SCO Youth Council to help Pakistani youth to avail job opportunities, training

ISLAMABAD, Jun 19 (APP):Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Youth Council would help Pakistani youth to avail international exposure to attain jobs and training. According to an official of Prime Minster Youth Affairs Program (PMYA), Pakistani youth would be given training as per international level to improve their skills for operating their own business.

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MoCC to spent Rs 25 mln on SLMP-II

ISLAMABAD, Jun 19 (APP):Ministry of Climate Change would spent Rs 25 million for its project Sustainable Land Management to Combat Desertification of Pakistan (SLMP-II). According to the Senior official of Ministry of Climate Change Wednesday said,”The implementation of the programme will bring considerable financial benefits for the poor in dryland communities through sustainable management of… Continue reading MoCC to spent Rs 25 mln on SLMP-II

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Pakistan requires leader like Imran’s calibre: Firdous

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ISLAMABAD, Jun 19 (APP):Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan on Wednesday said the leader like the calibre of Prime Minister Imran Khan was need of the country and those supporting him were in fact supporting Pakistan. Addressing a press conference here to announce interim Wage Board Award… Continue reading Pakistan requires leader like Imran’s calibre: Firdous

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Govt decides to give one more ministry to MQM-P

ISLAMABAD, Jun 19 (APP):The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government has agreed to give one more ministry to its ally Muttahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan (MQM-P) in the Centre. The agreement in this regard was reached during a meeting of Sindh Governor Imran Ismail and Federal Minister for Law and Justice Farogh Naseem with Prime Minister Imran Khan,… Continue reading Govt decides to give one more ministry to MQM-P

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Pakistan offers myriad tourism opportunities: Firdous

APP35-19 ISLAMABAD: June 19 - Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting, Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan in a meeting with Nepalese media delegation. APP

ISLAMABAD, Jun 19 (APP):Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan Wednesday said Pakistan had a rich and diverse culture, which offered a myriad of tourism opportunities. Like Nepal, Pakistan also had great potential for religious and adventure tourism, and both the countries should explore avenues of cooperation in… Continue reading Pakistan offers myriad tourism opportunities: Firdous

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Two Commodores of Pakistan Navy promoted Rear Admiral rank

APP34-19 ISLAMABAD: June 19 - Two Commodores of Pakistan Navy namely Muhammad Saeed and Abdul Samad promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral. APP

ISLAMABAD, June 19 (APP):Two Commodores of Pakistan Navy, namely Muhammad Saeed and Abdul Samad have been promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral with immediate effect. Rear Admiral Muhammad Saeed got commission in Pakistan Navy in 1988. The Flag Officer is a graduate of Pakistan Navy War College Lahore, National Defence University, Islamabad and has… Continue reading Two Commodores of Pakistan Navy promoted Rear Admiral rank

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Commission to dig out reasons behind wastage foreign loan:Nadeem Afzal Chan

ISLAMABAD, Jun 19 (APP):Special Assistant to Prime Minister Nadeem Afzal Chan Wednesday said the formulation of the commission was not to victimize anyone but to dig out the reasons behind the wastage of foreign loans in the country. PML-N had taken abundant foreign loan but did not initiate any fruitful project to boost the economy,he… Continue reading Commission to dig out reasons behind wastage foreign loan:Nadeem Afzal Chan

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PM for expansion of development projects, pace of work in Punjab

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LAHORE, Jun 19 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan Wednesday directed that scope of development and welfare projects in Punjab province should be expanded besides, accelerating pace of implementation work on these projects. He also directed for ensuring provision of basic facilities of life to the common man at all costs by taking prompt steps to address… Continue reading PM for expansion of development projects, pace of work in Punjab

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Minister directs for developing potential tourists sites in Kurram districts

PESHAWAR, Jun 19 (APP):Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Senior Minister Atif Khan Wednesday visited three proposed tourists spots identified in the merged Kurram tribal district for promotion of tourism. The sites he visited included Makai Chapree, Spina Shaga and Bagh Laila accompanied by Secretary Tourism and Sports, MD Tourism, Commander Kurram and officials of district administration. The minister… Continue reading Minister directs for developing potential tourists sites in Kurram districts

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Japan Self-Defense Forces Day celebrated

APP75-19 ISLAMABAD: June 19 - Japanese Ambassador Kuninori Matsuda, Adjutant General, Lt. Gen. Sahir Shamshad Mirza and Defense Attaché Japan Embassy Col. Mamoru Nanjo along with other cutting the cake to mark 65th anniversary of Japan Self-Defense Forces Day. APP photo by Irshad Sheikh

ISLAMABAD, June 19 (APP):Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, Kuninori Matsuda and Naoko Matsuda hosted a reception here on Wednesday to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the Japan Self-Defense Forces Day. Lt General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, HI(M), Adjutant General, General Headquarters, was the chief guest on the occasion. Colonel Mamoru Nanjo, Defense Attaché, Embassy of Japan,… Continue reading Japan Self-Defense Forces Day celebrated

