Monday, July 27

PAKISTAN NEWS

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 By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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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...
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EU Ambassador pays farewell call on the Prime Minister
25Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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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...
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Saudi Naval Chief Calls on CJCSC at Joint Staff Headquarters
24Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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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.
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President Asif Ali Zardari Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Pakistan-China Ties
24Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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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 ...
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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
23Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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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...
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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs review meeting on security arrangements for Chinese residents in the country
22Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs review meeting on security arrangements for Chinese residents in the country

Islamabad: July 22, 2025(Kamran Raja): While charing a review meeting Prime Minister said Several steps are being taken to make the security of Chinese residents effective across the country, including Islamabad. Safe City projects are a prime example of this growing capability. Safe City projects are being built across the country as per international standards.He said that China is our friendly country. We have historical relations based on brotherhood with China. The protection of Chinese brothers is the top priority of the Government of Pakistan. The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is a very important joint project of Pakistan and China. The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor is now entering its second phase in which matters will be settled on a business-to-business basis bet...
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Pakistan DPM and UK Minister discuss regional & global developments
22Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan DPM and UK Minister discuss regional & global developments

United Nations 22 July 2025(Ghufran):Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met the UK Minister for Africa, the UN, Commonwealth, and Multilateral Affairs, Lord Collins of Highbury, on the sidelines of the UNSC Open Debate under Pakistan’s presidency.They reaffirmed commitment to deepening Pakistan-UK cooperation in economy, trade, and parliamentary engagement, and acknowledged the constructive role of the Pakistani diaspora in the UK.On multilateral matters, Lord Collins welcomed Pakistan’s contributions to strengthening dispute settlement mechanisms during its UNSC presidency.Both leaders discussed regional and global developments, including the situation in IIOJK. They expressed deep concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and stressed the im...
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The Dawn of a Clean Energy Age is Here
21Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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The Dawn of a Clean Energy Age is Here

New York, 21 July 2025 (kamran Raja): In a powerful call to action, the United Nations Secretary General today declared that the world is at a critical turning point to supercharge the clean energy age, urging governments, industries, and citizens to seize this historic opportunity for a cleaner, fairer, and more secure future. Speaking under the theme  A Moment of Opportunity, Supercharging the Clean Energy Age, the Secretary General highlighted that clean energy investment is now outpacing fossil fuels, with renewables providing cheaper, faster, and more secure energy solutions. The era of fossil fuels is desperately struggling and collapsing as the world moves to clean energy. “We are entering a new age where clean, affordable energy will create many economic opportunities,” he said. L...
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Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Prince Alwaleed bin Khalid bin Talal: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
21Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Prince Alwaleed bin Khalid bin Talal: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

Islamabad, 21 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expresses condolences on the death of Saudi prince.In his message on the social networking website X, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif wrote that:"Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Prince Alwaleed bin Khalid bin Talal.His long and courageous struggle drew admiration and prayers from many across the world. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques HM King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Royal Family, and the brotherly people of Saudi Arabia.May Allah grant him exalted ranks in Jannah."
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Iranian Interior Minister Calls Mohsin Naqvi, Expresses Condolences over the loss caused by recent Floods
21Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Iranian Interior Minister Calls Mohsin Naqvi, Expresses Condolences over the loss caused by recent Floods

‎Islamabad. 21 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni called Pakistan’s Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to express condolences over the loss of lives and property caused by recent floods in Pakistan. ‎Interior Minister Momeni conveyed heartfelt sympathy to the families of the deceased and said that Iran stands with the Government and people of Pakistan in this difficult time. He also offered all possible assistance for the flood-affected people. ‎ ‎During the call, the two ministers also discussed the upcoming visit of Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian to Pakistan, scheduled for July 26. Minister Momeni also expressed gratitude to Mohsin Naqvi for his recent visit to Iran. ‎In response, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi thanked his Iranian counterpart...
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