Pakistan

Acting President Yousaf Raza Gillani has called for providing maximum relief to the people in the upcoming budget. Talking to Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in Islamabad today, he said a comprehensive strategy is required to enhance revenue collection. The Finance Minister briefed the acting president about the upcoming budget and…

Minister for Power Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari has directed the power distribution companies to improve their overall performance and minimize load-shedding duration. Addressing a press conference in Islamabad today, he instructed the distribution companies to present detail of demand and supply of electricity on daily basis before the public. He…

Pakistan and Azerbaijan have reiterated their commitment to further improve bilateral cooperation in the areas of economy, trade, energy, connectivity, and people-to-people contacts. The understanding to this effect came during a meeting of Acting President, Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani, and the visiting Foreign Minister of Azerbaijan, Jeyhun Bayramov in Islamabad…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stressed the need to further strengthen mutually beneficial Pakistan-Azerbaijan cooperation in trade, investment, energy and security domains. He was talking to Minister of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov, who paid a courtesy call on him in Islamabad today. The Prime Minister expressed appreciation that…

The International Day of UN Peacekeepers is being observed today to highlight role of UN peacekeeping forces for world peace. The theme for 2024 International Day of UN Peacekeepers is “Fit for the future, building better together”. In a statement, ISPR said Pakistan’s contributions to UN peacekeeping are a testament…

Aamer Ahmed Atozai, Consul General of Pakistan, New York participated in an exclusive Breakfast Reception hosted by New York City Mayor Eric Adams at his official residence. The prestigious event was organized by the Society of Foreign Consuls in New York, fostering international diplomacy and collaboration. During the reception, Consul…

In Balochistan, at least 28 people including women and children were killed and 20 others injured when a passenger bus fell into a deep ravine in District Washuk on Wednesday.The injured have been shifted to nearby hospital for treatment. Acting President Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz…

The government is pursuing zero tolerance policy towards smuggling, hoarding and power pilferage. Measures under the Special Investment Facilitation Council, effective from September last year,  have resulted in scores of arrests and recoveries of billions of rupees. During the anti-smuggling operation, a total of 3,036 metric tons of fertilizer smuggling…

Pakistan has reaffirmed the resolve to cooperate with Central Asian countries to boost economic and trade activities in the region. The expression was made by Minister for Privatization and Board of Investment Abdul Aleem Khan while addressing ‘Road to Tien Shan’ regional forum in Tajikistan. The Minister said international trade…

Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Chaudhry Salik Hussain has said Pakistan will provide vocational training to Sri Lankan students in the medical and religious fields. Talking to Sri Lankan Minister of Religious and Cultural Affairs Vidura Wickramanayake, who called on him in Islamabad today, he said the number…

The Finance Ministry says signs of economy stability are becoming more evident. In its monthly economic update and outlook report, the finance ministry states that the GDP growth is on the recovery path while inflation continues its steady decline. Fiscal consolidation efforts are apparent from the positive primary balance, and…

Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal received an award from the Asian Productivity Organization in Kuala Lumpur today for his outstanding contribution to socio-economic development efforts through policy, strategic thinking, effective leadership and management. The awarded was given to the Minister on the occasion of the 66th meeting of…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated Pakistan’s resolve to continue to play its role in safeguarding and enforcing global peace and making this world a better and more peaceful place for present and succeeding generations. In his message on the occasion of International Day of UN Peacekeepers, the Prime Minister…

Muhammad Nawaz Sharif has been elected new President of Pakistan Muslim League N unopposed. This was announced by Chief Election Commissioner for intra-party elections, Rana Sanaullah Khan during General Council Meeting of PML N in Lahore today. He said no other nomination papers were filed for the intra party elections…

Pakistan and Hungary have agreed to work together on maintaining a positive trajectory in bilateral relations and explore new areas of cooperation. The understanding to this effect came during the 6th round of Pakistan-Hungary bilateral political consultations that was held in Budapest. Additional Foreign Secretary Europe Ambassador Shafqat Ali Khan…

Senior Puisne Judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah called on the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada Richard Wagner, in Ottawa and discussed judicial collaboration. They underscored the importance of continuous judicial education and training. They agreed to initiate exchange programs for…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has announced five initiatives for the convenience of the residents of federal capital territory. During a visit to CDA Headquarters in Islamabad, he declared the establishment of Capital Emergency Services, Capital Waste Management Company, Capital Safe City Authority and Central Business District in Islamabad. He said…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has said Youm-e-Takbeer is a golden and memorable day in Pakistan’s history. In his message on the occasion of Youm-e-Takbeer, he said on this day Pakistan declared that no one can enslave it. He said the then Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif proved to…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed Pakistan’s desire to increase cooperation with China on a priority basis in the areas of agriculture, information technology and energy as well as to boost its exports to China. Chairing a meeting in Islamabad today regarding enhancing cooperation with China in various fields, the…

The Acting President, the Prime Minister and the Services Chiefs have felicitated the nation on the observance of the 26th anniversary of Youm-e-Takbeer. In his message on the day, Acting President Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani has reiterated the resolve to continue working towards a peaceful and stable world. He said, on this…

The nation is observing Youm-e-Takbeer today with national zeal and enthusiasm. The day dawned with special prayers in the mosques for the peace and prosperity of the country. It is public holiday today. It was twenty-six years ago on this day in 1998 that Pakistan had conducted nuclear tests in…