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Sindh: Discovery of new gas reserves in Ghotki

9Jan

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Sindh: Discovery of new gas reserves in Ghotki

Sindh: Discovery of new gas reserves in GhotkiMari Petroleum Company announced the discovery of new gas reserves in the country. According to the announcement issued by Mari Petroleum Company, new gas reserves have been discovered in Ghotki district of Sindh province. The statement said that Ghotki is initially estimated to produce 51 lakh cubic feet of gas per day.In the statement of Mari Petroleum Company, it has been mentioned that the gas well was drilled up to 1015 meters in Ghotki. In this regard, Faheem Haider, MD of Mari Petroleum Company says that this discovery of Ghotki gas is a major success of the company.Editor: Raja Kamran

Iran determined to form joint military working group with Pakistan: Irani Military Chief

9Jan

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Iran determined to form joint military working group with Pakistan: Irani Military Chief

Iran determined to form joint military working group with Pakistan: Irani Military ChiefChief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri has called for forming a joint military working group between Tehran and Islamabad. General Baqeri made the remarks in a telephone conversation with Pakistan's Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza. Over the phone, Baqeri congratulated General Shamshad Mirza on his appointment as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee of Pakistan. Baqeri said that the armed forces of Iran and Pakistan have had cordial ties, especially in ensuring security in joint borders.Launch of border markets is an effective step towards deepening security in the joint border crossings, General Baqeri un...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and a government official delegation left for Geneva

8Jan

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and a government official delegation left for Geneva

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and a government official delegation left for GenevaPrime Minister Shahbaz Sharif left for Geneva with a high-level government delegation. Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto, Sherry Rehman, Ishaq Dar and Ahsan Iqbal were present along with Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, Federal Information Minister Maryam Aurangzeb, Asst. Special Fahad Hussain, Tariq Bajwa and Tariq Fatemi are also included in the government delegation. Shahbaz Sharif will host the International Donors Conference in Geneva tomorrow, the Prime Minister is also expected to meet Nawaz Sharif and Maryam Nawaz in Geneva before the conference.Editor: Raja Kamran

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif’s visit to the house of martyred director of ISI Naveed Sadiq

6Jan

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Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif’s visit to the house of martyred director of ISI Naveed Sadiq

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif's visit to the house of martyred director of ISI Naveed SadiqPrime Minister's meeting with Naveed Sadiq Shaheed's wife, son and daughter. Prime Minister's condolences to Naveed Sadiq's family. The Prime Minister recited Fatiha for the martyr. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced to give Hilal Shujaat to Shaheed Naveed Sadiq and Stara Shujaat to Shaheed Inspector Nasir Abbas.The entire nation is proud of Naveed Sadiq Shaheed and Nasir Abbas Shaheed. Our martyrs have made unforgettable sacrifices for the protection, security and defense of the dear motherland. Naveed Sadiq has rendered exemplary services to eradicate terrorism.Editor: Raja Kamran

China is our long time friend who supported Pakistan in every difficult time. PM Shahbaz Sharif

6Jan

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China is our long time friend who supported Pakistan in every difficult time. PM Shahbaz Sharif

China is our long time friend who supported Pakistan in every difficult time. PM Shahbaz SharifInvestment in development projects worth billions of dollars under CPEC is a proof of China's friendship with Pakistan. Chinese companies actively participate in the solarization project of the government. A Chinese company delegation headed by Mr. HE Xiongfei, CEO of SKHydo met with PM Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad today.In the meeting, the Prime Minister appreciated the Chinese company's work in hydropower projects in Pakistan. The Prime Minister invited the Chinese company to invest in the solarization project of the government.The delegation informed the Prime Minister about the company's interest in investing in 600 MW solarization projects, which was welcomed by the Prime Min...

Army chief meeting with chief of staff of Saudi forces

6Jan

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Army chief meeting with chief of staff of Saudi forces

Army chief meeting with chief of staff of Saudi forces Army Chief General Asim Munir has met the Chief of Staff of Saudi Forces General Fayaz al-Rawali in Riyadh. According to the Saudi Ministry of Defense, the Pak-Saudi army chiefs reviewed Pak-Saudi relations in the defense and military sectors and discussed matters of mutual interest.According to the Saudi Ministry of Defense, Army Chief General Asim Munir also met the Commander of the Saudi Armed Forces, Lt. Gen. Fahda Lamtir, in which issues of mutual interest were discussed.Editor: Raja Kamran

Action of security forces, 11 terrorists were killed

6Jan

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Action of security forces, 11 terrorists were killed

Action of security forces, 11 terrorists were killed 11 terrorists were killed during the operation of security forces in South Waziristan. According to the Public Relations Department of the Pakistan Army (ISPR), security forces conducted an operation in Wana area of South Waziristan during which 11 terrorists were killed in the exchange of fire. Two suicide bombers were also among the terrorists killed.The slain terrorists were involved in attacks on security forces while a large number of arms and ammunitions were recovered from the slain terrorists.Editor: Raja Kamran

Thousands of citizens participated in a rally to restore peace in Bajaur, KPK

6Jan

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Thousands of citizens participated in a rally to restore peace in Bajaur, KPK

Thousands of citizens participated in a rally to restore peace in Bajaur, KPKThousands of citizens came out on the streets to restore peace in Bajaur district of Khair Pakhtunkhwa province and raised slogans demanding an end to terrorism in the region. Apart from political and social activists, people from all walks of life, including businessmen and youth, participated in the peace march, which was organized by the Bajaur Peace Action Committee, a coalition of political parties. In March, tribal elders, traders, social workers and youth demanded restoration of peace in the district.The participants of the march held white flags and placards in their hands, the participants raised slogans in support of peace and against terrorism in the region, especially the tribal districts...

Youth & professionals vital link for future Pak-US relations: Masood Khan

6Jan

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Youth & professionals vital link for future Pak-US relations: Masood Khan

Youth & professionals vital link for future Pak-US relations: Masood Khan“Youth and professionals are shaping up the future of Pak-US relations. The visits of nearly 1000 professionals, government officials, civil society activists, journalists and others to the United States, annually, under different exchange programs are creating strong linkages between the two countries that reinforce contacts at official level,” said Masood Khan, Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States. “Pakistan is one of the US government’s largest education exchange programs portfolio globally. These programs provide our students with a unique opportunity not only to learn advanced knowledge at renowned and prestigious U.S. universities but also help them in creating better understanding of the U.S. s...

Prime Minister’s telephone call with Chinese Premier Li Keqiang

6Jan

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Prime Minister’s telephone call with Chinese Premier Li Keqiang

Prime Minister’s telephone call with Chinese Premier Li KeqiangPrime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and H.E. Mr. Li Keqiang, Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China, held a comprehensive telephone conversation today. The two leaders’ discussion was characterized by warmth and cordiality, in keeping with the best traditions of the Pakistan-China All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership. The Prime Minister and the Chinese Premier exchanged New Year greetings, noting that bilateral relations had grown to new heights in 2022, and agreeing to maintain the steady momentum of bilateral cooperation in 2023.Recalling his visit to China in November 2022 and wide-ranging conversations with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li, the Prime Minister undersco...