High commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri welcomes Qatar’s Sheikha Asma al Thani as Pakistan’s mountain tourism ambassador

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner To Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri This Week Lauded Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’S Decision To Appoint Qatar’S Sheikha Asma Al Thani As Pakistan’S Mountain Tourism Ambassador. “Mountain Tourism Ambassador Of Pakistan,” The Envoy Posted On X Along With A Link Of A News Story. Earlier, Pakistan Appointed Qatari Princess Sheikha Asma Al […]

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Pakistan calls for justice & accountability in bid to resolve conflict in Sudan’s Darfur region

Celina Ali Islamabad: Amid A Deepening Conflict Between The Sudan’S Armed Forces And The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) That Has Plunged The Country’S Darfur Region Into A Humanitarian Disaster, Pakistan This Week Underscored The Need For Justice And Accountability To Move The Dispute Towards A Resolution. “The Blatant Violations Of International Humanitarian Law With Impunity […]

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Pak HC celebrates British-Pakistani leaders & local representatives, calls for unity and positive engagement

Newswire London: Pakistan High Commission, London This Week Hosted A Grand Convention Of Pakistan – Origin British Councilors At The High Commission. The Event Was Attended By Delegates From Across The UK, Representing All The Political Parties In The United Kingdom, From Greater London To Midlands, Manchester, Bradford, Birmingham And Glasgow. More The 200 Councilors, […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri feel proud as Pakistani prosthetic limbs reach victims in Gaza

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week expressed pride as Pakistani prosthetic limbs started reaching victims of war in Gaza. “A proud moment of compassion: Pakistani-made prosthetic limbs are now reaching victims of war in Gaza, giving hope and mobility to those who need it most,” the envoy said in a […]

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Pakistan urges decisive action to restore stability in violence-hit Haiti at UNSC’s first meeting under its presidency

Celina Ali Islamabad: Voicing deep concern over the escalating gang violence in Haiti, Pakistan this week called on the UN Security Council to act “decisively, collectively, and now” to restore the Caribbean country’s political stability. “The time for half-measures is over,” Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, permanent representative of Pakistan to the UN, told the 15-member […]

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Pakistan, Kazakhstan set $1 billion trade goal amid push for deeper economic ties

Celina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan, Mr. Yerzhan Kistafin, has said that the current trade volume between Pakistan and Kazakhstan remains far below its true potential, and both sides have now set an ambitious target of boosting bilateral trade to $1 billion. Speaking to business leaders at the Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce & […]

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Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad urges all stakeholders in divided Libya to address outstanding issues through dialogue

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan this week underscored the need for Libyan stakeholders to “address the absence of a definite roadmap” for the political reconciliation process and the reunification of institutions in the divided country. “Open-ended processes will not encourage the relevant stakeholders to act with a sense of urgency,” Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, permanent representative […]

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Kazakhstan opens new air routes to Central Asia, China

Astana: Kazakhstan is enhancing regional air connectivity and international flight offerings with several new routes launched by Kazakh and foreign carriers, the country’s Civil Aviation Committee reported this week. Starting June 27, Kyrgyz carrier Asman Airlines will launch direct flights from Issyk-Kul to Almaty, operating twice a week, on Mondays and Fridays. Kazakhstan’s low-cost airline, […]

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Portugal’s National Day: Ambassador Frederico Silva reflects on country’s remarkable journey

Celina Ali Islamabad: The Embassy of Portugal hosted a vibrant celebration of Portugal’s National Day at the Serena Hotel in Islamabad this week, marking 886 years of Portuguese statehood and commemorating 75 years of diplomatic relations between Portugal and Pakistan. The event was attended by prominent Pakistani dignitaries, diplomats, business leaders, and members of civil […]

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Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad urges UNSC to address root causes of conflict for sustainable peace

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan this week called for decisive global action at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to address the underlying root causes of conflict, emphasizing that sustainable peace can only be achieved by tackling issues such as poverty, underdevelopment, and the denial of fundamental rights. Delivering a national statement during the UNSC’s Open […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri continues to play key role to cement Pakistan-Australia ties further

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri continues to play a key role to cement the Pakistan-Australia ties further. Australia enjoys long-standing and growing ties with Pakistan, underpinned by deepening people-to-people links. Diplomatic relations were established on partition in 1947 and Australia has maintained a resident mission in the country since […]

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Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad warns UNSC of ‘grave threat to world peace’ posed by Israeli strikes on Iran

