Pakistan
President, PM felicitate nation on Independence Day
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have extended their greetings to the entire nation on the occasion of Independence Day. In their separate messages, they called upon all Pakistanis to contribute to the country’s progress in whatever field they serve. President Asif Ali Zardari, in his message,…
Read More »Services Chiefs reiterate resolve to defend motherland
Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, and Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu have extended heartfelt felicitations to the nation on the auspicious occasion of Pakistan’s Independence Day…
Read More »Nation celebrates Independence Day today with national zeal, fervour
The nation is celebrating 80th Independence Day today with national zeal and Fervour and a renewed pledge to work with the spirit of Pakistan Movement to make the country a true Islamic welfare state. The colorful celebrations will reflect the country’s rich cultural heritage, national spirit and the remarkable journey…
Read More »President, PM reaffirm resolve to eliminate terrorism
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadar in Islamabad today. He felicitated the President on the occasion of Independence Day. The Prime Minister also briefed the President on the historic peace agreement reached among Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan in Makkah. President Asif Ali Zardari…
Read More »Shaza lauds NDMA’s efforts to strengthen disaster preparedness
Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja has appreciated the efforts of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) towards leveraging modern technology for strengthening national disaster preparedness and response. She expressed these views while visiting National Emergencies Operation Centre at the NDMA Headquarters in Islamabad. During the visit, the…
Read More »Nation to celebrate Independence Day tomorrow with national zeal
The nation celebrates Independence Day tomorrow with national zeal and fervour and a renewed pledge to work with the spirit of Pakistan Movement to make the country a true Islamic welfare state. A grand Independence Day programme will be held at Yaadgar-e-Fatah in Islamabad tonight. The colourful celebrations will reflect…
Read More »Pakistan committed to strengthen longstanding ties with Iran: Kh Asif
Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthen its longstanding brotherly relations with Iran. He expressed these views while talking to the Ambassador of Iran to Pakistan, Dr. Reza Amiri Moghaddam, in Islamabad. Both dignitaries discussed matters of mutual interest.
Read More »Dar orders intensified efforts to ensure release of Pakistani hostages
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has directed to intensify efforts for the safe and early release of ten Pakistani hostages hijacked by pirates off the Somali coast. He was chairing a high-level meeting to review the matter in Islamabad today. Ishaq Dar instructed all relevant stakeholders to maintain close and…
Read More »Pakistan, Norway vow to expand defence, security cooperation
A high-level Norwegian delegation led by Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide called on Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir in Rawalpindi today. During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, regional security and bilateral relations between Pakistan and the Kingdom of…
Read More »Pakistan, Norway agree to strengthen people-to-people ties
Pakistan and Norway have agreed to strengthen their people-to-people ties. An understanding to this effect came at delegation level talks between the two countries at the foreign office in Islamabad today. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar represented Pakistani delegation while the Norwegian side by its Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide.…
Read More »CM Maryam reviews Punjab’s digital transformation initiatives
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif chaired a video link meeting in Lahore today to review the province’s digital transformation initiatives. The meeting was told that more than 6,000 government systems have been connected to the central system of Punjab Information Technology Board, while 600 organizations have been digitally linked…
Read More »Rescue 1122 Holds Awareness and Training Seminar for Volunteers on International Youth Day
District Emergency Officer Rescue 1122 Khushab, Ali Hussain, said that an awareness and training seminar was organized at the Rescue 1122 office in Khushab for rescue volunteers in connection with International Youth Day 2026. The seminar aimed to highlight the vital role of youth and volunteers, educate them on effectively…
Read More »Security forces kill five terrorists in Balochistan
Security forces have killed five terrorists belonging to Fitna Al Hindustan during a high-tempo, intelligence-driven operation in Panjgur district of Balochistan. According to ISPR, the operation was executed as part of a relentless, ongoing counter-terrorism campaign dedicated to eliminating Indian-sponsored proxies and restoring enduring peace in the region. In addition…
Read More »Pakistan, EU reaffirm commitment to democratic values
Pakistan and the European Union have reaffirmed the importance of democratic values, the rule of law, and the protection of human rights as shared priorities and agreed on the need to further strengthen mutual cooperation and engagement. The understanding was reached during a meeting between Minister for Law, Justice and…
Read More »DPM saddened over deaths in Colombia earthquake
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has expressed deep sadness at the loss of precious lives and the devastation caused by the recent earthquake in Colombia. In a post on the social media platform X, he expressed heartfelt condolences and sympathies to the bereaved families who have lost…
Read More »Pakistan, Senegal vow to strengthen bilateral relations
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar spoke with the Foreign Minister of Senegal, Cheikh Niang, today [Tuesday]. The two Ministers expressed their commitment to further strengthening Pakistan-Senegal bilateral relations across all areas of mutual interest. They also agreed to enhance ongoing cooperation and coordination at multilateral fora, particularly…
Read More »Pakistan, Indonesia vow to strengthen bilateral cooperation
Pakistan and Indonesia have reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation in key priority areas and emphasized the importance of maintaining close contacts. This came during a telephone conversation between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono today. The two leaders exchanged views…
Read More »9th session of Pakistan-Belarus Ministerial Commission being held in Islamabad today
The 9th Session of the Pakistan–Belarus Joint Ministerial Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation will be held in Islamabad today (Wednesday). An 18-member high-level Belarusian delegation led by Minister of Energy Dzianis Maroz has arrived in Islamabad. Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan and Dzianis Maroz will co-chair the…
Read More »Pakistan, Azerbaijan express resolve to cement bilateral ties
Pakistan and Azerbaijan have reaffirmed their commitment to further enhancing bilateral cooperation, particularly in the fields of defence and aviation. This came at a meeting between Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif and the outgoing Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Pakistan, Khazar Farhadov, in Islamabad today. The Minister appreciated the Ambassador’s contributions…
Read More »PM expresses grief over loss of lives in Colombia earthquake
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep grief and sorrow over the tragic loss of lives and widespread devastation caused by the powerful earthquake in Colombia. In a post on X handle, he extended heartfelt condolences to President Abelardo De La Espriella, the people of Colombia, and all the families…
Read More »PM lauds outgoing Kazakh envoy’s role in cementing Pak-Kazakh ties
The Ambassador of Kazakhstan, Yerzhan Kistafin, paid a farewell call on Prime Minister Mohammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad upon completion of his tenure. The Prime Minister appreciated the Kazakh Ambassador’s valuable contribution towards further strengthening the historic bonds of friendship and cooperation between Pakistan and Kazakhstan during his tenure. He…
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