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Former Chairman CJCSC General Zubair Mahmood Hayat Shares Strategic Perspective on Peace and Stability in South Asia at ISSI

11Jul

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Former Chairman CJCSC General Zubair Mahmood Hayat Shares Strategic Perspective on Peace and Stability in South Asia at ISSI

July 11, 2025(Kamran Raja): In its latest edition of the Thought Leaders Forum (TLF), the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted General Zubair Mahmood Hayat, NI(M), HI(M), Former Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), as the Distinguished Speaker. The session focused on the theme “Peace and Stability in South Asia and Beyond.” Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, in his welcome remarks, highlighted the rapid transformation of the global order, marked by intensified great power competition, militarisation, erosion of multilateralism, and the rise of non-traditional security threats. Focusing on the recent crisis in South Asia, Ambassador Sohail Mahmood drew attention to India's baseless allegations against Pakistan following a terrorist incident in Indian Illegally Occupi...

NDMA warns of potential flooding in several regions

11Jul

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NDMA warns of potential flooding in several regions

ISLAMABAD, Jul 11 (Ghufran): The National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC), under the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), has issued an advisory urging the public to take precautionary measures in anticipation of moderate to heavy monsoon rains expected to affect multiple regions of the country between Sunday to Tuesday, (July 13 and 17, 2025). The National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC) has issued a hydrological outlook and an impact-based weather alert for a three-day period commencing Sunday, July 13, 2025. The forecast indicates moderate to heavy monsoon rainfall across various regions of Pakistan, attributed to intensified moisture inflow from the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea, coupled with an active westerly wave system. As a consequence, substantial rises in r...

Federal Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik Advances Strategic Energy Dialogue with Uzbekistan

11Jul

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Federal Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik Advances Strategic Energy Dialogue with Uzbekistan

Islamabad, July 11,2025(Nosheen): Federal Minister for Petroleum, Ali Pervaiz Malik, emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to deepening energy collaboration with Uzbekistan during a meeting with His Excellency Mr. Alisher Tukhtaev, Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Pakistan, held today. The discussions centered on strengthening bilateral ties, with a particular focus on expanding cooperation in the oil and gas sector. Ambassador Tukhtaev lauded Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif’s recent successful visit to Uzbekistan, which has paved the way for stronger economic and energy partnerships. He reaffirmed Uzbekistan’s commitment to elevating bilateral trade to $2 billion in the coming years and identified the energy sector as a key area for mutual growth. He noted significant opportunities for joint explorat...

First Time in History, Rs. 1,046 Billion Spent on Development Projects in a Single Fiscal Year 2024-2025

10Jul

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First Time in History, Rs. 1,046 Billion Spent on Development Projects in a Single Fiscal Year 2024-2025

Islamabad, July 10, 2025(Memoona): Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, while addressing the media at the launch of the Monthly Development Update for July 2025, said that the fiscal year 2024–25 concluded with encouraging macroeconomic indicators.The Minister noted first time ever Rs. 1,046 billion (96%) of the PSDP for FY2024–25 had been utilized, reflecting strong implementation. This utilization is driving inclusive growth through targeted investments in exports, innovation, and human development. The PSDP, which was limited to Rs. 754 billion last year, is now back on the path of growth, said Ahsan IqbalHe noted that GDP growth is on an upward trajectory, inflation has eased, and both fiscal and external sector stability have been ...

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), chaired the 271st Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) at GHQ: ISPR

10Jul

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Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), chaired the 271st Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) at GHQ: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 10 July, 2025(Kamran Raja): Forum offered Fateha for the martyrs of recent terrorist attacks by Indian sponsored proxies. Taking stock of recent successes against terrorist proxies, Forum resolved that blood of our Shuhada will not go waste and the safety and security of people of Pakistan remain top most priority for the Armed Forces of Pakistan. Forum strongly asserted that it is imperative to take decisive and holistic actions at all levels against the Indian backed and sponsored proxies. Following its manifest defeat in direct aggression against Pakistan, post Pahalgam incident, India is now doubling down to further its nefarious agenda through its proxies of Fitna Al Khawarij and Fitna Al Hindustan.The COAS shared details of Pakistan’s proactive and successful diplomat...

