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First Deputy Minister of Defence and Chief of the General Staff of the Azerbaijan Army, called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff: ISPR
13Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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First Deputy Minister of Defence and Chief of the General Staff of the Azerbaijan Army, called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 13 August 2025(Kamran Raja): Colonel General Karim Valiyev, First Deputy Minister of Defence and Chief of the General Staff of the Azerbaijan Army, called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), at General Headquarters (GHQ) today. During the meeting, both sides discussed matters of mutual interest with a particular focus on the prevailing global and regional security environment. COAS reaffirmed Pakistan’s deep fraternal ties with Azerbaijan and reiterated the resolve to further strengthen bilateral relations. He also congratulated the visiting dignitary on the successful conclusion of the peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia.Colonel General Karim Valiyev lauded the professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces and their successes in ...
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President Zardari Calls for Strengthening Economic and Connectivity Ties with Azerbaijan
13Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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President Zardari Calls for Strengthening Economic and Connectivity Ties with Azerbaijan

Islamabad, 13 August 2025(Kamran Raja): President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to further deepening its brotherly relations with Azerbaijan, rooted in mutual trust, shared values, and common aspirations.Speaking during a meeting with the Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Pakistan, Mr. Khazar Farhadov, at Aiwan-e-Sadr today, the President highlighted Azerbaijan’s significance as a key partner for Pakistan and underscored the importance of enhancing bilateral cooperation in trade, economy, and connectivity. He noted that stronger trade links, investment partnerships, and improved regional connectivity would bring the two nations closer and contribute to shared prosperity.President Zardari congratulated Ambassador Farhadov on the historic peace agreement ...
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United States and Pakistan Reaffirm Counterterrorism Partnership in Islamabad Dialogue
13Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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United States and Pakistan Reaffirm Counterterrorism Partnership in Islamabad Dialogue

Islamabad, August 12, 2025(Kamran Raja): The United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan convened the latest round of the U.S.-Pakistan Counterterrorism Dialogue in Islamabad on August 12, 2025, reaffirming their shared commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. The dialogue was co-chaired by Special Secretary for the United Nations Nabeel Munir of Pakistan and Acting Coordinator for Counterterrorism Gregory D. LoGerfo of the U.S. Department of State.Both delegations underscored the urgency of developing effective strategies to address terrorist threats, including those posed by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), ISIS-Khorasan, and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). The United States commended Pakistan’s continued successes in containing...
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Final Qualifying Rounds of 45th King Abdulaziz International Quran Competition on Giant Screens at the Grand Mosque
13Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Final Qualifying Rounds of 45th King Abdulaziz International Quran Competition on Giant Screens at the Grand Mosque

Makkah, August 12, 2025(Kamran Raja): The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance broadcast the final qualifying rounds of the 45th King Abdulaziz International Competition for the Memorization, Recitation, and Interpretation of the Holy Quran on giant screens at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. The live streaming on large screens enabled visitors and worshippers to listen to the recitations in real time while viewing detailed information about each contestant, including their name and country.In a move to ensure inclusivity, the ministry designated a fully equipped, separate hall for women, allowing female worshippers to follow the proceedings comfortably and with clear audio-visual access. This initiative reflects the ministry’s commitment to harnessing modern technology in the se...
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PTA and Huawei Host Next-Gen Cyber Resilience Workshop & Telecom Cyber Security Awards 2025
12Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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PTA and Huawei Host Next-Gen Cyber Resilience Workshop & Telecom Cyber Security Awards 2025

Islamabad, 12 August 2025(kamran Raja): The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), in collaboration with Huawei, successfully organized the Next-Gen Cyber Resilience Workshop and Telecom Cyber Security Awards 2025, bringing together senior government officials, industry leaders, and cybersecurity experts to address emerging digital security challenges.The workshop featured in-depth discussions on the cybersecurity implications of Pakistan’s upcoming 5G rollout, Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite internet deployment, artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, and the rapid expansion of FinTech services. Participants explored strategies to strengthen national cyber defenses, enhance industry preparedness, and promote cross-sector collaboration.Federal Minister for IT & Telecom, Ms....
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President Zardari Calls for Strengthening Pakistan–Morocco Ties
12Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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President Zardari Calls for Strengthening Pakistan–Morocco Ties

