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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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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78th Republic Day: Italy for international peace, stability

Newswire Rome: On the 78th anniversary of Italy’s Republic Day, President Sergio Mattarella laid the traditional laurel wreath at the Milite Ignoto at the Altare della Patria, in Piazza Venezia Rome this week. Presidents of the Chamber and Senate, Ignazio La Russa and Lorenzo Fontana, and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni were also in attendance. To […]

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French Ambassador Nicolas Galey celebrates second edition of Alumni Days

Celina Ali Islamabad: The French Residence in Islamabad was abuzz with excitement as Ambassador Nicolas Galey this week welcomed members of the business and education communities, distinguished guests, and former students to celebrate the second edition of Alumni Days in Pakistan. This event was part of a global initiative to connect and celebrate international graduates […]

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Ambassador Jakob Linulf reiterates Denmark’s commitment to Green Framework Agreement

Celina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf this week reiterated his government’s efforts for implementation of Green Framework Agreement with Pakistan. “Met with the newly appointed Secretary at @MoCCPak, Eazaz Dar, to discuss green projects in and steps forward for implementation of the ‘Action Plan’ under the Green Framework Agreement signed between […]

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Pakistan-China strategic partnership a driving force for peace, security and development: Envoy

Newswire ISLAMABAD, May 24: Pakistan Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi said this week that the friendship between Pakistan and China had stood the test of time and grown ever stronger with each passing year. “73 years ago, Pakistan and China established diplomatic relations. Today, we celebrate the enduring bonds of a friendship that has stood […]

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UAE a great friend of Pakistan: Umar Rehman Malik

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik said this week that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a great friend of Pakistan. “The UAE is one of Pakistan’s largest trading partners, reflecting strong bilateral relations anchored in shared cultural and economic interests. President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan’s commitment to investing […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri offers condolences to the government, people of Iran

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week offered condolences to the government and people of Iran over the tragic death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and others in a helicopter crash. “Called on H.E. Ahmad Sadeghi @ahmad87051 Ambassador of Islamic Republic of Iran to Australia to convey our condolences and sympathies. […]

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NSPP’s Management Course participants visit Pakistan’s missions abroad

Celina Ali Islamabad: The participants of the National School of Public Policy’s National Management Course visited Pakistan’s diplomatic missions abroad in different countries and met with the envoys as part of their study tours. The course participants also visited different organizations of the host countries related to different sectors like industries, climate change, and others. […]

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Xi, Putin highlight need to safeguard fairness, justice

Cao Desheng Beijing: President Xi Jinping this week reiterated that the fundamental solution to the Ukraine crisis lies in promoting a new type of balanced, effective and sustainable security architecture, highlighting China’s readiness to play a positive role in advancing a political settlement of the protracted Russia-Ukraine conflict. Xi made the remarks while meeting with […]

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Italy embassy supports Glaciers Inventory of Pakistan launch

Celina Ali Islamabad: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in close collaboration with the Embassy of Italy, the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), Government of Gilgit Baltistan and EvK2CNR Italy presented the Glaciers Inventory of Pakistan. This initiative marks a significant step forward in understanding and preserving Pakistan’s invaluable glacial resources. Participating in the […]

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Rich connotation of China-Russia cooperation will continue to be enriched

Global Times Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded a two-day state visit to China. The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs described President Putin’s visit as “importantly timed and fruitful.” The two heads of state signed and issued a joint statement on deepening China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era on the occasion of […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri presents APCC award to Hasan Gencturk

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week presented Australia Pakistan Chamber of Commerce, Trade & Industry award to Hasan Gencturk. “Delighted to present Australia Pakistan Chamber of Commerce, Trade & Industry award to Hasan Gencturk @HasanGencturk3,World Turkish Business Council Australia President & MUSIAD Sydney President. Pakistani & Turkish Diasporas in Australia […]

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China, France to cooperate on Notre-Dame restoration

Beijing: China and France will work together on the restoration of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris and the protection of China’s Terracotta Warriors. According to the Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum in Shaanxi Province, the joint research endeavor with France’s Foundation for Cultural Heritage Sciences will predominantly focus on the protection of wooden remains and earthen […]

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PM expresses govt desire to attract investment from UK, other countries

Celina Ali Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif this week expressed Pakistan’s desire to attract investment from the UK and other countries, highlighting the country’s vast potential in diverse areas including agriculture, food security, information technology, tourism, and mining. He was talking to British High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott, who called on him at the […]

