Tag: The Pakistan Times

ISSI holds event marking Global Day of Action for GazaThe Centre for Afghanistan Middle East and Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) organized an event to express solidarity with the people of Palestine on the ‘Global Day of Action for Gaza.’ Mr. Nader al Turk, Deputy Head of the Palestine Mission in Pakistan, joined on the occasion. Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General ISSI; Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman BoG ISSI; Director CAMEA, Ms. Amina Khan; and members of team CAMEA were present.Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, in his remarks, emphasised Pakistan’s abiding support for the legitimate cause of the Palestinian people and a just solution through the establishment of an independent, viable, sovereign and contiguous Palestinian State along...

CONDUCT PHASE EX SEA GUARD -24Conduct phase of Pakistan Navy's maiden EXERCISE SEA GUARD is being undertaken from 10-13 Jan 24. EX SEA GUARD served as a platform for all stakeholders to engage in tactical exercises, exchange best practices and foster mutual understanding.Various scenarios based on contemporary asymmetric challenges being faced in maritime domain were rehearsed, wherein, personnel and assets of PN Coastal and Fleet Command, PMSA, Customs, FIA, Coast Guards, ANF and other national stakeholders participated. This exercise aimed at enhancing interoperability and showcasing shared resolve for ensuring robust coastal security.During conduct phase of the exercise, apart from practical scenarios being rehearsed at sea, table top discussions were also conducted at JMI...

Additional Foreign Secretary (Middle East) meets with Egyptian Assistant Foreign Minister for AsiaAdditional Foreign Secretary (Middle East) Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, who is currently on a visit to Egypt, held a meeting yesterday with Egyptian Assistant Foreign Minister for Asia, Ahmed Shaheen. Pakistan's Ambassador to Egypt, Ambassador Sajid Bilal, was also present in the meeting.The two sides reviewed the broad range of bilateral relations including political, trade and investment ties. They also discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral relations including by convening the next round of Joint Ministerial Commission meeting and Annual Bilateral Consultations later this year in Islamabad.Additional Foreign Secretary and the Assistant Foreign Minister for Asia appr...

General Syed Asim Munir, (COAS) attended inauguration ceremony of the second chapter of (NASTP) General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff, (COAS) attended inauguration ceremony of the second chapter of National Aerospace Science and Technology Park (NASTP) Silicon, held at Karachi. COAS was Chief Guest at the occasion.COAS termed NASTP a project of national and strategic significance that would yield manifold benefits for the country since it would spur technological progress and foster self-reliance by offering a platform for the nation’s youth and future generations.COAS praised the efforts of PAF, its leadership and its skilled personnel in the achievement of yet another milestone of NASTP Silicon.Chief of Air Staff shared the vision for NASTP to become one...

Weekly Press Briefing by the Spokesperson Thursday, 11 January 2024 Thank you for joining us for the Weekly Briefing.The First ever Global Health Security Summit commenced in Islamabad yesterday to discuss global health threats and foster international cooperation and strategic partnerships to increase global health security. The participating Health Ministers and international health leaders and experts from over 70 countries are discussing the impact of global health security on national health security; pandemic preparedness and response; climate change and emerging public health threats; multi-sectoral coordination; sustainable and equitable financing for global health security; access to universal health coverage; and, ensuring vaccine equity.In his opening remarks, Foreign M...

A fire exchange took place between security forces and terrorists in Lakki Marwat districtOn 10 January 2024, a fire exchange took place between security forces and terrorists in Lakki Marwat district.Own troops effectively engaged the terrorists' location as a result of which two terrorists were sent to hell; Aftab @Malang and Terrorist Masood Shah.These terrorists remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities against the security forces as well as target killings of innocent civilians. Weapons, ammunition and explosives were also recovered from them.However, during intense exchange of fire, two brave soldiers; Sepoy Muhammad Afzal (age 29 years; resident of district Bhimber, Azad Kashmir) and Sepoy Ibrar Hussain (age 27 years; resident of district Mans...

SOS Foundation and BECS Join Hands to Educate Out-of-School Children in IslamabadIn a landmark move towards providing education to marginalized children, SOS Foundation and Basic Education Community Schools (BECS), Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today.This collaboration aims to create educational opportunities for out-of-school children residing in the underprivileged slum areas of Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT).The MoU was signed by Nishat Fatima, Director of SOS Foundation, and Nabgha Najeeb Hashmi, Assistant Director of BECS, in the presence of distinguished guests. Director General BECS Hameed Khan Niazi, Air Vice Marshall (r) Ijaz Mehmood, Major (r) Tariq Mehmood, Riaz Jan, and Abdus Salam also grace...

The British High Commissioner celebrates the UK and Pakistan’s strong people-to-people ties while visiting Mirpur The British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jane Marriott, visited the UK-Pakistani diaspora in Mirpur. She was accompanied by the Head of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, Pakistan Department, Richard Lindsay. Mirpur is called by some as a home away from home for Pakistani Brits. This is due to the large number of dual nationals. The UK-Pakistani diaspora is at the heart of the UK and Pakistan’s relationship. With an estimated 70% of British Pakistanis originating from Mirpur, the High Commissioner was delighted to gain insight into how cross-cultural influences have shaped Mirpur into the city it is today. This followed her visit to Birmingham on 12 December. ...

Dinner in honor of Maulana Fazlur Rehman and the delegation of Pakistani Ambassador posted in AfghanistanMaulana Fazlur Rehman was received by Ambassador Obaidul Rehman Nizamani on his arrival at the Pakistani Embassy in KabulPakistani Obaidul Rehman Nizamani posted in the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan informed Maulana Fazlur Rehman about the diplomatic situationMaulana Fazlur Rehman appreciated the services of Pakistani ambassador and embassy staffIn these circumstances, your visit to Afghanistan is of utmost importance, Pakistani AmbassadorMeetings with the Prime Minister of Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and other dignitaries have been positive. Maulana Fazlur RehmanA good and strong relationship between the two countries is the need of the hour. Maulana Fazlu...