Pakistan

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Syed Tariq Fatemi has held meetings with key US officials in Washington D.C. In these high-level meetings, discussions were held on ways to promote Pak-US bilateral relations, especially cooperation in the fields of trade, and investment. The Special Assistant met with…

Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi has categorically ruled out any talks with terrorists. Addressing a news conference in Quetta, he vowed to pursue terrorists relentlessly, both within the country and abroad. He said Jaffar Express would start its journey for Peshawar from today and strict security arrangements have been…

Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Pakistan Albert Khorev has emphasized the strong friendship between Pakistan and Russia. He expressed these views while officially handing over humanitarian aid to National Disaster Management Authority at a ceremony held at Islamabad Airport today. A special aircraft of the Russian government transported thirty…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said terrorism is an international issue, and the global community must work together to combat it. He was talking to Acting US Ambassador Natalie Baker in Islamabad today. The Interior Minister further said government is taking strong action against terrorists and a comprehensive policy is…

Pakistan has welcomed the United States’ acknowledgment of the threat posed by the TTP to world peace and security. At his weekly news briefing in Islamabad today (Thursday), Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan stated there is no hiatus in Pakistan-US cooperation on counterterrorism, and it will continue in the…

The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council has approved 13 development projects worth over 1.275 trillion rupees across key sectors, including transport, communications, railways, space technology, and public infrastructure. The ECNEC, which met in Islamabad today with Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar in the chair, approved these projects. These…

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Syed Tariq Fatemi held important meetings with key leaders of the US Congress in the United States. The Special Assistant met with Chairman of the US Congressional Committee on Foreign Affairs Brian Mast, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on South and Central Asia on…

Six days are left for illegal foreigners and Afghan Citizen Card holders to leave Pakistan.  A deadline of 31st of this month has been given by the government to these individuals to leave the country.      The government has assured that no one will be mistreated during the process and arrangements…

Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Sardar Muhammad Yousaf held a meeting with Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah in Jeddah on Wednesday. During the meeting, discussions were held regarding facilities for Hajj pilgrims and Umrah visitors, as well as extending the “Road to…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said Pakistan intends to prefer Chinese investments and technical support over aid. In an interview with China Global Television Network-Urdu, he identified agriculture, artificial intelligence, and technology as key sectors with significant potential for Chinese investment and technical assistance. The Finance Minister commended China’s remarkable…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says the staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) marks a significant milestone in further stabilizing Pakistan’s economy. Chairing the Federal Cabinet meeting in Islamabad on Wednesday, he highlighted that the IMF program includes the Resilience and Sustainability Facility worth 1.3 billion dollars, alongside the…

President Asif Ali Zardari has urged children to prioritize education, calling it the key to success.  He expressed these views during an Iftar Dinner hosted by him for the orphaned children being cared for by the Pakistan Orphan Care Forum, at Aiwan-e-Sadr today. The President said children are our future…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has launched Free Tractor Scheme for wheat growers in Punjab. A ceremony in this regard was held in Lahore today wherein Chief Minister pressed the button to conduct a digital draw for Grow More Wheat reward scheme. Successful farmers will receive 55-horsepower tractors, with deliveries…

President Asif Ali Zardari met with Federal Ombudsman Ejaz Ahmad Qureshi in Islamabad today, who presented him the institution’s report for the year 2024. The report stated that the Federal Ombudsman received a record of over 226,000 complaints last year, marking a 17 percent increase in complaints compared to 2023.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Disaster Management Authority has issued an alert about rains in upper parts of the province from today till Thursday. According to PDMA, all Deputy Commissioners have been directed to take precautionary measures to avoid any human and material losses during the forecast period. The control room of PDMA…

Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik hosted a productive meeting with Italian Ambassador Marilina Armellin in Islamabad today. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, including oil and gas. During the discussions, both sides highlighted the potential for enhanced collaboration between Italy and Pakistan in energy exploration,…

Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has said that Pakistan’s relations with the United States constitute an important pillar of its foreign policy. He was talking to Chargé d’Affaires of the US Embassy Natalie Baker who called on him at the Parliament House in Islamabad. Chairman Senate highlighted Pakistan’s efforts…

Seven days are left for illegal foreigners and Afghan Citizen Card holders to leave Pakistan.                  A deadline of 31st of this month has been given by the government to these individuals to leave the country.  The government has assured that no one…

Mother of Chief of the Army Staff Gen Syed Asim Munir has passed away. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have expressed condolences on the death of the mother of Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir. In their separate statements, they expressed deep sorrow and grief…

Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening ties with Azerbaijan. Chairing an inter-ministerial meeting in Islamabad on investment project proposals with Azerbaijan, he said both the countries are collaborating across various sectors. He directed to accelerate the implementation of decisions to boost economic growth and…

A meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Privatisation was held in Islamabad today (Tuesday) with Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar in the chair. The committee approved a fast-tracked plan for the privatisation of PIACL, including the divestment of 51-100 percent share capital together with management control. Ishaq Dar emphasized the…