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ISLAMABAD, 15 JANUARY 2026(Kamran Raja): H.E. Ms. Sun Haiyan, Vice Minister, International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC), called on the Prime Minister at the Prime Minister House today. The Prime Minister was assisted by SAPM Tariq Fatemi, PM’s Special Representative on China Amb. Zafar Uddin Mahmood, and Foreign Secretary Amb. Amna Baloch.During their warm and cordial meeting, the Prime Minister welcomed the Chinese dignitary and her delegation to Pakistan and said it was particularly auspicious that the visit was taking place when both countries were celebrating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries. He noted that the year had commenced with the successful visit of the Deputy Prime Minister...

Islamabad, January 15,2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik chaired a meeting today with senior officials of Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL), Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC), and the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) to review the gas supply situation amid increased demand due to severe cold weather. Taking serious notice of the gas supply challenges being faced by domestic consumers, the Minister directed the Sui companies to take all necessary and immediate steps to ensure maximum facilitation for household gas consumers, particularly during peak winter conditions. He emphasized that providing relief to households remains the top priority of the government. To ensure timely and effective decision-making, the Minister directed that weekly rep...

Islamabad: 14 January, 2026(Kamran Raja): A delegation of World Liberty Financial USA led by Zachary Witkoff, Chief Executive Officer called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad today. Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Minister for Finance Muhamamd Aurangzeb, SAPM Syed Tariq Fatemi and Chairman Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority Bilal Bin Saqib also attended the meeting. Welcoming the delegation, the Prime Minister shared his vision for digital Pakistan aimed at increased connectivity, access, transparency and openness for the citizens. He said the rapidly growing pace of digital payments and financial innovation are essential parts of Pakistan’s rapidly expanding digital ...

Islamabad 13 January 2026(Kamran Raja): A delegation from the United Arab Emirates led by Director General Customs and Port Security Ahmed bin Lahij Al Falasi called on Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi. Detailed discussions were held on Pakistan UAE relations, mutual cooperation, and simplifying immigration processes for travelers. ‎During the meeting , both sides agreed that a formal pact on “Pre-Immigration Clearance” between Pakistan and the UAE would be signed. The system will initially be launched on a pilot basis, with Karachi selected as the first location. ‎Speaking on the occasion, Federal Minister Mohsin Naqvi said that under the pre-immigration clearance system, immigration and relevant clearance will take place in Pakistan itself. After its implementation, passengers ...

Press Release : January 13,2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik is in Riyadh leading Pakistani delegation at the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) 2026, hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. On the sidelines of the Forum, Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting with H.E. Bandar Ibrahim Al-Khorayef, Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in the mining and minerals sector, exploring joint investment opportunities, and enhancing collaboration across the mineral value chain. The Saudi Minister appreciated Pakistan’s participation in the Forum, noting that global focus has increasingly shifted toward mining and critical minerals. He highlighted the vast pote...

Islamabad 13 January 2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi held an important meeting with Chairman Karachi Port Trust (KPT) Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed (Retd.) to discuss measures for strengthening the railway system for efficient cargo transportation from Karachi Port. The meeting focused on reducing congestion at the port and surrounding road networks by shifting a larger share of cargo transportation from roads to rail. Both sides agreed that rail-based freight transport is a cost-effective and sustainable solution to improve logistics efficiency and support trade activities. Federal Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi announced major reform initiatives in the cargo transportation sector, stating that Pakistan Railways’ overall freight-handling capacity will be...