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PM Shehbaz Sharif Lauds Progress in Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan Cooperation

29Jul

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PM Shehbaz Sharif Lauds Progress in Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan Cooperation

Islamabad: 29 July 2025(Kamran Raja): A high-level delegation from the Kyrgyz Republic, led by H.E. Edil Baisalov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad today. The delegation is in Pakistan in order to participate in the 5th Session of the Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan Joint Intergovernmental Commission (IGC), aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the delegation and expressed satisfaction over the successful convening of the 5th IGC session. He appreciated the signing of the Protocol and several Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) between the two sides, calling them important steps towards enhancing trade, energy, collaboration, connectivity, and people-to-peopl...

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi lauds police personnel for foiling a terrorist attack by Indian-sponsored militants on Basyakhel Police Station in Bannu ‎

25Jul

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Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi lauds police personnel for foiling a terrorist attack by Indian-sponsored militants on Basyakhel Police Station in Bannu ‎

Islamabad, 25 July 2025(Nosheen): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has commended the police personnel for thwarting a terrorist attack by Indian-sponsored militants on the Basyakhel Police Station in Bannu. Appreciating the bravery and professionalism of the police, Mohsin Naqvi saluted the personnel who courageously confronted the Indian-sponsored terrorists. ‎ ‎Interior Minister stated that the police responded to the attack with valor and decisively foiled the nefarious designs of the terrorists. He emphasized that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police is on the front lines in the war against terrorism and expressed pride in the courage of its personnel.

Pakistan Presides Over UN Security Council Briefing on UN–OIC Cooperation

24Jul

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Pakistan Presides Over UN Security Council Briefing on UN–OIC Cooperation

New York, 24 July 2025 (Kamran Raja): Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, H.E. Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, presided over the United Nations Security Council briefing on cooperation between the United Nations and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to multilateralism and the strengthening of global-regional partnerships.In his statement, Senator Ishaq Dar emphasised that the meeting comes at a time of “deepening global disorder,” with escalating conflicts, expanding humanitarian crises, and the normalization of ideologies of hatred. He called for stronger, principled coordination between the UN and regional organizations like the OIC, asserting that “the urgency for coordination and principled action has never be...

President Asif Ali Zardari Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Pakistan-China Ties

24Jul

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President Asif Ali Zardari Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Pakistan-China Ties

Islamabad, 24 July 2025(Kamran Raja): The Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Pakistan, Mr. Jiang Zaidong, called on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr today to discuss matters of mutual interest and bilateral cooperation. During the meeting, President Zardari underscored that Pakistan deeply values its longstanding and all-weather friendship with China and is committed to further enhancing cooperation in diverse areas including trade, economic growth, culture, and regional connectivity. Highlighting the vast potential for collaboration, the President emphasized the importance of working together to advance peace, security, and prosperity in the region. He noted that China has consistently stood by Pakistan in times of need, and the people of Pakistan are grateful for ...

DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER/FOREIGN MINISTER ISHAQ DAR MEETS WITH SAUDI MINISTER FAISAL FADHIL AL-IBRAHIM DURING PAKISTAN’S PRESIDENCY OF THE UN SECURITY COUNCIL

23Jul

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DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER/FOREIGN MINISTER ISHAQ DAR MEETS WITH SAUDI MINISTER FAISAL FADHIL AL-IBRAHIM DURING PAKISTAN’S PRESIDENCY OF THE UN SECURITY COUNCIL

United Nations, New York 23 July 2025( Ghufran )Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Ishaq Dar, met with Saudi Minister of Economy and Planning, Faisal Fadhil Al-Ibrahim, on the sidelines of high-level events during Pakistan’s Presidency of the United Nations Security Council. The two leaders reaffirmed the deep fraternal ties between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and expressed their shared commitment to achieving lasting peace, inclusive prosperity, and regional harmony. The discussions underscored the strong bilateral relationship and mutual goals in advancing the welfare of both nations. Key areas of cooperation were explored, including food security, manufacturing, and the vital mines and minerals sector. Both sides acknowledged the potenti...

