Pakistan

Prime Minister’s Coordinator on Climate Change Romina Khurshid Alam has announced that the first Green-Tech Hub will be launched soon to transform Pakistan’s energy landscape. She made this announcement, while addressing a webinar on ‘Creation of G-TH.’ Romina Khurshid Alam said this initiative will help reduce Pakistan’s carbon footprints by…

Officials from the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP), National Institute of Health (NIH), and leading infectious disease specialists have called for immediate and stricter regulations on antibiotic sales, stressing that these drugs should only be available with a valid prescription. Speaking at an awareness session on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)…

The Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC) has expressed deep concerns over a latest proposal by the tobacco industry, pressurizing the government to allow cigarette packs with less than 20 cigarettes, a move that could wreak havoc on the public health, especially among youth and…

President and Prime Minister have called for fair and just settlement of Jammu and Kashmir dispute for global peace and security. In their message on International Day of Peace, they said Pakistan is ready to work with the global community to promote a more peaceful and inclusive world for everyone…

Senate Chairman Yousaf Raza Gillani has called for collective efforts to promote interfaith and inter-sectarian dialogue to achieve the objective of peace. Addressing an International Seerat Nabi (SAWW) Conference in Islamabad on Saturday, he stated that the teachings of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) on justice,…

Pakistan and China have agreed to enhance cooperation in various fields, including counter-terrorism, cross-border collaboration, and anti-smuggling. The agreement was reached during a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and a high-level Chinese delegation led by Minister for Political and Legal Affairs Chen Mingguo in Islamabad today [Saturday]. During the…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar has expressed government’s resolve to address the issues of governance in the DISCOs. He was presiding over the meeting of the Chairpersons of the newly constituted Boards of Directors of the Power Distribution Companies in Islamabad today [Saturday]. The meeting discussed…

Prime Minister’s Coordinator for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Romina Khurshid Alam, says the Chinese people centric governance model is a powerful model leading to poverty alleviation and technological advancement. Addressing an event in Islamabad today, she said Pak-China friendship demanded both the nations to learn from mutual experiences for…

Chairman Pakistan People’s Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has lauded the role of lawyers in upholding the sanctity of law and Constitution in the country. Addressing Peoples’ Lawyer Forum in Islamabad today, he said lawyers have always stood by civil society and democratic forces in movements for restoration of Constitution during…

Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has said Balochistan will become the most prosperous province after completion of ongoing development projects. Addressing a book lancing ceremony in Islamabad today, he said the Federal Government has allocated 130 billion rupees from its own budget for the development projects in Balochistan. He said the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will participate in the high-level segment of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly in New York from 23rd to 27th of this month. Sharing details of the Prime Minister’s visit, Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch at her weekly news briefing in Islamabad today,…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has said the right of legislation solely rests with the parliament under the constitution of Pakistan. In a televised message today, he said parliament is the supreme institution and its supremacy and sovereignty should be upheld. The Minister also commended Speaker National Assembly…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said Pakistan is keen to expand trade, economic, energy, connectivity and security cooperation with Russia. He was talking to Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Alexei Overchuk, who called on him in Islamabad today. The Prime Minister said he looks forward to welcoming Russian…

Pakistan and Russia have reiterated the commitment to expand trade and economic ties, along with enhancing regional connectivity. This resolve was expressed at a meeting between President Asif Ali Zardari and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexei Overchuk in Islamabad today. They also underscored the importance of fostering mutually beneficial cooperation…

At a spectacular event that captured the attention of music and media enthusiasts alike, visionary producer Gaurang Doshi unveiled the teaser for his latest musical collaboration, RICH LIFE. This groundbreaking track brings together global rap icon Rick Ross and Indian music sensation Guru Randhawa, with DJ Shadow Dubai adding his…

On the sidelines of the IAEA General Conference, People’s Republic of China organized a special event to commemorate 40 years of its partnership with IAEA. Chairman Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) Dr. Raja Ali Raza Anwar was invited by China as one of the Guest SPEAKERS, along with the IAEA…

Asian Development Bank will provide two billion dollars in annual assistance to Pakistan over the next three years. This was stated by President ADB Masatsugu Asakawa during a meeting with President Asif Ali Zardari in Islamabad. The ADB President reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to support infrastructure development and climate-resilient initiatives…

Pakistan Railways has successfully completed forty percent of restoration work on a bridge damaged by terrorism in Quetta. In a press release, Pakistan Railways spokesperson said bridge would be ready for train operations by 15th of next month. The spokesperson said, once security clearance is granted, vital rail link connecting…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz says durable environment-friendly measures are being taken under Suthra Punjab Program for cleanliness across the province. In a statement, she said, for the first time, rural areas are being included in large-scale cleaning efforts across the province. Maryam Nawaz called for adoption of proper waste…

Pakistan has called upon UN member states to promote Palestinian self-determination and refuse to recognize any changes to the status of occupied territories. In a statement at the 10th Resumed Emergency Special Session of the United Nations General Assembly (ESS) on the Situation in Palestine, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the…

Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Alexei Overchuk arrived in Islamabad today on a two-day visit to Pakistan. At the airport, he was warmly welcomed by Ambassador of Pakistan to the Russian Federation, Muhammad Khalid Jamali and Additional Foreign Secretary Shafqat Ali Khan. A high-level delegation is also accompanying…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call today from King Charles III, who formally invited him to attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa next month. Accepting the invitation, the Prime Minister said the meeting in Samoa would be a significant moment in the history of the…