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9-member delegation of Ruyi group led by Chairman QiuYafu met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif.
20Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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9-member delegation of Ruyi group led by Chairman QiuYafu met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif.

A 9-member delegation of RUYI group led by Chairman QiuYafu met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif. After the Prime Minister's recent visit to China, important progress regarding Chinese investment in Pakistan. China's cotton group will establish international quality textile parks in Pakistan. A friend of China Pakistan who has stood with Pakistan in every difficult time. Economic relations between China and Pakistan are getting stronger with each passing day. We welcome the delegation of Rui Group in Pakistan. Rui Group was the first investor of Sahiwal Coal Power Plant under China Pakistan Economic Corridor. The Prime Minister appreciated the deep interest of Rui Group regarding investment in Pakistan's textile sectorWe have not come to Pakistan as investors but as friends ...
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NICAT To Hosts Leadership Day, Welcoming Cohort-4 Startups
20Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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NICAT To Hosts Leadership Day, Welcoming Cohort-4 Startups

 The National Incubation Center for Aerospace Technologies (NICAT) hosted its highly anticipated Leadership Day, formally welcoming the startups of Cohort-4. This event marked the beginning of an exciting journey for some of the most promising innovators in Pakistan’s tech ecosystem. The day was structured to provide these startups with key insights from industry leaders, alongside a workshop on leadership and team building to equip them for future challenges. The event opened with an introduction from Noor ul Huda, Head of Marketing at NICAT, who set the tone by highlighting NICAT’s role as a catalyst for innovation and leadership in the aerospace and technology sectors. AVM Asad Ikram, Principal Advisor at NICAT, delivered a warm Welcome Note, emphasizing NICAT’s commitment to...
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National Library of Pakistan holds a Dialogue on CPEC
19Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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National Library of Pakistan holds a Dialogue on CPEC

September 19, 2024, the National Library of Pakistan in Islamabad hosted a significant dialogue titled “Development of CPEC and Possibilities for the Youth.” The event was inaugurated by Mr. Raja Javed Iqbal, Director General of the National Library of Pakistan, who emphasized the necessity for youth to be informed and educated about CPEC’s implications for their future career prospects. The distinguished panel included Mr. Khalid Taimur Akram, Executive Director of the Pakistan Research Center for a Community with Shared Future (PRCCSF); Mr. AsimKhan, Head of Development Communications at the Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives; and Mr. Obaid Ayub, Director Operations at House of Elaan. Together, they brought valuable experience and insights to the discussion. Mr. ...
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CPEC Phase-II to help transform Pakistan’s economy, PM
19Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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CPEC Phase-II to help transform Pakistan’s economy, PM

ISLAMABAD, Sep 19 :Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said the second phase of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) would help Pakistan transform its economy."We are entering into the second phase of CPEC which has huge potential of mutual cooperation in the field of agriculture, Information Technology, mines and minerals and many other important areas of mutual interests," the prime minister said while addressing an event organized by the Chinese Embassy here to commemorate China's 75th anniversary.He congratulated the Chinese government and its citizens, emphasizing China’s status as a global power and a vital partner in international affairs.President Asif Ali Zardari, federal ministers, diplomats, dignitaries, and senior civil and military officers at...
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Pakistan to work with China for shared prosperity, global peace, President Zardari
19Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan to work with China for shared prosperity, global peace, President Zardari

ISLAMABAD, Sep 19: President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to working together with China for shared prosperity, and promoting peace and stability in the world. Highlighting the importance of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the President said that high quality development of CPEC would "help unlock greater benefits for our people, besides enhancing connectivity and prosperity of the region". He emphasized the importance of advancing the high-quality development of CPEC to unlock greater benefits for the people of two countries. President Zardari was speaking at the “China’s National Day Reception”, hosted by the Chinese Embassy. The event marking the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, was attended by Prime Minist...
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Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Alexei Overchuk, will lead a high-level delegation to Pakistan on 18-19 September 2024.
17Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Alexei Overchuk, will lead a high-level delegation to Pakistan on 18-19 September 2024.

Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Alexei Overchuk, will lead a high-level delegation to Pakistan on 18-19 September 2024.Deputy Prime Minister Overchuk will hold meetings with the President, the Prime Minister and the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan.Pakistan and Russia enjoy cordial relations based on goodwill, amity and trust, which is reflected in the multi-faceted bilateral cooperation including in trade, energy and connectivity. Sub Editor: Ghufran 
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Igniting Aerospace & DeepTech Innovation: Launch of NICAT Investment Ecosystem
16Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Igniting Aerospace & DeepTech Innovation: Launch of NICAT Investment Ecosystem

Rawalpindi, Pakistan – NICAT (National Incubation Center for Aerospace Technologies), powered by Ignite National Technology Fund and NASTP (National Aerospace Science and Technology Park), proudly launched the NICAT Investment Ecosystem in a landmark event today, bringing together prominent industry leaders, academia, government officials, investors, and innovative startups. This event is a critical step in NICAT’s mission to foster technological innovation and entrepreneurship within Pakistan, providing a platform for transformative collaboration across the aerospace and technology sectors. The event commenced with a tour of the NICAT facility, followed by a showcase of cutting-edge startups at the forefront of technological advancement in the aerospace, AI, and IoT domains. Attendees in...
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This week Pakistan launched the largest ever sub-national polio campaign targeting 33m children under five.
16Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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This week Pakistan launched the largest ever sub-national polio campaign targeting 33m children under five.

Dr. Malik Mukhtar Ahmad Bharath, Coordinator to the Prime Minister for Health, together with Ayesha Raza Farooq, Prime Minister's Focal Person for Polio Eradication paid a joint visit to the National Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) to get a first-hand update on polio campaign progress. This week Pakistan launched the largest ever sub-national polio campaign targeting 33m children under five. The Prime Minister’s health leadership team got a real time, live update from the control room to understand progress in reaching all children. More than 8.8m children were reached on day one of the campaign by teams working across 115 districts.Their joint visit reiterates the government's unwavering commitment to eradicating polio and the Prime Minister’s resolve to reach every child with pol...
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Serena Hotels’ Green Impact Mission at Rakaposhi Basecamp, Promotes Sustainable Tourism
15Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Serena Hotels’ Green Impact Mission at Rakaposhi Basecamp, Promotes Sustainable Tourism

Serena Hotels successfully concluded the Green Impact Mission: Rakaposhi Basecamp Cleanup Drive on September 13, 2024. This initiative aimed to address the rising waste issue at one of Gilgit-Baltistan's most popular tourist destinations, Rakaposhi Basecamp, while reinforcing Serena Hotels' commitment to sustainable tourism and environmental preservation.The cleanup drive brought together renowned climbers such as Abdul Joshi, Sultana Naseeb, Mirbaz Ali along with 50 dedicated volunteers and sherpas. The team worked tirelessly to clear litter from the basecamp, ensuring the preservation of its natural beauty. In addition to the waste collection efforts, 10 durable trash cans were installed around the site to promote responsible waste disposal by future visitors. The drive raised aware...
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