PAKISTAN NEWS

Pakistan - ASEAN partnership affirmed as Foreign Minister Inaugurates ‘ASEAN CORNER’ AT ISSI Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani unveiled the plaque and inaugurated the ‘ASEAN Corner’ at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) today. The event was characterized by ASEAN Envoys as a “milestone” in the growing Pakistan-ASEAN collaboration. The inauguration was followed by a Round Table discussion, entitled: “Forging Partnership: Exploring the Future Prospects of Pakistan-ASEAN Relations.” The inauguration ceremony and Round Table attracted prominent diplomats, scholars, students, media, and businessman representatives, and served as an opportunity to underscore ASEAN’s place and role in the world and to reinforce the efforts strengthening of Pakistan-ASEAN partnership. In his ...

Indonesian Ambassador to Pakistan Mr. Adam Mallavarman Togyu ​​visited Naval Headquarters IslamabadIndonesian Ambassador to Pakistan Mr. Adam Mallavarman Togyu ​​visited Naval Headquarters Islamabad. Ambassador of Indonesia meeting with Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf.The distinguished guest congratulated Chief of Navy Admiral Naveed Ashraf on assuming office and expressed his best wishes for him. During the meeting, issues of mutual interest and further promotion of bilateral maritime cooperation were discussed. The Indonesian Ambassador appreciated the role of Pakistan Navy in ensuring maritime security in the region.Editor: Raja Kamran

Shahid Ashraf Tarar hosts French Ambassador Nicolas Galey, investment opportunities and other matters of mutual interest discussed A meeting was held between Caretaker Minister Shahid Ashraf Tarar and the Ambassador of France to Pakistan H.E. Mr. Nicolas Galey to discuss emerging investment opportunities in transport, rail, and shipping sectors. The caretaker minister highlighted certain projects for investments in Pakistan and said that there are golden opportunities for the French. He added that Sukkur-Hyderabad Motorway (M-6) is an excellent investment opportunity. Similarly, Pakistan Railways is trying to build a route from Kohat to Kharlachi in order to connect with Afghanistan, and French investors are welcome to explore.French Ambassador H.E. Mr. Nicolas Galey stated that Franc...

Annual convocation week of the National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST) commenced at the University’s main campus in Islamabad The annual convocation week of the National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST) commenced at the University’s main campus in Islamabad today.Chairman NUST Board of Governors, General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) graced the occasion as Chief Guest at the inaugural “Master Convocation Ceremony” and conferred medals upon distinction holders.Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD students received degrees during the course of convocation week. Degrees are being awarded to over 3500 graduates from all NUST Schools at the main campus in the 7 core disciplines.While addressing the graduates, COAS extended his heartiest f...

Foreign Minister’s Participation in the twenty-second Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government (CHG) of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)At the invitation of Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic Akylbek Japarov, Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani will lead the Pakistani delegation to the twenty-second (22nd) Meeting of SCO Council of Heads of Government (CHG) on 26 October 2023.CHG Meeting will be attended by the Heads of Government of China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, Vice-President of Iran and Foreign Ministers of Pakistan and India. SCO Observer States viz. Belarus and Mongolia as well as Guest State Turkmenistan will also attend the meeting.CHG is the second highest forum in SCO. It focuses primarily on th...

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf visits Palestine Embassy in IslamabadSpeaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf visits Palestine Embassy in Islamabad. Speaker's meeting with Palestinian Ambassador Ahmed Jawad Rabi. The Speaker's expression of complete solidarity with the oppressed Palestinian people. Speaker's expression of deep sorrow and regret for the loss of life of innocent civilians due to Israeli bombing. Speaker's strong condemnation of Israel's barbaric aggression in Palestine.While talking Raja Pervez Ashraf said, Israel's illegal and inhumane aggression is not acceptable in any way. The hearts of the Pakistani people also beat with the Palestinian people. The people of Pakistan are deeply saddened by the loss of lives of Palestinians. In this hour of dif...

Meeting of the Political Consul of the British High Commission Miss Zoe Ware with the Caretaker Federal Minister of Information Murtaza SolangiThe meeting of the Political Consul of the British High Commission Miss Zoe Ware with the Caretaker Federal Minister of Information Murtaza Solangi. In the meeting, discussions were held on Pak-UK relations, hate speech, misinformation, elimination of disinformation, promotion of cooperation in media sectors and Safe Digital Environment Program of UNDP.Murtaza Solangi said Pakistan values ​​relations with Britain. We want to promote cooperation in media sectors with Britain. UNDP's Safe Digital Environment program will help counter misinformation and hateful narratives. The project will further improve the knowledge, capacity and skills of...

Speech of the Caretaker Prime Minister’s at Xinjiang University, UrumqiDuring his ongoing visit to China, Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has arrived in Urumqi, Xinjiang Autonomous Region. Today, the Prime Minister visited Xinjiang University where he was welcomed by President of Xinjiang University, Yao Qiang and members of the academia. He addressed a large gathering of notable scholars, researchers, academics, faculty members and students. In his address, the Prime Minister underscored that his visit to Xinjiang represented a milestone in the enduring relationship between Pakistan and China. He also reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening Pakistan-China All Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership for mutual peace, prosperity and development. Prime Ministe...

Pakistan Coast Guards foiled an attempt to smuggle goods worth crores of rupees in various operationsThe Pakistan Coast Guards conducted operations in different areas and arrested the accused after recovering crores of rupees worth of diesel and illegal goods. 19 diesel trucks were seized and 645,000 liters of Iranian diesel were recovered from different trucks and passenger coaches at Windar (Balochistan) Naka Khari check post, Othal and other places and 20 suspects were arrested. According to Pakistan Coast Guards, 280 kg hashish was recovered during an operation in Peleri area of ​​Gwadar Balochistan, while during another similar operation, 833 kg of high quality hashish and 42 kg of ice were recovered by catching a speedboat. More details He said that 80,417 kg of Chalia, 24,163 ...

Two fierce encounters took place between own troops and the terrorists in North and South Waziristan districts On night 18/19 October 2023, two fierce encounters took place between own troops and the terrorists in North and South Waziristan districts.The first engagement occurred in general area Gharyoum, North Waziristan District; where own troops effectively engaged the terrorists’ location as a result of which 6 x terrorists were sent to hell including a High Value Target, terrorist ringleader Hazrat Zaman alias Khawarey Mullah, who was actively involved in multiple terrorist activities in the area and was highly wanted by the law enforcement agencies. However, during the operation, three brave sons of soil, Lance Naik Tabbasum UI Haq (age 36 years, resident of District Rawalpindi...