High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri meets Gulmina Bilal to discuss vocational training

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri had a productive meeting with Gulmina Bilal to discuss the vocational & technical training. “Had excellent meeting with @GulminaBila. Discussed various options to provide world-class vocational & technical training to Pakistani youth. With the focus shifting towards skills-based education globally, role of #NAVTTC is critical in […]

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Italy’s embassy in Pakistan confirms increase in Schengen visa fees

Celina Ali Islamabad: Italy embassy in Pakistan this week confirmed increase in the Schengen visa fees. “Please be informed that, following the publication of the Delegated Regulation of the European Commission n. 2024/1415 of 14/03/2024, Schengen visa fee amounts have changed,” said a statement by the embassy. It added: “The new wording of the art. […]

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MoU signed to promote ‘Made in Pakistan Products’ in France

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan’s Ambassador to France Asim Iftikhar Ahmad this week attended a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony between Business Forum and International Business & Professional Corporation aimed at boosting commerce and trade activities and promoting ‘Made in Pakistan’ Products in France. Participants appreciated the working of Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), which […]

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Denmark to help Pakistan with green transition: Ambassador Jakob Linulf

Celina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf said this week that Denmark will continue to help Pakistan with green transition. In an interview, the Ambassador shared insights into Denmark’s extensive efforts to aid Pakistan in climate change adaptation and green transition. Ambassador Linulf, with his vast experience in trade, business promotion, climate, […]

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All Pakistani parties unanimously support CPEC

Newswire Islamabad: In a significant demonstration of solidarity this week, all major political parties in Pakistan united in their endorsement of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). This came during a crucial meeting chaired by Liu Jianchao, Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC) and a member of the Communist Party’s […]

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Pakistan ready for next phase of CPEC: PM Shehbaz Sharif

Newswire Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif this week reiterated that Pakistan was ready for the new phase of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) with a focus on industrial sectors and business-to-business collaboration. The prime minister made these remarks while talking to a Chinese delegation headed by Minister of International Department of the Central Committee of the […]

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Ambassador Marilina Armellin announces major initiative to educate out-of-school children in Pakistan through IRI

Celina Ali Islamabad: Italy’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Marilina Armellin, this week announced a significant initiative aimed at educating out-of-school children in Pakistan through Interactive Radio Instruction (IRI). Education remains a distant dream for many children in rural Pakistan. Recognizing this, Ambassador Armellin has spearheaded an initiative to leverage radio broadcasts to highlight the benefits of […]

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Aseefa Bhutto Zardari’s first address in NA comprehensive, impactful: Umar Rehman Malik

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week said that PPP’s Aseefa Bhutto Zardari’s first address in the National Assembly was comprehensive and impactful. “Bibi @AseefaBZ’s first speech in the @NAofPakistan was comprehensive and impactful, marked by a palpable sense of dedication, vision, and passion for serving the country and […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri congratulates Pakistani cadet Afaq Mashwani on securing Maj Gen Finley Award 2024

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week congratulated Pakistani cadet Afaq Mashwani on securing Maj Gen Finley Award 2024 upon completing his training at Royal Military College of Australia. “Pakistani cadet Afaq Mashwani has secured Maj Gen Finley Award 2024 upon completing his training at Royal Military College of Australia. The […]

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Pakistan’s economy hinges on stability, security: Mushahid

Celina Ali Islamabad: Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed said this week that political stability and security are vital for boosting economy of this country. Improved security conditions and political stability are crucial for attracting foreign investment in this part of the region, he said in an interview. “In the past, our security operations, like Zarb-e-Azb, Radd-ul-Fasaad […]

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Number of Pakistani women officers taking combat courses in US up 150 percent in decade: Report

Newswire Islamabad: The number of Pakistani women officers who received military training in the United States increased by 150 percent in the last decade, according to a report released this month by the US State Department’s Bureau of Political-Military Affairs. Since 2013, the number of Pakistani female military personnel participating in the International Military Education […]

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Pakistan to follow China to promote business opportunities

Celina Ali Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said this week that his country will seek assistance from Chinese experts to establish a pilot facilitation center modeled after the one-stop shop in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen, to promote a business and investor-friendly environment. Addressing a meeting to enhance business opportunities and facilitate the business […]

