Lahore: Pakistan this week obtained $500 million as the second payment from the $1.3 billion facility provided by the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC). Senator Ishaq Dar, the Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, shared the news on Twitter, stating that the State Bank of Pakistan has received the payment in its account, […]
Read MoreCGTN Islamabad: Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week said that Pakistan is looking forward to participating in Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) summit that is to take place in China this autumn. While speaking with the state broadcaster China Global Television Network (CGTN), the foreign minister said that he will attend the upcoming summit, […]
Read MoreDoha: Qatar this week lifted its temporary ban on the import of frozen seafood after four months, said the Ministry of Public Health, Qatar in a statement. The ban on the import of frozen seafood will be lifted under certain conditions with effect from February 22, 2023 following the results of risk assessment carried out […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: The Chinese Embassy in Pakistan this week handed over 250 bullet-proof jackets to the police of Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa at the Central Police Office. 50 bullet-proof jackets were received by CPO Headquarters Islamabad Owais Ahmed Malik, 100 by Deputy Inspector General Logistics Punjab Police Athar Ismail and […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: China State Construction Engineering Corporation Ltd (CSCEC) this week expressed interest to build low-cost housing units for the low-income Pakistanis. Chang Chun, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) CSCEC called on Iftikhar Ali Shallwani, Federal Secretary, Ministry of Housing and Works to discuss the idea. During the course of meeting, detailed discussion was carried […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: China’s MCC Resource Development Company has expressed keen interest to explore investment opportunities in Pakistan’s Balochistan province. President of MCC Resource Development Company, Zhang Zhijun, called on Chairman Senate of Pakistan, Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani, at the Parliament House. Comprehensive discussion was held on a range of topics including bilateral relations, business, and investment […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Federal Minister for Climate Change, Senator Sherry Rehman this week said that climate change was rapidly changing its scale and impact with every passing year that demanded a serious reset in the climate finance system to tackle the 21st century crisis of environmental degradation. In her keynote opening remarks at the launch […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Quetta: Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Sajid Hussain Turi this week said that the agreement with 16 countries was in the final stages after which he hoped that thousands of youth would get employment opportunities in foreign states. He said that so far more than 0.6 million youths have […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Lahore: Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) Chief Organiser Maryam Nawaz Sharif, who is against the upcoming elections in two provinces without ‘ensuring’ accountability of PTI chief Imran Khan, on Thursday chose four constituencies — three of Lahore and one of Gujranwala — to contest the April 30 polls in Punjab. The Pakistan People’s Party, […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: The United States and Pakistan on Thursday committed to partner with each other in various areas, including a $4.5 million programme from the US Department of Agriculture to strengthen fertiliser efficiency and effectiveness for local farmers. The commitment was made at the conclusion of the second meeting of the Climate and Environment […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week said that Pakistan and Australia enjoy friendly ties. In an interview, the envoy said that the two countries were working to enhance cooperation in various sectors. “It was a pleasure to be live at SBS. Had a good discussion on Pakistan-Australia relations, Pakistani Diaspora […]
Read MoreLahore: Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf this week appreciated the role of Pakistan and its institutions on climate change and initiatives and pledged all possible cooperation and He was addressing a two-day international conference on climate change challenges and responses, held at the University of Central Punjab (UCB). Lahore High Court Judge Justice […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: The government of Japan this week awarded research scholarships for masters/doctorate degrees to 11 Pakistani students for the academic year 2023-25 aiming to provide them with an opportunity to pursue higher studies in their respective fields at prominent universities in Japan. At a pre-departure orientation for the scholarship recipients, Pakistani alumnus of […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Prominent financial expert Umar Rehman Malik this week expressed delight over the improvement in ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia. “Pleased to see the developments and improving relations between Saudi and Iran. My father Senator Rehman Malik did a lot of work in his life to mend bridges between both these countries. […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Ambassador of Italy in Pakistan Andreas Ferrarese said this week that Italy wanted to enhance the existing potential to boost trade and investment relations between Pakistan and Italy. In a media interaction, the envoy said Pakistan had shown interest in collaborations in the renewable energy sector. Ambassador Andreas Ferrarese said that Italy […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Ambassador of Italy in Pakistan Andreas Ferrarese said this week that Italy wanted to see an economically strong and prosperous Pakistan. The envoy said the two nations have cordial relations. “Italy has always supported Pakistan both economically and diplomatically,” he said. Ambassador Andreas Ferrarese said there were over 150,000-200, 000 Pakistanis living […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Ambassador of Indonesia to Pakistan Adam Tugio this week bid farewell to cyclists who continue their journey to Saudi Arabia. The envoy said his embassy and colleagues were trying their best to ensure better facilitation of those who intend to visit Indonesia. Ambassador Tugio said cyclists Asid Kusuma Atmaja and Yunus who […]
