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Foreign Minister’s participation in 10th Commonwealth Youth Ministerial Meeting
8Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Foreign Minister’s participation in 10th Commonwealth Youth Ministerial Meeting

Foreign Minister’s participation in 10th Commonwealth Youth Ministerial MeetingForeign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani will chair the 10th Commonwealth Youth Ministerial Meeting (CYMM) being held from 12 to 15 September 2023 in London. The Commonwealth Secretariat is convening the Commonwealth Youth Ministerial Meeting as Pakistan assumes the Chair of the meeting and plays an active part in setting the agenda ahead of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Summit to be held next year in Samoa. The theme of the meeting is “Aim Higher: Delivering More for Young People in the Commonwealth”. It aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.While in London, the Foreign Minister is also expected to meet with participating Ministers and high-ranking officials of the Commonwealt...
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MESSAGE FROM CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF ADMIRAL MUHAMMAD AMJAD KHAN NIAZI ON THE OCCASION OF NAVY DAY
8Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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MESSAGE FROM CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF ADMIRAL MUHAMMAD AMJAD KHAN NIAZI ON THE OCCASION OF NAVY DAY

MESSAGE FROM CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF ADMIRAL MUHAMMAD AMJAD KHAN NIAZI ON THE OCCASION OF NAVY DAYPakistan Navy celebrates 8th September as the Navy Day to pay tribute to the sacrifices of its Officers and Men who demonstrated self-belief, grit-n- guile and absolute faith in Allah SWT to venture into enemy waters and bombarded coastal town of Dwarka. On this day, we acknowledge the sacrifices of our Shuhadas & Ghazis and honour their bravado and valiant spirit which lifted the morale of the nation against a sinister enemy during the 1965 War.During Operation Dwarka, codenamed ‘Operation SOMNATH’, Pakistan Navy’s seven major warships proceeded on an audacious mission inside enemy territory and destroyed significant shore installations including Indian radar station and a radi...
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General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) presided over the 259th Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held at GHQ
7Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) presided over the 259th Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held at GHQ

General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) presided over the 259th Corps Commanders' Conference (CCC) held at GHQGeneral Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) presided over the 259th Corps Commanders' Conference (CCC) held at GHQ, today. Forum paid rich tribute to the supreme sacrifices of Shuhadas including officers and men of the Armed Forces, Law Enforcement Agencies and Citizens who laid their lives for the safety, security and territorial integrity of the country. Fateha was offered for the martyrs and it was reiterated that the State of Pakistan and Armed Forces will continue to hold the Shuhadas and their families in highest esteem, ever honoring them with utmost respect and dignity.Commemoration of Defence and Martyrs Day on 6 September acr...
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BRITISH HIGH COMMISSIONER CALLS ON AIR CHIEF
7Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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BRITISH HIGH COMMISSIONER CALLS ON AIR CHIEF

BRITISH HIGH COMMISSIONER CALLS ON AIR CHIEFH.E. Ms. Jane Marriott, British High Commissioner to Pakistan, met with Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force, in a highly significant meeting held at Air Headquarters today. The discussion focused on key areas of mutual interest, with a special emphasis on the contemporary geo-political situation and emerging regional security challenges. High ranking military dignitaries from British Armed Forces were also present during the meeting.The Air Chief accentuated the cordial relations that exist between the two nations while emphasizing his steadfast determination to elevate the existing synergistic partnership between the two key allies. He briefed the British High Commissioner on the PAF's...
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Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia called on Caretaker Minister for Finance, Revenue, Economic Affairs, and Privatization
7Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia called on Caretaker Minister for Finance, Revenue, Economic Affairs, and Privatization

Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia called on Caretaker Minister for Finance, Revenue, Economic Affairs, and PrivatizationH.E. Mr. Nawaf Bin Said Al-Malki, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia called on Caretaker Minister for Finance, Revenue, Economic Affairs, and Privatization Dr. Shamshd Akhtar, at the Finance Division, today.Finance Minister Dr. Shamshad Akhtar warmly welcomed the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia and expressed her appreciation for the long-standing historical, religious, and cultural ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. The Minister also apprised the Ambassador of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia of continuation of policies and programmes of the Government to bring economic prosperity in the country.H.E. Mr. Nawaf Bin Said Al-Malki, Ambassador of Saudi Ara...
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CWDP clears four development projects worth Rs 126.2b
7Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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CWDP clears four development projects worth Rs 126.2b