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Sherry Rehman elected chair of Senate panel on climate change

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Senator Sherry Rehman was this week unanimously elected as the chairperson of the Senate Standing Committee on Climate Change. Her nomination by Senator Qurratulain Marri was seconded by Senator Agha Shahzaib Durrani. In her acceptance speech, Senator Sherry Rehman expressed gratitude to her colleagues for their support and confidence in her leadership. […]

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Pakistan Food Festival inaugurated in Chengdu

Newswire Islamabad: The Pakistan Food Festival was inaugurated this week at the prestigious Shangri-La Hotel in Chengdu, celebrating the rich culinary heritage and diverse flavors of Pakistan. The event saw the participation of several distinguished guests and officials, including Director General Zhang Tao of the Sichuan Foreign Affairs Office, Director General Jiang Bin of the […]

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China visit highly successful, high-powered Chinese delegation to visit Pakistan soon: Shehbaz Sharif

Newswire Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said this week that his recent five-day visit to China was highly successful, with a high-powered Chinese delegation expected to visit Pakistan soon. Chairing the federal cabinet meeting here, the Prime Minister emphasized that the collective efforts of his team, including federal ministers and secretaries, were instrumental in making […]

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Huawei Tech Connect 2024: A commercial market event to target SMEs for South region of Pakistan

Celina Ali Islamabad: Huawei Technologies Pakistan has successfully executed Huawei Tech connect 2024, said an official statement this week. This event was focused on bringing Digital Transformation to the SME sector of Pakistan, revolutionizing the way organizations operate with a steadfast approach towards improving the Information and communications technology (ICT) landscape of Pakistan. The cross-Industry […]

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Sindh government performing amazingly in health sector: Umar Rehman Malik

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik said this week that the Sindh government led by the PPP was performing amazingly in the health sector. “The Sindh government under the vision of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has made significant strides in combating fatal diseases, earning commendation both nationally and internationally,” he said […]

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British High Commissioner Jane Marriott assures support to PFL

Celina Ali British High Commissioner, Jane Marriott this week met with a delegation from the Pakistan Football League (PFL) to discuss the league’s vibrant launch in Lahore and the prospects for significant investments in Pakistan. During the meeting, High Commissioner Marriott praised the PFL organisers and promoters, emphasizing that UK investments in the league represent […]

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ASEAN movie night held at Indonesian embassy

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, in collaboration with the ASEAN Committee in Islamabad (ACI) this week organized an ASEAN Movie Night event featuring the award-winning Indonesian film “Ngeri-Ngeri Sedap” (Missing Home.red), directed by the Indonesian Producer Bene Dion Rajagukguk. The event was a delightful fusion of cinema and cuisine, celebrating […]

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British High Commissioner Jane Marriott calls on Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani

Celina Ali Islamabad: British High Commissioner Jane Marriott called on Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani this week at the Parliament House. The discussions covered wide range of issues of mutual interest, including bilateral relations, trade, investment, and parliamentary cooperation. The British High Commissioner congratulated Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani on his election as Chairman Senate […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri all praise for Pakistani-Australians

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri lauded the contribution by Pakistani-Australians in their adopted country as they joined hands with the Pakistani High Commission for a free vaccination campaign. “We (Pakistani High Commission) organised two free Vaccination Clinics for Flu and COVID 19. The Clinics for the Diplomatic Community were organised in […]

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China, Pakistan to further advance CPEC

Celina Ali Islamabad: China and Pakistan agreed to further deepen economic cooperation and advance the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project during talks between Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing this week. The two sides signed a number of bilateral cooperation documents after their talks in such fields as transport, […]

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Pakistan-China Business Forum 2024 to boost, strengthens bilateral economic relation: Commerce Minister

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan said this week that the just concluded Pakistan-China Business Forum 2024 will boost and strengthens the bilateral economic relation between both sides. He stressed the Pakistan-China Business Forum, a key event aimed at enhancing trade and investment ties between the two nations, concluded on June […]

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Pakistan, China celebrate successful completion of project on strengthening PPEs manufacturing capacities

