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Third Round of Pakistan and China Bilateral Political ConsultationsThe Third Round of Pakistan-China Bilateral Political Consultations (BPC) was held in Beijing on 18 March 2023. Foreign Secretary Dr. Asad Majeed Khan led the Pakistan delegation while the Chinese side was led by Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong. BPC is a regular institutional mechanism between Pakistan and China.The two sides reviewed the entire spectrum of bilateral relations, and agreed to expand and reinforce political and security cooperation, bilateral trade, economic and financial cooperation, cultural exchanges, tourism, and people-to-people ties. Pakistan and China will also enhance high level engagements and dialogue mechanisms and make the channels of communication even more robust.Noting the compl...

From 15 Mar 23 onwards, an Intelligence Based Operation has been initiated to intercept a terrorists group operating in general area South of AwaranFrom 15 Mar 23 onwards, an Intelligence Based Operation has been initiated to intercept a terrorists group operating in general area South of Awaran. The terrorists were linked with firing and improvised explosive devices incidents along Turbat Awaran Rd and surrounding areas.Based on credible information, multiple ambushes had been laid along different routes in the area frequented by the terrorists for last three days. Resultantly, party of 3x Terrorists was intercepted while moving towards their hideout. On being blocked, they opened fire onto the Security Forces.During ensuing heavy exchange of fire, all three terrorists have ...

Foreign Secretary meets with Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Foreign Secretary Dr. Asad Majeed Khan met China’s State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang in Beijing today. The Foreign Secretary stated that Pakistan and China were iron brothers, trusted friends and enduring partners for peace and development. State Councilor Qin Gang reiterated China’s strong commitment to China-Pakistan All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership and to extend continued across-the-board support to Pakistan.State Councilor Qin Gang and Foreign Secretary Asad Majeed Khan reaffirmed the significance of China-Pakistan strategic ties in the evolving regional and international milieu and noted with satisfaction the steady momentum in the relationship. They agreed to further build on the ...

 Federal Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz SharifPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Lawyers have a key role in Pakistan's constitutional evolution. The government has approved the Laywers Protection Bill-2023 to be presented in Parliament for the protection of lawyers. A support price of Rs 8500 per maund has also been approved to make cotton farmers' crop profitable. Ensure security of deposits of SME bank customers. Special care should be taken to return customer deposits during winding down.Federal Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif was held today at Prime Minister House Islamabad. On the recommendation of the Ministry of Finance, the Cabinet gave ex-post facto approval to 15 bilateral and 2 Multi-lateral MoUs of the Secu...

Opening Remarks for the Press Briefing by Spokesperson 17 March 2023Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has just concluded his visit to Mauritania where he was leading the Pakistan delegation to the 49th Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM). After Pakistan’s successful tenure as the Chair of 48th OIC CFM, the Foreign Minister handed over the Chairmanship to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, the incoming Chair of the 49th OIC CFM.In his statement, Foreign Minister underscored the importance of the unity of Islamic Ummah and the role of OIC in overcoming regional and global challenges to peace, security and development. He called for peaceful resolution of lingering disputes and highlighted the case of Palestine and Kashmir as common causes of the OIC. Foreig...

 25th Convocation of Bahria University IslamabadChief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi was the chief guest of the ceremony. In the ceremony, degrees were distributed to 175 students who completed their studies in various fields from Bahria University. The Naval Chief awarded merit certificates and medals to the students for their distinguished performance. Students should pursue the fulfillment of their dreams by practicing truth, righteousness in practical life.The administration of Bahria University, parents of students and personalities associated with the education department participated in the ceremony.Sub-Editor: Ghufran Majeed

An Intelligence Based Operation was carried out in general area Boghra Rd, ChamanOn 15 Mar 23, an Intelligence Based Operation was carried out in general area Boghra Rd, Chaman to search a suspected hideout of Terrorists, linked with recent firing incidents on law enforcement agencies and civilians in Chaman area besides planting of improvised explosive devices in surrounding areas. As a result of continuous technical Surveillance and Reconnaissance of the area, a location of the Terrorists was identified and Security Forces along with CTD were inducted.Resultantly, while terrorists had already escaped, a huge cache of arms and ammunition including rockets, Improvised Explosive Devices and other accessories has been recovered. The recovery has helped avert an obvious terroris...

Joint Statement on U.S.-Pakistan Climate and Environment Working GroupOn March 16, 2023, the United States and Pakistan concluded the second meeting of the Climate and Environment Working Group in Islamabad.  Pakistan’s Minister for Climate Change Sherry Rehman and the U.S. Department of State’s Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Monica Medina led the delegations.  Officials and experts engaged on climate and environment issues, including climate change, energy transition, water management, climate-smart agriculture, air quality, biodiversity, and waste management including plastics recycling.  The delegations discussed the impacts of the devastating floods in Pakistan in 2022 and emphasized the importance of building r...