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High-level meeting on security situation in Balochistan chaired by Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar
26Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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High-level meeting on security situation in Balochistan chaired by Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar

High-level meeting on security situation in Balochistan chaired by Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq KakarHigh-level meeting on security situation in Balochistan chaired by Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar. Protecting the country and the nation and maintaining a safe environment for the people in the country is our first priority.The Prime Minister appreciated the role of the provincial government and law enforcement agencies in this regard. Legal framework needs to be further improved to strengthen state response in security matters. More opportunities for economic and economic development will be provided to the people at the federal and provincial levels. It is imperative to create innovative and creative strategies for effective utilization of resources.A r...
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Batch of 129 ANF officials Passed out today from ANF
25Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Batch of 129 ANF officials Passed out today from ANF

Another batch of 129 ANF officials passed out today from ANF Academy to join the active service of premier drug law enforcement agency of Pakistan. The Passing out Parade ceremony was held at Police Lines Islamabad. This batch of 129 officials included 16 females in various ranks. They completed rigorous training in almost all facets of drug law enforcement, including extensive physical training, spanning over twenty-eight weeks. Maintaining a high standard of merit during competitive selection process, the trainees were selected out of 87600 applicants, earlier. The passing out ceremony was graced by Director General Anti Narcotics Force Major General Muhammad Aneeq Ur Rehman Malik, HI(M) as Chief Guest. The event was attended by ANF Officers, Foreign Dignitaries, Senior Officers and rep...
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New U.S. Consul General Ms Kristin K. Hawkins Arrives in Lahore
25Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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New U.S. Consul General Ms Kristin K. Hawkins Arrives in Lahore

New U.S. Consul General Ms Kristin K. Hawkins Arrives in LahoreKristin K. Hawkins assumes her position as the new United States Consul General in Lahore today. Ms. Hawkins succeeds Mr. William K. Makaneole in the role.I look forward to meeting and working with the people in Punjab Province to strengthen the longstanding partnership between the United States and Pakistan,” Ms. Hawkins said.  “There are many opportunities for us to jointly advance our two countries’ shared interests, including by strengthening economic ties, addressing shared climate and environmental challenges through the U.S.-Pakistan ‘Green Alliance’ framework, and expanding our people-to-people connections.Ms. Hawkins, the 34th U.S. Consul General in Lahore, is a career member of the U.S. Foreign Service a...
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ISSI hosts delegation from Sichuan University, China
25Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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ISSI hosts delegation from Sichuan University, China

ISSI hosts delegation from Sichuan University, ChinaThe China-Pakistan Study Centre (CPSC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted a 4-member delegation from the Institute of South Asian Studies (ISAS), Sichuan University, China. The delegation was led by Associate Professor Dr. Zeng Xiangyu, and included Dr. Gao Liang, Ms. He Xiangyi, and Ms. Li Jialun.The exchange of views covered a wide range of subjects including the rapidly transforming global politics, Pakistan-China relations, the ‘Decade of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)’, water issues in South Asia, evolving situation in Afghanistan, and Pakistan’s role in the Indian Ocean Region and its maritime strategy.DG ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, in his remarks, extended a warm welcome to the ...
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A group of 38 students from Harvard University, USA hailing from 9 different countries met General Syed Asim Munir
25Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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A group of 38 students from Harvard University, USA hailing from 9 different countries met General Syed Asim Munir

A group of 38 students from Harvard University, USA hailing from 9 different countries met General Syed Asim MunirA group of 38 students from Harvard University, USA hailing from 9 different countries met General Syed Asim Munir, COAS at GHQ today as part of their visit to Pakistan. During interactive session, COAS talked about regional security issues and Pakistan Army’s contributions to promote peace and stability in the region.COAS highlighted about the rich potential of Pakistan and urged the participants to perceive Pakistan based on their experiences during their stay in Pakistan. COAS underscored that Pakistan is acting as bulwark against terrorism and international community must realize the immense sacrifices given by Pakistan. COAS also highlighted the human suffering a...
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Call on the Caretaker Prime Minister by the U.S. Ambassador
25Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Call on the Caretaker Prime Minister by the U.S. Ambassador

Call on the Caretaker Prime Minister by the U.S. AmbassadorThe U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan Mr. Donald Blome called on the Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar in Islamabad today. Ambassador Blome congratulated the Prime Minister on assuming office and reaffirmed the United States’ desire for supporting Pakistan’s economic and development agenda.The Prime Minister said that Pakistan and the US enjoyed longstanding and broad-based relations, rooted in mutual respect, common interests and shared values. He expressed satisfaction on the current positive trajectory of bilateral ties and reaffirmed the Government’s desire to further strengthening bilateral cooperation in the key areas including trade and investment, energy, security, and climate change.The Prime Minister em...
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ISSI delegation visits Afghanistan
24Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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ISSI delegation visits Afghanistan

ISSI delegation visits AfghanistanAt the invitation of the Centre for Strategic Studies (CSS), Kabul, a delegation of the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) visited Afghanistan from 21-23 August 2023. The delegation was led by Director General ISSI, Ambassador Sohail Mahmood and included the Director of the Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East and Africa (CAMEA), Ms. Amina Khan.During the visit, the ISSI delegation held several interactions, which included a call on the Acting Foreign Minister of the Interim Afghan Government (IAG), H.E. Mr. Amir Khan Muttaqi; and Bilateral Dialogue with the Centre for Strategic Studies, headed by Mr. Waliullah Shaheen, Director General CSS. Amb. Sohail Mahmood also delivered a lecture on Pakistan-Afghanistan relations at the Institut...
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Prime Minister’s Visit to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
24Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister’s Visit to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Prime Minister’s Visit to the Ministry of Foreign AffairsPrime Minister Anwaar ul Haq Kakar visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today. Upon arrival at the Ministry, the Prime Minister was received by Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani and senior officers.The Foreign Secretary Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi briefed the Prime Minister about Pakistan’s foreign policy. The briefing covered Pakistan’s external relations, the working of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, recent efforts to strengthen its diplomatic ties with other countries, and priorities for the future, especially in view of the regional and global developments.The Prime Minister was apprised of the steps being taken by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in coordination with the concerned Ministries and Departments, t...
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Ambassador Donald Blome met today with Chief Election Commissioner
24Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Ambassador Donald Blome met today with Chief Election Commissioner

Ambassador Donald Blome met today with Chief Election Commissioner Sikander Sultan Raja to reaffirm the United States' support for free and fair elections conducted in accordance with Pakistan's laws and constitution. The Ambassador reiterated that choosing Pakistan's future leaders is for the Pakistani people to decide, and that the United States remains committed to working to broaden and deepen the U.S. - Pakistan relationship with whomever the Pakistani people choose.Sub-Editor: Ghufran M
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First meeting defence cooperation between the three allies, the brotherly nations of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey
24Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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First meeting defence cooperation between the three allies, the brotherly nations of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey

First meeting defence cooperation between the three allies, the brotherly nations of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and TurkeyTo deepen defence cooperation between the three allies, the brotherly nations of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey met for the first time.Pakistan was represented by Lieutenant General Muhammad Saeed, Chief of General Staff of the Pakistan Army.Editor: Raja Kamran
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