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Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan calls on the Prime Minister
7Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan calls on the Prime Minister

7 March 2025, Islamabad(Kamran Raja): Amb. Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of China, paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister today. During the course of the meeting the latter conveyed his warm greetings and good wishes to President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang. He also congratulated the Chinese leadership and nation, on the successful convening of the “Two Sessions” of the National People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference. While expressing his satisfaction over the positive trajectory of Pakistan-China bilateral strategic relations, as manifested by the successful visit of President Asif Ali Zardari to Beijing last month, the Prime Minister thanked China for its longstanding and steadfast support to Pakistan on all its core issues. He also reaffi...
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IMF should also pay attention to Pakistan’s health policy for the improvement of Pakistan’s economy
7Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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IMF should also pay attention to Pakistan’s health policy for the improvement of Pakistan’s economy

7 March 2027(Arslan Raja): Non-communicable diseases are becoming the cause of Pakistan’s economic and social decline. Non-communicable diseases can be controlled by imposing taxes on ultra-processed products. Secretary General PANAH Sanaullah Ghumman Islamabad-Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are not only the biggest cause of death in Pakistan but also a huge burden on Pakistan’s economy. If they are not controlled, the economic deterioration will increase day by day along with the loss of very useful people in Pakistan and we will continue to use the loans taken from other places including IMF only on these diseases and the debt burden on Pakistan will increase further, which will further increase poverty in the country and further increase the suffering of the people. To stop the...
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Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), visited Bannu: ISPR
7Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), visited Bannu: ISPR

06 March 2025, Banuu (Arslan Raja): Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), visited Bannu today, following the foiled terrorist attack on Bannu Cantonment by Khwarij on 4 March 2025. During the visit, the COAS was briefed on ongoing operations and the overall security situation of the area. He also visited Combined Military Hospital (CMH) Bannu to inquire about the health and well-being of the injured soldiers, acknowledging their resilience and unwavering dedication. The COAS commended the high morale and steadfast resolve of the troops, reaffirming that Pakistan Army would continue to serve as a bulwark against terrorism to ensure the security and stability of the state. The COAS expressed profound condolences to the families of innocent civilians who lost thei...
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Standing Committee on Communications held its eighth meeting
6Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Standing Committee on Communications held its eighth meeting

Islamabad,06th March, 2025(Kamran Raja): The Standing Committee on Communications held its eighth meeting today on Thursday the 06th March, 2025 at 02:00 pm in the Committee Room No.7 of the Parliament House, Islamabad under the Chairmanship of Aijaz Hussain Jakhrani, MNA. In line with Sub-Rules (6) and (7) of Rule 201 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the National Assembly, 2007, the Committee reviewed the PSDP schemes for the upcoming financial year 2025-26. The Ministry of Communications informed that the preparation process is currently underway, following the PSDP formulation guidelines issued by the Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives on January 29, 2025. The Committee expressed dissatisfaction, emphasizing that despite repeated recomme...
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Weekly Press Briefing by the Spokesperson Ministry of Foreign Affairs
6Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Weekly Press Briefing by the Spokesperson Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Thursday, 6th March 2025 (Kamran Raja): The Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, received a call from the US National Security Advisor, Michael Waltz on 4th March 2025. The NSA conveyed President Trump's appreciation and thanks for the Government of Pakistan's efforts in countering terrorism. The Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister congratulated the NSA on his assumption of office and reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to continue its cooperation with the US in the field of counter-terrorism. He also appreciated President Trump's announcement to withdraw the US military equipment left behind in Afghanistan. DPM/FM also received a telephone call from UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan who conveyed Ra...
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UAE Foreign Minister calls Pakistan Foreign Minister , extends Ramazan greetings
5Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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UAE Foreign Minister calls Pakistan Foreign Minister , extends Ramazan greetings

Islamabad 05 March 2025(kamran Raja):Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar received a phone call from UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who conveyed heartfelt Ramadan greetings to the Deputy Prime Minister, as well as the leadership and citizens of Pakistan. In return, DPM/FM extended warm Ramadan wishes to H.H. DPM/FM, the UAE leadership, and its solidarity with the people of the UAE. The two leaders also discussed the results of the recent visit by H.H. the Crown Prince of the UAE to Pakistan. Both reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation across all sectors.
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Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif thanked US President Donald Trump
5Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif thanked US President Donald Trump

5 March 2025, Islamabad(Arslan Raja): We thank US President Donald Trump for acknowledging and appreciating Pakistan's role and support in counter terrorism efforts across the region, in the context of Pakistan Security Forces’ recent apprehension of ISKP’s top tier operational commander Shareefullah, who is an Afghanistan National. The wanted terrorist was apprehended in a successful operation conducted in Pakistan-Afghan border region. As is well-known, Pakistan has always played a critical role in counter terrorism efforts aimed at denying safe havens to terrorists and militant groups the space to operate against any other country. We remain steadfast in our resolve and unwavering commitment to combating terrorism, in all its forms and manifestations. In this effort, Pakistan has...
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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs a review meeting regarding his recent visit to Azerbaijan
4Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs a review meeting regarding his recent visit to Azerbaijan

Islamabad, 4 March 2025 (Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs review meeting on recent visit to Azerbaijan, directs to implement signed MoUs and agreements soon. Prime Minister directs Ministry of Commerce to present comprehensive action plan to increase current trade volume between Pakistan and Azerbaijan to $2 billion. The Prime Minister has formed a committee under the supervision of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar regarding the announcement of $2 billion investment in Pakistan by the President of Azerbaijan. The committee will ensure preparations for agreements in the energy and infrastructure sectors. The Prime Minister has directed to complete all preparations on priority basis before the Azeri President’s expected visit to Pakistan nex...
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At UN, Pakistan Proposes Key Themes for 2026 UN Water Conference
4Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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At UN, Pakistan Proposes Key Themes for 2026 UN Water Conference

United Nations,03 March 2025(kamran Raja): Pakistan has proposed transboundary water cooperation and the water-climate-environment nexus as key themes for inclusion in the interactive dialogue of the upcoming 2026 UN Water Conference. Delivering a national statement during the organizational session of the 2026 UN Water Conference at the ECOSOC Chamber, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan's Alternate Permanent Representative to the UN, emphasized that the conference presents a crucial opportunity to accelerate global efforts toward achieving SDG 6—ensuring clean water and sanitation for all. Ambassador Asim underscored the significance of the discussion, stressing that it directly concerns future generations. He warned that time is running out and that implementation remains a f...
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Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar
3Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar

Islamabad, 03 March 2025( Ghufran ): Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar today. Both expressed their commitment to further strengthen the existing deep-rooted ties between the two countries, particularly in the areas of trade & investment. The Ambassador conveyed Ramadan greetings for DPM and people of Pakistan. DPM reciprocated the same for the leadership and people of Saudi Arabia.
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