ISLAMABAD, June 24 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Friday signed the advice on Finance Act 2016 and Treasury Rules Amendment for the President for his assent. According to a PM House statement, the advice were being sent to the President for approval.
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Pakistan to effectively use SCO platform for counter-terrorism: Mamnoon
By Shumaila Andleeb TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, June 24 (APP): President Mamnoon Hussain on Friday, terming terrorism as the greatest challenge for Pakistan, said becoming full member of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), would enable the country to have a better and effective platform to fight this menace. “We believe that the SCO provides the right security overhang under… Continue reading Pakistan to effectively use SCO platform for counter-terrorism: Mamnoon
Mamnoon, Karimov agree on closer ties in trade, connectivity
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, June 24 (APP): President Mamnoon Hussain and his Uzbek counterpart Islam Karimov met here on the sidelines of Shanghai Cooperation Organization Friday and agreed to strengthen bilateral relations particularly in the areas of trade and connectivity. The two sides agreed that connectivity was significant to effectively benefit from the potential that existed between… Continue reading Mamnoon, Karimov agree on closer ties in trade, connectivity
Pakistan signs Memorandum of Obligations for SCO’s full membership
By Shumaila Andleeb TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, June 24 (APP): Pakistan on Friday signed the Memorandum of Obligations to become the full member of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) – a key security, economy and energy cooperation group comprising Russia, China and the countries of Central Asia. President Mamnoon Hussain represented Pakistan at the signing ceremony at the 16th Heads of the State… Continue reading Pakistan signs Memorandum of Obligations for SCO’s full membership
Ishaq Dar visits Amjad Sabri’s residence, offers condolences
KARACHI, June 24 (APP): Federal Finance Minister, Ishaq Dar, on Friday visited the residence of late Qawwal Amjad Sabri and offered condolences to the bereaved family. He was accompanied by the Sindh Governor, Dr. Ishrat ul Ebad Khan. PML-N Senator Nihal Hashmi, was also present on the occasion. Ishaq Dar condoled with the mother and brother of… Continue reading Ishaq Dar visits Amjad Sabri’s residence, offers condolences
President Mamnoon attends SCO inaugural session
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, June 24 (APP): The 16th meeting of the Heads of the State Council of Shanghai Cooperation Organization started in the Uzbek capital on Friday with representatives of member and observer states in attendance. President Mamnoon Hussain joined other world leaders at the session, which is being attended by Russian President Vladimir Putin, Indian… Continue reading President Mamnoon attends SCO inaugural session
Flawless academic system, strong research culture, vital for development: Tanveer
ISLAMABAD, June 24 (APP): Minister for Science and Technology Rana Tanveer Hussain Friday said flawless academic system and strong research culture were the prerequisite for socio economic development of the country. Addressing the participants of 5th Outstanding Research Awards ceremony of Higher Education Commission (HEC), he said there was a need to support and encourage… Continue reading Flawless academic system, strong research culture, vital for development: Tanveer
Top UN official underlines world body’s obligation to prevent conflict, sustain peace
UNITED NATIONS, June 24 (APP): United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Jan Eliasson has urged member states, particularly those with membership in the Security Council, to make full use of the Peacebuilding Commission and its role in preventing violent conflict. He was speaking on behalf of Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon at an event marking the tenth anniversary of… Continue reading Top UN official underlines world body’s obligation to prevent conflict, sustain peace
US grieved over murder of Amjad Sabri
WASHINGTON, June 24 (APP): A US State Department spokesman on Thursday expressed sympathies over the killing of popular sufi singer Amjad Sabri, saying such acts violate the fundamental freedom of expression, religion and belief. “The arts have long been a forum for new ideas for fighting against intolerance. And again, our thoughts and prayers go… Continue reading US grieved over murder of Amjad Sabri
PM announces Rs 10 million financial assistance for family of Amjad Sabri
ISLAMABAD, Jun 23 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif on Thursday announced Rs 10 million as financial support for the family of late Qawwal Amjad Sabri. The federal government will also bear the educational expenses of the children of assassinated legend of Pakistan. Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, in a statement issued from the PM’s Office here, described… Continue reading PM announces Rs 10 million financial assistance for family of Amjad Sabri
Pakistan, Tajikistan’s potential in trade, energy sector need to be tapped: Mamnoon
