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Kosovo arrests blast suspects, Serbia denies involvementPresident, PM vow to boost ties with UAE President invites UAE businesses to explore opportunities in Pakistan’s economy ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), describing the relationship as a bond rooted in “faith, trust, and mutual respect.” The president was addressing a reception in Islamabad held to mark the UAE’s 53rd National Day, “Eid Al Etihad”. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, UAE’s Ambassador to Pakistan Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Al-Zaabi, members of the diplomatic community and government officials attended the event. Addressing the occasion, President Zardari said that Pakistan wanted to enhance cooperation with the UAE in key sectors, such as information technology, renewable energy, agriculture, and tourism. He invited UAE businesses to explore opportunities in Pakistan’s economy, including the Pakistan Stock Exchange, renewable energy, and other promising sectors as it offered an investment-friendly environment. The president highlighted that Pak-UAE relations had flourished into a trustworthy strategic partnership, encompassing political, economic, and social dimensions. He added that the UAE was one of Pakistan’s most significant economic partners and one of the largest investors in the country. “The recent signing of multiple agreements in diverse sectors, including maritime, logistics, and aviation, reflects the UAE’s unwavering support and confidence in Pakistan’s economic potential,” the president said, expressing optimism for deepened bilateral cooperation. Highlighting the historic ties between the two nations, the president noted that Pakistan was the first country to establish diplomatic representation in the UAE even before its formal formation. He expressed gratitude for the UAE’s consistent support during Pakistan’s difficult times. The president appreciated the contributions of the 1.8 million-strong Pakistani diaspora in the UAE, who continue to play a vital role in the development of both countries. “This people-to-people connection exemplifies the mutual trust and goodwill between our countries,” he added. The president extended heartfelt congratulations to UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and the people of the UAE on the country’s national day. The president said that the UAE, since its unification, had made remarkable progress, emerging as a global hub for trade, investment, and tourism. He credited the visionary leadership of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan for laying the foundation of the UAE’s prosperity and its enduring relationship with Pakistan. The president lauded the UAE’s achievements in diverse fields and reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to fostering stronger ties with the UAE. Meanwhile, in his address, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif said that the brotherly ties, bonds of friendship and the mutual cooperation between Pakistan and the UAE would grow further and touch the new historic heights. The prime minister felicitated the government and people of UAE on the celebration of the day. He said the day commemorated the remarkable journey made by the UAE towards progress and prosperity as well as their unwavering support to the people of Pakistan. The prime minister said that they were immensely proud of the remarkable achievements of UAE which were achieved in the last few decades first under the visionary leadership of late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan who was a great friend of Pakistan and his generous contributions in the field of health, infrastructure and airports were known to all and sundry in Pakistan. Now his great work was carried out by his dynamic son, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan whose practical approach towards transforming UAE had carved a great place for UAE in the comity of nations. Ministers, members of the diplomatic community and senior officials attended the event. The prime minister said they celebrated this historic occasion to reaffirm Pakistan’s unwavering support to the territorial integrity and solidarity of UAE. He said that the UAE leadership had always supported Pakistan in the critical times and mentioned that the recent IMF programme would not have been achieved without their support, adding that the respective leadership of the two countries was deeply engaged to promote trade and economy and in this regard interventions were being made at the G2G level. The prime minister also expressed his gratitude to the UAE for hosting a large number of Pakistanis, adding that the visa facility was again opened and facilitated by the UAE. He said that the two brotherly nations would march on the path of progress together and this friendship and bonds of brotherhood would touch the historic heights. UAE’s Ambassador to Pakistan Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Al-Zaabi, in his remarks, said that today, they were celebrating their founding fathers’ remarkable journey of progress. He said the two nations of UAE and Pakistan enjoyed strong bonds of brotherhood deeply rooted in historic ties and common interests. He reiterated the UAE’s resolve to further strengthen economic partnership with Pakistan and create new opportunities for the youth in diverse fields.
