Pakistan
Perpetrators of Besham attack will be brought to justice swiftly: PM
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has instructed for a thorough joint investigation into the terrorist attack on Chinese nationals, utilizing all resources of the state. He gave these instructions, while chairing an emergency meeting in Islamabad today, in the aftermath of Besham terrorist attack on Chinese nationals working on Dassu Hydel…
Read More »President calls on provinces to prioritize primary, secondary education for orphans
President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday urged provincial governments to take special measures aimed at ensuring access to primary and secondary education for orphaned children across the country.Stressing the need to actively participate in the cause of education, training and care of orphans, the president said the support and education…
Read More »President lauds valour of security forces to foil Turbat terror attack
President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday lauded the security forces for their successful operation to foil a terrorist attack at the Naval Base in Turbat. The president, in a statement, said that timely and effective action by the security forces to thwart the attack was appreciable.He also lauded the valour…
Read More »Pakistan condemns cowardly terror attack in Besham: ISPR
The whole nation stands in solidarity with our Chinese brothers and unequivocally condemn this cowardly act. According to a statement issued by the ISPR, the recent incidents of terrorism in Pakistan, notably in Gwadar, Turbat, and Besham, are dastardly acts aimed at destabilizing the internal security situation. While the first…
Read More »PM expresses solidarity with China following Besham terror attack
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited embassy of China in Islamabad today and condoled with the Chinese ambassador Jiang Zaidong over the death of five Chinese citizens in the terrorist incident in Besham. He said the sympathies of entire Pakistani nation are with the bereaved families of the deceased Chinese citizens.…
Read More »Five Chinese, one Pakistani national killed in terror attack near Besham: FO
Five Chinese and one Pakistani national were killed in a terrorist attack near Besham in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa today. In a statement, Foreign Office said, Pakistan will continue to work with Chinese brothers in ensuring safety and security of Chinese nationals, projects and institutions in Pakistan. Strongly condemning terrorist attack in…
Read More »Govt committed to expeditiously advance economic reforms agenda: Attaullah Tarar
Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has expressed government’s determination to expeditiously advance economic reforms agenda. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad on Monday, he said the government under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is making all out efforts to address the economic challenges. He said the…
Read More »President underscores need to enhance economic, cultural ties with Cote d’Ivoire
President Asif Ali Zardari has underscored the need to enhance economic and cultural ties with Cote d’Ivoire for the mutual benefit of the two countries. He was talking to the Ambassador designate of Pakistan to Cote d’Ivoire Mahmood Akhtar Mahmood, who called on him in Islamabad on Monday. The President…
Read More »FM calls for early conclusion of Pak-UK Enhanced Strategic agreement
Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar has emphasized early conclusion of Enhanced Strategic Partnership agreement with United Kingdom to further strengthen the bilateral ties. He received a telephone call from British Foreign Secretary Lord David Cameron today. Reiterating the importance of Pakistan-UK relations, Ishaq Dar said Pakistan and UK have longstanding,…
Read More »FM reiterates Pakistan’s support for Palestinian cause
Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Palestinian cause and called for an urgent and unconditional ceasefire in Gaza. He was talking to Palestinian Ambassador Ahmed Jawad A. A. Rabei paid a courtesy call on in Islamabad today. The ambassador also conveyed his warm wishes to…
Read More »PM expresses desire to expand Pakistan-Germany trade ties
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed the desire to expand trade and investment between Pakistan and Germany. He was talking to German Ambassador Alfred Grannas, who called on him in Islamabad today. While noting the positive trajectory of bilateral ties, the Prime Minister said there is a great potential for…
Read More »PM directs to make track, trace system functional to prevent tax evasion
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the authorities concerned to make the track and trace system fully functional in all sectors, including tobacco, cement, sugar, and fertilizer industries, to prevent tax evasion. Chairing a meeting regarding the track and trace system in Islamabad today, he decided to take measures against…
Read More »PM urges electronic media to support govt’s efforts for country’s development
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged the electronic media to support government’s efforts for the development and prosperity of Pakistan. He was talking to a delegation of Pakistan Broadcasters Association, comprising Shakeel Masood, Mir Ibrahim, Mian Amir Mahmood and Sultan Lakhani, in Islamabad today. The Prime Minister said protection of…
Read More »Pakistan Railways to run four special trains on Eid-ul-Fitr
The Pakistan Railways will run four special trains to facilitate passengers on Eid-ul-Fitr. Pakistan Railways runs special Eid trains every year to facilitate passengers heading to or coming from Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Rawalpindi and Quetta. A majority of those working in other cities, travel to hometowns before Eid and return…
Read More »Steps underway for providing relief to public during Ramadan: Tanveer
Federal Minister for Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain says government is taking measures to provide relief to the public during Holy month of Ramadan. Talking to newsmen after visiting a Utility Stores in Lahore on Sunday, he said public service is being done in Punjab, under Chief Minister Maryam…
Read More »FM urges int’l organizations to cooperate in coping energy crisis
Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar has urged international organizations to cooperate with Pakistan help to cope it with energy crisis. Addressing a news conference in London, he said government would implement a five year road map to put Pakistan on path of economic progress and bring down inflation to lessen…
Read More »Pakistan committed to promoting trade, people-to-people ties with Afghanistan: FO
oreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch has said Pakistan is committed to promoting trade and people-to-people ties with Afghanistan. She said this in a statement today. The spokesperson further said for this purpose, Secretary Commerce Khurrum Agha will undertake a 2-day visit to Afghanistan from tomorrow to discuss trade related…
Read More »Pakistan, Saudi Arabia stand proudly together at all times: PM
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan and Saudi Arabia stand proudly together at all times and on all occasions. In a tweet today, he recalled his meeting with Minister for Defence of Saudi Arabia Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud who was Guest of honour at the Pakistan…
Read More »PM orders upgrade of road network to link Reqo Dik project with Gwadar
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized appropriate planning regarding the communication infrastructure, especially the railway line, to take full advantage of minerals in Balochistan. Chairing a meeting on Mines and Minerals of Balochistan with special context to Reqo Dik Project in Lahore today, he instructed the up-gradation of the existing…
Read More »PAKISTAN DAY CELEBRATED IN ANKARA
The National Day of Pakistan was celebrated with traditional zeal and fervor at the Embassy of Pakistan in Ankara. Ambassador of Pakistan to Turkiye, Dr. Yousaf Junaid hoisted the Pakistan flag to the tune of the national anthem in the presence of distinguished guests and Pakistani community. Special messages from…
Read More »Pakistan, Saudi Arabia to work together, further enhance bilateral cooperation
Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have reiterated their resolve to work together and further enhance bilateral cooperation for the mutual benefit of the two brotherly countries. This was discussed at a meeting between President Asif Ali Zardari and the visiting Defence Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia…
Read More »PM, Saudi Defence Mnister discuss security, regional issues
Prince Khalid Bin Salman Bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif here at the Prime Minister House on Saturday and discussed in detail bilateral matters, regional peace, security and situation in the region. Minister for Defence Khawaja Asif and Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim…
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