UNITED NATIONS, Sep 12 (APP): Pakistan’s Ambassador to UN, Munir Akram, has paid tributes to the dedication and professionalism of Lance Naik Adil Jan, who recently embraced martyrdom while on duty in Sudan’s Darfur region. “I, on behalf of the Pakistan Mission at the United Nations and the people of Pakistan, offer my deepest condolences… Continue reading Ambassador Munir pays tributes to Pakistani soldier martyred in Sudan
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Pakistani goods have strong competitive force at CAEXPO: Ambassador Haque
“Pakistan has already opened the market of China and ASEAN. These years, Pakistan’s exports have recorded a new volume, exports to China are showing great momentum as well, and we hope that by the end of this year, we will have a new breakthrough, he said in an interview with China Economic Net (CEN). Pakistan… Continue reading Pakistani goods have strong competitive force at CAEXPO: Ambassador Haque
UN experts voice ‘grave concern’ over Kashmiri leader Sehrai’s death
GENEVA, Sep 11 (APP):Four United Nations’ human right experts have expressed “grave concern” over the arrest, alleged torture and death in Indian custody of Kashmiri leader Muhammad Ashraf Sehrai, and called India to investigate the case. Sehrai died in May this year, battling multiple illnesses at the Government Medical College in Jammu while serving detention… Continue reading UN experts voice ‘grave concern’ over Kashmiri leader Sehrai’s death
Pakistan hails UN chief’s new report featuring enhanced multilateralism
UNITED NATIONS, Sep 11 (APP): Pakistan has welcomed as "thoughtful and innovative" a landmark new report released by the United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres setting out his vision for the future of global cooperation, saying the UN system must be reformed. "It is quite clear that we need to look at mobilizing international solidarity, both… Continue reading Pakistan hails UN chief’s new report featuring enhanced multilateralism
Chinese enterprises asked to benefit from investment-friendly environment in Pakistan
“A number of ongoing and planned projects being completed under China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) provide tremendous investment opportunities for the Chinese companies,” he made these remarks while addressing the participants of China-Pakistan Trade and Business Forum held on the sidelines of China-ASEAN Expo being held in Nanning, China’s Guangxi Region. Ambassador Haque said that China… Continue reading Chinese enterprises asked to benefit from investment-friendly environment in Pakistan
MoU signed to promote China-Pak cooperation in international arbitration
According to GZAC, the signing of MoU symbolizes the joint construction of Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) by arbitration organizations of China and Pakistan. In the future, the two sides will further promote the “Four Sharing”, explore new paths for the development of online dispute settlement mechanisms, jointly cope with the increasing number of transnational… Continue reading MoU signed to promote China-Pak cooperation in international arbitration
Pakistan urges boost in south-south cooperation to deal with pandemic’s destructive impact
“Without sustained collective action, the pandemic could leave a legacy of widening inequalities within and between countries, with the most vulnerable left further behind,” Ambassador Aamir Khan, deputy permanent representative to the UN, said at a virtual commemoration of the UN Day for South-South Cooperation. “The impact of COVID-19 pandemic is beyond imaginable,” the Pakistani… Continue reading Pakistan urges boost in south-south cooperation to deal with pandemic’s destructive impact
Pakistani stalls showcase export-oriented products at China-ASEAN Expo
NANNING, Sep 10 (APP):Pakistani traders and businessmen showcased marble, wood handicrafts, carpets, leather garments and other products of the country at 18th China-ASEAN Expo started in Nanning, China on Friday. Pakistan, with an exhibition area of 81 square meters, has set up a pavilion as well as 24 booths to showcase its national image and… Continue reading Pakistani stalls showcase export-oriented products at China-ASEAN Expo
Spain to closely work with Pakistan on Afghan peace, region’s future
ISLAMABAD, Sep 10 (APP): Foreign Minister of Spain Jose Manuel Albares on Friday said his government would closely work with Pakistan on efforts towards peace in Afghanistan and for the region’s future. “We want to work very closely with Pakistan with a promise for the betterment of the region’s future,” the Spanish foreign minister said… Continue reading Spain to closely work with Pakistan on Afghan peace, region’s future
Pakistan special partner country at China-ASEAN Expo opens in Nanning
NANNING, Sep 10 (APP):The 18th China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) formally kicked off in Nanning, China’s Gungxi Autonomous Region here on Friday aimed at providing new business and development opportunities for China, ASEAN and other regional countries especially Pakistan. Like previous year, Pakistan is participating in the China-ASEAN Expo as special partner country.President, Dr. Arif Alvi in… Continue reading Pakistan special partner country at China-ASEAN Expo opens in Nanning
