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Month: March 2026

لاہور ایئرپورٹ پر بڑی کارروائی — انسانی اسمگلنگ کا منصوبہ ناکام
30Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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لاہور ایئرپورٹ پر بڑی کارروائی — انسانی اسمگلنگ کا منصوبہ ناکام

لاہور30 مارچ 2026(کامران راجہ): وفاقی تحقیقاتی ادارہ (ایف آئی اے) امیگریشن نے لاہور ایئرپورٹ پر کارروائی کرتے ہوئے وزٹ ویزا کی آڑ میں انسانی اسمگلنگ کے ایک منظم منصوبے کو ناکام بنا دیا۔ کارروائی کے دوران 2 مسافروں سمیت 3 ایجنٹس کو گرفتار کر لیا گیا۔ تفصیلات کے مطابق، مسافروں شاہزیب ریاض اور مرزا عثمان کو امیگریشن کلیئرنس کے دوران مشکوک پایا گیا۔ ابتدائی تفتیش میں انکشاف ہوا کہ ملزمان سری لنکا – کمبوڈیا روٹ کے ذریعے غیر قانونی طور پر البانیہ جانے کا منصوبہ رکھتے تھے۔ مزید تحقیقات کے دوران معلوم ہوا کہ ملزمان نے طیب، خالد اور کاشف علی نامی ایجنٹس کو غیر قانونی طور پر بیرونِ ملک بھجوانے کے عوض فی کس 20 لاکھ روپے ادا کیے تھے۔ ملزمان کی نشاندہی پر ایف آئی اے امیگریشن حکام نے فوری کارروائی کرتے ہوئے ایئرپورٹ پارکنگ ایریا سے تینوں ایجنٹس کو بھی گرفتار کر لیا۔ تمام گرفتار ملزمان کو مزید تفتیش ...
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Pakistan Hosts 2nd Quadrilateral Foreign Ministers’ Meeting; Reaffirms Commitment to Regional Peace and Iran–US Dialogue Facilitation
29Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan Hosts 2nd Quadrilateral Foreign Ministers’ Meeting; Reaffirms Commitment to Regional Peace and Iran–US Dialogue Facilitation

Islamabad, 29 March 2026(Kamran Raja): The Ministry of Foreign Affairs today issued a statement following the conclusion of the 2nd Meeting of Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt, held in Islamabad under the chairmanship of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar.Opening the statement, the Foreign Minister welcomed his counterparts from Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt, noting that the visiting dignitaries also called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. He highlighted that the meeting builds upon the inaugural session held in Riyadh on 19 March 2026.Key Outcomes of the MeetingThe Foreign Ministers held comprehensive and in-depth discussions on the evolving regional situation, with particular focus on ongoing conflicts and ...
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Foreign Minister of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad
29Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Foreign Minister of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad

Islamabad: 29 March 2026(Kamran Raja): His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif this evening.The Prime Minister was assisted by Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, National Security Advisor Lt. Gen. Muhammad Asim Malik, and SAPM Tariq Fatemi.During the warm and cordial meeting, the Prime Minister warmly welcomed the Saudi Foreign Minister and conveyed his respectful regards for The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and warm greetings for His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince & Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.While reaffirming Pakistan’s full...
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Pakistan Hosts Quadrilateral Consultations with Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt to Regional Cooperation
29Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan Hosts Quadrilateral Consultations with Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt to Regional Cooperation

Islamabad, March 29, 2026:At the opening of the Quadrilateral Consultations held in Islamabad today, the Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Republic of Türkiye, and the Arab Republic of Egypt convened to advance dialogue and strengthen cooperation on key regional and global issues of mutual interest.Welcoming the distinguished delegations, the Foreign Minister of Pakistan underscored the importance of enhanced coordination among the four brotherly nations, emphasizing their shared commitment to peace, stability, and sustainable development across the region. He highlighted that the platform reflects a collective resolve to deepen diplomatic engagement and address evolving geopolitical challenges through dialogue and partnership.The Foreign Ministers...
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Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to Zero Waste at UN Commemoration Event
29Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to Zero Waste at UN Commemoration Event

