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Without addressing long-standing economic imbalances, Pakistan’s growth would continue to be short-lived: Ahsan Iqbal
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Without addressing long-standing economic imbalances, Pakistan’s growth would continue to be short-lived: Ahsan Iqbal

Islamabad: Planning Minister Prof. Ahsan Iqbal chaired a high-level forum on the subject titled "Pro-Growth Agenda within IMF Program" to discuss Pakistan’s economic growth strategy under the recently approved International Monetary Fund (IMF) program. The forum brought together key stakeholders, including economists, industry leaders, and experts from various sectors of the economy, to deliberate on strategies aimed at achieving macroeconomic stability, sustainable growth, and the expansion of exports and employment opportunities.In his opening remarks, Planning Minister Prof. Ahsan Iqbal highlighted the importance of engaging economists, industry leaders, and experts from various sectors to develop a clear roadmap following Pakistan's agreement with the IMF. He emphasized that the pr...
NICAT Startups Shine at the HBL P@SHA ICT Awards 2024
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NICAT Startups Shine at the HBL P@SHA ICT Awards 2024

Islamabad, Pakistan : NICAT is thrilled to announce the outstanding achievements of our incubated startups at the prestigious HBL P@SHA ICT Awards 2024. These innovative companies have showcased their exceptional talent and commitment to technological advancement, earning accolades that highlight their contributions to various sectors.  DynaSys Networks has made waves by winning awards in both the Internet of Things (IoT) and Startupcategories, recognizing their innovative solutions that enhance connectivity. Ace Aeronautics received the P@SHA Merit Award in the Research and Development category for their groundbreaking product, AeroBall, which is set to transform the aerospace industry.Visuar Solutions was honored with the Student Head Award, reflecting their potential to drive tech...
چین نے ہر مشکل گھڑی میں پاکستان کا غیر مشروط ساتھ دیا ہے، وزیر منصو بہ بندی
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چین نے ہر مشکل گھڑی میں پاکستان کا غیر مشروط ساتھ دیا ہے، وزیر منصو بہ بندی

پاکستان اور چین کے تعلقات میں کبھی خزاں کا شائبہ بھی نہیں ہوا، احسن اقبال وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی، ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ پاکستان اور چین کے تعلقات دنیا میں بے مثال ہیں ۔جمعہ کے روز چائنا میڈیا گروپ کی جانب سے چین کے قومی دن کی مناسبت سے پاکستان نیشنل کونسل آف آرٹس میں شاندار ثقافتی تقریب کا انعقاد کیا گیا ۔ تقریب سے خطاب کر تے ہو ئے ا حسن اقبال کا کہنا تھا کہ پاکستان اور چین کے تعلقات ،دنیا میں دو ممالک کے درمیان وہ واحد مثالی تعلقات ہیں جن میں کبھی خزاں کا شائبہ بھی نہیں ہوا۔ احسن اقبال نے کہا کہ دونوں ممالک کی یہ دوستی نہ صرف حکومتی سطح کی ہے بلکہ عوامی سطح کی بھی ہے۔اپنے خیالات کا اظہار کرتے ہوئے انہوں نے کہا کے چین نے ہمیشہ ہر مشکل گھڑی میں پاکستان کا غیر مشروط ساتھ دیا ہے۔ احسن اقبال کا کہنا تھا کہ چین نے 75 سال میں جو کامیابیاں سمیٹی ہیں کرہ ارض میں ان کی مثال ن...
Ahsan Iqbal Hails Pakistan China friendship on Chinese National Day
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Ahsan Iqbal Hails Pakistan China friendship on Chinese National Day

26 Sep 2024 Islamabad: Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal addressed a ceremony in connection with the National Day of China in Islamabad on Thursday. The ceremony was organized by China Global Television Network and featured folk performances by cultural troupes from Pakistan and China.The Minister said that peace, consistency of policies and implementing reforms in all sectors are prerequisites for progress and development of any country and we can learn this from China.He stressed the need to vigorously follow the model of China in order to make profound progress in Pakistan. Acknowledging China's role in Pakistan's national development, the Minister said China brought investment in Pakistan when no country was willing to make investment in the country. He said a number of projects w...
United Nations Secretary-General meets with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in New York
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United Nations Secretary-General meets with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in New York

