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Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Addresses Curtain Raiser Ceremony for Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference

8Sep

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Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Addresses Curtain Raiser Ceremony for Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference

Islamabad, September 8, 2025(Kamran Raja): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, today addressed as Chief Guest the Curtain Raiser Ceremony for the upcoming Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (ISC), scheduled to be held in November this year. In his remarks, the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to multilateralism, parliamentary diplomacy, and the peaceful resolution of disputes in line with the principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter. Highlighting Pakistan’s recent election to the United Nations Security Council (2025–2026 term), the Deputy Prime Minister underscored the country’s leadership role in advancing climate justice and its strong advocacy for reforming the global financial archite...

Action Plan to Foster an Even Closer China-Pakistan Community with a Shared Future in the New Era between the Government of the People’s Republic of China and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan (2025-2029)

8Sep

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Action Plan to Foster an Even Closer China-Pakistan Community with a Shared Future in the New Era between the Government of the People’s Republic of China and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan (2025-2029)

8 September 2025(Kamran Raja): At the invitation of H.E. Mr. Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China, H.E. Mr. Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, visited China from August 30 to September 4, 2025 to attend the twenty-fifth meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Member States of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-fascist War. During the visit, H.E. Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China met with Prime Minister Sharif. Prime Minister Sharif also held talks with Premier Li Qiang of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China. They had in-depth exchange...

8Sep

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Pakistan and China Sign Nine MoUs to Strengthen Digital Cooperation at B2B Conference

8 September 2025(Ghufran): Pakistan and China have taken a major step toward deepening bilateral cooperation in the information technology sector with the signing of nine Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) during the second Pakistan-China B2B Conference held in China. Among the most significant agreements were three landmark Government-to-Business (G2B) and Business-to-Business (B2B) partnerships with Huawei Technologies, focusing on accelerating Pakistan’s digital transformation: NTC–Huawei Partnership for Fiberization & Secure ConnectivityHuawei Technologies and NTC Pakistan signed an agreement to accelerate fiberization and strengthen secure government connectivity infrastructure. The initiative will modernize Pakistan’s digital ecosystem, ensuring robust, high-speed communi...

Pakistan and U.S. Delegation Sign Landmark MoUs in Mining and Infrastructure Sectors

8Sep

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Pakistan and U.S. Delegation Sign Landmark MoUs in Mining and Infrastructure Sectors

Islamabad, September 8, 2025(Kamran Raja): A high-level U.S. delegation comprising representatives of United States Strategic Metals (USSM) and Mota-Engil Group, leading global companies in the mining and infrastructure sectors, met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif today at the Prime Minister’s House.The meeting was also attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, and Federal Ministers.The delegation is visiting Pakistan to explore opportunities for expansion of mining operations, value addition in mineral resources, and development of supporting infrastructure. During their visit, the delegation also held meetings with the Chief of Army Staff, the Minister of Petroleum, and the Minister of Comm...

Federal Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja witnesses signing of landmark MoUs at 2nd Pakistan-China B2B Conference

5Sep

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Federal Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja witnesses signing of landmark MoUs at 2nd Pakistan-China B2B Conference

Beijing September 5, 2025(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Ms. Shaza Fatima Khawaja, during her official visit to China, witnessed the signing of a series of landmark Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) at the Second Pakistan-China B2B Conference.These agreements mark a new chapter of digital cooperation, investment facilitation, and collaboration in emerging technologies between Pakistan and China.Key agreements signed include:G2G Agreement:Ministry of IT & Telecommunication (MoITT) and Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), China signed an MoU on cooperation in emerging technologies.G2B Agreements:Huawei Technologies and NTC Pakistan: Partnership in fiberization and government connectiv...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Beijing

4Sep

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Beijing

Beijing, September 4, 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a meeting with Premier Li Qiang of the People’s Republic of China earlier today. The delegation-level talks were followed by a luncheon hosted in honor of the Prime Minister and his delegation. During their warm and cordial discussions, the two leaders expressed satisfaction at the positive trajectory of Pakistan-China relations. The Prime Minister conveyed his deep gratitude to the Chinese leadership and people for their steadfast support to Pakistan’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and socio-economic development. Building on the important consensus reached during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s meeting with President Xi Jinping on September 2, 2025, both leaders reaffirmed their shared resolve to fu...

Saudi Strengthens Commitment to Pakistan with New MICE and Destination Experiences

4Sep

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Saudi Strengthens Commitment to Pakistan with New MICE and Destination Experiences

Islamabad, September 2025 (Kamran Raja):The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) has reaffirmed its strong commitment to the Pakistan market with the successful completion of a four-day B2B roadshow in Karachi and Islamabad. The initiative introduced new MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions) opportunities and destination experiences, further deepening collaboration between the two countries’ travel and business sectors. The roadshow connected Saudi stakeholders including leading hotels, destination management companies (DMCs), destination marketing organizations (DMOs), airlines, and transport providers—with Pakistani trade partners. Through one-on-one meetings, matchmaking sessions, and MICE-focused networking, the program opened new avenues for partnership while showcasing Saud...

Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning and University of Manchester Launch Defeat Cancer Campaign in Islamabad

4Sep

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Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning and University of Manchester Launch Defeat Cancer Campaign in Islamabad

Islamabad, September 5, 2025( Kamran Raja ): The Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning (PILL), in collaboration with the University of Manchester (UK), has launched the Defeat Cancer Campaign at Kohinoor Hall, Marriott Hotel, Islamabad. The initiative builds on the Moving on After Breast Cancer (ABC) clinical trial (NIHR205561), funded by the UK’s National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR), which provides culturally adapted psychosocial interventions for breast cancer survivors with depression in Pakistan.The campaign marks Pakistan’s first effort to directly link an NIHR-funded clinical trial with a national awareness initiative, bringing together policymakers, health experts, researchers, and survivors.Professor Mowadat Hussain Rana, host of the event, reflected o...

China-Pakistan Children’s Painting Competition Commemorates 80th Anniversary of Victory in World Anti-Fascist War

3Sep

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China-Pakistan Children’s Painting Competition Commemorates 80th Anniversary of Victory in World Anti-Fascist War

Islamabad, September 02, 2025(Kamran Raja):The China-Pakistan Children’s Painting Competition, themed “Join Hands to Commemorate and Paint Peace Together,” was held to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The event celebrated shared history, honored sacrifices, and reaffirmed the joint commitment of China and Pakistan to peace, justice, and friendship.Shi Yuanqiang, Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Pakistan, stated on Tuesday that the China-Pakistan partnership serves as a model for peace and cooperation among nations, Speaking at the ceremony, dignitaries highlighted the immense suffering endured by the Chinese people during the war and the res...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing

2Sep

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing

Beijing, September 2, 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, met today with President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, on the sidelines of his visit to China. Recalling their last meeting in Astana in 2024, the two leaders expressed satisfaction at the positive trajectory of Pakistan–Russia relations and the significant momentum achieved over the past year. They acknowledged that the relationship is characterized by mutual trust, respect, and warmth.The Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to deepening ties with Russia. He highlighted Pakistan’s readiness to enhance cooperation in diverse areas, including trade connectivity, energy, agriculture, investment, defence, artificial intelligence, education, culture, and people-to-p...