Pakistan DPM and UK Minister discuss regional & global developments

22Jul

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Pakistan DPM and UK Minister discuss regional & global developments

United Nations 22 July 2025(Ghufran):Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met the UK Minister for Africa, the UN, Commonwealth, and Multilateral Affairs, Lord Collins of Highbury, on the sidelines of the UNSC Open Debate under Pakistan’s presidency.They reaffirmed commitment to deepening Pakistan-UK cooperation in economy, trade, and parliamentary engagement, and acknowledged the constructive role of the Pakistani diaspora in the UK.On multilateral matters, Lord Collins welcomed Pakistan’s contributions to strengthening dispute settlement mechanisms during its UNSC presidency.Both leaders discussed regional and global developments, including the situation in IIOJK. They expressed deep concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and stressed the im...

Pakistan Condemns Israeli Aggression in Syria, Calls for Respect for Syrian Sovereignty and International Law

18Jul

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Pakistan Condemns Israeli Aggression in Syria, Calls for Respect for Syrian Sovereignty and International Law

United Nations, July 17, 2025(Kamran Raja): Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel’s continued military aggression against Syria, describing it as not only irresponsible, but also dangerous and deliberately destabilizing. Pakistan has further called for the immediate cessation of all violations of Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and urges full respect for the 1974 Disengagement of Forces Agreement as well as all relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions. Delivering a national statement during the UN Security Council briefing on the situation in Syria, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations and President of the Security Council, said that Israel’s continued violations exemplify impunity, arguing that the internati...

Minister of State for Finance and Railways and Head of Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit Bilal Azhar Kayani reviews Muharram arrangements in Jhelum

17Jul

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Minister of State for Finance and Railways and Head of Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit Bilal Azhar Kayani reviews Muharram arrangements in Jhelum

Islamabad July 6, 2025(Kamran Raja): Minister of State for Finance and Railways and Head of Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit Bilal Azhar Kayani, during his visit to his constituency Jhelum, reviewed the main processions of Muharram-ul-Haram and administrative efforts in detail. Deputy Commissioner Maysam Abbas and DPO Muhammad Tariq Aziz briefed the Minister of State on the arrangements made for the security, cleanliness, medical facilities and convenience of the processions and the mourners. The Minister of State inspected the main procession route at Civil Lines and directly observed the arrangements across the city from the Safe City Control Room. He appreciated the arrangements for the sabils, temporary medical centres, continuous cleaning measures (especially the “Suthra Punjab” teams)...

A High-level Chinese delegation visits Passport Headquarters

17Jul

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A High-level Chinese delegation visits Passport Headquarters

Islamabad, 17 July 2025(Kamran Raja): The delegation included senior officials of the Chinese Ministry of Public Security. The delegation visited various sections of the Passport Headquarters. A 6-member delegation reviewed modern passport printers. DG Passports Mustafa Jamal Qazi briefed the delegation. The delegation was informed about modern passport lamination and security features. The delegation was also briefed on the facilities provided in Pakistani passport offices around the world.DG Passports said the global ranking of passports improved due to modern security features. 24/7 services have been started to be provided to citizens across Pakistan. Online services are being provided to overseas Pakistanis around the world, DG Passports. Modern security equipment is being install...

Pakistan, China ink cooperation protocol to produce joint documentary

17Jul

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Pakistan, China ink cooperation protocol to produce joint documentary

Islamabad, 17 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and Managing Director of Pakistan Television Corporation Ms. Ambreen Jan and Head of the International Cooperation Department and Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Guangxi Radio and TV Station Ms. Zheng Kui have signed a cooperation protocol between Pakistan Television Corporation Ltd. and Guangxi Radio and Television.The protocol is aimed at jointly planning and producing a documentary titled The Path of Development - Pakistan, commemorating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China. The documentary will consist of two episodes, each 30 minutes in length, and is scheduled to be broadcast in May next year on the channels and new media platforms of Guangxi Radio and Tele...