Pakistan

Pakistan and Tajikistan have reaffirmed their commitment to deepen the existing fraternal ties, which are based on a shared history, culture, geographical contiguity and common faith. The understanding to this effect came at a meeting between Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Tajik President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe today. On…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for enhancing trade, investment and connectivity between Pakistan and Tajikistan. Addressing a joint news conference, along with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe today, he emphasized to further enhance cooperation in diverse fields, including agriculture, education, health and trade. Shehbaz Sharif said today numerous…

The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia received a visit paid by the CEO of Mitra Aviation Perkasa and Perkasa Flying School of Indonesia, Mr. Septo Sudiro. His visit to Pakistan aimed to strengthen the civil aviation cooperation between Indonesia and Pakistan, including pilot training and pilot supplies. “As far…

At the invitation of Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif will undertake a two-day official visit to Dushanbe from tomorrow In Dushanbe, the Prime Minister will meet President Emomali Rahmon, Chairman of Majlisi Namoyandagon of Majlisi Oli Mahmadtoir Zoir Zokirzoda and Prime Minister Qohir Rasulzoda. The visit…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says increasing the country’s exports is the government’s top priority, and measures from the current federal budget are being implemented for this purpose. He was speaking to a delegation of prominent businessmen who met him in Islamabad today. The Prime Minister said the development of industry,…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has dispelled the impression that 500 billion rupees are being distributed among legislators in the name of development schemes. He was addressing a news conference in Islamabad this evening. Referring to former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi and ex-finance minister Miftah Ismail’s claims…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has commended the Federal Board of Revenue for its outstanding performance in surpassing revenue collection target for financial year 2023-24 with a total collection of 9,311 billion rupees. The Minister visited FBR headquarters and held a meeting with Chairman Malik Amjed Zubair Tiwana and Members of…

Chairman Senate, Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani has said that China Pakistan Economic Corridor has become a catalyst for investment and technological transfer and skill development. He was addressing a ceremony of the “China Chamber of Commerce Sustainable Development Report 2023” in Islamabad today. Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani said that the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the entire nation is united to eliminate the scourge of terrorism. In a statement today, he appreciated police and frontier constabulary for thwarting a terrorist attempt in Takhta Beg area of Khyber District. He paid tributes to police personnel Ijaz and FC personnel Shehzad…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has reiterated the commitment to provide a conducive environment for the IT industry, recognizing its potential to drive economic growth and innovation in Pakistan. He was talking to with the Executive Committee Members of Pakistan Software Houses Association led by Chairman PASHA Muhammad Zohaib Khan in…

Pakistan’s Outgoing Ambassador to the US Masood Khan has emphasized the need to persevere in efforts to enhance Pakistan-US relations. In his farewell video message in Washington, he noted that a robust relationship between the two countries is a work in progress, backed by a history of nearly seventy seven…

Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) is playing an important role in the promotion of IT and telecom sectors in the country. Keeping in view the recommendations of SIFC, the government has issued instructions to the Ministry of IT and Telecom and PEPRA to speed up and improve the digitization of…

Pakistan and India today exchanged lists of prisoners in each other’s custody through diplomatic channel, in Islamabad and New Delhi. According to the Foreign Office, these lists are exchanged simultaneously, in pursuance of the Consular Access Agreement of 2008 on the 1st of January and 1st of July every year.…

On the direction of Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti, the blocked highway was restored and reopened by removing stones through heavy machinery at Dhanasar area. The National Highway Authority (NHA) along with District Administration, Levies and Police personnel reopened the Zhob-Dahanasar section of Dera Ismail Khan- Quetta Highway (N-…

Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and Deputy Speaker Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah Sunday said that the supremacy of Parliament is essential for the growth and development of democratic institutions in the country.  “A strong Parliament is vital for ensuring the representation of people’s voices and holding the government accountable…

Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani on Sunday called for working tirelessly towards fostering dialogue, promoting mutual respect, and advancing legislative agendas that benefit societies. In his message on International Day of Parliamentarism, he said, “The day serves as an evocative reminder of the critical role that parliamentary institutions play…

International Day of Parliamentarism is being celebrated today, to highlight the importance of parliaments around the world and the work they do for democracy. The aim of celebrating the day is also to recognize and reaffirm the power of people as the ultimate arbiter in shaping destinies of countries. The…

A convoy of Sikh Yatrees arrived in Gurdwara Nankana Sahib from Panja Sahib Hassanabdal through a special shutter service on the eve of the death anniversary of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. On this occasion, the Sikh pilgrims commended the excellent facilities of food, accommodation, and security being offered to them by…

The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) takes strong exception to a series of videos being circulated on social media platforms in which right-wing clerics have urged parents to pull their daughters out of school on the grounds that schooling is associated with ‘obscenity’. In another video, certain clerics have…

Pakistan need sophisticated small arms and communication equipment to combat the growing terrorism, Ambassador Masood Khan has said, while calling for stronger US-Pakistan security and economic partnerships. “This is crucial for regional security and opposing the rising tide of terrorism that also threatens the interests of the US and its…

Minister for Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain says the country has ample stock of urea fertilizer for Kharif season. Chairing a meeting in Islamabad, he said it has been decided to introduce toll free numbers to receive complaints regarding urea price hike. He said a unified pricing mechanism will…