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Bilawal Bhutto: Pakistan’s rising political force advocating democracy

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the rising political figure in Pakistan, advocates for democratic governance, economic stability, and electoral reforms. He addresses critical issues such as missing persons, respectful engagement, and the privatization of state-owned enterprises. With an ambitious manifesto focusing on sectors like agriculture and energy, Bilawal’s commitment to a democratic, inclusive, and […]

China-funded mega solarization project inaugurated in Balochistan

Gwadar Pro Quetta: Balochistan Caretaker Chief Minister Mir Ali Mardan Khan Domki inaugurated the China-funded mega solarization project this week, aimed at converting various public department buildings, including educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and civic departments, to renewable energy sources. The China-funded project will provide clean, affordable, and uninterrupted power supply to the government departments. With […]

AI go global: China-Pak coop in smart city construction

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: In the context of the joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiative and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Chinese and Pakistani researchers are helping Pakistan build smarter and safer cities through the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. At the beginning of year 2022, the CPInS Lab was officially established at […]

Pakistani Community in Beijing joins in Chinese New Year celebration

China Economic Net Beijing: As the Chinese people are embracing the Year of Loong (Dragon), the Pakistani community residing in Beijing is enthusiastically participating in the Chinese New Year celebrations, showcasing the strong bond between China and Pakistan. The streets of Beijing are adorned with red lanterns and festive decorations as locals and foreigners gather […]

PPP, the only federal party in Pakistan: Umar Rehman Malik

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik said this week that PPP was the only federal party in the country. The increase in the PPP’s vote bank, and its presence in all the provinces of the country is a clear indication of the PPP being the only truly national party in […]

Pakistan exhibitors show substantial presence at Texworld Evolution Paris

Newswire Islamabad:With a total of 19 enterprises, the Pakistani exhibitors show a substantial presence and impact at the internationally acclaimed trendsetting innovative ‘Texworld Evolution Paris’. The three-day exhibition that opened on February 5 with over 1300 companies from around the globe catering tofuture vogue and sourcing requirements remained the central attraction for global fashion and […]

Nepal: Pakistan Embassy, Youth Buddhist Association organise ‘Buddhist Heritage in Pakistan’ event

Newswire Kathmandu: The Youth Buddhist Association and Pakistan Embassy on Saturday organised the “Buddhist Heritage in Pakistan” event at the Buddhist Relief Centre Hall. Addressing the visual presentation event, Pakistani Ambassador to Nepal Abrar H Hashmi stated that the Buddhist Heritage Sites in Pakistan were pivotal in bridging the people-to-people connection between the two South […]

High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri urges Pakistani students to take advantage of education opportunities in Australia

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week urged the Pakistani students to take advantage of education opportunities in Australia. “Opportunity for Pakistani students to study in Australia. Pakistan – Australia Awards are now open,” the envoy posted on X. Applications for Australia Awards Scholarships for study commencing in 2025 opened on […]

Interested in ‘taking appropriate steps to continue to foster relationship’ with Pakistan: US

Celina Ali Islamabad: The United States said this week it is interested in taking appropriate steps to continue to foster its relationship with Pakistan as the South Asian nation held a vote to decide its future. While the picture is still murky as the results are yet to come in, the polling day was marred […]

Pakistan must invest in climate resilience to survive: Bilawal Bhutto

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan must invest in climate resilience for its survival, prime ministerial hopeful Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said in a wide-ranging interview. He said he had been ready to quit the government while he was foreign minister because there were no new climate-resilience projects in the federal budget following devastating floods that killed more […]

Pakistan exports to China jump significantly

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Pakistan’s export of goods and services to China witnessed an increase of 40.01 per cent during the first six months of the current fiscal year (2023-24) as compared to the exports of the corresponding period of last year, State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced. The overall exports to China were recorded at […]

Chinese New Year celebrated in Lahore

Gwadar Pro Lahore: The Pakistan-China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI) organized a vibrant event at Faletti’s Hotel in Lahore on Friday afternoon (Feb 2) to celebrate the Chinese New Year. A delegation from Punjab University (PU), comprising teachers and students and led by the Director of the PU Confucius Institute, Professor Dr. Shafiqur […]

Chinese Ambassador appreciates PAF’s steadfast determination

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: The Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong, called on Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu here. The Chinese ambassador lauded the steadfast determination of Pakistan Air Force (PAF) leadership to ensure balance of power in the region. During the meeting, matters pertaining to evolving geo-strategic environment […]

NA 127 constituency issues real: Umar Rehman Malik

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik said this week that the issues of the people living in the NA 127 constituency were real. “Had insightful conversation with the residents of #NA127 Lahore today. Their problems are real and serious, the solution of which should have been the top priority of […]