Celina Ali Islamabad: Israel’s strikes on Iranian nuclear and military facilities constitute a “grave danger and a serious threat” to the peace, security, and stability of the entire region and beyond, Pakistan told the United Nations Security Council during an emergency session convened on this week. Israel earlier launched widescale strikes on Iran, claiming that […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri welcomes inclusion of several Pakistani players in BBL initial overseas draft list

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week welcomed the news that several Pakistani players had been named in the initial overseas draft list for the 15th edition of the Big Bash League (BBL). Several top Pakistani cricketers, including Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Haris Rauf, and Mohammad Rizwan, have been named […]

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Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad extols Iraq’s moves to solidify democratic institutions ahead of November polls

Celina Ali Islamabad: With parliamentary elections in Iraq scheduled for November 11, and the drawdown of the UN Mission there set for December, Pakistan this week commended the country’s efforts to consolidate democratic institutions and stabilize the security environment, despite complex challenges. “Sustained reforms and public service delivery initiatives, implementation of the federal budget, successful […]

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Ambassador Mumtaz Baloch leads Pakistan delegation to 3rd UNOC3 in France

Paris: Ambassador Mumtaz Zahra Baloch is leading the Pakistan delegation to the Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) being held in Nice, France from June 9–13. According to the statement issued here, Pakistan remains strongly committed to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS); and conserving and sustainably using the ocean, […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri invites attention towards climate issue

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri invited attention towards the climate issue. “Glacial melting poses a grave environmental threat. Pakistan is particularly concerned, as it holds more glacial ice than any country outside the polar regions,” the envoy posted on X. More than three-quarters of the world’s glaciers are set to vanish […]

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Kazakhstan eager to improve academic ties with Pakistan

Lahore: The Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan, Mr Yerzhan Kistafin, visited the University of Health Sciences (UHS) here this week, accompanied by Dr Anar Turmukhambetova, Board Chairman and Rector of Astana Medical University, along with embassy officials Daniyar Altayev and Rana Irfan Haider. During the visit, the Kazakh delegation met with UHS Vice Chancellor Prof […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri highlights rural culture of Pakistan

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week highlighted the rural culture of Pakistan. “Bull racing – Raw energy of rural life in Pakistan,” he posted on X along with a beautiful picture to support his statement. A traditional sport deeply rooted in the cultural fabric of rural Punjab, Bill racing continues […]

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Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad backs UN chief’s plan for world body’s restructuring to enhance its effectiveness

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan this week threw its weight behind UN Secretary-General’s UN80 initiative aimed at enhancing the word body’s effectiveness, emphasizing that it core mandate of maintaining world peace & security must remain paramount. “We welcome the UN80 Initiative as a timely and important step towards making the UN leaner, more efficient and fit […]

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Kazakhstan envoy explores cooperation avenues during his IHCBA visit

Celina Ali Islamabad: The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Pakistan, Yerzhan Kistafin, paid an official visit to the Islamabad High Court Bar Association (IHCBA), marking a key step towards building stronger legal and professional ties between Kazakhstan and Pakistan. The Ambassador was warmly welcomed by President Mr. Wajid Gillani, Mr. Chaudhary Manzoor Ahmad […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri pays glowing tribute to armed forces

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week paid glowing tribute to the armed forces for safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty. “Youm-e-Tashakur (day of gratitude) observed @PakinAustralia (Pakistani High Commission). Rich tributes were paid to Armed Forces of Pakistan for their sacrifices in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty. special prayers offered for the Shuhda […]

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No lasting peace in South Asia unless Kashmir issue resolved: Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Asim Iftikhar this week stressed on resolution of core issue of Jammu and Kashmir for lasting peace in South Asia. In an interview, he said there could be no lasting peace in South Asia unless the core issue of Jammu & Kashmir is resolved in […]

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High Commissioner Dr Mohammad Faisal hoists national flag at Pakistan House on Youm-e-Tashakur

Newswire London: In an impressive ceremony held at Pakistan House, London, the Pakistani community in UK celebrated the Youm-e-Tashakur (the Day of Gratitude), this week to mark the heroic victory in operation Bunyan Marsoos (the Iron Wall). The High Commissioner of Pakistan to UK, Dr. Mohammad Faisal hoisted the National Flag. A large number of […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri lauds Multicultural Festival at ANU

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week lauded Multicultural Festival at the Australian National University. “Proud to see Pakistan represented at the Multicultural Festival at Australian National University, celebrating diversity, culture, and community spirit!. Well done Pakistani students at ANU,” the envoy posted on X. This annual highlight of Canberra’s event […]

