Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri meets Professor Patricia Davidson, discusses collaboration

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week met Professor Patricia Davidson, Vice-Chancellor and President University of Wollongong. “Glad to meet Prof Patricia Davidson Vice-Chancellor and President University of Wollongong @UOW_VC at Pakistan House. 855 Pakistani students are currently enrolled at @UOW. Discussed ways to further enhance collaboration with @UOW including in research,” he […]

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Pakistan and Australia enjoy friendly ties: Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week said that Pakistan and Australia enjoy friendly ties. In an interview, the envoy said that the two countries were working to enhance cooperation in various sectors. “It was a pleasure to be live at SBS. Had a good discussion on Pakistan-Australia relations, Pakistani Diaspora […]

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Ambassador Jakob Linulf appreciates Pakistan role on climate change

Lahore: Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf this week appreciated the role of Pakistan and its institutions on climate change and initiatives and pledged all possible cooperation and He was addressing a two-day international conference on climate change challenges and responses, held at the University of Central Punjab (UCB). Lahore High Court Judge Justice […]

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Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri lauds PACA for organizing Pakistan Day event

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri lauded the Pakistan Australian Cultural Association (PACA) for organizing the Pakistan Day celebrations in Brisbane. “Pakistan Day Celebrations in the heart of #Brisbane City. Well done Pakistan Australian Cultural Association (PACA). Big thanks to @QldGov and @brisbanecityqld for their support,” the envoy tweeted. PACA later said […]

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Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri warns against wrong use of cough medicines.

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week warned against wrong use of the cough medicines. “Cough medicine removed over pholcodine causing anaphylactic reactions – Pl(ease) check the ingredients of your cough medicine as pholcodine has been found to be potentially life threatening,” he tweeted. Dozens of popular over-the-counter cough syrups and […]

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Ambassador Jakob Linulf celebrates Copenhagen’s bike-friendly status

Staff Writer Islamabad: Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf this week celebrated as Copenhagen was once again declared as the one of the most bike-friendly cities worldwide. “Copenhagen once again highlighted as one of the most bike-friendly cities worldwide on CNN’s list! Cycling reduces burden on city’s infrastructure & brings health benefits. Will do […]

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Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri recalls memorable visit to Central Mosque of Imam Sarakhsi

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week recalled his memorable visit to Central Mosque of Imam Sarakhsi. “So pleased to see this picture thrown by my?? today. Taken in 2019 at Central Mosque of Imam Sarakhsi, commonly known as Bishkek Central Mosque in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Built in an Ottoman revival style, […]

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Ambassador Jakob Linulf celebrates Denmark’s near-perfect show in Corruption Perceptions Index

Staff Writer Islamabad: Denmark’s Ambassador to Pakistan Jakob Linulf this week celebrated his country’s near-perfect show in the Corruption Perceptions Index. “Such an honor to share that Denmark tops the Corruption Perceptions Index once again! In Denmark there is a high level of ‘societal trust’, this means that we not only trust our families & […]

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Italy: 2,000-year-old hall where emperor & knights partied discovered

Newswire Rome: Archaeologists in Italy have unearthed a massive hall where an emperor and knights partied some 2,000 years ago. The hall, discovered by researchers at the Università di Napoli L’Orientale in Naples, was located in the seaside home of Vedio Pollione, a Roman knight and politician who lived in the 1st century BCE, according […]

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Opportunities in Australia’s engineering sector for Pakistanis

Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri says there is strong demand for engineers in Australia Newswire Canberra: The High Commission for Pakistan in Canberra this week organized a webinar on “Opportunities in Australia’s Engineering Sector for Pakistani Citizens” as part of its ongoing “Opportunities Conference” initiative. The webinar attracted around 6,000 attendees, including Deans of various universities, Heads […]

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Denmark’s Hummel signs Pakistan Accord to commit to worker safety

Islamabad: Danish sportswear brand Hummel has signed the Pakistan Accord in order to reinforce its commitment towards worker safety. The initiative, which is part of the expanded ‘International Accord for Health and Safety in the Textile Industry,’ aims to ensure a safe environment for workers in the textile and garment sector in Pakistan. The International […]

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Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri sees hope despite massive earthquake

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner top Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week saw hope despite massive earthquake in Tukiye and Syria. “There is still hope – Pakistan Army rescues a victim trapped under the rubble 137 hrs after the devastating earthquake,” he tweeted. More than 33,000 people have died across Turkiye and Syria since a devastating […]

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Ambassador Jakob Linulf delighted to see three nominations from his country for Oscar 2023

Staff Writer Islamabad: Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf this week expressed delight to see three nominations from his country for the Oscar 2023. “Great News! Three Nominations in Oscar 2023. ‘A House Made of Splinters’ is nominated for best documentary, ‘Ivalu’ is nominated for best live action short film, & film editor Mikkel […]

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Italy increases work permit quota for foreigners to over 82,700 for 2023

Newswire Rome: The Italian authorities this week announced that the country has decided to raise the work permit quota for foreign unskilled workers and startup visa applicants from third countries to 82,705 spots for 2023. According to the government, the move will permit about 7,000 more third-country nationals to apply for work permits this year […]