Ambassador Marilina Armellin set to strengthen Pakistan-Italy friendship

Celina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador Marilina Armellin’s recent presentation of credentials to President Dr. Arif Alvi in Pakistan marks a significant moment in the ongoing diplomatic relations between Italy and Pakistan. As a seasoned diplomat with an impressive background, Ambassador Armellin brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her role, promising to be a key […]

High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri celebrates growing Pakistan-Belarus friendship

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri celebrated the closeness of Pakistan and Belarus as the friendship grows. “The National Library of Belarus in Minsk is lit with the flags of Pakistan and Belarus as part of the celebrations of 30th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries,” he posted […]

FM Jilani advocates global collaboration and partnership at EU India Pacific ministerial forum

Celina Ali Islamabad: Jalil Abbas Jilani, the Caretaker Foreign Minister, this week emphasized the need to move beyond divisive bloc politics and great power competition in today’s interconnected world. He conveyed these sentiments during a session on ‘Shared Prosperity, Economic Resilience, and Investment’ at the EU India Pacific Ministerial Forum in Brussels. Jalil Abbas Jilani […]

Pakistan, Ethiopia agree for twinning of cities, promote tourist exchange

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan and Ethiopia this week agreed to pursue the twinning of their cities and promote tourist exchange besides underscoring enhanced cooperation in the field of medicine and agricultural education. The bilateral cooperation was discussed as Pakistan’s Ambassador to Ethiopia and African Union Atif Sharif visited the historic Ethiopian city of Aksum in […]

Solution of public problems PPP priority: Asif Ali Zardari

Talagang: Former president and co-chairman Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Asif Zardari said this week that resolving the public problems always remained top priority of PPP and it paid special heed towards highlighting the social development work. While addressing a public gathering in Talagang, he promised the people a chance to earn money in Pakistan instead […]

Maryam takes aim at PTI founder, says ‘virus’ plagued Pakistan for five years

Gujranwala: Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) leader Maryam Nawaz took a swipe at the founder of the Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) this week, stating that the viral disease that plagued Pakistan for the past five years was first driven away by the residents of Gujranwala. “It ran away because it was scared of you,” Maryam declared in […]

Kashmir issue’s resolution imperative for regional peace: Raja Pervez Ashraf

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf said this week the resolution of the Kashmir issue according to aspirations of the Kashmiri people and the United Nations Security Council’s resolution is indispensable for lasting peace and stability in the region. He said, “Freedom movement cannot be suppressed by using force on innocent Kashmiris.” […]

Bilawal Bhutto urges people to thwart PML-N ‘conspiracy’

Liaquat Ali Rawalpindi: Taking a jibe at former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week urged the masses to thwart “conspiracy” of those aiming to become prime minister for the fourth time by voting for his party. Addressing a rally at Rawalpindi’s Liaquat Bagh, Bilawal accused Pakistan Muslim […]

PTCL, Huawei conduct 50G-PON trial to pioneer next generation fiber optic broadband in Pakistan

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: The country’s leading broadband service provider Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) in partnership with Huawei, a global leader in information and communication technology, this week completed the country’s first successful trial of 50G-PON technology, marking a historic stride towards the introduction of next-generation fiber-optic broadband services in Pakistan. This groundbreaking achievement is […]

China Southern Airlines to resume Urumqi-Kashgar-Islamabad route after 15-year suspension

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: China Southern Airlines, a flag carrier of China, will resume the Urumqi-Kashgar-Islamabad route on January 27. The resumption of service comes nearly 15 years after the route was suspended in July 2009. The flight for the Urumqi-Kashgar-Islamabad round trip, numbered CZ8019/20, is scheduled to be carried out every Saturday. The outbound flight […]

Umar Rehman Malik says emotions ran high when Bilawal Bhutto spoke at Liaquat Bagh rally

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik said this week that emotions ran high as PPP chief Bilawal Bhutto Zardari spoke at Liaquat Bagh rally – the site where his mother Benazir Bhutto was assassinated more than 16 years ago. “Another successful gathering at Shaheed Mohtarma #BenazirBhutto’s memorial Liaqat Bagh, Rawalpindi. […]

Quality education crucial for development, breaking cycle of poverty: High Commissioner Jane Marriott

Celina Ali Islamabad: British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jane Marriott CMG OBE, said this week that inclusive, quality education is crucial for peace, development, and breaking the cycle of poverty. In a video message on the occasion of the International Day of Education, she said that both girls and boys have an equal right to […]

Ambassador Marilina Armellin’s exemplary career testament to her unwavering commitment to diplomacy, international cooperation

Celina Ali Islamabad: Italy’s new Ambassador to Pakistan Marilina Armellin’s exemplary career is a testament to her unwavering commitment to diplomacy and international cooperation. Hailing from Treviso, Veneto, she has not only shattered gender barriers as the first woman to hold the position of Italian ambassador to Pakistan but has also showcased unparalleled dedication throughout […]

