PAKISTAN NEWS

An Intelligence Based Operation was carried out in general area Boghra Rd, ChamanOn 15 Mar 23, an Intelligence Based Operation was carried out in general area Boghra Rd, Chaman to search a suspected hideout of Terrorists, linked with recent firing incidents on law enforcement agencies and civilians in Chaman area besides planting of improvised explosive devices in surrounding areas. As a result of continuous technical Surveillance and Reconnaissance of the area, a location of the Terrorists was identified and Security Forces along with CTD were inducted.Resultantly, while terrorists had already escaped, a huge cache of arms and ammunition including rockets, Improvised Explosive Devices and other accessories has been recovered. The recovery has helped avert an obvious terroris...

Joint Statement on U.S.-Pakistan Climate and Environment Working GroupOn March 16, 2023, the United States and Pakistan concluded the second meeting of the Climate and Environment Working Group in Islamabad.  Pakistan’s Minister for Climate Change Sherry Rehman and the U.S. Department of State’s Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Monica Medina led the delegations.  Officials and experts engaged on climate and environment issues, including climate change, energy transition, water management, climate-smart agriculture, air quality, biodiversity, and waste management including plastics recycling.  The delegations discussed the impacts of the devastating floods in Pakistan in 2022 and emphasized the importance of building r...

Meeting of Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah with Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz SharifIn the meeting, the issues related to Sindh province were discussed. The overall political situation of the country was also discussed in the meeting.Prime Minister said, Federation and provinces have to work together for public welfare. The ongoing development projects of the federal government in Sindh province will be completed as soon as possible. The Thar Coal project will not only meet the country's energy needs, but will also open new avenues for development in the region. Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal and Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Sardar Ayaz Sadiq were also present in the meeting.Editor: Raja Kamran 

16 March, 1963 holds an important place in the history of Pakistan Air Force16 March, 1963 holds an important place in the history of Pakistan Air Force as on this day 60 years ago, 1st sortie of C-130 Hercules was undertaken by Pakistani aircrew led by Sqn Ldr Mehmood Choonara.C-130 is a tactical transport aircraft which is considered the workhorse of PAF owing to its versatility and reliability. Over the years, Pakistan Air Force has upgraded and modernized its C-130 fleet to keep abreast with the changing operational requirements.Sub-Editor: Ghufran Majeed

Governor Balochistan Malik Abdul Wali Kakar met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz SharifGovernor Balochistan Malik Abdul Wali Kakar met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif. In the meeting, the administrative affairs of Balochistan province were discussed. The overall political situation of the country was also discussed in the meeting.Prime Minister said, “The development and welfare of Balochistan is among the top priorities of the federal government. Pakistan's development is incomplete without the development of Balochistan.Editor: Raja Kamran

China Embassy delegation visit to Central Police Office IslamabadThe delegation provided 250 bullet proof jackets for Islamabad Capital Police, Punjab and KP Police during a solemn ceremony.Special guest Additional Secretary Interior and IG Islamabad thanked the delegation.Editor: Raja Kamran

Joint Statement on U.S.-Pakistan Energy Security DialogueThe United States and Pakistan concluded the Dialogue on March 15, 2023, chaired by Pakistani Federal Minister for Energy Khurram Dastgir Khan and U.S. Department of State Assistant Secretary for Energy Resources Geoffrey Pyatt. Pakistan and the United States affirmed a mutual commitment to advance the transition to renewable energy and promote a more stable, secure, and prosperous energy future for both nations.Officials and experts engaged on energy issues and areas for cooperation, including Pakistan’s renewable energy transition, electric vehicles, and increasing the participation of women in the energy sector. Both governments resolved to continue deepening bilateral partnership through the U.S.-Pakistan “Green Allianc...

On the Islamophobia International day a message by PM SHehbaz SharifToday is International Islamofobia day. On this day a special message form the Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif. He said “On International Day to Combat Islamophobia, Pakistan joins the world community in seeking an end to all forms of hatred, profiling & discrimination against Muslims on the basis of faith. Islam, like other religions, stands all for tolerance, respect, peace & human development”.Editor: Raja Kamran

COAS General Syed Asim Munir visited forward posts at Pak-Afghan border in South WaziristanCOAS General Syed Asim Munir visited forward posts at Pak-Afghan border in South Waziristan and interacted with the troops. COAS laid floral wreath at Yadgar e Shuhada in Wana and visited Formation Headquarters where he was briefed about the operational, training and security matters of the formation as well as progress on development works being undertaken in the Newly Merged Districts (NMDs). COAS appreciated the CT efforts of the formation and provision of enabling environment for the completion of socio-economic development projects, vital for enduring stability and sustainable progress of NMDs.COAS reiterated the resolve of the Army to fight against terrorism till elimination of th...

H.E Ms. Leslie Scanlon, High Commissioner of Canada called on Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Mohammad Ishaq DarH.E Ms. Leslie Scanlon, High Commissioner of Canada called on Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar at Finance Division, today. Finance Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar welcomed H.E Ms. Leslie Scanlon, High Commissioner of Canada and shared that there are friendly relations between the two countries. The Finance Minister commended the support of Canadian Government for flood affectees. The two sides discussed overall global economic situation as well as economic policies and programmes of the government in Pakistan. They exchanged views on enhancing bilateral relations in various avenues and cooperation in a number of fields...