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Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri calls to lift military siege in IIOJK

Newswire Canberra: Pakistan High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri has called upon the international community to urge India to ensure Kashmiris’ right to self-determination as enshrined in the relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions. He also stressed upon lifting of the military siege of the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), the release […]

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Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri looks to find new opportunities for Pakistani youth in Australia

Newswire Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri is working hard to find new opportunities for the Pakistani youth in Australia. In this connection, the Pakistan High Commission in Australia organized ‘PHC Opportunities Conference this week to deepen cooperation and to create and identify opportunities for Pakistani youth in Australia. The Pakistani envoy […]

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Ambassador Jakob Linulf lauds PMD services

Staff Writer Islamabad: Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf this week lauded the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) for its efficient services. “Truly impressed by the work of @PMDGov in providing meteorological service & climatic information throughout Pakistan,” he tweeted. He added: “(Denmark is) Exploring diverse sectors to enhance our bilateral cooperation.” PMD is both […]

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Italy: Friuli region is one of Europe’s best kept secrets

Newswire Rome: Its mountains, canyons, beaches and lagoons make it one of Italy’s most beautiful and varied landscapes, but few people — and that includes Italians — know anything about it. Perhaps because it’s tucked away on the country’s northeastern border with Slovenia and Austria, perhaps because of a history of invasions, including the Austro-Hungarian […]

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Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri holds productive brainstorming session with Pakistani community leaders

Islamabad: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week held a very productive brainstorming session with the Pakistani community leaders, academicians, activists and philanthropists. “Held a very productive brainstorming session with Pakistani-Australian community leaders, academicians, activists and philanthropists. Excellent exchange of ideas on how to facilitate students coming from Pakistan, including provision of […]

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Nishat Mills plans to acquire 100% of Denmark’s Wernerfelt A/S

Islamabad: Textile giant Nishat Mills (NML) this week said its board has decided to acquire Wernerfelt A/S, a Danish manufacturer of fabrics, either by the company itself and/or Nishat International FZE, Dubai, its wholly owned subsidiary. The company shared the development in its notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). “The Board of Directors of […]

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Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri watches cricket match between Governor-General’s XI, Pakistan women

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week watched the cricket match between Governor-General’s XI and Pakistan women. “Real honour to join Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia H.E. General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd) for the Pakistan v Governor General XI match at Allan Border Field Brisbane,” he tweeted […]

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Denmark pledges DKK26.7 million assistance for Pakistan children

Staff Writer Islamabad: Denmark this week announced additional humanitarian assistance of DKK 26.7 million to United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) for supporting the flood relief efforts of Pakistan. “The Danish assistance will provide health, nutrition, WASH, child protection services and education for 10 million children in Pakistan through UNICEF-Pakistan”, Denmark’s Minister for Development […]

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Italy invents robot that carves sculptures out of marble like Michelangelo

Newswire Rome: An Italian startup called Robotor has invented a machine that’s nearly as good at carving marble masterpieces out of Carrara marble as its Renaissance-era predecessors. As CBS News reports, Robotor founder Giacomo Massari is convinced his robot-machined marble statues are nearly as good as those made by humans. Almost. “I think, let’s say […]

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Pakistan a strong voice against terrorism: Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri said this week that Pakistan had been a strong voice against terrorism. “Pakistan has contributed significantly to the fight against #terrorism. Our LEAs and people of ???? continue to make sacrifices. We will never allow the forces of darkness to succeed. Our Shuhda (martyrs) are our […]

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Ambassador Jakob Linulf delighted as Copenhagen becomes World Capital of Architecture

Staff Writer Islamabad: Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf this week expressed delight after Copenhagen became the World Capital of Architecture. “Proud to share that Copenhagen becomes the World Capital of Architecture under the tagline ‘Copenhagen in Common’, it will celebrate the prestigious recognition throughout 2023 with abundance of architectural events & sustainable showcases […]

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Masterpieces from Italy museum on display in Shanghai

Newswire Shanghai: An exhibition featuring masterpieces from the National Archaeological Museum of Naples in Italy has opened to the public in Shanghai. The exhibition — “A World of Beauty: Masterpieces from the National Archaeological Museum of Naples” — debuted in the eastern Chinese metropolis on Wednesday, as part of the events celebrating the 2022 China-Italy […]

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Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri interacts with Pakistani Diaspora

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week interacted with Pakistani Diaspora. “Had an excellent interaction with the ???? Pakistani Diaspora at the monthly TownHall meeting of @PakinAustralia. Thanks for excellent feedback, inputs and cooperation,” he later tweeted. Earlier, he issued an advisory for Pakistani nationals travelling from Australia to Pakistan via […]

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Ambassador Jakob Linulf greets everyone a Happy New Year

Staff Writer Islamabad: Ambassador on Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf this week greeted everyone a Happy New Year. “Happy new year everyone! I want to thank you all for the incredible hospitality, uncovering addictive cuisine, vibrant culture & amazing experiences – may you all have a blissful & prosperous 2023! #PakistanZindabad,” he tweeted. In another […]

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