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Art Competition on Child Rights Award Ceremony Celebrates Youth Creativity and Advocacy

14Nov

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Art Competition on Child Rights Award Ceremony Celebrates Youth Creativity and Advocacy

Color of Dreams Art Competition on Child Rights Award Ceremony Celebrates Youth Creativity and Advocacy In a ceremony filled with warmth, creativity, and dedication, the National Commission on the Rights of Child (NCRC) celebrated the award ceremony for the 'Color of Dreams: Embassy of Spain’s Art Competition on Child Rights.' The event, organized in collaboration with the Embassy of the Kingdom of Spain, marked a significant step towards raising awareness about child rights in Pakistan. The ceremony, held at the Embassy of the Kingdom of Spain, brought together distinguished guests, including Ambassadors, Excellencies, Senators, children, civil society and child rights activist, all united in their commitment to championing the cause of children's rights. His Excellency Mr. Jose Antoni...

Book Talk on “Collected Works on Foreign Affairs and Security Policy” by Dr. Huma Baqai

14Nov

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Book Talk on “Collected Works on Foreign Affairs and Security Policy” by Dr. Huma Baqai

Book Talk on "Collected Works on Foreign Affairs and Security Policy" by Dr. Huma Baqai The Centre for Strategic Perspectives (CSP) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), organized a book talk on Dr. Huma Baqai’s book titled “Collected Works on Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.” The discussants at the Book Talk included: Ambassador Tehmna Janjua, Former Foreign Secretary of Pakistan; Ambassador Asif Durrani, Pakistan’s Special Representative on Afghanistan; and Ambassador Abdul Basit, Pakistan’s Former High Commissioner to India. The discussion was also attended by academics, practitioners, former and current Pakistani diplomats and officials, experts from think tanks, students, and members of the diplomatic corps based in Islamabad.In her introductory remarks, Dr....

Director Development BHC meets with Planning Minister

14Nov

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Director Development BHC meets with Planning Minister

Director Development BHC meets with Planning Minister A two-member delegation led by Jo Moir, Director Development at British High Commission Islamabad called on Caretaker Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Saeed on Tuesday. During the meeting, two sides exchanged views on the existing portfolio for Pakistan and expressed their resolve to further enhance in the future. The Planning Minister appreciated the support of BHC for its decades-long assistance, which has been playing a vital role in the socioeconomic uplift of Pakistan. He also appreciated their continued support and commitment for the ongoing development projects particularly in the climate sector.During the meeting, the Planning Ministry highlighted a National Climate Finance Strateg...

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar met with Caretaker Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

14Nov

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Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar met with Caretaker Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar met with Caretaker Chief Minister Khyber PakhtunkhwaCaretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar met with Caretaker Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Justice (retd) Arshad Hussain In the meeting, administrative affairs and law and order situation of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and prevention of smuggling were also discussed. Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar said "Hopefully, you will fully play your constitutional role in supporting the Election Commission in conducting free and transparent elections in the province."Editor: Raja Kamran

President urges international businesses to invest in Pakistan

14Nov

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President urges international businesses to invest in Pakistan

President urges international businesses to invest in PakistanTalking to a visiting delegation of Oxford Alumni, President Dr Arif Alvi said that international investors and companies should explore business and investment opportunities in Pakistan and benefit from Pakistan’s improved business climate. He said that Pakistan offered tremendous investment opportunities in diverse sectors of its economy and was an emerging market that was growing every year.The visiting delegation led by Mr Haseeb Ahmad, comprised of Oxford graduates from different geographical and business backgrounds, called on President Dr Arif Alvi at Aiwan-e-Sadr, today, and discussed the prospects of doing business in Pakistan.Talking to the delegation, the President said that Pakistan was focusing on impr...

