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Federal Minister for Petroleum Meets JBIC Delegation to Enhance Cooperation in Mining and Energy Sectors

28Aug

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Federal Minister for Petroleum Meets JBIC Delegation to Enhance Cooperation in Mining and Energy Sectors

Islamabad, August 28, 2025(News Desk): Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, held a meeting today with a high-level delegation from the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC), led by Mr. Taro Kato, Director General of Mining and Metals Finance. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in Pakistan’s mining and energy sectors, with particular emphasis on the landmark Reqo Diq project.Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik expressed profound gratitude for Japan’s interest in Pakistan, noting that international confidence in the country’s economic potential continues to grow. “We are deeply grateful for the Japanese interest and confidence in investing in Pakistan’s economic potential. The mining sector has made great strides in progress and development,...

Prime Minister Receives Telephone Call from President of Türkiye

28Aug

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Prime Minister Receives Telephone Call from President of Türkiye

Islamabad, 28 August 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif today received a telephone call from His Excellency President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of the Republic of Türkiye.President Erdogan conveyed his heartfelt condolences over the devastating floods that have affected various parts of Pakistan, resulting in tragic loss of lives and property. Expressing solidarity with the people of Pakistan, the Turkish President assured that Türkiye stood ready to extend every possible form of support, including assistance in rescue and relief operations.The Prime Minister deeply appreciated President Erdogan’s kind words and generous offer of assistance, terming the gesture a reflection of the strong and historic fraternal ties between Pakistan and Türkiye. He noted that both ...

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Meets British High Commissioner Jane Marriott

28Aug

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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Meets British High Commissioner Jane Marriott

Islamabad, August 28, 2025(Nosheen Raja): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with the British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Ms. Jane Marriott, in Islamabad today. The two sides discussed Pakistan–UK relations and explored ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation in a wide range of areas.Discussions focused on expanding collaboration in counter-terrorism, counter-narcotics, border security, and combating human trafficking. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing institutional linkages and working together on shared security challenges.High Commissioner Jane Marriott congratulated Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on being conferred with the Nishan-e-Imtiaz and extended her best wishes. She also expressed deep sorrow over the loss of precious lives in P...

28Aug

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Shukria Pakistan

By H.E. Hamad Obaid Al Zaabi As I complete my time as the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Pakistan, I feel grateful and proud. My years here were not just a job, but a personal journey full of friendships, learning, and unforgettable experiences. Pakistan’s rich culture, history, and traditions inspired me deeply. I will always admire the resilience, kindness, and warmth of its people. From the very first day I arrived in Islamabad in September 2017, I never felt like a stranger. Instead, I was welcomed with open hearts, hospitality, and genuine affection. These years in Pakistan were more than diplomatic service they became a meaningful chapter of my life. I carry with me lasting friendships, precious memories, and love for this country, which I will keep forever. For me, lea...

Pakistan Urges Decisive International Action to Avert Humanitarian Collapse in Haiti

28Aug

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Pakistan Urges Decisive International Action to Avert Humanitarian Collapse in Haiti

United Nations, August 28, 2025(Ghufran Majeed): With Haiti’s humanitarian crisis deepening to perilous levels, Pakistan has called on the UN Security Council to act urgently and decisively to prevent the country from descending into complete collapse.In a national statement delivered during the Council’s briefing on Haiti, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, described the situation as “a convergence of governance collapse, rampant gang violence, and a humanitarian emergency of immense proportions.”He stressed that the international community could no longer turn a blind eye to the suffering of the Haitian people, particularly children, who bear the heaviest burden of the crisis. “Silence and indifference would condemn millions of Haitians...

سلامتی کونسل میں پاکستان کا ہیٹی میں حکمرانی اور سلامتی کے بحران کے حل کے لیے فوری اقدامات کا مطالبہ

28Aug

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سلامتی کونسل میں پاکستان کا ہیٹی میں حکمرانی اور سلامتی کے بحران کے حل کے لیے فوری اقدامات کا مطالبہ

نیویارک، 28 اگست2025(نوشین راجہ): ہیٹی میں انسانی بحران کے انتہائی سنگین سطح تک پہنچنے پر پاکستان نے اقوام متحدہ کی سلامتی کونسل پر زور دیا ہے کہ وہ فیصلہ کن اقدامات کرے تاکہ وہاں کی صورتحال مکمل انہدام سے بچائی جا سکے۔ سلامتی کونسل کے اجلاس میں ہیٹی کی صورتحال پر قومی بیان دیتے ہوئے پاکستان کے مستقل مندوب برائے اقوام متحدہ، سفیر عاصم افتخار احمد نے اس ملک کے حالات کو "حکمرانی کے انہدام ، بے قابو گینگ تشدد اور بڑے پیمانے پر انسانی ہنگامی صورتحال کے ملاپ" سے تعبیر کیا۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ عالمی برادری اب مزید ہیٹی کے عوام کی تکالیف سے نظریں نہیں چرا سکتی جہاں افراتفری کا راج ہے اور "بچے اس بحران کا سب سے بڑا شکار ہیں۔" سفیر نے خبردار کیا کہ خاموشی اور بے حسی لاکھوں ہیٹی شہریوں کو مایوسی کی دلدل میں دھکیل دے گی اور دنیا کو یہ پیغام دے گی کہ سلامتی کونسل اپنے چارٹر کی ذمہ داری پوری کرنے میں نا...

