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27Mar

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Statement by ISPR on the recent attacks

Statement by ISPR on the recent attacksThe latest acts of terrorism in Pakistan, particularly those that occurred in Gwadar, Turbat, and Besham, are heinous crimes intended to undermine the country's internal security framework. The military forces successfully prevented the first two assaults, but the most recent incident at Besham claimed the lives of six innocent people, five of whom were Chinese. The whole country categorically denounces this heinous crime and is in sympathy with our Chinese brethren. Targeted intentionally to impede our growth and cause strife between Pakistan and its strategic friends and partners, most notably China, are key projects and sensitive locations essential to Pakistan's economic prosperity and the welfare of its people.Motivated by self-interes...

The Chinese Embassy in Islamabad was visited by Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif

27Mar

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PAKISTAN NEWS

The Chinese Embassy in Islamabad was visited by Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif

The Chinese Embassy in Islamabad was visited by Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz SharifIn light of the terrorist assault in Bisham that claimed the lives of five Chinese nationals, the Prime Minister expressed his condolences to Jiang Zaidong, the Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan. "The sympathies of the entire nation, including myself, are with the families of the Chinese citizens," stated the prime minister. The perpetrators and enablers will face consequences if the Pakistani government launches a thorough and prompt inquiry into the tragedy. The Prime Minister conveyed his condolences to the Chinese President and Prime Minister over the event during a conversation with the Chinese ambassador.Pakistan will not permit such heinous endeavours to undermine the friendship with China t...

Suicide Attack ON CHINESE in Shangla/Basham, KPK Pakistan

26Mar

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Suicide Attack ON CHINESE in Shangla/Basham, KPK Pakistan

Suicide Attack in Shangla/Basham, KPK Pakistan A minibus carrying 6 people [5 Chinese and 1 Pakistani] from Battagram to Dasu was attacked by terrorists with a suicide bomb, all 6 passengers were unfortunately killed, as were the Chinese workers. Quoc was killed in the incident while working at the Dasu hydroelectric project, a large gravity hydroelectric dam capable of producing 4,320 MW of electricity. In March 2024, we witnessed 3 terrible attacks. [Gwadar, Turbat, Dasu] statement targeting various Chinese investments in Pakistan directly or indirectly related to CPEC/BRI/OBOR , these efforts to sabotage CPEC/Pakistan-China will not ever succeed when China stands firm with the Islamic Republic of Pakistan , China and Pakistan understand the culprits behind recent terrorist a...

FLAG HOISTING CEREMONY ON PAKISTAN DAY IN PARIS

23Mar

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FLAG HOISTING CEREMONY ON PAKISTAN DAY IN PARIS

A flag-raising ceremony was held at the Pakistani Embassy in Paris to commemorate Pakistan Day. The event was attended by a large number of Pakistani communities, members of diplomatic corps, media representatives and embassy officials.Messages from the President, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs were read. Pakistani Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad welcomed the guests and thanked them for participating in the ceremony. In his speech, the ambassador said that on this day in 1940, Muslims made demands for a “separate state,” a separate homeland where they could live their lives according to their wishes. mine.He said March 23 was a landmark day in the history of Pakistan's movement. This is the day that honors the courageous struggle of our ancestors for a separate homeland...

Nowruz is not just a celebration but also a moment of deep reflection: Amb Munir Akram*

20Mar

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United Nation (UN)

Nowruz is not just a celebration but also a moment of deep reflection: Amb Munir Akram*

March 20, 2024, New York: Ambassador Munir Akram, the Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, attended a special ceremony held at the UN headquarters to celebrate the International Day of Nowruz. He delivered an address on the occasion, celebrating the arrival of spring and the cultural significance it holds for millions of people across the globe.In his statement, Ambassador Akram highlighted the essence of Nowruz as a symbol of nature's renewal and the resilience of the human spirit. He emphasized the importance of Nowruz as a moment for forgiveness, fresh beginnings, and embracing one another.Quoting the renowned Pakistani poet Nasir Kazmi, Ambassador Akram captured the spirit of Nowruz, describing it as a festival of hope, joy, and blessings. He underscored ...

