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Netherlands Ambassador Calls on Minister for Finance and Revenue

21May

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Netherlands Ambassador Calls on Minister for Finance and Revenue

Islamabad, May 21, 2025(News Desk): Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, held a meeting today with H.E. Mrs. Henny de Vries, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Pakistan, at the Finance Division, Islamabad. During the meeting, both sides discussed matters of mutual interest and avenues for further strengthening bilateral economic cooperation. The Finance Minister briefed the Ambassador on Pakistan’s current macroeconomic outlook and the government’s reform agenda, with particular focus on key sectors of the economy.He emphasized the government's commitment to achieving sustainable, productivity-driven, and export-led growth, highlighting the critical role of the private sector as the real engine of economic development. The Minister also ack...

Special Guard of Honour ceremony was held at Yadgar-e-Shuhada: ISPR

21May

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Special Guard of Honour ceremony was held at Yadgar-e-Shuhada: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 21 May, 2025(Kamran Raja): A Special Guard of Honour ceremony was held at Yadgar-e-Shuhada, General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi, in honour of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M). On this solemn occasion, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir laid a floral wreath at the Yadgar-e-Shuhada and offered Fateha to pay tribute to the martyrs of Pakistan.The Field Marshal dedicated this honour to the entire nation, the Armed Forces of Pakistan, and in particular, to the martyrs and veterans of both civil and Armed Forces & Law Enforcement Agencies. COAS expressed that, “This honour is a tribute to the entire Pakistani Nation and the valiant men and women of the Armed Forces of Pakistan, particularly the martyrs who stood like a ‘Wall of Steel’ against Indian unprovoked, cowardly an...

Pakistan, China and Afghanistan held an informal trilateral meeting in Beijing

21May

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Pakistan, China and Afghanistan held an informal trilateral meeting in Beijing

Beijing, 21 May 2025(Kamran Raja): Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Member of the CPC Political Bureau & Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China, Wang Yi, and Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan, Amir Khan Muttaqi, held an informal trilateral meeting in Beijing today. The three Foreign Ministers reaffirmed trilateral cooperation as a vital platform to promote regional security and economic connectivity. They discussed enhancing diplomatic engagement, strengthening communications, and taking practical steps to boost trade, infrastructure, and development as key drivers of shared prosperity.They agreed to deepen Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) cooperation and extend the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to Afghanistan. The Ministe...

Government of Pakistan approves promotion of General Syed Asim Munir to the rank of Field Marshal

20May

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Government of Pakistan approves promotion of General Syed Asim Munir to the rank of Field Marshal

Rawalpindi, May 20, 2025(Kamran Raja): According to ISPR's statement Field Marshal Asim Munir said"I am grateful to Allah Almighty for receiving the Field Marshal's honor. I dedicate this honor to the entire nation, the Armed Forces of Pakistan, especially the civil and military martyrs and veterans. I am grateful to the President of Pakistan, the Prime Minister and the Cabinet for the trust they have placed in me. This honor is a trust of the nation, for which millions of Asims have sacrificed themselves.This is not an individual honor but an honor for the Armed Forces of Pakistan and the entire nation".The nation's gratitude to Field Marshal Asim Munir.

2nd Ministerial Meeting of the OIC-15 Dialogue Platform Concludes with Declaration on AI Cooperation

20May

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2nd Ministerial Meeting of the OIC-15 Dialogue Platform Concludes with Declaration on AI Cooperation

Islamabad 20 May 2025( Kamran Raja):The 2nd Ministerial Meeting of the OIC-15 Dialogue Platform concluded in Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran, with a strong commitment to advancing collective efforts in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). “Trustworthy and Ethical Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development”.Prof. Dr. Muhammad Iqbal Choudhary, Coordinator General of OIC-COMSTECH, led the 4-members COMSTECH delegation. High Level Delegations from the Brunei Darussalam, Republic of Indonesia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Republic of Kazakhstan, Malysia, Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Republic of Tunisia, Republic of Türkiye, and State of Qatar attended the meeting. Mr. Shakil Arshad, Director, represented Pakistan 's Federal Ministry of Science and Tech...

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister’s Meeting with the Minister of International Department of the Communist Party of China

20May

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Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister’s Meeting with the Minister of International Department of the Communist Party of China

20 May 2025 Islamabad(Kamran Raja): Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, met today with the Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC), Liu Jianchao. During the meeting, the two sides discussed regional situation following the ceasefire between Pakistan and India, and stressed adherence to the principles and purposes of the UN Charter and international law for maintaining regional peace and stability. Appreciating China’s support to Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to a peaceful neighbourhood while affirming its right and capability to defend its territory and people.The DPM/FM underlined the need for the international communi...

