AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoBannu Attack Fallout: Pakistan summoned Afghanistan’s charge d’affaires after a deadly suicide car bombing and gun assault on the Fateh Khel police checkpoint in Bannu killed at least 15 officers, with Islamabad saying the attack was masterminded by militants based in Afghanistan and warning it may respond if safe havens persist. Afghan Denial: Kabul’s Islamic Emirate rejected Pakistan’s claims about Afghan soil being used against other countries, insisting Afghan territory won’t be allowed for attacks “including Pakistan.” Court & Governance: Pakistan’s Supreme Court cleared the way for TRG founder Zia Chishti to return to influence at the company despite past sexual-harassment allegations, raising fresh governance concerns. Cost Pressure: Senators condemned a new petroleum price hike as “economic oppression,” while the government extended austerity and fuel curbs until June 13. Trade & Energy: Pakistan cut Gwadar Port tariffs to boost transit trade, and a second Qatari LNG tanker reportedly headed to Port Qasim via Hormuz as mediation with Iran-US continues. Sports: In Dhaka, Bangladesh extended their Test lead to 179 on a rain-hit day, with Shanto and Mominul steering the hosts.
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