Islamabad, 12 August 2025(Kamran Raja): President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening fraternal relations with the Kingdom of Morocco, grounded in common faith, shared values, and mutual respect. He expressed these views during a meeting with the Ambassador of Morocco, Mr. Mohamed Karmoune, who called on him at Aiwan-e-Sadr today. The President thanked Morocco for its support to Pakistan during the 2022 floods, noting that such gestures reflected the depth of friendship between the two nations. He underscored the importance Pakistan attaches to its economic relations with Morocco and highlighted the vast potential for expanding bilateral cooperation in diverse sectors. President Zardari observed that Africa is poised for significant economic grow...
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Blood Donation on Independence Day Celebration: Indonesian Embassy and PRCS Sign MoU on Humanitarian Cooperation
12Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Blood Donation on Independence Day Celebration: Indonesian Embassy and PRCS Sign MoU on Humanitarian Cooperation

 Islamabad, August 12, 2025 (Nosheen Raja): The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Islamabad, in collaboration with the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), organized a blood donation drive under the campaign “Donate Blood, Save Lives.”The event marked the 80th Independence Day of Indonesia and the 75th Anniversary of Indonesia Pakistan Bilateral Relations.The drive was officially inaugurated by H.E. Mr. Chandra W. Sukotjo, Ambassador-designate of the Republic of Indonesia to Pakistan. In his opening remarks, the Ambassador emphasized the Indonesian President’s call to celebrate this year’s Independence Day with simplicity, while ensuring its meaning and impact benefit the wider community.“The blood donation is a powerful reminder of the extraordinary impact our ...
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Pakistan Calls for Inclusive Maritime Security; Proposes Global Cooperation Framework At UNSC
12Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan Calls for Inclusive Maritime Security; Proposes Global Cooperation Framework At UNSC

United Nations, August 11, 2025(Kamran Raja): Pakistan has urged the international community to safeguard the oceans as zones of peace, prosperity, and inclusive development, proposing a comprehensive global cooperation framework to address emerging maritime security challenges. Speaking at the UN Security Council High-Level Open Debate on “Maritime Security: Prevention, Innovation, and International Cooperation to Address Emerging Challenges”, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, underscored the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) as the cornerstone of ocean governance, but warned against troubling trends, including unchecked naval build-ups, militarization of strategic waters, and exclusionary maritime arrangements.“This mindset u...
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Designation of the Balochistan Liberation Army and Majeed Brigade as Foreign Terrorist Organizations
12Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Designation of the Balochistan Liberation Army and Majeed Brigade as Foreign Terrorist Organizations

Washington, D.C. August 11, 2025(Ghufran): Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced today that the U.S. Department of State is designating the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and its alias, the Majeed Brigade, as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) under Section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, as amended. Additionally, the Majeed Brigade is being added as an alias to BLA’s existing designation as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT) under Executive Order 13224, as amended. The BLA was first designated as an SDGT in 2019 following a series of violent attacks. Since that designation, the group has continued its campaign of terror, including attacks carried out under the name Majeed Brigade.In 2024, the BLA claimed responsibility for suicide bombings near Karach...
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Forty seven khwarij were sent to hell: ISPR
12Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Forty seven khwarij were sent to hell: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 12 August 2025(Kamran Raja): Following the successful engagements by the security forces in general area Sambaza, Zhob District from 7-9 August 2025, during which forty seven khwarij were sent to hell; on night 10/11 August 2025, a deliberate sanitization operation was conducted in surrounding areas of Sambaza along Pakistan-Afghanistan Border.During the conduct of the operation, three more Indian sponsored khwarij, were hunted down and successfully neutralized. Weapons, ammunition & explosives were also recovered from the killed khwarij. The number of khwarij killed in four days anti inflation operation has risen to fifty. The Security Forces remain committed to secure the nation’s frontiers and thwart attempts at sabotaging peace, stability and progress of Pakistan....
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