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Pakistan Day Commemorated with Flag Hoisting Ceremony at the Consulate General of Pakistan, New York
23Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan Day Commemorated with Flag Hoisting Ceremony at the Consulate General of Pakistan, New York

New York, 23 March 2026(Kamran Raja):The Consulate General of Pakistan in New York commemorated Pakistan Day with a dignified flag hoisting ceremony held at the Consulate premises.The ceremony commenced with the recitation of the Holy Quran, followed by the hoisting of the national flag by the Consul General of Pakistan, Mr. Aamer Ahmed Atozai, in the presence of officers and staff of the Consulate.Messages from the President of Pakistan, the Prime Minister of Pakistan, and the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister were read out on the occasion. The messages highlighted the historic significance of Pakistan Day, paid tribute to the vision and leadership of the founding fathers, and underscored Pakistan’s continued commitment to unity, resilience, and progress amid the country's co...
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New York State Legislature Adopts Landmark Resolution Proclaiming Pakistani-American Business Celebration Day
18Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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New York State Legislature Adopts Landmark Resolution Proclaiming Pakistani-American Business Celebration Day

New York, March 18, 2026( Nosheen):In continued recognition of the outstanding contributions of the Pakistani-American community, the New York State Assembly and Senate have adopted a Legislative Resolution proclaiming March 18, 2026, as “Pakistani-American Business Celebration Day” in the State of New York.The resolution acknowledges the pivotal role played by Pakistani-American entrepreneurs and business leaders in driving economic growth, generating employment, and enriching the cultural diversity of New York State. It highlights their contributions across key sectors including retail, hospitality, technology, finance, healthcare, and real estate. The resolution also underscores the community’s role as a vital economic and cultural bridge between Pakistan and the United States, whil...
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امریکی ریاست نیو یارک کی قانون ساز اسمبلی میں پاک-امریکہ اقتصادی تعلقات کے فروغ کے حوالے سے اہم پیش رفت
18Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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امریکی ریاست نیو یارک کی قانون ساز اسمبلی میں پاک-امریکہ اقتصادی تعلقات کے فروغ کے حوالے سے اہم پیش رفت

نیو یارک، 18 مارچ 2026(غفران):امریکی ریاست نیو یارک کی مقننہ نے پاکستانی-امریکن کمیونٹی کی نمایاں خدمات کے اعتراف میں 18 مارچ 2026 کو "پاکستانی-امریکن بزنس جشن ڈے" کے طور پر منانے کی قرارداد منظور کر لی ہے۔ یہ پیش رفت پاک-امریکہ اقتصادی تعلقات کے فروغ کے حوالے سے ایک اہم سنگ میل قرار دی جا رہی ہے۔ قرارداد میں نیو یارک کی اقتصادی ترقی، روزگار کے مواقع پیدا کرنے اور ریاست کے ثقافتی تنوع کو فروغ دینے میں پاکستانی-امریکی تاجروں اور کاروباری رہنماؤں کے کلیدی کردار کو سراہا گیا ہے۔ مزید برآں، ریٹیل، مہمان نوازی، ٹیکنالوجی، مالیات، صحت کی دیکھ بھال اور رئیل اسٹیٹ سمیت مختلف شعبوں میں پاکستانی کمیونٹی کی نمایاں شراکت کا بھی اعتراف کیا گیا ہے۔ قرارداد کے متن میں کہا گیا ہے کہ پاکستانی-امریکی کمیونٹی دونوں ممالک کے درمیان ایک مضبوط اقتصادی اور ثقافتی پل کا کردار ادا کر رہی ہے۔ اس کے ساتھ ساتھ پاکس...
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Senator Bushra Anjum Butt Highlights Pakistan’s Push for Women’s Empowerment
12Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Senator Bushra Anjum Butt Highlights Pakistan’s Push for Women’s Empowerment

United Nations, March 11, 2026(Ghufran): Senator Bushra Anjum Butt has underscored Pakistan’s parliamentary initiatives to expand women’s access to justice and increase their participation in decision-making, urging legislatures worldwide to back legal reforms with strong oversight, adequate funding, and gender-sensitive institutions. Speaking at the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and UN Women Parliamentary meeting during the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), Senator Bushra emphasized that access to justice is a core requirement for gender equality. She noted that women and girls across the world continue to face systemic barriers in justice systems, reinforced by discriminatory social norms, economic inequality, and institutional constraints, which disproportio...
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Consulate General of Pakistan-New York Hosts International Women’s Day Event
11Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Consulate General of Pakistan-New York Hosts International Women’s Day Event

