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Prime Minister meets President of Turkmenistan

11Dec

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Prime Minister meets President of Turkmenistan

Ashgabat: 11 December 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met H.E. Serdar Berdimuhamedov, President of Turkmenistan in Ashgabat today.During their warm and cordial meeting, the Prime Minister congratulated the Turkmen President on the 30th anniversary of Permanent Neutrality of Turkmenistan and on the UN designation of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust.While underscoring the importance of the historic and fraternal relations between Pakistan and Turkmenistan, the Prime Minister expressed his resolve to further strengthen bilateral ties between the two countries, particularly through enhanced trade and economic engagement.The Prime Minister conveyed his deepest gratitude to the Turkmen leadership and government for the support extended to sa...

ISSI hosts post-COP30 Dialogue in Collaboration with CSCCC and French Embassy

11Dec

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ISSI hosts post-COP30 Dialogue in Collaboration with CSCCC and French Embassy

Islamabad, 11 December 2025(Nosheen): The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) and Civil Society Coalition for Climate Change (CSCCC) with support of the Embassy of France in Pakistan, convened a high-level Post-COP30 Dialogue titled “From Paris to Belem Ten Years After the Paris Agreement: The Road Travelled and the Journey Ahead.” The key speakers at the event were Ms. Aisha Humera Moriani, Secretary, Ministry of Climate Change & Environmental Coordination; H.E. Mr. Nicolas Galey, Ambassador of France to Pakistan; Ambassador Nabeel Munir, Special Secretary (UN), Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Ms. Aisha Khan, Chief Executive, Civil Society Coalition for Climate Change (CSCCC); Dr. Abid Suleri, Executive Director, Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI), and Mr. Hiz Ja...

Health Experts Call for Urgent Measures to Reduce Industrially Produced Trans Fatty Acids in Pakistan

11Dec

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Health Experts Call for Urgent Measures to Reduce Industrially Produced Trans Fatty Acids in Pakistan

Islamabad, December 11, 2025(Ghufran): Health experts, academia, and civil society stakeholders have called for decisive action to reduce the consumption of industrially produced trans fatty acids (iTFA), a major contributor to heart disease and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Pakistan.A consultative meeting was held between representatives of the Department of Food Science and Technology, University of Karachi, Nutrition International, and Mr. Sanaullah Ghuman, General Secretary of the Pakistan National Heart Association (PANAH), to deliberate on the growing challenge posed by iTFA in the country.During the discussion, Dr. M. Abdul Haq, Chairman, and Dr. S. M. Ghufran Saeed, Associate Professor, provided an overview of the current iTFA situation in Pakistan. They highlig...

Pakistan–China Joint Counterterrorism Exercise Warrior-IX Showcases Enhanced Military Cooperation: ISPR

11Dec

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Pakistan–China Joint Counterterrorism Exercise Warrior-IX Showcases Enhanced Military Cooperation: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 11 December 2025(Kamran Raja): Pakistan Army and the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China are conducting the joint counterterrorism exercise Warrior-IX from 28 November to 14 December 2025. The two-week exercise aims to enhance interoperability and further strengthen military-to-military cooperation between the two friendly countries.The Distinguished Visitors Day (DVD) ceremony was held at the National Counter Terrorism Center (NCTC), Pabbi, on 11 December 2025. His Excellency Mr. Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of China to Pakistan, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, accompanied by senior dignitaries from China. The Chief of General Staff, Pakistan Army, attended the ceremony as the Guest of Honour.During the visit, the honourable guests were briefed on the scope, o...

Climate Resilience Must Be Mainstreamed in Global Finance, Aurangzeb Tells Riyadh Conference

11Dec

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Climate Resilience Must Be Mainstreamed in Global Finance, Aurangzeb Tells Riyadh Conference

Riyadh, December 11, 2025(Nosheen): Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, Federal has underscored Pakistan’s urgent climate vulnerabilities and the country’s forward-looking financing strategy during a high-level panel discussion on “Climate Adaptation & Resilience: How do we secure the capital we need?” at the Global Development Finance Conference - Momentum 2025, being held in Riyadh. The session, attended by senior global finance leaders including H.E. Zeina Toukan, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation of Jordan; H.E. Qahhorzoda Faiziddin, Minister of Finance of the Republic of Tajikistan; and Mr. Serge Ekue, President of the West African Development Bank, explored the rising challenges of climate adaptation for emerging economies. Speaki...