New York, 27 March 2026(Ghufran): Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to global zero-waste efforts while addressing the commemoration of the International Day of Zero Waste 2026, held under the theme “The Zero Food Waste Challenge: Breakthroughs and Innovative Approaches.”In his statement, Ambassador Ahmad congratulated United Nations Environment Programme and UN-Habitat for organizing the event and commended Türkiye for its leadership in advancing zero-waste initiatives, particularly recognizing the pioneering contributions of Emine Erdoğan.Highlighting the urgency of the issue, the Ambassador noted that nearly one billion tonnes of food are wasted annually, while more than 820 million ...
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پاکستان فٹبال ٹیم کی میانمار کے خلاف میچ سے قبل تیاریوں اور عزم کا اظہار
28Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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پاکستان فٹبال ٹیم کی میانمار کے خلاف میچ سے قبل تیاریوں اور عزم کا اظہار

اسلام آباد، 28 مارچ(کامران راجہ): 2026 پاکستان قومی فٹبال ٹیم کے کھلاڑیوں نے میانمار کے خلاف آئندہ میچ سے قبل اپنی تیاریوں، ٹیم کمبینیشن اور جیت کے عزم کا اظہار کیا ہے۔ قومی ٹیم کے کھلاڑی محب اللہ آفریدی نے کہا کہ ٹیم کی تیاری گزشتہ چند دنوں میں کافی بہتر رہی ہے۔ ان کے مطابق کھلاڑیوں کی جانب سے مثبت ردعمل دیکھنے میں آیا ہے جبکہ کوچنگ اسٹاف بھی بہترین رہنمائی فراہم کر رہا ہے۔ انہوں نے امید ظاہر کی کہ ٹیم میچ میں اچھی کارکردگی کا مظاہرہ کرے گی۔ گزشتہ میچ کے تجربے پر بات کرتے ہوئے انہوں نے کہا کہ ہر کیمپ کے ساتھ ٹیم کی کارکردگی میں بہتری آ رہی ہے اور کھلاڑیوں کو گیم ٹائم بھی مل رہا ہے۔ ان کا کہنا تھا کہ میانمار ایک مضبوط ٹیم ہے، تاہم پاکستان ٹیم بھی مکمل تیاری کے ساتھ میدان میں اترے گی اور پہلے سے بہتر پرفارمنس دینے کی کوشش کرے گی۔ دوسری جانب کھلاڑی وقار بلوچ نے کوچ اسٹیفن قسطنطین سولانو ک...
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Pakistan National Team Confident Ahead of Myanmar Clash Following Strong Preparations
28Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan National Team Confident Ahead of Myanmar Clash Following Strong Preparations

Islamabad 28 March 2026(Kamran Raja): The Pakistan national football team has expressed confidence and optimism ahead of their upcoming match against Myanmar, highlighting strong preparations, improved team cohesion, and a renewed focus on local talent.Speaking to the media, midfielder Mohibullah Afridi emphasized the team’s positive progress during the training camp. He noted that the players have shown excellent response to the coaching staff, with preparations yielding encouraging results. He reaffirmed the team’s commitment to delivering a strong performance in the upcoming fixture.Reflecting on recent performances, Afridi stated that the team continues to improve with each camp, gaining valuable match experience. Acknowledging the strength of both previous and upcoming opponen...
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Saudi Arabia Achieves Major Environmental Milestone with One Million Hectares Restored Under Saudi Green Initiative
27Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Saudi Arabia Achieves Major Environmental Milestone with One Million Hectares Restored Under Saudi Green Initiative

Riyadh, March 27, 2026(Kamran Raja): Saudi Arabia has reached a landmark environmental achievement by restoring one million hectares of degraded land and planting over 159 million trees, marking a significant milestone under the Saudi Green Initiative (SGI).Launched in 2021 by His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the initiative aims to plant 10 billion trees and rehabilitate 40 million hectares across the Kingdom as part of broader sustainability goals aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Alfadley described the milestone as a reflection of the Kingdom’s unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability. He highlighted the rapid progress from just 18,000 hectares restored in the early stages...
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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Visits Chinese Embassy, Discusses Security Cooperation and Protection of Chinese Nationals
27Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Visits Chinese Embassy, Discusses Security Cooperation and Protection of Chinese Nationals

Islamabad, 27 March 2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the Chinese Embassy in the Diplomatic Enclave, where he was warmly received by Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong.During the meeting, both sides held detailed discussions on counterterrorism, security cooperation, and police exchange programs, along with other matters of mutual interest. The overall regional situation also came under discussion.It was decided to organize a business conference aimed at addressing security concerns faced by Chinese investors in Pakistan. In the first phase, meetings will be held with the Chinese business community currently operating in Pakistan. In the second phase, interactions will take place with potential investors interested in investing in the country.The I...
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