Pakistan

President Asif Ali Zardari has conferred the Nishan-e-Pakistan on Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at a Special Investiture Ceremony, held at Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad today (Wednesday).  The President conferred the award to the President of Kazakhstan in recognition of his contribution to strengthening Pakistan-Kazakhstan relations. The ceremony was attended by, among…

Pakistan and Kazakhstan have reaffirmed to further strengthen their strategic partnership. The resolve was expressed during a meeting between President Asif Ali Zardari and his counterpart of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in Islamabad today. The two Presidents first held a tête-à-tête meeting, during which they exchanged views on key bilateral, regional…

Chief of Defence Forces and the Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, has said that no terrorist and its facilitator will be spared, and all will be dealt strictly as per law and that no one can rationalize violence and terrorism on any pretext. He expressed these…

The President Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev is arriving in Islamabad today on a two-day state visit to Pakistan.  He will lead a high-level delegation comprising senior cabinet ministers and prominent business leaders. During his stay, he will meet President Asif Ali Zardari, hold delegation-level talks with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and…

Sergeant Malik Saifullah Jasra of Para Force District Khushab has been awarded a Certificate of Appreciation by SDEO PERA Force District Khushab, Saad Shoaib, in recognition of his outstanding services. On this occasion, congratulations and best wishes were extended to him by public, social, educational, literary, and journalistic circles. It…

A massive rally titled Pakistan and Pak Army Zindabad was organized in Barkhan district of Balochistan. Thousands of people carrying the national flag participated in the rally, which was led by Provincial Minister Sardar Abdul Rehman Khetran. On the occasion, Sardar Abdul Rehman Khetran said people from far-flung areas have…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz says a special control room has been set up in Lahore for monitoring during Basant celebrations. Talking to media in Lahore, she said that Basant is not just a festival but a collective spirit of the people of Punjab. She further said that Basant is…

Pakistan and Libya have reaffirmed their resolve to further diversify and strengthen the scope of existing bilateral defence relationship. This came at a meeting between Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf and Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Arab Armed Forces Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar in Islamabad today. During the meeting,…

The National Assembly today passed a resolution, strongly condemning the recent terrorist incidents in Balochistan. The resolution, moved by Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhary, commended the timely and effective action of security forces, law enforcement agencies, provincial government of Balochistan and civil administration and expressed solidarity with the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to fostering friendly relations with Libya and emphasized the importance of continued engagement and dialogue. He was talking to a high-level Libyan delegation that called on him in Islamabad today. The Libyan delegation included Dr. Osama Saad Hamad, Prime Minister of the…

Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has arrived in Pakistan on a two-day official visit. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received the Kazakh leader at the airport. A twenty-one-gun salute was presented to the visiting dignitary, while children dressed in traditional attire presented a bouquet of flowers to…

World Bank President Mr. Ajay Pal Singh Banga paid a special visit to the historic Gurdwara Guru Sri Singh Sabha located in Khushab. On this occasion, the distinguished guests were accorded a warm and gracious welcome. Member Provincial Assembly Malik Muhammad Asif Bhah warmly received Mr. Ajay Pal Singh Banga…

Ministry of Religious Affairs has urged the intending pilgrims to complete their biometric for Hajj Visa endorsement using the “Saudi Visa Bio” app without any delay. In a statement, the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Religious Affairs said if biometric registration cannot be completed via the app, Hajj pilgrims should…

Chief of the Turkish General Staff, General Selcuk Bayraktaroglu, called on Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi today. Upon his arrival at the General Headquarters, he was presented with the guard of honour by a smartly turned…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar received the Representative of the President of Azerbaijan on Special Assignments, Khalaf Khalafov, in Islamabad today. During the meeting, Khalaf Khalafov briefed the Deputy Prime Minister on ongoing and forthcoming initiatives under Azerbaijan’s Chairmanship of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s resolve to further strengthen bilateral relations with Azerbaijan, in all areas of mutual interest. He was talking to Representative of the President of Azerbaijan on Special Assignments, Khalaf Khalafov in Islamabad today. Shehbaz Sharif stressed upon the need for Pakistan and Azerbaijan to…

Foreign Office says Pakistan will not become a party to Abraham Accord. At his weekly news briefing in Islamabad today, Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi emphasized that Pakistan’s position on Palestine remains unchanged. He clarified it is a misconception that joining the Board of Peace is in any way connected…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said Pakistan is committed to working closely with the European Union on mutually beneficial trade enhancement initiatives, especially through the GSP Plus. He was talking to EU Ambassador Raimundas Karoblis, who called on him in Islamabad today. The Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further…

Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defense Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has reaffirmed that Pakistan Armed Forces remain fully prepared to defend Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity against all threats. Addressing the troops after witnessing a high-intensity Field Exercise “Steadfast Resolve,” at Khairpur Tamewali (KPT), he emphasized…

The government has decided to link Kartarpur and Nankana Sahib with the national motorway network. This was announced by Minister for Communication Abdul Aleem Khan, while chairing a meeting in Islamabad today. He directed the National Highway Authority to commence construction on the Sialkot-Kartarpur Motorway, which will be named the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has underscored the importance of sustained dialogue and diplomatic engagement for promoting peace, security and development in the region. He expressed these views during a telephonic conversation with Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian today. The two leaders exchanged views on the evolving regional situation. Reflecting the…