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Prime Minister’s meeting with Saudi Minister for Hajj and Umrah

21Aug

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Prime Minister’s meeting with Saudi Minister for Hajj and Umrah

Prime Minister’s meeting with Saudi Minister for Hajj and UmrahH.E. Dr. Tawfiq Bin Fawzan Al Rabiah, Minister of Hajj & Umrah of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia called on the Prime Minister today. The Saudi Minister is leading a high-level delegation with members from the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Interior, Saudi Civil Aviation Authority, Communication, Tourism, etc.The Prime Minister welcomed the delegation and expressed satisfaction on the positive trajectory of bilateral relations with the Kingdom. He lauded the vision of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman and said Pakistan would always remain a trusted partner of Saudi Arabia.The Prime Minister thanked the Saudi leadership for making excellent arrangements for Hujjaj from all over the world durin...

International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism

21Aug

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International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism

International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of TerrorismOn the occasion of the International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism, Pakistan joins the international community in honouring the lives lost and the survivors of terrorist attacks.On this day, our thoughts are with the survivors and the families of the victims. We honour the memory of our heroes who sacrificed their lives in the fight against terrorism.As a nation that has braved the brunt of terrorism, Pakistan deeply understands the pain and suffering of the victims of terrorism around the world.For the last two decades, Pakistan has been a victim of terrorism planned, supported and sponsored from across our borders. During this period, it suffered more than 80,000 c...

Minister of Maritime Affairs Gains Comprehensive Insight into Ministry’s Operations and Outlines Vision for the Future

21Aug

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Minister of Maritime Affairs Gains Comprehensive Insight into Ministry’s Operations and Outlines Vision for the Future

The newly appointed Minister of Maritime Affairs, Communication & Railway Mr. Shahid Ashraf Tarar chaired a comprehensive briefing session at the Ministry of Maritime Affairs today. Additional Secretary Mr. Hassan Yousafzai briefed the Federal Minister. SAPM Maritime Affairs Vice Admiral (retired) Mr. Iftikhar Rao and other officials from the ministry also participated in the meetingMr. Shahid Ashraf Tarar was briefed about various departments/ organizations operating under the auspices of the Ministry of Maritime Affairs. He was also given a comprehensive overview of the ministry's administrative, financial, and operational aspects, including insights into both ongoing and upcoming projects.A substantial portion of the meeting was allocated to discuss the number of challenges ...

EU Ambassador to Pakistan Rina Keonkaki met with Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani

21Aug

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EU Ambassador to Pakistan Rina Keonkaki met with Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani

EU Ambassador to Pakistan Rina Keonkaki met with Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas JilaniEU Ambassador to Pakistan Rina Keonkaki met with Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani. Discussion on relations between Pakistan and European Union and issues of mutual interest.In the meeting, expressing satisfaction over the growing bilateral relations between Pakistan and the European Union, the determination to increase cooperation in bilateral and multilateral fields was reiterated. Regional and international issues were also discussed in the meeting.Editor: Raja Kamran

ICCI inks MoU with NICAT to promote innovators and entrepreneurs

21Aug

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ICCI inks MoU with NICAT to promote innovators and entrepreneurs

ICCI inks MoU with NICAT to promote innovators and entrepreneursThe Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI) and the National Incubation Center for Aerospace Technologies (NICAT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish collaboration in order to promote innovation and entrepreneurship programs for youth. The MoU was signed during a visit of Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari, President, ICCI along with a delegation to NICAT. Abdul Rehman Siddiqui, Convener, ICCI MoU Committee and Imran Jattala, Project Director NICAT signed the MoU in a ceremony held at NICAT.As per MoU, NICAT will support ICCI for incubation and entrepreneurship programs and will collaborate with ICCI for engagement of Pakistan’s youth in innovation and entrepreneurship programs in order to achieve ...

