Abdullah Jan Lahore: Denmark is set to launch a three-year Strategic Sector Cooperation (SSC) program with Pakistan’s power sector, aimed at enhancing the technical capacity of key national energy institutions. The initiative, backed by the Danish Energy Agency (DEA), will begin on January 1, 2026, and is designed to support Pakistan’s transition towards a more […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari celebrated his 70th birthday this week and in this respect various cake cutting ceremonies were held in all parts of the country by the PPP workers and leaders to acknowledge the services of the veteran politician and co-chairman of the PPP. Felicitations poured in from across the PPP […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week said that President Asif Ali Zardari was a symbol of the federation and democracy. “Happy 70th Birthday to the President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari, a symbol of reconciliation, resilience, and democratic strength. A leader who bore years of unjust imprisonment, personal […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The Embassy of Denmark this week hosted a farewell reception in honour of the Ambassador Jakob Linulf, marking the conclusion of his diplomatic tenure in Pakistan. Pakistan, Denmark reaffirm strengthening cultural cooperation The event was graced by the Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, who attended as the […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: In a major breakthrough for Pakistan’s aviation sector, the United Kingdom this week officially removed Pakistan from its air safety list, paving the way for Pakistani airlines to resume operations in British airspace after a five-year ban. The development has sparked a wave of relief and optimism among aviation authorities, passengers, and […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Embassy of Portugal and Serena Hotels this week organised the inaugural Portugal Pakistan Chess Tournament. The event was organized in collaboration with the Chess Federation of Pakistan. The tournament was a symbolic celebration marking the National Day of Portugal in Pakistan and commemorated 75 years of diplomatic relations between Portugal and Pakistan. […]
Read MoreActing British High Commissioner Jo Moir meets Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal Celina Ali Islamabad: A delegation from the British High Commission – led by Acting British High Commissioner and Development Director Ms. Jo Moir –this week met with Federal Minister for Health, Syed Mustafa Kamal to explore avenues for aligning the United Kingdom’s support […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: In the heart of Central Asia, where diverse cultures converge and expatriate communities navigate unique challenges, one name has quietly but powerfully emerged as a beacon of advocacy, creativity, and compassion: Anne-Sophie Français. Residing in Lahore, Pakistan, Anne-Sophie serves as French Advisor for Central Asia, representing a vast and geopolitically complex region […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week paid rich tribute to Shaheed Shahnawaz Bhutto, the son of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. “Remembering Shaheed Shahnawaz Bhutto, a life taken too soon, shaped by the weight of history and the price of conviction. The Bhutto family bore the burden of sacrifice: […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: On The Occasion Of World Population Day 2025, The First Lady Of Pakistan, Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, Called For A Renewed National Commitment To The Health, Dignity, And Empowerment Of Every Individual; Especially Women, Children, And Youth Across The Country. “On This Day, We Are Reminded Not Only Of Numbers, But Of The […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The Embassy Of Japan In The Federal Capital, In Partnership With The Nippon Foundation, Donated 166 English-Language Books To COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI), Abbottabad Campus, As Part Of The Global Read Japan Project In A Move To Enhance Cultural And Educational Ties Between Japan And Pakistan. Japan Donates 166 Books To COMSATS […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’S Party (PPP) Leader Umar Rehman Malik This Week Acknowledged The Brilliance Of PPP Chief Bilawal Bhutto Zardari During His Recent Interview With Senior Indian Journalist Karan Thapar. “A Powerful And Composed Conversation. Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’S Interview With Senior Indian Journalist Karan Thapar Is A Must Watch. Calm, Clear, And […]
Read MoreCanberra: 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 […]
Read MoreCelina 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 […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Vice Chairperson Of The Punjab Social Protection Authority (PSPA), Jehan Ara Manzoor Wattoo, This Week Led A High-Level Pakistani Delegation At The International Workshop “Lead The Change For Social Protection” Held In Germany, Where Global Leaders Gathered To Shape The Future Of Social Welfare Systems. The Three-Day Workshop Brought Together Nearly 70 […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Chairman of Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has said that Youm-e-Ashura reminds us of the eternal struggle between truth and falsehood, justice and tyranny. The supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS), his family and companions at Karbala is a guiding light for all those who rise against oppression and […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: Pakistan said this week that China remains a “pillar of regional stability” and a long-standing friend whose development-oriented diplomacy aligns closely with Pakistan’s own strategic and economic priorities. Speaking at a weekly news briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan reiterated Pakistan’s active role in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), calling it […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik said this week that Zulfikar Ali Bhutto lives on in the hearts of the people. “July 5 is a Black Day in Pakistan’s history. On this day, democracy was overthrown, and dictatorship imposed. The overthrow of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, Pakistan’s first democratically elected […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The Government of Pakistan and the French Development Agency (AFD) this week signed a grant agreement worth €12 million in the Ministry of Economic Affairs for a project aimed at strengthening water and sanitation service delivery across selected urban areas in Punjab. The agreement was signed by Mr. Kazim Niaz, Secretary of […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week took dig at former federal minister Fawad Chaudhry over Indus River history. Taking to X (formerly), the former foreign minister had lashed out at Chaudhry over the latter’s tweet. ” You idiot. Sindhu River is the Indus River. The Indus Valley civilization […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: British High Commissioner Jane Marriott this week called on Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) chairman Bilawal Bhutto and Aseefa Bhutto at Zardari House. During the meeting, Bilawal Bhutto and British High Commissioner discussed the promotion of bilateral relations. Both sides agreed to further enhance trade stability between the two countries. Bilawal Bhutto and […]