Ambassador of Qatar Ali Mubarak Ali Essa Al-Khater Calls on Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi

19May

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Ambassador of Qatar Ali Mubarak Ali Essa Al-Khater Calls on Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi

Islamabad19 May 2025(Kamran Raja): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with the Ambassador of Qatar, Ali Mubarak Ali Essa Al-Khater in Islamabad. During the meeting, discussions were held on bilateral relations and matters of mutual interest. Moreover, recent visit of Interior Minister to Qatar and the situation after the ceasefire between Pakistan and India was also discussed.Mohsin Naqvi stated that Pakistan has always been an advocate of peace and desires sustainable peace in the region. He said the recent visit to Qatar was highly successful. He added that During meetings with Qatar’s Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister, and Interior Minister, there was a mutual agreement to enhance bilateral cooperation. He highlighted that In-depth discussions were held on counter-narcot...

Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force visited the residence of Squadron Leader Usman Yousaf Shaheed in Rawalpindi:ISPR

19May

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Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force visited the residence of Squadron Leader Usman Yousaf Shaheed in Rawalpindi:ISPR

Rawalpindi, 19 May 2025(Kamran Raja):ISPR: Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force visited the residence of Squadron Leader Usman Yousaf Shaheed in Rawalpindi to offer Fateha and to convey his condolences to the bereaved family. The Air Chief paid rich tribute to Squadron Leader Usman Yousaf Shaheed, who gave the supreme sacrifice and embraced martydom in the line of duty during the recent enemy attack on an operational Air Base of Pakistan Air Force. Chief of the Air Staff assured the family of the Shaheed officer that the services and sacrifices of our martyrs will forever be etched in the nation's memory and honored with unwavering reverence. He also offered Fateha for the elevation of the martyr’s ranks in heaven and prayed that Allah Alm...

First Pakistan-Bahrain Investment Opportunities Summit and Smart Expo 2025 Concludes Successfully in Manama

18May

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First Pakistan-Bahrain Investment Opportunities Summit and Smart Expo 2025 Concludes Successfully in Manama

Bahrain 18 May 2025(Kamran Raja):The First Pakistan-Bahrain Investment Opportunities Summit and Smart Expo was successfully held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Manama, on May 17, 2025. The landmark event was organized by the Pakistan Association of Exhibition Industry in collaboration with the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in Bahrain.His Excellency H.E. Mr. Mohamed Abduljabbar Alkoheji, Second Vice Chairman of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry, was present at the inaugural session as the Guest of Honour. The closing session was graced by His Excellency Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Commerce and Industry of the Kingdom of Bahrain.The summit brought together over 125 delegates from leading Pakistani companies, representing diverse sectors including Informa...

پہلا پاکستان, بحرین سرمایہ کاری مواقع سربراہی اجلاس اور اسمارٹ ایکسپو 2025، منامہ میں کامیابی سے اختتام پذیر

18May

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پہلا پاکستان, بحرین سرمایہ کاری مواقع سربراہی اجلاس اور اسمارٹ ایکسپو 2025، منامہ میں کامیابی سے اختتام پذیر

بحرین 18 مئی 2025 (کامران راجہ):پہلا پاکستان-بحرین سرمایہ کاری مواقع سربراہی اجلاس اور اسمارٹ ایکسپو 17 مئی 2025 کو منامہ کے کراؤن پلازہ ہوٹل میں کامیابی کے ساتھ منعقد ہوا۔ یہ نمایاں ایونٹ پاکستان ایسوسی ایشن آف ایگزیبیشن انڈسٹری نے بحرین میں اسلامی جمہوریہ پاکستان کے سفارت خانے کے تعاون سے منعقد کیا۔ تقریب کے افتتاحی سیشن کے مہمانِ خصوصی بحرین چیمبر آف کامرس اینڈ انڈسٹری کے دوسرے نائب چیئرمین جناب محمد عبدالجبّار الکوحیجی تھے۔ اختتامی اجلاس کو بحرین کے وزیرِ تجارت و صنعت جناب عبداللہ بن عادل فخرو نے رونق بخشی۔ اس سربراہی اجلاس میں پاکستان سے 125 سے زائد ممتاز کمپنیوں نے شرکت کی، جن کا تعلق مختلف شعبہ جات سے تھا جن میں انفارمیشن ٹیکنالوجی، اسٹاک ایکسچینج، ہیومن ریسورس سروسز، اور رئیل اسٹیٹ شامل ہیں۔ ان کمپنیوں نے سرمایہ کاری کے لیے تیار منصوبے اور خدمات پیش کیں، جنہوں نے نہ صرف پاکستانی ...