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Video Statement by Senior Bureau Official Eric Meyer on the margins of the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025

8Apr

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Video Statement by Senior Bureau Official Eric Meyer on the margins of the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025

April 8, 2025(Kamran Raja): Hi everyone, I'm Eric Meyer, the senior official at the U.S. Department of State for South and Central Asian Affairs. I'm thrilled to be here in Islamabad to experience Pakistan's wonderful hospitality, attend the Minerals Investment Forum, and to strengthen and promote our important partnership. I commend Pakistan for convening the Minerals Investment Forum here in Islamabad and for taking steps to ensure a level playing field for investors. Critical minerals are the raw materials for our most important technologies, and President Trump has underscored the importance of securing America's minerals future. Although we're in Islamabad to focus on minerals, I also want to highlight other recent successes in our economic partnership. We recently celebrated the re...

Pakistan and Russia Advance Parliamentary Ties and Regional Cooperation

6Apr

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Pakistan and Russia Advance Parliamentary Ties and Regional Cooperation

06 April 2025, Islamabad( Kamran Raja): PakistanSenator Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani, Chairman Senate of Pakistan, held a comprehensive bilateral meeting with the Russian parliamentary delegation led by Valentina Matviyenko, Chairwoman of the Federation Council of the Russian Federation, on the sidelines of the 150th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Tashkent. The meeting reaffirmed the growing strategic importance of Pakistan-Russia relations and underscored the role of parliamentary diplomacy in strengthening bilateral and regional cooperation.Chairman Gilani highlighted the shared aspirations of both nations for peace, security, and multipolarity in global affairs. He emphasized the evolving relationship between Pakistan and Russia, rooted in mutual respect and increasingly bro...

Russian Ambassador officially presented 30,000 kilograms of humanitarian aid to the people of Pakistan

27Mar

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Russian Ambassador officially presented 30,000 kilograms of humanitarian aid to the people of Pakistan

Islamabad 27 March 2025( Ghufran ): During a ceremony at Islamabad Airport, the Russian Ambassador officially presented 30,000 kilograms of humanitarian aid to the people of Pakistan via the National Disaster Management Authority. A special aircraft from the Russian government transported the aid from Moscow to Pakistan. Senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the National Disaster Management Authority, and the Pakistan Red Crescent Society were in attendance at the airport.In his brief remarks, Mr. Albert Khorev, the Ambassador of the Russian Federation, emphasized the strong friendship between Pakistan and Russia. He recalled Russia's humanitarian support to Pakistan following the two earthquakes in 2005 and the floods in 2022, stating that this latest shipment of huma...

Pakistan forcefully raises Kashmir dispute at the Security Council – Calls on UNSC to Address Root Causes of Conflicts to Establish Durable Peace

25Mar

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Pakistan forcefully raises Kashmir dispute at the Security Council – Calls on UNSC to Address Root Causes of Conflicts to Establish Durable Peace

United Nations 24 March 2025(Nosheen): Highlighting the need for addressing the root causes of conflicts to establish durable peace, Pakistan has urged the UN Security Council (UNSC) to fulfill its responsibility by ensuring the implementation of its own resolutions on the Jammu and Kashmir dispute.Reminding that the Jammu and Kashmir dispute remains on the agenda of the Security Council and awaits a just and final settlement in accordance with the relevant resolutions of the Security Council that promised to the Kashmiri people the right to self-determination through a UN supervised plebiscite, Pakistan emphasized that it was the responsibility of the Council to ensure the realization of that right for the Kashmiri people, and promote a just and lasting settlement of the dispute by ta...

PAKISTAN DAY CELEBRATED AT THE EMBASSY OF PAKISTAN, PARIS

23Mar

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PAKISTAN DAY CELEBRATED AT THE EMBASSY OF PAKISTAN, PARIS

PARIS 23 March 2025(Nosheen): A dignified flag hoisting ceremony was held at the Embassy of Pakistan, Paris to celebrate the Pakistan Day. The event was attended by a wide cross-section of Pakistani diaspora, media representatives and officials of the Embassy.Special messages of the President, the Prime Minister and the Foreign Minister of Pakistan were read out on the occasion.Ambassador Mumtaz Zahra Baloch welcomed the guests and thanked them for celebrating the Pakistan Day in unison and solidarity. She underlined the importance of 23rd March in the history of Pakistan and paid rich tribute to the leaders of the freedom movement.Underscoring the importance of Pakistan - France relations, the Ambassador affirmed her commitment to the expansion of bilateral relations in politi...

