Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week paid tribute to national poet Allama Muhammad Iqbal. “Paying tribute to our National Poet Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal on the occasion of his birth anniversary who dreamed of a separate homeland for the people of the subcontinent and awakened the spirit of […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: British High Commissioner Jane Marriott this week praised Pakistan’s initiatives in establishing the Loss and Damage Fund to address climate-induced disasters, emphasizing its significance as a key priority for the United Kingdom at the upcoming United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP28). In an interview, Marriott expressed the UK’s support […]
Read MoreNewswire Brussels: After much suspense and speculation, Europe’s doors opened slightly wider for Georgia on November 8 when the European Union laid out its plan for making itself a bigger place in the future. Georgia was recommended for membership candidate status – a move that many hope will help sharpen the nation’s blurred focus on […]
Read MoreBrussels: The European Union agreed this week to pass a fiercely contested law to restore degraded natural ecosystems, salvaging measures some lawmakers had campaigned to kill off. Negotiators from EU countries and the European Parliament late on Thursday evening agreed to the deal, which would require countries to introduce measures restoring nature on 20% of […]
Read MoreNewswire Multan: Former Prime Minister and Central leader Pakistan People’s Party Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani this week said that PPP was capable of steering the country out of economic troubles and providing tangible relief to common citizens. He said this at the residence of Pir Fayyaz Shah, in Union Council Sher Singh. Gilani stated that […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Central General Secretary of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Human Rights Cell Malaika Raza said this week that the PPP will ensure the protection of human rights. “During the democratic government led by Asif Ali Zardari, there were no political prisoners in any prison of the country because the constitutional rights of […]
Read MoreNewswire Lahore: Pakistan Muslim League-N senior leader Rana Sanaullah Khan said this week that if free and fair elections are held in the country, the PML-N will secure the public mandate and make strong governments in centre and Punjab. Addressing a news conference here, he said the PML-N steered the country out of crises in […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador of France to Pakistan Nicolas Galey said this week that numerous renowned French clothing brands were utilizing textiles from Pakistan. In an interview, Ambassador Galey emphasized the desire to increase collaboration between French companies and Pakistan, particularly highlighting the advantageous impact of Pakistan’s GSP+ status, especially in the textile industry. During […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: The Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia, Adam Tugio, and Managing Director of National Book Foundation (NBF), Dr. Raja Mazhar Hameed this week jointly inaugurated the first Indonesian Corner at National Book Foundation in Islamabad. In his remarks Ambassador Tugio said Indonesian Corner is not only a resource center with comfortable space […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The Ambassador of Nepal to Pakistan Tapas Adhikari this week hosted Deepawali celebrations at his residence. The guests participated in the Diya lighting ritual. Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal Abrar H Hashmi along with his spouse also attended the event. Deepawali is also known as Diwali however in Nepal it is called […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Since Giorgia Meloni was elected as Italy’s first female prime minister, the politics pages of news outlets have focused on her globally divisive far-right politics. Over in the culture sections though, there’s been another focus. Meloni seemingly loves two things: populism and ‘The Lord of the Rings’ series. Her avowed fanship to J.R.R. […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week participated in the Indo-Pacific Sea Power Conference 2023 in Sydney. “Participated in the Indo-Pacific Sea Power Conference 2023 in Sydney. Pakistan and Australia enjoy close defence and security cooperation,” the envoy posted on X. Indo Pacific 2023 is the region’s premier commercial maritime and […]
Read MoreKarachi: In a landmark initiative to accelerate Pakistan’s clean energy transition, the Embassy of Denmark, in close collaboration with the Danish Energy Agency, unveiled its flagship event, “GreenTech” this week. This event marked Denmark’s unwavering commitment to bolster Pakistan’s pursuit of a more environmentally friendly and sustainable energy landscape. GreenTech was not just another conference; […]
Read MoreAndrew Salerno-Garthwaite Tokyo: While concerns had spread that Japan’s planned defence budget could be affected by the recent currency devaluation of the Yen by an average of 20% since 2022 against other major currencies, GlobalData instead finds that major ongoing procurement programmes, including the Global Combat Air Programmes, the F-35A/B, Mogami-glass Frigates, C-2 and V-22 […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar this week sought to reassure thousands of Afghans waiting in Pakistan for resettlement in the United States that they won’t be deported as part of his government’s widely criticized crackdown on undocumented migrants in the country. Islamabad has launched a crackdown on illegal migration, saying any unregistered foreign […]
Read MoreVittoria Traverso With the recent announcement that Venice will become the first city in the world to charge daytripper visitors, BBC Travel talked to authorities and locals to find out more. Every day, Federica Chiuch, a Venetian resident and professional tour guide, takes visitors around Venice’s landmarks. When she gets to Saint Mark’s Square, home […]
Read MoreDing Gang Traveling along the Hexi Corridor that connects Northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region with other regions in China, I was deeply impressed by three aspects. Firstly, the bustling transportation along the corridor caught my attention. Secondly, I noticed that each town has gained its unique specialty. For instance, Zhangye city in Gansu Province […]
Read MoreHu Xijin Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s visit to China has attracted the attention of Asia and the entire West. It is a clear signal that China and Australia have chosen to recalibrate their years-long strained bilateral relations. Australia is the first US ally to make a clear change in its attitude toward China after […]
Read MoreIslamabad: Pakistan and Italy have agreed to fortify parliamentary relations, aimed at fostering a deeper and more robust bilateral engagement. The understanding was reached at a recent meeting between Chairman Senate Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani and Ambassador of Italy to Pakistan Andreas Ferrarese. During the meeting, both the dignitaries discussed mutual interests, notably the prevailing regional […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador of Indonesia Adam M. Tugio said this week that Indonesia and Pakistan have huge potential to increase their trade and economic ties besides further strengthening people-to-people, educational and cultural linkages. He said he will miss Pakistan a lot adding in Indonesia he would serve as the Ambassador of Pakistan as well. […]