Read MoreCelina 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 […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week said this Swat tragedy and earlier catastrophic floods in Sindh were stark reminders that climate change is not a future threat but it’s here and accelerating. “Glacial melt, erratic monsoons, and unregulated development have turned vulnerable regions into disaster zones,” he said […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari this week called for a national education emergency, highlighting the critical need for greater investment in health, education, and human capital in light of escalating public hardships. Participating in the ongoing budget debate in the National Assembly, she underscored the importance of a pro-poor and pro-women budget, […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Leaders, diplomats, parliamentarians, students and scholars gathered at the Pakistan-China Dialogue hosted by Pakistan-China Institute (PCI) under “Friends of Silk Road” auspices, focused on “Strengthening Mutual Understanding Between Pakistan and China and Building a Community with a Shared Future for Neighbouring Countries.” Speakers celebrated the enduring “Iron Brothers” partnership, championed a multipolar […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: In a show of strengthened regional ties, Pakistan, China and Bangladesh have agreed to pursue trilateral cooperation grounded in the principles of openness, inclusiveness, good neighborliness, mutual respect, and trust. This agreement, aimed at fostering win-win outcomes through closer coordination and shared goals, was reached during the inaugural Bangladesh-China-Pakistan Vice Foreign Minister/Foreign […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The National Day of Portugal was celebrated this week at a mega event hosted by Portuguese Ambassador to Pakistan Frederico Pinheiro da Silva. Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq participated as the chief guest in a ceremony held here at the Serena Hostel. Portuguese Ambassador to Pakistan Frederico Pinheiro da […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The European Union Delegation to Pakistan, led by EU Ambassador Dr. Riina Kionka, this week hosted a warm and vibrant Europe Day reception in Islamabad, commemorating the 74th anniversary of the Schuman Declaration—a foundational moment in European history that ultimately paved the way for the creation of the European Union. Held in […]
Read MoreCelina 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 […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week lauded the services of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto for the country. “Remembering Shaheed Mohtarma #BenazirBhutto on her birth anniversary, a guiding beacon of light and courage in politics. She dreamed of a peaceful, progressive, and prosperous Pakistan and sacrificed her life […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) chief Bilawal Bhutto Zardaari said this week that the world cannot afford another global war. Speaking at news conference in Brussels, Bilawal said: “We certainly do not want a war on this border (with Iran). Pakistan has condemned the strikes that took place over the last couple of […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The fifth round of the Pakistan–European Union Dialogue on Non-Proliferation and Disarmament was held in Islamabad this week. The Pakistan delegation was led by Ambassador Tahir Andrabi, Additional Foreign Secretary for Arms Control, Disarmament, and International Security (ACDIS), while the European Union delegation was headed by Ambassador Stephan Klement, EU Special Envoy […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik said this week that PPP chief Bilawal Bhutto Zardari had proven himself as a global leader. “Amidst an increasingly polarized global order, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s continued diplomatic engagements from Washington to key multilateral platforms underscore Pakistan’s commitment to responsible internationalism & peace,” he […]
Read MoreKarachi: The Consul General of Japan in Karachi, in collaboration with the Tokyo Foundation, attended a book handover ceremony at the University of Karachi on Thursday. The event marked the donation of 32 books under the “Read Japan Project,” a cultural initiative by the Tokyo Foundation aimed at promoting global understanding of Japan through books. […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: US Chargé d’Affaires to Pakistan, Natalie Baker, called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, this week to discuss matters of mutual interest. The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to shared objectives and enhanced cooperation with the United States at international forums, particularly in light of […]
Read MoreCelina 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 […]
Read MoreCelina 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 […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari this week strongly condemned the murder of teenage influencer Sana Yousaf, calling it a tragic reminder of violence against women in Pakistan. Sana, who was shot dead at her Islamabad home just before her 17th birthday, had rejected repeated advances from the alleged killer, Omar Hayat. The […]
Read MoreLondon: The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, was formally knighted by King Charles in a ceremony at Buckingham Palace this week. The 54-year-old Labour politician received the honour in recognition of his political and public service. Sir Sadiq Khan has said that he and the King discussed which of them is “a bigger workaholic” as […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi met with German Ambassador to Pakistan Alfred Grannas on Monday to discuss ways to deepen diplomatic, economic, and industrial ties between the two nations. A major focus of the meeting was the modernization and upgradation of Pakistan Railways in line with international benchmarks and technological […]
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