The services of Mr. Waqar Ahmed, Secretary to President, are no more required

21Aug

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The services of Mr. Waqar Ahmed, Secretary to President, are no more required

The services of Mr. Waqar Ahmed, Secretary to President, are no more requiredIn view of the definite statement of yesterday, President’s Secretariat has written a letter to the Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister that the services of Mr Waqar Ahmed, Secretary to the President, are no more required and are surrendered to the Establishment Division, immediately.It has also been desired that Ms Humaira Ahmed, a BPS-22 officer of the Pakistan Administrative Service, may be posted as Secretary to the President.Editor: Raja Kamran

UNICEF Country head calls on Health Minister Dr. Nadeem Jan – Affirms support in meeting health challenges

21Aug

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UNICEF Country head calls on Health Minister Dr. Nadeem Jan – Affirms support in meeting health challenges

UNICEF Country head calls on Health Minister Dr. Nadeem Jan – Affirms support in meeting health challengesUNICEF Representative in Pakistan Abdullah Fadil called on the Caretaker Federal Health Minister Dr. Nadeem Jan. Secretary Health Iftikhar Ali Shallwani, Additional Secretary Kamran Rehman and DG Health were also present.Issues in the health sector were discussed in the meeting. The UNICEF Country Chief congratulated the Minister for Health on assuming this important responsibility.Dr. Nadeem Jan appreciated UNICEF's services in the health sector. UNICEF has supported Pakistan in every difficult time, said by Dr. Nadeem Jan. We will endeavour to bring effective and exemplary improvements in a short span of time, he said.Health Minister said we are determined to eradic...

The anti-terrorism court of Islamabad handed over Shireen Mazari’s daughter Iman Mazari and Ali Wazir to the police on 3-day physical remand

21Aug

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The anti-terrorism court of Islamabad handed over Shireen Mazari’s daughter Iman Mazari and Ali Wazir to the police on 3-day physical remand

The anti-terrorism court of Islamabad handed over Shireen Mazari's daughter Iman Mazari and Ali Wazir to the police on 3-day physical remandFormer Member of National Assembly Ali Wazir and Iman Mazari were produced in the Anti-Terrorism Court in a case registered under the provisions of terrorism.Ali Wazir was brought to the court with a cloth over his face, Ali Wazir came to the rostrum and took a stand that nothing wrong was said in the meeting, we said we want to convey our message to Islamabad.Prosecutor Raja Naveed requested physical remand of both of them for 10 and 10 days, however, the court handed over Iman Mazari and Ali Wazir to the police on physical remand of 3 and 3 days.Judge Abul Hasnat Zulqarnain of the Anti-Terrorism Court pronounced the reserved jud...

Spokesperson Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch spoke about unfortunate incident in Jaranwala, Faisalabad

21Aug

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Spokesperson Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch spoke about unfortunate incident in Jaranwala, Faisalabad

Spokesperson Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch spoke about unfortunate incident in Jaranwala, FaisalabadIn response to media queries about the remarks by some governments on the unfortunate incident in Jaranwala, Faisalabad, on 16 August 2023, Spokesperson Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, said:“We reiterate what we have said earlier. The Faisalabad incident is a sad reprehensible incident that has hurt the sentiments of Christians across Pakistan. The incident has been strongly condemned by Pakistan’s leadership and the entire Pakistani society. Such intolerant and violent acts are unacceptable to the ethos of Pakistani society.The wheels of justice have been set in motion. The Government of Pakistan will not rest until those responsible for th...

The Ministry of Law & Justice has noted with grave concern the President’s recent tweet

20Aug

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The Ministry of Law & Justice has noted with grave concern the President’s recent tweet

The Ministry of Law & Justice has noted with grave concern the President's recent tweetAs per Article 75 of the Constitution, when a Bill is sent for assent, the President has two options: either give assent, or refer the matter to the parliament with specific observations. Article 75 does not provide for any third option.In the instant matter, neither of the requirements were fullfiled. Instead, the President purposely delayed the assent. Returning the bills without any observations or assent is not provided for in the Constitution. Such a course of action is against the letter and spirit of the constitution.If the President had any observations, he could have returned the bills with his observations like he did in the recent and distant past. He could have also issued ...