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Statement by the Spokesperson Regarding Media Queries Related to Visits of High Level Delegations
2Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Statement by the Spokesperson Regarding Media Queries Related to Visits of High Level Delegations

Islamabad, 2 June 2025, (Kamran Raja): In response to media inquiries, the Spokesperson confirmed that, under the directive of Prime Minister, Shahbaz Sharif, high-level Pakistani delegations will engage with key capitals in June, including Moscow, to present Pakistan’s perspective on recent Indian aggression and Pakistan’s measured and responsible conduct.Special Assistant to the Prime Minister, Syed Tariq Fatemi, will lead the delegation to Moscow from 2 to 4 June 2025. During the visit, he is scheduled to hold meetings with senior Russian officials and also engage with media and think tanks. 
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Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik engages with OICCI
30May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik engages with OICCI

Karachi, May 30, 2025(News Desk): Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik held a detailed interactive session with the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI), attended by senior business leaders from both local and multinational companies. Discussions focused on Pakistan’s energy priorities and the path to long-term economic stability. The Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to structural reforms, accelerated policy execution, and enhanced industry engagement. He outlined key investment opportunities in upstream exploration, pipeline development, and downstream processing, aligned with the global shift toward cleaner energy. He further highlighted the recent FDI-related successes in attracting foreign investment in the mining sector, which aim...
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two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province: ISPR
29May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 29 May 2025(Nosheen): On 28 May 2025, seven khwarij belonging to Indian proxy Fitna al Khwarij were killed in two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province.On night 28-29 May, Indian sponsored khwarij attempted to attack a Security Forces Check Post in general area Shawal, North Waziristan District. The attempt was effectively thwarted by own troops and in ensuing fire exchange, six Indian sponsored Khwarij were sent to hell.However, during intense fire exchange, Lieutenant Daniyal Ismail (age: 24 years, resident of District Mardan), a brave young officer who was leading his troops from front, fought gallantly and embraced Shahadat along with his three men. The three soldiers who paid ultimate sacrifice include Naib Subedar Kashif Raza (age: 42 years, resident...
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Pakistan National Heart Association organized a vital interaction
29May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan National Heart Association organized a vital interaction

Islamabad – May 29, 2025(Ghufran): Pakistan National Heart Association (PANAH) has organized a vital interaction between the Youth of Pakistan and the Standing Committee of the National Assembly on Health at the Ministry of National Health Services on May 29, 2025. This forum aims to provide a platform for young Pakistanis to directly engage with policymakers and pose critical questions: Is the health of the nation more important than corporate profits? Will the government prioritize youth health or protect industry investments? This event comes at a crucial time when the Federal Budget 2025-26 is being finalized and public health advocates are raising the alarm over aggressive lobbying by the beverage industry. These companies are using familiar tactics—framing taxes as a threat to foreig...
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Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal Hosts Chinese Ambassador: Discussions on Gwadar Port, CPEC 2.0 Expansion, Agricultural Cooperation, and Upcoming JCC
29May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal Hosts Chinese Ambassador: Discussions on Gwadar Port, CPEC 2.0 Expansion, Agricultural Cooperation, and Upcoming JCC

