Federal cabinet ratifies defence agreement with Kuwait

On Wednesday, the federal cabinet formally approved the defence cooperation agreement between Pakistan and Kuwait, aiming to boost collaboration in the defence sector between the two nations, according to a Prime Minister's Office (PMO) statement. The agreement was finalized on June 11, 2023, and was ratified by the Kuwaiti government on July 19 of the same year.

In 2023, Pakistan and Kuwait signed a defence pact to enhance defence cooperation and institutional linkages between their armed forces. The cabinet also endorsed the transfer of powers delegated to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister to the province's governor. The government declared an emergency and imposed governor's rule in the province on October 11, granting the governor the authority to manage day-to-day affairs during the emergency period, facilitating smoother administrative matters in the province and improving governance.

The federal cabinet welcomed the decision and expressed hope that the KP Advisory Council, led by Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, would work diligently for the welfare and prosperity of the province's people and for establishing peace and security. The PMO also reported that the cabinet approved the design of new currency notes, recommending artists and designers across the country for the new designs, and establishing a cabinet committee to consult with all stakeholders.

This action aimed to incorporate modern materials, enhance security features to prevent counterfeiting, and extend the lifespan of the currency notes.