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Ethiopian Ambassador Dr. Jemal Beker Commends ‘Uraan Pakistan’ Initiative
2Jan By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Ethiopian Ambassador Dr. Jemal Beker Commends ‘Uraan Pakistan’ Initiative

2nd January 2025, Islamabad( Kamran Raja): H.E. Dr. Jemal Beker Abdula, the Special Envoy and Ambassador Extraordinary of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, has commended the "Uraan Pakistan" programme, launched by the Government of Pakistan for achieving higher economic growth and national prosperity. He lauded the initiative during a meeting with H.E. Ahsan Iqbal, Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, at his office on Thursday. During the meeting, both sides discussed matters of mutual interest including trade and investment cooperation between the two brotherly countries. On the occasion, the Ambassador briefed the Minister about the transformational change brought about in Ethiopia by the Pro...
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Ahsan Iqbal, chaired a high-level consultative meeting on enhancing the efficiency of Karachi ports by improving hinterland connectivity
22Nov By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Ahsan Iqbal, chaired a high-level consultative meeting on enhancing the efficiency of Karachi ports by improving hinterland connectivity

22 Nov 2024, Islamabad: Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, chaired a high-level consultative meeting on enhancing the efficiency of Karachi ports by improving hinterland connectivity here in Islamabad on Friday. The meeting was attended by Secretary Planning Awais Manzur Sumra, Member Infrastructure Waqas Anwar, CEO of the Public Private Partnership Authority, and senior representatives from the Ministries of Maritime Affairs, Communications, Railways, Aviation Division, and Commerce Division. During the meeting, Member Infrastructure Waqas Anwar presented a detailed briefing on improving port efficiency. He provided a progress update from the Ministry of Maritime Affairs regarding a committee constituted by the Prime Minister’s Office ...
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Prof. Ahsan Iqbal unveils ICMA’s Book on ‘Economic Vision and Strategy’ and supports its inclusion in the National Economic Revival Plan
31Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prof. Ahsan Iqbal unveils ICMA’s Book on ‘Economic Vision and Strategy’ and supports its inclusion in the National Economic Revival Plan

Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, was the Chief Guest at the book launch held today at the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMA) Lahore campus. During the ceremony, he unveiled ICMA’s new publication, Economic Vision and Strategy: Building a Brighter Future for Pakistan, developed by the Research and Publications Department of ICMA. Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal thanked ICMA for releasing a document that addresses the country's challenges and offers a strategic plan with a roadmap to guide the Pakistani economy toward progress. He appreciated the book's timely release, as the government is finalizing its five-year economic revival plan, which will soon be presented by the Prime Minister. He...
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Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal Highlights Digital Empowerment at National Conference
21Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal Highlights Digital Empowerment at National Conference

Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal Highlights Digital Empowerment at National Conference Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Mr. Ahsan Iqbal, delivered a keynote address at the national conference on "Empowering Pakistan through Digitalization." During his speech, the Minister emphasized the government's commitment to laying the foundation for rapid progress through digital transformation. He noted that the modern world has already undergone significant changes driven by digital technology, making the digital revolution a hallmark of contemporary development. Speaking at the seminar, Mr. Ahsan Iqbal remarked, "The digital revolution has redefined every aspect of our lives. Today, we are no longer confined to specific regions or locales but are part of a v...
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