Pakistan

Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal says agriculture development is crucial for securing Pakistan’s economic future. He was speaking at the 16th International Food, Hospitality, and Beverages Industry Exhibition and Conference in Lahore today. He highlighted expo’s significance in showcasing Pakistani products to global market and reiterated…

Pakistan condemned in the strongest possible terms the Israeli attack on Al-Tabeen School in eastern Gaza yesterday, which led to the death of over 100 civilians and injuring many more. In a statement today, the Foreign Office said attacking an overcrowded school sheltering displaced persons, particularly when they were performing…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi says free of cost online visa facility will be available to Turkish nationals from Wednesday. Talking to Turkish Ambassador Dr. Mehmet Paçaci in Islamabad today, he said that this step will ease the arrival of Turkish nationals into Pakistan. Both sides decided to foment cooperation in…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said minorities have always played a significant role in Pakistan’s stability, progress and prosperity. He was addressing a ceremony in connection with the National Minority Day in Lahore today. The Prime Minister said the constitution of Pakistan fully guarantees minorities rights. He assured that rights…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized the need to bolster Pak-China friendship in diverse sectors including agriculture, mines and minerals, information technology and infrastructure. He was addressing a meeting with the representatives of foreign business companies working in Pakistan, including a large number of Chinese businesspersons. Terming Pak-China friendship higher…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says government has taken various initiatives to improve agriculture sector. Addressing inaugural ceremony of 2nd International Food and Agriculture Exhibition in Karachi today, Shehbaz Sharif said agriculture exports of Pakistan have reached over three billion dollars and it is time we fix our next target to…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar has stressed the need to reorient the country’s diplomatic initiatives to ensure that Pakistan’s development agenda is also advanced. Addressing the Graduation Ceremony of 43rd Specialized Diplomatic Course in Islamabad today, he said the along with conventional diplomacy, we will have…

The session of National Assembly was held at the Parliament House in Islamabad today. Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq chaired the session. The session began with recitation of verses from Holy Quran by Imam Masjid Al-Nabawi, Dr. Salah bin Mohammad Al-Budair. Imam Masjid Al-Nabawi, Dr. Salah bin Mohammad Al-Budair and Saudi…

Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch has rejected all statements emanating from India accusing Pakistan of any kind of involvement in recent developments that took place in Bangladesh. Answering a question at her weekly media briefing in Islamabad today, the Spokesperson said these statements depict India’s disturbing obsession with Pakistan.…

Imam Masjid Al-Nabawi, Dr. Salah bin Mohammad Al-Budair called on Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir in Rawalpindi today. According to ISPR, during the meeting, matters of mutual interest were discussed. The COAS welcomed the dignitary and highlighted that visit by Imam Masjid Al-Nabawi to Pakistan is a…

The Senate congratulated today Arshad Nadeem for winning Gold Medal for Pakistan in Men’s Javelin Throw contest. In his remarks, Deputy Chairman Syedaal Khan Nasar said the House will arrange a dinner in the honor of Arshad Nadeem for making the entire nation proud. He said the great son of…

The Armed Forces of Pakistan, the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, and the Services Chiefs have also extend their warmest felicitations to the nation on this momentous occasion, as Arshad Nadeem etches his name in history by becoming the first Pakistani athlete to secure an individual gold medal for…

Petroleum Minister Musadik Malik says government is making concrete efforts for the provision of relief to the people. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad today, he said special measures are being taken to bring down electricity prices and socio-economic uplift of marginalized section of society. The Minister said five committees…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has assured all possible cooperation for peace in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Talking to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi in Islamabad, he said maintaining law and order in the province is the government’s foremost priority. They expressed deep concerns over the recent events in Kurram and agreed…

Pakistan has reaffirmed its desire to enhancing its partnership with Association of Southeast Asian Nations in its quest for a peaceful, stable, and prosperous region. In his message on the occasion of ASEAN Day, being observed toady, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar extended warmest congratulations…

Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir has urged Ulema and Mashaikh to encourage tolerance and unity in the society and discourage extremism and division. Addressing the National Ulema and Mashaikh Convention in Islamabad today, he asked the Ulema to bring the society back to moderation and negate anarchy (Fasaad-Fil-Arz). The…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for national solidarity, unity and harmony to meet the challenges facing the country. Addressing Ulema and Mashaikh Conference in Islamabad today, he pointed out there is an unprecedented cooperation between the political government and the constitutional institutions, emphasizing this collaboration are in the national…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar will visit Jeddah to participate in the Extraordinary Meeting of the OIC Executive Committee being held on Wednesday. The Meeting is being convened at the request of the State of Palestine and the Islamic Republic of Iran to discuss the ongoing…

The National Assembly today passed the Elections (Second Amendment) Bill, 2024. It was moved by Bilal Azhar Kayani. In his remarks, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar said legislation is the prerogative of parliament and the bill is in accordance with spirit of the constitution. Later, talking to newsmen outside National…

The armed forces of Pakistan are standing with the just struggle of the valiant people of Kashmir for their right to self-determination. This resolve was expressed by Director General ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry in Rawalpindi this afternoon, on the occasion of Youm-e-Istehsal. He said inhuman lockdown, illegal Indian…

In their messages on Youm-e-Istehsal, President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and forces chiefs have reaffirmed their steadfast solidarity with courageous and resilient people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. In his message on Youm-e-Istehsal, President Asif Ali Zardari said that India’s actions since 5 August 2019 have demonstrated…