PAKISTAN NEWS

By Raja kamranPakistan Navy assumed Command of Multinational Combined Task Force 151 (CTF-151) for the ninth time in a formal Change of Command ceremony held at HQ Combined Maritime Forces (CMF), Bahrain. Commodore Abdul Munib took over the Command from Rear Admiral (LH) Nejat Inanir of Turkish Navy.While addressing the audience, the incoming Commander CTF-151, Commodore Abdul Munib assured that his team is fully geared up to shoulder this significant responsibility. He also lauded the outgoing Rear Admiral (LH) Nejat Inanir of Turkish Navy and his team for their dedicated efforts to achieve set objectives during the tenure of command. Commodore Abdul Munib re-affirmed his resolve to continue with the same spirit and further highlighted the strong relationship between Pakistan ...

By Raja kamranPak-China Joint Air Exercise “Shaheen-IX” has started at an Operational Air Base of Pakistan Air Force today. The contingent of People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF), comprising combat Pilots, Air Defence Controllers and technical ground crew is participating in the exercise. The opening ceremony of the exercise was jointly witnessed by Air Vice Marshal Waqas Ahmed Sulehri, Deputy Chief of Air Staff (Operations), PAF and Major General Sun Hong, Assistant Chief of Staff, PLAAF. Major General Sun Hong said, “The Joint Exercise will improve the actual level of combat training and strengthen practical cooperation between the two Air Forces". Welcomimg the Chinese contingent, Air Vice Marshal Waqas Ahmed Sulehri said, “The joint exercise will provide an opportunity to...

By Raja kamranChina’s newly appointed Ambassador H.E. Nong Rong called on the Federal Minister for Education, Professional Training, National Heritage and Culture Shafqat Mahmood today.Federal Minister Felicitated the Ambassador on his appointment to Pakistan and hoped that Pakistan-China ties will further deepen and strengthen based on his vast experience and professionalism.Both sides exchanged views on range of bilateral issues of mutual interest and cooperation.Federal Minister Shafqat Mahmood has said that a big number of Pakistani students are studying and researching in China and the latter is providing scholarships generously which speaks the stronger ties of both countries in educational sector.The Minister also emphasized to set-up a special working group between ...

By Raja kamranMessage from the Prime Minister of Pakistan On the Thirty-Sixth SAARC Charter DayOn behalf of the people and the Government of Pakistan, I wish to felicitate the Governments and the citizens of the Member States of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) as we commemorate the 36th SAARC Charter Day.The SAARC Charter was envisioned to promote regional cooperation and to accelerate the pace of social and economic development in South Asia. The Association encapsulates the hopes and aspirations of one fifth of humanity. It symbolizes the hope that the challenges faced by the region can be overcome through regional cooperation.The global Pandemic is a grim reminder to all of us that we need to work together and cooperate on issues of common i...

By Raja kamranThe meeting discussed the development of the social sector, including national defense and security.The nation is proud of the professionalism of the Armed Forces for national security and defense. Speaker Asad Qaiser،He lauded the welfare services of Pakistan Air Forces and Rasheed Memorial Trust in Alamabad which is the state of the art facilitation centre for needy and destitutes of the society.Pakistan Air Force has a unique position in the world due to its high professionalism, Asad QaiserThe services of Pakistan Air Force in the social sector are commendable, Speaker National Assembly said.Deputy Chief of Air Staff Amir Masood thanked the Speaker and appreciated his services in the social sector.Pak Air Force is committed to play its full role in nationa...

By Raja kamranBilateral relations and issues of mutual interest were discussed during the meeting.The friendly relations between the two countries are setting a new direction for the economic and social development of the region. Chairman SenatePakistan is proud of its everlasting friendship with China. Chairman SenateThe exchange of parliamentary delegations has further enhanced bilateral political, social and economic ties.Parliamentary diplomacy plays an important role in strengthening important bilateral ties. Mohammad Sadiq SanjaraniInstitutional support between the two countries needs to be further enhancedPromoting public relations will further strengthen economic partnership.CPEC is the result of a shared vision of regional developmentCPEC will bring prosperity not only to ...

By Raja kamranCPEC opening new avenues of progress and development :Asad QaiserQuality Women Education and Welfare services for needy would result into prosperous society.Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser has said that CPEC would usher in new era of socio-economic development for both countries. He said, " early completion of CPEC related will ensure regional socio-economic stability and it will be Win Win both for Pakistan and China. He expressed these views while meeting with Chairman General Retired Asim Saleem Bajwa today in Islamabad.While appreciating the performance of CPEC authority , Speaker Asad Qaiser has said that early completion of CPEC related projects would usher in the new era of prosperity for common people especially in KPK. He said that CPEC would cr...

By Raja kamranPakistan Navy celebrated 62nd Gwadar Day with traditional fervor. This Day is celebrated every year to mark the merger of Gwadar with Pakistan. Various activities were held at Gwadar under the auspices of Pakistan Navy and Commander Coast (COMCOAST), Vice Admiral Zahid llyas graced the occasion as Chief Guest.The Chief Guest while interacting with the notables, highlighted Pakistan Navy’s commitment for the development of coastal region. He also underscored rigorous efforts of Pakistan Navy to ensure Maritime Security of Gwadar Port and China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). In the historical context, Gwadar was formally handed over to Pakistan in 1958 by Oman. Initially, a Naval platoon led by the then Lt Iftikhar Ahmed Sirohey of Pakistan Navy landed at Gwadar...

By Raja kamran "CPEC is a transformational project. There is a complete national consensus on CPEC's indispensability for our national development efforts. Pakistan and China are firmly committed to the timely completion of CPEC projects and making it a High-Quality Demonstration Project of BRI", this was underscored by Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood in a meeting with Chairman CPEC Authority, General (R) Asim Salim Bajwa. Reviewing the progress of CPEC projects, Foreign Secretary maintained that CPEC energy and infrastructure projects had created thousands of jobs and had boosted industrial growth and productivity. It testified to the fact that CPEC's contribution to strengthen Pakistan’s economic landscape has been real and substantial, he emphasized. The Foreign Secretary underlined th...

By Raja kamranThe newly appointed Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan H.E. Mr. Nong Rong called on Chairman Board of Investment (BOI), Mr. Atif R. Bokhari here at Islamabad. Secretary BOI, Ms. Fareena Mazhar and Project Director CPEC-IC Mr. Asim Ayub were also present on the occasion.During the meeting, Chairman BOI & Ambassador Nong Rong discussed matters of mutual interest particularly Industrial Cooperation under CPEC. Chairman BOI expressed that both Governments are working together to make the 2nd phase of CPEC fruitful by attracting quality FDI.Chairman BOI apprised the Chinese Ambassador of the Draft Framework Agreement on Industrial Cooperation (IC) under CPEC. H.E Ambassador Nong Rong expressed that he gives utmost importance to the “Draft Framework Agreement” & wi...