Celina Ali Islamabad: In a landmark event in Islamabad this week, US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker unveiled the Pasban Awam Saath Saath Program, a transformative initiative aimed at fostering citizen-focused policing and empowering women in law enforcement across Pakistan. The program, a collaboration between Pakistan’s civilian security agencies, the U.S. Institute of Peace, and the […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The Government of Japan this week decided to provide grant assistance up to USD 95,311 (equivalent to PKR 26.5 million) in total to two local NGOs for development projects in Sindh. The grant contracts were signed between the Consul General of Japan, Mr. HATTORI Masaru, and representatives of the two NGOs at […]
Read MoreWashington: US trade officials announced on Nov 29 a new round of tariffs on solar panel imports from four South-east Asian nations after American manufacturers complained that companies there are flooding the market with unfairly cheap goods. It is the second of two preliminary decisions that President Joe Biden’s Commerce Department is making in 2024 […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Some 700 youngsters from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including 375 women, learnt critical market-driven vocational and technical skills through a three-month-long training programme that had been supported by the government of Japan, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Sarhad Rural Support Programme (SRSP). The training programme was designed to empower youth from […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad : US Ambassador Donald Blome this week highlighted the upward trend of Pakistani students seeking higher education in the United States and said the rise in student exchanges reflected the growing educational partnership between the two countries. During the annual EducationUSA High Achievers’ and Counsellors’ Recognition Ceremony held here during International Education […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The Government of Japan has agreed to provide new grant assistance worth 2.831 billion Japanese Yen (equivalent to around 18.5 million USD/ around 5.119 billion PKR) for Flood Management Enhancement in the Indus Basin. On 13 November 2024, a signing ceremony for the assistance was held at the Ministry of Economic Affairs […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: On her first day back at school, young Reshma Saleem from Amankot marveled at the sight of her newly rebuilt Government Primary School. The once crumbling structure was now a beacon of hope, boasting freshly painted walls, spacious halls, and solar panels gleaming in the sun. This transformation, funded and supported by […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb met with outgoing Japanese Ambassador to Pakistan Mitsuhira Wada this week to discuss longstanding bilateral cooperation and perspectives on regional and global issues. Mitsuhira Wada who has completed his three-year tour of duty in Pakistan, reflected on a steady growth of bilateral economic […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: In a major step toward advancing reproductive healthcare in Sindh, the US Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Government of Sindh inaugurated a state-of-the-art Family Planning Skills Lab at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) this week. The launch ceremony was led by Sindh Health Minister Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho and USAID Mission […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, WADA Mitsuhiro this week hosted a reception at his Official residence in Islamabad to bid farewell to Pakistani dignitaries and friends. Ambassador WADA will leave Pakistan on 19th November and will take up his new assignment as Ambassador of Japan to Croatia. He assumed his office in […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan and the University of Utah this week signed a partnership to promote capacity-building initiatives in public sector universities across Pakistan. This initiative, supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) through its Higher Education System Strengthening Activity (HESSA), aims to enhance faculty development, strategic […]
Read MoreTokyo: The average monthly pay increase at Japanese businesses this year rose 2,524 yen ($16) from 2023 to a record 11,961 yen, a government survey showed this week, exceeding the 10,000 yen mark for the first time amid rising prices. The figure, representing a 4.1 percent rise from last year, came as management and labor […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The United States and Pakistan have built a long-term partnership over seven decades, rooted in shared interests across health, education, energy, economic growth, and security sectors. US investments in Pakistan have grown by 50% in the past year, underscoring the strong economic ties between the nations. This includes our investments in clean […]
Read MoreTokyo: Japan’s two newly approved astronauts expressed excitement on Wednesday about their upcoming space journey, amid expectations that they could be selected as the first Japanese astronauts to land on the Moon under the U.S.-led lunar exploration program. “Space exploration has become an era of upheaval, targeting the Moon and Mars. I want to become […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The United States Deputy Assistant Secretary for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, Monica Jacobsen, held a meeting with Federal Secretary for the Ministry of Human Rights, Allah Dino Khawaja this week, to discuss matters related to human rights and bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and the United States. During the meeting, Monica underscored […]
Read MoreTravelers spent 5.86 trillion yen ($39.27 billion) through September, preliminary figures from the Japan National Tourism Organization showed. That eclipsed the 5.3 trillion yen spent in all of 2023, a record for any 12-month period. Tourism spending, classified as an export in national accounts, is poised to become Japan’s second-biggest export sector after autos and […]
Read MorePakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, met with the leadership of U.S. state of Taxes, business community, and Pakistani diaspora in Dallas and Houston in his efforts to further strengthen Islamabad-Washington relationship, according to a Pakistani embassy press release. “There are immense opportunities to forge a strong partnership between Pakistan and Texas […]
Read MoreTokyo: Japan is a fascinating destination, offering tourists a perfect mix of ancient traditions and futuristic advancements. Travelers to Japan can experience the tranquil beauty of temples in Kyoto alongside the vibrant energy of Tokyo’s streets. The natural allure of Mount Fuji and the breathtaking cherry blossom season captivate visitors, while Japan’s diverse cuisine, including […]
Read MoreLahore: On her inaugural visit to Lahore, US Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) Natalie Baker, joined by US Consul General Kristin Hawkins, this week explored how U.S.-Pakistan partnerships have been strengthening bilateral trade and investment, cultural preservation efforts, and educational opportunities for youth in Punjab. DCM Baker met with representatives of U.S. businesses to discuss […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Lahore: Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) President Nawaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz met with Japanese Ambassador Mitsuhiro Wada this week to discuss matters of mutual interest, enhancing bilateral relations, and increasing cooperation in various sectors. During the meeting, Nawaz Sharif emphasised the commitment to further expand the excellent relations between Pakistan […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Lahore: US Ambassador Donald Blome and US Consul General in Lahore Kristin Hawkins this week welcomed 150 new students in Sialkot to the US-funded EnglishWorks! program. EnglishWorks! offers young people the opportunity to enhance English language, entrepreneurial, and leadership skills. “These skills will help young Pakistanis become community leaders who contribute to a […]
