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UK’s Foreign Secretary Rt. Hon. James Cleverly calls on Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar in London

26Sep

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UK’s Foreign Secretary Rt. Hon. James Cleverly calls on Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar in London

UK’s Foreign Secretary Rt. Hon. James Cleverly calls on Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar in LondonUK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly called on Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar in London today. Discussions focussed on all areas of mutual interest, including multifaceted bilateral relations, and resumption of PIA flights.The two sides agreed on the need to elevate relations covering all areas of mutual benefit. The two sides appreciated the constructive role of the 1.6 million-strong British Pakistani diaspora in strengthening the close and historic ties between the two nations. The UK side lauded Pakistan’s support in hosting and facilitating exit of Afghan nationals for onward resettlement.Editor: Raja Kamran

25Sep

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US Envoy calls on Planning Minister

US Envoy calls on Planning MinisterUS Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome on Monday called on the Caretaker Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Saeed and discussed matters of mutual interest between the two countries.During the meeting, the Planning Minister appreciated the support that Pakistan has received from the United States in the field of development cooperation, bilateral trade and investment promotion.The two sides also exchanged views on matters of common interest and expressed their resolve to enhance and strengthen bilateral relations.The Planning Minister highlighted the government’s efforts for economic revival. The Minister further stated that the government has formed a Special Investment Facilitation Council...

Masood Khan reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to eliminate Hepatitis by 2030

25Sep

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PAKISTAN NEWS, United Nation (UN), WORLD

Masood Khan reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to eliminate Hepatitis by 2030

Masood Khan reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to eliminate Hepatitis by 2030 New York, 25 Sept 2023: Pakistan remains steadfast in its dedication to addressing the challenge of hepatitis and achieving the World Health Organization's global elimination targets by 2030, said Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States. Our priorities include updating the National Strategic Framework, improving surveillance, expanding hepatitis B birth dose vaccination, increasing HCV testing and treatment, and engaging community-based organisations said. These steps will bring us closer to eliminating hepatitis as a public health threat by 2030,” he added. Ambassador Masood Khan made these remarks while representing Pakistan at the Second Meeting of the United Nations Group of Friends to Eliminate Hepatitis a...

Transfer Chairman PTI to Adiala Jail: Islamabad High Court Order

25Sep

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Transfer Chairman PTI to Adiala Jail: Islamabad High Court Order

Transfer Chairman PTI to Adiala Jail: Islamabad High Court OrderThe Chief Justice of Islamabad High Court ordered the transfer of Chairman PTI from Attock Jail to Adiala Jail. Islamabad High Court Chief Justice Aamir Farooq heard PTI Chairman's request for transfer from Attock to Adiala Jail. The Chief Justice of Islamabad High Court remarked that Chairman PTI should be shifted to Adiala Jail.During the hearing, the lawyer requested that the PTI chairman be provided with an exercise machine as he is a sportsman. The Chief Justice of Islamabad High Court said that according to the prison rules, they should be given the things they are entitled to, their rights should not be violated.Editor: Raja Kamran

Serena Hotels Launches Green Impact Cleanup Drive to promote Environment consciousness

23Sep

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Serena Hotels Launches Green Impact Cleanup Drive to promote Environment consciousness

Serena Hotels launched its sustainable initiative "Green Impact Cleanup Drive," which is aimed at promoting environmental protection, sustainable practices along with raising awareness against littering and use of single use plastic. This inspiring event took place at F-9 Park Islamabad and Saidpur Village simultaneously and was made possible through a collaborative effort between Serena Hotels, the UAE Embassy, Ismaili Civic Pakistan, and the Capital Development Authority (CDA).The activity was organized simultaneously across all Serena Hotels’ units in Pakistan. Quetta Serena Hotel and Rotary International carried the cleanup drive activity. Faisalabad Serena Hotel joined hands with WWF, whilst Gilgit Serena Hotel, Serena Shigar Fort, Serena Khaplu Palace and Serena Altit Fort Re...

