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Pakistan strongly condemns Israeli attack on a hospital in Gaza

18Oct

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Pakistan strongly condemns Israeli attack on a hospital in Gaza

Pakistan strongly condemns Israeli attack on a hospital in GazaPakistan condemns in the strongest possible terms the Israeli attack on Al-Ahly Al-Mamadany Hospital in Gaza resulting in hundreds of casualties. Attacking a hospital, where civilians were seeking shelter and emergency treatment is inhumane and indefensible. The indiscriminate targeting of civilian population and facilities is a grave violation of international law and constitutes war crimes.We call on the international community to take urgent measures to bring an immediate end to the Israeli bombardment and siege of Gaza and the impunity with which Israeli authorities have operated in the last few days.Editor: Raja Kamran

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar Haq Kakar met with Russian President Vladimir Putin

17Oct

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Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar Haq Kakar met with Russian President Vladimir Putin

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar Haq Kakar met with Russian President Vladimir PutinBeijing, Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar Haq Kakar and Russian President Vladimir Putin met. Russian President said It is important to ensure security for the economic development of the region, Russia is taking measures for global food security, President Putin Russia plans to provide free grain to the poorest African countries. The Russian President wants to expand cooperation with Pakistan in various fields. Caretaker prime minister said Pakistan and Russia have the same stand for counter-terrorism. Bilateral cooperation is also important for peace and stability in Afghanistan. I have visited Russia as a senator. Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar will welcome Russian investors in the ene...

17Oct

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Foreign Minister’s Participation in the Extraordinary Session of the OIC Executive Committee in Jeddah

Foreign Minister’s Participation in the Extraordinary Session of the OIC Executive Committee in JeddahForeign Minister Jalil Abbas Jillani is in Jeddah to attend the Extraordinary Session of the OIC Executive Committee to discuss the crisis in Gaza and the humanitarian situation of the besieged civilians there. The meeting has been co-convened by Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.The Foreign Minister has been engaged in consultations with his counterparts of OIC countries. In the leadup to this Extraordinary Session, he has held telephone conversations with the Foreign Ministers of Egypt, Iran, Türkiye and the UAE. During these consultations, the Foreign Minister expressed Pakistan’s deep concerns on the current situation in Gaza resulting from Israeli bombardment and sieg...

General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) presided over the 260th Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held at GHQ, today

17Oct

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General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) presided over the 260th Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held at GHQ, today

General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) presided over the 260th Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held at GHQ, todayParticipants offered Fateha for the Shuhadas of Mastung, Hangu and Zhob incidents during the Holy month of Rabi’ al-Awwal. Forum also paid rich tribute to the supreme sacrifices being continuously offered by the Security Forces & LEAs in defence of the motherland while fighting the menace of terrorism.Participants resolved that all terrorists, their facilitators and abettors, working on the behest of hostile forces to destabilise Pakistan will be dealt with unflinching resolve of the state.Forum was briefed on prevalent geo-strategic environment, challenges to the national security and own strategy in response to evolving threat.Foru...

Caretaker Prime Minister attends an Interactive Roundtable on CPEC

17Oct

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Caretaker Prime Minister attends an Interactive Roundtable on CPEC

Caretaker Prime Minister attends an Interactive Roundtable on CPECCaretaker Prime Minister today presided over an interactive roundtable on China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) in Beijing. The roundtable was attended by a number of academics, scholars and researchers from notable Chinese think tanks and academic institutions. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister shared Pakistan’s vision of CPEC rooted in its desire for regional connectivity and sustainable development. He also outlined the critical role of CPEC in upgrading the socio-economic landscape of Pakistan over the last ten years. The Prime Minister emphasized that CPEC was an important pillar in Pakistan-China All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership, which was based on mutual understanding and respect.No...

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar visits China

17Oct

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Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar visits China

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar visits ChinaThe Prime Minister will spend a busy day in Beijing today. The Prime Minister will meet a delegation of Chinese think tanks and scholars. Later, the Prime Minister will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, Kenyan President William Ruto and Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe.The Prime Minister will also attend the dinner given in honor of the world leaders participating in the third Belt and Road Forum on the special invitation of Chinese President.Editor: Raja Kamran

17Oct

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PAK-CHINA FRIENDSHIP FESTIVAL

ALL-PAKISTAN CHINA FRIENDSHIP ASSOCIATION A cultural event was held in Islamabad to mark the 74th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China as well as the 10th anniversary of the "One Belt, One Road" initiative and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). This event was organised by the All Pakistan-China Friendship Association in partnership with the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan. Pakistani students are so well keen on Chinese culture and it is a great event to celebrate the 74th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China and the 10th anniversary of the launch of the "One Belt, One Road" initiative and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor(CPEC). China has developed in leaps and bounds due to the hard-work and dedication of the youth guided by the...

Foreign Minister to attend the urgent open-ended Ministerial Meeting of the OIC Executive Committee

17Oct

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Foreign Minister to attend the urgent open-ended Ministerial Meeting of the OIC Executive Committee

Foreign Minister to attend the urgent open-ended Ministerial Meeting of the OIC Executive CommitteeForeign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani will attend the urgent open-ended Ministerial Meeting of the OIC Executive Committee being held on 18 October 2023 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The Meeting has been convened by the Organization of Islamic Cooperation to discuss the crisis in Gaza and the humanitarian situation of the besieged civilians there.In his statement at the Ministerial Meeting, Foreign Minister Jilani will present Pakistan's serious concerns about the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and emphasize the urgent need for ceasefire, lifting of the siege and provision of relief assistance to the people of Gaza. On the sidelines, the Foreign Minister will also hold bilateral meeti...

British High Commissioner to Pakistan met with Bilawal Bhutto Zardari

16Oct

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British High Commissioner to Pakistan met with Bilawal Bhutto Zardari

British High Commissioner to Pakistan met with Bilawal Bhutto ZardariBritish High Commissioner to Pakistan Jean Marriott met with Pakistan People's Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari.On the occasion of the meeting between Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and British High Commissioner at Bilawal House, Deputy High Commissioner Sara Mooney was also present. Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and British diplomats discussed issues of mutual interest and promotion of bilateral relations.Editor: Raja Kamran

Dispatch of Humanitarian Assistance to Gaza

16Oct

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Dispatch of Humanitarian Assistance to Gaza

Dispatch of Humanitarian Assistance to GazaIn the wake of indiscriminate Israeli aggression and siege of the Gaza Strip, the already oppressed people of densely-populated Gaza are in urgent need of humanitarian assistance.In view of the human tragedy unfolding in Gaza, the Government of Pakistan has decided to immediately dispatch humanitarian relief assistance to Gaza, to alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian brothers and sisters. The Government is coordinating with the Palestinian Red Crescent Society, relevant UN agencies, the Government of Egypt and Pakistan Missions abroad to finalize modalities of delivery.Editor: Raja Kamran