CWDP clears four development projects worth Rs 126.2bThe Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has cleared four development projects worth Rs 126.2 billion during its meeting held on Thursday under the Deputy Chairmanship of Planning Commission, Dr Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. The meeting was attended by Secretary Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Chief Economist, Members Planning Commission and representatives from the various ministries. The forum has recommended Thar Coal Rail Connectivity with existing Railway Network project including last mile connectivity with Port Qasim worth Rs 55.97b to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC). The Ministry of Railway is the sponsoring agency of the project. The main objective of the project is...
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PAKISTAN AIR FORCE PAYS HOMAGE TO ITS MARTYRS
7Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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PAKISTAN AIR FORCE PAYS HOMAGE TO ITS MARTYRS

PAKISTAN AIR FORCE PAYS HOMAGE TO ITS MARTYRSPakistan Air Force observed 7th September as Martyrs’ Day at all PAF Bases throughout the country. The day commenced with a solemn observance, including special Du'aa and Quran Khawani, dedicated to the martyrs of the 1965 & 1971 Wars, as well as those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty since the establishment of Pakistan.Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force was the Chief Guest during a Martyrs’ Day Ceremony held at Air Headquarters, Islamabad. Addressing on the occasion, the Air Chief said that PAF has a proud history of sacrifice, valour and professionalism. He highlighted that the Martyrs’ Day is an embodiment of exceptional bravery, flawless professionalism, and...
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DG Rangers (Sindh) Major General Azhar Waqas reviewed the security arrangements in Karachi
7Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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DG Rangers (Sindh) Major General Azhar Waqas reviewed the security arrangements in Karachi

DG Rangers (Sindh) Major General Azhar Waqas reviewed the security arrangements in KarachiDG Rangers (Sindh) Major General Azhar Waqas reviewed the security arrangements for the main procession in Karachi on the occasion of Chelum Hazrat Imam Hussain and visited the Rangers control room. On this occasion, the area sector commander gave a detailed briefing to the DG Rangers regarding the security of the main procession of Hazrat Imam Hussain at Chehalam. DG Rangers Sindh has issued instructions for proper security arrangements on the occasion of Hazrat Imam Hussain Chelum. DG Rangers Sindh's detailed review of security in the procession corridors and adjacent areas. DG Rangers Sindh also inspected the security arrangements at Hussainia Irania Imambargah.Editor: Raja Kamran
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Ethiopian Ambassador to Pakistan JemalBeker Abdula Called On VP FPCCI Umar Masood ur Rehman at FPCCI Capital Office
7Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Ethiopian Ambassador to Pakistan JemalBeker Abdula Called On VP FPCCI Umar Masood ur Rehman at FPCCI Capital Office

PAKISTAN AND ETHIOPIA HAVE A VERY IMPORTANT PLACE IN TERMS OF TRADE AND ECONOMY ENVOYEthiopian Ambassador to Pakistan JemalBeker Abdula visited the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) Capital Office in Islamabad and called on Vice President FPCCI Umar Masood ur Reham, Convenor, Syed Asad Mashadi. They discussed wide-ranging trade, industry, and commercial avenues of cooperation, investments, and joint ventures, On behalf of the business and trading community. Mr. Jamal Beker Abdula, Ethiopian ambassador, said that a preferential trade agreement between Pakistan and Ethiopia is indispensable for the promotion of mutual trade. “Bilateral trade between the two countries is minimal and amounts (only) to $78 million; however, my target is to take it to $300 mi...
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CTD Balochistan, Quetta Agbarg operation, 5 terrorists killed of banned organization TTP
7Sep By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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CTD Balochistan, Quetta Agbarg operation, 5 terrorists killed of banned organization TTP

CTD Balochistan, Quetta Agbarg operation, 5 terrorists killed of banned organization TTPOperation of Counter Terrorism Department Balochistan in Agbarg, 5 terrorists killed. Quetta, the slain terrorists belonged to the banned organization TTP. Spokesperson Counter Terrorism Department Balochistan. The terrorists killed in Quetta were involved in the target killing of Eagle Squad police and law enforcement personnel in Kuchlak. Arms and ammunition recovered from a hideout used by terrorists. Bodies, suicide vests, rifles, five hand grenades, explosives and other prohibited items were recovered Spokesman CTD BalochistanEditor: Raja Kamran
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