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Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad earns praise for resolute and principled diplomacy at UN

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, continues to be a pillar of strength for Pakistan on the world stage, eloquently defending national interests with integrity and strategic insight. In a time of mounting regional tensions, his calm yet firm diplomacy has won admiration for presenting Pakistan’s case […]

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Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi presents letters of credence to King Philippe of the Belgians

Newswire Brussels: Rahim Hayat Qureshi, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the Kingdom of Belgium, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, and the European Union, presented his Letters of Credence to His Majesty King Philippe of the Belgians during an official ceremony held today at the Royal Palace in Brussels. The ceremony was marked […]

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PM, Pakistani envoy greet Australia’s PM Albanese on re-election

Celina Ali Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week warmly congratulated Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on his re-election In a post on X, PM Sharif said, “Warm congratulations to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on his re-election. I wish him continued success in serving the […]

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Indian attitude real threat to regional peace: Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan is monitoring the situation stemming from India’s aggressive moves that followed last week’s attack in Indian-occupied Kashmir, and will seek a UN Security Council meeting when “appropriate” to do so, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said this week. “It is evident that there was an incident, but now what has evolved in […]

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High Commissioner Dr Mohammed Faisal meets TMUC CEO Dr Faisal Mushtaq to discuss launch of Pakistan’s first UK universities’ international branch campus

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr. Mohammad Faisal, met with Dr. Faisal Mushtaq, Founder and CEO of The Millennium Universal College (TMUC), this week to discuss a major educational initiative set to transform the higher education landscape in Pakistan. During the meeting, Dr. Mushtaq shared his vision for Pakistan’s first […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri strengthens Pakistan-Australia ties through active diplomacy

Celina Ali Islamabad: In a reflection of Pakistan’s proactive and people-centered diplomacy, High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri continues to play a leading role in deepening bilateral relations between Pakistan and Australia across multiple sectors, including trade, education, and cultural exchange. Since assuming office in Canberra, Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri has been at the forefront of advancing […]

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Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad calls for revival of multilateralism

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan’s top diplomat to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, urged the international community to reaffirm it commitment to multilateralism and collective action during a Security Council meeting convened by China this week. ?An informal session, the meeting provided a platform to the member states to discuss the challenges posed by […]

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Embassy in France hosts Pakistan Day reception

Celina Ali Islamabad: The embassy of Pakistan to France this week hosted the Pakistan Day Reception in Paris, which was attended by a large number of French government officials, elected officials, military personnel, academics, businesspersons and the media. Senior officials of international organizations based in Paris, including UNESCO and OECD and the diplomatic community based […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri felicitates national women’s blind cricket team on historic victory

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week extended heartfelt congratulations to the Pakistan Women’s Blind Cricket Team after their historic victory against Australia in the first T20 match of their maiden international tour. In a message of pride and encouragement, the High Commissioner hailed the team’s achievement as a […]

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Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad meets Elizabeth Spehar

Celina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, met with Elizabeth Spehar, Assistant Secretary General for Peacebuilding Support Office at the United Nations this week. Among other matters of mutual interest, they also discussed Pakistan’s priorities in peacebuilding as well as the upcoming preparatory meeting of the Peacekeeping Ministerial […]

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Reception hosted at Pakistan Embassy, Dakar to mark 85th National day of Pakistan

Newswire Dakar: A reception was hosted at the Pakistan Embassy, Dakar to celebrate 85th National Day of Pakistan. Members of the Diplomatic Corps, officials from the Senegalese government, businessmen, members of the civil society, friends of Pakistan and Pakistan Diaspora from Senegal attended the event. H.E. Ms. Khady Dienz Gueye Minister of Youth, Culture and […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri strengthens Pakistan-Australia bilateral ties through strategic diplomacy

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Australia, Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri, continues to play a pivotal role in bolstering bilateral relations between Pakistan and Australia through proactive diplomacy, economic engagement, and people-to-people connectivity. Since assuming his post, High Commissioner Chaudhri has spearheaded multiple initiatives aimed at enhancing cooperation in trade, education, climate action, and technology. […]

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Pakistan calls for end to Israeli airstrikes in Syria damaging civilian infrastructure, killing non-combatants

Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad says Pakistan deeply alarmed by Israel’s attacks on sovereign Syrian territory Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan this week urged the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to act “decisively” against Israeli airstrikes in Syria which were damaging civilian infrastructure and urban centers and causing civilian deaths, the country’s permanent mission to the UN […]

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