New York State Assembly and Senate Adopt Historic Resolutions Honoring Pakistani-Americans

20Mar

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New York State Assembly and Senate Adopt Historic Resolutions Honoring Pakistani-Americans

New York , 20 March 2025 (Ghufran):In a landmark acknowledgment of the invaluable contributions of the Pakistani-American community, the New York State Assembly and Senate adopted two significant resolutions, proclaiming March 23, 2025, as “Pakistan-American Heritage Day” and March 19, 2025, as “Pakistani-American Business Celebration Day” in the State of New York. These resolutions represent a salient milestone, achieved through the dedicated efforts of the American Pakistani Advocacy Group (APAG) and its President Mr. Ali Rashid, duly supported by the Consulate General of Pakistan, New York.The first resolution, presented in the Assembly by Assemblymember Nader Sayegh and separately introduced in the New York State Senate by Senator John Liu, was unanimously adopted in both houses. I...

Consulate General of Pakistan in New York Hosts Iftar Reception Honoring Distinguished Pakistani-American Women

17Mar

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Consulate General of Pakistan in New York Hosts Iftar Reception Honoring Distinguished Pakistani-American Women

New York 17 March 2025( Ghufran): The Consulate General of Pakistan in New York hosted an Iftar Reception today to honor distinguished women from the Pakistani-American community.The event recognized the valuable contributions and achievements of prominent women who have excelled in diverse fields, including social services, healthcare, academia, advocacy, and community leadership.In his welcoming remarks, Consul General Aamer Ahmed Atozai conveyed profound appreciation for the significant role that Pakistani-American women continue to play in strengthening the community, fostering bilateral ties between Pakistan and the United States, and projecting a positive image of Pakistan abroad. He reiterated the Consulate’s unwavering commitment to supporting and promoting the leadership o...

Society of Foreign Consuls (SoFC) Convenes Executive Committee Meeting at the Consulate General of Pakistan, New York

17Mar

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Society of Foreign Consuls (SoFC) Convenes Executive Committee Meeting at the Consulate General of Pakistan, New York

New York, 17 March 2025( kamran Raja): The Society of Foreign Consuls (SoFC) held its third Executive Committee meeting at the Consulate General of Pakistan, New York, today.The meeting was co-chaired by the Consul General of Malaysia, Mr. Amir Farid Abu Hasan, and the Consul General of Pakistan, Mr. Aamer Ahmed Atozai. Members representing South Africa, Malaysia, Philippines, Georgia, Bulgaria, Switzerland, Serbia, and Argentina attended the meeting.The Executive Committee deliberated upon upcoming initiatives and key programs, particularly highlighting preparations for the Society’s 100th Anniversary Gala Dinner, which commemorates its century-long diplomatic contributions in New York.In his welcoming remarks, the Consul General of Pakistan emphasized Pakistan’s enduring comm...

Consul General of Pakistan Attends Iftar Dinner Hosted by Pakistani American Law Society of NYPD

15Mar

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Consul General of Pakistan Attends Iftar Dinner Hosted by Pakistani American Law Society of NYPD

New York, 15 March 2025(Nosheen): The Consul General of Pakistan, Mr. Aamer Ahmed Atozai, attended a special Iftar Dinner organized by the Pakistani American Law Society of the New York Police Department (NYPD). The event was attended by numerous NYPD personnel, their families, and members of the Pakistani American community, fostering a spirit of unity and reflection during the holy month of Ramadan.In his remarks, Consul General Atozai commended the Pakistani law enforcement personnel for their dedication, perseverance, and resilience in maintaining peace and security within their communities. He also praised their welfare initiatives and charitable efforts in Pakistan, recognizing their commitment to giving back both locally and abroad.Emphasizing the essence of Ramadan as a mon...

Ambassador Munir Akram holds a farewell meeting with UN Secretary General

11Mar

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Ambassador Munir Akram holds a farewell meeting with UN Secretary General

United Nations,11 March 2025( Kamran Raja): Ambassador Munir Akram, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, paid a farewell call on UN Secretary-General H.E. António Guterres.Ambassador Akram underscored the need to strengthen multilateralism with the UN at its core and commended the SG’s leadership in advancing sustainable development, highlighting the need for reforms in global financial institutions, reviewing peacekeeping operations and fostering consensus on the implementation of the Pact for the Future.Ambassador Akram also expressed gratitude for the SG’s support to the Pakistan Mission in promoting shared objectives.The Secretary-General, in turn, lauded Ambassador Akram’s outstanding contributions to multilateral diplomacy and extended his best wishes for the fu...