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PM proposes to strengthen border security mechanism along Pakistan-Iran frontier
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has proposed to further strengthen border security mechanism along the Pakistan-Iran frontier to make it a symbol of peace, brotherhood, development and prosperity. He was addressing the inaugural ceremony of 100-megawatt Polan-Gabd electricity project at Pakistan-Iran border on Thursday. The Prime Minister said there should be no confusion about the border […]
PM directs to ensure provision of funds for development of Balochistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed to ensure provision of funds for the development of Balochistan as it is directly linked with the progress of Pakistan. He was talking to the commission, constituted to enquire and investigate the grievances of students belonging to Balochistan, which called on him, in Islamabad on Tuesday. The Prime Minister […]
PM Shehbaz blasts judiciary for giving ‘extraordinary’ relief to Imran Khan
Conveying his disappointment towards the judiciary’s biased attitude towards Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif slammed the “double standards of justice” and “extraordinary relief” relief given to his rival in corruption cases. He censured the judiciary for protecting the PTI chief like an iron shield and said that the coalition government would […]
Investment conference will be convened to enhance cooperation b/w Pakistan, Scotland: PM
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that an investment conference will be convened to enhance cooperation between Pakistan and Scotland in diverse fields, including trade, investment, education, water management, wind, and solar technology. He was talking to the media after having a meeting with First Minister of Scotland Humza Yousaf in London on Sunday. Shehbaz Sharif […]
PM, Scotland’s First Minister agree to further cement Pak-Scotland bilateral ties
First Minister of Scotland Hamza Yousaf called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in London on Sunday. Felicitating the First Minister on his election to this important position, the Prime Minister observed that Hamza Yousaf’s election underscored the important and positive contribution of the British Pakistani community to the progress and development of Scotland and […]
Great Initiative by the Prime Minister to Save Pakistani Youth by Increasing Tobacco Tax
Health activists have appreciated government’s stance on increased tobacco taxes. During an event organized by Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC), health activists stated that this decision will help Pakistan’s economy provided that the government remains steadfast by not falling to tobacco industry’s misinformation campaign. Malik Imran, Country Head, Campaign […]
Federal govt committed for development of all regions including AJK: Dar
Minister for Finance Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar has said that federal government is committed for the development and progress of all regions including Azad Jammu and Kashmir. He was talking to the Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir Chaudhry Anwar Ul Haq who called on him in Islamabad on Saturday. The Finance Minister further […]
PM assures all possible cooperation of Pakistan’s govt for development of AJK
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has assured all possible cooperation of the Government of Pakistan for the development of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. He was talking to a delegation led by AJK Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq in Islamabad on Tuesday. Shehbaz Sharif gave assurance to the delegation that issues pertaining to the development funds of Azad Kashmir […]
PM vows to develop Gwadar port in line with Int’l standards
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has vowed to develop the Gwadar port in line with international standards and provide best facilities to the local people of the area. He was talking to Chairman Balochistan National Party Sardar Akhtar Mengal who called on him in Islamabad on Friday. The Prime Minister reiterated that development […]
PM Shehbaz secures vote of confidence from National Assembly
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday obtained the vote of confidence from the National Assembly and commanded the trust of the majority of the Lower House as the Prime Minister of Pakistan. To this respect, a resolution was moved by Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. One hundred and eighty members voted in favour of the […]
It’s overwhelming opinion of all coalition parties that doors of dialogue should not be closed: PM
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says it is overwhelming opinion of all the coalition parties in the government that doors of dialogue should not be closed and setting aside personal ego, talks with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf can be held in the larger interest of the country. Addressing an important meeting of the leaders of coalition parties in […]
PM ‘calls meeting’ of allies tomorrow
Just a day before the Supreme Court will resume hearing to hold general elections to national and provincial assemblies simultaneously, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to convene a meeting of allied parties of the government on Wednesday (tomorrow), well-placed sources said on Tuesday. On April 20, the top court adjourned the hearing of the petition till April 27 […]
State institutions should work within constitutional domain: Faisal Kundi
Special Assistance to Prime Minister on Poverty Alleviation and Social Protection Faisal Karim Kundi says all state institutions should work within their constitutional domain. He expressed these views while talking to various delegations of elders, party workers and media persons in Dera Ismail Khan. Faisal Karim Kundi said the negotiation is a political process which […]
PM not decided to take vote of confidence: Marriyum
Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb says the Prime Minister has not decided to take a vote of confidence. In a tweet on Monday, she said there was no such consultation and there is no need for it. The Minister said, being a unanimous candidate of the people, the party, and the coalition parties, […]
PM launches ‘Constitution Mobile App’ in Islamabad
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif launched “Constitution Mobile App” in Islamabad on Thursday. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said it is a great moment that now the constitution will be accessed through a mobile application. He said it will provide awareness to the youth and citizens of the country about the constitution. The Prime […]
PM reiterates resolve to steer Pakistan out of prevailing crises
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated resolve of the coalition government to steer the country out of the multiple crises it is facing. Chairing a meeting of the coalition parties in Islamabad on Tuesday, he commended the coalition partners for their sincere cooperation in tackling the daunting challenges during the last one year in […]
PM Shehbaz orders massive crackdown against hoarders, profiteers
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered a major crackdown against sugar smuggling, hoarding and profiteering. Chairing a high-level meeting in Lahore on Sunday, the Prime Minister expressed strong resentment over the reports of profiteering and smuggling of essential commodities like sugar. He convened a high-level meeting in Islamabad on Monday to devise a comprehensive country-wide […]
Pakistan would be soon out of all difficulties: PM
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed hope that country would be out of all difficulties soon. He was addressing a ceremony after reviewing the construction work on six-lane overhead bridge of Imamia Colony railways crossing at Shahdara near Lahore on Saturday. He said that there existed economic challenges but the nation would have to decide […]
Pakistan committed to strengthen bilateral ties with Iran in diverse fields: PM
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Iran in all areas of mutual interest, particularly trade, energy cooperation, security and regional stability. During a telephonic conversation with the Iranian President Seyed Ebrahim Raisi on Thursday, he expressed satisfaction on the recent operationalization of Polan-Gabd Electricity Transmission Line and appreciated the […]
Sardar Tanveer Ilyas becomes first AJK PM to be disqualified for contempt of court
In a major setback to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) High Court on Tuesday disqualified Prime Minister of Azad Kashmir Sardar Tanveer Ilyas for contempt of court. The decision of the high court comes after Ilyas was summoned to AJK’s supreme court and high court for using a “threatening tone” in one […]
Govt taking all possible steps to control inflation: PM
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says the government is taking all possible steps to control inflation. He gave the remarks during his visit to free flour distribution centers in Faisalabad on Tuesday. The Prime Minister said free flour bags are being provided to the low income people for the first time in the history of the […]
PM stresses collective efforts to steer Pakistan out of challenges
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has stressed that the country can be steered out of challenges by working together. Speaking at the National Constitutional Convention in the National Assembly Hall in Islamabad today, he said each political party will run election campaign on their respective manifestos, but when there is a realization of the importance […]