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Opposition least bothered to discuss public issues: Javed

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ISLAMABAD, June 19 (APP):Senator Faisal Javed said the opposition parties did not have any interest in resolving the issues of common man. Talking to a private news channel, he said the opposition wanted to exert pressure on the government regarding approval of budget but the budget would be approved with thumping majority. The opposition parties… Continue reading Opposition least bothered to discuss public issues: Javed

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PAK-EPA directs Bahria town to develop integrated SWM system

ISLAMABAD, Jun 19 (APP):Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (PAK-EPA) Wednesday directed Bahria Town to develop integrated solid waste management (SWM) system and submit compliance report. Talking to APP, PAK-EPA official said, “There are 28 housing societies established in the federal capital and none has SWM system. All of them are dumping solid waste in undesignated places.”… Continue reading PAK-EPA directs Bahria town to develop integrated SWM system

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Close Pakistan-China cooperation a factor of peace, stability in region: PM

APP60-18 ISLAMABAD: June 18 - Prime Minister Imran Khan in a meeting with Gen. Han Weiguo, Commander of the People's Liberation Army Ground Force of China, at PM Office. APP

ISLAMABAD, June 18 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan Tuesday underlined that close Pakistan-China cooperation was a factor of peace and stability in the region and expressed appreciation for China’s support for Pakistan’s role on international and regional issues. The prime minister also underlined the importance of mutual support by China and Pakistan to each other on… Continue reading Close Pakistan-China cooperation a factor of peace, stability in region: PM

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PM to attend 74th UNGA session in New York in September

APP69-18 ISLAMABAD: June 18 - Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan and Special Assistant to PM on Accountability Shahzad Akbar jointly addressing a press conference at PID Media Centre. APP photo by Irshad Sheikh

ISLAMABAD, Jun 18 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan will represent the country at the upcoming 74th session of United Nations General Assembly to be held in New York this September, the government announced on Tuesday. “Pakistan’s brief delegation will comprise the Prime Minister and the Foreign Minister to avoid burden on national exchequer,” Special Assistant to… Continue reading PM to attend 74th UNGA session in New York in September

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President for research bodies’ linkages to produce quality research work

APP68-18 ISLAMABAD: June 18 - President Dr. Arif Alvi chairing the 15th meeting of the Board of Governors of National School of Public Policy at the Aiwan-e-Sadr. APP

ISLAMABAD, Jun 18 (APP):President Dr. Arif Alvi Tuesday underlined the importance of linkages amongst research institutions to produce quality research work in the country from which the civil servant could benefit for better public service delivery. The President was chairing 15th meeting of the Board of Governors of National School of Public Policy (NSPP) at… Continue reading President for research bodies’ linkages to produce quality research work

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DG ISI calls on PM

ISLAMABAD, Jun 18 (APP):After assuming the office, newly appointed Director General ISI Lt.Gen. Faiz Hamid on Tuesday called on Prime Minister Imran Khan in his office. The DG ISI discussed professional matters with the prime minister.

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President confers Nishan-i-Imtiaz (M) upon General Han Weiguo

APP38-18 ISLAMABAD: June 18 - President Dr. Arif Alvi conferring Hilal-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon Commander of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Ground Force of China General Han Weiguo at the Aiwan-e-Sadr. APP

ISLAMABAD, Jun 18 (APP):President Dr. Arif Alvi Tuesday conferred Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Military) upon General Han Weiguo, Commander of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Ground Force of China, in a special investiture ceremony at the Aiwan-e-Sadr.

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PM directs cabinet members to implement austerity measures in letter and spirit

APP71-18 ISLAMABAD: June 18 - Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan and Special Assistant to PM on Accountability Shahzad Akbar jointly addressing a press conference at PID Media Centre. APP photo by Irshad Sheikh

ISLAMABAD, Jun 18 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan Tuesday explained to the cabinet members initiatives that he has personally taken for austerity, keeping in view the current economic challenges faced by the country and advised them to set an example for others by adopting simple lifestyle. Briefing the media persons about cabinet decisions along with Special… Continue reading PM directs cabinet members to implement austerity measures in letter and spirit

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Opposition terming budget anti-people without reading or listening budget speech: Firdous

ISLAMABAD, Jun 18 (APP):Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan said on Tuesday that it was strange that the opposition has been terming the budget anti-people without reading it or listening to the budget speech. In a tweet, the SAPM said that the opposition parties during their rule ruined… Continue reading Opposition terming budget anti-people without reading or listening budget speech: Firdous

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Pakistan Navy ATR aircraft displayed at Paris Airshow

ISLAMABAD, Jun 18 (APP):Pakistan Navy’s state of the art ATR reconnaissance aircraft was showcased at 53rd edition of International Paris Airshow being held in Le Bourget, Paris from June 17 to 23. The Ambassador visited the Pakistan Navy chalet at the Airshow where he was received by Rear Admiral Javaid Iqbal SI (M), Director Naval Aviation Captain… Continue reading Pakistan Navy ATR aircraft displayed at Paris Airshow

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