PAKISTAN NEWS

Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal launches “National Multisectoral Nutrition to Reduce Stunting & Other Forms of Malnutrition”The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives on Wednesday formally launched “National Multisectoral Nutrition to Reduce Stunting & Other Forms of Malnutrition” worth Rs. 8.5 billion under Pakistan Nutrition Initiatives (PANI). The formal launched was held at the Planning Ministry where Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal launched it. This multisectoral program is for 36 high burdened stunted, calamity hit and backward districts of the country which includes 12 from Baluchistan, 10 from Sindh, 5 from GB, AJ&K and Punjab 2 each.The objective of the program is to reduce stunting a...

NDMA meeting with all concerned agencies was held today to review the monsoon situationA meeting of NDMA with all concerned agencies was held today to review the monsoon situation. Acting Chairman NDMA chaired the meeting. Acting Chairman NDMA reviewed the flow of rivers including major dams during the recent monsoon. The Meteorological Department said that heavy rains have occurred in Punjab and Sindh, while more heavy rains are expected in the northern areas of Punjab, Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from July 26 to August 1. The Provincial Disaster Management Authorities informed about the relief and rehabilitation measures after the recent rains. The Federal Flood Division said that Tarbela Dam is 81% full while Mangala Dam is 77% full. Provincial bodies should take steps to ...

NAVAL CHIEF CHAIRS COMMAND & STAFF CONFERENCE AT NAVAL HEADQUARTERS ISLAMABADCommand & Staff Conference of Pakistan Navy concluded at Naval Headquarters, Islamabad. The Conference was chaired by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi.During the conference, participants assessed evolving maritime situation in the region and discussed a range of topics related to national security, geostrategic affairs, combat readiness and discussed various service polices. Readiness for disaster relief operations amid potential flood alerts during ongoing monsoon season in the country was also reviewed.The Naval Chief emphasized on maintaining perpetual combat readiness to effectively thwart any aggression against Pakistan. He also directed all naval commands to be...

Home Minister Balochistan Mir Ziaullah Lango made a route visit to review the security arrangementsHome Minister Balochistan Mir Ziaullah Lango made a route visit to review the arrangements for the 7 Muharram Haram procession Interior Minister's conversation with the public and questions on security. Public expressed satisfaction over security arrangements. Briefing by SSP Quetta to Home Minister The arrangements on behalf of the Balochistan government are complete and full-proof. 4000 additional police force has been deployed. 12 platoons of FC have also been additionally deployed. 2 platoons of the army have also been kept on standby. For the past two months, terrorists have been imported from neighboring countries and have been taking lives of innocent people. Looking at the pa...

Two –day International moot concludes with aim to further expand, accelerate CPECThe two-day International conference, organized by the Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of China, concluded on Tuesday amid to continue to implement the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) for the country’s prosperity. The conference Decade of CPEC and Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), theme "From Vision to Reality, was organized by the Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives in collaboration with Republic of China amid to bring together policymakers, scholars, practitioners, and other stakeholders to exchange ideas and insights related to economic, social, environmental and geopolitical impacts of CPEC and BR...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Statement on desecration of the Holy QuranPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Statement on desecration of the Holy Quran. He said "The latest incident of desecration of the Holy Quran in front of an Iraqi Embassy in Denmark has left Muslims all over the world deeply anguished. We, in Pakistan, are in deep pain and distress. The recurring pattern of these abominable and Satanic incidents has a sinister design: to hurt the inter-faith relations, damage peace and harmony and promote religious hatred and Islamophobia. I call upon the governments and faith leaders in particular to put an end to such abhorrent practices. Let us not allow a handful of misguided and evil people to hurt the emotions of billions of people. Let them not dictate their nefarious agenda." ...

U.S. Secretary of State Calls the Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto ZardariForeign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari received a telephone call from the U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken. Both sides expressed satisfaction at the current positive momentum in Pak-U.S. ties. The Foreign Minister underscored that Pakistan valued its longstanding and broad-based relationship with the U.S. and wished to further deepen the partnership. He noted that during the past one year, apart from holding six Dialogues, exchange of high-level visits had diversified and solidified the relationship. The Foreign Minister underlined the priority attached to economic and trade relations and Pakistan's particular interest in advancing cooperation on climate change and green energy. Thanking the U.S. for i...

General Michael Erik Kurilla, Commander United States (US) CENTCOM, called on General Syed Asim Munir, COASGeneral Michael Erik Kurilla, Commander United States (US) CENTCOM, called on General Syed Asim Munir, COAS. During the meeting matters of mutual interest, regional security situation and defence cooperation were discussed.Both reiterated the desire to further enhance bilateral relations in all fields. The visiting dignitary acknowledged and appreciated Pakistan Army’s successes in fight against terrorism and Pakistan’s continued efforts for bringing peace and stability in the region.Editor: Raja Kamran

Inauguration of Khanewal Model Agriculture FarmPakistan’s first completely automated and smart Agri Farm ‘Khanewal Model Agriculture Farm; a flagship of Green Pakistan Initiative is being inaugurated today by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. General Syed Asim Munir, COAS would be present as Guest of Honour.Ministers of Finance, Defence, Planning Development & Special Initiatives, National Food Security & Research, Information & Broadcasting, Chief Secretaries of the Provincial Governments, agricultural experts, notable farmers and Senior Army Officials would attend the inauguration ceremony.The foreign dignitaries from various countries will also be participating in the Ceremony. Green Pakistan initiative is a unique opportunity for all stakeholders to coll...

Opening Remarks by Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari at the Joint Press Stakeout with Foreign Minister of UkaraineIt is my honour to welcome Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine H.E. Dmytro Kuleba, on his first visit to Pakistan.We have just concluded comprehensive discussions covering the entire range of bilateral relations and regional and multilateral issues of importance.Pakistan enjoys longstanding friendly ties with Ukraine. Pakistan-Ukraine relationship has a long history and has covered trade and investment, agricultural and defence cooperation, cultural exchanges and deep people-to-people contacts. We wish to further expand cooperation to all areas of mutual benefit. Building trade and economic ties is a priority area for Pakistan. We aspire to build a mutual...