India’s actions in IIOJK cannot legitimate illegal occupation, suppress Kashmiri’s rights: FM 

ISLAMABAD, Aug 05 (APP): Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Saturday said that India’s actions in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) could neither accord legitimacy to its occupation, nor suppress the true sentiments of the Kashmiri people as coercion and intrigue could not replace legitimacy.  In a message on ‘Youm-e-Istehsal’ being observed… Continue reading India’s actions in IIOJK cannot legitimate illegal occupation, suppress Kashmiri’s rights: FM 

Pakistan rejects all unilateral, illegal Indian actions in IIOJK: PM 

ISLAMABAD, Aug 05 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday reiterated that Pakistan rejected all the unilateral and illegal actions taken by India in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IIOJK) and vowed to continue extending its unwavering diplomatic, moral and political support to Kashmiris in their just struggle.   On his Twitter handle,… Continue reading Pakistan rejects all unilateral, illegal Indian actions in IIOJK: PM 

Iranian FM arrives Pakistan on bilateral visit

ISLAMABAD, Aug 02 (APP): Foreign Minister of Iran Hossein Amir Abdollahian on Wednesday arrived here on a two-day bilateral visit to Pakistan to discuss entire gamut of bilateral ties and the emerging regional situation with the leadership of Pakistan. During his visit, Foreign Minister Abdollahian will hold talks with Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on… Continue reading Iranian FM arrives Pakistan on bilateral visit

Dr Faisal assumes office of Pakistan High Commissioner to UK

ISLAMABAD, Aug 02 (APP): Dr. Mohammad Faisal has assumed the office of the High Commissioner of Pakistan to the United Kingdom. On his arrival at the airport, he was received by Kathryn Colvin CVO FCIL, Special Representative of the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, a press release on Wednesday said. “With… Continue reading Dr Faisal assumes office of Pakistan High Commissioner to UK

PM congratulates Talal, Daniyal on expiry of of contempt of court disqualification

ISLAMABAD, Aug 02 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday felicitated Talal Chaudhry and Daniyal Aziz on expiry of their five-year disqualification term awarded to them under separate contempt of court proceedings. On his Twitter handle, the prime minister thanked Allah Almighty and said that darkness of negative acts taken by a clique, who… Continue reading PM congratulates Talal, Daniyal on expiry of of contempt of court disqualification

Facilitating business community, resolution of their issues among govt’s priorities: PM

KARACHI, Aug 2 (APP):Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said that provision of facilities to the business community and resolution of their issues were among the top priorities of the government. During a meeting with a delegation of Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) led by its President Tariq Yousaf and Chief Executive… Continue reading Facilitating business community, resolution of their issues among govt’s priorities: PM

Diplomacy on track with extensive global engagements: FM

ISLAMABAD, Aug 1 (APP):Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Tuesday said that through extensive engagement with the international community, Pakistan achieved substantially on the diplomatic front during the past fifteen months. Addressing a ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs after launching ‘Digitised system under Foreign Minister’s Change Management Reforms’, the foreign minister said that… Continue reading Diplomacy on track with extensive global engagements: FM

PM underlines need to learn from past, explore precious natural resources properly

ISLAMABAD, Aug 01 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday stressed the need to learn from the bitter experiences of past 75 years and move ahead with strenuous efforts, collaboration and dedication by exploring the untapped resources including the vast natural minerals and reserves and developing the agriculture, information technology and industrial sectors. Addressing… Continue reading PM underlines need to learn from past, explore precious natural resources properly

PM conveys condolences on loss of lives in Beijing due to torrential rains

ISLAMABAD, Aug 01 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday, on behalf of the government and people of Pakistan, conveyed heartfelt condolences on the loss of precious lives in the ongoing torrential rains in Beijing. On his Twitter handle, the prime minister said “Our thoughts and prayers are with the families who lost their… Continue reading PM conveys condolences on loss of lives in Beijing due to torrential rains

PM hopes CPEC 2nd phase to spur further development & prosperity, foster friendship

ISLAMABAD, Jul 31 (APP):Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said that China and Pakistan were entering the second phase of flagship China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) which would help promote investment, progress and prosperity not only for Pakistan but also for the entire region. Addressing a ceremony held to celebrate the 10th anniversary of CPEC,… Continue reading PM hopes CPEC 2nd phase to spur further development & prosperity, foster friendship

