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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...

UK Air Safety Committee decision to remove Pakistan and its carriers from the UK Air Safety List Subject

17Jul

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UK Air Safety Committee decision to remove Pakistan and its carriers from the UK Air Safety List Subject

Islamabad, 17 July 2025(Ghufran): Pakistan warmly welcomes the decision by the UK Air Safety Committee to remove its airline carriers from the UK Air Safety List, thereby allowing the resumption of commercial flights to the United Kingdom after a five-year hiatus. This landmark decision is an affirmation of Pakistan's sustained diplomatic and technical efforts over the past years. We have demonstrated our firm commitment to meeting and upholding the highest international safety standards.The removal of the ban marks an important restoration of connectivity between Pakistan and the United Kingdom, supporting millions of Pakistanis living in the UK and strengthening economic, cultural, and people-to-people ties. With over 1.7 million British Pakistanis forming one of the largest diaspora...

Planning Minister Chairs Meeting at NDRMF, Emphasizes Strategic Alignment and Innovation

16Jul

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Planning Minister Chairs Meeting at NDRMF, Emphasizes Strategic Alignment and Innovation

July 16, 2025, Islamabad(Ghufran): The Planning Minister chaired a meeting at the National Disaster Risk Management Fund (NDRMF), attended by key officials including Secretary Planning Awais Sumra, Vice Chancellor of PIDE Dr. Nadeem Javaid, Chief Economist Dr. Raja Imtiaz, and other officials from the Planning Ministry.During the meeting, the Executive Director of NDRMF briefed on the four strategic areas of focus for the organization: disaster risk reduction; climate and disaster risk financing; disaster preparedness and recovery institutionalization; knowledge creation, sharing and risk informed decision making.The Minister emphasized the importance of clarity on the purpose and rationale behind NDRMF, asking stakeholders to be clear about the vision it was meant to materialize. ...

ISSI hosts event commemorating Egypt’s ‘Revolution Day’

16Jul

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ISSI hosts event commemorating Egypt’s ‘Revolution Day’

July 16, 2025(Nosheen): The Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East and Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research (PAIDAR), organized an event to commemorate Egypt’s ‘Revolution Day’. The proceedings, which began with the national anthems of Pakistan and Egypt, were moderated by Ms. Amina Khan, Director CAMEA. Speakers included Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General ISSI; Dr. Ihab Abdelhamid Hassan, Ambassador of Egypt to Pakistan; Mr. Aamir Shouket, Ambassador of Pakistan to Egypt; and Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman BOG ISSI. The Chief Guest on the occasion was Mr. Mushahid Hussain Sayed, President PAIDAR, and the Keynote Speaker was Ambas...