ISLAMABAD, Jan 15 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Friday said with the promotion of regional connectivity due to Gwadar Deep Seaport, the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) would benefit the regional countries, especially Afghanistan and Central Asian Republics (CARs). He was presiding over a meeting regarding the development activities at Gwadar Port. Minister for… Continue reading Gwadar Port, CPEC to promote regional connectivity, benefit Afghanistan, CARs: President
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President for strong Pak-Mexico ties in trade, education
ISLAMABAD, Jan 15 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Friday said Pakistan wanted to further expand cooperation with Mexico in fields including trade, investment, culture, tourism and education. Talking to Pakistan’s ambassador-designate to Mexico Dr Aman Rashid here at the Aiwan-e-Sadr, the President said Pakistan attached great importance to its relations with Mexico. President Alvi… Continue reading President for strong Pak-Mexico ties in trade, education
Panama Papers, Broadsheet exposed black money of corrupt mafia: Shibli
ISLAMABAD, Jan 14 (APP): Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz said on Thursday that the Panama Papers and Broadsheet have exposed the black money of the corrupt mafia. In a tweet, the minister said these were not of the government’s inventions but international revelations. پاناما پیپرز اور براڈشیٹ نے کرپٹ مافیا کے… Continue reading Panama Papers, Broadsheet exposed black money of corrupt mafia: Shibli
Pakistan launches its first instant payment system – Raast
ISLAMABAD, Jan 11 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan Monday launched Pakistan’s first instant payment system – Raast – to enable end-to-end digital payments among individuals, businesses, and government entities instantaneously. The prime minister, while addressing the gathering, termed the launch a major step forward by the State Bank of Pakistan towards Digital Pakistan, and said… Continue reading Pakistan launches its first instant payment system – Raast
President urges business community to take steps for financial inclusion of special persons
ISLAMABAD, Jan 11 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Monday urged the business community to take steps for the financial inclusion of differently-abled people by providing them jobs according to their skills and talents. He gave these remarks while talking to a delegation of traders, which led by Haji Tahir Naveed called on him here… Continue reading President urges business community to take steps for financial inclusion of special persons
Disinfo Lab reveals Indian propaganda of highest intensity against Pakistan: DG ISPR
RAWALPINDI, Jan 11 (APP): Director General of Inter Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Major General Babar Iftikhar on Monday said the European Union Disinfo Lab had revealed that India had employed the highest intensity propaganda against Pakistan during its 15-year long disinformation campaign. According to the Disinfo Lab report ‘Indian Chronicles’, the Indian fake media… Continue reading Disinfo Lab reveals Indian propaganda of highest intensity against Pakistan: DG ISPR
Shibli for practical professional training of newcomers in media industry
ISLAMABAD, Jan 09 (APP):Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Senator Shibli Faraz on Saturday said that the Information Ministry committed to practical professional training of newcomers in the media industry. Addressing the launching ceremony of the ‘Academy of Media Excellence’, he said that it has been set up for practical professional training of newcomers in various… Continue reading Shibli for practical professional training of newcomers in media industry
Petrol prices increased by Rs 2.31 per liter
ISLAMABAD, Dec 31 (APP): The government on Thursday increased the prices of petrol by Rs 2.31 per liter, which would now be sold at Rs106 per liter across the country against its existing price of Rs 103.69 per liter. The new prices would be effective from January 01,2021 till next fortnight, according to a press… Continue reading Petrol prices increased by Rs 2.31 per liter
Pakistan excels as ‘anchor of peace’ at foreign policy front in 2020
Shumaila Andleeb ISLAMABAD, Dec 31 (APP): Pakistan in year 2020 has excelled remarkably in its foreign policy domain, with a recognition gained as an ‘anchor of peace and stability’ among the comity of nations. With an agenda of regional peace, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has to its credit several accomplishments during the year including… Continue reading Pakistan excels as ‘anchor of peace’ at foreign policy front in 2020
Pakistan calls for int’l inquiry on Kashmiris’ extra-judicial killings by Indian troops
ISLAMABAD, Dec 31 (APP): Pakistan on Thursday, condemning the killing of another three Kashmiris in fake-encounter by Indian forces, called for international scrutiny into the extra-judicial killings in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). “Pakistan reiterates that nothing short of an inquiry under international scrutiny, can meet the requirements of justice,” it said in… Continue reading Pakistan calls for int’l inquiry on Kashmiris’ extra-judicial killings by Indian troops
US, UK, China top three destinations of Pakistani exports in 5 months