Former Lt Gen Faiz Hameed Sentenced to 14 Years Rigorous Imprisonment After Field General Court Martial: ISPR

11Dec

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Former Lt Gen Faiz Hameed Sentenced to 14 Years Rigorous Imprisonment After Field General Court Martial: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 11 December 2025(Kamran Raja): The Pakistan Army today announced the conclusion of Field General Court Martial proceedings initiated on 12 August 2024 against Mr. Faiz Hameed, formerly Lieutenant General, under the Pakistan Army Act. The process extended over 15 months, involving comprehensive legal scrutiny. The accused was tried on four charges: Engaging in political activities, Violating the Official Secrets Act in a manner detrimental to the safety and interests of the State, Misuse of authority and government resources, and Causing wrongful loss to individuals.Following exhaustive legal proceedings, the Court found the accused guilty on all charges. He has been sentenced to 14 years of rigorous imprisonment, and the verdict was formally...

PM Shehbaz Sharif Calls for National Unity to Eliminate Terrorism and Ensure Sustainable Economic Progress

10Dec

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PM Shehbaz Sharif Calls for National Unity to Eliminate Terrorism and Ensure Sustainable Economic Progress

Islamabad, 10 December 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated that Pakistan cannot achieve sustainable economic development without completely eliminating terrorism, extremism, and sectarianism from the country. He emphasized that national unity and harmony are essential to securing long-term peace, prosperity, and stability.Addressing the National Ulema Convention in Islamabad, the Prime Minister urged religious scholars to play an active and constructive role in discouraging sectarian tendencies and promoting unity, brotherhood, and cohesion among all schools of thought. He noted that creating an environment of national solidarity was crucial for the country’s advancement.The Convention was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister S...

Pakistan Ready to Welcome UAE Investment in Key Growth Sectors: PM Shehbaz Sharif

8Dec

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Pakistan Ready to Welcome UAE Investment in Key Growth Sectors: PM Shehbaz Sharif

ISLAMABAD, 8th December(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday reaffirmed Pakistan’s readiness to welcome enhanced investment from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in renewable energy, artificial intelligence, fintech, agriculture, and the minerals sector.Addressing a ceremony marking the 54th National Day of the UAE, the Prime Minister highlighted the strong and steadily growing bilateral partnership between the two brotherly nations.“The economic partnership of Pakistan and the UAE is a shining example. The UAE is lending critical support to Pakistan’s stabilizing economy,” the Prime Minister noted.Extending warm felicitations to the UAE leadership and people, he conveyed greetings to Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of ...

COAS & CDF Field Marshal Asim Munir Presented Tri-Services Guard of Honour as New Appointment is Instituted: ISPR

8Dec

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COAS & CDF Field Marshal Asim Munir Presented Tri-Services Guard of Honour as New Appointment is Instituted: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 8 December 2025(Kamran Raja): Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, was presented with a Tri-Services Guard of Honour at the General Headquarters (GHQ) today to mark the formal institution of the appointment of Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF). Admiral Naveed Ashraf, NI, NI(M), Chief of the Naval Staff; Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Air Staff; and senior military officers from all three services attended the ceremony.Addressing the officers of the tri-services, the COAS & CDF lauded the extraordinary courage and conviction demonstrated by the people of Pakistan, particularly the professionalism of the valiant men and women of the Armed Forces during M...

U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker Inaugurates New USEFP Building to Advance U.S.-Pakistan Educational Partnership

8Dec

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U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker Inaugurates New USEFP Building to Advance U.S.-Pakistan Educational Partnership

December 8, 2025 Islamabad(Ghufran): U.S. Embassy Islamabad’s Chargé d’Affaires (CDA) Natalie A. Baker joined Minister of State for Education Wajiha Qamar as they inaugurated a new purpose-built building of the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) in Islamabad, marking a major milestone in the longstanding U.S.-Pakistan educational partnership. This year also marks the 75th anniversary of the Fulbright program in Pakistan.CDA Baker noted that as the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, the new USEFP building will highlight America’s founding ideals and global impact, using this milestone to further strengthen U.S.-Pakistan relations.Designed to serve as a central U.S.-supported resource for learning and exchange, the new USEFP building is a fi...