New York, 11 March 2026( Nosheen):The Consulate General of Pakistan in New York commemorated International Women’s Day with a special event organized in collaboration with Brilliance Foundation International. The event brought together members of the Pakistani-American community, community leaders, professionals, and women from diverse backgrounds to celebrate the achievements and contributions of women and to recognize their vital role in community development and nation-building.The gathering served as a platform to highlight the important contributions of women within the Pakistani diaspora in the United States. Women from various professional fields- including education, business, healthcare, public service, and community organizations participated in the event, sharing their exper...
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Consulate and OPEN Mark International Women’s Day with Inspiring Discussion
8Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Consulate and OPEN Mark International Women’s Day with Inspiring Discussion

New York, 08 March 2026( Ghufran):The Consulate General of Pakistan in New York, in collaboration with the Organization of Pakistani Entrepreneurs of North America (OPEN), organized a special event at the Consulate to pay tribute to women on the occasion of International Women’s Day. The gathering was attended by a large number of community members, professionals, and entrepreneurs from diverse fields.Speaking on the occasion, the Consul General of Pakistan in New York, Mr. Aamer Ahmed Atozai, highlighted the importance of creating equal opportunities and fostering safe and supportive workplaces for women. He emphasized that promoting gender equality is a shared responsibility of society.The event also featured an engaging fireside chat with renowned Pakistani-American oncologist D...
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Pakistan Calls for Robust UNMISS Mandate and Renewed Political Commitment to Peace Process in South Sudan
11Feb By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan Calls for Robust UNMISS Mandate and Renewed Political Commitment to Peace Process in South Sudan

United Nations, February 10, 2026(Kamran Raja): There is an urgent need to prevent a relapse into widespread conflict in South Sudan, as well as deeper international engagement, full support for the Revitalized Peace Agreement, and the preservation of a robust United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, made these remarks while delivering a national statement at a UN Security Council briefing on the situation in South Sudan today. He described the prevailing situation in South Sudan as extremely fragile and warned that failure to act decisively would have devastating consequences for the South Sudanese people and the wider region. “The cost of failure would be borne first and foremost by the Sou...
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Statement by Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Permanent Representative of Pakistan At the Security Council Briefing under agenda on “The Situation in the Middle East” (Iran)
16Jan By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Statement by Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Permanent Representative of Pakistan At the Security Council Briefing under agenda on “The Situation in the Middle East” (Iran)

United Nations, (15 January 2026) Ghufran:Thank you, Mr. President,I thank Assistant Secretary General Martha Pobee for her briefing on behalf of the Secretariat. Let me also note the importance of objectivity and competence as regards the briefings by civil society for an informed discussion. Needless to re-emphasize here the respect for decorum of this Council.2. We have been carefully observing developments in Iran and the region in recent days. New threats to regional peace and stability are emerging at a time of heightened tensions and thus remain a serious cause of concern.3. Iran is an immediate neighbour of Pakistan and a brotherly country. The people of our two nations share deep-rooted historical, friendly, cultural and religious bonds.4. We hope for an early ...
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Statement by Ambassador Usman Jadoon Acting Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN During the UNSC Briefing on Israel’s recognition of “Somaliland” region of the Federal Republic of Somalia
30Dec By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Statement by Ambassador Usman Jadoon Acting Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN During the UNSC Briefing on Israel’s recognition of “Somaliland” region of the Federal Republic of Somalia

United Nations 29 December 2025(Ghufran):Mr. President, We thank you for convening today’s meeting at this critical moment for Somalia and the wider Horn of Africa region. I thank ASG Khalid Khiari for the briefing.2. At the outset, let me express Pakistan’s unwavering and steadfast support to the sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia.3. We strongly condemn the unilateral and unlawful recognition by Israel of the “Somaliland” region of the Federal Republic of Somalia. It is a direct assault on Somalia’s internationally recognized borders and constitutes a flagrant violation of international law. The “Somaliland” region remains an integral, inseparable, and inalienable part of Somalia. No external actor has either the legal standing or ...
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Pakistan Urges Global Community to Tackle Root Causes of Human Trafficking at UN High-Level Meeting
26Nov By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan Urges Global Community to Tackle Root Causes of Human Trafficking at UN High-Level Meeting

United Nations, New York – 25 November 2025(Kamran Raja): Pakistan has called for a comprehensive and coordinated global effort to address human trafficking by focusing on its underlying causes, including economic disparities, limited legal pathways for regular migration, and the need for conflict prevention and resolution. Speaking at the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the appraisal of the Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons, Ambassador Usman Jadoon, Deputy Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, warned that restrictive visa policies and stringent border control regimes risk worsening existing challenges and driving vulnerable individuals toward human smugglers. Ambassador Jadoon highlighted that armed conflicts, climate-induced di...
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