29 May 2025, Islamabad(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, hosted a luncheon in honor of the Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, H.E. Jiang Zaidong, at his residence today. The Chinese delegation included Minister Counselor Yang Guanguan, Minister Counselor H.E. Xu Hangtian, Mr. Yang Dapeng, and Mr. Wang Jingjiu.Ambassador Jiang appreciated the recent return of peace and stability in the region and Pakistan’s responsible conduct during the conflict and hoped that peace will bring dividends for Pakistan. Minister Iqbal extended gratitude to the Ambassador and the Chinese government for extending Pakistan unwavering support during time of crisis.“At every critical juncture in our history, China has stood by Pakistan as a ...
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Field Marshal Syed interacted with participants of ‘Hilal Talks’ at the Army Auditorium: ISPR
29May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Field Marshal Syed interacted with participants of ‘Hilal Talks’ at the Army Auditorium: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 29 May 2025(Kamran Raja): Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), interacted with participants of ‘Hilal Talks’ at the Army Auditorium today. Spanning interactive sessions and group discussions on a range of international, regional and national issues, Hilal Talks are intended to act as a forum for perspective sharing among members of Pakistan’s academic community.As an acknowledgment of the critical role that academia plays in national progress, through innovation, research and in influencing perceptions, the forum brought together around 1800 members of the academic community, comprising Vice Chancellors, Heads of Departments, senior faculty members, principals and students from institutions across Pakistan; majority of whom participated in the Talks t...
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Youm-e-Takbeer: Lt. Gen. Kidwai speaks at ISSI Seminar on “The Future of Deterrence and Emerging Challenges”
28May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Youm-e-Takbeer: Lt. Gen. Kidwai speaks at ISSI Seminar on “The Future of Deterrence and Emerging Challenges”

May 28, 2025(Ghufran): As part of the commemoration of Youm-e-Takbeer, the Arms Control and Disarmament Centre (ACDC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted a seminar titled “The Future of Deterrence and Emerging Challenges” Lt. General (R) Khalid Ahmed Kidwai, NI(M), HI, HI(M), Advisor National Command Authority (NCA), and former DG SPD, was the chief guest. Distinguished speakers included: Amb. Zamir Akram, Advisor SPD; Air Commodore (R) Khalid Banuri, Senior Advisor Training Rejuvenation and Jinnah Centre for Character and Leadership (JCCL), AHQ Islamabad; and Dr. Salma Malik, Associate Professor, Department of Defence and Strategic Studies, QAU.In his keynote address, Lt. General (R) Khalid Ahmed Kidwai underscored the emergence of a “new normal” in South Asi...
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20 Chinese Companies Offer Over 500 Jobs to Pakistani Youth at “Job Fair 2025”
27May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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20 Chinese Companies Offer Over 500 Jobs to Pakistani Youth at “Job Fair 2025”

Islamabad, May 27, 2025(Kamran Raja): In a landmark event underscoring the strength of Pakistan-China cooperation, the China Chamber of Commerce in Pakistan (CCCPK) and the National Vocational & Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC), under the guidance of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Pakistan, successfully inaugurated the Job Fair 2025 today at the Pak-China Friendship Centre, Islamabad. Held under the theme “Bridging Skills; Building Futures”, the job fair brought together 20 leading Chinese companies operating in Pakistan, offering over 500 employment opportunities to talented Pakistani technical and vocational graduates. The event was graced by H.E. Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Pakistan, and Honorable Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, ...
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Prime Minister Calls on the Supreme Leader of Iran
26May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister Calls on the Supreme Leader of Iran

Tehran: 26 May 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif paid a courtesy call on His Eminence Sayyed Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran today on 26th May,2025. The Prime Minister was accompanied by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Federal Minister for Interior Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi and Federal Minister for Information Attaullah Tarrar.During the call, the Prime Minister conveyed his deepest respect to the Supreme Leader underlining that His Eminence was an iconic figure in the Muslim World and the Muslim Ummah looked up to him for guidance and patronage. The Prime Minister briefed HE about recent conflict with India and India’s hegemonistic and revisionist designs and profusely thanked leadershi...
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Pakistan Railway Minister Meeting with Ambassador of Saudi Arabia
26May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan Railway Minister Meeting with Ambassador of Saudi Arabia

26 May 2025 Islamabad(Kamran Raja): Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi today met with the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia, Mr. Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmed Al-Maliki, in which the two leaders discussed matters of mutual interest between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, bilateral cooperation, investment, and strengthening relations in other important areas. In the meeting, both sides appreciated the long-standing historical, religious and economic relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia and agreed that these relations are very important for the prosperity and development of the people of both countries. Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi said that Saudi Arabia is a key partner of Pakistan and the two countries should take their relations to new heights. The Railways Minister termed the...
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