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A launch ceremony for the “Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research” (PAIDAR) is hosted by ISSI

18Apr

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A launch ceremony for the “Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research” (PAIDAR) is hosted by ISSI

A launch ceremony for the "Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research" (PAIDAR) is hosted by ISSIA seminar was hosted by the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) Centre for Afghanistan, the Middle East, and Africa (CAMEA) in preparation for the launch of the Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research (PAIDAR). Reviving the Bandung Spirit of Afro-Asian Solidarity: Pakistan-Africa Relations was the seminar's central theme. Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed, President of PAIDAR, gave the keynote speech.The seminar was moderated by Ms. Amina Khan, Director CAMEA. The speakers at the seminar included Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General ISSI; Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed, President PAIDAR;H.E. Mohammed Karmoune, Dean of the African Envoys Corps...

Chief of General Staff, Turkish Armed Forces, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu

18Apr

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Chief of General Staff, Turkish Armed Forces, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu

Chief of General Staff, Turkish Armed Forces, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber SidhuDuring his visit to Air Headquarters, Islamabad today, General Metin Gürak, Chief of General Staff, Turkish Armed Forces, paid a visit to Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff. The goal of the discussions between the two dignitaries was to strengthen professional collaboration in the field of contemporary military technologies and training by exploring a number of topics of mutual interest.General Metin Gürak praised the strides the Pakistan Air Force has achieved in building a strong domestic aviation sector. The dignitary in attendance conveyed his intention to strengthen the current mutual industrial cooperation with NASTP. The dignitary also went to s...

Prime Minister of Pakistan and European Union Ambassador met today

18Apr

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Prime Minister of Pakistan and European Union Ambassador met today

Prime Minister of Pakistan and European Union Ambassador met todayThe Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and European Union Ambassador Riina Kionka met today. In addition to expressing gratitude for the EU leaders' congratulations on his reelection, the prime minister said he was looking forward to close collaboration with the organisation. According to him, Pakistan and the EU have amicable and cordial relations. He also expressed pleasure with the institutional processes that are in place and meet frequently to discuss ways to improve collaboration. The Prime Minister specifically expressed gratitude for the EU's ongoing assistance to Pakistan under the GSP Plus programme, which has been extended through 2027.Additionally, he conveyed Pakistan's desire to interact positively with t...

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir and His Excellency General Metin Gürak, Chief of the Turkish General Staff, met at GHQ

18Apr

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Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir and His Excellency General Metin Gürak, Chief of the Turkish General Staff, met at GHQ

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir and His Excellency General Metin Gürak, Chief of the Turkish General Staff, met at GHQGeneral Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), and His Excellency General Metin Gürak, Chief of the Turkish General Staff, met at GHQ today. The conversation covered a wide range of subjects of common interest, including defence, training, and programmes designed to support peace and security in the area. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing defence cooperation and praised the strong bilateral connection between their countries.COAS emphasised how important it is to advance the military collaboration that already exists between their armed services. The dignitary in town praised Pakistan's efforts to promote peace ...

T20I series is very important for Pakistan

17Apr

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T20I series is very important for Pakistan

Pakistan captain Babar Azam believes the five-match T20I against New Zealand is of great importance in the build-up to the 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Addressing a series of media conferences at the Rawalpindi Pindi Stadium on Wednesday, Babar Azam said, “This five-match T20I series is very important for us as we hope to prepare for the mega event.We hope to prove ourselves as a unit." Zealand will compete with us at different stages of the series and this is a good place for the Pakistan team. As a leader, I want to combine youth and experience. On the other hand, New Zealand captain Michael Bracewell said, “I am proud to lead the team on this journey. We will play entertaining cricket as a side and take the game forward. Most of the players in our squad have played a lot of T20 cri...

Pakistan women team will aim to score maximum points in upcoming ICC Women Championship

17Apr

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Pakistan women team will aim to score maximum points in upcoming ICC Women Championship

The Pakistan women's team will aim to score maximum points in the upcoming ICC Women's Championship 2022-25 against West Indies when the three ODI series begins here at the National Bank Stadium on Thursday. The second and third ODIs will be played on April 21 and 23 respectively. Nida Dar will captain fifth-placed Pakistan (16 points), while Hayley Mathews will lead ninth-placed West Indies (eight points). The matches on Thursday and Sunday start at 09:30 local time, and on Tuesday at 15:30.The series will be telecast live on A Sports HD and Geo Super as well as ARY ZAP, Tamasha and Tapmad across the country. For the convenience of fans, entry to the stadium is free and spectators can enjoy the game in the Javed Miandad enclosure. Nida Dar, Pakistan Women's Team Captain: “We ha...

Pakistan Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar received a call from Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky

17Apr

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Pakistan Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar received a call from Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky

Today, Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar received a call from Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky. Reflecting the friendly relations between Pakistan and the Czech Republic, the two Foreign Ministers reiterated their determination to strengthen bilateral cooperation in all areas of interest. Foreign Minister Dar stated that next year will mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and the Czech Republic, and emphasized the importance of expanding cooperation in various fields, including trade, investment, education and people-to-people communication. The two foreign ministers agreed to develop cooperation and dialogue on regional and global issues of mutual interest. Editor: Kamran Raja

Pakistan Government will do everything possible to facilitate Chinese investors

17Apr

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Pakistan Government will do everything possible to facilitate Chinese investors

Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammed Shehbaz Sharif assured that the government will not jeopardise the safety of Chinese workers in Pakistan. The Pakistan Government will do everything possible to facilitate Chinese investors to further expand ongoing projects, the Prime Minister said in a meeting with the Shanghai Energy Group delegation led by Chairman Wu Lei. He called on Chinese Companies to switch from foreign electricity to domestic coal and increase their investments in coal mining. At the meeting, the Prime Minister was informed about the projects carried out by Shanghai Power Group. Stating that he has good relations with China, Prime Minister Shehbaz said that Pakistan wants to further develop friendly relations and strengthen economic cooperation with the country.Shanghai...

Seven terrorists were sent to hell: ISPR

17Apr

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Seven terrorists were sent to hell: ISPR

Seven terrorists were sent to hell: ISPRSecurity personnel in the general vicinity of Spinkai, Ghulam Khan of North Waziristan District, discovered the movement of seven terrorists on April 16, 2024, as they attempted to cross the border between Pakistan and Afghanistan. All seven areas were sent to hell when the infiltrators were successfully cornered and engaged in a fierce firefight. The terrorists who were slain also had a significant amount of guns, ammo, and explosives found on them.Pakistan has continuously requested that the Afghan government in transition provide efficient border administration on their end. It is required of the Interim Afghan Government to carry out its duties and prohibit terrorists from using Afghan territory to carry out further acts of terrorism ag...

Pakistan Gets a $10 Million Climate Financing Initiative from USAID

17Apr

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Pakistan Gets a $10 Million Climate Financing Initiative from USAID

Pakistan Gets a $10 Million Climate Financing Initiative from USAIDThe Pakistan Climate Financing Activity, a four-year, up to $10 million project targeted at enhancing sustainability and climate resilience in Pakistan, was introduced today by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Pakistan. This programme, which is funded by USAID, demonstrates the government of the United States' unwavering commitment to promote prudent use of natural resources and address climate change. It is a big step in the right direction towards achieving the goals set forth in the context of the U.S.-Pakistan "Green Alliance".Pakistan's shift to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy will be aided by the USAID Pakistan Climate Financing Activity. The programme seeks to mobilise ...