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A Key Meeting on Muharram Security Arrangements in Islamabad Chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi

25Jun

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A Key Meeting on Muharram Security Arrangements in Islamabad Chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi

25 June 2025,Islamabad(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi chaired a high-level meeting regarding security and other arrangements during Muharram at the Ministry of Interior. During the meeting, the security and administrative measures planned for Islamabad during Muharram were reviewed in detail. The Interior Minister directed strict checking at the entry and exit points of all processions and Majalis. A central control room will be established at Safe City, and multi-layered security will be deployed for the protection of Majalis and processions. A comprehensive traffic management plan has also been devised. The geo-tagging of all Imambargahs, Majalis, and procession routes has been completed. Mohsin Naqvi stated that there will be zero tolerance against inflammatory...

Pakistan & US Host Webinar to Promote Investment in Pakistan’s Mining Sector Amongst American Investors

25Jun

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Pakistan & US Host Webinar to Promote Investment in Pakistan’s Mining Sector Amongst American Investors

ISLAMABAD, June 25, 2025(Kamran Raja):Government of Pakistan in collaboration with the USA Embassy in Pakistan, hosted a high-level webinar "Opportunities in Pakistan’s Mining Sector – Unlocking Mineral Potential" aimed at promoting investment opportunities in Pakistan’s minerals and mining sector to American investors and companies. This direct line virtual event was hosted together by Federal Minister of Energy (Petroleum Division) Ali Pervaiz Malik and U.S. Chargé d’Affaires to Pakistan H.E Natalie Baker at Oil & Gas Development Company (OGDCL) Head Office in Islamabad. The webinar brought together senior officials from Pakistan’s Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division), leading Pakistani mineral and energy companies, representatives of the Special Investment Facilitation ...

MEETING OF THE SECURITY COUNCIL OF SHANGHAI COOPERATION ORGANIZATION

25Jun

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MEETING OF THE SECURITY COUNCIL OF SHANGHAI COOPERATION ORGANIZATION

Beijing, China: 24 June 2025(Kamran Raja): National Security Advisor (NSA) is attending 20th meeting of the secretaries of the Security Council of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Member States being held on 24 June 2025 at Beijing, China. During the visit, in addition to interacting with Chinese leadership, NSA will also deliver important speech reiterating Pakistan’s stance on global, regional situation and contributions to peace and security, besides meets with key leadership of SCO countries to enhance bilateral and security cooperation.As part of his engagements, NSA will emphasize on Pakistan’s desire about a stable and peaceful neighborhood and its role as a Net Regional Stabilizer.

Funeral prayer of Major Syed Moiz Abbas Shah Shaheed: ISPR

25Jun

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Funeral prayer of Major Syed Moiz Abbas Shah Shaheed: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 25 June, 2025(Kamran Raja): Funeral prayer of Major Syed Moiz Abbas Shah Shaheed (age; 37 years, resident of District Chakwal) who embraced martyrdom in an operation while bravely fighting against Indian sponsored Fitna al Khawarij in Sararogha, South Waziristan District, was offered at Chaklala Garrison, Rawalpindi. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M) Chief of Army Staff, Federal Minister for Interior, Senior serving Military and Civil Officials, officers and soldiers attended the funeral.“Major Syed Moiz Abbas fought bravely in the face of resistance and ultimately laid down his life in the line of duty, upholding the highest traditions of bravery, sacrifice, and patriotism. The entire nation stands united in grief and pride, saluting his ultimate sacrifice for the defe...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif speaks to the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Muhammad Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz

24Jun

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif speaks to the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Muhammad Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz

ISLAMABAD, 24 June 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, this evening.During their most warm and cordial conversation, the Prime Minister conveyed his warm regards and profound respects to The Custodian of the two Holy Mosques, His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. He also warmly felicitated His Royal Highness on the successful completion of Hajj this year and thanked the Kingdom for the gracious hospitality extended to the Pakistani pilgrims.The Prime Minister reiterated profound gratitude for the Kingdom’s steadfast support to Pakistan during the recent standoff with India. He stated th...

