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Azerbaijan’s Justice Minister Calls on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
14May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Azerbaijan’s Justice Minister Calls on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

Islamabad : 14 May, 2026(Ghufran): H.E. Mr. Farid Turab Oglu Ahmadov, Justice Minister of Azerbaijan, paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister at the Prime Minister House earlier today. The Prime Minister was assisted by Minister for Law, Justice and Human Rights Azam Nazeer Tarar, Attorney General Mansoor Usman Awan, Minister of State for Law & Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik, SAPM Tariq Fatemi and Foreign Secretary Amb. Amna Baloch. During their warm and cordial meeting, the Prime Minister welcomed the visiting Minister and said Pakistan and Azerbaijan were brotherly countries whose ties were growing stronger with every passing day. He conveyed his warmest greetings for H.E. Ilham Aliyev, President of Azerbaijan, while fondly recalling their telephone conversation earlier this week....
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Saudi Health Minister Confirms Full Preparedness for Hajj 1447 Healthcare Operations
14May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Saudi Health Minister Confirms Full Preparedness for Hajj 1447 Healthcare Operations

Riyadh, May 14, 2026(Kamran Raja): Saudi Minister of Health Fahad AlJalajel has affirmed the Kingdom’s full healthcare readiness and comprehensive preparedness plans for the upcoming Hajj 1447 season, emphasizing that preparations began immediately after the conclusion of last year’s pilgrimage season. Speaking during the government press conference in Riyadh, the minister stated that Saudi Arabia’s healthcare system is operating under a proactive and integrated strategy aimed at ensuring continuous medical care for pilgrims from their home countries until their safe return after completing Hajj rituals. Minister AlJalajel said the Kingdom’s service to pilgrims stems from a historic legacy established by the late King Abdulaziz Al Saud and carried forward by successive Saudi leaderships. H...
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U.S. Repatriates More Than 450 Cultural Artifacts to Pakistan
13May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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U.S. Repatriates More Than 450 Cultural Artifacts to Pakistan

Islamabad, May 13, 2026(Ghufran): The United States formally repatriated more than 450 cultural artifacts to Pakistan during a ceremony held at the Islamabad Museum, reaffirming the shared commitment of both countries to combat illicit trafficking of antiquities and protect cultural heritage. The repatriated collection includes historically significant objects that were illegally removed from Pakistan and later identified and recovered through close cooperation between U.S. law enforcement agencies and Pakistani authorities. The artifacts will now be preserved and displayed in Pakistan, allowing scholars and the public to reconnect with an important part of the country’s cultural legacy. Speaking at the ceremony, U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs S. Pa...
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Pakistan, China Discuss Expanding Cooperation in Electric Vehicles, Advanced Industry and Regional Connectivity
13May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan, China Discuss Expanding Cooperation in Electric Vehicles, Advanced Industry and Regional Connectivity

Islamabad, May 13, 2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held an important meeting with Chinese Minister Counsellor Yang Guangyuan in Islamabad to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in trade, industry, investment, and emerging technologies. During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on enhancing collaboration in electric vehicles (EVs), battery manufacturing, and advanced industrial technologies. The discussions focused on introducing modern electric mobility solutions to Pakistan’s automotive sector and creating new industrial opportunities through technological innovation. The two sides also discussed increasing the export potential of value-added date products and explored opportunities in agri-processing and food exports. Minister Jam Kamal Khan highl...
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Chairs High-Level Meeting on Food Security and Fertilizer Stock Situation
12May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Chairs High-Level Meeting on Food Security and Fertilizer Stock Situation

Islamabad, May 12, 2026(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday chaired an important meeting on the country’s food security and the current status of fertilizer reserves, directing authorities to ensure the timely and uninterrupted supply of fertilizer to farmers under all circumstances. The Prime Minister emphasized that in view of potential disruptions in fertilizer supply chains from Gulf countries, contingency planning should be prepared for alternative procurement from Central Asian states. He further instructed relevant authorities to ensure sufficient fertilizer stocks for both the Kharif and Rabi cropping seasons. Calling food security a top national priority, the Prime Minister directed accelerated work on proposals to establish new fertilizer plants in ord...
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ISSI Hosts Launch of The Third Dimension Policy Prism Authored by Ambassador G. R. Baluch
12May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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ISSI Hosts Launch of The Third Dimension Policy Prism Authored by Ambassador G. R. Baluch