ISLAMABAD, Dec 31 (APP): United States of America (USA) remained the top export destinations of the Pakistani products during the first five months of financial year (2020-21), followed by United Kingdom (UK) and China. Total exports to the USA during July-November (2020-21) were recorded at US $ 1855.564 million against the exports of US $… Continue reading US, UK, China top three destinations of Pakistani exports in 5 months
Pakistan strongly condemns attack at Aden airport in Yemen
ISLAMABAD, Dec 30 (APP): Pakistan on Wednesday strongly condemned terrorist attack at Aden airport in Yemen in which the cabinet members of the newly formed government were targeted. “We extend our sincere condolences on the loss of precious lives and wish speedy recovery for the injured. We believe this attack was not just condemnable as… Continue reading Pakistan strongly condemns attack at Aden airport in Yemen
PM for negotiated political settlement of Afghan conflict , measures for reduction of violence
ISLAMABAD, Dec 30 (APP): Prime Minister Imran, while reiterating his conviction that there was no military solution to the conflict in Afghanistan, on Wednesday emphasized the need for a negotiated political settlement. He also stressed the need for all sides to take measures for reduction of violence leading to ceasefire. The prime minister expressed these… Continue reading PM for negotiated political settlement of Afghan conflict , measures for reduction of violence
PDM, Maryam promoting enemies’ agenda: Shibli Faraz
ISLAMABAD, Dec 29 (APP): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shibli Faraz on Tuesday said the leadership of Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM), especially PML-N Vice President Maryam Nawaz was promoting anti-Pakistan agenda of Indian lobby. Briefing media about the decisions of federal cabinet the minister flanked by Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Petroleum Nadeem Babar,… Continue reading PDM, Maryam promoting enemies’ agenda: Shibli Faraz
‘Engage Africa Policy’ envisaged to strengthen ties with African countries: Sanjrani
ISLAMABAD, Dec 29 (APP): Pakistan has envisaged renewed “Engage Africa Policy” to strengthen its ties with all African countries and has decided to increase its diplomatic missions in the countries in addition to open Pakistan’s Embassy in Djibouti owing to growing economic and political importance of the African region. The exchange of parliamentary delegations would… Continue reading ‘Engage Africa Policy’ envisaged to strengthen ties with African countries: Sanjrani
Pakistan calls for independent inquiry into extra-judicial killings in IIOJK
ISLAMABAD, Dec 29 (APP): Pakistan on Tuesday called for an independent inquiry under international scrutiny into the extra-judicial killing of three innocent Kashmiri labourers in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). “Pakistan reiterates its calls upon the international community to hold India accountable for its crimes against the Kashmiri people and work for resolution… Continue reading Pakistan calls for independent inquiry into extra-judicial killings in IIOJK
Govt working on targeted subsidies to provide cheaper electricity to consumers: PM
ISLAMABAD, Dec 28 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday said that the government was working on targeted subsidies for the provision of cheaper electricity to consumers. He said that as energy sector was very important for country’s economy, the government’s focus was on fulfilling the energy needs of all sectors. Presiding over a review… Continue reading Govt working on targeted subsidies to provide cheaper electricity to consumers: PM
ML-1 project excellent example of Pak-China ties; to create opportunities of industrial development, jobs: PM
ISLAMABAD, Dec 28 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday describing the ML-1 (Main Line One) project an excellent example of Pakistan-China friendship said that besides establishing the international standards’ modern communication infrastructure, it will create opportunities of industrial development and jobs in the country. He said that the project, which was part of Pakistan… Continue reading ML-1 project excellent example of Pak-China ties; to create opportunities of industrial development, jobs: PM
Politicians targeting state institutions not flag-bearers of democracy: PM
ISLAMABAD, Dec 28 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday said politicians pointing fingers at the state institutions could never be considered as flag-bearers of democracy. Talking to his Advisor on Parliamentary Affairs Dr Babar Awan, the Prime Minister said all pillars of state, within their own jurisdiction, were working for development of the country,… Continue reading Politicians targeting state institutions not flag-bearers of democracy: PM
PM stresses modern facilities to make GB top tourist destination
ISLAMABAD, Dec 28 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday said northern areas of Pakistan especially Gilgit-Baltistan had immense potential to become the world’s top tourist destination, provided availability of modern facilities. Talking to Chief Minister Gilgit-Baltistan Khalid Khurshid, the Prime Minister stressed provision of facilities in tourist areas of GB to attract bigger influx… Continue reading PM stresses modern facilities to make GB top tourist destination
- Farmers harvesting wheat crops at their field.
- A gambler showing his skill during Flora Festival at Club Road.
- Safari Park to welcome Madhubala elephant in May
- Bringing 4.4mln hectares suitable land under olive cultivation to address economic woes
- OIC’s Islamic Summit Conference in Gambia on May 4; Palestine, Islamophobia, climate change on agenda
