Pakistan

Chief of Royal Saudi Naval Forces Vice Admiral Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Ghuraybi called on Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza in Rawalpindi on Thursday. During the meeting, both dignitaries discussed the evolving regional security dynamics both within Middle East and South Asia with particular…

Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar met with leading investment, banking and IT professionals in New York. He highlighted Pakistan’s improving macroeconomic indicators, including the first current account surplus in 14 years, diminishing inflation, and upgrades in sovereign credit ratings by global agencies. He also shed light on strategic initiatives…

Chairman Senate Yousaf Raza Gilani has emphasized the need for addressing the root causes of terrorism. Addressing a tribal jirga of merged districts in Islamabad on Thursday, he said provision of education and employment opportunities is important to bring peace in the tribal districts. He said peace is also important…

President Asif Ali Zardari has said Pakistan is keen to further strengthen bilateral cooperation with China in areas of mutual interest. Talking to Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong who called on him in Islamabad today, the President said Pakistan attaches utmost importance to its relations with China and highlighted…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to upholding international law, achieving prosperity and maintaining regional peace. Talking to World Bank’s Regional Vice President for the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan Ousmane Dione in Islamabad today, he emphasized Pakistan’s determination to resolve issues through dialogue. Shehbaz Sharif…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar has said that Pakistan’s approach will continue to remain anchored in the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, respect for international law, and a steadfast commitment to multilateralism. He was presiding over the High-Level Open Debate of the United Nations…

Former President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistan’s former Ambassador to the United States, China and the United Nations, Sardar Masood Khan has called for full implementation of UN Security Council resolutions, including a free and fair plebiscite to resolve the Kashmir dispute in a peaceful manner.     Addressing…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of Chinese citizens residing in Pakistan. Chairing a high-level review meeting on security arrangements for Chinese citizens in Pakistan, the Prime Minister said multiple measures are being taken to strengthen their protection across the…

Pakistan has called upon India to change its behaviour and comply with its international legal obligations. In response to remarks of the Indian delegate at the High-Level Open Debate of the UN Security Council on “Promoting International Peace and Security through Multilateralism and Peaceful Settlement of Disputes”, Deputy Permanent Representative…

Pakistan and Thailand have agreed to broaden cooperation in a number of areas including food security, fisheries, defence and regional connectivity. This came at a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Thailand’s Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa in New York. The two leaders expressed satisfaction at the positive momentum…

Pakistan and Bangladesh have agreed to grant visa-free entry for diplomatic and official passports. This agreement was reached at a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and his Bangladeshi counterpart Lieutenant General retired Jahangir Alam Chowdhury in Dhaka today. Both the sides also agreed to enhance cooperation in the fields…

President Asif Ali Zardari has said Pakistan attaches great importance to its relations with Austria. Talking to outgoing Austrian Ambassador, Andrea Wicke in Islamabad, the President emphasized the need for enhancing trade and economic relations between the two countries. The President said Austrian investors can benefit from the investment opportunities…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has emphasized the need for peaceful settlement of disputes, multilateralism, inclusive dialogue and respect for international law to achieve global peace and security.  Speaking at a reception hosted by Pakistan’s Mission in New York, he stated that the world must choose cooperation over confrontation and…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated that Pakistan is ready for a meaningful dialogue with India on all outstanding issues. He was talking to British High Commissioner Ms. Jane Marriott, who called on him in Islamabad on Wednesday. During the meeting, the Prime Minister conveyed his warm wishes for King…

Senior politician and former Governor of Punjab, Mian Muhammad Azhar, has passed away while undergoing treatment at a local hospital. He was a prominent figure in Pakistani politics, known for his decades-long service and strategic political insight. Mian Azhar began his political journey as a grassroots worker and rose through…

Security forces have killed eight terrorists belonging to Indian proxy, Fitna-al-Hindustan during intelligence-based operation in Kalat District of Balochistan. According to ISPR, following the successful intelligence based operation conducted by the security forces in Kalat District of Balochistan on 19th of this month, during which 4 terrorists belonging to Indian…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif today visited Islamabad Safe City and Capital Command and Control Center. During the visit, Inspector General Islamabad Police Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi briefed the Prime Minister about the working of its various sections. The IG Police said under the launch of ‘Police Station on Wheels’,…

Punjab government launched Punjab Counter Narcotics Force on Tuesday. Addressing the inaugural ceremony in Lahore, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said establishment of this Narcotics Force is essential to eliminate the scourge of drugs. Maryam Nawaz vowed that every possible step will be taken to make the province drug-free and announced…

Chief of the Royal Saudi Naval Forces, Vice Admiral Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman Al Ghoraibi has lauded Pakistan Navy’s efforts for strengthening maritime security in the region. He expressed these views during a meeting with Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf at Navel Headquarters in Islamabad on Tuesday. The…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar met with the President of the UN General Assembly, Philémon Yang, in New York . During the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening global governance, UN Security Council reform, and multilateralism. He conveyed Pakistan’s serious concerns over…

The United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has appreciated Pakistan’s presence and initiatives at the UN Security Council. He was talking to Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, who met him in New York on Monday.  During the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering and…