PAKISTAN NEWS

Islamabad Conclave 2023: Pakistan in a Changing WorldThe Islamabad Conclave 2023, organized by the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), commenced today with insightful addresses from distinguished speakers, setting the stage for comprehensive discussions on the evolving global landscape.Chief Guest President of Islamic Republic of Pakistan Dr. Arif Alvi shared insights on Pakistan's dynamic approach in the face of global challenges. President Alvi stressed the importance of the strategic shift to geo-economics, aligning policies with regional and systemic developments. He called for a conscious rediscovery of Pakistan's vision amid superpower rivalries and interference from neighbouring states.President Alvi also expressed concerns over the prevailing global scena...

Assistant Secretary Julieta Valls Noyes Reaffirms U.S. Commitment to the Protection and Efficient Resettlement of Eligible Afghan Refugees to the United States U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Julieta Valls Noyes visited Pakistan December 4-6 to reaffirm the United States' steadfast commitment to the protection and safe, efficient resettlement and relocation of eligible Afghan refugees to the United States. In meetings with senior Pakistani government officials, Assistant Secretary Noyes discussed how both countries can work together to accelerate the processing of Afghan nationals eligible for relocation or resettlement in the United States, expressed the U.S. desire to continue working with the Government of Pakistan as we process individuals in U.S. resettlement pathways, and encoura...

Chairman Senate Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani Leads Delegation of Senators to IraqA high-profile delegation of Senators, headed by Chairman Senate Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani, arrived in Baghdad, Iraq. Visit is aimed at enhancing bilateral relations between Pakistan and Iraq. The distinguished delegation was warmly received by Mohammed Hussein Mohammed Bahr-aluloom, the Undersecretary of the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs, along with senior officials of the Iraqi Parliament.During his stay in Iraq, Chairman Senate Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani is scheduled to engage in meetings with senior Iraqi leadership and parliamentary heads including acting Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament. These discussions are expected to focus on strengthening diplomatic ties, fostering collaboration on key regional i...

Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja met with the caretaker Chief Minister of Khyber PakhtunkhwaChief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja met with the caretaker Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Justice (R) Arshad Hussain Shah regarding the preparations for the general elections.Caretaker Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa gave a briefing to the Chief Election Commissioner at Election Commission Secretariat Islamabad.Briefing of the Caretaker Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on the preparations for the general elections in the province.The Chief Election Commissioner expressed satisfaction over the preparations for the election in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.Editor: Raja Kamran

Thirty-first Anniversary of the Demolition of the Historic Babri Mosque by Hindu ExtremistsToday is a sad reminder of the demolition of the historic ‘Babri Masjid’ in India. On this day, 31 years ago, a mob of Hindu zealots demolished this centuries-old Mosque in Ayodhya in full view of Indian law enforcement authorities.It is lamentable that India’s superior judiciary not only acquitted the criminals responsible for this hateful act but also allowed the construction of a temple on the site of the demolished Mosque. The temple is expected to be inaugurated in January 2024 – months before the next general elections in India.The anti-Muslim frenzy that caused the Babri Mosque’s destruction remains unabated. A few weeks ago, the Chief Minister of the Indian state of Uttar Prades...

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar congratulated the Pakistan women cricket team for winning the T20 series in New ZealandCaretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar congratulated the Pakistan women cricket team for winning the T20 series in New Zealand.Pakistan women's cricket team became the Asian women's cricket team to win the T20 series in New Zealand.Prime Minister Said Pakistani women players are not far behind men.If they continue to work hard in the same way, Pakistan Women's Cricket World Cup will also be won in their name.Editor: Raja KamranCongratulations to Pakistan women cricketers and their families on behalf of the entire nation, including me. Prime Minister

Planning Minister reviews progress on Water Resource, National Water PolicyThe caretaker minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Saeed on Thursday chaired a meeting to review progress on the Water Resource Sector and implementation status of the National Water Policy 2018.The Meeting was attended by Member Infrastructure, Chief Water Resources and other relevant stakeholders. During the meeting a comprehensive briefing was given to the minister over Indus Basin Irrigation System (IBIS), availability of water in the system, total sectoral water demand and challenges faced by the system due to sedimentation, population growth, poor water management, groundwater recharge, climate change and inefficient utilization of water resources. In addition, s...