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MEETING OF FOREIGN MINISTERS OF THE CENTRAL ASIAN COUNTRIES AND THE OSCE SECRETARY GENERAL WAS HELD IN ASHGABAT

2Nov

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MEETING OF FOREIGN MINISTERS OF THE CENTRAL ASIAN COUNTRIES AND THE OSCE SECRETARY GENERAL WAS HELD IN ASHGABAT

Meeting of the Secretary General of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and the heads of Foreign Ministries of the Central Asian states was held in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, during which a thorough exchange of views took place on the most important topics of regional security, sustainable development and stability. Particular attention of the participants was paid to border security, climate change and ecology, as well as transport links. Speaking at the meeting, OSCE Secretary General Helga Schmid noted that this forum is aimed at expanding and strengthening interaction in solving pressing problems in the region in each of the above dimensions. In this context, the need for joint activities of all Central Asian countries and relevant internation...

The Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue, and Economic Affairs presided over a meeting of the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC)

2Nov

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The Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue, and Economic Affairs presided over a meeting of the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC)

The Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue, and Economic Affairs presided over a meeting of the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC)The meeting was attended by the Minister for Commerce, Industries, & Production, Mr. Gohar Ijaz, Minister for Privatisation, Mr. Fawad Hassan Fawad, Minister of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Mr. Sami Saeed, Minister for Power & Petroleum, Mr. Muhammad Ali, Advisor to PM on Finance, Dr. Waqar Masood, Deputy Chairman Planning Commission, Mr. Muhammad Jahanzaib Khan, Chairman SECP, Federal Secretaries, and other senior government officials of the relevant ministries.The meeting considered summaries submitted by the Ministry of Commerce and Ministry of Energy.The ECC considered the summary submitted by Ministry of Commerce reg...

Actions in Karachi and Sindh regarding evacuation of illegally staying foreigners

2Nov

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Actions in Karachi and Sindh regarding evacuation of illegally staying foreigners

Actions in Karachi and Sindh regarding evacuation of illegally staying foreignersKarachi Joint operation of Pakistan Rangers, Police and district administration to evacuate illegally staying foreigners has been started in Karachi and Sindh districts. Since November 1, Rangers, police and district administration have taken joint action in various areas of Karachi, Gana Mandi, Machar Colony, District Gharbi, Thana Iqbal Market and other places and arrested several people for checking the documents of the detained persons. So far 71 illegal Afghan immigrants have been transferred to the campus and the process of bringing these people to Chaman border by buses is going on. After completion, these immigrants will be sent to their homeland. According to the spokesman, illegal Afghans start...

Security forces conducted an intelligence based operation in general area Sambaza, Zhob District

1Nov

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Security forces conducted an intelligence based operation in general area Sambaza, Zhob District

Security forces conducted an intelligence based operation in general area Sambaza, Zhob District On night 31 October/ 1 November 2023, security forces conducted an intelligence based operation in general area Sambaza, Zhob District on reported presence of terrorists.During the conduct of operation, intense fire exchange took place between own troops and terrorists, resultantly Six Terrorists were sent to hell, while a cache of arms, ammunition and explosives has also been recovered.The killed terrorists remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities against security forces and target killing of innocent civilians.Sanitization is being carried out to eliminate any other terrorists found in the area.Security Forces of Pakistan, in step with Nation, remain determ...

Deputy Chief of Mission Andrew Schofer at the Launch of a U.S.-Funded Entrepreneurship Project Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)

1Nov

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Deputy Chief of Mission Andrew Schofer at the Launch of a U.S.-Funded Entrepreneurship Project Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)

Deputy Chief of Mission Andrew Schofer at the Launch of a U.S.-Funded Entrepreneurship Project Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) Mr. Governor, chancellors, professor, distinguished guests, Assalam-o-Alaikum -- good morning. I’m very honored to be here today at LUMS to officially launch our ‘Tabeer’ project. I understand that Tabeer, as one of our previous speakers said, means “the actualization of a dream,” which is a wonderful word. And this project is a partnership between LUMS and the United States to support 15 business incubation centers at universities all across Punjab province. The United States, through the Department of State, is providing nearly half a million dollars for this initiative, which includes training and mentorship for the incubator leadership teams a...

