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Germany's Federal Cabinet plans to expand the powers of intelligence services to combat sabotage and cyberattacks, a move defended by the Interior Minister but criticized by the opposition as overreaching.
Khawaja Asif has expressed support for Naqvi's proposal for systemic reforms, advocating for the debate of these changes within parliament and the federal cabinet.
A coalition of civil society groups is challenging a Canadian federal cabinet minister and Jewish organizations over their criticism of an exhibit on Palestinian displacement at a national human rights museum in Winnipeg.
A delay by Pakistan's federal cabinet in deciding on medicine price revisions has led to severe shortages and increased risks of counterfeiting. The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) had recommended price adjustments for 105 hardship-category medicines over two years ago.
The German Federal Cabinet has approved the draft 2027 budget, which includes significant austerity measures. This decision reflects Germany's commitment to fiscal discipline and budget cuts.
The Federal Cabinet Committee (FCC) is currently entertaining pleas related to the Petroleum Levy (POL) and various tariff adjustments. This indicates ongoing discussions and potential policy changes regarding fuel and other charges.
Pakistan's federal cabinet has approved the nationwide implementation of a Track and Trace system for pharmaceutical products, aiming to eliminate counterfeit medicines and strengthen supply chain integrity.
The State Bank of Pakistan has finalized the designs for new currency notes and submitted them to the federal cabinet for approval.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that just as Pakistan emerged as a nuclear power, it now needs to focus efforts on becoming an economic power. He made these remarks during a federal cabinet meeting in Islamabad.
The German Federal Cabinet has approved the key points for the 2027 federal budget. The proposed budget outlines significant new debt projections for the country.
Pakistan's Federal Cabinet Committee (FCC) has ruled that existing rules of business do not grant lifetime benefits to bureaucrats.
Hopes for uniform nationwide gun control reform fade as states walk back federal cabinet commitment after Bondi beach massacre Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The South Australian premier, Peter Malinauskas, assured gun lobbyists that he had no plans to strengthen firearm laws in the state despite agreeing to a national crackdown after the Bondi beach massacre. In a letter signed a day before the government entered caretaker mode for the state election on 21 Mar...
Pakistan's federal cabinet has approved the National Housing Policy 2026 along with an action plan for its implementation. Additionally, the cabinet also gave its nod to a new cybersecurity framework, directing that housing projects fully comply with regulations.
President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and other federal cabinet members in Pakistan have deposited numerous gifts received from foreign dignitaries into the Toshakhana.
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has proposed granting greater powers to Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), including representation in the NFC, CCI, and the federal cabinet.
Pakistan's Federal Cabinet has approved a new four-year Hajj policy and plan for 2027-2030. The policy aims to improve pilgrim services and incorporates a focus on digitization.
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte praised Germany's leadership and contributions during a federal cabinet meeting, stating 'Germany leads and Germany delivers.' He also highlighted Turkey's position among NATO's strongest military powers.
The Federal Cabinet Committee (FCC) has raised concerns regarding the imposition of a royalty on cement bags, arguing that a royalty on a finished product is akin to a tax.
The German federal cabinet has approved changes to building law aimed at accelerating housing construction, particularly by helping municipalities build new homes faster and potentially expropriate 'junk properties'.
The German federal cabinet has approved the revised heating law, which is anticipated to mitigate price reductions for existing properties and lead to more relaxed financing conditions from banks.
The German federal cabinet plans to increase the minimum sentence for perpetrators who use K.O. drops before committing rape, aiming to raise it by two years. The proposal has sparked varied reactions regarding its sufficiency.
The Federal Cabinet Committee's actions regarding the May 9 cases in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are under scrutiny, as the K-P prosecution department has yet to seek withdrawal of these cases from the Anti-Terrorism Court.
Nigerian President Tinubu's resignation deadline has prompted a series of departures, reshaping the federal cabinet and competitive dynamics for key state contests leading up to the 2027 general elections.
A new defense pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, signed in Mecca, has drawn varied reactions and sparked debate across the region. Iran views the agreement as a sign of a shift away from the US security umbrella, while some analysts suggest it complicates the nuclear landscape for China and India.
A sub-committee of Pakistan's federal cabinet has approved the prices of 52 life-saving drugs, aiming to provide patients with access to cheaper medication.
Federal cabinet ministers faced pointed concerns from frustrated chiefs at an Assembly of First Nations meeting in Ottawa, as the Liberal government sought to ease tensions over its efforts to streamline major project development.
This liveblog covers various developments in Germany, including the acquittal of a former police inspector in Baden-Württemberg, the establishment of a commission to address injustice against Sinti and Roma, and the federal cabinet's approval of the 2027 budget draft.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is currently addressing a federal cabinet meeting, with a one-point agenda focused on the national budget.
A federal cabinet has given its clearance for the implementation of a new digital tracking system designed to monitor medicines, aiming to improve supply chain integrity and combat counterfeit drugs.
The German Federal Cabinet is set to discuss a reform of driving licence regulations today, aiming to introduce several simplifications to address the high cost of training.
Germany's federal cabinet has approved a revised heating law, which is expected to mitigate price reductions for existing properties and make banks more willing to finance such objects.
The German Federal Cabinet has approved a pension increase set to take effect in July, alongside new regulations to restrict index rent increases. These decisions aim to address both retiree income and housing affordability.
Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah announced that a RM2.6 billion flood mitigation plan for Kuching, Sarawak, is awaiting federal Cabinet approval. The plan aims to complete two major flood prevention projects.
The German federal cabinet has launched a new "right to repair" law aimed at encouraging repairs over disposal, which will apply to devices like washing machines and mobile phones and hold manufacturers accountable.