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PAKISTAN NEWS

Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad inaugurated Pakistan Pavillion in Texworld Evolution Paris
1Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad inaugurated Pakistan Pavillion in Texworld Evolution Paris

Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad inaugurated Pakistan Pavillion in Texworld Evolution Paris, France which will continue till 3 July.Pakistan Pavillion is showcasing attractive textile products of 12 exhibitors from Pakistan enthusiastic to work with international customers.Trade Development Authority of Pakistan and Embassy’s Trade & Investment Section aim to project country's prowess in textile world & open new vistas of growth and development by facilitating B2B contacts with potential clientèle. Editor: Kamran Raja
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SIF Media Meetup Stresses Enhanced Collaboration for Effective Disaster Response in Pakistan
28Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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SIF Media Meetup Stresses Enhanced Collaboration for Effective Disaster Response in Pakistan

Islamique France (SIF) Pakistan Mission organized a successful Media Meetup, bringing together media professionals and representatives to discuss the crucial role of media in disaster reporting and response. The event aimed to strengthen partnerships between media and NGOs for better disaster response in Pakistan.Key points of discussion are Increased cooperation between media and NGOs for enhanced disaster reporting and response, Media's role in policy shaping and collaboration for greater visibility and beneficiary reach Accessibility issues in remote areas, including Balochistan, Need for pre-disaster reporting and training reporters in disaster journalism, Data sharing and validation, Risk area identification and support for climate-hit communities Awareness and pre-planning, Coord...
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Islamabad International Airport Welcomes Inaugural Flight of Tajikistan’s Somon Air
27Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Islamabad International Airport Welcomes Inaugural Flight of Tajikistan’s Somon Air

Islamabad International Airport Welcomes Inaugural Flight of Tajikistan's Somon Air The first-ever flight of Somon Air, Tajikistan's national airline, successfully landed in Islamabad from Dushanbe. The momentous occasion was marked by the arrival of Flight SMR 129 at 11:45 AM, carrying fourteen passengers. As a traditional gesture, fire tenders from the Civil Aviation Rescue and Fire Fighting Service presented a cannon salute. To celebrate this milestone, a small but delightful cake cutting ceremony took place. Notable figures such as Governor KPK Faisal Karimkundi and Ambassador of Tajikistan to Pakistan Yusuf Sharifzoda graced the event with their presence. The Airport Manager, Director SAPs, and other esteemed dignitaries were also in attendance. Later in the day, Flight SMR 130 depar...
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FIRST PN MILGEM CLASS CORVETTE PNS BABUR ARRIVES KARACHI
26Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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FIRST PN MILGEM CLASS CORVETTE PNS BABUR ARRIVES KARACHI

FIRST PN MILGEM CLASS CORVETTE PNS BABUR ARRIVES KARACHIFirst PN MILGEM class, multi-purpose corvette PNS BABUR arrives Karachi. PNS BABUR is stealth featured, state of the art multipurpose Corvette which will augment PN’s offensive punch at sea. Upon arrival, an impressive reception ceremony was held at PN Dockyard. Commander Pakistan Fleet Vice Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi was the Chief Guest on the occasion.While addressing the ceremony, Commander Pakistan Fleet highlighted that PN MILGEM class corvettes will significantly enhance Pakistan Navy's capability of safeguarding Maritime frontiers of Pakistan and reinforce the initiative of Pakistan Navy for independently conducting Regional Maritime Security Patrols of Indian Ocean Region. He also emphasized that MILGEM class pro...
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Important meeting on Investment Board issues chaired by Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif
26Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Important meeting on Investment Board issues chaired by Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif

Important meeting on Investment Board issues chaired by Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif The Prime Minister approved the joint venture project between Chinese and Pakistani companies regarding the transfer of Chinese industries to Pakistan. Promotion of internal and external investment in Pakistan is the first priority of the government: Prime Minister Government is taking all possible steps to provide business friendly environment for traders and investors: Prime Minister * Instructing the Prime Minister to submit a comprehensive report on the progress of the MoUs between Pakistani and Chinese companies during his visit to China in Shenzhen. Prime Minister's directive to review the draft law of Special Economic Zones One Stop Shop in the context of developments after his visit ...
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Eighteenth round of Bilateral Political Consultations between Pakistan and Sweden
26Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Eighteenth round of Bilateral Political Consultations between Pakistan and Sweden

Pakistan and Sweden held the 18th round of Bilateral Political Consultations in Islamabad on 26 June 2024. Additional Foreign Secretary (Europe), Ambassador Shafqat Ali Khan, led the Pakistani side, while the Swedish side was headed by Ambassador Dag Juhlin-Dannfelt, Director General and Head of the Global Department of the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs.The two sides reviewed the entire gamut of bilateral cooperation covering political relations, trade and investment, education, and people-to-people contacts. Expressing satisfaction at the trajectory of Pakistan-Sweden relations, the two sides agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation and to forge a broad-based relationship anchored in robust economic cooperation.The Swedish side also briefed the Pakistani side on the steps...
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A two-member team of GCAA- UAE arrived at IIAP Islamabad
25Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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A two-member team of GCAA- UAE arrived at IIAP Islamabad

A two-member team of GCAA- UAE arrived at IIAP Islamabad A two-member team of GCAA- UAE, led by Mr. Abdullah Al Kaabi, Senior Director of Avsec Affairs, arrived at IIAP Islamabad for Avsec assessment of the airport. Air Cdre (R) Shahid Qadir, Director Avsec PCAA, on behalf of Secretary Aviation, welcomed the team. Mr. Abdullah re-affirmed UAE commitment in strengthening aviation security system of Pakistan through capacity and capability building. The opening meeting was attended by the APM/COO Aftab Gilani and all the concerned airport stakeholders. During the three-day assessment till 27 June, the team will be inspecting implementation of various security measures at the airport, with specific focus on the measures being adopted for flights to the UAE. The assessment is being hosted by ...
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ISSI’s 51st anniversary: DPM/FM Ishaq Dar articulates vision of Pakistan’s foreign policy in a transforming world
25Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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ISSI’s 51st anniversary: DPM/FM Ishaq Dar articulates vision of Pakistan’s foreign policy in a transforming world

ISSI’s 51st anniversary: DPM/FM Ishaq Dar articulates vision of Pakistan’s foreign policy in a transforming worldThe Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) celebrated the 51st anniversary of its founding today. The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, graced the occasion as Chief Guest where he dilated in detail on Pakistan’s foreign policy in a transforming world.Delivering his welcome remarks, DG ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood underscored the growing impact of think-tanks and research organizations globally, stressing their pivotal role in generating research-based inputs, fostering informed dialogue, and impacting policy. Over the past five decades, he said, the ISSI has evolved into a formidable research organization and...
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Indonesian Embassy and COMSTECH Host the International Seminar on Sustainability of Palm Oil Industry and its Derivative Products
25Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Indonesian Embassy and COMSTECH Host the International Seminar on Sustainability of Palm Oil Industry and its Derivative Products

The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Islamabad in collaboration with COMSTECH jointly organize the international seminar on “Sustainability of Palm Oil Industry and its Derivative Products” at COMSTECH Auditorium, Islamabad.The international seminar aimes to raise more awareness of the sustainability of the palm oil from Indonesia to the Pakistani public and maintain the awareness that the palm oil and its derivative products are not harmful to the health even beneficial for the well-being. By this seminar, more potentials are expected to explore the untapped potential of palm oil derivatives beyond culinary application.In his remarks, COMSTECH Adviser Prof. Dr. Syed Khurshid Hasnain mentioned that COMSTECH have strong commitment to support the natural products coming from t...
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