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Pakistan and China Pledge to Deepen Cooperation in Nuclear Energy and Space Technology

4Aug

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Pakistan and China Pledge to Deepen Cooperation in Nuclear Energy and Space Technology

Beijing, August 4, 2025(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, held a high-level meeting with Mr. Shan Zhongde, Chairman of the China Atomic Energy Authority and China’s Space Agency, during his visit to Beijing today. The meeting focused on enhancing bilateral collaboration in nuclear energy and space research, aligning it with broader national development goals of both countries. Minister Ahsan Iqbal highlighted that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has played a transformative role in eliminating infrastructure and energy bottlenecks in Pakistan. He underscored the growing cooperation in the nuclear energy sector, citing projects such as K-2, K-3, and C-5 nuclear power plants as hallmarks of strategic collaborat...

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives chaired the fifth meeting of the Prime Minister’s Committee on the Socio-Economic Domain

23Jul

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Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives chaired the fifth meeting of the Prime Minister’s Committee on the Socio-Economic Domain

Islamabad, July 23, 2025(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal chaired the fifth meeting of the Prime Minister’s Committee on the Socio-Economic Domain in Islamabad on Wednesday. The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including Secretary Planning Awais Manzur Sumra, representatives from NACTA, Finance Ministers from all four provinces and Azad Jammu & Kashmir, senior officials from federal and provincial ministries, and members of provincial socio-political committees.Member Governance Dr. Adnan Rafiq presented a detailed review of the progress made by provincial governments on the committee's earlier decisions, alongside the compliance status of outcomes from the fourth meeting. Discussions centered around ensuring equ...

Finance Minister Highlights Urgent Need for Population Management and Human Capital Investment at World Population Day Event

10Jul

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Finance Minister Highlights Urgent Need for Population Management and Human Capital Investment at World Population Day Event

Islamabad, 10th July 2025(Nosheen): Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, addressed a high-level national event organized by the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination in Islamabad today to mark World Population Day. The event was attended by Federal Minister for National Health Services Syed Mustafa Kamal, Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal, Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry, as well as prominent religious scholars, members of civil society, and senior government officials. In his address, the Finance Minister underscored that under the leadership of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, the government is pursuing a broad-based reform agenda covering key area...

Pakistan, China Deepen CPEC and Media Cooperation

19Jun

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Pakistan, China Deepen CPEC and Media Cooperation

Islamabad, 19June 2025(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal hosted a senior Chinese delegation in Islamabad for a luncheon meeting aimed at boosting cooperation under the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). The event, held at the CPEC Centre, also focused on preparations for the upcoming 14th Joint Coordination Committee (JCC) meeting in July and exploring new avenues for collaboration in media, arts, and culture. The Chinese delegation was led by Mr. Hu Zhaoming, Spokesperson of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC) and Director General of its Information and Communication Bureau. He was accompanied by senior officials including Mr. Hu Xiaodong, Mr. Fan Shilian, and Mr. Li Zis...

Ethiopian Ambassador Dr. Jemal Beker Commends ‘Uraan Pakistan’ Initiative

2Jan

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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 Prosper...

Ahsan Iqbal, chaired a high-level consultative meeting on enhancing the efficiency of Karachi ports by improving hinterland connectivity

22Nov

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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 ...

Prof. Ahsan Iqbal unveils ICMA’s Book on ‘Economic Vision and Strategy’ and supports its inclusion in the National Economic Revival Plan

31Aug

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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 als...

Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal Highlights Digital Empowerment at National Conference

21Aug

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Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal Highlights Digital Empowerment at National Conference

Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal Highlights Digital Empowerment at National ConferenceFederal 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...