TASHKENT (Uzbekistan), June 23 (APP): President Mamnoon Hussain on Thursday said Pakistan and Tajikistan have immense potential in trade and energy sectors and emphasized on working towards attaining the $500 million bilateral trade volume. President Mamnoon who met his Tajik counterpart Emomali Rahmon on the sidelines of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) here said the excellent… Continue reading Pakistan, Tajikistan’s potential in trade, energy sector need to be tapped: Mamnoon
Sartaj, SCO Secretary General discuss formalities on Pakistan’s membership
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, June 23 (APP): Advisor to Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz and Secretary General of Shanghai Cooperation Organization met here on Thursday and discussed formalities ahead of the Pakistan’s membership of the Organization. The SCO’s 16th Council of the Heads of State is granting full membership to Pakistan on June 24. Sartaj Aziz said Pakistan was desirous… Continue reading Sartaj, SCO Secretary General discuss formalities on Pakistan’s membership
Imran threatening street protest as PTI cannot muster masses support to come into power: Pervaiz Rashid
ISLAMABAD, June 23 (APP): Minister for Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage Senator Pervaiz Rashid said on Thursday that PTI Chairman knew that masses would not vote for his party in the general election, so he was threatening to hold street protest. “Those fearing defeat in the coming general election, are talking about street agitation and… Continue reading Imran threatening street protest as PTI cannot muster masses support to come into power: Pervaiz Rashid
ToRs issue is not dead: Dar hopeful to reach consensus
ISLAMABAD June 23 (APP): Minister for Finance, Revenue and Economic Affairs Muhammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday said that the matter of Terms of Reference (ToRs) on Panama Papers is not dead and expressed hope, the issue will be resolved with consensus. “I have requested an opposition member to meet again this week and evolve consensus,” he said in… Continue reading ToRs issue is not dead: Dar hopeful to reach consensus
Mamnoon, Xi agree on close collaboration for region’s security, peace
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, June 23 (APP): President Mamnoon Hussain and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday expressed resolve to maintain close collaboration for the region’s security and prosperity and to jointly fight against terrorism and separatism. The two leaders expressed these views in a delegation-level meeting held here at Kuksaroy – the State guest house, on the sidelines of… Continue reading Mamnoon, Xi agree on close collaboration for region’s security, peace
Pakistan has all credentials for NSG membership: FO
ISLAMABAD, June 23 (APP): Pakistan has all credentials to become member of the Nuclear Suppliers Group and it is absolutely essential for the NSG to consider the Indian and Pakistani applications simultaneously and even handedly. Foreign Office Spokesman Nafees Zakaria said while addressing the weekly briefing here on Thursday at Foreign Office. “Pakistan will continue… Continue reading Pakistan has all credentials for NSG membership: FO
Siddiqui’s columns collection ‘Qalam Kahani’ published
ISLAMABAD, Jun 23 (APP): Advisor to Prime Minister on National History and Literary Heritage and renowned Columnist Irfan Siddiqui’s fresh collection of columns titled ‘Qalam Kahani’ published on Thursday. The 400 pages book published by Jahangir Books Lahore and its prices is Rs. 1000, said a press release. The columns titled Naqsh-e-Khayal were wrote from 2011 to 2013.… Continue reading Siddiqui’s columns collection ‘Qalam Kahani’ published
President urges unity among Muslim states to counter negative propaganda against Islam
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, June 23 (APP): President Mamnoon Hussain Thursday stressed unity among Muslim countries to counter the negative propaganda against Islam. “I am a great supporter of Islamic countries that can discourage those who unnecessarily malign Muslims,” the President told media during his visit to the Hazrat Imam Complex in old Sibzar district of Tashkent.… Continue reading President urges unity among Muslim states to counter negative propaganda against Islam
Nisar accords final approval for CNICs re verification drive
ISLAMABAD, June 23 (APP): Minister for Interior, Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan on Thursday accorded final approval for launching of Computerized National Identity Cards (CNICs) re verification drive across the country from July 1. Chairing a meeting held here, he said side by side with multi pronged exercise, the input by Joint Verification Committees would continue… Continue reading Nisar accords final approval for CNICs re verification drive
Pakistan vigilant about borders’ security: Rana Tanveer
ISLAMABAD, June 23 (APP): Minister for Defence Production Rana Tanveer Hussain Thursday said Pakistan was vigilant about security of its borders and successful execution of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project. “The CPEC project can also offer huge transit benefits to Iran,” he said while talking to Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Mehdi Honardoost, who called… Continue reading Pakistan vigilant about borders’ security: Rana Tanveer
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