PAKISTAN NEWS

Pakistan, China agree to to accelerate implementation on ML-I, SEZsPakistan and China has agreed to fast-track the implementation of ML-1and Special Economic Zones SEZs so that projects can be executed timely. The agreement was reached between Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal and Chairman, National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), Mr  Zheng Shanjie during a meeting held in Beijing on Tuesday. The Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal is on a four-day official visit to China over the 10 -year celebrations of CPEC. During his visit, he co-chaired a special Joint Cooperation Committee meetings (JCC) meeting with the Vice Chairman, National Development & Reform Commission (NDRC). Besides, several meetings were held with key Chinese o...

AMBASSADOR OF KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA CALLS ON AIR CHIEFThe Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, H.E. Mr. Nawaf Saeed Al-Malakiy, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force in his office today. The meeting was focused on areas of mutual interest and regional developments.During the meeting, Chief of the Air Staff shared his pragmatic policy decisions aimed at modernizing PAF through smart acquisition of niche technologies, upgradation of infrastructure and revitalization of operational & training domains. The Air Chief highlighted that Saudi Arabia being the center of the Muslim world and a significant  strategic partner has longstanding religious, cultural and historical bond with Pakistan which is exemplified throu...

Ms. Pang Chunxue, the Chargée d'affaires of the People’s Republic of China called on Prime Minister Shehbaz SharifPrime Minister Shehbaz felicitated Communist Party of China on its 102nd anniversary and thanked the CPC leadership for its firm support to Pakistan’s sovereignty, integrity and economic development. He said that as Iron Brothers and old friends, Pakistan and China have always stood together in difficult times and have extended unflinching support to each other on issues of mutual concern.Recalling his substantive interactions with Chinese President and more recently with Premier Li Qiang, the Prime Minister appreciated strong personal commitment of the Chinese leadership for strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries. Noting the upward trajectory in Pakis...

12th Special meeting of Joint Cooperation Committee held in BeijingThe meeting of 12th (Special) Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) was held in Beijing on Tuesday. Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Prof Ahsan Iqbal & Vice Chairman, National Development & Reform Commission (NDRC), China Mr, Cong Liang co-chaired the meeting. Senior officials and representatives of various Ministries and departments dealing with CPEC matters from both the sides were also present at the occasion.In his remarks, the Minister noted that CPEC is a remarkable endeavour that symbolizes the deep-rooted ties between China and Pakistan. He recalled that this monumental project, initiated under the visionary leadership of Presi...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's telephone conversation with Bill Gates, co-chairman of the Bill & Melinda Gates FoundationPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's telephone conversation with Bill Gates, co-chairman of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Prime Minister and Bill Gate discussed public health and sector programs. The Prime Minister appreciated the services of Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in PakistanEliminating polio, protecting children from fatal diseases, and controlling the problems of malnutrition are the first priority of the government, said the Prime Minister. The present government is paying special attention to the inclusion of all in resources, Prime Minister. Bill and Melinda Gates want to make the ongoing cooperation with the Federation even better ...

PTI Chairman Imran Khan Statement on the economy of PakistanPTI Chairman Imran Khan Statement on the economy of Pakistan. He said "When Gen Bajwa conspired with Shehbaz Sharif and his coterie of looters & money launderers, PTI in its last year had increased remittances and exports by $8.7 Billion.The imported govt’s policies have caused a loss of $8.5 billion to the economy in last 12 months with a sharp fall in exports and remittances.This, coupled with the worst inflation in our history has crushed the poor and the middle class, especially the salaried class.Meanwhile, the GDP Growth has also declined from 6.1% to 0.3%, with a steep decrease in industrial growth, causing large-scale unemployment."Editor: Raja Kamran

Message of Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Prime Minister of Pakistan On World Population DayWorld Population Day, being observed across the world today, draws our attention to the vast disparity between the requirements of increasing population and availability of resources as well as the need for affirmative policy actions to empower our communities and the people.Population remains at the heart of effective national planning. For developing countries in particular, managing population growth is key to socio-economic development. No country, howsoever resourceful, can deal with population explosion. Thus drawing a balance between population and resources is fundamental to the fulfilment of the needs of teeming millions.This year's theme "Unleashing the power of gender equality" is ...

FAO DELEGATION CALLS ON SECRETARY BISPA high level Mission from Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), led by Mr. Benjamin Davis, Director of the Inclusive Rural Transformation and Gender Equality Division at FAO HQ Rome, called on Secretary Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), Mr. Amer Ali Ahmed, to discuss various initiatives of the programme. During the meeting, Secretary BISP provided an overview of the BISP and initiatives undertaken by it. The FAO delegation also included Mr. Mark Johnson, Social Protection Expert at FAO HQ Rome, Mr. Bhalla Economist, also from FAO HQ Rome, Ms. Garima, Economist at FAO HQ Rome, and Mr. Aamer. The meeting is part of their 5-day visit to Pakistan aimed at identifying technical support from FAO on poverty graduation. ...

Appreciates unremarkable contributions of China in the field of industrializationFederal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Prof Ahsan Iqbal on Monday shed light on the importance of growing the digital economy, termed digital economy is vital to ensure sustainable development of the country. The Minister made these remarks while speaking at the panel discussion titled: “Industrialization & Digital Era Connectivity,” organized by the China International Development Cooperation Agency in Beijing on Monday. It is noted that the Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal is on a four-day official visit to China to attend a special commemorative 12th Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) to be held on July 11(tomorrow) to mark the 10- year celebrations of China Pakistan Eco...