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Pakistan Chairs the 23rd Meeting of SCO Ministers Responsible for Foreign Economic and Trade Activities

12Sep

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Pakistan Chairs the 23rd Meeting of SCO Ministers Responsible for Foreign Economic and Trade Activities

The Commerce Minister of Pakistan, Mr. Jam Kamal Khan, chaired the 23rd Meeting of Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Member States responsible for Foreign Economic and Trade Activities today in Islamabad. Pakistan hosted this significant gathering in its capacity as the Chair of the SCO Council of Heads of Government, the second-highest forum of the organization. The Ministerial meeting was preceded by the 47th Meeting of the Commission of Senior Officials (CSO) of SCO Member States on 10th and 11th September 2024, also held in Islamabad. In his opening remarks, Mr. Jam Kamal Khan, welcomed his counterpart Ministers from the SCO fraternity to Pakistan and reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to the laudable aims and objective of the SCO to promote peace and prosperity i...

Nature-based solutions termed critical to address climate change impacts, Experts

12Sep

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Nature-based solutions termed critical to address climate change impacts, Experts

Islamabad, 12 September 2024: Pakistan is navigating through the worst climate crisis and it will only worsen, if we do not act now, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Climate Change Romina Khurshid Alam warned. Addressing a press conference here on Thursday regarding Recharge Pakistan project, she said that increased and intense heat waves, devastating floods, and depleting freshwater resources, all call for improving Pakistan’s resilience to climate change impacts. She stressed, “It is high time we reinvent our development models and pathways and address these challenges, which pose serious threats to local communities, critical ecosystems and economies”.The Recharge Pakistan project is supported by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, the Federal Flood C...

Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has said that Pakistan fully adheres to the “Shanghai spirit”

12Sep

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Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has said that Pakistan fully adheres to the “Shanghai spirit”

Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has said that Pakistan fully adheres to the "Shanghai spirit", and stands committed to building mutual trust, mutual benefit, equality, respect for diversity of civilizations and pursuit of common development. He was addressing the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Business and investment conference as a chief guest in Islamabad on Thursday. He said that immense potential exits for trade, investment, and joint ventures in areas such as energy, infrastructure, agriculture, and technology and we seek to strengthen regional cooperation within the SCO by fostering economic ties with our partner nations. Our strategic location, coupled with our rich natural resources and skilled workforce, makes us an attractive destination for foreign investment, Chairm...

Ethiopian Embassy Islamabad Celebrates Ethiopian New Year at ICCI

12Sep

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Ethiopian Embassy Islamabad Celebrates Ethiopian New Year at ICCI

The Ethiopian Embassy Islamabad has celebrated the Ethiopian New Year 2017 with national zeal and fervor in presence of the Federal Ministers, Government Officials, Diplomatic Corps, Business and Religious Community, Ethiopian Diaspora Media and the Civil Society. The celebrations were held in the Federal Capital of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Islamabad, and its business and cultural hub. A famous Ethiopian Troupe Biftu Oromia joined from Ethiopia in these celebrations and gave stunning performances with their melodious traditional songs and cultural dance not only on the eve of the Ethiopian New Year in Islamabad. The Embassy would like to express its gratitude to its major collaborators including Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Bukhari Groups, AirSial, Pakistan Ethiopi...

MEETING OF MINISTER FOR COMMERCE OF PAKISTAN WITH CHINESE VICE MINISTER OF MINISTRY OF COMMERCE

11Sep

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MEETING OF MINISTER FOR COMMERCE OF PAKISTAN WITH CHINESE VICE MINISTER OF MINISTRY OF COMMERCE

Mr. Jam Kamal Khan, Federal Minister for Commerce held a meeting with H.E Ling Ji, Vice Minister of Commerce, People’s Republic of China on sidelines of the SCO Ministerial Conference.Senior officials from Ministry of Commerce, Pakistan and Ministry of Commerce, China also were present in the meeting.Chinese Vice Minister congratulated Pakistan on hosting first ever Ministerial meeting of the SCO Ministers Responsible for Economy & Foreign Trade and pledged complete support of the People’s Republic of China.During the meeting, both sides agreed to take steps to further explore the ways to enhance trade and to convene a meeting of Committee on Trade in Goods of Free Trade Agreement.Both sides agreed that the there is enormous potential for growth in agriculture sector. ...

