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Pakistan Launches Fourth Earth Observation Satellite in Collaboration with China

31Jul

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Pakistan Launches Fourth Earth Observation Satellite in Collaboration with China

July 31, 2025(Kamran Raja): In a historic stride towards technological advancement and international cooperation, Pakistan successfully launched its fourth Earth Observation Satellite today, developed in close collaboration with its all-weather ally, the People’s Republic of China. The momentous launch was witnessed by the Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, who attended the ceremony as Chief Guest. “This is not just a technological milestone,” stated Minister Ahsan Iqbal during the event. “It is a moment that lifts our national spirit and elevates our friendship with China higher than the skies.” The Minister emphasized that this satellite marks not just a launch but the beginning of a bold vision—positioning Pakistan as a future leader i...

Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal Hosts Chinese Ambassador: Discussions on Gwadar Port, CPEC 2.0 Expansion, Agricultural Cooperation, and Upcoming JCC

29May

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Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal Hosts Chinese Ambassador: Discussions on Gwadar Port, CPEC 2.0 Expansion, Agricultural Cooperation, and Upcoming JCC

29 May 2025, Islamabad(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, hosted a luncheon in honor of the Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, H.E. Jiang Zaidong, at his residence today. The Chinese delegation included Minister Counselor Yang Guanguan, Minister Counselor H.E. Xu Hangtian, Mr. Yang Dapeng, and Mr. Wang Jingjiu.Ambassador Jiang appreciated the recent return of peace and stability in the region and Pakistan’s responsible conduct during the conflict and hoped that peace will bring dividends for Pakistan. Minister Iqbal extended gratitude to the Ambassador and the Chinese government for extending Pakistan unwavering support during time of crisis.“At every critical juncture in our history, China has stood by Pakistan as a ...

PSDE 38th Conference Opens with Urgent Call for Digital Transformation and Policy Reform

15Apr

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PSDE 38th Conference Opens with Urgent Call for Digital Transformation and Policy Reform

Islamabad 15 April 2025(kamran Raja): The 38th Annual General Meeting and Conference of the Pakistan Society of Development Economists (PSDE), organized by the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), opened in Islamabad with a powerful message: Pakistan is not underdeveloped it is under-managed. Held in collaboration with the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives (MoPD&SI), the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF), RASTA, and the CPEC Centre of Excellence, the conference is themed “URAAN Pakistan: Growth Through Digital Transformation”—a call to reimagine development in the digital era. In his keynote address, Federal Minister for Planning and Chancellor of PIDE, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, laid out a comprehensive roadmap...

Ahsan Iqbal and Chinese ambassador discuss future areas of collaboration

18Feb

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Ahsan Iqbal and Chinese ambassador discuss future areas of collaboration

18 February 2025, Islamabad(Kamran Raja): The Ambassador of China to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Jiang Zaidong, called on the Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, in Islamabad today. The meeting underscored the deep-rooted and time-tested friendship between Pakistan and China and reaffirmed the commitment of both sides to further strengthening bilateral cooperation in diverse sectors.The two sides discussed ongoing and future areas of collaboration, with a particular focus on economic and infrastructure development. The Minister extended warm greetings to the Chinese Ambassador on the occasion of the Chinese New Year and expressed Pakistan’s best wishes for the continued prosperity of the Chinese people.Prof. Ahsan Iqbal reiterated Pakistan...