President Trump nomination for Supreme Court awaits prolonged confirmation battle

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WASHINGTON, July 10 (APP):A fierce and prolong battle awaits between the ruling Republican and the Democrats over the confirmation of a Supreme Court judge nominated by President Donald Trump that will further cement conservative control on the apex court. If confirmed, Judge Brett Kavanaugh would replace Justice Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court who has… Continue reading President Trump nomination for Supreme Court awaits prolonged confirmation battle

Turkey’s new vice president sworn in

ANKARA, July 10 (AA/APP):Turkey’s first vice president Fuat Oktay was sworn into office in the parliament on Tuesday. Following his swearing-in, the ministers of the new presidential system took their oath in the general assembly that was chaired by Acting Speaker Durmus Yilmaz. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan unveiled the new 16-minister Cabinet in the presidential… Continue reading Turkey’s new vice president sworn in

Launch of satellites for Pakistan shows close Pak-China relations: Researcher

  BEIJING, July 10 (APP):The launch of satellites for Pakistan showed close ties between China and Pakistan, and highlights Chinese contribution to the development of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and the Belt and Road initiative, Hu Zhiyong, a research fellow at the Institute of International Relations of the Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences said… Continue reading Launch of satellites for Pakistan shows close Pak-China relations: Researcher

China’s fast-growing economy woos overseas students: Survey

BEIJING, July 10 (APP):A recent survey of international students in China found that over 70 percent of respondents cited China’s rapidly-growing economy as the most important reason for them to remain in the country and seek employment after graduation. The first part of the survey collected data on the characteristics of students who were interested… Continue reading China’s fast-growing economy woos overseas students: Survey

Pakistan deplores plight of children in Indian occupied Kashmir; India objects

  UNITED NATIONS, July 10 (APP): Pakistan has made a strong plea to the international community to find effective ways to protect children in conflict zones and occupied territories, citing their woeful plight in Indian occupied Kashmir (IOK), Palestine, Myanmar and Yemen. Speaking in the UN Security Council on Monday, Pakistan UN Ambassador Maleeha Lodhi… Continue reading Pakistan deplores plight of children in Indian occupied Kashmir; India objects

UKPKCF calls for across the board accountability of all those involved in corruption

  LONDON, Jul 10 (APP): United Kingdom Pakistani Kashmiri Councilors Forum (UKPKCF) has called for holding of across the board accountability of all those elements who were involved in corruption and plundered nation kitty and public money in the country. “Although National Accountability Bureau (NAB) is doing a good job for the elimination of corruption… Continue reading UKPKCF calls for across the board accountability of all those involved in corruption

China will by no means accept unilateral sanction against Iran: FM

  BEIJING, July 9 (APP):While commenting on Foreign Minister’s meeting on Iranian nuclear issue in Vienna, China on Monday said it would by no means accept the unilateral sanctions which were groundless under the international law and it would resolutely safeguard its own legitimate rights on interests. “Upholding and implementing the Joint Comprehensive Plan of… Continue reading China will by no means accept unilateral sanction against Iran: FM

Political transition not to affect Pak-Turkey robust relationship: President Mamnoon

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ANKARA, July 9 (AA/APP)::President Mamnoon Hussain here Monday hailed the “strong” bilateral relations with Turkey and said these would not be affected by any change in the political system. In a special interview with Anadolu Agency, President Mamnoon said “the relations between Turkey and Pakistan […] cannot be described in words. It is a very… Continue reading Political transition not to affect Pak-Turkey robust relationship: President Mamnoon

Pakistan Film Festival’s 2nd edition in New York ends on a high note

NEW YORK, July 9 (APP): The second edition of Pakistan Film Festival in New York came to a close Sunday night after enthusiastic audiences were treated to some of the top-rated movies over the last two days and they even had a chance to see and mingle with the leading Pakistani stars. The festival kicked… Continue reading Pakistan Film Festival’s 2nd edition in New York ends on a high note

International Conference on Allama Iqbal held at Pakistan High Commission

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LONDON, Jul 08 (APP):Rich tributes were paid to great philosopher poet Dr.Allama Muhammad Iqbal at a day-long International Conference held here at the Pakistan High Commission London on the otherday. The Conference was jointly organized by the High Commission and Urdu Markaz London, to commemorate the 80th Death Anniversary of the great poet. Scholars from… Continue reading International Conference on Allama Iqbal held at Pakistan High Commission

