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Govt remains dedicated in addressing challenges of climate change & impact on food: Sami Saeed

23Nov

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Govt remains dedicated in addressing challenges of climate change & impact on food: Sami Saeed

Govt remains dedicated in addressing challenges of climate change & impact on food: Sami Saeed The Caretaker Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Saeed said the government remained dedicated in addressing the challenges of climate change as key interventions are being taken under the umbrella of Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). He made these remarks while addressing at the 26th Sustainable Development Conference (SDC) organized by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) on Thursday. The minister addressed at the thematic session titled, "Impact of Climate Change on Food & Nutrition Security in Pakistan, the session was held in collaboration with World Food Program (WFP) and SDPI. The panelists of the session includ...

37th Annual General Meeting and Conference of PSDE

23Nov

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37th Annual General Meeting and Conference of PSDE

37th Annual General Meeting and Conference of the Pakistan Society of Development Economists (PSDE) by the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), Islamabad. In collaboration with Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU), Multan The 37th AGM and Conference of the Pakistan Society of Development Economists (PSDE), hosted by the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), in collaboration with Bahaduddin Zakariya University, Multan, began at the Jinnah Auditorium of the BZU. In the inaugural session of the Conference, Dr Nadeem Ul Haque, Vice-Chancellor of PIDE and President of the PSDE emphasized the significant contributions of Mahbub ul Haq to PIDE. He also highlighted PIDE & PSDE’s role in asking pertinent questions and engaging in impactful research exploring the co...

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar’s visit to National Emergency Operation Center (NEOC)

23Nov

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Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar’s visit to National Emergency Operation Center (NEOC)

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar's visit to National Emergency Operation Center (NEOC)Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar visited NEOC today where the Prime Minister was briefed on Pakistan's disaster preparedness in the country, post-disaster recovery work and the 28th United Nations Conference of Parties Meeting (COP) held in the United Arab Emirates. 28) suggestions were made regarding the representation of Pakistan.Caretaker Federal Ministers Jalil Abbas Jilani, Dr. Shamshad Akhtar and related officials were also with the Prime Minister in the briefing. Chairman National Disaster Management Authority Lieutenant General Inam Haider Malik gave a briefing to the participants.The meeting was told that under NDMA, a plan of action is ready to deal with disast...

Inter-ministerial review meeting regarding the 28th United Nations Conference of Parties COP28 chaired by caretaker Prime Minister

22Nov

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Inter-ministerial review meeting regarding the 28th United Nations Conference of Parties COP28 chaired by caretaker Prime Minister

Inter-ministerial review meeting regarding the 28th United Nations Conference of Parties COP28 chaired by caretaker Prime Minister The Prime Minister will represent Pakistan in the high-level segment of the 28th Conference of Parties to be held in the United Arab Emirates on December 1 and 2.PM said Climate change is a national security issue for countries like Pakistan. Pakistan is playing a positive role in the global environmental debate through its environmental diplomacy. Despite Pakistan's contribution to global climate change being less than one percent, Pakistan is among the countries most affected by climate change. Last year, one third of Pakistan's population was affected by floods as a result of climate change. All institutions of Pakistan are performing the task of...

Imam Kaaba Saleh bin Abdullah bin Hameed arrived in Pakistan on a 6-day visit

22Nov

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Imam Kaaba Saleh bin Abdullah bin Hameed arrived in Pakistan on a 6-day visit

Imam Kaaba Saleh bin Abdullah bin Hameed arrived in Pakistan on a 6-day visitImam Kaaba Saleh bin Abdullah bin Hameed arrived in Pakistan on a 6-day visitInterior Minister Sarfraz Ahmed Bugti, Education Minister Madad Ali Sindhi, Special Assistant Allama Tahir Ashrafi and Saudi Ambassador Nawaf Bin Syed Al Maliki welcomed Imam Kaaba at the airport.During his visit, Imam Kaaba will meet the top leadership in Pakistan.Editor: Raja Kamran

Israel & Hamas finally agree on truce and hostages deal

22Nov

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Israel & Hamas finally agree on truce and hostages deal

Israel & Hamas finally agree on truce and hostages deal The State of Qatar announces the success of its joint mediation efforts undertaken with the Arab Republic of Egypt and the United States of America between Israel and the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas), resulting in an agreement for a humanitarian pause. The starting time of the pause will be announced within the next 24 hours and last for four days, subject to extension. The agreement includes the release of 50 civilian women and children hostages currently held in the Gaza Strip in exchange for the release of a number of Palestinian women and children detained in Israeli prisons, the number of those released will be increased in later stages of implementing the agreement.The humanitarian pause will also allow the entry...