PM pays tribute to Fatima Jinnah on her 130th birthday

ISLAMABAD, May 31 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday paid tribute to Madr-e-Millat Mohtarma Fatma Jinnah on her 130th birthday being celebrated today. The prime minister said she faced the dictatorship and played a historic role for the people, democracy and the motherland. The prime minister said that Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah  was like a… Continue reading PM pays tribute to Fatima Jinnah on her 130th birthday

PM directs to observe CPEC celebrations with solemnity

ISLAMABAD, May 31 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has directed for a solemn observance of 10th anniversary of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) in view of yesterday’s terrorist incident at Khar, Bajaur which claimed 44 lives and injuries to over 200 others. Under the prime minister’s directive, a cultural show to celebrate the completion of… Continue reading PM directs to observe CPEC celebrations with solemnity

Punjab Governor, Caretaker CM call on PM

LAHORE, July 30 (APP): Governor Punjab Muhammad Baligh ur Rehman Sunday called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Syed Mohsin Naqvi, chief secretary and IG Punjab Police were also present in the meeting, PM Office Media Wing said in a press release. During the meeting, the prime minister was given a… Continue reading Punjab Governor, Caretaker CM call on PM

Inefficiency, criminal negligence of PTI’s govt cost country dearly: PM

LAHORE, July 30 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday lambasted the criminal negligence and inefficient performance of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) government led by former prime minister Imran Khan Niazi, saying that the country paid heavy price for their blunders and political vendetta. The prime minister expressed these views after performing the soft launching… Continue reading Inefficiency, criminal negligence of PTI’s govt cost country dearly: PM

PM praises ministers, relevant authorities, LEAs for maintaining peace on Ashura

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LAHORE, July 30 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday lauded the efforts of Minister for Interior Rana Sanaullah, provincial home ministers, federal and provincial authorities and the law enforcement agencies (LEAs) for maintaining law and order on Ashura. While expressing satisfaction over the peaceful observance of Ashura, the prime minister praised the chief… Continue reading PM praises ministers, relevant authorities, LEAs for maintaining peace on Ashura

SAPM Dogar calls on PM

LAHORE, July 29 (APP): Special Assistant to Prime Minister Malik Abdul Ghaffar Dogar Saturday called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. During the meeting, they discussed the current political situation, PM Office Media Wing said in a press release.

PM deeply grieved over death toll in Babusar Top accident

LAHORE, July 29 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday expressed his deep grief and sorrow over death of eight persons in Babusar Top accident. The prime minister prayed for the departed souls and for the bereaved families to bear the losses with fortitude, PM Office Media Wing said in a press release. He also… Continue reading PM deeply grieved over death toll in Babusar Top accident

Supreme sacrifice of Holy Prophet’s (PBUH) family shaped human consciousness: PM

ISLAMABAD  July 29 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday said that despite the passage of almost 1400 years, the memory and remembrance of the supreme sacrifice rendered by the Holy Prophet’s (Peace Be Upon Him) family has shaped human consciousness and animated global struggles for truth, justice and freedom. On his Twitter handle,… Continue reading Supreme sacrifice of Holy Prophet’s (PBUH) family shaped human consciousness: PM

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng arrives Pakistan on Sunday to attend CPEC celebrations

ISLAMABAD  July 29 (APP): At the invitation of the Government of Pakistan, Special Envoy of President Xi Jinping, Vice Premier of China and Member of the Politburo of the Central Committee of the Communist Party, He Lifeng will visit Pakistan from July 30 to August 1 to attend the 10th-anniversary celebrations of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).… Continue reading Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng arrives Pakistan on Sunday to attend CPEC celebrations

FM to visit UAE on Sunday to discuss bilateral ties, offer condolences

ISLAMABAD, Jul 29 (APP): Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari will undertake an official visit to the United Arab Emirates on Sunday to discuss bilateral ties and offer condolences on the death of Sheikh Saeed bin Zayed.During the visit, the foreign minister will hold a meeting with his UAE counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan,… Continue reading FM to visit UAE on Sunday to discuss bilateral ties, offer condolences

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