Pakistan

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar held a bilateral meeting today with the U.S Secretary of State, Marco Rubio in Washington D.C. During the meeting, the two leaders expressed satisfaction over the positive momentum in the Pak-U.S bilateral relations and exchanged views on the evolving regional and global situation. Marco Rubio…

Pakistan’s Ambassador to France Mumtaz Zahra Baloch participated in a policy dialogue organized by the University of Oxford’s department of Education, on the theme, “How can policies make education equitable for all?” Addressing the policy dialogue, she outlined UNESCO’s education agenda and highlighted its important role in advancing access to…

On the first day of Eid-ul-Azha, a comprehensive cleanliness and monitoring operation is underway in Islamabad under the supervision of the district administration. According to a post on X by Deputy Commissioner Irfan Nawaz Memon, all Assistant Commissioners and field officers are present in different areas of the city under…

President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has extended warm Eid-ul-Azha greetings to President Asif Ali Zardari and the people of Pakistan. In his letter, he termed Eid-ul-Azha as a magnificent Islamic festival that conveys a profound message of goodness, harmony, and brotherhood. The President of Kazakhstan highlighted that Eid-ul-Azha is a…

The second day festivities of Eid-ul-Azha are continuing today with great devotion and passion. Faithful are continuing to perform the ritual sacrifice of animals to commemorate the supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) and Hazrat Ismael (AS). People are visiting the homes of their relatives, friends, loves ones, hosting elaborate…

President Asif Ali Zardari has extended felicitations to the President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, the government and the people of Azerbaijan on their Independence Day. In a message, the President said Pakistan and Azerbaijan are bound by a deep-rooted fraternal relationship that dates back to its independence which draws its…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in their messages on Youm-e-Takbeer have reiterated that Pakistan is a responsible and peace-loving nation that respects international laws and norms. The President in his message said the nuclear tests conducted 28 years ago established Pakistan’s deterrence capability and made…

“Youm-e-Takbeer” is being observed today in remembrance of nuclear tests conducted by Pakistan on May 28, 1998, which made the defence of the country invincible. On this day, Pakistan became the seventh nuclear nation of the world and the first Muslim state having the nuclear arsenal in its defence stockpile.…

On the auspicious occasion of Eid al-Adha, Pakistan Army officers and soldiers deployed along the Line of Control have sent a heartfelt message of greetings to the entire nation. While extending their warmest Eid congratulations, the defenders of the frontiers reaffirmed their unshakeable commitment to ensuring the defense of Pakistan…

Ismaili Community’s Spiritual Leader, Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan, departed from Gilgit today after completing his historic three-day visit to Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. During the visit, he attended various religious and social gatherings in Hunza, Gojal, Gahkuch, Ghizer, Gilgit, and Chitral, where hundreds of thousands of devotees gathered to catch…

Minister of State for Interior, Talal Chaudhry, inaugurated Atatürk Avenue Widening Project in Islamabad today. The Atatürk Avenue has been expanded from 24 feet to 52 feet, which is expected to significantly improve traffic flow. The project also includes modern lighting, drainage systems, walkways, and safety arrangements. Speaking on the…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar will depart from Beijing for New York tomorrow on a three-day visit. In New York, he will participate in the United Nations Security Council Open Debate tomorrow on “Maintenance of International Peace and Security: Upholding the Purposes and Principles of the UN Charter and Strengthening…

Pakistan and China have agreed to maintain close coordination, accelerate implementation of agreed projects and carry forward the bilateral partnership into a new phase of practical, results-oriented and high-quality cooperation. The agreement was reached at a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Beijing today.…

Pakistan and China have signed and exchanged several agreements, Memoranda of Understanding, protocols, and cooperation documents. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chinese Premier Li Qiang witnessed the signing ceremony held in Beijing today. These agreements, MoUs, protocols are aimed at further deepening cooperation in trade, investment, agriculture, science and technology,…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan has played a very sincere role to mediate between the United States and Iran. He expressed these views during delegation-level talks with his Chinese counterpart Li Qiang in Beijing today. The Prime Minister said lots of ground have already been covered and developments…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a very warm and cordial meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing today. The meeting took place against the backdrop of 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Chief of Army Staff and Chief…

Ali Şahin, Member of the Turkish Parliament and President of the Türkiye-Pakistan Parliamentary Friendship Group, has strongly condemned the cowardly terrorist attack that targeted innocent civilians aboard a passenger train in the Balochistan region of Pakistan. In his official statement, Mr. Şahin expressed Türkiye’s full solidarity with Pakistan and reiterated…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has directed authorities concerned to ensure strict security arrangements during Eid-ul-Azha holidays. Chairing a meeting in Lahore today, she directed for installation of metal detectors and walk-through gates at Eid prayer congregations. She also ordered deployment of patrolling teams and women police in markets…

Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Sardar Muhammad Yousaf has urged Pakistani intending pilgrims to demonstrate discipline, patience, and a spirit of global brotherhood during Hajj rituals. In a video message, he congratulated the Pakistani Hujjaj on becoming the guests of Allah. The Minister reminded the pilgrims that they…

The construction of the most significant Kohlu-to-Punjab National Highway is nearing completion with the full support of law enforcement agencies. Under the supervision of the National Highway Authority, blacktopping work on the Kohlu-to-Punjab National Highway has been completed, while construction of bridges is continuing at a fast pace. The highway,…

Eleven Khawarij belonging to Indian-sponsored Fitna-al-Khwarij were killed in Datta Khel area of North Waziristan in last forty-eight hours. According to ISPR, in continuation of series of intelligence-based operations, the security forces engaged multiple Khawarij’s locations in last two days in the area. Weapons and ammunition have also been recovered…