UK partnership brings new 250-bed Islamabad hospital closer to opening

24Jun

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UK partnership brings new 250-bed Islamabad hospital closer to opening

24 June 2025,Islamabad(Kamran Raja): The first NHS Trust partnership with a Pakistani hospital will focus on sharing clinical best practices and staff development. London’s Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust will provide specialist knowledge and advice on hospital planning, staffing and training to Novacare. In turn, affiliate fees from services will be reinvested back into Imperial’s NHS services. The hospital is designed to offer comprehensive care across 28 clinical specialties, including cardiology, oncology, orthopaedics, neurology, and maternal health. It is set to open in 2026 and will feature advanced infrastructure such as smart building management systems, AI-optimised vertical transportation, and infection control and fall prevention technologies.British High Commissioner...

Ambassador of China H.E. Jiang Zaidong called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif

24Jun

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Ambassador of China H.E. Jiang Zaidong called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif

ISLAMABAD: June 24, 2025(Kamran Raja): Amb. Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China, called on the Prime Minister, this morning. The Prime Minister conveyed his warm regards and good wishes for President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang. The Prime Minister extended his sincere best wishes for the successful holding of the upcoming SCO Summit. He acknowledged the ongoing consultations between the two sides concerning his visit to China to attend the Summit. Recalling the historic, deep-rooted and iron-clad "All Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership" between Pakistan and China, the Prime Minister said that Pakistan was fully committed to continue working closely with China for the successful implementation of ongoing CPEC projects. In this regard, he highlighted key pr...

National Security Committee Chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

23Jun

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National Security Committee Chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

ISLAMABAD: 23 June 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a meeting of the National Security Committee (NSC) today to review the evolving regional situation following Israeli aggression against Iran. The Committee strongly condemned Israel's acts of aggression and expressed regret that these military attacks coincided with a constructive negotiation process between Iran and the United States. These reckless actions have escalated tensions, threatening to ignite a wider conflict and diminishing the opportunities for dialogue and diplomacy. The NSC reaffirmed Iran's right to self-defense as enshrined in the UN Charter. The Committee conveyed condolences to the Government and people of Iran on loss of innocent lives and prayed for the recovery of injured. While rei...

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, held a comprehensive and candid exchange with senior scholars, analysts, policy experts, and representatives of leading international media outlets in Washington D.C: ISPR

20Jun

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Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, held a comprehensive and candid exchange with senior scholars, analysts, policy experts, and representatives of leading international media outlets in Washington D.C: ISPR

ISPR:Rawalpindi, 20 June 2025(Kamran Raja): During his official visit to the United States, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, held a comprehensive and candid exchange with senior scholars, analysts, policy experts, and representatives of leading international media outlets in Washington D.C. The interaction with prominent U.S. think tanks and representatives of the strategic affairs institutions, provided an opportunity to articulate Pakistan’s principled stance on key regional and global issues, and to deepen understanding of Pakistan’s strategic outlook. In his remarks, the Chief of Army Staff highlighted Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to regional peace and stability, and its constructive role in fostering a rules-based international order. The Field Marsha...

20Jun

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Message from the Prime Minister of Pakistan on World Refugee Day – 20 June 2025

20 June 2025(Kamran Raja): This year, the World Refugee Day is being commemorated in the backdrop of escalating challenges pushing millions in forced displacement across the globe. Conflict, being the primary driver of forcibly displaced and refugee situations, must be stopped, prevented and resolved with dialogue and diplomacy paving the way for international peace and security as enshrined in the UN Charter. Only by addressing the root causes through peaceful means can we hope to reverse the trend of protracted refugee situations. For over four decades, Pakistan has hosted millions of Afghan brethren fleeing conflict amid various phases of instability in Afghanistan, despite scarce international support. By opening our home and hearts, the people of Pakistan have demonstrated exemplary ...