U.S. Ambassador Blome’s Meeting with Finance Minister Aurangzeb

20Mar

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U.S. Ambassador Blome’s Meeting with Finance Minister Aurangzeb

U.S. Ambassador Blome’s Meeting with Finance Minister AurangzebU.S. Ambassador Donald Blome met today with the Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb to discuss further U.S. cooperation and support for Pakistan’s efforts to meet its reform targets, including improvement of the country’s tax administration and investment climate. Ambassador Blome noted the U.S. government’s support for Pakistan’s work with the IMF to complete its current Stand-By Arrangement (SBA).Ambassador Blome underscored his commitment to expanding further U.S.-Pakistan economic cooperation in areas of mutual interest.Sub-Editor: Nosheen

H.E. Mr. Jiang Zaidong, the Chinese ambassador to Pakistan, meets Mr. Muhammad Aurangzeb, the minister of finance and revenue

20Mar

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H.E. Mr. Jiang Zaidong, the Chinese ambassador to Pakistan, meets Mr. Muhammad Aurangzeb, the minister of finance and revenue

H.E. Mr. Jiang Zaidong, the Chinese ambassador to Pakistan, meets Mr. Muhammad Aurangzeb, the minister of finance and revenueAt the Finance Division today, Chinese Ambassador H.E. Mr. Jiang Zaidong paid a visit to Minister of Finance and Revenue Mr. Muhammad Aurangzeb to talk about important issues relating to bilateral ties and economic cooperation between Pakistan and China. China's Ambassador, H.E. Mr. Jiang Zaidong, congratulated Mr. Muhammad Aurangzeb on his appointment as Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue and expressed optimism for the continued development of the two nations' economic relations.Mr. Muhammad Aurangzeb, Minister of Finance and Revenue, thanked the Chinese government for their tremendous assistance to Pakistan in a number of areas, noting in particula...

Speakers at Pakistan-sponsored event urge firm global action to address women’s plight in occupied territories

18Mar

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United Nation (UN)

Speakers at Pakistan-sponsored event urge firm global action to address women’s plight in occupied territories

March 18, 2024, New York: Distinguished speakers, who took part in the panel discussion hosted by the Permanent Mission of Pakistan at the U.N. headquarters today, called for greater global efforts including the uniform implementation of the UN resolutions, treaties and conventions to end the situations of foreign occupation and conflicts facing women around the world particularly in Jammu and Kashmir and Palestine.The panel discussion arranged as a side event of the 68th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW68) attracted heavy participation. The panelists who represented the UN-based diplomatic corps, academia, women rights organizations and civil society shared their insights and perspectives on the challenges and hardships facing the women, girls and children belongi...

Early on March 16, 2024, six terrorists assaulted a security force position in the Mir Ali neighbourhood of North Waziristan District

16Mar

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Early on March 16, 2024, six terrorists assaulted a security force position in the Mir Ali neighbourhood of North Waziristan District

Early on March 16, 2024, six terrorists assaulted a security force position in the Mir Ali neighbourhood of North Waziristan DistrictOnce their own forces stopped the first attempt at entry, the terrorists drove a car packed with explosives into the post. They then carried out several suicide bombings, which caused a section of a structure to fall and resulted in the Shahadat of five courageous sons of the land.The Shuhada consist of the following: Sepoy Nasir from Peshawar; Sepoy Raja from Kohat; Havildar Sabir from District Khyber; Naik Khurshid from District Lakki Marwat; and Sepoy Sajjad from District Abbotabad. All six terrorists were successfully fought and consigned to hell by the own forces under the command of Lieutenant Colonel Kashif throughout the course of the subseq...

Chinese PR Amb Zhang Jun pays a farewell call on Ambassador Munir Akram

16Mar

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Chinese PR Amb Zhang Jun pays a farewell call on Ambassador Munir Akram

March 16, 2024, New York: H.E. Ambassador Zhang Jun, the permanent representative of the People’s Republic of China, paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Munir Akram at the Pakistan Mission in New York. Both the PRs discussed the bilateral relations between the two countries and expressed their satisfaction on the current level of engagement at the UN. Both the senior envoys vowed to keep playing their role in further strengthening the bilateral cooperation.Speaking on the occasion, Ambassador Akram appreciated Ambassador Zhang Jun for his leadership and splendid services in strengthening the relationship between Pakistan and China. He said he worked very closely with his Chinese counterpart on a range of bilateral and multilateral issues during his term in office.Ambassador Akram ex...