PAKISTAN NEWS

Pakistan Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal spoke at the "Session Briefing of Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2023 Ensuring Both Development and Security"Pakistan Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal spoke at the "Session Briefing of Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2023 Ensuring Both Development and Security" along with Ban Ki-Moon, Danilo Turk, Vince Henderson, Jim Yong Kim, Andy Tsang and Zhao Fengtao. Federal Minister stressed that security is the foundation of progress, and progress is the key to security. We must work together to address the development and security deficits in today's world and promote a brighter future for all.We must strive for a fairer and more equitable distribution of development gains, so that people from all corners of the world can benefit. Togeth...

Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif congrats to Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed al-NahyanPrime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif congrats to Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed al-Nahyan. He said "Congratulations to His Highness Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan on his appointment as the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi. As a brotherly country, we look forward to continuing our strong partnership & working together towards a brighter future for our people & the region.Heartfelt felicitations from the people and the government of Pakistan on the appointment of His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan as the Vice President of the UAE. May this new chapter be filled with success and prosperity for the UAE and its people.Editor: Raja Kamran

 PM Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemns the attack on Police Station Sadar in Lakki Marwat, expressing grief and sorrow over the martyrdom of 3 jawans including DSPPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemns the attack on Police Station Sadar in Lakki Marwat, expressing grief and sorrow over the martyrdom of 3 jawans including DSP Iqbal Mohmand. Tributes to DSP Headquarters Iqbal Mohmand, Sepahi Waqar, Marjan, Karamat who martyred. Prime Minister's condolence and sympathy to the families of the martyrs. The police is playing a wonderful role as the first line of defense against terrorism.The police bravely fought the terrorist attack on Sadar police station. The survival and development of Pakistan lies in the elimination of terrorism. Praying for the speedy recovery of APC driv...

Explosion near Lucky Marwat, Thana Sadar, 4 officials including DSP martyred4 officials including DSP Iqbal Mohmand were martyred as a result of an explosion near police station Sadar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa district Lakki Marwat. According to the police, the DSP had gone to the spot on the information of the terrorist attack on Sadar police station and his car was hit by an explosive device explosion near Pirwala Mor. As a result of the explosion, 4 officials including DSP Iqbal Mohmand were martyred and 6 were injured.According to the police spokesperson, among the martyred officers are Karamat, Waqar, Ali Marjan, while the injured include Head Constable Farooq, Constable Gultiaz, Asghar, Amanatullah, Arif, and Sardar Ali. The police say that the terrorists had earlier attacke...

Member National Assembly Aslam Bhutani meeting with Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz SharifMember National Assembly Aslam Bhutani meeting with Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif. Mr. Aslam Bhutani informed the Prime Minister about the ongoing development projects in his constituency (Gwadar-Lisbela) and the problems faced by the people.Assurance of solving all the problems of the Prime Minister's constituency. The development of Balochistan, especially Gwadar, is among the government's priorities. Gwadar is of utmost importance in China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. The overall political situation of the country was discussed in the meeting.Editor: Raja Kamran 

Removal of Pakistan from List of High Risk Third Countries of European UnionEuropean Union (EU) authorities have removed Pakistan from the List of High Risk Third Countries which has strategic deficiencies in the Anti-Money Laundering / Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) regime that pose significant threat to their financial system. According to the Delegated Regulation, “Following the measures implemented to address the action plans agreed with the FATF, Nicaragua, Pakistan and Zimbabwe have remedied the strategic deficiencies in their respective AML/CFT regimes and no longer pose a significant AML/CFT threat to the international financial system.Taking into account their relevance under the revised methodology, the Commission considers that these jurisdictions no l...

Pakistan Minister of Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal highlights the regional inclusivity aspect BRIChina's willingness to share its success through BRI is a true manifestation of the vision of Chinese leadership, says Minister Ahsan Iqbal at the BOAO Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2023. Minister Ahsan Iqbal shared insightful thoughts on the positive impacts of BRI for member countries, including Pakistan.The BRI has gone beyond just providing investments and filling the gaps of economy by injecting capital. It has encouraged multi-level engagements of Chinese companies with the BRI states and helped explore cheapest sources of energy. The Chinese approach of growing together is a model for positive-sum game. Under the inclusive BRI, China has invested, provided technol...

Pakistani-American psychiatrist makes her way to US top faith leadersDr. Farha Abbasi reinforces efficacy of faith and culture in treating mental health issues. Ambassador Masood Khan terms it as another feather in the cap for Pak diaspora. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will recognize Dr. Farha Abbasi, a renowned psychiatrist and active member of Pakistani-American community in Michigan, as one of the nation’s top women faith leaders. Women on the Frontlines: Celebrating Women Faith Leaders, an event that would be hosted by Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra on Thursday, 30th March 2023 to honor 15 women faith leaders for their incredible work and extraordinary leadership qualities in the service of humanity.Dr. Abbasi is Assistant Professor ...

Pakistan Navy ship PNS reached the Syrian port of Latakia carrying relief goods for the earthquake victimsPakistan Navy ship PNS reached the Syrian port of Latakia carrying relief goods for the earthquake victims. Relief supplies include tents, blankets, rations and warm clothes for the victims.On arrival at the Syrian port, the ship was warmly welcomed by the governor of Latakia, the Pakistani ambassador and other senior civil and military officials of Syria. PNS is the second ship of Pakistan Navy to reach Syria with relief supplies. Pakistan Navy's first ship, PNS Nasr, has completed delivery of relief supplies to Syria. The nation of Pakistan stands with the people of Turkey and Syria in this hour of trouble.Editor: Raja Kamran

Reqo Diq is a turning point in mining sector and development of Balochistan"Reqo Diq is a turning point not only in mining sector of Pakistan but most importantly from development perspective of Balochistan", remarked Dr Musadik Malik.Minister of State for Petroleum Dr Musadik Malik held a meeting with a delegation of Barrick Gold Corporation, led by its president and CEO Mark Bristow. Canadian High Commissioner to Pakistan Ms. Leslie Scanlon was also in company.Dr. Musadik appreciated the steps taken for indigenization and skills development with 70% local empolyment. He expressed high hopes in the leadership of Barrick Gold for upholding the highest standards of environmental protection and sustainable development.Mr Mark Bristow expressed his corporation's resolve ...