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Chinese Delegation Explores Joint Ventures in Minerals Sector with ICCI

3Jul

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Chinese Delegation Explores Joint Ventures in Minerals Sector with ICCI

3 July 2025, ISLAMABAD(Kamran Raja): A two-member Chinese business delegation from Shihshine Universal Mining and SME (Pvt) Company, comprising Shi Jie and Fang Yang, visited the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) to explore investment and joint venture opportunities in Pakistan’s mines and minerals sector. The delegation was accompanied by ICCI member Mohammad Yassar. Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, President ICCI, warmly welcomed the delegation and highlighted the region’s investment-friendly environment, pointing to the presence of thriving industries such as pharmaceuticals, marble, and steel. He emphasized that improved infrastructure and growing demand in regional and international markets make the mining sector particularly attractive for foreign investors. He urged Chinese e...

Housing Minister Hands Over Possession of Plots to Allottees in Sky Gardens Housing Project

3Jul

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Housing Minister Hands Over Possession of Plots to Allottees in Sky Gardens Housing Project

July 03, 2025(Ghufran): In a significant milestone for the Federal Government Employees Housing Authority (FGEHA), Federal Minister for Housing and Works, Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada, formally handed over possession letters to the allottees of the Sky Gardens Housing Project in a ceremony held today at the project site. Sky Gardens is a flagship joint venture between FGEHA and Commoners Sky Garden, agreed and signed in 2019. Located in a scenic hilly area off the New Murree Expressway, the project spans over 11,000 kanals, out of which 7,200 kanals have been transferred to the FGEHA. The project primarily caters to federal government employees registered under the 2009 membership drive. Despite encountering multiple delays over the years including inquiries by NAB and scrutiny by the Supreme...

Finance Minister Advances Strategic Partnerships During High-Level Bilateral Meetings on Sidelines of FFD4 in Seville

3Jul

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Finance Minister Advances Strategic Partnerships During High-Level Bilateral Meetings on Sidelines of FFD4 in Seville

Islamabad – 3rd July 2025(Nosheen): Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has held a series of high-level bilateral meetings and strategic engagements on the sidelines of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4), currently underway in Seville, Spain. These meetings were aimed at fostering deeper strategic cooperation with partner countries and institutions across areas such as development finance, trade, climate resilience, and institutional capacity-building. The Finance Minister is representing Pakistan in the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4), as well as in various side events, policy dialogues, and multi-stakeholder round-table discussions. As part of his bilateral meetings, the Finance Minis...

Chief of the Air Force, South Africa called on General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, NI (M), Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), at Joint Staff Headquarters: ISPR

3Jul

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Chief of the Air Force, South Africa called on General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, NI (M), Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), at Joint Staff Headquarters: ISPR

Rawalpindi, July 3, 2025(Kamran Raja): Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo, Chief of the Air Force, South Africa called on General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, NI (M), Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), at Joint Staff Headquarters, Rawalpindi. During the meeting, both sides held discussions on wide range of areas of mutual interest and bilateral cooperation. The dignitaries discussed practical measures to further expand the level and scope of engagements between the two militaries. They also exchanged views on the broader geopolitical landscape. CJCSC shared Pakistan's perspective on evolving regional security landscape and highlighted Pakistan's contributions towards regional peace and stability. The visiting dignitary lauded the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces and a...

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s two-day visit to Azerbaijan

3Jul

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s two-day visit to Azerbaijan

Islamabad 3 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has left for Azerbaijan on a two-day visit to attend the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) summit. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif will attend and address the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) summit in Khankundi. In his address, the Prime Minister will present Pakistan’s perspective on regional and global challenges and issues, and reiterate Pakistan’s commitment to the ECO Vision 2025.The Prime Minister will emphasize on promoting regional trade, strengthening regional connectivity, cooperation in the energy sector and measures to achieve sustainable development in the region. The Prime Minister will also meet with world leaders participating in the summit. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister ...