Islamabad, 25 September 2024 - United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres met with H.E. Mr. Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, in New York yesterday 24 September, as world leaders are gathered for the 79th UN General Assembly.The Secretary-General expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s support for the work of the United Nations, including UN peacekeeping operations. The Secretary-General and the Prime Minister exchanged views on developments in the region, including Afghanistan and the Middle East, and on other issues of common concern.Editor: Kamran Raja
NICAT Cohort-2 Graduation Day: Celebrating Innovation and Milestones in Pakistan’s Startup Ecosystem
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NICAT Cohort-2 Graduation Day: Celebrating Innovation and Milestones in Pakistan’s Startup Ecosystem

The National Incubation Center for Aerospace Technologies (NICAT) celebrated a major milestone with the Graduation of Cohort-2 startups. The event, held at NICAT, brought together the thriving entrepreneurial community, highlighting the remarkable journeys of its startups and recognizing their achievements in the aerospace and technology sectors. The ceremony kicked off with a warm Introduction by Noor ul Huda, Head of Marketing, NICAT, setting the tone for the day’s celebrations. This was followed by a Welcome Notefrom AVM Asad Ikram (R), Principal Advisor, NICAT, who praised the graduating startups for their hard work and innovation. He also emphasized NICAT’s role in supporting startups and the importance of partnerships in fostering growth. “Five of our startups are heading to Dubai G...
وزیراعظم کی مالدیپ کے صدر سے اقوام متحدہ کی جنرل اسمبلی کے 79ویں اجلاس کے موقع پر دو طرفہ ملاقات
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وزیراعظم کی مالدیپ کے صدر سے اقوام متحدہ کی جنرل اسمبلی کے 79ویں اجلاس کے موقع پر دو طرفہ ملاقات

نیویارک: 24 ستمبر، 2024۔ وزیر اعظم محمد شہباز شریف کی نیویارک میں اقوام متحدہ کی جنرل اسمبلی کے 79ویں اجلاس کے موقع پر مالدیپ کے صدر ڈاکٹر محمد معیوزو سے ملاقات ہوئی۔ ملاقات کے دوران دونوں رہنماؤں نے پاکستان اور مالدیپ کے درمیان دیرینہ اور گہرے تعلقات کے فروغ پر زور دیا۔ وزیراعظم نے مالدیپ کے ساتھ تجارت، سیاحت، تعلیم، سرمایہ کاری اور موسمیاتی تبدیلی کے شعبوں میں تعاون بڑھانے کے لیے پاکستان کے عزم کا اعادہ کیا۔ دونوں رہنماؤں نے اپنے اپنے ممالک میں اقتصادی ترقی اور پائیدار ترقی کو فروغ دینے کے لیے عوام سے عوامی روابط اور باہمی تعاون کی کوششوں میں اضافے کی ضرورت پر اتفاق کیا۔ دونوں رہنماؤں نے خطے کے امن، خوشحالی اور استحکام کے لیے مل کر کام کرنے کے لیے جنوبی ایشیائی ممالک کی مشترکہ ذمہ داری پر اتفاق کیا۔  Editor: Kamran Raja...
Bilateral Meeting of the Prime Minister with the President of Maldives on the sidelines of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly
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Bilateral Meeting of the Prime Minister with the President of Maldives on the sidelines of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly

24 September 2024 New York: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a warm and cordial meeting with the President of Maldives Dr. Muizzu on the sidelines of 79th Session of UN General Assembly Session in New York. During the meeting, both leaders underscored the deep-rooted ties between Pakistan and the Maldives.The Prime Minister of Pakistan reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to enhancing cooperation with the Maldives in the fields of trade, tourism, education, investment and climate change. Both leaders agreed on the need for increased people-to-people exchanges and collaborative efforts to promote economic growth and sustainable development in their respective countries.Both sides recognized the shared responsibility of South Asian nations to work together for peace, prosperit...
7th Session of Joint Ministerial Commission between Pakistan and Belarus
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7th Session of Joint Ministerial Commission between Pakistan and Belarus

Islamabad 24 September 2024: The 7th Session of the Pakistan-Belarus Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) was held in Islamabad. The JMC was hosted by the Ministry of Economic Affairs, and co-chaired by Minister for Commerce, Mr. Jam Kamal Khan on Pakistan side. From the Belarusian side, H.E. Aleksei Kushnarenko, Minister for Energy was the co-chair.The session opened with welcome remarks from Mr. Muhammad Humair Karim, Special Secretary, Ministry of Economic Affairs, and Minister for Commerce (Pak Co-chair) who congratulated both countries on the commencement of the JMC. Following this, the Minister for Energy for Belarus (Belarus Co-chair) gave his opening remarks.In his welcome speech, Minister for Commerce Mr. Jam Kamal Khan extended a warm welcome to Minister Kushnarenko and the...