PPP unveils populist manifesto

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) this week unveiled its “comprehensive” manifesto highlighting the party’s vision for sustainable and inclusive development with a focus on economic uplift, climate resilience, poverty alleviation and women empowerment. The party’s vice president, Senator Sherry Rehman, unveiled the 64-page document Chuno Nai Soch Ko—vote for new ideas—during a […]

Faisal Karim Kundi vows to address all major issues of people

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Central Information Secretary and Candidate for NA-44, DI Khan-I constituency, Faisal Karim Kundi vowed to address all the major issues being faced by the people of his constituency. He stated this while addressing a public meeting organized here at the residence of renowned businessman Haji Ghulam Subhani in […]

PML-N’s Sheikh Rohail assures support to Aleem Khan

Lahore: Election strategy between PML-N and Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party has set to execute in NA-119 and PP-149 constituencies. Senior leader of PML-N Ex MNA Sheikh Rohail Asghar along with Chairmen of 4 Union Councils of PML-N have announced their full support to Abdul Aleem Khan who is the candidate of PP-149. Sheikh Rohail Asghar and IPPP […]

UN women, Japan celebrate success of women’s socio-economic resilience project

Celina Ali Islamabad: UN Women, in collaboration with the Government of Japan, hosted a showcase event in Karachi this week to highlight the success of Women’s Socio-Economic Resilience Project. The initiative aimed to provide essential relief and protection services to women and girls in flood-affected areas, fostering their resilience and adaptability to emergencies and disasters. […]

Aseefa Bhutto vows to carry forward mother’s vision

Laiquat Ali Islamabad Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, daughter of the late Benazir Bhutto, delivered a poignant speech during her visit to Maripur, echoing the legacy of her mother and the Bhutto family. Embracing her lineage, she reminded the crowd of her connection to Benazir Bhutto, emphasizing her commitment to continue her mother’s mission. “Benazir Bhutto was […]

Bilawal Bhutto asks PTI supporters to vote for PPP

Liaquat Ali Lahore: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week urged Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters to rally behind his party in the upcoming general elections, pledging to put an end to the politics of revenge and division. “I’ve experienced the oppression of PML-N myself, and I wouldn’t want any political party worker […]

Chinese VFM, Pakistani FS inaugurate CPEC Corner at Pakistani MoFA library

Celina Ali Islamabad: Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong and Pakistani Foreign Secretary Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi this week inaugurated the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Corner at the library of Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) here in Islamabad. Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong was on a visit to Islamabad. Speaking on the occasion, […]

Punjab has given overwhelming response to Bilawal Bhutto: Umar Rehman Malik

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik said this week that Punjab had given overwhelming response to PPP chief Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. “After the phenomenal response from the people of Punjab, it is even more evident that the people of Pakistan only see PPP as the antidote to our great nations’ […]

High Commissioner Jane Marriot says ‘Anti-rape crisis cell’ in PIMS a significant milestone

Celina Ali Islamabad: Jane Marriot, UK’s High Commissioner to Pakistan, said this week that the “Anti-rape crisis cell in Institute of medical Sciences (PIMS) Islamabad was a significant milestone in addressing gender-based violence in Pakistan Survivors of sexual violence including rape suffer tremendously from physical impacts, emotional trauma and social stigmatization. Therefore, confidential, comprehensive and […]

British High Commissioner Jane Marriott meets Yusuf Raza Gilani

Multan: Senator Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani Former Prime Minister and Parliamentary Leader PPP in the Senate, hosted Jane Marriott, the British High Commissioner and Clara Strandhoj, Head of British consulate Lahore at Gilani house Multan this week. During the meeting they discussed strengthening the enduring relationship between Pakistan & United Kingdom and expressed a desire […]

Sherry Rehman stresses timely electoral process, level playing field amid symbol allocation concerns

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Senator Sherry Rehman, Vice-President of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), this week, reiterated her party’s commitment to a timely electoral process for a seamless democratic transition and stressed that a level playing field in the polls can only be guaranteed once all PPP candidates receive their electoral symbols on time. Senator Rehman’s […]

PTI NA-119 candidate withdraws in Maryam’s favour

Newswire Lahore: Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) candidate Mehr Muhammad Waseem on Sunday declared his withdrawal in favour of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Senior Vice President Maryam Nawaz in Lahore’s NA-119. Waseem along with numerous PTI members also defected to PML-N, pledging their allegiance to Maryam Nawaz. The development came following a meeting between Waseem and his […]

Iran fully committed to territorial integrity of Pakistan: Ambassador Moghadam

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Ambassador of Iran to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam this week said that Iran was fully committed to the territorial integrity of the brotherly country of Pakistan. The ambassador, in a post on social media platform X, said, “Threats like terrorism are common, also interests. Uniquely non-competitive interests and complementary economy provide a […]

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