UN chief calls for end to attacks on schools
UNITED NATIONS, Sep 10 (APP):United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for an end to attacks on schools, as he marked the International Day to Protect Education from Attack. “The global community needs to speak with one voice: attacks on schools must stop. Schools must be places of learning, safety and peace,” he told a… Continue reading UN chief calls for end to attacks on schools
At UN, Pakistan urges world community to help Afghanistan deal with ‘dire’ humanitarian situation
UNITED NATIONS, Sep 10 (APP):A top Pakistani diplomat has urged the international community to develop an agreed approach to respond to the "new realities" in Afghanistan and help restore peace and stability in the war-torn country where he said the humanitarian situation was "dire." "A fractured and competitive approach will squander the opportunity of promoting… Continue reading At UN, Pakistan urges world community to help Afghanistan deal with ‘dire’ humanitarian situation
Ambassador Haque discusses Pakistan’s digitalization with Chinese experts
“There is a very promising future. We hope that in a couple of years, we will double it to US$4 to 5 billion,” he said. The forum was held by China Council for the Promotion of International Trade and China Service Trade Association. Ambassador Haque , together with Federico Rah, deputy head of the Uruguayan… Continue reading Ambassador Haque discusses Pakistan’s digitalization with Chinese experts
Pakistani envoy calls for giving Taliban chance to uphold their vows to reject terrorism, respect basic rights
“We are on the same side in Afghanistan,” the Pakistani ambassador told the conservative newspaper. Given the “complex” dynamics in Kabul as the Taliban consolidate power and attempt to govern, he said, the world should give the Taliban a chance to uphold their leaders’ vows to reject terrorism and respect basic rights. “What we hear… Continue reading Pakistani envoy calls for giving Taliban chance to uphold their vows to reject terrorism, respect basic rights
Ambassador Haque discusses Pakistan’s digitalization with Chinese experts
BEIJING, Sep 9 (APP):Pakistan Ambassador to China Moin ul Haque, on the 4th Belt and Road Service Trade Cooperation Forum recently held in Beijing, said in the last financial year, our information technology (IT) services export reached a record of US$ 2 billion. “There is a very promising future. We hope that in a couple… Continue reading Ambassador Haque discusses Pakistan’s digitalization with Chinese experts
Post 9/11, Pakistan had proposed UN intervention in Afghanistan: ex-ISI chief
ISLAMABAD, Sep 9 (APP): After 9/11, Pakistan had proposed an intervention by the United Nations in the conflict-hit Afghanistan instead of a military initiative to save the region from chaos, the former chief of Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) has said. “We proposed to the US administration at the highest level — the President, the Secretary… Continue reading Post 9/11, Pakistan had proposed UN intervention in Afghanistan: ex-ISI chief
Pakistan to participate in Beijing Book Fair as Country of Honour
Pakistan’s participation was formally announced in a special press conference held here on Thursday at the Headquarters of China National Publications Import & Export Corporation (CNPIEC). The event was attended by Ms. Li Wenhong, the Party Secretary and Executive Director of CNPIEC; Ahmed Farooq, Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of Pakistan and representatives… Continue reading Pakistan to participate in Beijing Book Fair as Country of Honour
Under ‘Engage Africa’ policy, Pakistan keen to strengthen ties with Egypt
CAIRO (Egypt), Sep 9 (APP): To boost its engagement with African region, Pakistan is keen to consolidate ties with Egypt in areas of mutual interest particularly politics, economics, commerce and defence. Pakistan’s ambassador to Egypt Ambassador Sajid Bilal expressed these views at a seminar titled ‘Pakistan’s Engagement with Africa – the Continent of the Future’,… Continue reading Under ‘Engage Africa’ policy, Pakistan keen to strengthen ties with Egypt
WHO calls for extension of moratorium on Covid-19 booster shots till year end
“A month ago, I called for a global moratorium on booster doses at least until the end of September, to prioritize vaccinating the most at-risk people around the world who are yet to receive their first dose,” said WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told reporters at a news briefing in Geneva on Wednesday. “There has… Continue reading WHO calls for extension of moratorium on Covid-19 booster shots till year end
Pakistan Pavilion inaugurated in Nanning, China to promote Pakistani products
Speaking at the plaque unveiling ceremony, the ambassador said that the pavilion would play a key role in promoting the trade ties between China and other ASEAN countries. He said that Pakistan is participating in China-ASEAN Expo as a special partner country for the second time which is indeed an honour. “Pakistan and China are… Continue reading Pakistan Pavilion inaugurated in Nanning, China to promote Pakistani products
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