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: The Government of Pakistan and the Government of China this week celebrated the successful completion of the project “Strengthening PPEs (Personal Protective Equipment) Related Manufacturing Capacities in Pakistan” at a closing ceremony held here. Speaking on the occasion, the Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme,(PMYP) Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan, appreciated the […]

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Empowering local business community key to resolving Pakistan’s economic crisis: Umar Rehman Malik

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week called for the creation of a conducive business environment to address Pakistan’s prevailing economic crisis. Speaking in a debate on Pakistan’s economy, which featured leading economists, Umar Rehman Malik emphasized the empowerment of local businessmen and the need for robust support for […]

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Italy confirms commitment to water management in Pakistan

Celina Ali Islamabad: The Ambassador of Italy to Pakistan Marilina Armellin this week signed the agreement with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for the initiative ‘Water for Development: supporting sustainable mountain development and adaptation policies’. The initiative, funded by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), aims to increase the climate change adaptation capacity […]

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Ambassador Fredrico Silva hosts grand reception to celebrate Portugal National Day

Celina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador of Portugal to Pakistan Fredrico Silva this week celebrated Portugal National Day and hosted a grand reception. The Portuguese Embassy in Pakistan led by Ambassador Fredrico Silva honoured the country’s rich history and cultural heritage. The event was attended by notable dignitaries, including the Federal Minister for Housing and Works, Mian […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri felicitates Israr Kakar on becoming President of prestigious Oxford Union

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week felicitated Israr Kakar, an Oxford University student from Balochistan, on becoming the President of the prestigious Oxford Union. “Congratulations @IkIsrar on becoming the President of Oxford Union. Kakar is the third Pakistani and first student hailing from Balochistan to achieve this honour,” the envoy […]

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Ambassador Jakob Linulf congratulates Pakistan on election as non-permanent members of UNSC

Celina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf this week congratulated Pakistan on being elected as the non-permanent members of the UN Security Council. “Denmark congratulates Pakistan on your successful election to the UN Security Council! Denmark looks forward to working with you on the Council in 2025-2026,” he posted on X. Denmark, […]

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High Commissioner Neil Hawkins highlights education and trade cooperation

Celina Ali Islamabad, Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan Neil Hawkins this week emphasized Australia’s commitment to investing in Pakistan’s future through education and trade. He said, “By investing in the people of Pakistan, particularly the young people who study in Australia, we hope they will return with valuable skills to contribute to Pakistan’s future,” Hawkins […]

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Japan’s contribution enhances food security, nutrition and builds resilience in Pakistan through WFP support

Celina Ali Islamabad: The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) this week acknowledged the Government of Japan’s generous contributions under three projects that provided emergency assistance for the stabilization of food-insecure people in the flood-affected areas of Pakistan, implemented in Sindh, Balochistan, Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. WFP organised a Project Completion ceremony to recognize the […]

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Pakistan, Kazakhstan decide to strengthen bilateral relations

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Ambassador of Kazakhstan, Yerzhan Kistafan this week met Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Chaudhry Salik Hussain and discussed issues of mutual interest and bilateral relations. During the meeting, it was agreed to further promote bilateral relations and share Pakistani students data with Kazakhstan so that there should not be any […]

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Faisal Karim Kundi questions logic of making May 9-tainted people ministers

Lahore: In an apparent reference to the PTI leaders, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Governor Faisal Karim Kundi this week said that when those involved in incidents of violence of May 9 would become ministers, people would raise eyebrows. Addressing a press conference in Lahore, he reiterated the demand that perpetrators of these crimes be brought to […]

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73rd Anniversary of Pakistan-China diplomatic relations commemorated

Newswire Islamabad: The China Pakistan Study Centre (CPSC) at Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) this week organized a commemorative event titled: “73 Years of Pakistan-China Diplomatic Relationship: A Partnership of Peace and Development.” The panelists included eminent speakers from academia, research and business community. The Embassy of People’s Republic of China was represented by […]

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Pakistan, China to boost bilateral cooperation in science and technology

Newswire Islamabad: China and Pakistan this week discussed cooperation in satellite technology to promote bilateral cooperation in science and technology for enhancing digital connectivity between both sides. Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal held a meeting with Vice President of the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC), Lin Yiming to discuss the ongoing collaboration between […]

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