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‘We will respond very strongly’: Pakistan warns India against any misadventure:
30Apr By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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‘We will respond very strongly’: Pakistan warns India against any misadventure:

ISLAMABAD 30 April(Ghufran): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday warned that the peace and stability of the South Asian region is under serious threat due to "politically motivated and provocative actions" by India following the Pahalgam attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).Addressing a press briefing along with Director-General (DG) Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, Dar said the objective of the interaction was to share Pakistan’s concerns over India’s irresponsible statements and destabilising conduct in the wake of the April 22 incident.“Targeting innocent civilians is condemnable and deplorable, no matter where it happens,” Dar said, adding that Pakistan had expressed condolenc...
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Infrastructure That Strengthens and Sustains Communities Bridges
30Apr By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Infrastructure That Strengthens and Sustains Communities Bridges

Islamabad 30 April 2025(kamran Raja): The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) in Pakistan successfully hosted the Bridges Handover Ceremony in Islamabad, marking the formal completion of the “ReBridge: Resilient Infrastructure Recovery” Project in the Swat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.The event celebrated the successful restoration and upgrading of pedestrian suspension bridges in Bahrain and Kalam, originally constructed by UNOPS following the catastrophic 2010 floods to restore vital connectivity. Over the years, the bridges had deteriorated due to nearby highway construction (Bahrain-Kalam Road), and insufficient maintenance. In 2021, UNOPS initiated repairs, upgrading the bridges to International standards to minimize long-term maintenance needs, while proactively iden...
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Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in the Kingdom of Bahrain Celebrates National Day of Pakistan
27Apr By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in the Kingdom of Bahrain Celebrates National Day of Pakistan

Islamabad 27 April 2025(kamran Raja): Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in Bahrain celebrated 85th National Day of Pakistan at Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel in Manama. H.E. Khaled Yousef Al Jalahma, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affair graced the occasion as chief guest. His Majesty Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of the Kingdom of Bahrain graciously sent a congratulatory message to the Embassy of Pakistan in Bahrain. Addressing the participants of the diplomatic reception, the Ambassador, highlighted the significance of the Day and stressed upon peaceful coexistence as one of country’s foreign policy objective. He underlined that long-festering issues, especially the Kashmir and Palestine issues, need early, just and peaceful solutions in accordance with international ...
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UN Urges India and Pakistan to Exercise Maximum Restraint Amid Tensions in Jammu and Kashmir
25Apr By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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UN Urges India and Pakistan to Exercise Maximum Restraint Amid Tensions in Jammu and Kashmir

United Nations 25 April 2025(Kamran Raja):  The United Nations has called on both India and Pakistan to exercise maximum restraint following the recent attack in the Indian-administered region of Jammu and Kashmir.Speaking at a press briefing, UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric stated that while Secretary-General António Guterres has not had direct contact with either government in the past 24 hours, he is closely monitoring the situation.“We urge both governments to show the utmost restraint and to ensure that the situation does not escalate further,” Dujarric said. He emphasized that any issues between India and Pakistan should be resolved through peaceful and meaningful bilateral dialogue.The UN reiterated its long-standing position that sustainable peace in the region can on...
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Focused Operation SEA SPIRIT by Pakistan-led CTF 151
24Apr By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Focused Operation SEA SPIRIT by Pakistan-led CTF 151

24 April 2025(Kamran Raja): Focused Operation SEA SPIRIT by Pakistan-led CTF 151 commenced April 21. The operation, supported by Maritime Patrol Aircraft and helicopters, aims at combating maritime piracy and armed robbery off the Somali coast, Gulf of Aden and Socotra Gap.Joint operational activities involving Counter-Piracy exercises and patrols by Naval assets to include Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force, Pakistan Navy & Pakistan Maritime Security Agency, Republic of Korea Navy, Spanish Armada under EUNAVFOR Ops ATALANTA, Djibouti Navy & Djibouti Coast Guard, and Türkiye Naval Forces.Regional Coordination Centers (CMF JMIC, JMICC Pakistan, DCOC Kenya, RCOC Seychelles and partners (Ambrey GOC), RMIFC Madagascar, UKMTO Dubai) are amplifying efforts, sharing real-time up...
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Pakistan Foreign Secretary briefed Islamabad based Heads of Mission and diplomats on the evolving situation following Pahalgam attack in IIOJK
24Apr By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan Foreign Secretary briefed Islamabad based Heads of Mission and diplomats on the evolving situation following Pahalgam attack in IIOJK

