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 […]
Read MoreNewswire 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 […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan and Denmark this week announced a significant partnership worth $2 billion to modernize the country’s maritime infrastructure. This collaboration aims to improve port operations and enhance global trade competitiveness. The announcement came during a meeting between Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Danish Ambassador Jakob Linulf. They agreed […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Bilawal Bhutto Zardari was re-elected as Chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) this week for another four-year term following the party’s intra-party elections held at the Central Secretariat in Islamabad The elections, conducted in accordance with the PPP’s constitution, finalised key leadership positions for the next four years. Alongside Bilawal Bhutto […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik and Development Director of the British High Commission Joe Moir this week discussed exploring opportunities for enhanced bilateral cooperation in Pakistan’s petroleum and energy sectors. The discussions focused on strengthening UK-Pakistan collaboration in oil, gas, and broader energy initiatives, with both sides emphasizing sustainable development, […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Pakistan and Italy this week set an ambitious target to double their bilateral trade volume to at least $3 billion in the coming years, according to Consul General of Italy in Karachi, Fabrizio Bielli. Speaking at the Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI), Bielli emphasized the vast economic opportunities in Karachi, describing […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja and Japanese Ambassador to Pakistan Akamatsu Shuitsi discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation in information technology, digital transformation, and innovation this week. In a meeting held here, the minister said the government’s commitment to fostering digital growth and embracing emerging technologies is in line with […]
Read MoreCelina 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. […]
Read MoreAmbassador 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 […]
Read MoreNewswire Paris: Ambassador of Pakistan to France Mumtaz Zahra Baloch this week interacted with the representatives of Pakistani media based in Paris at the Embassy of Pakistan. A wide range of discussions followed encompassing Pakistan-France relations and issues relating to the Pakistani community in France. The ambassador appreciated their role in promoting Pakistan’s perspective and […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week felicitated Bilawal Bhutto Zardari of re-election as the PPP Chairman. “Congratulations to Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on his re-election and to Humayun Khan, Nadeem Afzal Chan and Amna Piracha on being elected as Secretary General, Secretary Information, and Secretary Finance,” Umar Rehman […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week warned against attempts to exploit the situation in Balochistan and vowed to counter any threats to the federation. He made these remarks while addressing a gathering on the 46th death anniversary of former Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto in Garhi Khuda Bakhsh. […]
Read MoreChina Economic Net Beijing: A Memorandum of Cooperation was signed by the institute of Cotton Research of Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (ICR-CAAS) and Ayub Agricultural Research Institute, Faisalabad, Pakistan, in Anyang, Henan, China recently aiming to launch comprehensive cooperation in cotton germplasm innovation, pest-resistant breeding, and cultivation technologies. Under the new agreement, both sides […]
Read MoreKarachi: Germany’s Consulate General in Karachi this week implemented a significant change to its visa appointment system, effective immediately. Due to overwhelming demand, applicants will no longer be able to book appointments directly. Instead, they must first register on a waiting list, with appointments being allocated based on availability and registration order. The change specifically […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week said that April 4 was the darkest chapter in Pakistan’s history when tyranny tried to silence the voice of the people, but Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s defiance became eternal. “April 4, the darkest chapter in Pakistan’s history when tyranny tried to silence […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week lauded a Pakistani climber’s courageous gesture to rescue Frenchman Vadim Druelle on Annapurna. “A Pakistani climber’s courageous gesture to rescue Frenchman Vadim Druelle on Annapurna – A story of bravery and altruism,” the envoy posted on X. French mountaineer Vadim Druelle, 23, had to […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: A senior Pakistani diplomat this week warned that the UN Security Council was failing to provide relief to the Palestinians who continue to suffer in occupied territories from deadly Israeli bombings, starvation, displacement and collective punishment, as he sounded a clarion call for action to redress the situation. “What is happening before […]
Read MoreCelina ali Islamabad: Pakistan unveiled its national pavilion for Expo 2025 Osaka at a soft launch event in Kobe, said the country’s trade development authority this week, featuring a design inspired by the country’s iconic salt mines amid a broader effort to promote exports of its globally appreciated pink salt. The pavilion, themed “Universe in […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: US Charge d’Affairs US Embassy Natalie Baker this week met with Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik to discuss bilateral energy collaboration, sustainable development and opportunities for enhancing Pakistan-US relations. The meeting, held at the Ministry of Petroleum, focused on strengthening U.S.-Pakistan partnerships in the energy sector, including renewable energy initiatives, […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Federal Minister for Petroleum, Ali Pervaiz Malik, held a meeting with His Excellency Jakob Linulf, the Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan, this week at the Petroleum Division. The discussions focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, with special emphasis on mining sector and technological collaboration. The meeting highlighted the critical […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari this week vowed to eliminate Tuberculosis. “Today, on World Tuberculosis Day, we stand united in our resolve to eliminate a disease that has claimed far too many lives and continues to impact millions around the world. Tuberculosis is not just a health issue; it is a social […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan and Italy have expressed optimism over the potential for joint ventures in the energy sector, particularly in oil and gas, as both sides explored opportunities for enhanced cooperation, the Petroleum Division said in a statement. This