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At the 2021 Holyrood election, Reform UK was a political footnote. They were outperformed by the likes of the Scottish Family Party, the (fake) Independent Green Voice, and even the Abolish the Scottish Parliament Party. Their share of the vote? A pitiful 0.21%. However, in July, the party pulled in 167,979 votes in Scotland — 7% of the total. Polls suggest that in months since their support has doubled to around 14%. It’s a staggering turnaround for a party that, not long ago, looked destined for obscurity. The credit is partly down to Nigel Farage’s return to frontline politics. A polarising figure, the Brexiteer has a knack for winning over disenchanted Tories, but Reform’s recent success shows they’re also peeling away votes from disillusioned Labour supporters and even some Lib Dems. READ MORE Reform UK membership jumps 10% in Scotland Russell Findlay: Reform vote in Scotland 'too high for my liking' Nigel Farage's Reform will back Anas Sarwar to be next First Minister Record attendance at Reform conference but Nigel Farage stays away Their election campaign was chaotic — a fact they’d likely admit. Candidate vetting was almost nonexistent, with one hopeful suspended for making pro-cannibalism comments and suggesting humanity should be “obliterated.” While they fielded a candidate in every Westminster seat in Scotland, many were paper candidates from England who never set foot north of the border. Yet in England, Reform won five seats and finished second in 98 constituencies. With this success has come a shift toward professionalisation under their new chairman, Zia Yusuf. Born in Bellshill to Sri Lankan immigrants, Yusuf studied at the LSE, worked at Goldman Sachs, and made a fortune founding a luxury concierge service. Now, he’s steering Reform toward next year’s local elections in England and, crucially, the 2026 Holyrood vote. Under Holyrood’s Additional Member System (AMS), any party winning around 5–6% of the vote can pick up seats. For Reform, that could mean 13 or 14 MSPs if their polling holds over the next 16 months. While they may not be policy heavy, they could cause chaos for some of the other parties. “Reform is primarily picking up support amongst Unionist voters,” Professor Sir John Curtice told BBC Scotland’s Sunday Show. “But the rise of Reform creates a problem for Unionists north of the border: it fragments an already divided Unionist vote even further.” Reform's first test might come sooner than 2026, with a likely council by-election in Glasgow North East — the second in the ward in just a few months. The vacancy was triggered after Labour’s Mary McNab, elected in October, was disqualified for failing to resign from her council job in time. Reform’s candidate last time, a local barber, came third in that election, where just 12% of voters turned out. The party is growing fast. A Reform insider recently told The Herald they now had 5,844 members in Scotland — a remarkable number given they scraped together just 5,793 votes at the last Holryood election.
The San Francisco Giants struck early in the free-agent frenzy on Saturday, signing shortstop Willy Adames to a lucrative seven-year, $182 million deal that removes a key player from the Yankees’ potential Plan B should they fail to land superstar Juan Soto . Adames, who had been floated as a possible option to fill an infield gap for New York, is now off the market, amplifying the pressure on the Yankees to go all in for Soto. Adames Was a Viable Plan B Adames, 29, had been seen as an attractive option for the Yankees to help bolster their infield with his combination of power and defensive versatility. Coming off a strong 2024 season in which he posted 4.8 WAR over 161 games, hitting .251/.331/.462 with 32 home runs and 112 RBIs, Adames was one of the most productive infielders available this offseason. For the Yankees, Adames represented not only an offensive upgrade but also a defensive improvement over some of their existing options. Losing him to the San Francisco Giants leaves the Yankees with fewer fallback plans and underscores the importance of securing Soto’s services. The Soto-or-Bust Scenario With Adames out of the picture, the Yankees are now even more reliant on their ability to win the Juan Soto sweepstakes. Soto, 26, is the kind of generational talent the Yankees simply cannot afford to let slip away. In 2024, Soto slashed .288/.419/.569 with 41 home runs, 109 RBIs, and a staggering 8.1 WAR, further cementing his status as one of the most valuable players in baseball. The Yankees’ front office, led by managing partner Hal Steinbrenner, has made Soto the centerpiece of their offseason strategy, and for good reason. Soto isn’t just a short-term fix; he’s the type of player who can anchor a franchise for over a decade. Missing out on him would not only create a production void in their lineup but also a branding and marketing hit that the team can ill afford as it looks to reassert its dominance in Major League Baseball. The Mets Are Lurking The challenge for the Yankees is that the New York Mets, flush with cash and hungry to make a splash, are just as aggressive in their pursuit of Soto. Mets owner Steve Cohen has already proven he’s willing to push the limits of spending, and with several big-name players departing, the Mets have the financial flexibility to outbid nearly anyone. Jon Heyman of the New York Post recently noted that one of the Mets’ biggest challenges in landing Soto is their lack of a strong supporting cast to entice him. While Soto has already experienced a winning culture and high-level competition in the Bronx, the Mets are in a retooling phase. However, that won’t stop Cohen from making a significant financial offer, which means the Yankees will need to pull out all the stops to secure Soto’s commitment. A Crucial Decision Looms With Soto expected to make his decision in the coming days, if not hours, the Yankees find themselves at a critical juncture. Adames’ signing with San Francisco has removed a key alternative, leaving the Yankees in a position where pivoting to multiple players may no longer yield the same level of production. Losing out on Soto could force the Yankees to scramble for other solutions, such as Cody Bellinger or Anthony Santander, but those players don’t bring the same consistency or star power that Soto offers. Simply put, Soto is the only player on the market who can transform the Yankees from a playoff contender to a World Series favorite overnight. This article first appeared on Empire Sports Media and was syndicated with permission.