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National Institutes of Health (NIH) Islamabad issued advisory regarding Prevention & Control of Conjunctivitis (Pink eye)

5Oct

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National Institutes of Health (NIH) Islamabad issued advisory regarding Prevention & Control of Conjunctivitis (Pink eye)

National Institutes of Health (NIH) Islamabad issued advisory regarding Prevention & Control of Conjunctivitis (Pink eye)Viral Conjunctivitis cases surge has been witnessed in some parts of the country since past few weeks. The purpose of this advisory is to provide health information for mitigating the risk factors associated with transmission of disease. It is imperative to undertake immediate and long-term preventive measures, National Institute of Health issued advisory to alert and sensitize the health professionals to be vigilant and timely detect and treat the cases of viral Conjunctivitis and prevent its further transmission in the community.According to the advisory, Viral conjunctivitis, also called "pink eye" is a highly contagious acute conjunctival infection usua...

Masood Khan visits US Foreign Service Institute, interacts with designated US diplomats for Pakistan

5Oct

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Masood Khan visits US Foreign Service Institute, interacts with designated US diplomats for Pakistan

Masood Khan visits US Foreign Service Institute, interacts with designated US diplomats for Pakistan“The foremost priority in Pak-US ties is to sustain the relationship and to take it to a higher level,” said Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States. “Regional stability and socio-economic development through a strong economic partnership remains the core priority of the two countries,” he said. Ambassador Masood Khan made these remarks while addressing US Foreign Service Officers who are undergoing 32-weeks long Urdu language and Culture Training at Foreign Service Institute (FSI) of the United States at Washington DC. Addressing a batch of over 16 Foreign Service Officers who have been selected for their postings to the US Embassy in Islamabad and various US Consulates in Pakis...

4Oct

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6th Apex Committee Meeting of SIFC

6th Apex Committee Meeting of SIFCSpecial Investment Facilitation Council (SFIC) convened 6th meeting of its Apex Committee today to review various initiatives being spearheaded through the SIFC forum. The meeting was chaired by the Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar and was attended by Chief of Army Staff, members of the Federal Cabinet, Provincial Chief Ministers and high level government officials. The ministries apprised the forum about the practical steps undertaken during the last one month to improve business and investment environment in the Country. The Committee also reviewed major macro-economic issues affecting the investment climate including inordinate delays in restructuring/ privatisation of cash bleeding State Owned Enterprises (SOEs). The Committee also reso...

HelpAge International Pakistan, in collaboration with the Ministries of Human Rights

4Oct

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HelpAge International Pakistan, in collaboration with the Ministries of Human Rights

(MHR) and Climate Change, organized a significant national-level event at the Islamabad Marriott Hotel Islamabad, focusing on the theme "Climate Change and its Impact on Older People." The International Day of Older People observed annually on October 1st, serves as a platform to highlight the challenges faced by older individuals globally while celebrating their invaluable contributions to society. This year's event aimed to draw attention of climate change and the well-being of older people. Climate change, a critical issue of our times, bears widespread consequences for societies, ecosystems, and the global economy. Older people, owing to various factors including physical limitations and limited access to resources, are particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. As the...

Caretaker Minister for Energy spells out govt strategy to meet energy needs

4Oct

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Caretaker Minister for Energy spells out govt strategy to meet energy needs

Caretaker Minister for Energy spells out govt strategy to meet energy needsCaretaker Minister for Energy Muhammad Ali has spelled out the government strategy to meet the future oil and gas needs in an efficient manner by stepping up hydrocarbon exploration activities in potential areas across the country. “We are coming up with a policy for tight gas, policy for shale gas, we have already announced bids for onshore exploration and in December for offshore exploration,” he said in an interview with the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on sidelines of the ADIPEC Conference at Abu Dhabi. He said Pakistan has a strong presence at ADIPEC this year, with around 10 companies from the exploration, oil marketing, and related sectors. “Indeed, it’s a promising start, and on the very first day, we ha...