Interim Minister for National Heritage and Culture called on caretaker Prime Minister

14Nov

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Interim Minister for National Heritage and Culture called on caretaker Prime Minister

Interim Minister for National Heritage and Culture called on caretaker Prime MinisterInterim Minister for National Heritage and Culture Syed Jamal Shah called on caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar and discussed matters related to his ministry.Various steps to promote art and culture in the country also came under discussion.Editor: Raja Kamran

Khalil Hashmi begins his tenure as new Ambassador of Pakistan to China

14Nov

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Khalil Hashmi begins his tenure as new Ambassador of Pakistan to China

Khalil Hashmi begins his tenure as new Ambassador of Pakistan to China Ambassador Khalil Hashmi, a career diplomat, reached Beijing over this weekend and assumed responsibilities as Pakistan’s new envoy to China. He was received on arrival by Mr. Zhang Maoming, Deputy Director General of Asia Department of Chinese MFA. He succeeds Ambassador Moin ul Haque who returned to Pakistan on retirement early this month. In his first official engagement, Ambassador Hashmi today presented copy of his credentials to Mr. Hong Lei, Director General of the Protocol Department. Ambassador Hashmi expressed gratitude to the Chinese side for the warm welcome accorded to him, in keeping with the long-standing tradition of both countries. Reminiscing of his previous stint in Beijing from 2008-2010, he exp...

14Nov

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Italian Cuisine Week

The Italian Embassy in Pakistan celebrated the "Italian Cuisine Week" with two events organized by Ambassador Andreas Ferrarese and his wife Albana Ferrarese. During the afternoon session, Ambassador Ferrarese formally requested UNESCO to recognize Italian food culture as cultural heritage. He highlighted Italy's influence on regional and international cuisine and on the Italian nation of nearly 50 million inhabitants, contributing to the spread of Italian cuisine around the world. line We celebrate the international appreciation of pizza and pasta, hallmarks of Italian cuisine, and discuss the dynamic exchange and evolution of culinary traditions. He cited the influence of immigrant communities, such as Albanian immigration, and the fusion of Italian culinary traditions.Regarding efforts...

Exchange of fire took place between own troops and terrorists in general area Mir Ali, North Waziristan District

13Nov

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Exchange of fire took place between own troops and terrorists in general area Mir Ali, North Waziristan District

Exchange of fire took place between own troops and terrorists in general area Mir Ali, North Waziristan District On night 12/13 November 2023, a fire exchange took place between own troops and terrorists in general area Mir Ali, North Waziristan District.Own troops effectively engaged the terrorists' location resultantly one terrorist was sent to hell. However, during intense fire exchange, Sepoy Abdullah (age: 25 yrs, resident of: Mardan) Sepoy Muhammad Sohail (age. 19 yrs, resident of: Tharparkar), having fought gallantly, embraced Shahadat. Sanitization of the surrounding areas is being carried out to neutralize any terrorists found in the area. Security forces of Pakistan are determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers further streng...

PAKISTAN AIR FORCE’S JF-17 THUNDER BLOCK 3 FIGHTER JET AND SUPER MUSHSHAK AIRCRAFT PARTICIPATING IN DUBAI AIRSHOW 2023

13Nov

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PAKISTAN AIR FORCE’S JF-17 THUNDER BLOCK 3 FIGHTER JET AND SUPER MUSHSHAK AIRCRAFT PARTICIPATING IN DUBAI AIRSHOW 2023

PAKISTAN AIR FORCE'S JF-17 THUNDER BLOCK 3 FIGHTER JET AND SUPER MUSHSHAK AIRCRAFT PARTICIPATING IN DUBAI AIRSHOW 2023 Pakistan Air Force is poised for a resounding participation at the prestigious Dubai Air Show 2023, featuring its highly advanced JF-17 Thunder Block 3 fighter jet alongside the versatile Super Mushshak aircraft. The mega event that is scheduled to take place from 13-17 November, 2023 marks the first-ever appearance of the PAF's JF-17 Thunder Block-III aircraft in an international air show, symbolizing Pakistan's commitment to innovation and excellence in aviation. The historic participation also marks a significant milestone for PAF, showcasing its cutting-edge aviation capabilities on a global stage.The JF-17 Thunder Block 3 fighter jet epitomizes the pinnacle of mo...