Pakistan

Pakistan has called for the immediate and full implementation of International Court of Justice’s Advisory Opinion regarding Occupied Palestinian Territories. In a statement, Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said the Court’s ruling will be an important step towards ending the Israeli occupation, realization of the inalienable right of the…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif says the government is taking all possible steps to provide business friendly environment to the traders and investors. Presiding over a meeting in Islamabad today, he directed the relevant authorities to formulate a steering committee with respect to the progress on increasing investment and capacity…

Director General Inter-Services Public Relations Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has clarified that Azm-e-Istehkam campaign has been designed with national consensus to eliminate menace of terrorism from the country. Addressing a news conference in Rawalpindi today, he said elements having vested interests intend to make Azam-e-Istehkam controversial. Quoting a declaration…

The post-Hajj operation for 2024 has successfully concluded. In an interview, Senior Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Religious Affairs Dr. Mirza Ali Mehsood congratulated all Pakistani pilgrims on their safe return and the completion of their Hajj rituals. He also expressed his gratitude to the Ministry of Religious Affairs…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved the establishment of forty-five welding workshops in nine cities of the province. Presiding over a meeting in Lahore today, she directed to establish partnerships with renowned industries to assist in internships, apprenticeships, and job placements. She directed promotion of public-private partnerships in…

Pakistan has strongly condemned yesterday’s attack by a gang of extremists on its consulate in Frankfurt, Germany. In a statement today, the Foreign Office conveyed strong protest to the German Government over the failure of its authorities to protect the sanctity and security of the premises of Pakistan’s consulate. The…

A three-day conference on Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystem Nexus for the Security of OIC Countries will begin in Islamabad on Monday. Senate Chairman Yousaf Raza Gilani and Senator Sherry Rehman will jointly inaugurate the conference at Pakistan Academy of Sciences. Over one hundred and forty scientists, academicians, and scholars, industrialists and policy makers…

Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Rasit Meredow is paying a three day visit to Pakistan from tomorrow. He will hold extensive talks with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and call on Pakistani leadership. Talks between the two sides will cover all aspects of bilateral relations. They will also…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has condemned the PTI’s politics of incitement, chaos, and violence to disturb economic stability in the country. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad this afternoon, he said from the day one, the PTI has been pursuing an agenda of creating uncertainty in the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif laid the foundation stone of Jinnah Medical complex in Islamabad today. Spanning over about 800 kanals of land, the medical center will comprise of modern state of the art medical facilities including treatment for the most complicated diseases of lungs, heart, kidney and cancer. Addressing the…

To overcome the current economic difficulties, Pakistan needs political stability and consistency in its policies. The history, culture, food, and people of Pakistan are all unparalleled; brave and educated young people are Pakistan’s asset. Mehmet öz Türk In a meeting with Abdul Qadir and Pakistan-origin Turkish journalist Abdul Hamid Chohan,…

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has predicted monsoon rains in Punjab, with strong winds likely in most districts from July 22 to 25. PDMA’s  spokesperson told media on Saturday that heavy rain and wind are expected in South Punjab between July 23 and 24. The districts likely to…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday directed the concerned authorities to expedite process of implementing the agreements and Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) made with the Chinese government and companies, saying that delay in implementation of the agreements would not be tolerated. China is a time tested friend of Pakistan…

Former Prime Minister Azad Jammu and Kashmir Sardar Attique Ahmed Khan has stressed world community for result-oriented efforts towards resolving the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. Talking to a private news channel, he urged to continue raising the Kashmir issue on all international forums to ensure implementation of UN resolutions on…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, President Asif Ali Zardari and Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar have expressed deep grief and sorrow over the death of US Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and co-chairperson of the Congressional Pakistan Caucus. In their separate statements today, they said she was a champion for  stronger…

Pakistan has expressed its commitment to accelerating and expanding CPEC including extending its benefits to Afghanistan for regional peace and security. Speaking during the UN Security Council debate on cooperation between the UN and regional and sub-regional organizations in New York, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Munir Akram…

Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain says a comprehensive plan has been prepared to ensure food security for future generations. Talking to a private news channel, he said this comprehensive strategy is a beacon of hope for the sector’s revitalization and a testament to the government’s commitment to…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed ICJ’s historic advisory opinion on Israeli atrocities in occupied Palestinian territory. In a post on his X handle, the Prime Minister said the ICJ ruling that Israel must  end its occupation and illegal settlements is vindication of the legitimate struggle of the brave Palestinian…

Justice (retired) Maqbool Baqar on Thursday declined an offer to serve as an ad hoc judge of the Supreme Court, becoming the second judge to refuse the appointment following criticism. Days before his announcement, retired Supreme Court judge Mushir Alam had turned down the offer to work as an ad…

Pakistan Railways has announced one percent to two percent fare increase for all trains from tomorrow. In a press release, Pakistan Railways said that fares would be increased by one percent for all mail, express, intercity, and passenger trains, including outsourced services. The fares for all freight trains have been…

Pakistan has expressed resolve to accelerate national efforts to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Making a statement at the General Debate of the UN High Level Political Forum (HLPF) in New York, Pakistan’s Acting Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Usman Jadoon said we have made progress in SDG implementation.…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has accorded approval in principle for the conduct of National Drug Survey. Chairing a meeting of the committee for the National Drug Survey, in Islamabad, he directed to finalize matters related to survey within fifteen days. Under this exercise, data of persons using drugs will be…