Pakistan

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called upon Pakistanis living home and abroad to extend their utmost support to their fellow countrymen in the relief and rehabilitation efforts in the aftermath of floods. In his message on International Charity Day, he said the flood affected population has suffered severe losses to…

The 9th Monsoon spell is expected to continue for the next 24 to 48 hours. According to the National Disaster Management Authority, further rainfall is likely in the northern regions of the country during this period. In the past 24 hours, heavy rains have been recorded in Narowal, Sialkot, Gujranwala,…

King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre has begun distributing emergency relief to families severely affected by floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Aid is being delivered across the hardest-hit districts, including Buner, Swat, Shangla, Battagram, Mansehra, Dir Upper, Dir Lower, Swabi, and other impacted areas. In response to the crisis, KSrelief…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has imposed an immediate ban on chopping of trees in forests and auctioning timber across the province. The directive issued today stated that the traditional timber auction system has been stopped to prevent deforestation. Furthermore, new rules will be framed using modern technology and…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have strongly condemned explosion in Quetta, which targeted a political gathering of Balochistan National Party. The President in a statement directed the relevant institutions to launch a comprehensive investigation into the incident and ensure that the perpetrators are brought to…

President Asif Ali Zardari has extended heartfelt felicitations to the government and people of the People’s Republic of China on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Victory Day, marking the victory of China in the World Anti-Fascist War. In his message, he said 3rd September is a powerful reminder…

Pakistan Army, civil administration and other departments continue relief operations in flood affected areas of South Punjab. The protective embankment at Ganda Singh Wala on the Sutlej River has broken and there is a high-level flood at Head Sulemanki. Twelve relief camps have been set up by the Pakistan Army…

At China’s grand 80th World War II anniversary parade in Beijing, President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived together at the venue. The Indian Prime Minister was not invited to this parade. The presence of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif alongside the leaders of Asia’s…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif visited Anzhen Hospital in Beijing. He reviewed available facilities at the hospital. The Prime Minister appreciated the hospital administration for the efficient system, modern technology and excellent services. The Prime Minister directed Interior Minister Mohsin Raza Naqvi and the Ministry of Health to ensure the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has affirmed Pakistan’s desire to strengthen relations with Russia for the good, progress, and prosperity of the region. He expressed this aspiration during his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing today. Prime Minister Sharif noted that both countries are making sincere efforts to promote…

A delegation of Parliamentarians led by Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq visited National Emergencies Operation Center in Islamabad. Chairman NDMA Lieutenant General Inam Haider Malik gave a detailed briefing on the monsoon and flood situation to parliamentarians. He informed about NDMA’s measures for all incidents occurring during monsoon, floods,…

Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar called Acting Afghan FM Amir Khan Muttaqi to convey condolences on the tragic loss of lives in devastating earthquake in Afghanistan. Deputy Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s solidarity with the Afghan people, and assured readiness to extend all possible support as required by the Afghan…

Minister for Water Resources Muhammad Mueen Wattoo has said surveys are being carried out to estimate the losses caused by the floods to crops and homes. Speaking in the National Assembly on a motion regarding the situation arising out of the flood situation, he assured that the flood affected people…

Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal has said CPEC 2.0 will take Pakistan-China cooperation to new heights. He made the remarks during his visit to Tianjin, China to discuss new avenues of Pakistan-China cooperation under CPEC 2.0. He said the second phase of CPEC presents immense opportunities to strengthen…

Pakistan and Tajikistan have agreed to enhance collaboration in diverse fields including trade and investment, connectivity, energy, regional security, culture, and people-to-people exchanges. This came at a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon in Beijing today. Both the leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further…

Pakistan and China have reaffirmed their shared commitment and resolve to further strengthen the iron-clad, all-weather strategic cooperative partnership. The resolve was expressed during the most warm and extremely cordial meeting between Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and President Xi Jinping of the People’s Republic of China at the Great…

The coordinated strategy of the government and military leadership has strengthened Pakistan’s global position and convinced the world to recognize Pakistan’s sacrifices, foresightedness and vision. The victory in the Marka-e-Haq recognized Pakistan as a dignified and responsible state not only in the military domain, but also at the diplomatic front.…

Pakistan Army is continuing rescue operation in Jhang, Chiniot, and surrounding areas to help the flood victims. Army personnel rescued individuals trapped in the floods using boats and transferred them to safe locations. The rescued people include elderly citizens, children and women. Pakistan Army, in coordination with civil administration, is…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have paid heartfelt tribute to All Parties Hurriyat Conference founding leader Syed Ali Gilani on his fourth martyrdom anniversary for his unparalleled struggle for the rights of oppressed people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. In his message, the President said…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized the importance of further strengthening political and economic ties between Pakistan and Iran. During a meeting with the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, on the sidelines of the Council of Heads of Member States of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) meeting…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to the SCO charter.   Addressing the 25th meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the SCO at Tianjin in China, he also reaffirmed the steadfast resolve to uphold the noble values of the Shanghai spirit.  He noted the SCO…