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PTA, HEC Agree to Collaborate for Raising Awareness about Blasphemous Activities on Social Media
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PTA, HEC Agree to Collaborate for Raising Awareness about Blasphemous Activities on Social Media

PTA, HEC Agree to Collaborate for Raising Awareness about Blasphemous Activities on Social MediaThe Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) have agreed for collaboration and coordinated efforts for raising awareness to prevent blasphemous activities on internet & social media and disseminating the message among administration, faculty, and students at all universities so that they play an effective role in the noble cause of eradicating this menace from the society.During a meeting between Chairman HEC Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed and Chairman PTA Major General (R) Hafeezur Rehman, both sides expressed strong enthusiasm for deep collaboration and maximising outcome through joint academic ventures.Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed appreciated the multiple ste...
PAKISTAN NAVY CONDUCTS FLEET ANNUAL EFFICIENCY COMPETITION PARADE UPON CULMINATION OF OPERATIONAL YEAR
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PAKISTAN NAVY CONDUCTS FLEET ANNUAL EFFICIENCY COMPETITION PARADE UPON CULMINATION OF OPERATIONAL YEAR

PAKISTAN NAVY CONDUCTS FLEET ANNUAL EFFICIENCY COMPETITION PARADE UPON CULMINATION OF OPERATIONAL YEARPakistan Navy Fleet Annual Efficiency Competition Parade was held at Pakistan Navy Dockyard, Karachi. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Event marks the culmination of a rewarding and eventful operational year for Pakistan Navy ships, submarines and aircrafts.Upon arrival at the venue, Chief Guest was received by Commander Pakistan Fleet Vice Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi and a smartly turned out contingent presented the Guard of Honour.Chief of the Naval Staff in his remarks expressed complete satisfaction and confidence over operational preparedness of Pakistan Navy Fleet. He acknowledged and praised the dedication and profes...
General Syed Asim Munir (COAS) presided over the two days long 261st Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held at GHQ
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General Syed Asim Munir (COAS) presided over the two days long 261st Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held at GHQ

General Syed Asim Munir (COAS) presided over the two days long 261st Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held at GHQGeneral Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) presided over the two days long 261st Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held at GHQ, today. Forum paid rich tribute to the supreme sacrifices of Shuhadas including officers and men of the Armed Forces, Law Enforcement Agencies and Citizens who laid their lives for ensuring peace and stability in the country. Participants also offered Fateha for the Shuhadas including those of DI Khan attack.Forum reiterated Pakistan Army's resolve to defend the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Pakistan against direct and indirect threats.Forum expressed serious concern over continued repression and reprehensibl...
Pakistan’s Liquid Foreign Reserves Position
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Pakistan’s Liquid Foreign Reserves Position

Pakistan’s Liquid Foreign Reserves PositionThe total liquid foreign reserves held by the country stood at US$ 12,855.7 million as of 22-Dec-2023. The break-up of the foreign reserves position is as under:i) Foreign reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan: US$ 7,757.1 million ii) Net foreign reserves held by commercial banks : US$ 5,098.6 million iii) Total liquid foreign reserves : US$ 12,855.7 millionDuring the week ended on 22-Dec-2023, SBP’s reserves increased by US$ 852 million to US$ 7,757.1 million mainly due to receipt of official GoP inflows.Editor: Raja Kamran
ISSI holds Round Table on “Pakistan’s Relations with Central Asia and Azerbaijan: Imperatives of Regional Connectivity”
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ISSI holds Round Table on “Pakistan’s Relations with Central Asia and Azerbaijan: Imperatives of Regional Connectivity”

ISSI holds Round Table on “Pakistan's Relations with Central Asia and Azerbaijan: Imperatives of Regional Connectivity”The China-Pakistan Study Centre (CPSC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted a round table on "Pakistan's Relations with Central Asia and Azerbaijan: Imperatives of Regional Connectivity." The distinguished experts included Dr. Najam Abbas, Senior Fellow (Central Asia and Eurasia) East West Institute, Brussels, Belgium; Professor Shabbir Ahmad Khan, Director Area Study Centre, University of Peshawar; Dr. Farhat Asif, Founder President of the Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS); Mr. Khalid Khan, Chairman Central Asian Cellular Forum; Ms. Reema Shaukat, Communication Strategist, Institute of Regional Studies.In his welcome remar...
Accused of the Banned SRA Arrested by CTD Sindh Karachi
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Accused of the Banned SRA Arrested by CTD Sindh Karachi

Mumtaz Soomro, the accused of the banned SRA arrested by CTD Sindh Karachi, was sentenced to 7 years.The criminal wanted to detonate a bomb at a foreign hotel in Clifton. The criminal was going to plant a bomb, but on receiving information, he was arrested and the bomb was recovered, Spokesman CTD Sindh.Criminal to ATC Court No. 2 Sentenced to seven years on conviction. Editor: Raja kamran
CPEC Promotes Economic Transformation and Regional Integration
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CPEC Promotes Economic Transformation and Regional Integration

CPEC has played a pivotal role in fostering a community for a shared future between China and Pakistan, significantly transforming Pakistan's economic landscape and contributing to poverty reduction. The implementation of connectivity projects, particularly in farm-to-market initiatives, has brought revolutionary changes to agriculture and industrial development in Pakistan. Collaborative efforts in energy projects and advancements in digital technologies underscore the depth of cooperation between Pakistan and China. While looking at the decade of CPEC's impact, the global community must recognize its status as a game changer and a fate changer. Beyond offering peace and stability to a historically volatile region, CPEC demands international attention to consider this project not as a co...
CADET COLLEGE PETARO CELEBRATES 61ST PARENTS’ DAY
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CADET COLLEGE PETARO CELEBRATES 61ST PARENTS’ DAY

CADET COLLEGE PETARO CELEBRATES 61ST PARENTS’ DAYAn impressive ceremony of 61st parents’ day was held at Cadet College Petaro. Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf graced the occasion as Chief Guest.While addressing the gathering Chief Guest appreciated the quality of infrastructure, facilities, faculty and learning environment at Cadet College Petaro. He emphasised that such efforts will surely contribute in prosperity and progress of country as education is the only way out to progress. He also commended the collaborative efforts of Govt of Sindh, Commander Karachi, college administration and faculty for all out efforts to augment educational standards at the college. Furthermore, he advised the cadets that besides education they should also focus on character buildi...
Opening Remarks for the Weekly Press Briefing by the Spokesperson Thursday, 28 December 2023
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Opening Remarks for the Weekly Press Briefing by the Spokesperson Thursday, 28 December 2023

Opening Remarks for the Weekly Press Briefing by the Spokesperson Thursday, 28 December 2023Assalam-o-Alaikum,Welcome to the Foreign Office and thank you for joining us for the Year End Briefing.Let me begin by extending season’s greetings to you and your families and our best wishes for 2023.The year 2023 was an active year for Pakistan’s diplomacy. Our diplomatic efforts were aimed at increasing Pakistan’s international profile and building relations with countries in all regions of the world with frequent high-level exchanges and visits.During the first half of 2023, former Prime Minister undertook official visits to Azerbaijan, Turkiye, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom. Former Foreign Minister, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari visited Iraq, Hungary, Japan, Jo...