was discussed during a meeting between newly-appointed Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik and Italian […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Honda Atlas Pakistan has made history by initiating exports of completely built cars to Japan, marking a significant milestone for Pakistan’s automotive industry. Special Assistant to the Prime Minister for Industries & Production Division, Haroon Akhtar Khan, this week participated as the chief guest in a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the official commencement […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Islamabad and Washington will hold a counter-terrorism dialogue in June this year, a statement from Pakistan’s interior ministry said this week amid efforts by both countries to forge closer ties and cooperation to battle militancy. Pakistan and the US have a history of cooperation in counterterrorism efforts, particularly during the “War on […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The inaugural EU-Pakistan Business Forum is set to take place in Islamabad from May 14-15 to enhance economic cooperation, according to a joint announcement by the government and European Union delegation this week. The EU is the largest single market in the world and the largest destination for Pakistani ex-ports. The EU […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week lauded the Sindh government’s initiative to offer 30,000 scholarships for Google Career Certificates in partnership with Google and Tech Valley. Calling it a “game-changing step toward digital transformation,” Malik emphasized that the initiative aligns with PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s vision of […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Australia, H.E. Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri, has highlighted the steady evolution of Australia-Pakistan relations since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1947. Speaking on the subject recently, he emphasized that the relationship, once primarily shaped by Commonwealth ties and Cold War-era cooperation, has since expanded to encompass trade, education, defense, and […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan this week welcomed the diplomatic progress towards settling the “tragic” Russia-Ukraine conflict, highlighting the recent limited agreement prohibiting attacks on energy infrastructure followed by another to ensure safe navigation in the Black Sea, hoping the parties would honour their commitments. “We appreciate the United States and its leadership’s active engagement, also […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Kazakhstan aims to boost exports and diversify its economy while addressing challenges in raw material exports. Kazakhstan has been actively developing its trade relations since gaining independence, with Italy, China, and Russia currently leading as its main trading partners. Experts are now discussing the potential for Kazakh goods to reach new markets, […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week praised the progress of the Sindh People’s Housing Project, stating that its completion will provide permanent shelter to millions of homeless families. During a meeting chaired by Bilawal, attended by Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah and the chief secretary, officials shared […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Adviser to Prime Minister on Political and Public Affairs Rana Sanaullah Khan this week held an important meeting with British High Commissioner Jane Marriott to discuss strengthening economic partnerships, enhancing trade relations, and exploring new avenues of mutual cooperation between Pakistan and the United Kingdom. During the meeting, Sanaullah, who also holds […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week highlighted Sindh government’s decision to educate the children of convicted prisoners. “Sindh government has taken a historic step by launching Pakistan’s first-ever initiative to educate the children of convicted prisoners. This groundbreaking program will provide 4,684 children across Sindh with access to […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week celebrated Ramzan with the Pakistani students. “Delighted to collaborate with Pakistani students in hosting a special Iftar at the Australian National University! Wishing everyone a blessed Ramzan,” the envoy tweeted. Earlier, Pakistan High Commission Australia, Canberra Australia hosted an Iftar-dinner for Muslim students with […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said this week that Islamophobia has no place in any society. In a post on X, the envoy said Islamophobia is not just an attack on one community but on the universal values of justice, equality and human dignity. “Combating it demands […]
Read MoreParis: Pakistan, in collaboration with twelve (12) other countries, celebrated the vibrant and culturally significant festival of Nowruz at the UNESCO Headquarters, Paris. Guests were treated to a feast of traditional Pakistani cuisine, including shami kebabs, aromatic basmati biryani and refreshing lassi, offering a glimpse into Pakistan’s delicious culinary heritage. Nowruz is recognized by UNESCO […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The Ambassador of the European Union (EU) to Pakistan, Dr. Riina Kionka, called on Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan this week to discuss strengthening bilateral trade ties and upcoming business engagements between the EU and Pakistan. During the meeting, Dr. Kionka invited the Commerce Minister to deliver closing remarks at […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan and Denmark this week reviewed the progress of Denmark’s $2 billion investment in Pakistan’s maritime sector. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry met with Danish Ambassador Jacob Linulf to discuss the project. They focused on implementing the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed last year. Both sides emphasized the […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week inaugurated an “I Work for Sindh” smartphone application, as part of a job portal developed by the Sindh Information Department, to help unemployed youth get jobs in the province. The inauguration ceremony, held at the Chief Minister House in Karachi, was attended by […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Jo Moir, Development Director at the British High Commission, this week highlighted key area for reporting for the climate journalists. Speaking at a Climate Journalist workshop, she acknowledged the challenges faced by journalists covering climate stories. She highlighted three main areas for climate journalists to concentrate their reporting on: Nationally Determined Contributions […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador of the European Union (EU), Dr. Riina Kionka on Friday paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif here at the Prime Minister’s House. At the outset, the Prime Minister thanked the EU Ambassador for expressing condolences on the recent terrorist attack on Jaffar Express train in Balochistan and […]
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