Finance Minister Highlights Urgent Need for Population Management and Human Capital Investment at World Population Day Event

10Jul

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Finance Minister Highlights Urgent Need for Population Management and Human Capital Investment at World Population Day Event

Islamabad, 10th July 2025(Nosheen): Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, addressed a high-level national event organized by the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination in Islamabad today to mark World Population Day. The event was attended by Federal Minister for National Health Services Syed Mustafa Kamal, Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal, Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry, as well as prominent religious scholars, members of civil society, and senior government officials. In his address, the Finance Minister underscored that under the leadership of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, the government is pursuing a broad-based reform agenda covering key area...

Federal Minister of Information Meeting with Deputy Head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee

10Jul

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Federal Minister of Information Meeting with Deputy Head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee

Beijing10 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar met with Deputy Head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee and Minister Cao Shumin in Beijing. The meeting discussed in detail the expansion of bilateral media cooperation between Pakistan and China, including joint productions, combating fake news, training programs, and cultural exchanges. The two leaders described the ongoing partnership in the media sector as a manifestation of mutual trust and long-standing friendship. They also agreed on cooperation between the countries’ public broadcasters to combat fake news, including a common narrative against fake news, technical training and institutional collaboration. The Federal Minister for Information said that Pakistan c...

10Jul

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Meets Sheikha Asma Al Thani, First Qatari Woman to Summit Nanga Parbat

Islamabad, 10 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif welcomed Sheikha Asma Al Thani, the pioneering Qatari mountaineer, in Islamabad today and congratulated her on becoming the first woman in Gulf and Qatar to successfully summit Nanga Parbat, the formidable “Killer Mountain” of Pakistan. During the meeting, the Prime Minister lauded Sheikha Asma’s remarkable courage, resilience, and determination in achieving this significant milestone. He commended her for being a source of inspiration for women and young girls across the world, especially in promoting gender empowerment through adventure and high-altitude sports. In recognition of her achievement and commitment to showcasing Pakistan’s natural beauty, the Prime Minister formally appointed Sheikha Asma Al Thani as...

Minister of State for Finance and Railways and Head of the Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit, Holds Meeting with H.E. Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, UAE Minister of State for Financial Affairs

10Jul

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Minister of State for Finance and Railways and Head of the Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit, Holds Meeting with H.E. Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, UAE Minister of State for Financial Affairs

Dubai, July 9, 2025(Ghufran): As part of his ongoing visit to the United Arab Emirates, leading a high-level delegation under the UAE Government’s Experience Exchange Programme (EEP), Mr. Bilal Azhar Kayani, Minister of State for Finance and Railways and Head of the Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit, held a bilateral meeting with H.E. Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, UAE Minister of State for Financial Affairs, today. The meeting underscored the strong and longstanding economic partnership between Pakistan and the UAE and reiterated the importance of structured knowledge sharing to strengthen governance and policy design. Minister Kayani expressed Pakistan’s deep appreciation for the UAE’s continued financial support, which has played a vital role in maintaining the country’s economic stability....

Meeting of the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan with the Foreign Minister and National Defence Minister of Türkiye

9Jul

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Meeting of the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan with the Foreign Minister and National Defence Minister of Türkiye

Islamabad, 9 July 2025(Ghufran): On the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, Hakan Fidan, co-chair of the Joint Commission under the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council (HLSCC) framework, and the Minister of National Defence, Yasar Güler, co-chair of the Joint Ministerial Commission, are visiting Islamabad today. The Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister welcomed the visiting dignitaries and underscored the close and brotherly relations between Pakistan and Türkiye. He appreciated the growing momentum in bilateral cooperation and stressed the importance of expanding collaboration in areas such as trade, investment, and energy. The Turkish Foreign Minister conveyed warm greetings f...