electricity tariffs, as Islamabad seeks to align its pricing structure with the commitments it had made under its
7bn Extended Fund Facility (EFF).
The long-term programme by the global money lender is aimed at addressing the country's many structural and economic weaknesses, as well as the chronic balance-of-payments pressures it is under, while restoring macroeconomic stability.
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António Costa warns of rising geopolitical risks, calls for stronger EU role

10 Mar 2026 | 7:56 PM

Brussels, March 10 (UNI) António Costa on Tuesday called for stronger multilateral cooperation and unity in defending the international rules-based order, warning that rising global conflicts and geopolitical tensions threaten global stability.

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Tehran threatens Oil blockade as US intensifies strikes

10 Mar 2026 | 7:52 PM

Washington/Tehran, March 10 (UNI) On the 11th day of the escalating conflict, the United States signalled a major intensification of its military campaign against Iran, with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warning that Washington was preparing for its “most intense day of airstrikes” yet.

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China boosts Defense Budget to 1 94 trillion Yuan for 2026

10 Mar 2026 | 7:52 PM

Beijing, March 10 (UNI) China will continue maintaining an appropriate level of defense spending to ensure balanced growth between national defense and the economy, a military spokesperson said on Tuesday while outlining the country’s 2026 defense budget arrangement.

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US designates Afghanistan as a 'state sponsor of wrongful detention'

10 Mar 2026 | 4:54 PM

Washington, March 10 (UNI) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Afghanistan has been officially designated as a "State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention" due to the ongoing practices of the Afghan government.

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Negotiations with US a 'bitter experience' as attack came during talks: Iran FM Araghchi

10 Mar 2026 | 3:55 PM

Tehran, Mar 10 (UNI) Terming Iran's experience of negotiating with the United States as "bitter," Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday ruled out the possibility of renewed diplomatic negotiations with Washington, accusing the US of repeated betrayals and military aggression.

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