Read MoreTokyo: Japan will take measures as early as October to enable foreign trainees to transfer jobs more easily, as the number of those who quit without notice due to poor working conditions and other reasons hit a record high of 9,753 in 2023, government sources said. Under Japan’s technical intern program, workers are prohibited from […]
Read MoreWashington: United States President Joe Biden has reaffirmed Washington’s support for Islamabad in tackling the most pressing global and regional challenges of the time, the Pakistani Embassy in the US stated. The statement came on the occasion of the newly appointed Pakistani ambassador to the US Rizwan Saeed Sheikh’s meeting with the president at the […]
Read MoreElizabeth Beattie Tokyo: Japan is the second-best country in the world, according to a ranking published by U.S. News & World Report with input from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. It jumped from 6th place on the 2023 list as a post-COVID boom and reforms helped bump it up on the subindexes […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The United States (US) and Pakistan this week pledged to continue to strengthen their longstanding partnership through innovative economic initiatives. The recently concluded Pakistan Investment Roadshow, organised by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) under its Investment Promotion Activity, exemplified this collaboration by showcasing the potential of Pakistani firms to […]
Read MoreMari Yamaguchi Tokyo: In a big milestone for Japan’s royal family, Prince Hisahito turned 18 on Friday, becoming the first male royal family member to reach adulthood in almost four decades. It is a significant development for a family that has ruled for more than a millennium but faces the same existential problems as the […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and United States Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome this week discussed the protection of Afghan refugees and asylum seekers in Pakistan amid several other bilateral issues during a meeting in Islamabad, a statement from the US Embassy said. A large number of Afghan immigrants, with an estimated 1.7 […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani said this week that Pakistan attached great importance to its relationship with Japan and was eager to expand cooperation in various areas of mutual benefits. During a meeting with Wada Mitsuhiro, Ambassador of Japan in Pakistan, the Chairman Senate recognized Japan as a key development partner. […]
Read MoreMahroo Sajid Islamabad: Pakistan is a home to culture, traditions and customs. The beauty lies in the fact that every region has its own heritage, language and culture. This is one of the reasons why Pakistan is a big attraction from people all around the world to come and experience the unique and beautiful customs […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Supported by the Government of Japan and in partnership with the Economic Affairs Division and PDMAs in Sindh and Balochistan, UNDP has jointly conducted a closing ceremony to commemorate the successful completion of USD 3.7 Million project ‘Strengthening Tsunami and Earthquake Preparedness in Coastal Areas of Pakistan’ in Islamabad this week. The […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) this week announced the launch of the song, “Dil Dil Mein Pakistan,” in celebration of International Youth Day 2024. This song is the culmination of a youth talent hunt, “Voices of Pakistan,” a campaign dedicated to empowering and celebrating the vibrant youth of Pakistan. […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The United States (US) Mission to Pakistan this week welcomed the arrival of Deputy Chief of Mission Natalie A Baker. Prior to assuming the duties of Deputy Chief of Mission at US Embassy Islamabad, Baker served as Deputy Chief of Mission at the US Embassy in Doha, Qatar. Baker has previously served […]
Read MoreTokyo: Department stores and shopping malls in Japan are increasingly setting up prayer rooms to meet the need for Muslims amid a growing number of visitors from Islamic countries on the back of a weak yen. At the Matsuya Ginza department store in Tokyo’s upscale shopping district, a number of people lined up in front […]
Read MoreTokyo: Japan’s state debt swelled to a record 1,311.04 trillion yen ($9 trillion) as of the end of June, topping the 1,300 trillion yen mark for the first time ever, government data showed this week, underscoring its dire fiscal health. The debt increased by 13.88 trillion yen from three months earlier, as Japan has had […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: US Ambassador Donald Blome met with Minister of States and Frontier Regions Amir Muqam this week to thank the Minister for Pakistan’s long history of hosting Afghan refugees and reaffirm the United States’ commitment to working with Pakistan to assist Afghan refugees and Pakistani community members in areas hosting refugees. The Ambassador […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The United States Embassy in Pakistan this week reduced appointment wait times for specific visa types from 440 to 230 days. Through this move, authorities aim to facilitate the visa application procedure for several categories, including student visas, business visas, and family reunion visas, VisaGuide.World reports. Prior to this move, the US […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Overseas Employment Corporation (OEC) an attached department of Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development (OP&HRD) would export Assistant (English Language) teachers at Japanese Public Schools. An official source said that :our esteemed client in Japan urgently seeking around 30 an Assistant English Language Teachers who meets the prescribed qualifications and […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: US Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome this week underlined the US commitment to supporting Islamabad in various areas, including countering regional threats, economic collaboration, renewable energy, climate management and education. Addressing a conference ‘Strengthening Pakistan-US Relations’ under the auspices of Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) and Beaconhouse National University (BNU) Lahore, […]
Read MoreTokyo: As record numbers of tourists flock to Japan to take advantage of the weakness of the Japanese yen, some are running into trouble with authorities thanks to the growing popularity of motorised, rideable suitcases. Two major Japanese airports have already asked travellers not to ride motorised suitcases within their facilities, according to Kyodo news […]
Read MoreTokyo: Japan this week extended its designation of its continental shelf to the eastern part of islands some 1,000 kilometers south of Tokyo, enabling the resource-poor country to start research on extracting maritime natural resources such as rare metals from the region. A revised Cabinet order took effect designating a significant portion of the Ogasawara […]
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