Islamabad 24 April 2025(Ghufran): Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch briefed a group of Islamabad-based Heads of Mission and diplomats on the evolving situation following Pahalgam attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir.Foreign Secretary shared the outcomes of the National Security Committee meeting. She rejected Indian misinformation campaign against Pakistan and said that such tactics would obstruct the path to peace and stability in the region. Foreign Secretary underscored that Pakistan has always rejected terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. She also cautioned against Indian attempts to escalate tensions and reaffirmed Pakistan’s readiness to counter any misadventure. 
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یونیورسٹیز کے طلباءوطالبات “فرینڈز آف پولیس” کا ٹریفک ھیڈکوارٹرز ریس کورس کا دورہ
24Apr By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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یونیورسٹیز کے طلباءوطالبات “فرینڈز آف پولیس” کا ٹریفک ھیڈکوارٹرز ریس کورس کا دورہ

راولپنڈی 24 اپریل 2025 (کامران راجہ):انسپکٹر جنرل آف پولیس پنجاب کی کمیونٹی پولیسنگ پروگرام کے تحت مختلف یونیورسٹیز کے طلباءوطالبات "فرینڈز آف پولیس" کا ٹریفک ھیڈکوارٹرز ریس کورس کا دورہ۔ ٹریفک پولیس کی ورکنگ، لائسنسنگ سسٹم اور روڈ سیفٹی کے حوالے سے اٹھاۓ جانے والے اقدامات کے بارے میں بریفنگ دی گئی۔ شرکاء فرینڈز آف پولیس کو ٹریفک ھیڈکوارٹرز کی مختلف برانچز کا دورہ کروایا گیا اور ان کے امور سے متعلق مکمل آگاھی دی گئی طلباءو طالبات نےFM88.6 کی لائیو نشریات میں شرکت کی اور اپنے خیالات کا اظہار کیا فرینڈز آف پولیس کے وفد نے سڑکوں کی نگرانی کے ساتھ ساتھ عوام الناس کو لائسنسنگ سے متعلق خدمات اور دفتری امور کے طریقہ کار کو سراہا اور مزید بہتری لانے کے لیےاپنی تجاویز بھی پیش کیں۔ شرکاء نے انسپکٹر جنرل آف پولیس پنجاب کی اس کاوش کو مثبت قدم قرار دیتے ھوۓکہا کہ اس سے پولیس اور عوام کے درمیان رابط...
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Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb meets with Turkish Finance Minister H.E. Mehmet Şimşek
24Apr By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb meets with Turkish Finance Minister H.E. Mehmet Şimşek

 Washington, D.C 23 April 2025(Nosheen): Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb met with H.E. Mehmet Şimşek, Minister of Finance of Türkiye, on the sidelines of the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C.The Minister highlighted the strong historical ties between Pakistan and Türkiye, and emphasized the greater potential for enhanced trade and investment between the two countries. He acknowledged that the current level of bilateral trade and investment remained below its potential.He invited Turkish investors and businessmen to explore and unlock investment opportunities in Pakistan, particularly in the dairy, cheese, and livestock sectors.The Minister also appreciated the Turkish government’s policy of supporting high-tech sectors to foster innovation ...
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Finance Minister meets Her Majesty Queen Máxima of the Netherlands on the sidelines of IMF–World Bank Spring Meetings
24Apr By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Finance Minister meets Her Majesty Queen Máxima of the Netherlands on the sidelines of IMF–World Bank Spring Meetings

Washington, D.C. 23 April 2025(Ghufran):Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Mr. Muhammad Aurangzeb, called on Her Majesty Queen Máxima of the Netherlands today on the sidelines of the IMF–World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C.The Finance Minister shared the progress made on financial inclusion of Pakistani women, particularly through the implementation of the National Financial Inclusion Strategy with the support of international partners.He underscored that ensuring women and girls’ education, financial inclusion, entrepreneurship, and empowerment were among the top priorities of the Government.The Minister also underlined the need to expand digital access and promote effective data sharing across entities to accelerate financial inclusion efforts.
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