Pakistan

Japan’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Mitsuhiro Wada called on Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz and PML-N President Nawaz Sharif in Lahore on Saturday. During the meeting, they discussed matters of mutual interest, and ways to boost bilateral cooperation in various sectors. The Chief Minister on this occasion appreciated Japan’s cooperation with…

At least six people were killed and eight others injured when a chartered helicopter of Mari Petroleum Company crashed near Shewa oil field in North Waziristan. The injured have been taken to CMH Thal by helicopter. According to initial reports, the crash was caused by engine failure. An investigation into…

Chairman of Senate, Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani has underscored significant contribution of textile sector in country’s economy. Addressing 7th International Conference on Textiles in Lahore, he said textiles sector contributes over sixty percent in country’s exports which is a substantial share in national income. Senate Chairman also called for high-quality…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif who is in New York, attended a reception hosted by US President Joe Biden in honour of the heads of state and government participating in the United Nations General Assembly session. The US President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met during the…

Defence Minister Khwaja Muhammad Asif says Pakistan remains committed to expanding trade, commerce and investment in Afghanistan. He was addressing the third meeting of the Quadripartite Group on Afghanistan in New York. Pakistan, China, Iran and Russia are the member of Quadripartite Group on Afghanistan. The Defence Minister said we…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized to deepen Pakistan-US trade and investment ties. He was talking to a delegation of the US-Pakistan Business Council, on the sidelines of 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The delegation comprised of President and other senior officials of…

Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has called for increasing exports to ensure sustainable growth in the country. Speaking at a meeting in Islamabad on Friday, he said a sustained growth with an average rate of eight percent is required to strengthen economy. He emphasized that increasing Foreign Direct Investment and enhancing…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar says the ban on social media platform X has been imposed due to national security reasons and this should not be taken as an attempt to curb freedom of expression. Talking to the Voice of America in New York, he said the ban…

Pakistan and Nepal have reiterated commitment to continue exploring avenues for enhancing bilateral and regional cooperation. The bilateral ties were discussed in the meeting between Prime Minister, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and his Nepali counterpart K.P. Sharma Oli on the sidelines of 79th Session of the UN General Assembly in New…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has invited American banks to invest in Pakistan in key sectors of infrastructure, energy, technology and agriculture. He was talking to a delegation of prominent Pakistani American bankers on the sidelines of the 79th session of UN General Assembly in New York. The Prime Minister assured…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have met on sidelines of the UN General Assembly session in New York. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations and cooperation in different fields. Both the leaders agreed to increase cooperation in various fields particularly in economic and…

President Asif Ali Zardari has called on newspapers to champion democratic values, raise awareness of socio-economic issues, and promote tolerance, interfaith harmony, patriotism, and respect for human rights. In his message on the National Newspaper Readership Day, he said newspapers need to provide accurate and well-researched news to discourage fake…

Chairman of Prime Minister’s Youth Programme Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan has said that Federal Government is providing a platform for progress and prosperity to youth in Balochistan. He said this while addressing a ceremony to honour National Hero Shahzaib Rind in Quetta on Tuesday. He urged students to work hard…

Pakistan and Kuwait have affirmed to closely collaborate bilaterally, as well as on regional and global issues of mutual interest. This came at a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Crown Prince of the State of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, on the side-lines of the 79th…

Minister for Petroleum Dr. Musadik Malik says Pakistan has immense coal reserves and is committed to vigorously utilizing its natural resources. He expressed this resolve during his visit to the Chinese company Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industry Group Limited in Xi’an. The Minister was apprised in detail about the company’s…

Minister for Industry and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain says the country is heading toward progress and development. Talking to newsmen in Muridke today [Sunday], he said all economic indicators are showing positive trends. The Minister said international institutions are also acknowledging economic stability of Pakistan. Talking about constitutional amendments, he…

Senior Kashmiri leader and wife of Chairman Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front Yasin Malik, Mushaal Hussein Mullick  called the impending elections in the region, a “drama” and a “Shame.” In an interview with PTV News, she stated that these elections represent a facade of normalcy that is both misleading and…

Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police apprehended 14 outlaws from different areas of the city during the last 24 hours and recovered drugs and weapons with ammunition from their possession. According to a police public relation officer, under the special directions of Inspector General (IG) Police Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is arriving in the United States today [Thursday] to attend the 79th UN General Assembly Session. The Prime Minister will also address the UN General Assembly Session. During the visit, the Prime Minister will also participate in Sustainable Development Goals 2024 Moment, a high level open…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has congratulated the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on its 94th National Day. In a statement, the Prime Minister said that under the leadership of King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, Saudi Arabia has emerged as a great country of the 21st century.…

Lieutenant General Muhammad Asim Malik has been appointed as the Director General Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). He will take charge on the 30th of this month. Lieutenant General Muhammad Asim Malik is currently serving as an Adjutant General at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi. Lieutenant General Muhammad Asim Malik has previously…

Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar has said the decision of joining a political party by independent members of the Parliament is irreversible under the existing laws. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad this evening, he said Articles 51 and 106 of the Constitution warrant that independents will have to join…