Pakistani students graduated from top-ranked Chinese universities share future plans

BEIJING, July 8 (APP):A large number of Pakistani students who have successfully completed their higher education from the top-ranked and most prestigious Chinese universities this year are now planning to start a new chapter in their life. A large number of Pakistani students have been awarded PhD, Master and Graduate degrees during convocations held here… Continue reading Pakistani students graduated from top-ranked Chinese universities share future plans

Nuclear ban treaty marks first anniversary, but lacks enough numbers to become law

UNITED NATIONS, July 8 (APP):Secretary-General Antonio Guterres Saturday welcomed the first anniversary of the adoption of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapon, which he previously called an “essential pillar” of international peace and security, and the “heart” of the nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation regime. “The treaty’s adoption on 7 July 2017 by 122… Continue reading Nuclear ban treaty marks first anniversary, but lacks enough numbers to become law

Pakistan Film Festival’s 2nd edition opens in NewYork with a star-studded event

UNITED NATIONS, July 8 (APP):The second edition of Pakistan Film Festival opened in New York Saturday in the presence of some of the biggest stars of the Pakistani movie industry, with Ambassador Maleeha Lodhi saying that the films being screened during the two-day event convey the country’s energy and dynamism. “We have organized our film… Continue reading Pakistan Film Festival’s 2nd edition opens in NewYork with a star-studded event

Maryam announces to return Pakistan on Friday

  LONDON, Jul 7 (APP):Maryam Nawaz, daughter of former prime minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, Saturday announced to return to Pakistan next Friday. Talking to media-persons here, she said the doctors treating her mother Begum Kulsoom had given hope that she would regain senses in a couple of days. To a question, Maryam said accountability of… Continue reading Maryam announces to return Pakistan on Friday

Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh to get new ID cards: UN

UNITED NATIONS, July 7 (APP): Rohingya refugees sheltering in Bangladesh will soon have plastic IDs “many possessing, for the first time ever, an individual identity document“ providing another level of protection, according to the United Nations refugee agency. The exercise, which began at the end ofJune, is expected to take up to six months to… Continue reading Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh to get new ID cards: UN

Chinese rescue teams arrive in Phuket to join search for missing tourists: ambassador

PHUKET, Thailand, Jul 7 (APP):Chinese Ambassador to Thailand Lyu Jian said on Saturday that two Chinese rescue teams have arrived in southern Thai Province of Phuket and will join the search for the missing tourists after two boats carrying many Chinese tourists overturned on Thursday. China is willing to offer any help for the search… Continue reading Chinese rescue teams arrive in Phuket to join search for missing tourists: ambassador

Forests, trees key to sustainable future: UN agriculture chief

UNITED NATIONS, July 7 (APP):Time is running out for the world’s forests, warns a new report by the UN agriculture agency, urging governments to foster an all-inclusive approach to benefit both trees and those who rely on them. Halting deforestation, managing forests sustainably, restoring degraded forests and adding to worldwide tree cover all require actions… Continue reading Forests, trees key to sustainable future: UN agriculture chief

No major impact likely on Pakistan economy after put on FATF list: Ambassador Siddiqui

  WASHINGTON, Jul 6 (APP):Pakistan ambassador to the United States Ali Jenhangir Siddiqui has said there would not be any major impact on the country economy after being placed on a watch list by an international task force, adding Islamabad hoped to get off the list within 15 months. After put on the watch list… Continue reading No major impact likely on Pakistan economy after put on FATF list: Ambassador Siddiqui

Nawaz vows to return to Pakistan after Kulsoom regains senses

  LONDON, July 6 (APP):Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif on Friday linked his return to Pakistan with the regaining of consciousness of his wife, who is on a ventilator here at a hospital. “I will return to Pakistan after Kulsoom regains senses, “ he stated while addressing a news conference. “The today’s verdict is part… Continue reading Nawaz vows to return to Pakistan after Kulsoom regains senses

China hopes India, Pakistan to continue conduct calm, proper handling of issues

  BEIJING, July 6 (APP):While noticing appointment of new the head of United Nations Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP), a Chinese foreign ministry’s spokesperson Friday hoped that India and Pakistan to continue to conduct calm and proper handling of relevant issues through dialogue and consultation. “As a common neighbor and friend of… Continue reading China hopes India, Pakistan to continue conduct calm, proper handling of issues

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