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U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Calls on Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb

28Jul

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U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Calls on Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb

Islamabad, July 28, 2025(Kamran Raja): Ms. Elizabeth Horst, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Pakistan, called on Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, at the Finance Division today. The meeting served as an opportunity to exchange views on matters of mutual interest and to reaffirm the positive trajectory of bilateral relations between Pakistan and the United States.The Finance Minister expressed appreciation for the longstanding support extended by the United States towards Pakistan’s economic development. He particularly lauded the continued U.S. support for macroeconomic stability achieved over the past year and a half, and welcomed the healthy momentum in bilateral engagement across various sectors.Recalling his recent visit to the United States, the Mi...

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, met with the Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong

27Jul

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Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, met with the Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong

Islamabad 27 July(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, met with the Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, in Islamabad today.Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Mr. Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, also attended the meeting. Senior officials from both countries were present.The two sides discussed the progress of ongoing China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects and preparations for the upcoming Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) meeting, where key decisions are expected to further strengthen bilateral relations.Professor Ahsan Iqbal stated that the first phase of CPEC has been successfully completed. He highlighted that the second phase focuses on industrial cooperation, agriculture, informat...

Government of Pakistan has conferred the prestigious award of Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon General Michael E. Kurilla, Commander of United States Central Command: ISPR

26Jul

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Government of Pakistan has conferred the prestigious award of Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon General Michael E. Kurilla, Commander of United States Central Command: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 26 July 2025(Kamran Raja): The Government of Pakistan has conferred the prestigious award of Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon General Michael E. Kurilla, Commander of United States Central Command (USCENTCOM), in recognition of his exemplary service and pivotal role in advancing enduring military cooperation between Pakistan and the United States.In a formal investiture ceremony held at the Aiwan-e-Sadr, President Asif Ali Zardari conferred the decoration upon General Kurilla, acknowledging his outstanding contributions to regional security and his dedicated efforts in strengthening strategic defence ties between the two countries.General Kurilla’s visionary leadership has been instrumental in fostering mutual understanding, enhancing defence collaboration, and deepening...

Pakistan Urges Immediate De-escalation and Protection of Civilians Amid Ongoing Ukraine Conflict

25Jul

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Pakistan Urges Immediate De-escalation and Protection of Civilians Amid Ongoing Ukraine Conflict

New York, 25 July 2025 (Kamran Raja): At a United Nations Security Council briefing on the humanitarian situation in Ukraine, Ambassador Usman Jadoon, Deputy Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, delivered a statement reaffirming Pakistan’s deep concern over the ongoing hostilities and their devastating humanitarian impact. Ambassador Jadoon thanked ASG Miroslav Jenca and ASG Masuya for their comprehensive briefings and emphasized that the protracted conflict now in its fourth year continues to exact a severe human toll. “The war in Ukraine has displaced millions, shattered lives and livelihoods, and inflicted widespread damage on civilian infrastructure,” he stated. “This conflict has shown that war spares no one, and its ripple effects threaten global peace and sta...

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi lauds police personnel for foiling a terrorist attack by Indian-sponsored militants on Basyakhel Police Station in Bannu ‎

25Jul

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Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi lauds police personnel for foiling a terrorist attack by Indian-sponsored militants on Basyakhel Police Station in Bannu ‎

Islamabad, 25 July 2025(Nosheen): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has commended the police personnel for thwarting a terrorist attack by Indian-sponsored militants on the Basyakhel Police Station in Bannu. Appreciating the bravery and professionalism of the police, Mohsin Naqvi saluted the personnel who courageously confronted the Indian-sponsored terrorists. ‎ ‎Interior Minister stated that the police responded to the attack with valor and decisively foiled the nefarious designs of the terrorists. He emphasized that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police is on the front lines in the war against terrorism and expressed pride in the courage of its personnel.

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Pakistan, undertook an official visit to the People’s Republic of China: ISPR

25Jul

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Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Pakistan, undertook an official visit to the People’s Republic of China: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 25 July 2025(Kamran Raja): During the visit, the COAS held a series of high-level meetings in Beijing with senior Chinese political and military leadership, reaffirming the ironclad strategic partnership between Pakistan and China. The COAS called on His Excellency Han Zheng, Vice President of the People’s Republic of China and His Excellency Wang Yi, Foreign Minister of China. Discussions focused on the evolving regional and global political landscape, connectivity initiatives under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and the need for coordinated responses to shared geopolitical challenges. Both sides expressed satisfaction over the depth of bilateral engagement and reiterated their shared commitment to sovereign equality, multilateral cooperation, and long-term regio...

EU Ambassador pays farewell call on the Prime Minister

25Jul

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EU Ambassador pays farewell call on the Prime Minister

ISLAMABAD: 25 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Amb. Riina Kionka, Ambassador of the European Union (EU), paid a farewell call on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister’s House this morning. While congratulating the Ambassador on the successful completion of her tenure in Pakistan, the Prime Minister thanked her for making important contributions towards the strengthening of Pakistan-EU relations. He particularly appreciated the Ambassador’s efforts in ensuring significant support from the EU during the 2022 floods in Pakistan. The Prime Minister underscored the significance of EU as one of Pakistan’s largest trading partners and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to the GSP Plus scheme, which had proved to be mutually beneficial for both sides. The Prime Minister also conv...

Saudi Naval Chief Calls on CJCSC at Joint Staff Headquarters

24Jul

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Saudi Naval Chief Calls on CJCSC at Joint Staff Headquarters

Rawalpindi, 24 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Vice Admiral Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Ghuraybi, Chief of the Naval Staff, Royal Saudi Naval Forces, called on General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), at Joint Staff Headquarters, Rawalpindi today. During the meeting, both sides discussed regional security dynamics in the Middle East and South Asia, with a focus on maritime security. General Sahir Shamshad Mirza highlighted the strong and historic brotherly relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia and emphasized the shared commitment to further strengthen bilateral defence cooperation. Earlier, upon arrival at Joint Staff Headquarters, Vice Admiral Al Ghuraybi was presented a Guard of Honour by a smartly turned-out tri-services contingent.

President Asif Ali Zardari Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Pakistan-China Ties

24Jul

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President Asif Ali Zardari Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Pakistan-China Ties

Islamabad, 24 July 2025(Kamran Raja): The Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Pakistan, Mr. Jiang Zaidong, called on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr today to discuss matters of mutual interest and bilateral cooperation. During the meeting, President Zardari underscored that Pakistan deeply values its longstanding and all-weather friendship with China and is committed to further enhancing cooperation in diverse areas including trade, economic growth, culture, and regional connectivity. Highlighting the vast potential for collaboration, the President emphasized the importance of working together to advance peace, security, and prosperity in the region. He noted that China has consistently stood by Pakistan in times of need, and the people of Pakistan are grateful for ...

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives chaired the fifth meeting of the Prime Minister’s Committee on the Socio-Economic Domain

23Jul

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Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives chaired the fifth meeting of the Prime Minister’s Committee on the Socio-Economic Domain

Islamabad, July 23, 2025(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal chaired the fifth meeting of the Prime Minister’s Committee on the Socio-Economic Domain in Islamabad on Wednesday. The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including Secretary Planning Awais Manzur Sumra, representatives from NACTA, Finance Ministers from all four provinces and Azad Jammu & Kashmir, senior officials from federal and provincial ministries, and members of provincial socio-political committees.Member Governance Dr. Adnan Rafiq presented a detailed review of the progress made by provincial governments on the committee's earlier decisions, alongside the compliance status of outcomes from the fourth meeting. Discussions centered around ensuring equ...