PAF CONTINGENT RETURNS TRIUMPHANT AFTER PARTICIPATION IN EXERCISE BRIGHT STAR-2023

23Sep

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PAF CONTINGENT RETURNS TRIUMPHANT AFTER PARTICIPATION IN EXERCISE BRIGHT STAR-2023

PAF CONTINGENT RETURNS TRIUMPHANT AFTER PARTICIPATION IN EXERCISE BRIGHT STAR-2023 Pakistan Air Force contingent has landed back at an operational air base after successful participation in the multinational tri-services air exercise Bright Star 2023, held in Egypt. The exercise brought together 30 nations from across the globe, fostering camaraderie and showcasing the prowess of participating armed forces. The distinguished event showcased the remarkable performance of PAF's contingent, consisting of skilled combat pilots, proficient air defence controllers, and adept technical ground crew, who demonstrated pride and professional excellence as a unified team while operating advanced JF-17 Thunder fighter jets.The primary objective of the Bright Star Exercise was to promote interopera...

President Alvi calls for enhanced cooperation with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

23Sep

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President Alvi calls for enhanced cooperation with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

President Alvi calls for enhanced cooperation with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Pakistan and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have reiterated their desire to further improve bilateral cooperation in the areas of trade, economy and defence. This was discussed at a meeting between the visiting Chief of General Staff of the Saudi Armed Forces General Fayyadh bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili, who along with the members of his delegation, called on President Dr Arif Alvi, at Aiwan-e-Sadr, today.Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan, Mr. Nawaf Bin Saeed Al-Malki also attended the meeting.Welcoming the delegation, the President said Pakistan highly valued its relations with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) which had always supported Pakistan at difficult times. He stated that both brotherly countries enjoyed excellen...

Statement by the Prime Minister of Pakistan General debate of the 78th Session of UN General Assembly

22Sep

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Statement by the Prime Minister of Pakistan General debate of the 78th Session of UN General Assembly

New York, 22 Sept 2023: Statement by the Prime Minister of Pakistan General debate of the 78th Session of UN General AssemblyBISMILLAHI AR-RAHMAN AR-RAHIMMr. President, Excellencies, Heads of State, Government and Delegations,Ladies and Gentlemen,On behalf of the Government and people of Pakistan, I convey to you, Mr. President, our warm congratulations on your election to guide the work of this historic Session of the UN General Assembly. I am confident that your vast diplomatic experience, and the sunny disposition of your beautiful Island country, will enable you to steer this Assembly to a most successful conclusion.Mr. President, We are meeting at a tense and pivotal moment in modern history. Conflicts rage in Ukraine and in 50 other places around the world. Tensio...

NAVAL CHIEF ATTENDS 25TH INTERNATIONAL SEAPOWER SYMPOSIUM-2023 AT USA

22Sep

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PAKISTAN NEWS, United Nation (UN)

NAVAL CHIEF ATTENDS 25TH INTERNATIONAL SEAPOWER SYMPOSIUM-2023 AT USA

NAVAL CHIEF ATTENDS 25TH INTERNATIONAL SEAPOWER SYMPOSIUM-2023 AT USAChief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi attended the 25th International Seapower Symposium-2023 (ISS-25) held at US Naval War College Newport, Rhode Island during official visit to USA. The event involved panel discussions on issues related to common maritime challenges and opportunities to enhance international maritime security cooperation. A Large number of Heads of World Navies or their senior representatives attended ISS-25.During ISS, bilateral meetings and interactions of Chief of the Naval Staff with senior International Naval dignitaries including Chief of Staff Spanish Navy, Naval Chiefs of Azerbaijan, Egypt, Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Secretary of the US Navy (SECNAV) and Chief of N...

Kazakhstan delegation keen to explore business and investment prospects in Pakistan

22Sep

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Kazakhstan delegation keen to explore business and investment prospects in Pakistan

A business delegation of Kazakhstan led by H.E. YerzhanKistafin, Ambassador of Kazakhstan visited Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry and showed interest to explore business and investment opportunities in Pakistan. The delegation was representing food & beverages, oil & gas, minerals, precious stones, fertilizers, chemicals, textiles, autoparts, wholesale and retail sectors.Speaking on the occasion, H.E.YerzhanKistafin, Ambassador of Kazakhstan said that his country wants to further strengthen trade relations with Pakistan as both countries have good potential to do trade in many items. He said that last year, a trade delegation of Kazakhstan was organized to Pakistan and hoped that the visit of another Kazakh delegation would contribute to promote business relation...