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(CAMEA) at (ISSI) organized an event to commemorate Nelson Mandela International Day
18Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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(CAMEA) at (ISSI) organized an event to commemorate Nelson Mandela International Day

(CAMEA) at (ISSI) organized an event to commemorate Nelson Mandela International DayThe Centre for Afghanistan Middle East and Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) organized an event to commemorate Nelson Mandela International Day. The event was moderated by Ms. Amina Khan, Director CAMEA. The speakers on the occasion included Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General ISSI; Mr.Philip Riley, Acting High Commissioner of South Africa to Pakistan; Mr. Aftab Hassan Khan, High Commissioner of Pakistan to South Africa; and Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman BoG, ISSI. In his remarks, Ambassador Sohail Mahmood described Nelson Mandela as one of the most iconic figures of our times, whose epic struggle against apartheid and relentless efforts for equality,...
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97th Anniversary of the founding of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China was hosted at GHQ
18Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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97th Anniversary of the founding of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China was hosted at GHQ

97th Anniversary of the founding of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China was hosted at GHQHis Excellency Mr. Jiang Zaidong Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Pakistan was the Chief Guest on the occasion. Major General Wang Zhong, Defence Attaché, Chinese Embassy officials & Officers from tri-services of Pakistan attended the event.General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) while welcoming the Chinese guests, congratulated the PLA and praised PLA’s contribution to Chinese defence, security and nation development. He further added that “Pakistan-China relations are exceptional and have always weathered the vicissitudes of strategic environment with mutual trust and unwavering belief in each other's support”. “Relations between Pakistan Army ...
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USAID’s Building Healthy Families project explores data-driven family planning investments in a panel discussion to commemorate World Population Day
13Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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USAID’s Building Healthy Families project explores data-driven family planning investments in a panel discussion to commemorate World Population Day

The U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID) funded Building Healthy Families (BHF) project in collaboration with the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordinationconducted a stimulating panel discussion in Islamabad to commemorate World Population Day. The panelists explored the critical role of data in informing investments for family planning initiatives, in sync with the theme of World Population Day 2024, “Embracing the power of inclusive data towards a resilient and equitable future for all.” The discussion featured prominent experts Dr. Luay Shabaneh, Representative to Pakistan, UNFPA Dr. Malik Mukhtar Ahmad Bharath, Coordinator to PM on Health, M/o NHSRC Dr. Zeba Satthar, Country Director, Population Council Dr. Syed Azizur Rab, Chief Executive Offic...
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Punjab Marching Towards a Welfare Society
13Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Punjab Marching Towards a Welfare Society

Welfare societies boast of their productive education systems and affordable healthcare facilities, besides having dependable arrangements of waste management and environmental  protection. They not only protect the interests of general public but also bring special initiatives to respond to the development needs of major driving sectors of economy like youth, business community and farmers. They also ensure equitable socio-economic growth of the marginalized segments of society like the have-nots, low-income groups, differently-abled persons, widows and orphans. A dissection of major achievements of first 100-Days of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif-led Punjab Government reveals that the Government is treading the right course to ensure welfare of its people in major fields like educat...
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Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi visited the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China and met Chinese Ambassador Mr. Jiang Zaidong
12Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi visited the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China and met Chinese Ambassador Mr. Jiang Zaidong

Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi visited the Embassy of the People's Republic of China and met Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong. The leadership of Pakistan People's Party entrusted a young and dynamic person like you with the important constitutional responsibility of the governor. There is a big burden on your shoulders. You are doing good work for the rights of the province, the visit of the Prime Minister of Pakistan to China was very successful, it will improve the relations between the two countries.The relationship is so strong that no one can break it. The role played by China for the development of Pakistan is commendable. It is very important to extend the CPEC route beyond Dera Ismail Khan to Balochistan so that the purpose for which this project is achieved. T...
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Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi Chairs Important Meeting regarding Maintenance of Law and Order During Muharram
8Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi Chairs Important Meeting regarding Maintenance of Law and Order During Muharram

Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi Chairs Important Meeting regarding Maintenance of Law and Order During MuharramFederal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi chaired an important meeting regarding maintenance of Law and order during Muharram at the Ministry of Interior today. During the meeting, the security plan for all provinces, Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan was reviewed in detail. It was decided to ban the use of drones during processions and majalis from 1st to 10th Muharram across the country. Moreover, The decision to suspend internet or mobile phone services will be taken in consultation with relevant provinces after considering security concerns. Interior Minister said that suspension of internet or mobile services creates difficulties for citizens and d...
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Ambassador Blome Celebrates U.S.-Pakistan Partnership in Punjab and Emphasizes Importance of Religious Freedom
6Jul By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Ambassador Blome Celebrates U.S.-Pakistan Partnership in Punjab and Emphasizes Importance of Religious Freedom

Ambassador Blome Celebrates U.S.-Pakistan Partnership in Punjab and Emphasizes Importance of Religious Freedom U.S. Ambassador Donald A. Blome, accompanied by U.S. Consul General Lahore Kristin K. Hawkins, celebrated the 248th anniversary of U.S. independence during his visit to Lahore. The July 5 event, attended by a wide range of government, business, and civil society representatives, highlighted key areas of partnership between the United States and Pakistan, including a robust trade and investment relationship, innovative collaboration through the U.S.-Pakistan "Green Alliance" framework on climate challenges, extensive people-to-people ties, and more. In his remarks, Ambassador Blome noted, “The United States will remain a committed partner of the people of Pakistan in strengthenin...
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