President denounces use of brutal force against innocent Palestinians

1Nov

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President denounces use of brutal force against innocent Palestinians

President denounces use of brutal force against innocent PalestiniansPresident Dr Arif Alvi has denounced the use of brutal force against innocent Palestinians, and called for the lifting of the siege and opening of a humanitarian corridor for Palestinians. He said that Pakistan was seriously concerned at the incessant Israeli aggression against civilians, which had killed thousands of people including women, children, and elderly. He stressed that the international community should condemn the continued Israeli aggression in Gaza. He stated that Pakistan stood for a total withdrawal of Israel from all occupied Arab territories, including Jerusalem, as well as the establishment of an independent homeland for Palestinians with Al-Quds Sharif as its capital.The President gave these...

The deadline for the return of people residing illegally in Pakistan is over, the operation has started

1Nov

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The deadline for the return of people residing illegally in Pakistan is over, the operation has started

The deadline for the return of people residing illegally in Pakistan is over, the operation has startedThe deadline for illegal residents to leave Pakistan has expired, after which the government of Pakistan has started a nationwide operation to evict them. For the first time in the country's history, the Ministry of Home Affairs has issued an order for the expulsion of illegal residents to all provinces under the Foreign Act 1946. According to this decree, illegal aliens under investigation and convicted of minor crimes will be deported.The Caretaker Government has warned that; "Strict legal action will be taken if any Pakistani is found involved in harboring illegal immigrants after the deadline has passed." The eviction plan will apply to all foreigners residing illegally in ...

The 3rd Coast Guard Global Summit (CGGS)

1Nov

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The 3rd Coast Guard Global Summit (CGGS)

The 3rd Coast Guard Global Summit (CGGS)The 3rd Coast Guard Global Summit (CGGS), which took place in Tokyo, Japan from October 30 to November 2, featured a delegation from the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency, headed by its director general, Rear Admiral Imtiaz Ali. The summit is aimed to enhance the collaboration and cooperation among the maritime law enforcement agencies worldwide. Leaders of the security agencies/coast guard authorities around the world gathered in Tokyo for two-day talks from Tuesday to discuss ways to build a framework for international cooperation in maritime security. The Summit was declared open by Prime Minister of Japan Mr Fumio Kishida.The summit, held for the first time in four years, is the third of its kind.Editor: Raja Kamran

Telephone Call between Foreign Minister and USAID Administrator

31Oct

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Telephone Call between Foreign Minister and USAID Administrator

Telephone Call between Foreign Minister and USAID AdministratorForeign Minister Jalil Abbas Jillani today held a telephone conversation with USAID Administrator Samantha Power.The USAID Administrator briefed the Foreign Minister on USAID’s work in Pakistan, with particular reference to climate related issues.They also discussed the situation in Gaza. The Foreign Minister underscored the urgency of an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and safe passage for humanitarian assistance to those in need.The USAID Administrator thanked the Foreign Minister for the support extended by the Government of Pakistan to U.S. bound Afghans.Sub-Editor: Arslan Majeed

U.S. Ambassador Blome’s Meeting with Caretaker Foreign Minister Jilani

31Oct

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U.S. Ambassador Blome’s Meeting with Caretaker Foreign Minister Jilani

U.S. Ambassador Blome’s Meeting with Caretaker Foreign Minister Jilani U.S. Ambassador Donald Blome met today with Caretaker Foreign Minister Jilani to discuss a broad range of critical bilateral issues, including the safe and efficient processing of Afghan citizens eligible for relocation or resettlement in the United States. The Ambassador highlighted the two countries’ mutual interest in ensuring the safety and security of refugees and asylum seekers, and the importance of putting in place appropriate screening mechanisms so that individuals with legitimate claims of credible fear are not placed in harm’s way.Sub-Editor: Arslan Majeed