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Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh visited the Food and Agriculture Exhibition at the Expo Center Karachi
9Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh visited the Food and Agriculture Exhibition at the Expo Center Karachi

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh visited the Food and Agriculture Exhibition at the Expo Center Karachi, joined by Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, Minister of Commerce Turkey Mr. Omar Bolat, Federal Minister Finance, Commerce, Privitization, Information, Law, Chief Minister Sindh Murad Ali Shah, and Governor Kamran Tessori. The exhibition highlighted key innovations in the food and agriculture sectors and attracted significant attention from industry leaders, foreign investors and the public.The dignitaries explored the various exhibits, underscoring the importance of advancing agricultural technologies and enhancing food security. Their visit emphasized the government's commitment to support these critical sectors and fostering collaboration for national gr...
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Pakistani Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi meeting with Federal Minister for Privatization and Investment Board Abdul Aleem Khan
8Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistani Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi meeting with Federal Minister for Privatization and Investment Board Abdul Aleem Khan

Discussions between Federal Minister Abdul Aleem Khan and Pakistani Ambassador to China on mutual interest and various bilateral issuesAbdul Aleem Khan Says that Pakistani Embassy in China is rendering excellent services in promoting mutual relations,Our embassy should give all possible help to Chinese companies to invest in Pakistan. The arrival of more than 100 Chinese companies in Pakistan for the first time is welcome.Pakistan and China will take all possible measures to make the investment more beneficial.There will be investment from China in various important sectors including textile, plastic, surgical and footwear. Pakistan and China can also do "joint ventures" in major construction sector.Joint session between Chinese and Pakistani companies will have positiv...
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Successful Completion of Back Feeding of SK Hydropower Station in Pakistan
8Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Successful Completion of Back Feeding of SK Hydropower Station in Pakistan

Today on 8th August , the successful completion of the Back Feeding process at the Suki Kinari Hydropower Station, an investmentand construction project of China Energy Overseas Investment Co., Ltd. (Energy China, marked the official countdown to grid-connected power generation for the station.Located on the Kunhar River in Mansehra, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province in northwest Pakistan, SK Hydropower Station is a flagship project within the "China-Pakistan Economic Corridor(CPEC)" under China's Belt and Road Initiative. It stands as the largest greenfield hydropower investment project by Chinese enterprises abroad and the most significant hydropower station investment by Energy China. HE Xiongfei, the Chairman and General Manager of SK Hydro (Private) Limited, commented on the Back Fee...
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Huawei Launches “Train The Trainer” Major Training Initiative for 300,000 Students in Pakistan .
8Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Huawei Launches “Train The Trainer” Major Training Initiative for 300,000 Students in Pakistan .

Today Huawei marks a significant milestone in Pakistan's journey towards digital excellence with the Huawei Train The Trainer (TTT) Certificate Distribution Ceremony. Under the dynamic leadership of Honorable Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif  , Huawei  has designed an extensive training program  to empower 300,000 students across the nation. This initiative is a crucial part of Pakistan's broader digital transformation efforts, aiming to elevate ICT education and skills nationwide.The TTT program, a collaborative endeavor between Huawei and various ICT academies across Pakistan, is designed to address the growing need for advanced ICT skills. By focusing on training trainers who will then educate students, the program creates a multiplier effect that significantly enhances the quality of ...
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STUDENTS FROM VARIOUS INSTITUTIONS SPENT A DAY WITH PAKISTAN NAVY
8Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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STUDENTS FROM VARIOUS INSTITUTIONS SPENT A DAY WITH PAKISTAN NAVY

Pakistan Navy organized an event "A day with Pakistan Navy" for the students from various universities and colleges to enlighten them on the functioning, organisation and defence capabilities of Pakistan Navy. A total of 250 students alongwith the faculty members from Lahore Garrison University and various cadet colleges under supervision of TABA Foundation attended the event. During his interaction with students and faculty, Commander Central Punjab Rear Admiral Azhar Mehmood apprised them about Pakistan Navy’s commitment to protect maritime frontiers of the country. He also highlighted the importance of maritime sector for developing countries and how a strong Navy can facilitate economic development of their nation.Later, demonstration of combat readiness by troops, display of arms ...
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PTA & MoIT&Telecom Commenced Implementation of Digital Gender Inclusion Strategy
8Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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PTA & MoIT&Telecom Commenced Implementation of Digital Gender Inclusion Strategy

