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Pakistan offers attractive investment incentive Chinese businessmen: Ahsan Iqbal
12Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan offers attractive investment incentive Chinese businessmen: Ahsan Iqbal

Pakistan offers attractive investment incentive Chinese businessmen: Ahsan IqbalFederal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal said that Pakistan offers very attractive investment incentives and welcomes all investors especially Chinese businessmen to invest in Information Technology, agriculture, dairy farming, housing, mining and manufacturing sectors. The present government has taken several steps to put the country’s economy back on track and look forward to a period of growth, he said while addressing the participants of the Pakistan China Business Forum titled Exploring Trade and Investment Opportunities in Pakistan. The forum was organized by the Embassy of Pakistan and supported by the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) and Habib Bank Limited (...
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A Seminar by The Centre for Aerospace and Security Studies (CASS), Lahore
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A Seminar by The Centre for Aerospace and Security Studies (CASS), Lahore

A Seminar by The Centre for Aerospace and Security Studies (CASS), LahoreA seminar was conducted by the Centre for Aerospace and Security Studies (CASS), Lahore on the theme of “Pakistan’s Foreign Policy Choices in the Evolving Global Order”. The seminar featured a keynote address by Ambassador (Retd) Javid Husain who underscored the need for a pragmatic approach in Pakistan’s foreign policy towards the great powers, regional countries, and especially the neighboring states. Ambassador (Retd) Naghmana Hashmi dwelt in detail on how to further deepen Pakistan’s strategic ties with China. Ambassador (Retd) Riffat Masood in a video message, reflected on policy options vis a vis India and Pakistan’s representative on Afghanistan, Ambassador (Retd) Asif Durrani emphasized the utmost import...
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UNDP-UNAIDS Consultative Session on HIV Tackles Stigma and Discrimination with LEAs Support
11Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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UNDP-UNAIDS Consultative Session on HIV Tackles Stigma and Discrimination with LEAs Support

UNDP-UNAIDS Consultative Session on HIV Tackles Stigma and Discrimination with LEAs Support In a collaborative effort, UNDP-UNAIDS successfully organised a consultative session at the CPO in Karachi. The session aimed to address the critical issue of HIV stigma and discrimination, with the valuable support of law enforcement agencies. Attended by approximately 85 officials, including representatives from the Motorway Police, Railways Police, NAB, IB, Sindh Police, CDS HIV, UNDP, UNAIDS, and various healthcare professionals, the event proved to be an important platform for discussions on strategies and the way forward. Under the skillful moderation of Ms. Fahimda from UNAIDS, the session generated fruitful discussions centered around combating stigma and creating a secure, supportive envi...
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Pakistan, China agree to to accelerate implementation on ML-I, SEZs
11Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan, China agree to to accelerate implementation on ML-I, SEZs

Pakistan, China agree to to accelerate implementation on ML-I, SEZsPakistan and China has agreed to fast-track the implementation of ML-1and Special Economic Zones SEZs so that projects can be executed timely. The agreement was reached between Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal and Chairman, National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), Mr  Zheng Shanjie during a meeting held in Beijing on Tuesday. The Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal is on a four-day official visit to China over the 10 -year celebrations of CPEC. During his visit, he co-chaired a special Joint Cooperation Committee meetings (JCC) meeting with the Vice Chairman, National Development & Reform Commission (NDRC). Besides, several meetings were held with key Chinese o...
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AMBASSADOR OF KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA CALLS ON AIR CHIEF
11Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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AMBASSADOR OF KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA CALLS ON AIR CHIEF

AMBASSADOR OF KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA CALLS ON AIR CHIEFThe Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, H.E. Mr. Nawaf Saeed Al-Malakiy, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force in his office today. The meeting was focused on areas of mutual interest and regional developments.During the meeting, Chief of the Air Staff shared his pragmatic policy decisions aimed at modernizing PAF through smart acquisition of niche technologies, upgradation of infrastructure and revitalization of operational & training domains. The Air Chief highlighted that Saudi Arabia being the center of the Muslim world and a significant  strategic partner has longstanding religious, cultural and historical bond with Pakistan which is exemplified throu...
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Ms. Pang Chunxue, the Chargée d’affaires of the People’s Republic of China called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
11Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Ms. Pang Chunxue, the Chargée d’affaires of the People’s Republic of China called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

Ms. Pang Chunxue, the Chargée d'affaires of the People’s Republic of China called on Prime Minister Shehbaz SharifPrime Minister Shehbaz felicitated Communist Party of China on its 102nd anniversary and thanked the CPC leadership for its firm support to Pakistan’s sovereignty, integrity and economic development. He said that as Iron Brothers and old friends, Pakistan and China have always stood together in difficult times and have extended unflinching support to each other on issues of mutual concern.Recalling his substantive interactions with Chinese President and more recently with Premier Li Qiang, the Prime Minister appreciated strong personal commitment of the Chinese leadership for strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries. Noting the upward trajectory in Pakis...
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12th Special meeting of Joint Cooperation Committee held in Beijing
11Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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12th Special meeting of Joint Cooperation Committee held in Beijing

12th Special meeting of Joint Cooperation Committee held in BeijingThe meeting of 12th (Special) Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) was held in Beijing on Tuesday. Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Prof Ahsan Iqbal & Vice Chairman, National Development & Reform Commission (NDRC), China Mr, Cong Liang co-chaired the meeting. Senior officials and representatives of various Ministries and departments dealing with CPEC matters from both the sides were also present at the occasion.In his remarks, the Minister noted that CPEC is a remarkable endeavour that symbolizes the deep-rooted ties between China and Pakistan. He recalled that this monumental project, initiated under the visionary leadership of Presi...
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Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif’s special message of thanks to the leadership of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif's special message of thanks to the leadership of the Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaPrime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif's special message of thanks to the leadership of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He said "On behalf of the people of Pakistan, I would like to extend my deep gratitude to the leadership and brotherly people of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the US$2 billion deposit with the State Bank of Pakistan. I would like to especially thank my brother Saudi Crown Prince & Prime Minister His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman for ensuring this financial support to Pakistan. This deposit will strengthen Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves. It reflects the growing confidence of our brotherly countries and the international community in P...
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s telephone conversation with Bill Gates, co-chairman of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
11Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s telephone conversation with Bill Gates, co-chairman of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's telephone conversation with Bill Gates, co-chairman of the Bill & Melinda Gates FoundationPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's telephone conversation with Bill Gates, co-chairman of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Prime Minister and Bill Gate discussed public health and sector programs. The Prime Minister appreciated the services of Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in PakistanEliminating polio, protecting children from fatal diseases, and controlling the problems of malnutrition are the first priority of the government, said the Prime Minister. The present government is paying special attention to the inclusion of all in resources, Prime Minister. Bill and Melinda Gates want to make the ongoing cooperation with the Federation even better ...
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PTI Chairman Imran Khan Statement on the economy of Pakistan
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PTI Chairman Imran Khan Statement on the economy of Pakistan

PTI Chairman Imran Khan Statement on the economy of PakistanPTI Chairman Imran Khan Statement on the economy of Pakistan. He said "When Gen Bajwa conspired with Shehbaz Sharif and his coterie of looters & money launderers, PTI in its last year had increased remittances and exports by $8.7 Billion.The imported govt’s policies have caused a loss of $8.5 billion to the economy in last 12 months with a sharp fall in exports and remittances.This, coupled with the worst inflation in our history has crushed the poor and the middle class, especially the salaried class.Meanwhile, the GDP Growth has also declined from 6.1% to 0.3%, with a steep decrease in industrial growth, causing large-scale unemployment."Editor: Raja Kamran
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