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European and regional powers meet in Istanbul to address security challenges and expand cooperation

Foreign ministers from eight European and regional countries met in Istanbul to address mounting security challenges, prevent further military escalation in the Middle East and expand cooperation.

Sweden picks France’s FDI frigates in potential $4 billion deal

Sweden has selected France’s Naval Group to supply four advanced FDI frigates in a deal potentially worth more than 40 billion Swedish kronor (approximately $4.2 billion)

UK and Indonesia agree $5.2 billion maritime deal to boost Indo-Pacific security

UK and Indonesia have agreed to $5.24 billion (£4 billion) maritime deal, led by British defense firm Babcock.

Pakistan and Bangladesh strengthen diplomatic and defense ties through high-level meetings

Pakistan and Bangladesh agreed to improve bilateral relations through enhanced military and trade cooperation, marking a major shift after years of strained ties.

Indonesia and Japan deepen defense and economic ties

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto committed to strengthening cooperation across defense, energy, and food security during talks on Saturday in Bogor, Indonesia. The meeting highlighted Japan's growing focus on Southeast Asia amid China's increasing influence...

Pakistan-Bangladesh direct shipping route cuts transit times by 50% boosting regional trade

The introduction of a direct maritime link between Pakistan and Bangladesh has already made waves in regional trade, with more than 1,000 containers shipped since its launch in October 2024

US Navy selects Anduril, Oceaneering and Kongsberg to develop undersea drones

The U.S. Navy has selected three dealers, Anduril Industries, Kongsberg Discovery, and Oceaneering International, to build prototypes of its new large undersea drones, aimed at countering current and future maritime threats. The Large Displacement Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (LDUUV) program seeks...

Turkish Navy strengthens fleet with four new domestically-built naval vessels

Turkey integrated new maritime platforms, including its inaugural sea drone equipped with electronic warfare capabilities, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance its naval forces.
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Pakistan eyes bigger share of global Halal Market with $50 billion export ambition

Pakistan is targeting a $40 billion to $50 billion export opportunity in the global Halal economy as it seeks to expand its market share through value-added production, internationally recognized certification and investment in Halal industries.
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