BEIJING, Nov 29 (APP): Pakistan Ambassador to China Moin-ul-Haque has urged the business and investment community of China and ASEAN countries to tap into the vast and virgin market of Pakistan, particularly with regard to the several Special Economic Zones (SEZs) being set up under the transformative China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). In this regard,… Continue reading Pakistan offers attractive business, investment opportunities for Chinese, ASEAN investors: Ambassador
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Pakistan earn respect through successful foreign policy: Shibli Faraz
KOHAT, Nov 28 (APP): Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz Saturday said due to effective and vibrant foreign policy of the government, Pakistan was now considered as an important player at international level. Addressing a press conference at Kohat Press Club, the Information Minister said Prime Minister Imran Khan’s vision and approach… Continue reading Pakistan earn respect through successful foreign policy: Shibli Faraz
Senator Shibli visits Kohat, reviews development projects
KOHAT, Nov 28 (APP): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz here Saturday said development projects worth billions of rupees in the merged border districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will be completed. During a visit to Radio Pakistan Kohat, he said Prime Minister Imran Khan had a special relationship with the people of merged districts… Continue reading Senator Shibli visits Kohat, reviews development projects
PTI working for development of all districts: Asad Umar
SUKKUR, Nov 28 (APP): Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Asad Umar Saturday said that Pakistan Peoples Party had completely failed to develop Sukkur district, but the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf government was working for all districts development including Sukkur. He expressed these views while talking to mediamen at Jatoi House here. Prime Minister Imran… Continue reading PTI working for development of all districts: Asad Umar
Begum Shamim Akhtar laid to rest at Jati Umra
LAHORE, Nov 28 (APP): The funeral prayers for Begum Shamim Akhtar, the mother of Nawaz Sharif and Shehbaz Sharif, were held at Sharif Medical Complex here on Saturday. The prayers were led by religious scholar Allama Raghib Naeemi and attended by members of the Sharif family, central leadership of the Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N),… Continue reading Begum Shamim Akhtar laid to rest at Jati Umra
FM Qureshi emphasizes early resolution of UAE visa issues for Pakistanis
ISLAMABAD, Nov 28 (APP): Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Saturday met United Araba Emetates (UAE) State Minister Reem Al Hashimi and while highlighting the difficulties being faced by Pakistani citizens regarding UAE visa, emphasized their resolution at the earliest possible. The two foreign ministers, during the meeting held on the sidelines of the… Continue reading FM Qureshi emphasizes early resolution of UAE visa issues for Pakistanis
Usman Dar holds open court in Sialkot
SIALKOT, Nov 28 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Youth Affairs Usman Dar said on Saturday that doors of all government departments were now open for general public for enabling them to get redressed their grievances and resolved problems. Addressing an open court here at Municipal Corporation Sialkot Fort, he said the government… Continue reading Usman Dar holds open court in Sialkot
US-based Sikh group announces US $ 1 million for Punjab, Haryana farmers hurt in Delhi’s protests
NEW YORK, Nov 28 (APP): A United States (US)-based Sikh advocacy group, which is planning to organize a worldwide referendum to demand the secession of Punjab from India, Friday announced one million dollars in aid for Punjabi farmers who suffered injuries or damage to their vehicles in clashes with police as they marched into New… Continue reading US-based Sikh group announces US $ 1 million for Punjab, Haryana farmers hurt in Delhi’s protests
Pakistan’s “Engage Africa” policy aimed at closer cooperation with African continent: Qureshi
ISLAMABAD, Nov 28 (APP): Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi ON Saturday said Pakistan’s “Engage Africa” initiative was aimed at developing closer, stronger and cooperative relations with the African continent. He said this in a meeting with Sudanese counterpart Omar Qamaruddin Ismail on the sidelines of the 47th Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers… Continue reading Pakistan’s “Engage Africa” policy aimed at closer cooperation with African continent: Qureshi
Qureshi meets Somalian deputy FM; discusses trade, investment opportunities
ISLAMABAD, Nov 28 (APP): Somalian State Minister for Foreign Affairs Balal Mohamed Osman Saturday called on Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mehmood Qureshi and discussed bilateral ties with particular focus on enhancing trade and investment cooperation. During the meeting held on the sidelines of the 47th Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) in Niamey,… Continue reading Qureshi meets Somalian deputy FM; discusses trade, investment opportunities
India’s economy in “severest recession” amid dire prediction for further deterioration: Report
