Tag: The Pakistan Times

General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), COAS called on key US Government and Military officials during his ongoing visit to USGeneral Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), COAS called on key US Government and Military officials during his ongoing visit to US including, Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State, General Llyod J. Austin (Retired), Secretary of Defence, Victoria Nuland, Deputy Secretary of State, Jonathan Finer, Deputy National Security Adviser and General Charles Q Brown, Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff.Matters of bilateral interests, global and regional security issues, and ongoing conflicts were discussed during the meetings. Both sides agreed to continue engagement for exploring potential avenues of bilateral collaboration in pursuit of shared interests.During the meetings with d...

Caretaker Federal Minister for Interior and Narcotics Control, Mr. Sarfraz Ahmed Bugti, inaugurated the ANF Forensic Lab at the Anti-Narcotics Force Academy (ANFA)Caretaker Federal Minister for Interior and Narcotics Control, Mr. Sarfraz Ahmed Bugti, inaugurated the ANF Forensic Lab at the Anti-Narcotics Force Academy (ANFA). Secretary Ministery of Narcotics Control, Capt(r) Munir Azam, and DG ANF, Major General Muhammad Aneeq Ur Rehman Malik, HI (M), warmly welcomed the chief guest, alongside the Police Liaison Officer and Police Consular from the Embassy of the People's Republic of China.During the visit, Commandant ANFA provided insights into comprehensive counter-narcotics training programs.Expressing gratitude, honourable Minister thanked the Chinese delegates for their ...

Opening Remarks for the Weekly Press Briefing by the Spokesperson* *Thursday 14 December 2023Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar is visiting Azad Jammu and Kashmir today to express Pakistan’s complete solidarity with the Kashmiri people. In his address at the Legislative Assembly of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, he will reiterate Pakistan’s vehement rejection of the illegal and untenable verdict of the Supreme Court of India on the status of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).The Indian Supreme Court's endorsement of India's illegal and unilateral actions in 2019 neglects the disputed nature of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. The Indian Supreme Court has absolutely no jurisdiction over Jammu and Kashmir which is an internationally-recognized disputed territory. Nor is any...

H.E Mr. Nicolas Galey Ambassador of France to Pakistan called on Caretaker Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue and Economic AffairsH.E Mr. Nicolas Galey Ambassador of France to Pakistan called on Caretaker Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue and Economic Affairs Dr Shamshad Akhtar at Finance Division, today.During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, economic relations between the two countries and collaborative efforts in various sectors were discussed.Finance Minister Dr. Shamshad Akhtar welcomed Ambassador of France to Pakistan to Finance Division. She stated that both countries enjoy deep and historical relations. Finance Minister stated that Pakistan highly values its bilateral ties with the France including trade and economic relations.The Finance Minister a...

ROBUST NATIONAL MARITIME SECTOR PROVIDES FOUNDATION FOR SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC FUTURE – CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF“Considering the state of country’s economy it is imperative to realize Pakistan's maritime potential, since a robust national maritime sector can be a great enabler for transition to a sustainable economic future”, said Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf addressing the closing ceremony of 6th Maritime Security Workshop at Pakistan Navy War College, Lahore.Maritime Security Workshop is Pakistan Navy’s annual event which aims to generate understanding on the dynamics of maritime security, creating awareness about blue economy and exploring untapped maritime potential of Pakistan. The workshop participants included parliamentarians, policy makers, bureaucrats, a...

Pakistan’s Liquid Foreign Reserves PositionThe total liquid foreign reserves held by the country stood at US$ 12,206.4 million as of 08-Dec-2023. The break-up of the foreign reserves position is as under:i) Foreign reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan: US$ 7,040.8 million ii) Net foreign reserves held by commercial banks : US$ 5,165.6 million iii) Total liquid foreign reserves : US$ 12,206.4 millionDuring the week ended on 08-Dec-2023, SBP’s reserves increased by US$ 21 million to US$ 7,040.8 million.Editor: Raja Kamran

Ms. Hela Cheikhrouhou, Regional Vice President of International Finance Corporation (IFC) for Middle East, Central Asia, Turkey, Pakistan and Afghanistan called on Caretaker Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue and Economic AffairsMs. Hela Cheikhrouhou, Regional Vice President of International Finance Corporation (IFC) for Middle East, Central Asia, Turkey, Pakistan and Afghanistan called on Caretaker Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue and Economic Affairs Dr Shamshad Akhtar at Finance Division, today.The meeting was attended by Mr. Khawaja Aftab Ahmed, IFC Regional Director, Mr. Najy Benhassine, Country Director, World Bank, Mr. Zeeshan Shaikh, Country Manager, IFC Pakistan and senior officials from Economic Afairs and Finance Division.Welcoming Ms. Hela Cheikhrouhou, Fi...

Chargé d'Affaires Andrew Schofer at the S&P Global 20K Women Mentorship Milestone Event U.S. Mission Pakistan and the U.S.-Pakistan Women’s Council are tremendously proud to celebrate S&P Global’s milestone achievement in reaching 20,000 women as mentees, under the U.S.-Pakistan Women’s Council’s Million Women Mentors Initiative. Just one year ago, Ambassador Blome celebrated S&P’s goal of 10,000 women mentees.  These are remarkable efforts, and I applaud Mr. Zahur and his team’s impressive and energetic work, which reflects the best of U.S. corporate and social values in action. The Million Women Mentors is an initiative of the U.S.-Pakistan Women’s Council, led by member company Pod and STEMConnector.  By 2025, it aims to provide one million Pakistani women and girls with ...

ISSI Launches Special Edition of PIVOT Magazine: "10 Years of CPEC: Unlocking Pakistan’s Potential and Future Prospects"The China Pakistan Study Center (CPSC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted the launching ceremony for the special edition of PIVOT Magazine, titled “10 Years of CPEC: Unlocking Pakistan’s Potential and Future Prospects.” The event featured eminent speakers and experts, who delved into the CPEC’s remarkable journey over the past decade.The special issue focuses on the transformative impact of CPEC on bilateral relations between China and Pakistan, regional integration, and overall development. It highlights the journey from a conceptual framework to a tangible reality – advancing the goals of economic development, regional connectivity, ...

𝗛𝗘𝗖, 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹, 𝗣𝗠𝗬𝗣 𝘁𝗼 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁The Higher Education Commission, British Council, and Prime Minister’s Youth Programme have entered a new partnership to collaboration in their flagship programmes aimed to contribute to the economic and social development of the Pakistani youth.Special Assistant to Prime Minister Mr. Wasi Shah was chief guest of the signing ceremony, which was graced with their presence by Chairman HEC Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, Executive Director HEC Dr. Zia Ul Qayyum, Country Director British Council Mr. James Thompson and other notables from the three sides.Deputy Secretary Prime Minister’s Youth Programme Dr. Muhammad Ali Malik, Advisor (Global Engagement) HEC Mr. Awais Ahmed and Country Director British Council Mr. Hampson signed...