Tag: The Pakistan Times

Effective border management in interest of both Pakistan, Afghanistan: Solangi Caretaker Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi on Tuesday said peace was linked with Pakistan and Afghanistan and effective border management and security was in the interest of the peoples of both countries.In a meeting with Afghan media delegation, problems of Afghan journalists, visa issues and other important issues were discussed.He said it was the responsibility of the media to identify the enemies of peace so that the state could defeat them.Murtaza Solangi held out the assurance that the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs would be contacted on the visa issues of Afghan journalists.As a responsible state, Pakistan will ensure that all for...

India's Emerging Global Significance: Reshaping Regional Dynamics and Strategic EquilibriumThe Centre for Aerospace & Security Studies (CASS), Lahore, hosted a thought-provoking seminar titled ‘India's Emerging Global Significance: Reshaping Regional Dynamics and Strategic Equilibrium’ on 23 October 2023. The event delved into the evolving global scenario, marked by a transition from uni-polarity to multi-polarity, with a focus on India's persistent efforts to establish a dominant global position.The seminar commenced with the opening remarks of Ms Nidaa Shahid, Senior Researcher at CASS Lahore, setting the stage for in-depth discussions. This was followed by a compelling keynote address from Air Commodore Khalid Banuri (Retd), former DG Arms Control and Disarmament Affairs...

General Syed Asim Munir, NI(M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) met the Ambassador of Palestine to PakistanGeneral Syed Asim Munir, NI(M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) met the Ambassador of Palestine to Pakistan, His Excellency Ahmad Jawad Rabei at General Headquarters today.COAS expressed condolences on the loss of Palestinian lives in the ongoing war in Gaza. COAS expressed grave concern over unabated violence and willful, indiscriminate killing of innocent civilians by the Israeli Defence Forces in the war. Incessant attacks on civilian population, schools, universities, aid workers, hospitals and the forced exodus of Palestinians from Gaza are manifest crimes against humanity.COAS reiterated the call for immediate cessation of hostilities, opening of humanitarian corridor to Gaz...

Pakistan - ASEAN partnership affirmed as Foreign Minister Inaugurates ‘ASEAN CORNER’ AT ISSI Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani unveiled the plaque and inaugurated the ‘ASEAN Corner’ at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) today. The event was characterized by ASEAN Envoys as a “milestone” in the growing Pakistan-ASEAN collaboration. The inauguration was followed by a Round Table discussion, entitled: “Forging Partnership: Exploring the Future Prospects of Pakistan-ASEAN Relations.” The inauguration ceremony and Round Table attracted prominent diplomats, scholars, students, media, and businessman representatives, and served as an opportunity to underscore ASEAN’s place and role in the world and to reinforce the efforts strengthening of Pakistan-ASEAN partnership. In his ...

Indonesian Ambassador to Pakistan Mr. Adam Mallavarman Togyu ​​visited Naval Headquarters IslamabadIndonesian Ambassador to Pakistan Mr. Adam Mallavarman Togyu ​​visited Naval Headquarters Islamabad. Ambassador of Indonesia meeting with Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf.The distinguished guest congratulated Chief of Navy Admiral Naveed Ashraf on assuming office and expressed his best wishes for him. During the meeting, issues of mutual interest and further promotion of bilateral maritime cooperation were discussed. The Indonesian Ambassador appreciated the role of Pakistan Navy in ensuring maritime security in the region.Editor: Raja Kamran

Shahid Ashraf Tarar hosts French Ambassador Nicolas Galey, investment opportunities and other matters of mutual interest discussed A meeting was held between Caretaker Minister Shahid Ashraf Tarar and the Ambassador of France to Pakistan H.E. Mr. Nicolas Galey to discuss emerging investment opportunities in transport, rail, and shipping sectors. The caretaker minister highlighted certain projects for investments in Pakistan and said that there are golden opportunities for the French. He added that Sukkur-Hyderabad Motorway (M-6) is an excellent investment opportunity. Similarly, Pakistan Railways is trying to build a route from Kohat to Kharlachi in order to connect with Afghanistan, and French investors are welcome to explore.French Ambassador H.E. Mr. Nicolas Galey stated that Franc...

Annual convocation week of the National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST) commenced at the University’s main campus in Islamabad The annual convocation week of the National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST) commenced at the University’s main campus in Islamabad today.Chairman NUST Board of Governors, General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) graced the occasion as Chief Guest at the inaugural “Master Convocation Ceremony” and conferred medals upon distinction holders.Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD students received degrees during the course of convocation week. Degrees are being awarded to over 3500 graduates from all NUST Schools at the main campus in the 7 core disciplines.While addressing the graduates, COAS extended his heartiest f...

Foreign Minister’s Participation in the twenty-second Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government (CHG) of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)At the invitation of Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic Akylbek Japarov, Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani will lead the Pakistani delegation to the twenty-second (22nd) Meeting of SCO Council of Heads of Government (CHG) on 26 October 2023.CHG Meeting will be attended by the Heads of Government of China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, Vice-President of Iran and Foreign Ministers of Pakistan and India. SCO Observer States viz. Belarus and Mongolia as well as Guest State Turkmenistan will also attend the meeting.CHG is the second highest forum in SCO. It focuses primarily on th...

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf visits Palestine Embassy in IslamabadSpeaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf visits Palestine Embassy in Islamabad. Speaker's meeting with Palestinian Ambassador Ahmed Jawad Rabi. The Speaker's expression of complete solidarity with the oppressed Palestinian people. Speaker's expression of deep sorrow and regret for the loss of life of innocent civilians due to Israeli bombing. Speaker's strong condemnation of Israel's barbaric aggression in Palestine.While talking Raja Pervez Ashraf said, Israel's illegal and inhumane aggression is not acceptable in any way. The hearts of the Pakistani people also beat with the Palestinian people. The people of Pakistan are deeply saddened by the loss of lives of Palestinians. In this hour of dif...

Meeting of the Political Consul of the British High Commission Miss Zoe Ware with the Caretaker Federal Minister of Information Murtaza SolangiThe meeting of the Political Consul of the British High Commission Miss Zoe Ware with the Caretaker Federal Minister of Information Murtaza Solangi. In the meeting, discussions were held on Pak-UK relations, hate speech, misinformation, elimination of disinformation, promotion of cooperation in media sectors and Safe Digital Environment Program of UNDP.Murtaza Solangi said Pakistan values ​​relations with Britain. We want to promote cooperation in media sectors with Britain. UNDP's Safe Digital Environment program will help counter misinformation and hateful narratives. The project will further improve the knowledge, capacity and skills of...