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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Meets Begum Khaleda Zia
24Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Meets Begum Khaleda Zia

Dhaka,24 August 2025(kamran Raja): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, called on Chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), Begum Khaleda Zia, at her residence today.Extending warm wishes on behalf of the Government and people of Pakistan, Senator Ishaq Dar expressed his prayers for Begum Zia’s speedy recovery and continued well-being in view of her prolonged indisposition. He also conveyed special greetings from the Prime Minister of Pakistan.Acknowledging her contributions as a former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Senator Ishaq Dar lauded Begum Khaleda Zia’s services to her nation. The meeting also fondly recalled her historic visit to Pakistan in 2006, which had further strengthened the bonds of goodwill between the two...
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Prime Minister Meets Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi
21Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister Meets Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi

Islamabad, 21 August 2025[Kamran Raja]: Minister for Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China, Mr. Wang Yi, who is on an official visit to Pakistan, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister’s House earlier this evening. Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, and senior members of the Cabinet were also present.Welcoming the Chinese Foreign Minister, the Prime Minister expressed deep appreciation for the leadership, government, and people of China for their steadfast support to Pakistan in safeguarding its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national development. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for China on its core issues and reiterated the comm...
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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Meeting with U.S. Acting Ambassador Discussed Bilateral Cooperation
21Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Meeting with U.S. Acting Ambassador Discussed Bilateral Cooperation

Islamabad, August 21, 2025(Kamran Raja): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with U.S. Acting Ambassador Natalie Baker in Islamabad today. The two sides discussed a wide range of issues, including Pakistan-U.S. relations, counterterrorism, and counternarcotics cooperation.Ambassador Baker congratulated Minister Naqvi on being conferred with the Nishan-e-Imtiaz and conveyed her best wishes. She also expressed sorrow over the loss of lives caused by recent rains and flash floods in Pakistan, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, extending condolences to the bereaved families.Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi appreciated U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts for sustainable global peace, noting that by preventing multiple conflicts, including between Pakistan and India, P...
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Pakistan Football Federation Welcomes High-Profile Coach Nolberto Solano; Announces Launch of National Futsal Team
21Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan Football Federation Welcomes High-Profile Coach Nolberto Solano; Announces Launch of National Futsal Team

Lahore, August 21, 2025(Kamran Raja):The President of the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF), Syed Mohsen Gilani, has announced the appointment of former Peruvian international and experienced coach Nolberto Solano as the new Head Coach of Pakistan’s U23 and Senior Men’s National Football Teams.Speaking at a press conference at the PFF headquarters, President Gilani highlighted Solano’s exceptional credentials and the positive impact his appointment will have on the future of football in Pakistan.“Pakistan has never had a coach of such a high profile before,” said Gilani. “His experience will play a key role in strengthening modern football in Pakistan, motivating our players, and providing valuable learning opportunities for our local coaches.”President Gilani also revealed a ...
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister and State Councilor and Foreign Minister of China co-chaired the 6th Round of the Pakistan-China Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue
21Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister and State Councilor and Foreign Minister of China co-chaired the 6th Round of the Pakistan-China Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue

Islamabad – August 21, 2025(Kamran Raja): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, and State Councilor and Foreign Minister of China, H.E. Wang Yi, co-chaired the 6th Round of the Pakistan-China Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue in Islamabad today. During the Dialogue, both sides comprehensively reviewed the entire spectrum of Pakistan-China relations and held extensive discussions on important regional and global developments. The two Foreign Ministers exchanged in-depth views on advancing cooperation across multiple domains, including the upgradation of CPEC into its second phase (CPEC 2.0), trade and economic relations, multilateral cooperation, and people-to-people exchanges. Reaffirming the All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership, the two side...
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Pakistan Reaffirms Solidarity with Syrian People at UN Security Council
21Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan Reaffirms Solidarity with Syrian People at UN Security Council

United Nations, August 21, 2025(Kamran Raja): Pakistan has reaffirmed its unwavering support for a sovereign, unified, and peaceful Syria while urging the international community to prioritize the alleviation of the Syrian people’s suffering. Speaking at the UN Security Council briefing on the situation in Syria, Ambassador Usman Jadoon, Deputy Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN, acknowledged the Syrian government’s efforts in dialogue, national cooperation, and regional outreach. He stressed, however, that the foremost priority must remain addressing the dire humanitarian needs of the Syrian people. The Ambassador highlighted that over 16 million Syrians remain in urgent need of assistance, with children facing alarming levels of hunger and malnutrition as access to safe water...
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ECO Secretary General Gives Public Address on “ECO, Regionalism and the New Geopolitical Dynamics” at ISSI
21Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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ECO Secretary General Gives Public Address on “ECO, Regionalism and the New Geopolitical Dynamics” at ISSI

Islamabad, August 21, 2025(Ghufran): The Centre for Strategic Perspectives (CSP) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted a Public Address on “ECO, Regionalism and the New Geopolitical Dynamics.” Ambassador Dr. Asad Majeed Khan, Secretary General of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), was the Guest Speaker at the event, which brought together academics, think-tank experts, and practitioners. Welcoming the Guest Speaker, Director General ISSI, Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, observed that the global environment is marked by turbulence and transformation, with major-power competition intensifying and multilateralism under stress. In contrast, regionalism remains resilient, except in regions like South Asia. He emphasized that if ECO succeeds as a model of regional co...
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Prime Minister Reaffirms Resolve to Eradicate Polio from Pakistan
19Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister Reaffirms Resolve to Eradicate Polio from Pakistan

Islamabad, August 19, 2025(Ghufran): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated the government’s firm commitment to eradicating polio from Pakistan, stating that health teams, polio workers, and all concerned institutions are united in this national mission. The Prime Minister expressed gratitude to Rotary International for its strong support in line with other international partners, noting that their continued cooperation is vital in eliminating this crippling disease. “Challenges exist in the path to eradication, but through determination and hard work, we will secure the future of Pakistan’s children,” the Prime Minister emphasized. “Ending polio may be difficult, but it is not impossible. The pivotal role of polio workers in these campaigns deserves the highest appreciation...
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In South Sudan, Pakistan Reaffirms Support for UN Peacekeeping, Peace, and Stability
19Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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In South Sudan, Pakistan Reaffirms Support for UN Peacekeeping, Peace, and Stability

United Nations, August 18, 2025(Kamran Raja): Pakistan has reaffirmed its unwavering support for peace, stability, and the United Nations’ peacekeeping efforts in South Sudan, stressing the urgent need for political trust, inclusivity, and international solidarity to sustain progress. Delivering the national statement at the UN Security Council briefing on South Sudan, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, noted that the political and security situation in the country remains fragile, with escalating tensions threatening the hard-won gains achieved since the 2018 Revitalized Peace Agreement. The Ambassador expressed concern over the detention of key SPLM/A-IO leaders, stressing that such actions undermine trust and inclusivity, which are...
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