Islamabad, May 12, 2026(Nosheen): The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted the launch of The Third Dimension Policy Prism, authored by Ambassador G. R. Baluch. The book's discussants included General Khalid Naeem Lodhi, Former Defense Secretary, Pakistan; Ambassador Masood Khalid, Former Diplomat; Dr. Munawar Hussain, Associate Professor, QAU; Dr. Shazia Khalid Cheema, Associate Professor, QAU; and Farukh Pitafi, columnist and anchor. The event was attended by a wide range of diplomats, acdemics, scholars and media persons. In her introductory remarks, Dr. Neelum Nigar, Director, Centre for Strategic Perspectives (CSP) at ISSI, expressed sincere gratitude to Ambassador G. R. Baluch for choosing ISSI as the platform for the launch of his important work. She appreciated his...
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Ali Pervaiz Malik Thanks Kuwait for Facilitating Ship Khairpur Carrying Diesel Supplies
12May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Ali Pervaiz Malik Thanks Kuwait for Facilitating Ship Khairpur Carrying Diesel Supplies

Islamabad, May 12,2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Petroleum Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting with the Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Nassar Abdulrahman Jasser Almutairi. The meeting focused on regional developments, energy cooperation, and agreed to further strengthen bilateral relations and expand collaboration in areas of common interest. The Federal Minister expressed sincere gratitude to the Government of Kuwait for its timely facilitation and support in ensuring the safe dispatch of vessel Khairpur, which reached Pakistan carrying diesel supplies during a challenging period. He highlighted that the vessel transported approximately 45,000 tons of diesel and 10,000 tons of jet fuel from Kuwait to Pakistan under special approvals, following disruption...
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Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik Reviews Refinery Upgradation Progress, Calls for Swift Resolution of Policy Bottlenecks
11May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik Reviews Refinery Upgradation Progress, Calls for Swift Resolution of Policy Bottlenecks

Islamabad, May 11, 2026(Ghufran): Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik chaired a high-level meeting at the Petroleum Division with the Chief Executive Officers and Managing Directors of the country’s major oil refineries to review progress on the implementation of the Brownfield Refinery Upgradation Policy and discuss measures to accelerate refinery modernization projects.Opening the meeting, the Federal Minister highlighted the strategic importance of Pakistan’s refining sector, describing local refineries as vital national assets that play a key role in ensuring uninterrupted fuel supply and strengthening the country’s energy security.The Minister observed that the evolving regional situation amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict has reinforced the need for Pakistan to re...
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Chairs Meeting on Strategy to Enhance Pakistan’s Exports
11May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Chairs Meeting on Strategy to Enhance Pakistan’s Exports

Islamabad, May 11, 2026(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting today to review and discuss a comprehensive strategy aimed at increasing Pakistan’s exports and strengthening the country’s export-oriented industries.Addressing the meeting, the Prime Minister stated that export-led industrial growth is indispensable for achieving the country’s economic development goals. He emphasized that the government remains fully focused on increasing exports and facilitating industries to improve productivity and competitiveness.The Prime Minister directed the relevant authorities to formulate a practical framework for providing government support and incentives to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), recognizing their vital role in boosting expor...
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Ali Pervaiz Malik Meets Barrick Chairman John L. Thornton; Both Sides Agree to Maintain Close Coordination on Reko Diq Project
10May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Ali Pervaiz Malik Meets Barrick Chairman John L. Thornton; Both Sides Agree to Maintain Close Coordination on Reko Diq Project

Islamabad, May 10, 2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting with Chairman Barrick, Mr. John L. Thornton, to review progress and discuss future steps regarding the Reko Diq Copper-Gold Project. During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on the development of the project and discussed ongoing efforts aimed at advancing work on Reko Diq, which is among the world’s largest undeveloped copper-gold projects.Federal Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik highlighted the strategic significance of the project for Pakistan’s economic growth and mineral sector development. He stated that Reko Diq is a flagship national project that will play a key role in attracting investment, generating employment opportunities, and accelerating socio-economic development in B...
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