Pakistan Urges Security Council For a Decisive Action to Stop Haiti’s Descent into Chaos & Bloodshed

2Jul

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Pakistan Urges Security Council For a Decisive Action to Stop Haiti’s Descent into Chaos & Bloodshed

United Nations, July 02, 2025(Kamran Raja): Pakistan has expressed its deep concern on Haiti’s rapid slide into chaos, which is marked by rampant gang violence, unchecked vigilantism, and a worsening humanitarian situation.Delivering a national statement during the United Nations Security Council briefing on Haiti, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN and the President of the Security Council for the month of July, underlined the need for immediate action by the Council.“The Council has discussed Haiti’s plight time and again but words alone will not stop the bloodshed or feed the starving. The time for half-measures is over. We must act — decisively, collectively, and now — before Haiti’s suffering becomes irreversible,” he said.Ambassa...

Karachi Industrial Park (KIP) should offer community life and facilities, combining life, leisure, and work: Ahsan Iqbal

2Jul

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Karachi Industrial Park (KIP) should offer community life and facilities, combining life, leisure, and work: Ahsan Iqbal

July 2, 2025, Islamabad(Kamran Raja): Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal chaired a meeting with officers from the Ministry of Industries and Production, Board of Investment and Pakistan Industrial Development Corporation to review the progress of the high-priority Karachi Industrial Park project. The CEO of Pakistan Industrial Development Corporation (PIDC) briefed the Minister on the project's status, highlighting that the original master plan envisioned a phased development approach. The revised PC1 covers development of Block A which is 550 acres long. Mr. Rizwan Bhatti, CEO PIDC briefed the Minister that the master plan features industry clustering and was administratively approved on April 21. The project is slated for completion within 15 months. The total project cost is estimated at Rs....

Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, undertook an official visit to the United States of America: ISPR

2Jul

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Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, undertook an official visit to the United States of America: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 2 July 2025(Kamran Raja): In a significant development aimed at strengthening bilateral defence cooperation and advancing mutual interests, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, undertook an official visit to the United States of America — the first by a serving PAF Air Chief in over a decade. The high-profile visit marked a strategic milestone in Pakistan-U.S. defence cooperation and proved instrumental in deepening institutional ties in addition to addressing key regional and global security issues.During the visit, Chief of the Air Staff held a series of high-level meetings with senior U.S. military and political leadership. At the Pentagon, he called on Ms. Kelli L. Seybolt, Secretary of the Air Force (International Affairs), and General Da...

Chief of the South African Air Force, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force at Air Headquarters: ISPR

2Jul

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Chief of the South African Air Force, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force at Air Headquarters: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 02 July, 2025(Kamran Raja): Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo, Chief of the South African Air Force, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force at Air Headquarters, Islamabad.Upon his arrival, a smartly turned-out contingent of Pakistan Air Force presented Guard of Honour to Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo.During the meeting, Chief of the Air Staff emphasized the shared values and aspirations that form the foundation of the deep-rooted friendship between Pakistan and South Africa. The Air Chief reiterated PAF's commitment to bolster aerial combat capabilities of the South African Air Force through tailored training and capacity-building initiatives. Lieutenant General Wiseman Mbambo lauded PAF’s robust op...

2Jul

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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Commends Islamabad Police for solving 15 High-Profile Cases, Including Sana Yousaf and Sardar Faheem Murders

Islamabad, July 2,2025(Ghufran): In a major success, Islamabad Police has traced and arrested suspects in 15 high-profile cases — including the murder cases of social media influencer Sana Yousaf and analyst Sardar Faheem in record time.Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with the entire team of Islamabad Police involved in solving these cases. He appreciated the officers and personnel for their outstanding performance.Interior Minister met with IG Islamabad Police Ali Nasir Rizvi, DIG Jawad Tariq, SSP Operations Muhammad Shoaib, SSP Investigation Usman Tariq Butt, SP City Suleman Zafar, SP Saddar Kazim Naqvi, ASP Ali Raza, Assistant Director Abbas Mehdi, DSP Suleman Shah, SHOs of the relevant police stations, and members of the investigation teams and personally appreciated...