21Nov

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Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Future

Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Future. Future World School and College Hosts Inspirational Panel Discussion on Global Entrepreneurship Week. Future World School and College, located in the vibrant heart of Bahria Town, Rawalpindi, proudly hosted a thought-provoking panel discussion on Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW). The distinguished panel, chaired by Mr. Faisal Shahzad (VP RCCI), included Ms Maryam Mumtaz (Section Officer at Ministry of Commerce), Mr. Tausif Abdul (Business Owner), Mr. Faisal Nadeem (Fashion Industry Professional), Ms. Jia Shakeel (Fashion Designer), and Mr. Parvez Abassi (Founder of National Incubation Center, Pakistan). These individuals captivated the audience with their compelling success stories and innovative ideas, providing valuable insights into the worl...

Two-Day Non-Aligned Movement Conference on “Advancing the Rights and Empowerment of Women” in Baku

21Nov

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Two-Day Non-Aligned Movement Conference on “Advancing the Rights and Empowerment of Women” in Baku

Ms. Nilofar Bakhtiar, Chairperson National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW) heads the official delegation in two-day Non-Aligned Movement Conference on “Advancing the Rights and Empowerment of Women” in Baku.Chairperson National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW) Ms. Nilofar Bakhtiar headed the official delegation in Non-Aligned Movement Conference on “Advancing the Rights and Empowerment of Women”. It is a two-day international conference co-organized by the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Republic of Uganda, the Republic of Uzbekistan and hosted by Republic of Azerbaijan in Baku on 20-21 November 2023. The conference was held to discuss how to improve women's rights and empower women inside the NAM, as well as women's roles in sustainable development, economic growth, peace...

Ambassador of Netherlands, H.E. Mrs. Henny De Vries, called on Caretaker Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue & Economic Affairs Dr. Shamshad Akhtar

21Nov

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Ambassador of Netherlands, H.E. Mrs. Henny De Vries, called on Caretaker Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue & Economic Affairs Dr. Shamshad Akhtar

Ambassador of Netherlands, H.E. Mrs. Henny De Vries, called on Caretaker Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue & Economic Affairs Dr. Shamshad AkhtarThe discussions covered various aspects of bilateral economic relations between the two countries. Secretary EAD and senior officers from the Finance Division attended the meeting. The upcoming elections in the Netherlands were a prominent topic of discussion, with both parties emphasizing the importance of Democratic processes. Ambassador Mrs. Henny De Vries congratulated Dr. Shamshad Akhtar, Minister for Finance, Revenue, and Economic Affairs for reaching the Staff Level Agreement of 1st Review of IMF Pakistan Standby Arrangement (SBA) and also on overall improvement in the economic situation in Pakistan. The Minister Dr. Shamsha...

ICCI invites Chinese investors to set up e-bikes manufacturing plants in Pakistan

21Nov

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ICCI invites Chinese investors to set up e-bikes manufacturing plants in Pakistan

ICCI invites Chinese investors to set up e-bikes manufacturing plants in PakistanA delegation of electric bikes manufacturing company Wuxi Co., Ltd of Jiangsu Province of China led by its Chairman Zhao Shuju visited Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) and showed interest to explore business opportunities for e-bikes in the Pakistani market Addressing the delegation, Faad Waheed, Acting President, Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry said that Pakistan is the fifth largest motorbike market in the world and Chinese investors should set up e-bikes manufacturing plants in Pakistan to meet the needs of Pakistani consumers. He said that there are around 23 million registered motorbikes in Pakistan but they use fuel and create air pollution. He said that e-bikes are envir...