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President Zardari meets Chairman of Chery Holding in Shanghai

16Sep

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President Zardari meets Chairman of Chery Holding in Shanghai

Shanghai, 16 September 2025(Kamran Raja): President Asif Ali Zardari met Mr Yin Tongyue, Chairman of the Board of Chery Holding Co., Ltd. and Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., in Shanghai today. He was accompanied by First Lady Bibi Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, and Senator Saleem Mandviwalla. The President thanked Mr Yin for his detailed briefing and welcomed Chery Auto’s growing interest in Pakistan. He appreciated the company’s plans to introduce electric buses and pursue localisation, noting that these steps would help generate employment opportunities for young people in the country.President Zardari assured the Chairman that the Government of Pakistan would provide policy support for new energy vehicles, electric buses and local producti...

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Meets Chinese Construction and BRI Delegations in Shanghai

16Sep

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Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Meets Chinese Construction and BRI Delegations in Shanghai

Shanghai, September 16(Kamran Raja): Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari held meetings in Shanghai with senior representatives of China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC), China’s largest construction company, and advisors from the Belt and Road Information Industry Union. The CSCEC delegation included Mr. Ge Liang, General Manager; Mr. Hong Xiao, Assistant General Manager; and Ms. Wu Mingying, Secretary. The Belt and Road Information Industry Union delegation was led by Advisor Mr. Song Ling Bin, Chief Consultant Mr. Bei Qi, and Consultant Ms. Bei Lin. Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari was briefed on key projects under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), including developments within the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). The delegations also ...

Prime Minister Meets Emir of Qatar on Sidelines of Emergency Arab–Islamic Summit in Doha

16Sep

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Prime Minister Meets Emir of Qatar on Sidelines of Emergency Arab–Islamic Summit in Doha

Doha: 15 September 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with the Emir of the State of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, on the sidelines of the Emergency Arab–Islamic Summit convened in Doha following Israel’s recent attack on Qatar. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir were also present at the meeting. During their warm and cordial exchange, the Prime Minister reiterated Pakistan’s strongest condemnation of the Israeli strike on a residential area in Doha on 9 September, which resulted in loss of precious lives and injuries to several others. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support and solidarity with Qatar at this critical time, terming the Israeli attack...

Prime Minister’s Meeting with President of Iran on the Sidelines of the Emergency Arab–Islamic Summit in Doha

16Sep

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Prime Minister’s Meeting with President of Iran on the Sidelines of the Emergency Arab–Islamic Summit in Doha

Doha: 15 September 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with His Excellency Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on the sidelines of the Emergency Arab–Islamic Summit convened in Doha today, following Israel’s recent attack on Qatar. The Prime Minister was accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif, and Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar. The Prime Minister strongly condemned Israel’s aggression against Qatar on 9 September and reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the brotherly people of Qatar. Both leaders underscored the need for unity within the Ummah in the face o...

Consulate General Hosts NUST Delegation, Engages Pakistani Diaspora in New York; Strategic MoU Signed with Emaago

16Sep

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Consulate General Hosts NUST Delegation, Engages Pakistani Diaspora in New York; Strategic MoU Signed with Emaago

New York, 16 September 2025 (Kamran Raja): The Consulate General of Pakistan in New York, in collaboration with the National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST), organized a community networking session at the Consulate premises, bringing together prominent members of the Pakistani diaspora, academia, and business community.His Excellency Mr. Rizwan Saeed Shaikh, Ambassador of Pakistan to the United States, in his keynote remarks, underscored the critical role of academia in driving Pakistan’s socioeconomic progress. He reaffirmed the Embassy and Consulates’ commitment to supporting premier institutions like NUST in advancing innovation, research, and human capital development. The Ambassador lauded NUST’s contributions as a leading center of excellence, noting its vital rol...

