Explanation

NSP stands for National Security Policy

The Public version of the NSP was launched on 14 January 2022 

NSP was approved by the federal cabinet on Dec 28, 2021.

Prime Minister Imran Khan reveals the country's first-ever NSP

The policy document is meant for a five-year period (2022-26)

Explanation

In August 2026, Pakistan and Malaysia agreed to strengthen intelligence sharing and deepen security coordination to combat terrorism, human smuggling, and drug trafficking.

The agreement was reached in Islamabad during talks between Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Malaysian Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution bin Ismail.

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Explanation

In August 2026, Pakistan and Malaysia agreed to strengthen intelligence sharing and deepen security coordination to combat terrorism, human smuggling, and drug trafficking.

The agreement was reached in Islamabad during talks between Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Malaysian Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution bin Ismail.

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Explanation

• Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have signed a landmark Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement.
• Signed on 17 September 2025.
• This agreement is being considered the most significant upgrade in Pakistan-Saudi defence relations in decades.
• Signed in Al-Yamamah palace Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
• As per the pact, any aggression against either country shall be considered an aggression against both.
• Singed by Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

Additional information:

• This agreement comes in the wake of Israel’s strike on Qatari capital Doha on 9 September 2025.

Last verified on 05-08-2026

Explanation

• Project: China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)
• Anniversary: 10th (2013–2023)
• Coin Value: Rs. 100
• Released by: State Bank of Pakistan (SBP)
• Release Date: 11 August 2023

Last verified on 18-07-2026