PAKISTAN NEWS

2023 UN Peacekeeping Ministerial Preparatory Meeting on “Safety and Security of Peacekeepers”Under-Secretary-General Atul Khare, Excellencies, Distinguished Delegates, Ladies and Gentlemen,I am truly honoured and delighted to welcome you here in Islamabad, as we gather for Day Two of the third UN peacekeeping preparatory meeting in the run up to the December Ministerial Conference. My sincere gratitude goes to our co-host, Japan, for their invaluable contributions and inputs. I also wish to express my deep appreciation to the United Nations Secretariat, especially the Department of Peace Operations (DPO), the Department of Operational Support (DOS), the Office of the UN Police Advisor, as well as all the delegates from the Member States present here today. Your active engageme...

Newly Appointed Iranian Ambassador H. E. Reza Amiri-Moghaddam Calls on Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives Mr. Sami SaeedThe newly appointed Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, His Excellency Mr.Reza Amiri-Moghaddam, paid a courtesy visit to the Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Mr. Sami Saeed. Chief Economist Dr. Nadeem Javaid, Senior Joint Secretary Mr. Muazzam Ali and Chief Foreign Aid Mr. Zaroor Khan also attended the meeting.Both sides discussed various avenues of collaboration between the two nations including bilateral trade, CPEC, cooperation in energy and economic sectors.During the meeting, Minister Saeed warmly welcomed Ambassador Amiri-Moghaddam to Pakistan and extended his felicitation on assuming his responsibilit...

PRIME MINISTER ATTENDS THE DEBRIEF OF PAKISTAN NAVY WAR GAME SHAMSHEER-E-BAHR- IX*PMO Press Wing No 259/2023**Prime Minister's Office* (Press Wing)Karachi: 30th August, 2023.The debrief session of Pakistan Navy’s war game SHAMSHEER-E-BAHR IX was held at Karachi. Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Upon arrival, the Chief Guest was received by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi.Speaking at the occasion, the Prime Minister emphasized the significance of war games in validating naval war plans in sync with military and national security policy while also exploring operational concepts and refining deployment strategies. He lauded the well deliberated plans of the Force Commanders and the insightful analy...

General Syed Asim Munir COAS, visited Tilla Field Firing Ranges near JhelumGeneral Syed Asim Munir COAS, visited Tilla Field Firing Ranges near Jhelum today. COAS witnessed Field Fire and Battle Drills. On arrival, COAS was briefed on training objectives set for the exercise with a view to validate operational readiness of the formation in challenging environment.COAS appreciated the synergy displayed by Airforce, Army Aviation and ground troops in execution of various operational drills. COAS praised the troops for their combat proficiency and offensive spirit. He also appreciated high morale and battle worthiness of the troops. Earlier on arrival, COAS was received by Lieutenant General Syed Aamer Raza, Commander 4 Corps.Editor: Raja Kamran

U.S. Ambassador Donald Blome at the Asia Foundation’s “Reflective Session on Gender Based Violence Reduction”Ambassador Blome: Dr. Zia ul Haq, Director General of the Islamic Research Institute Thank you; Mr. Rana Abdul Majeed, Prosecutor General of Punjab; Mr. Haris Qayum, Representative of the Asia Foundation; Dr. Samza Fatima; colleagues and friends. Aa- salaam – alai- kum. Good morning.It is a great honor to join you to reflect on lessons learned and progress made in the effort to combat gender-based violence. In Pakistan, and around the world, alarming rates of gender-based violence demand our collective action and attention. Women and girls continue to face discrimination, harassment, and violence solely based on their gender. This is a violation of their basic human right...

Pakistan's economic uplift linked with IT development: Arif AlviPresident Dr Arif Alvi on Wednesday stressed the need to equip youth with skills of latest technology saying that the Pakistan's economic uplift was linked with the development of Information Technology in the country. He said Pakistan had become the second largest free lance market in the world, however the people were facing issues related to financial transactions. He underlined that by easing the financial movement and financial transactions in Pakistan, the country's economy could further boost and its GDP growth rate could increase by 2-3%. Addressing the closing ceremony of Huawei ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) competition 2022-23 here, the president said IT had now become unavoidable part of alm...

Federal Caretaker Minister for Commerce, Industries, and Production Dr. Gohar Ejaz called on Chairman Senate of Pakistan, Muhammad Sadiq SanraniThe Federal Caretaker Minister for Commerce, Industries, and Production Dr. Gohar Ejaz called on Chairman Senate of Pakistan, Muhammad Sadiq Sanrani today at Parliament House.During this important meeting, Chairman Senate expressed his optimism about the government's commitment to revitalizing the economy and providing essential relief to the general public. He acknowledged the challenging circumstances faced by the nation and looked forward to concerted efforts aimed at economic resurgence.Furthermore, Chairman Senate urged the Federal Caretaker Minister to focus on the development of underdeveloped regions such as Balochistan, u...

Acting Deputy Secretary Nuland's Call with Pakistani Foreign Minister JilaniVictoria Nuland spoke today with Pakistani Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani. Acting Deputy Secretary Nuland congratulated Foreign Minister Jilani on his appointment. They discussed broadening and deepening the U.S.- Pakistan partnership on issues of mutual concern, including Pakistan's economic stability, prosperity, and continued engagement with the IMF. Acting Deputy Secretary Nuland and Foreign Minister Jilani discussed the importance of timely, free and fair elections in a manner consistent with Pakistan's laws and constitution.Sub-Editor: Ghufran M

A nationwide shutdown strike will be held on September 2 against the hike in electricity pricesA nationwide shutdown strike will be held on September 2 against the hike in electricity prices. On September 1, there will be a grand protest rally in Liaquat Bagh Rawalpindi against inflation, unemployment and the rights of the youth. Amir Jamaat-e-Islami Siraj-ul-Haq warned the government in a press conference that the country is facing a major crisis, electricity. Anarchy will spread if people are not given relief on bills. He announced that he will give the future action plan to the youth across the country in Liaquat Bagh.Editor: Raja Kamran

PTI chairman's sentence suspension and bail appeals acceptedRelief from Islamabad High Court for Chairman PTI. PTI chairman's sentence suspension and bail appeals accepted. The Islamabad High Court suspended the decision of the Toshakhana trial court.The Division Bench of Islamabad High Court pronounced the reserved judgment. Islamabad High Court Chief Justice Amir Farooq and Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri delivered a safe verdict.The High Court had reserved its decision after the arguments of the parties were completed yesterday.after that Imran Khan has been arrested in cipher case, he will be presented in the court tomorrow.Editor: Raja Kamran