Read MoreNew York: Qatar’s Assistant Foreign Minister Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater met with Minister of Foreign Affairs Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on the sidelines of the conference “Women in Islam: Understanding the Rights and Identity of Women in the Islamic World,” which concluded in New York this week. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral cooperation between […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week called for restraint on everyone’s part and to stay within democratic norms when international reporters at the UN asked for his comments on the clashes in Lahore that left one opposition party worker dead. “I think that it is important for everyone to restrain themselves […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: According to a survey conducted by Gallup & Gilani Pakistan, more than half Pakistanis (56%) prefer to have an economic partnership with China while 13% want it with the United States (US). A representative sample of men and women in Pakistan was asked the following question that “which of the following would […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: The British High Commission Islamabad commemorated the International Women’s Day this week with an affirmation to increase digital access for women and celebrating the UK’s support to women and girls in Pakistan. Earlier in the week, similar events were held at the British Deputy High Commission, Karachi and the British High Commission […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: The Government of Japan has decided to provide grant assistance up to USD 295,430 (equivalent to around PKR 76.4 million) to five NGO development projects in Pakistan. The grant contracts were signed between Mr. ITO Takeshi, Charge d’ Affaires ad interim of Japan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, and representatives of […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Lahore: Pakistan’s top climber Naila Kiani this week announced that she will be climbing Mount Everest and Mount Lhotse in Nepal in April while Shehroze Kashif said that he will climb Mount Annapurna and Mount Dhaulagiri in Nepal. The duo aims to raise the Pakistani flag at the top of these 8,000-meter peaks. […]
Read MoreStaff Writer ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Climate Change, Senator Sherry Rehman said this week that the women were like the backbone of the Pakistani family system, society, country and economy in every sphere of life. In her special message on International Women’s Day, the federal minister paid her tribute to the women across the world […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Peshawar: Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistani and Human Resource Development Sajid Hussain Turi assured businessmen to resolve their issues on a fast-track basis, saying that the government is taking all possible steps for industrialisation and provision of all facilities to the business community. The federal minister strongly opposed the industries-hostile actions and initiatives […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Minister for Power Khurram Dastgir this week met his Iranian counterpart Ali Akbar Mehrabian at Tehran. During the meeting, mutual areas of interest were discussed, said a press release. The Iranian Minister appreciated the authorities of Pakistan for the construction of transmission line to import electricity from Iran to Gwadar on fast […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Karachi: Consul General of Italy in Karachi Danilo Giurdanella said this week that in order to support the textile businesses in Pakistan, his consulate has worked out a special arrangement with the Italian Development Committee to facilitate would-be visitors to the forthcoming ITMA expo in Milan. Speaking as chief guest at the ‘Presentation […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri lauded the Pakistan Australian Cultural Association (PACA) for organizing the Pakistan Day celebrations in Brisbane. “Pakistan Day Celebrations in the heart of #Brisbane City. Well done Pakistan Australian Cultural Association (PACA). Big thanks to @QldGov and @brisbanecityqld for their support,” the envoy tweeted. PACA later said […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf this week urged for women empowerment. “Let’s continue to empower women and promote gender equality! Today is #InternationalWomensDay. Almost 1 in 3 women have been subjected to physical and/or sexual violence at least once in their life,” he tweeted on the International Women Day. He […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: The US government this week announced 500 new scholarships to Pakistani university students from flood-affected districts to assist them in completing their degrees. US Ambassador Donald Blome announced the scholarships at an event celebrating the achievements of female scholars in honor of International Women’s Day at the Higher Education Commission in Islamabad. […]
Read MoreKathmandu: The Embassy of Pakistan in Kathmandu this week organized the Inaugural Ceremony of the “8th Edition of Nepal-Pakistan Friendship T20 Cricket Tournament-2023.” The event was inaugurated by C.P. Mainali, former Deputy Prime Minister of Nepal as Chief Guest. Bina Raj Pandey, former President of Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) graced the event as the […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Prominent financial expert Umar Rehman Malik this week said that he was sad to hear the news of boat capsizing in seas off southern Italy. In a tweet, he said: “Sad to hear the news of boat capsizing in seas off southern Italy in which dozens of migrants, including 12 children & […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Ambassador of Italy to Pakistan Andreas Ferrarese said this week said that Italy was committed to extend cooperation in diverse sectors to uplift bilateral trade with Pakistan. Speaking to the business community in Islamabad, the envoy urged Pakistani businessmen and traders to make efforts to promote mutual trade and economic ties between […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Pakistan and Indonesia this week vowed to enhance economic ties. Indonesian Ambassador Adam Tugio called on Foreign Secretary Asad Majeed Khan in Islamabad and exchanged views on a wide range of issues of mutual interest. They resolved to enhance bilateral economic cooperation between two countries with particular focus on trade and investment, […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Doha: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who arrived in Doha on a two-day official visit this week, held talks with Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and discussed a wide array of mutually beneficial issues between the two countries. During the meeting, both the leaders exchanged views to further strengthen the […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week raised concerns about the country’s first-ever digital census, terming it a “flawed” exercise while calling on the federal government to address the PPP’s concerns in this regard. The self-enumeration process, part of the country’s first-ever digital census, began on Feb 20 and […]
Read Morewadar Pro Islamabad: The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) approved as many as 11 development projects worth Rs 63.82 billion this week. Among them it approved China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Support Project (2nd Revised) at the cost of Rs 909.285 million. The 2nd revised project envisages establishing Project Management Unit (PMU) at the Ministry of […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), with coordination of China Study Center, signed three documents of understanding with relevant parties in China to boost agriculture productivity in Pakistan this week. NUST officials say the Pakistan-China Agriculture Project is a significant initiative and would serve as a model for other countries […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: British Acting High Commissioner Andrew Dalgleish this week appreciated the beauty of Gujar Khan, a sub-district of Rawalpindi. Speaking to Newswire during his brief visit to the area, the envoy said that he was impressed with the attractive landscape. “This is my first visit here. I really liked this place and especially the […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Karachi: Mr. and Mrs. ODAGIRI Toshio, Consul-General of Japan in Karachi, hosted a National Day Reception this week to commemorate the 63 rd birthday of His Majesty the Emperor Naruhito. Around 600 guests from all walks of life joined the event, including diplomats, prominent politicians, and government officials, leading businessmen, academic and literary […]
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