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Statement by Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan At the High-Level International Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution

29Jul

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Statement by Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan At the High-Level International Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution

United Nations, 28 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Honourable Co-Chairs,Honourable UN Secretary GeneralHonourable President of General AssemblyHonurable Prime Ministres, fellow Deputy Prime Ministers and Foreign Ministers, Exellencies and Ladies and GentlemenAssalam-ale-Kum and very good afternoonPakistan expresses its profound appreciation to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and France for co-chairing this timely Conference. We commend your leadership in galvanizing global support for a just, comprehensive and lasting solution to the Question of Palestine.2. We also acknowledge the important work of the eight working groups co-chairs. Pakistan actively engaged in their deliberations, and contributed forward-looking proposals to shape concrete outcomes.Excellencies, and La...

PM Shehbaz Sharif Lauds Progress in Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan Cooperation

29Jul

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PM Shehbaz Sharif Lauds Progress in Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan Cooperation

Islamabad: 29 July 2025(Kamran Raja): A high-level delegation from the Kyrgyz Republic, led by H.E. Edil Baisalov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad today. The delegation is in Pakistan in order to participate in the 5th Session of the Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan Joint Intergovernmental Commission (IGC), aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the delegation and expressed satisfaction over the successful convening of the 5th IGC session. He appreciated the signing of the Protocol and several Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) between the two sides, calling them important steps towards enhancing trade, energy, collaboration, connectivity, and people-to-peopl...

CTD Karachi Foils Major Terror Plot in Manghopir; Three TTP Militants Killed Including Rs. 20 Million Bounty Holder

28Jul

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CTD Karachi Foils Major Terror Plot in Manghopir; Three TTP Militants Killed Including Rs. 20 Million Bounty Holder

karachi 28 July 2025( Kamran Raja): A significant counter-terrorism success, the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) Sindh carried out a pre-dawn intelligence-based operation in the Manghopir area of Karachi, eliminating a key suicide bombing cell affiliated with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Fitna Al-Khawarij. The targeted operation, launched on credible intelligence reports, resulted in the killing of three suspected militants who engaged CTD personnel in a fierce gun battle. Among the deceased were two identified individuals Zafran, a high-value target carrying a Rs. 20 million bounty, and Qudratullah. The third suspect remains unidentified. Initial assessments suggest one of the neutralized terrorists was a trained suicide bomber, potentially linked to last ye...

U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Calls on Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb

28Jul

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U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Calls on Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb

Islamabad, July 28, 2025(Kamran Raja): Ms. Elizabeth Horst, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Pakistan, called on Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, at the Finance Division today. The meeting served as an opportunity to exchange views on matters of mutual interest and to reaffirm the positive trajectory of bilateral relations between Pakistan and the United States.The Finance Minister expressed appreciation for the longstanding support extended by the United States towards Pakistan’s economic development. He particularly lauded the continued U.S. support for macroeconomic stability achieved over the past year and a half, and welcomed the healthy momentum in bilateral engagement across various sectors.Recalling his recent visit to the United States, the Mi...

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, met with the Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong

27Jul

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Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, met with the Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong

Islamabad 27 July(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, met with the Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, in Islamabad today.Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Mr. Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, also attended the meeting. Senior officials from both countries were present.The two sides discussed the progress of ongoing China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects and preparations for the upcoming Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) meeting, where key decisions are expected to further strengthen bilateral relations.Professor Ahsan Iqbal stated that the first phase of CPEC has been successfully completed. He highlighted that the second phase focuses on industrial cooperation, agriculture, informat...

Government of Pakistan has conferred the prestigious award of Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon General Michael E. Kurilla, Commander of United States Central Command: ISPR

26Jul

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Government of Pakistan has conferred the prestigious award of Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon General Michael E. Kurilla, Commander of United States Central Command: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 26 July 2025(Kamran Raja): The Government of Pakistan has conferred the prestigious award of Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon General Michael E. Kurilla, Commander of United States Central Command (USCENTCOM), in recognition of his exemplary service and pivotal role in advancing enduring military cooperation between Pakistan and the United States.In a formal investiture ceremony held at the Aiwan-e-Sadr, President Asif Ali Zardari conferred the decoration upon General Kurilla, acknowledging his outstanding contributions to regional security and his dedicated efforts in strengthening strategic defence ties between the two countries.General Kurilla’s visionary leadership has been instrumental in fostering mutual understanding, enhancing defence collaboration, and deepening...

