Pakistan

President Asif Ali Zardari has lauded the role of Pakistan’s Armed Forces in defending the national frontiers as well as their contributions towards socio-economic development of the country. He was talking to Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza who called on him in Islamabad today. The…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the law enforcement agencies to ensure foolproof security of Chinese citizens in Pakistan. He was chairing a high-level meeting in Islamabad today, regarding law and order situation in the country. The Prime Minister also advised devising a comprehensive plan of action for regular audit…

The 30th death anniversary of renowned Qawwal Ghulam Farid Sabri was observed on Friday. Ghulam Farid Sabri along with his brother Maqbool Sabri were known as Sabri Brothers and earned much fame in Qawwali. “Mera Koi Nahin Hai Tere Siwa”, “Bhardo Jholi Meri Ya Muhammad” and “Taajdar-e-Haram” are some of…

A three-day winter festival organized by Pakistan Army has concluded in Chitral. Athletes from across the country showcased their skills in skiing and snowboarding. A large number of tourists and people of the area witnessed the festival. The tourists present on the occasion expressed happiness over the organization of the…

The second phase of Hajj training will commence from 15th of this month. According to the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, forty Hajj trainers will provide training on new initiatives and Hajj-related matters at 122 locations across Pakistan. It will be ensured that every intending pilgrim is well-informed…

Outspoken political leader Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman on Thursday was elected as a new emir of Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan for the next five years. JI Central Information Secretary Qaisar Sharif said that over 45,000 members of the party cast their votes to elect the new emir during the recent intra-party elections.…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has paid glowing tribute to former Prime Minister Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto on his 45th death anniversary being observed today. In a message, the Prime Minister said Zulfikar Ali Bhutto played a key role in promoting democracy and democratic traditions in Pakistan. He said it…

Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has reaffirmed to cement parliament to parliament contacts between Pakistan and Iran by reviving Parliamentary Friendship Group and mutual visits of Parliamentarians. He was talking to an Iranian Parliamentary Delegation led by Deputy Foreign Minister for Economic Diplomacy Mahdi Safari along with Iranian Ambassador…

Pakistan has condemned the terrorist attacks at police and security installations in Iranian cities of Rask and Chabahar. The Foreign Office, in a statement today, extended Pakistan’s heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and prayers for the recovery of the injured. It said Pakistan stands in full solidarity…

President Asif Ali Zardari says Pakistan is keen to promote cooperation in the fields of energy and barter trade with Russia. He was talking to Russian Ambassador Albert Khorev, who called on him, in Islamabad today. The President called for encouraging Russian banks to start operations in Pakistan for promotion…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has said the economy is showing positive indicators as a result of the prudent policies introduced by the government. Talking to media, along with Prime Minister’s Coordinator Romina Khurshid, in Islamabad this afternoon, he said rupee’s is gaining strength and exchange rate is…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has instructed to present a compressive plan to increase revenue without burdening the common people. Chairing a sectoral meeting regarding the Ministry of Finance in Islamabad today, he expressed the resolve to take tax to GDP by 15 percent in next five years. The Prime Minister…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed satisfaction over the gradual decrease in inflation. Chairing Federal Cabinet meeting in Islamabad today, he said steps are afoot to reduce inflation and alleviate unemployment and poverty. The Prime Minister expressed the confidence that the IMF will release the last tranche of 1.1 billion…

The federal government has announced a four-day holiday on the occasion of Eid ul Fitr, starting from April 10. As per the official announcement on Wednesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved holidays from April 10 to 13. The Met Office on Monday predicted that the first day of Eid ul…

In Balochistan, agricultural tube-wells will be converted to solar energy to save power. This was decided at a meeting chaired by Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari in Islamabad. He directed officials from the Quetta Electric Supply Company to provide detailed information regarding feeders dedicated to agricultural tube…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has said Pakistan desires to further enhance trade and business ties with the UAE as per the vision of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Talking to the Ambassador of the UAE Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Al-Zaabi in Islamabad, he emphasized the need for a…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan is interested in technology transfer and leveraging the expertise of Netherlands in agriculture, dairy, and farm production. He was talking to Netherlands Ambassador Mrs. Henny de Vries, who called on him in Islamabad today. The Minister said it will help enhance Pakistan’s production and…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has invited the French companies to invest in Pakistan. He was talking to Ambassador of France to Pakistan Nicolas Galey who paid a courtesy call on him in Islamabad today. The Prime Minister said Pakistan and France should work together to enhance cooperation in trade and…

Minister for Defence and Defence Production Khawaja Muhammad Asif has emphasized the need to explore areas of cooperation with Italy in the field of joint defence production. Talking to Ambassador of Italy, Marilina Armell in Islamabad today, he said Pakistan attaches great importance to its relations with the Republic of…

President Asif Ali Zardari has called for promotion of bilateral trade and business linkages with Singaporean businesses encouraging them to benefit from Pakistan’s investment-friendly policies. He was talking to Pakistan’s newly-appointed High Commissioner to Singapore Rabia Shafiq who called on him in Islamabad today. The President underscored the need to…

President Asif Ali Zardari has lauded the exemplary role and contributions of Armed Forces of Pakistan in safeguarding the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the State. He was talking to Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir who met him at Aiwan-e-Sadar in Islamabad today. The President commended Pak…