Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Chairman Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to safeguarding the rights and fostering the development and empowerment of minorities in Pakistan. He emphasized that the PPP will never compromise on these core principles. The PPP Chairman on the occasion of National Minorities Day, underscored his […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: Huawei this week marked a significant milestone in Pakistan’s journey towards digital excellence with the Huawei Train The Trainer (TTT) Certificate Distribution Ceremony. Under the dynamic leadership of Honorable Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif , Huawei has designed an extensive training program to empower 300,000 students across the nation. This initiative is a crucial […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Lahore: Chinese Consul General Zhao Shirin this week presented a cheque for 4 million rupees to Governor of Punjab, Sardar Saleem Haider Khan for development projects in the Attock district. This contribution, previously announced during a meeting at the Governor House in Lahore, was warmly appreciated by Governor Khan, who expressed his gratitude […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week lauded the Sindh government’s strides in the health sector. “The PPP government’s strides in the health sector have been trailblazing. Whether it’s the state of the art Children’s hospital in Sukkur or provision of world class ambulances in interior Sindh to name […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The British High Commission has been amongst the earliest organisations to provide relief interventions, following devastating floods in Chitral. Between 29 July and August 3, Chitral suffered severe damages from torrential rains, flash floods and glacial lake outburst floods. 14 drinking water supply schemes, 15 jeep-able bridges, 55 irrigation channels, 9 link […]
Read MoreParis: Pakistan’s golden boy, Arshad Nadeem, who recently clinched the gold medal at the Paris Olympics 2024, was greeted with overwhelming warmth and national pride amid drumbeat upon his arrival at the Pakistan Embassy in Paris. The streets surrounding the embassy echoed with chants of “Pakistan Zindabad” and “Arshad Nadeem Zindabad,” as members of the […]
Read MoreCanberra: Youm-e-Istehsal was observed this week across Australia, with multiple events organized across major cities, including Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. Car rallies featuring pictures that expressed support for Kashmiris and their quest for justice and self-determination also gained a lot of public attention. To commemorate the day, the High Commission for Pakistan in Canberra […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan’s new Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch will assume office next month, replacing the retiring Dr Syrus Sajjad Qazi. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved Baloch’s appointment, based on the recommendation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. Qazi is expected to be appointed as an ambassador in an important country […]
Read MoreCelina Ali ISLAMABAD, August 2: Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif this week pledged to revamp Pakistan’s economy by emulating China’s model. The PM stressed that the objective would be to achieve similar economic success on a smaller scale. Speaking to a 12-member Chinese delegation led by Wang Fukang, the prime minister said that during his […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), Senator Rubina Khalid during her visit to the Peshawar Tehsil Office this week emphasized that there will be zero tolerance against any misbehavior with the women beneficiaries. The purpose of the visit was to monitor the arrangements at the office and review the facilities provided for […]
Read MoreMia Shah – Gwadar Pro Beijing: Pakistan and China are forging joint ventures expected to propel Pakistan’s leather industry to new heights. These collaborations involve setting up manufacturing plants, tanneries, and R&D centers dedicated to leather product innovation, according to Khalid Waleed, advisor to the Pakistan Tanners Association. In June, the Association of Guangdong Shoe […]
Read MoreMia Shah – Gwadar Pro Beijing: A group of 19 officials, business representatives, and experts in charge of economic development cooperation from Islamabad, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Punjab participated in a two-week seminar from July 11-24 in China. The seminar, hosted by China Center for Urban Development of the National Development and Reform Commission, is […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week acknowledged Mother of the Nation Fatima Jinnah’s unwavering dedication and tireless contributions to Pakistan. “On the birth anniversary of Madar-e-Millat Fatima Jinnah, we pay rich tribute to her unwavering dedication and tireless contributions to Pakistan,” he said in a statement. Umar Rehman […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week had a productive meeting with the Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) chief James Taylor. “Had an excellent meeting with Mr. James Taylor, Managing Director SBS. Discussed opportunities for enhanced collaboration – more Pakistani content including movies, TV drama serials, music, qawwali, tourism, and much more,” […]
Read MoreParis: Ambassador of Pakistan to France Asim Iftikhar Ahmad this week reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to support the Kashmiri people in achieving their legitimate right to self-determination. He was speaking at a webinar regarding Youm-e-Istehsal, marking the 5 years of India’s illegal and unilateral actions of 5 August 2019 in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. […]
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 MoreRome: Italy’s controversial plan to open migrant processing centres in Albania has been delayed. Officials cite construction issues at the Gjadër site primarily due to the region’s hot weather. Initially set to open this week, the centres are expected to be operational in several weeks, according to Italian Cabinet Secretary Alfredo Mantovano. The agreement signed […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari this week underscored the need for enhancing the outreach of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) as well as the number of beneficiaries for the uplift of underprivileged sections of society. President Zardari was talking to Chairperson BISP Rubina Khalid during a briefing on the program. President Asif […]
Read MoreNewswire Kunming: Pakistani Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi visited Kunming, capital city of Yunnan Province in Southwestern China this week. The visit was undertaken at the invitation of the provincial authorities of Yunnan on the occasion of the 8th China-South Asia Expo, in which Pakistan was designated as the theme country of honour, said an […]