Remarks by Permanent Representative of Pakistan, Ambassador Munir Akram during the General Debate of Item 25, Advancement of Women

4Oct

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Remarks by Permanent Representative of Pakistan, Ambassador Munir Akram during the General Debate of Item 25, Advancement of Women

Remarks by Permanent Representative of Pakistan, Ambassador Munir Akram during the General Debate of Item 25, Advancement of WomenMr. Chair,Women constitute approximately half of the world's population, and advancement of their rights and their empowerment in all spheres is essential for achieving Sustainable Development Goals and socio-economic progress.2.We are grateful to the Secretary-General for his report on improvement in the situation of girls and women in rural areas.Mr. Chair,3.Without achieving the rights of women and girls, we will not achieve the SDGs. Pakistan reaffirms its support to the full, effective and accelerated implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, and the outcome of the twenty-third Special Session of the General...

The treatment of Afghan refugees in Pakistan is unacceptable

4Oct

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The treatment of Afghan refugees in Pakistan is unacceptable

The treatment of Afghan refugees in Pakistan is unacceptableThe treatment of Afghan refugees in Pakistan is unacceptable. The Pakistani side should reconsider its plan in this regard. Afghan refugees have no hand in Pakistan's security problems. As long as the Afghan refugees leave Pakistan willingly and peacefully, they should tolerate the country. Dealing with Afghan immigrants in Pakistan is not acceptable. Pakistan should reconsider its plan in this regard. Afghan immigrants are not involved in the country's security problems. As long as the Afghan immigrants come out of Pakistan on their own accord and slowly, the Pakistani government should be patient until then. Zabih ullah Mujahid Spokes man of Islamic Emirates of Afghanistan.Editor: Raja Kamran

CHAIRMAN JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF COMMITTEE VISITS NATIONAL AEROSPACE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PARK

4Oct

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CHAIRMAN JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF COMMITTEE VISITS NATIONAL AEROSPACE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PARK

CHAIRMAN JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF COMMITTEE VISITS NATIONAL AEROSPACE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PARKChairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, paid a momentous visit to the National Aerospace Science and Technology Park (NASTP), a strategic project led by Pakistan Air Force. The visit aimed to highlight the significance of this cutting-edge initiative and its potential to revolutionize the national landscape in the fields of aerospace, cyber and computing. On his arrival at the National Aerospace Science and Technology Park, the distinguished guest was warmly received by Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force. Principal Staff Officers along with high level civil and military officials were also present at the occa...

ISSI launches Special Report on “Human Security Through Development”

3Oct

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ISSI launches Special Report on “Human Security Through Development”

ISSI launches Special Report on “Human Security Through Development”The Centre for Strategic Perspectives (CSP) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) launched a Special Report on "Human Security through Development” today.The Chief Guest on the occasion was Chairman, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Lieutenant General Inam Haider Malik. Other discussants included: Ambassador Shafqat Kakakhel, Chairperson BoG, SDPI; Ms. Aisha Khan, Executive Director, Civil Society Coalition for Climate Change; Dr. Aliya Khan, Former Dean Faculty of Social Sciences, QAU, and Mr. Faheem Sardar, Senior Policy Specialist, NSD.In his address, Chairman NDMA Lieutenant General Malik emphasized the evolving geopolitical landscape worldwide, where human security challeng...

Apex Committee meeting of the National Action Plan was held today

3Oct

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Apex Committee meeting of the National Action Plan was held today

Apex Committee meeting of the National Action Plan was held todayA meeting of the Apex Committee of the National Action Plan was held today under the chairmanship of the Caretaker Prime Minister of Pakistan. In this meeting, the Chief of Army Staff, the relevant federal ministers, the provincial chief ministers and the heads of all the civil and military agencies under the same roof. There were below. The participants made a comprehensive assessment of the country's internal security situation so that possible challenges can be dealt with in a sustainable manner. Despite all the difficulties, the participants resolved to ensure the implementation of the Constitution and the law as per the expectations of the people.Today's key decisions include the withdrawal of illegal aliens re...