Pakistan

President Asif Ali Zardari has emphasized expanding trade and economic cooperation with Oman in IT, construction, healthcare, food security and energy sectors. He was talking to Ambassador of Oman to Pakistan, Fahad Sulaiman Khalaf Alkharusi in Islamabad on Wednesday. During the meeting, ways to further promote bilateral cooperation were discussed.…

By : Shabana Ayaz In solemn remembrance of India’s illegal and unilateral actions of August 5, 2019, the Embassy of Pakistan in Ankara observed Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir, marking six years since the revocation of Jammu and Kashmir’s special status under Articles 370 and 35-A. The commemorative event, held in collaboration with Keçiören…

The process of voluntary repatriation the Afghan nationals, holding Proof of Registration (PoR) cards to Afghanistan, shall commence with immediate effect. It was decided by the Interior Ministry under the ongoing implementation of the Illegal Foreign Repatriation Plan (IFRP), at a high level meeting while considering security threats and increasing…

Youm-e-Istehsal Kashmir was observed today [Tuesday] to express support for the Kashmiri people’s right to freedom and protest against India’s illegal and unilateral action of August 5, 2019. It was on this day in 2019 that India unilaterally and illegally stripped Jammu and Kashmir of its special status, the action…

Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf undertook an official visit to Turkiye, during which he was conferred the prestigious Legion of Merit by the Turkish Armed Forces. The award was presented by Commander of the Turkish Naval Forces, Admiral Ercument Tatlioglu, in recognition of Admiral Naveed Ashraf’s efforts to strengthen defence…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have paid tribute to the resilience of the Kashmiri people and reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering moral, political and diplomatic support for their right to self-determination. In their messages on Youm-e-Istehsal, they called upon the international community to urge India to halt its…

Pakistan has rejected baseless and unfounded allegations of the involvement of its citizens in the conflict in Ukraine. The Foreign Office in a statement on Tuesday, said the Government of Pakistan categorically rejects the baseless and unfounded allegations of the involvement of Pakistani nationals in the conflict in Ukraine. To…

Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazeer Tarar has invited the opposition to come to the dialogue table to find a way forward in resolving the issues. Responding to points raised by the opposition benches, he stated that the government is open to dialogue, emphasizing that tearing documents will not…

King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre has completed the distribution of six-thousand food packages to families affected by natural disasters across ten districts of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.  The food packages, weighing ninety-five kilograms each, have been distributed in areas including Muzaffarabad, Jhelum Valley, Neelum Valley, Kotli, Bhimber, Mirpur,…

President Asif Ali Zardari has said that Pakistan attaches great importance to its multi-dimensional partnership with the European Union.  He was speaking to the outgoing Head of the European Union Delegation to Pakistan, Dr. Riina Kionka, who called on him in Islamabad today (Tuesday).   The President said that a…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has said India must revoke all illegal actions taken on August 5, 2019, end its oppressive measures in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, and lift the media blackout in the region. He was addressing a rally taken out in connection with Youm-e-Istehsal from Foreign…

The National Assembly has reiterated that Pakistan will never compromise on the right of the Kashmiri people to self-determination as guaranteed under international law and UN resolutions. To this respect, the House today unanimously passed a resolution moved by Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan Engineer Amir Muqam in Urdu…

New Chairman of WAPDA, Lieutenant General (Retired) Muhammad Saeed, called on Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Monday. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has congratulated Lieutenant General (Retired) Muhammad Saeed on his appointment as Chairman WAPDA after the approval of federal cabinet. The Prime Minister expressed good wishes for Muhammad…

Youm-e-Istehsaal will be observed tomorrow to express support for the Kashmiri people’s right to freedom and protest India’s illegal and unilateral action of August 5, 2019. It was on this day in 2019 that India unilaterally and illegally stripped Jammu and Kashmir of its special status, the action which has…

NDMA’s National Emergencies Operation Center has predicted a fresh westerly wave will arrive in the country on Tuesday, which may intensify rainfall activity in upper and central Pakistan till 10th of this month. As a result, increased flows are expected in all major rivers, particularly the Jhelum and Chenab. River…

Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam has said the visit of Iranian President to Pakistan marks a significant milestone and a new chapter in the longstanding relationship between the two nations. In a post on his X handle, he expressed gratitude to Pakistani government and nation for the…

Nationwide observances are being held today to mark National Police Martyrs’ Day, paying tribute to the courage and sacrifices of police officers who laid down their lives in the line of duty. Special ceremonies and events are taking place across the country to honour the bravery of fallen heroes and…

The Economist in its article has appreciated Field Marshal Asim Munir’s effort in improving Pakistan-US relations. According to the article, Asim Munir is giving a new direction to the US-Pakistan relations. The British weekly noted that Asim Munir’s private meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House marked the…

Pakistan has strongly condemned the provocative and deeply offensive desecration of Al-Aqsa Mosque by thousands of Israeli settlers, including senior Israeli ministers, officials, and members of the Knesset, shielded by brutal Israeli occupying forces. In a statement, Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan said the presence and statements of senior…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was briefed on the recent flood situation and the progress of ongoing development projects during meetings with Governor Gilgit-Baltistan Syed Mehdi Shah and Chief Minister Gulbar Khan in Gilgit. Governor Shah updated the Prime Minister on the damage caused by recent rains and floods, as well…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized the need for concerted and vigorous efforts to effectively deal with the challenge of climate change. Chairing a meeting in Gilgit today regarding the damage caused by recent rains and floods in Gilgit-Baltistan, he directed the Ministry of Climate Change to adopt a more…