Pakistan Urges Immediate De-escalation and Protection of Civilians Amid Ongoing Ukraine Conflict

25Jul

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Pakistan Urges Immediate De-escalation and Protection of Civilians Amid Ongoing Ukraine Conflict

New York, 25 July 2025 (Kamran Raja): At a United Nations Security Council briefing on the humanitarian situation in Ukraine, Ambassador Usman Jadoon, Deputy Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, delivered a statement reaffirming Pakistan’s deep concern over the ongoing hostilities and their devastating humanitarian impact. Ambassador Jadoon thanked ASG Miroslav Jenca and ASG Masuya for their comprehensive briefings and emphasized that the protracted conflict now in its fourth year continues to exact a severe human toll. “The war in Ukraine has displaced millions, shattered lives and livelihoods, and inflicted widespread damage on civilian infrastructure,” he stated. “This conflict has shown that war spares no one, and its ripple effects threaten global peace and sta...

اقوام متحدہ میں پاکستان کے نائب مستقل مندوب سفیر عثمان جدون کا یوکرین میں انسانی صورتحال پر بریفنگ کے دوران بیان

25Jul

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اقوام متحدہ میں پاکستان کے نائب مستقل مندوب سفیر عثمان جدون کا یوکرین میں انسانی صورتحال پر بریفنگ کے دوران بیان

اقوام متحدہ 25 جولائ 2025 (کامران راجہ): میں اسسٹنٹ سیکرٹری جنرل میروسلاو ینچا اور اسسٹنٹ سیکرٹری جنرل ماسویا کا شکریہ ادا کرتا ہوں جنہوں نے جامع بریفنگ دی۔ پاکستان یوکرین میں جاری دشمنیوں اور اس کے تباہ کن انسانی اثرات پر گہری تشویش رکھتا ہے۔ یوکرین کا یہ تنازع جو اب اپنے چوتھے سال میں داخل ہو چکا ہے۔ ایک اندوہناک انسانی المیہ بن چکا ہے: لاکھوں افراد بے گھر ہو چکے ہیں، زندگیاں اور روزگار تباہ ہو گئے ہیں، اور شہری انفراسٹرکچر بڑے پیمانے پر متاثر ہوا ہے۔ یہ طویل عرصے تک جاری رہنے والا تنازع واضح طور پر دکھا رہا ہے کہ جنگ کسی کو نہیں بخشتی اور اس کے اثرات اس خطے سے کہیں آگے عالمی امن و استحکام کو متاثر کر رہے ہیں۔ سال کے آغاز میں کی جانے والی سفارتی کوششوں، جن میں سلامتی کونسل کی قرارداد 2774 اور کئی محدود نوعیت کے سیزفائر معاہدے شامل تھے، کے باوجود کوئی خاطر خواہ پیش رفت نہ ہو سکی۔ قیدی...

SECRETARY OF STATE MARCO RUBIO MEETS WITH PAKISTANI DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER/FOREIGN MINISTER ISHAQ DAR

25Jul

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SECRETARY OF STATE MARCO RUBIO MEETS WITH PAKISTANI DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER/FOREIGN MINISTER ISHAQ DAR

Washington, D.C. 25 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a productive meeting with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to discuss a range of critical issues impacting U.S.-Pakistan relations. Secretary Rubio expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s continued commitment to regional stability and its constructive role in facilitating dialogues with Iran. He emphasized the importance of Pakistan’s efforts in maintaining peace in the region, underlining the significance of ongoing cooperation to address regional and global challenges. The discussion also focused on deepening bilateral counterterrorism cooperation. Both leaders reiterated their shared determination to combat terrorist groups, specifically ISIS-K, and agreed on the necessity of in...

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi lauds police personnel for foiling a terrorist attack by Indian-sponsored militants on Basyakhel Police Station in Bannu ‎

25Jul

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Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi lauds police personnel for foiling a terrorist attack by Indian-sponsored militants on Basyakhel Police Station in Bannu ‎

Islamabad, 25 July 2025(Nosheen): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has commended the police personnel for thwarting a terrorist attack by Indian-sponsored militants on the Basyakhel Police Station in Bannu. Appreciating the bravery and professionalism of the police, Mohsin Naqvi saluted the personnel who courageously confronted the Indian-sponsored terrorists. ‎ ‎Interior Minister stated that the police responded to the attack with valor and decisively foiled the nefarious designs of the terrorists. He emphasized that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police is on the front lines in the war against terrorism and expressed pride in the courage of its personnel.