Pakistan and Afghanistan launched simultaneous polio eradication campaigns, with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa reporting the majority of cases.

The entities involved

• Pakistan →

  sovereign state in South Asia

  • Pakistan is committing nationally to polio eradication efforts, focusing on disease hotspots in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.07:38
  • The chemical industry in Pakistan is developing its integrated value chain, which supports diverse downstream manufacturing sectors and aims for $5 billion in import substitution.07:24
• Afghanistan →

  country in Central and South Asia

  • Major global powers, including the US, Russia, China, and Pakistan, are engaging in high-stakes geopolitical maneuvering around Afghanistan.06:42
  • Islamabad is involved in diplomatic talks with Afghanistan while facing reports of clashes and allegations of financial support.Sun 21:58
• Khyber Pakhtunkhwa →

  province of Pakistan

  • A commitment was made to develop Gilgit-Baltistan and recognize Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's contribution to Pakistan's progress.07:22
  • Jirgas were organized and council member elections began in North Waziristan, Bannu, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa districts.04:51

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