Read MoreRaza Hussain A story with a good ending doesn’t just happen in Hollywood movies. It also happens when a group of determined, altruistic and hardworking individuals come together with one common goal: TO SAVE PEOPLE. This is what defines the humanitarian mission by Ali Rehman Malik. This humanitarian mission – an evacuation to save people […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The Speaker of Pakistan’s National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, emphasized on the long-standing cordial relations between Pakistan and Italy based on a shared commitment to global peace and sustainable development during a meeting with Italian Ambassador Marilina Armellin this week. Speaker Ayaz Sadiq called for strengthening political, cultural, economic, and people-to-people connections. […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: British High Commissioner Jane Marriott this week completed her first successful year in Pakistan. At this point, she saif Pakistan was facing a crucial year ahead, with significant economic reforms necessary to ensure long-term success. “This year is a critical year for making the economic reforms necessary to ensure Pakistan’s long-term success: […]
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 MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week presented credentials to Sir Bob Bofeng Dadae, Governor General of Papua New Guinea (PNG) as non-resident High Commissioner for Pakistan to PNG. “Presented my credentials to H.E. Sir Bob Bofeng Dadae, Governor General of Papua New Guinea as nonresident High Commissioner for Pakistan to […]
Read MoreParis: A meet and greet event with the athletes representing Pakistan at the Paris 2024 Olympics was hosted this week at the Embassy of Pakistan in France led by Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmed. Federal Minister for Inter-Provincial Coordination Rana Sanaullah Khan represented Government of Pakistan at the Olympics Opening Ceremony was the Chief Guest. Members […]
Read MoreBrussels: Ambassador of Pakistan to the European Union, Belgium and Luxembourg Amna Baloch this week met with Secretary General of World Customs Organization (WCO) Ian Saunders here. In the meeting, they discussed the ongoing engagements between Pakistan and the WCO in the domain of customs cooperation. Besides, they also deliberated on exploring ways to further […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: French climber Benjamin Vedrines summited Pakistan’s K2 in record time on July 28, reaching the top of the world’s second-highest mountain in just under 11 hours. The 32-year-old specialist in high-speed ascents – made without the aid of oxygen – left K2 base camp just after midnight on July 27 and reached […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Peshawar: Khyber Pakhtunkhaw Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi this week emphasized the urgent need for interfaith harmony, calling it pivotal for fostering peace. He said this during his visit to Gurdwara Bhai Joga Singh, Jogian Shah. He was accompanied by provincial president Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), Muhammad Ali Shah Bacha, former minority […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said this week that Pakistan’s Information Technology (IT) exports will rise with Huawei’s annual professional training to 300,000 Pakistani students. Talking to a four-member delegation led by Ethan Sun, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Huawei Pakistan, the prime minister stressed that collaboration with Huawei was essential for providing advanced […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: A delegation of journalists from Balochistan province of Pakistan, accompanied by representatives from the China International Communications Group (CICG), visited Ambassador Khalil Hashmi at Pakistan Embassy Beijing this week. Welcoming the delegation, Ambassador Hashmi emphasized the pivotal role of media in fostering friendship between Pakistan and China. He underlined the significance of Pakistan-China […]
Read MoreIslamabad: Federal Minister for Planning and Development, Ahsan Iqbal this week announced that the upgradation of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)’s Main Line-1 (ML-1) railway project will be executed in phases. Chairing a meeting concerning on CPEC, he maintained that both Pakistan and China had agreed to expedite the commencement of the ML-1 project. Ahsan […]
Read MoreLate Senator Rehman Malik (This article was written in November 23, 2021) It was mid-afternoon while I was sitting in my office as Director FIA/Immigration and Anti-Smuggling, Islamabad and I received a call from Major General Naseerullah Khan Babar (Retired), the then Minister for Interior, who asked me to visit his residence at 06:00 pm. […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Chairperson of the Pakistan Caucus in US Congress, Congresswoman Jackson L Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, has passed away at the age of 74 after a battle with cancer. “Today, with incredible sorrow for our loss yet deep appreciation for the life she shared with us, we announce the passing of US Representative […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Italy’s Ambassador to Pakistan Marilina Armellin has praised Pakistan’s measures to combat human trafficking. Pakistan and Italy recently reached an agreement to finalize a formal deal aimed at jointly combating human trafficking and illegal migration. This significant development occurred during a meeting between Pakistan’s Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi, and Ambassador Marilina Armellin. […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week announced establishment of an Urdu language school in Canberra. “Great news for Pakistani Diaspora in Canberra. For the first time URDU language school has been established & incorporated in ACT. This will not only help Pakistani families here but will also add to ACT’s […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistani Ambassador to France Asim Iftikhar Ahmed has won Pakistanis’ hearts in France with his helpful nature. The envoy, who has been appointed as the Additional Permanent Representative to the United Nations, had been available for all possible assistance to the large Pakistani population living in France all his ongoing term. A […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Centre for SCO Studies, Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies, the Riphah Institute of Public Policy (RIPP), in collaboration with the Embassy of Kazakhstan this week hosted a roundtable on ‘Post Astana Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit 2024: Achievements and way forward.’ The roundtable provided an in-depth analysis of the outcomes of the […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Federal Minister for Finance & Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb chaired the first steering committee of the FCDO- funded Revenue Mobilisation, Investment and Trade (REMIT) programme this week. British High Commissioner, Jane Marriot co-chaired the meeting. The meeting was attended by Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission, Dr. Jehanzeb Khan and senior government […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) chief Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week called upon the government and society to address the issue of rapid population growth for sustainable development and a prosperous future for all. He emphasised that reducing Pakistan’s population growth rate could significantly improve the quality of life for its citizens. In […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: Khyber Pakthunkhwa (KP) Governor, Faisal Karim Kundi this week visited the embassy of People’s Republic of China at Islamabad where he was warmly welcomed by the Chinese ambassador Jiang Ziadong. The Governor while praising the role of China in progress and development of Pakistan said that extension of the z Hina-Pakistan Economic Corridor […]
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