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U.S. Ambassador Donald Blome at the Asia Foundation’s “Reflective Session on Gender Based Violence Reduction”

30Aug

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U.S. Ambassador Donald Blome at the Asia Foundation’s “Reflective Session on Gender Based Violence Reduction”

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 Alvi

30Aug

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Pakistan’s economic uplift linked with IT development: Arif Alvi

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 Sanrani

30Aug

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Federal Caretaker Minister for Commerce, Industries, and Production Dr. Gohar Ejaz called on Chairman Senate of Pakistan, Muhammad Sadiq Sanrani

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 Jilani

30Aug

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Acting Deputy Secretary Nuland’s Call with Pakistani Foreign Minister Jilani

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 prices

29Aug

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A nationwide shutdown strike will be held on September 2 against the hike in electricity prices

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 accepted

29Aug

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PTI chairman’s sentence suspension and bail appeals accepted

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

CPEC is a plan for economic development of Pakistan

28Aug

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CPEC is a plan for economic development of Pakistan

Caretaker Federal Minister of Culture and National Heritage Jamal Shah has said that CPEC is a plan for economic development of Pakistan, enemies want to sabotage this plan but their evil intentions will never be allowed to succeed. He expressed these views on the occasion of his visit to China Window, a Chinese cultural center established in Peshawar. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's internationally renowned actors Javed Babar, Ishrat Abbas, Ahmed Sajjad, Khalid Khattak, Zulfiqar Qureshi, Sohail Asad, Wasima Younis, Miss Saeeda, Hameedullah Khan and personalities from different walks of life were also present on this occasion. Jamal Shah visited various galleries of China Window , signed the friendship wall and recorded his comments in the guest book. Speaking to the media on this occasion, he said t...

Pakistan to host a Preparatory Meeting of the UN Peacekeeping Ministerial

28Aug

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Pakistan to host a Preparatory Meeting of the UN Peacekeeping Ministerial

Pakistan to host a Preparatory Meeting of the UN Peacekeeping MinisterialPakistan will host a Preparatory Meeting of the forthcoming United Nations (UN) Peacekeeping Ministerial in Islamabad, on 30-31 August 2023, under the theme of “Safety and Security of UN Peacekeepers.” Japan is co-host of the meeting being held at the Centre for International Peace and Stability (CIPS), Pakistan’s premier training institute offering courses, workshops and seminars to UN peacekeepers from all over the world.The Foreign Minister and the Defence Minister of Pakistan will deliver keynote addresses at the Preparatory Meeting. Member States represented in the UN Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations – comprising 156 countries – will participate along with local and international experts. Al...

28Aug

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Deputy Chief of Mission Andrew Schofer to the Police Awam Sath Sath Close-Out Event

Deputy Chief of Mission Andrew Schofer to the Police Awam Sath Sath Close-Out EventToday, we gather to celebrate the successful conclusion of the Police-Community Together Program – an extraordinary partnership among the Pakistani Police, the United States Institute of Peace, and the U.S. Embassy that has made significant progress toward a more inclusive Pakistani police force that elevates female police officers across Pakistan. Throughout our 76-year bilateral relationship, the United States has worked with Pakistan to advance freedom and equality for Pakistanis, regardless of race, religion, or gender. Historically, Pakistan's police force has faced challenges with female representation, with less than two percent women police officers across the force. Together, we are changing ...

Pakistani High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr. Muhammad Faisal, met Chairman Senate Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani

28Aug

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Pakistani High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr. Muhammad Faisal, met Chairman Senate Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani

Pakistani High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr. Muhammad Faisal, met Chairman Senate Muhammad Sadiq SanjraniPakistani High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr. Muhammad Faisal, met Chairman Senate Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani at the Parliament House. Chairman Senate congratulated Dr. Faisal on assuming the new responsibilities. He expressed good wishes for Dr. Faisal. It is hoped that as the Pakistani High Commissioner, the bilateral relations between Pakistan and the UK will improve further.Chairman Senate instructed Dr. Faisal to further promote cooperation with Britain in the fields of environment, trade, IT, education. British businessmen should take steps to invest in Pakistan. The confidence of the investors will prove helpful in the stability of the economy.Busine...