With the inaugural meeting of the Steering Committee on Digital Gender Inclusion, Ministry of IT & Telecom & PTA formally commenced implementation of strategy on 7th August 2024. The meeting was chaired by Ms. Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Minister of State for IT & T and convened by Chairman Pakistan Telecom Authority Major General (R) Hafeez Ur Rehman. The steering committee will be overseeing the smooth implementation of the strategy to significantly reduce digital gender divide within next three years. The committeewill be continuously assessing the outcome of the identified thematic working groups on access, affordability, digital literacy, inclusion, safety & security and data & research.The steering committee comprises of representation from concerned government orga...
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Minister for Interior’s Personal Efforts Bring Great Relief to Pakistani Pilgrims Traveling to Iraq
7Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Minister for Interior’s Personal Efforts Bring Great Relief to Pakistani Pilgrims Traveling to Iraq

Minister for Interior's Personal Efforts Bring Great Relief to Pakistani Pilgrims Traveling to IraqMinister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi's personal efforts, Pakistani pilgrims traveling to Iraq will be provided significant facilities. In a meeting with Iraqi Ambassador Hamid Abbas Lafta at the Ministry of Interior, it was decided that the passports of Pakistani pilgrims traveling to Iraq by air will not be withheld.It was also decided in the meeting that instead of travel agents, the Iraqi Embassy will directly issue visas to pilgrims during the Arbaeen. Moreover, the quota for Pakistani pilgrims will be also increased and more visas be issued to Pakistani pilgrims this year than the last year.It was also agreed to operate special flights for pilgrims on the occasion of Arbaeen....
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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif meeting with delegation of GSM Association
7Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif meeting with delegation of GSM Association

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif meeting with delegation of GSM AssociationA four-member delegation of GSMA led by Julian Gorman, Head of Global Systems for Mobile Communications (GSMA) Asia Pacific, met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif.Regarding the promotion of telecommunication and information technology in Pakistan, the holding of Digital National Summit in Islamabad today is very welcome: Prime Minister's conversation with the delegationGSMA has a very fundamental and important role in digitization initiatives: Prime MinisterAction plan for reforms and digitization of information technology sector is being implemented: Prime MinisterBetter access to internet for common man, improvement of digital infrastructure, e-governance, vocational training ...
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ISSI holds Roundtable on ‘Pakistan-ASEAN: A Growing Partnership’ on eve of ASEAN Day
7Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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ISSI holds Roundtable on ‘Pakistan-ASEAN: A Growing Partnership’ on eve of ASEAN Day

ISSI holds Roundtable on ‘Pakistan-ASEAN: A Growing Partnership’ on eve of ASEAN DayThe China-Pakistan Study Centre (CPSC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted a roundtable titled "Pakistan and ASEAN: A Growing Partnership," as part of commemoration of ASEAN Day (8 August). The distinguished speakers included Heads of Missions of ASEAN member states in Islamabad and Pakistan’s Heads of Missions in ASEAN capitals. Ambassador Imran Ahmed Siddiqui, Additional Secretary (Asia Pacific), MoFA, was the Chief Guest. Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General ISSI, made remarks at the event, whereas Dr. Talat Shabbir, Director CPSC, moderated the session. Prominent civil servants, diplomats, academicians, civil society members, and media personnel attended the event....
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Hazara, Legacy march into semis of National Women’s Football Club Championship 2024
7Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Hazara, Legacy march into semis of National Women’s Football Club Championship 2024

The National Women's Football Club Championship 2024 final group stage concluded today with two thrilling matches at the Jinnah Sports Complex, Islamabad. Legacy FC and Hazara Quetta WFC emerged victorious, securing their places in the tournament's semi-finals.Legacy FC showcased their dominance with a 3-0 victory over TWK. Eman, Kayanat, and Alina each scored a goal, demonstrating their exceptional skills and teamwork.In the last group match of the final stage, Hazara FC faced off against Highlanders FC in a closely contested battle. Hazara FC emerged victorious with a 2-1 win. Farishta and Sadiqa were the goal scorers for Hazara, while Sosan opened the scoring for the Highlanders.Karachi United will face Legacy FC in the first semi-final of the National Women's Football Club ...
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