NEW YORK, Nov 27 (APP): India’s economy is in “severest recession” since 1996 — the year it began publishing its gross domestic product numbers — while other countries, especially China, are fast recovering from the devastation of the coronavirus pandemic, according to an American media report. In a dispatch from New Delhi, The New York… Continue reading India’s economy in “severest recession” amid dire prediction for further deterioration: Report
UN chief urges ‘restraint’ after Iranian scientist’s assassination; Israel blamed in US paper report
UNITED NATIONS, Nov 28 (APP): United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres Friday called for restraint after top Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh was shot dead near Tehran, as a leading United States newspaper, citing three American officials, said that Israel was behind the assassination. “We have noted the reports that an Iranian nuclear scientist has been… Continue reading UN chief urges ‘restraint’ after Iranian scientist’s assassination; Israel blamed in US paper report
PM lauds iconic singer Cher for efforts in retiring Kaavan to elephant sanctuary
ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday appreciated the efforts, campaign and the role of US celebrity singer Cher in retiring Kaavan to an elephant sanctuary in Cambodia. The prime minister expressed these views while talking to iconic singer and actress Cher, who flew all the way from called on him here.… Continue reading PM lauds iconic singer Cher for efforts in retiring Kaavan to elephant sanctuary
POF – the force behind the Forces; serving as backbone in Pakistan’s defence: COAS
RAWALPINDI, Nov 27 (APP): Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Friday termed Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) a force behind the Armed Forces serving as backbone in defence of Pakistan. The Army Chief visited Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) Wah and made these remarks while appreciating management and Staff of POF for their… Continue reading POF – the force behind the Forces; serving as backbone in Pakistan’s defence: COAS
Happy Cow Polo for Peace II for Pakistan Polo Cup: Day 4
By Sohail Ali LAHORE, Nov 27 (APP): Diamond Paints/FG Polo set main final clash against Barry’s after winning their respective matches in the Happy Cow Polo for Peace II for Pakistan Polo Cup 2020 semifinals played here at Lahore Polo Club ground on Friday. Hamza Mawaz Khan heroics helped Barry’s overpower Pricemeter.pk by 9-6 1/2… Continue reading Happy Cow Polo for Peace II for Pakistan Polo Cup: Day 4
Punjab players expected to excel in Under-16 Talent Hunt Games 2020
By Sohail Ali LAHORE, Nov 27 (APP): Punjab’s 130-member contingent reached Peshawar on Friday to feature in Under-16 Talent Hunt Games 2020. The participating teams will take part in badminton, squash, table tennis, athletics, volleyball, football and hockey events scheduled to be staged from November 28 to December 10, 2020 in Peshawar. Sports Board Punjab’s… Continue reading Punjab players expected to excel in Under-16 Talent Hunt Games 2020
PM seeks proposals from industrialists to launch corporate farming at larger scale
ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): To launch corporate farming at larger scale, Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday sought proposals from industrialists for modernizing the agriculture sector and enhancing production of various crops. The national development and prosperity was linked with the development of business community, he said while talking to a delegation of leading industrialists… Continue reading PM seeks proposals from industrialists to launch corporate farming at larger scale
Rawalpindi becomes first city to join ‘Global Wellbeing Initiative’ : Zulfi Bukhari
ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Sayed Zulfikar Abbas Bukhari has said that Rawalpindi city had taken a lead in joining the ‘Global Wellbeing Initiative’ which would eventually help foster healthy lifestyle among its residents. “Rawalpindi leading as 1st global partner city in… Continue reading Rawalpindi becomes first city to join ‘Global Wellbeing Initiative’ : Zulfi Bukhari
Empowering Women – a prerequisite in transforming Pakistan into true welfare state
Syed Zahid Majeed ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Economic productivity of a country could be enhanced manifold by empowering the penniless women folk and Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal (PBM) was doing exactly the same to help becoming resource less women self sustaining as promised in the manifesto of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). According to the World Bank’s 2012 World… Continue reading Empowering Women – a prerequisite in transforming Pakistan into true welfare state
Shibli Faraz criticises opposition’s irresponsible attitude during second wave of pandemic
ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz on Friday criticized the opposition for its irresponsible behavior despite second wave of coronavirus pandemic. He urged the opposition to stop playing with the lives of the masses for personal gains. The minister said that people have rejected the the opposition parties and… Continue reading Shibli Faraz criticises opposition’s irresponsible attitude during second wave of pandemic
- Hajj training for intending pilgrims held
- Partly cloudy weather forecast for city
- Ambassador of Poland in Pakistan Maciej Pisarski addressing a press conference at National Press Club.
- A gypsy youngster on the way while carrying bread (roti) which distributed by volunteer.
- Abdul Wasay, Faisal Wawda take oath as Senators