United States Provides Urgent Humanitarian Assistance to Flood-Affected Communities in Pakistan

15Sep

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United States Provides Urgent Humanitarian Assistance to Flood-Affected Communities in Pakistan

Islamabad, September 14, 2025(Ghufran): The United States stands with the people of Pakistan, whose lives have been uprooted by widespread, catastrophic flooding.The U.S. Department of State is delivering food, shelter, and other forms of lifesaving disaster relief to impacted communities. In addition, the U.S. military delivered essential supplies to the Pakistan Army, which arrived at Nur Khan Air Base.U.S. Mission to Pakistan Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker was on site as the first C-17 and C-130 aircraft arrived and unloaded this equipment. She extended her deepest condolences to the people of Pakistan, stating that the United States is profoundly saddened by the loss of life and destruction of homes and livelihoods.“In response to a request from the Government of Pakist...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on the Sidelines of the Emergency Arab–Islamic Summit in Doha

15Sep

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on the Sidelines of the Emergency Arab–Islamic Summit in Doha

Doha, 15 September 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, met with His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on the sidelines of the Emergency Arab–Islamic Summit convened in Doha in the wake of Israel’s recent attack on Qatar on 9 September 2025. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar and Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, were also present at the meeting.The two leaders held warm and cordial discussions on the evolving regional situation following Israel’s aggression against Doha. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned Israel’s actions, terming them a deliberate attempt to derail peace efforts in the Midd...

Consul General of Pakistan Attends Halal Food Fest 2025 in Nassau County

14Sep

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Consul General of Pakistan Attends Halal Food Fest 2025 in Nassau County

New York, 14 September 2025(Ghufran): The Consul General of Pakistan in New York, Mr. Aamer Ahmed Atozai, attended the Halal Food Fest 2025 in Nassau County as the Chief Guest. The annual festival brought together halal food entrepreneurs, restaurants, and suppliers from across New York, highlighting the diversity and richness of halal cuisine.The event attracted thousands of attendees, including South Asian Americans, Arabs, Pakistani-Americans, and food enthusiasts from various communities, reflecting the growing popularity and cultural significance of halal food in the United States.In his address, Consul General Aamer Ahmed Atozai commended the organizers and the leadership of Nassau County for their vision and dedication in promoting cultural harmony and entrepreneurship. He n...

President Asif Ali Zardari Addresses Second Golden Panda Awards International Culture Forum in Chengdu; Reaffirms Pakistan-China Cultural and Civilisational Bonds

13Sep

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President Asif Ali Zardari Addresses Second Golden Panda Awards International Culture Forum in Chengdu; Reaffirms Pakistan-China Cultural and Civilisational Bonds

Chengdu, 13 September 2025(Kamran Raja): President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, today addressed the Second Golden Panda Awards International Culture Forum in Chengdu, China, where he highlighted the unifying power of art and culture in connecting civilisations and promoting peace through shared human values.The Forum was attended by senior Chinese leaders, cultural representatives, artists, and international delegates. President Zardari congratulated the award winners and lauded their creativity, noting that artistic endeavours transcend borders and bring people together. He expressed gratitude to the Government of Sichuan Province, the China Federation of Literary and Art Circles, and the organisers for successfully hosting the Forum.On this occasion, the President thanked H.E. ...

Thirty-Five Indian-Sponsored Terrorists Eliminated in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; Twelve Soldiers Embrace Shahadat: ISPR

13Sep

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Thirty-Five Indian-Sponsored Terrorists Eliminated in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; Twelve Soldiers Embrace Shahadat: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 13 September 2025(Kamran Raja): From 10–13 September, Security Forces conducted two successful engagements against Indian-sponsored terrorists of Fitna al-Khawarij in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, sending thirty-five militants to hell.On confirmed reports of terrorist presence, an intelligence-based operation was launched in Bajaur District. During the operation, own troops effectively engaged the terrorists’ location, and after an intense exchange of fire, twenty-two Khawarij were eliminated.In a separate encounter in South Waziristan District, Security Forces neutralized thirteen more terrorists. However, during the fierce fire exchange, twelve brave sons of soil, having fought gallantly, embraced Shahadat.A cache of weapons and ammunition was also recovered from t...