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with Mr. Taro Kato, Director General, Mining and Metal Finance Department of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation

27Aug

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with Mr. Taro Kato, Director General, Mining and Metal Finance Department of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation

Islamabad, August 27, 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with Mr. Taro Kato, Director General, Mining and Metal Finance Department of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC). The Prime Minister underscored that Pakistan values its diplomatic and economic cooperation with Japan. He highlighted that both countries have enjoyed strong collaboration in the fields of industry and trade in the past and reaffirmed their shared resolve to renew and strengthen economic cooperation. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif assured that the Government of Pakistan will extend all possible facilitation to Japanese investors and banks seeking to invest in Pakistan. He noted that Pakistan can greatly benefit from Japanese innovation and professional expertise, particularly in ...

Pakistan Urges UN Security Council to Halt Genocide and Atrocities in Gaza

27Aug

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Pakistan Urges UN Security Council to Halt Genocide and Atrocities in Gaza

United Nations, August 27, 2025(kamran Raja): Pakistan has warned that the combined effect of mass killings, forced displacement, famine, illegal settlements, and destruction of habitable land in Gaza leaves no ambiguity that Israel is carrying out a campaign of ethnic cleansing in plain sight.Delivering a powerful national statement during the UN Security Council briefing on the Middle East, including the Question of Palestine, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, urged the Council not to remain a bystander. “Every moment of inaction deepens the suffering, multiplies the grief, and tears apart the very fabric of international law,” he said.“The world is watching. History will not forgive delay. It will not forget inaction. The Council must...

پاکستان کا سلامتی کونسل سے مطالبہ: غزہ میں نسل کشی اور قتلِ عام روکنے کے لیے فوری اقدام کیا جائے

27Aug

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پاکستان کا سلامتی کونسل سے مطالبہ: غزہ میں نسل کشی اور قتلِ عام روکنے کے لیے فوری اقدام کیا جائے

اقوامِ متحدہ، 27 اگست 2025 (کامران راجہ): پاکستان نے اقوامِ متحدہ کی سلامتی کونسل پر زور دیا ہے کہ وہ غزہ میں جاری نسل کشی، قتلِ عام اور انسانی المیے کو روکنے کے لیے فوری اور فیصلہ کن اقدامات کرے، بصورتِ دیگر اس کے سنگین نتائج برآمد ہوں گے۔ مشرقِ وسطیٰ اور فلسطین کے مسئلے پر سلامتی کونسل کی بریفنگ میں پاکستان کے مستقل مندوب، سفیر عاصم افتخار احمد نے کہا کہ غزہ میں بڑے پیمانے پر قتل و غارت، جبری بے دخلی، قحط، غیر قانونی آباد کاری اور رہائش کے قابل زمین کی تباہی سب مل کر اس بات کا ناقابلِ تردید ثبوت ہیں کہ اسرائیل کھلے عام نسل کشی کر رہا ہے۔ انہوں نے خبردار کیا کہ سلامتی کونسل کی بے عملی دکھ اور غم میں اضافہ کر رہی ہے اور بین الاقوامی قانون کے بنیادی ڈھانچے کو مجروح کر رہی ہے۔ "دنیا دیکھ رہی ہے۔ تاریخ تاخیر کو معاف نہیں کرے گی، اور بے عملی کو فراموش نہیں کرے گی۔" سفیر عاصم نے اعداد و شما...

Federal Minister for Commerce Concludes Visit to Bangladesh

25Aug

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Federal Minister for Commerce Concludes Visit to Bangladesh

Dhaka, 25 August 2025(News Desk): Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, has successfully concluded his four-day official visit to Bangladesh. At the conclusion of the visit, Adviser for Commerce, Sheikh Bashiruddin, saw off the Minister at the airport. During the visit, Minister Jam Kamal Khan held meetings with the Advisers for Industry, Food, and Commerce of Bangladesh. He also visited various Chambers of Commerce and Industry, where he interacted with business leaders to explore avenues of cooperation in multiple sectors. The Minister toured a ship-breaking facility as well as a pharmaceutical enterprise, exchanging views on potential areas of bilateral collaboration. He also met the Chairman of the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority, and held discussions with senior ...