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Envoy visits Pakistan Eventing Paris Olympics training camp; meets Pak horse rider Usman

Newswire Paris: Ambassador of Pakistan in France Asim Iftikhar Ahmad this week visited the training camp of Pakistan Eventing Paris Olympics 2024 in Sandillon commune where he interacted with Pakistan’s horse rider Usman Khan. During the tour, the ambassador was briefed on the ongoing qualification events in the run-up to the Olympics. Envoy visits Pakistan […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri looks forward to Pakistan-Australia volleyball competition

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week said that he was looking forward to the volleyball competition between Pakistan and Australia. “Look forward to an exciting series,” he posted on X, citing the Australian volleyball team’s upcoming visit to Pakistan. The Australian volleyball team will arrive in Pakistan on May 26 […]

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Italy’s driving craze: Odd names, high speeds

James Raia Naples: Occasionally, a Ferrari or another elite supercar that made the country’s automotive industry famous, maneuver along small roads. But they’re outliers, open-road machines glorified in movies and showcased by snooty auction houses. Little cars, some familiar but with unfamiliar names reign in the nation’s maze of constant congestion and ego-driven driving. Narrow, […]

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Kazakhstan highlights OIC’s vital role in ensuring peace in Muslim states

Astana: Kazakhstan stressed the significance of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) role in ensuring peace and security in several Muslim countries during the 15th Session of the Islamic Summit Conference in Gambia on May 4-5, reported the ministry’s press service. A Kazakh delegation led by Deputy Foreign Minister Alibek Bakayev and other event participants […]

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Free Zone Agriculture Industrial Park inaugurated in Gwadar

Gwadar Pro Gwadar: Federal Minister for Marine Affairs Qaiser Ahmad Sheikh on Saturday afternoon inaugurated Free Zone Agriculture Industrial Park in Gwadar. The opening ceremony was held at the China Business Center. Chairman Gwadar Port Authority Pansad Khan Bilidi and Chairman China Overseas Port Holding Company (COPHC) also participated in the opening ceremony. Addressing the […]

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Pakistani Food Minister directs NARC benefit from Chinese technology to boost agriculture sector

Newswire Islamabad: Federal Minister for National Food Security and Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain on Thursday afternoon directed the National Agriculture Research Centre (NARC) to benefit from the Chinese technology to boost the agriculture sector. Speaking during his visit to NARC, Rana Tanveer Hussain said the purpose of his visit was to evaluate research […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri congratulates Sadiq Khan on election as Mayor of London

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week congratulated Sadiq Khan on being elected as the Mayor of London. “Congratulations Sadiq Khan on historic victory and best wishes for another successful term as Mayor of London. Londoners have once again shown how much they value inclusiveness and diversity,” the envoy said in a statement. […]

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PM Shehbaz Sharif eager to enhance cooperation with Denmark

Celina Ali Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif this week expressed interest in cooperation between Pakistan and Denmark in the fields of agriculture and environment-friendly energy projects. He was talking to a Danish delegation led by Chief Executive Officer of APM Terminals Keith Svendsen in Islamabad. Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf was also present. […]

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China reiterates willingness to strengthen high-level exchanges with France

Cui Fandi Beijing: China stands ready to strengthen high-level exchanges with France, give play to the leading role of head-of-state diplomacy, and add new connotations to the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries, said China’s top diplomat Wang Yi this week, amid rising high-level contacts between China and France in the past few months. […]

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Portuguese govt rejects President’s suggestion of slavery reparations

Sam Jones and Ashifa Kassam Lisbon: The Portuguese government has dismissed suggestions from the country’s president that it should “pay the costs” for slavery and other colonial-era crimes, saying it has no plans for reparations and will instead focus on deepening international cooperation “based on the reconciliation of brotherly peoples”. Campaigners have long appealed to […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri attends Pakistani hero’s funeral

Canberra: High Commissioner for Pakistan to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week attended the funeral of Faraz Ahmed Tahir and bid him final farewell. Later, the envoy stated that Faraz gave his life to save others. His bravery, courage, and selflessness will always be remembered, he added. The High Commissioner also conveyed sympathy and prayers […]

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China’s sincerity and goodwill in promoting China-US ties fully demonstrated, will the US cherish it?

Shen Yi US Secretary of State Antony Blinken concluded his visit to China on April 26. This visit represents a concrete step for both China and the US to implement the San Francisco consensus reached by leaders from both sides to maintain dialogue, manage differences, promote cooperation and strengthen coordination on global affairs. The year […]

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