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Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and displacement in China: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

29Jul

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Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and displacement in China: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

Islamabad, 29 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif express sadness on the loss of lives in China.He said on his X account "We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and displacement caused by the recent torrential rains and landslides in China. On behalf of the people of Pakistan as well as on my own behalf, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and all those affected. Having recently faced similar challenges in various parts of Pakistan, we fully understand and empathize with the hardship that our Chinese brothers and sisters are enduring.We are confident that the resilience and unity of the Chinese people, under the resolute leadership of President Xi Jinping, will see them through this difficult time. The people of Paki...

Under The Royal Directives for Medical Evaluation, Conjoined Jamaican Twins Arrive in Riyadh

29Jul

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Under The Royal Directives for Medical Evaluation, Conjoined Jamaican Twins Arrive in Riyadh

Riyadh, July 29, 2025(Kamran Raja): In implementation of the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Jamaican conjoined twins Azaria and Azura arrived in Riyadh on Monday with their parents for an evaluation to determine the feasibility of a separation surgery. The twins were transported from Jamaica aboard the Ministry of Defense’s medical evacuation aircraft. Upon arrival at King Khalid International Airport, they were transferred to King Abdullah Specialist Children's Hospital at the Ministry of National Guard’s King Abdulaziz Medical City to undergo an evaluation of their condition.Advisor to the Royal Court, Supervisor General of the K...

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, met with the Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong

27Jul

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Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, met with the Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong

Islamabad 27 July(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, met with the Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, in Islamabad today.Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Mr. Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, also attended the meeting. Senior officials from both countries were present.The two sides discussed the progress of ongoing China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects and preparations for the upcoming Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) meeting, where key decisions are expected to further strengthen bilateral relations.Professor Ahsan Iqbal stated that the first phase of CPEC has been successfully completed. He highlighted that the second phase focuses on industrial cooperation, agriculture, informat...

SECRETARY OF STATE MARCO RUBIO MEETS WITH PAKISTANI DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER/FOREIGN MINISTER ISHAQ DAR

25Jul

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SECRETARY OF STATE MARCO RUBIO MEETS WITH PAKISTANI DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER/FOREIGN MINISTER ISHAQ DAR

Washington, D.C. 25 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a productive meeting with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to discuss a range of critical issues impacting U.S.-Pakistan relations. Secretary Rubio expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s continued commitment to regional stability and its constructive role in facilitating dialogues with Iran. He emphasized the importance of Pakistan’s efforts in maintaining peace in the region, underlining the significance of ongoing cooperation to address regional and global challenges. The discussion also focused on deepening bilateral counterterrorism cooperation. Both leaders reiterated their shared determination to combat terrorist groups, specifically ISIS-K, and agreed on the necessity of in...

Pakistan Presides Over UN Security Council Briefing on UN–OIC Cooperation

24Jul

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Pakistan Presides Over UN Security Council Briefing on UN–OIC Cooperation

New York, 24 July 2025 (Kamran Raja): Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, H.E. Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, presided over the United Nations Security Council briefing on cooperation between the United Nations and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to multilateralism and the strengthening of global-regional partnerships.In his statement, Senator Ishaq Dar emphasised that the meeting comes at a time of “deepening global disorder,” with escalating conflicts, expanding humanitarian crises, and the normalization of ideologies of hatred. He called for stronger, principled coordination between the UN and regional organizations like the OIC, asserting that “the urgency for coordination and principled action has never be...

DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER/FOREIGN MINISTER ISHAQ DAR MEETS WITH SAUDI MINISTER FAISAL FADHIL AL-IBRAHIM DURING PAKISTAN’S PRESIDENCY OF THE UN SECURITY COUNCIL

23Jul

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DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER/FOREIGN MINISTER ISHAQ DAR MEETS WITH SAUDI MINISTER FAISAL FADHIL AL-IBRAHIM DURING PAKISTAN’S PRESIDENCY OF THE UN SECURITY COUNCIL

United Nations, New York 23 July 2025( Ghufran )Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Ishaq Dar, met with Saudi Minister of Economy and Planning, Faisal Fadhil Al-Ibrahim, on the sidelines of high-level events during Pakistan’s Presidency of the United Nations Security Council. The two leaders reaffirmed the deep fraternal ties between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and expressed their shared commitment to achieving lasting peace, inclusive prosperity, and regional harmony. The discussions underscored the strong bilateral relationship and mutual goals in advancing the welfare of both nations. Key areas of cooperation were explored, including food security, manufacturing, and the vital mines and minerals sector. Both sides acknowledged the potenti...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed happiness over 300 Pakistani students on the successfully completed their hands-on practical training in Shaanxi Province, China

18Jul

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed happiness over 300 Pakistani students on the successfully completed their hands-on practical training in Shaanxi Province, China

Islamabad, 18th July 2025(Kamran Raja):He said on his X account "Very heartening to know that the first batch of around 300 Pakistani agriculture graduates have successfully completed their hands-on practical training in Shaanxi Province, China, in important areas of water saving irrigation, seed production, animal husbandry, agriculture production and prevention of post-harvest losses. My special thanks to the Chinese leadership, Shaanxi Government and the two universities. Appreciation for Ministry of National Food Security, HEC and Pak Embassy Beijing for their hard work in ensuring the success of this initiative. This batch is part of the 1000 Pakistani agri graduates training initiative that I had announced during my visit to China in June 2024."

Pakistan, China ink cooperation protocol to produce joint documentary

17Jul

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Pakistan, China ink cooperation protocol to produce joint documentary

Islamabad, 17 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and Managing Director of Pakistan Television Corporation Ms. Ambreen Jan and Head of the International Cooperation Department and Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Guangxi Radio and TV Station Ms. Zheng Kui have signed a cooperation protocol between Pakistan Television Corporation Ltd. and Guangxi Radio and Television.The protocol is aimed at jointly planning and producing a documentary titled The Path of Development - Pakistan, commemorating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China. The documentary will consist of two episodes, each 30 minutes in length, and is scheduled to be broadcast in May next year on the channels and new media platforms of Guangxi Radio and Tele...

Pakistan removed from the UK’s Air Safety List

16Jul

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Pakistan removed from the UK’s Air Safety List

16 July 2025, Islamabad(Kamran Raja): Today’s announcement means that all Pakistani airlines can now apply to operate flights to the UK. Following air safety improvements, the UK’s Air Safety Committee has lifted UK restrictions on Pakistani carriers. Individual airline carriers will still need to apply for permits to operate to the UK through the UK Civil Aviation Authority.British High Commissioner, Jane Marriott CMG OBE, said: “I’m grateful to aviation experts in the UK and Pakistan for their collaborative work to drive improvements to meet international safety standards. While it will take time for flights to resume, once the logistics are in place, I look forward to using a Pakistani carrier when visiting family and friends.” Decisions on de-listing states and air carriers from th...

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Meets Iranian President, Vows Deeper Bilateral Cooperation

15Jul

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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Meets Iranian President, Vows Deeper Bilateral Cooperation

‎Tehran:15 July 2025(Ghufran): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held an important meeting with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, Pakistan-Iran relations, and bilateral cooperation were discussed in detail. Mohsin Naqvi congratulated President Pezeshkian on Iran's great victory in the war. ‎Mohsin Naqvi stated that the Iranian Supreme Leader and the entire nation stood firmly against aggression. He added that the prudent leadership and excellent strategy of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei played a decisive role in the war, which is a source of pride for the Muslim Ummah. He said that Pakistan strongly condemned the attack on Iran at every forum, the Pakistani Parliament was the first to pass a resolution condemning the imposition of...