Pakistan committed to collaborate with HKH countries to protect climate-vulnerable communities: PM’s climate aide Romina Khurshid Alam

11Sep

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Pakistan committed to collaborate with HKH countries to protect climate-vulnerable communities: PM’s climate aide Romina Khurshid Alam

Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Climate Change, Romina Khurshid Alam said that rapid glacial melting and resultant floods Hindukhush Karakokram Himalaya (HKH) region has put lives and livelihoods of nearly two billion people at risk and, pose serious threats to the socio-economic sustainability of the regional countries.However, tackling effectively these climate change-caused common environmental, social and economic risks through resilience building measures is possible only through close and innovative collaboration among the regional countries in developing, adopting and sharing workable solutions, Ms Alam said while addressing the inaugural session of the ‘Policy Action Dialogue on Tackling Climate Change Impacts’ here on Wednesday.The event was organised the internationa...

Future World School & College Bahria Town Rawalpindi’s Student Haider Ali Sets Record by Summiting Bari La in 6 Hours

11Sep

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Future World School & College Bahria Town Rawalpindi’s Student Haider Ali Sets Record by Summiting Bari La in 6 Hours

Haider Ali, a student of Grade 11 (IGCSE) at Future World School & College Bahria Town Rawalpindi, has made headlines by conquering the highest peak of the DeosaiMountain Range, Bari La, standing at a staggering 5,600 meters. In an extraordinary display of endurance and determination, Haider completed the ascent in just 6 hours, marking the shortest recorded time to reach the summit. The young climber’s achievement has left his school and community in awe. Haider’s feat not only showcases his physical strength but also his unwavering dedication and adventurous spirit. The 6-hour climb, a daunting challenge even for experienced mountaineers, is a testament to his meticulous preparation and resolve. TME’s CEO Dr. Faisal Mushtaq and the Principal Mr. Kaleem Rajput of Future World School...

Ambassador Amna Baloch becomes the 33rd Foreign Secretary of Pakistan

11Sep

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Ambassador Amna Baloch becomes the 33rd Foreign Secretary of Pakistan

Ambassador Amna Baloch becomes the 33rd Foreign Secretary of Pakistan. A veteran diplomat, Ambassador Baloch has held several important assignments both in Islamabad and in Pakistan’s Mission’s abroad. She served as Pakistan's Consul General to Chengdu, China (2014-2017); High Commissioner to Malaysia (2019-2023); Ambassador to the European Union, Belgium and Luxembourg (2023-2024). Sub Editor: Ghufran

Remarks as Delivered by U.S. Ambassador Blome at the “Recharge Pakistan” Launch Event

10Sep

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Remarks as Delivered by U.S. Ambassador Blome at the “Recharge Pakistan” Launch Event

Remarks as Delivered by U.S. Ambassador Blome at the “Recharge Pakistan” Launch Event Minister Malik, Coordinator Khurshid, Senator Rehman, World Wildlife Fund Vice President Black, Coordinator Alam, Director General Khan, Coca Cola Foundation Senior Director Sarwari, Ladies and Gentlemen, Assalam-o-alaikum! Before I begin, I’d like to take a moment to acknowledge our host, the Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services -- an independent, first-of-its-kind research and training facility for parliamentarians, constructed with funding from the United States. PIPs has provided training to more than 800 parliamentarians and staff, and conducted hundreds of policy research projects for members of parliament. Thank you for welcoming us today. I am delighted to be here as we join our partn...

Commerce Ministry in final stage to hire company for branding Pakistani products abroad: NA told

9Sep

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Commerce Ministry in final stage to hire company for branding Pakistani products abroad: NA told

Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal on Monday informed the National Assembly that the ministry was in final stage to hire a company for branding and promotion of various Pakistani products abroad especially at various new markets under commerce marketing and branding mechanism.Replying to various supplementary questions during Question Hour, the minister said that around 20 foreign chefs who participated at the food exhibition recently held at Karachi, they also appreciated promotion of Pakistani mangoes. He said this year mangoes’ export not only witnessed sharp increase but there also were visible difference in its value addition. He said during the current year, Pakistani mangoes were marketed across the world as a mangoes’ diplomacy. For the first time, all Pakistani missions organiz...