PAKISTAN NEWS

The China-Pakistan Study Centre (CPSC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted an In-house Roundtable discussion on ‘Pakistan-China relations.’ Pakistan’s Ambassador to China Mr. Khalil Hashmi was the Keynote Speaker. The event brought together senior diplomats and renowned scholars to reflect on the enduring partnership between Pakistan and China and evaluate its future trajectory in the wake of the evolving bilateral, regional and global context. In his welcome remarks, DG ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood reaffirmed the Institute’s commitment to fostering meaningful dialogue on Pakistan’s strategic relationships, particularly the Pakistan-China All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership. He highlighted the steady progression of Pakistan-China relations since the f...

31 December 2024 ,Islamabad( Kamran Raja): The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and Huawei Pakistan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in IT and Telecom sectors. The agreement, signed at PTA Headquarters, focuses on capacity building, technology innovation, cybersecurity, and digital inclusion.The partnership aims to drive advancements in 5G, Artificial Intelligence, and IoT while promoting secure digital infrastructure and bridging the digital divide.Chairman PTA, Major General (R) Hafeez Ur Rehman (HIM), remarked, “This MoU represents a significant step in Pakistan’s digital transformation, enabling enhanced infrastructure and fostering innovation for sustainable growth.”Deputy CEO Huawei Pakistan, Mr. Ahmed Bilal Masud, high...

27 December 2024, Islamabad( Kamran Raja ): The Ministry of Human Rights (MoHR) convened the 7th Meeting of the National Task Force constituted for implementation on Action Plan on Human Rights. The meeting was co-chaired by Barrister Aqeel Malik, MNA/Advisor to Law Division, Senator, Dr. Afnan Ullah and Mr. A.D. Khawaja, Secretary Ministry of Human Rights.The representative of the relevant departments of the federal and provincial governments including Home, Human Rights, Women Development, Police attended the meeting. In the meeting, the participants sheared their progress on the decisions taken in the 6th meeting of the Task Force.The Action Plan on Human Rights approved by the Prime Minister on 13th February, 2016, revised in 2020 consisting six thematic areas for taking legisl...

27 December 2024, Islamabad( Kamran Raja): Pak-Turk Maarif International Collaborates with Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa for TDP-06 Teacher Development ProgrammeAt Pak-Turk Maarif International Schools, the cornerstone of both personal and professional growth for teachers is the continuous professional development programs for teachersand school leaders. These programs embody the mission of the Turkish Maarif Foundation, while seamlessly integratingthis vision into the educational processes in Pakistan, ensuring the long-term sustainability of high-quality education. Going beyond temporary improvements and short-term achievements, Teacher Development Programme (TDP)initiatives serve as a driving force for continual growth. The professional development offerings, designed to foster s...