Read MoreNewswire Beijing: China will continue to promote the greater opening up of market opportunities and implement policies to remove all restrictions on foreign investment in the country’s manufacturing sector, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said during his keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the sixth China International Import Expo (CIIE) and the Hongqiao International Economic […]
Read MoreLahore: Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) supremo Nawaz Sharif this week reiterated his party’s commitment to drag the country out of the prevailing situation. The former prime minister held meetings with different personalities. Speaking to his supporters, Nawaz Sharif reiterated that the PML-N would contest general elections with full vim and vigour. Emphasizing the projects completed […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said this week that there was no decision regarding an electoral alliance between PPP and Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) yet. Addressing an event, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari welcomed the announcement of the general election date by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). He, however, said that it […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: Caretaker Pakistan Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research Dr Kausar Abdullah Malik said this week that Chinese technology can multiply the agriculture production in Pakistan. Malik chaired a meeting at the Ministry of National Food Security and Research to discuss ways to enhance the productivity of wheat, rice, and sugarcane. […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, this week conducted a meeting with Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, where they engaged in discussions regarding projects within the framework of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). According to a statement released by the JUI-F’s media wing, the Chinese ambassador and his delegation delved […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Karachi: A new book titled “Pakistan-China All-Weather Strategic Partner” was officially launched here this week. The chief guest for this event was Sindh Governor Mohammed Kamran Khan Tessori while the Consul General of China in Karachi, Yang Yundong, graced the occasion with his presence. The ceremony concluded with Governor Tessori presenting shields to […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week lauded the services of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Institute of Trauma (SMBBIT). “PPP’s Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Institute of Trauma SMBBIT is established with mission to provide free of cost treatment to traumatically injured patients through specially trained medical personnel with a […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: British High Commissioner Jane Marriott this week visited Peshawar and Nowshera. During her visit, she engaged in a series of meetings and events to reinforce the UK’s commitment to supporting interfaith harmony, minority rights, socio-economic development and regional stability, the British High Commission said. The visit started with a tour of the […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: British High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriot this week held a meeting with Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Leader of the House, at the Parliament House. The meeting focused on various topics of mutual interest and emphasized the enduring relationship between the United Kingdom and Pakistan, a Senate Secretariat statement said. During the […]
Read MoreBerlin: Germany this week proposed a detailed and innovative roadmap to expand the EU that would give candidate countries such as Ukraine early benefits including observer status at leaders’ summits in Brussels before full membership. The proposals by the foreign minister, Annalena Baerbock, amount to an offer of integrating candidate countries into sections of the […]
Read MoreNewswire Brussels: In 2022, the EU had an estimated total of 28.9 million bed places available across more than 620 000 tourist accommodation establishments. Data showed a complete recovery in terms of tourism accommodation offers in 2022. Compared with 2020, the year the COVID-19 pandemic started, the number of bed places increased by 3% (+765 […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Vice President Senator Sherry Rehman this week acknowledged the immense potential of the youth population and the role they can play in driving transformative change in the context of climate action. Senator Sherry Rehman delivered a keynote address at the “COP in my city 2023” event, organized by […]
Read MoreIslamabad: With the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) officially dropping hints about the possibility of forging alliances against the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz), the latter also claims to be open to the possibility of forging alliances in Sindh and elsewhere to increase its chances of success in the upcoming general elections scheduled for February 8 next […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Central Secretary for Human Rights of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Malaika Raza this week welcomed results of Karachi by-elections for Local Governments as Murtza Wahab retained the Karachi Mayor’s slot. “Heartfelt congratulations to @murtazawahab1for his resounding triumph in Karachi election. He exemplifies the true essence of the #PPP, being a dynamic, […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador of France, Nicolas Galey, called on the Caretaker Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue, & Economic Affairs Dr Shamshad Akhtar this week. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss economic relations between Pakistan and France and collaborative efforts in various sectors. France Ambassador Galey said France-Pakistan relationship was above all politics mentioning […]
Read MoreAnna Momigliano – NYT Venice: Venice is so congested that it has become the embodiment of overtourism. Each year millions of tourists flock to this small city, home to a dwindling local population of 50,000, and the hordes in St. Mark’s Square are legendary. Yet visiting Venice doesn’t always require taking what Italians call “un […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Italy has taken significant steps in its green transition over the past decade, but the current government under prime minister Giorgia Meloni has also put a focus on making the country a “gas hub” in the Mediterranean Sea, demonstrating its still deep ties to fossil fuels. Researchers and NGOs have criticised the country’s […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week visited the Snowy Hydro Project in Snowy Mountains NSW Australia. “Visited the Snowy Hydro Project in Snowy Mountains NSW Australia. Glad to learn that over 50 engineers and other professionals from Pakistan are contributing immensely to this engineering marvel,” he posted on X. Snowy […]
Read MoreNewswire Karachi: In a landmark initiative to accelerate Pakistan’s clean energy transition, the Embassy of Denmark in close collaboration with the Danish Energy Agency this week unveiled its flagship event called ‘GreenTech’. Danish Ambassador Jakob Linulf emphasised that Denmark initiated a government-to-government collaboration called the Danish Energy Transition Initiative (DETI) that had been bringing technical […]
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