Only plebiscite, not any country’s court to decide future of Kashmiris: PM

ISLAMABAD, Dec 12 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Tuesday said that as per the United Nations Security Council’s resolutions, the sole method to determine the future of Kashmir and its people was through a plebiscite and no country’s high court or supreme court possessed the authority to decide on the matter. The prime… Continue reading Only plebiscite, not any country’s court to decide future of Kashmiris: PM

PTI chairman calls on President Alvi

ISLAMABAD, Dec 12 (APP): Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Barrister Gohar Khan on Tuesday called on President Dr Arif Alvi. In the meeting, they discussed the matters pertaining to the current political situation in the country, a President House press release said.

Pakistan, Russia agree to continue constructive engagement, cooperation

Pakistan and Russia on Tuesday agreed to continue bilateral constructive engagement on regional issues including Afghanistan as well as cooperation at multilateral fora including the United Nations and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. The bilateral ties were discussed during the talks between Additional Foreign Secretary (Europe), Ambassador Shafqat Ali Khan and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister A.… Continue reading Pakistan, Russia agree to continue constructive engagement, cooperation

Pakistan delivers strong demarche to Afghan govt; seeks action against perpetrators of DI Khan attack

ISLAMABAD, Dec 12 (APP): Following the deadly attack that took place in Dera Ismail Khan on Tuesday and claimed by a terrorist group affiliated with the TTP, Pakistan delivered a strong demarche to the Afghan Interim Government calling for the investigation and strict action against the perpetrators. In this connection, the foreign secretary called in… Continue reading Pakistan delivers strong demarche to Afghan govt; seeks action against perpetrators of DI Khan attack

Pakistan envoy emphasizes stronger linkages with Europe through Science Diplomacy

BRUSSELS, Dec 12 (APP): Ambassador of Pakistan to Belgium, Luxembourg, and the European Union Amna Baloch on Tuesday emphasized the stronger linkages between Pakistan and Europe by enhancing collaboration in science and research through the Science Diplomacy initiative. The embassy, in this connection, hosted a networking session on Science Diplomacy which was attended by key… Continue reading Pakistan envoy emphasizes stronger linkages with Europe through Science Diplomacy

Terrorists, their handlers to pay for their cowardly attacks: Jilani

ISLAMABAD, Dec 12 (APP): Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani on Tuesday condemning the terrorist attack that took place on Dera Ismail Khan, reaffirmed that the terrorists and their handlers, regardless of their whereabouts, would pay for their cowardly attacks. The foreign minister, in a social media post on X, said that the brave soldiers of… Continue reading Terrorists, their handlers to pay for their cowardly attacks: Jilani

Prize distribution ceremony for “Jinnah Young Writers Award” essay contest held in Ankara

ISLAMABAD, Dec 12 (APP): The prize distribution ceremony for the sixth edition of ‘Jinnah Young Writers Award’, essay competition was held in Ankara on Tuesday. The ceremony was attended by the Turkish Minister for National Education Yusuf Tekin and Ambassador of Pakistan to Turkiye Dr. Yousaf Junaid. Named after Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder… Continue reading Prize distribution ceremony for “Jinnah Young Writers Award” essay contest held in Ankara

Mainstreaming of deprived segments, fast decision-making vital for Pakistan’s progress: President

ISLAMABAD, Dec 11 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Monday said the mainstreaming of the deprived segments including women and differently-abled women, leveraging artificial intelligence and fast decision-making were inevitable for the progress and prosperity of the country. The president, addressing the Members’ Convocation of the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMA),… Continue reading Mainstreaming of deprived segments, fast decision-making vital for Pakistan’s progress: President

Aga Khan University president meets PM Kakar

KARACHI, Dec 08 (APP):President of the Aga Khan University Salman Shahabuddin on Friday called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar. The prime minister visited the university, where he interacted with the students, besides addressing the HealthTech Summit. The AKU president briefed the prime minister about the services of the university in various sectors. Prime Minister… Continue reading Aga Khan University president meets PM Kakar

President questions world conscience over Gaza killings; says unequal treatment of humans biggest mistake

ISLAMABAD, Dec 08 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Friday questioning the world’s conscience over the bloodshed by Israel in Gaza and unabated human rights abuses in Kashmir, said that the world was committing the biggest mistake by not treating all humans equally. The president, addressing an event held in connection with International Human Rights… Continue reading President questions world conscience over Gaza killings; says unequal treatment of humans biggest mistake

Govt implementing its agenda of institutional reforms, documentation of economy: PM

KARACHI, Dec 08 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Friday said that the government was ensuring the implementation of its institutional reform agenda besides taking practical steps for documentation of the economy. The prime minister, in a meeting with members of the Pakistan Stock Exchange and heads of leading companies of Pakistan, said that… Continue reading Govt implementing its agenda of institutional reforms, documentation of economy: PM

Govt eager to take advantage of technology for enhanced access to healthcare: PM

KARACHI, Dec 08 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Friday said that the government was eager to take advantage of modern technologies for enhanced access to preventive and curative healthcare for the people, particularly the most vulnerable ones. The prime minister, addressing the HealthTech Summit held by the Aga Khan University, said the advent… Continue reading Govt eager to take advantage of technology for enhanced access to healthcare: PM

PM Kakar advocates equal rights for minorities; calls for meritocracy, social opportunities

KARACHI, Dec 08 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Friday reaffirming the equal rights for minority communities called for enforcing meritocracy and social opportunities for their uplift and mainstreaming. The prime minister, in an interactive session with the students of Aga Khan University, said the minorities were equal Pakistanis as Madina State had also… Continue reading PM Kakar advocates equal rights for minorities; calls for meritocracy, social opportunities

Govt’s economic reformative steps reignited investors’ confidence: PM

KARACHI, Dec 08 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Friday said that the investors had regained confidence after the successful signing of a standby agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the execution of the annual budget 2023-24 and improvement in the fiscal and external accounts. The prime minister, addressing the ceremony marking the… Continue reading Govt’s economic reformative steps reignited investors’ confidence: PM

“Prudent decision:” FM Jilani hails Danish parliament bill prohibiting Quran desecration

ISLAMABAD, Dec 08 (APP): After the Danish parliament adopted a bill prohibiting the desecration of the Holy Quran, Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani hailed it as a “prudent decision.” The foreign minister, in a social media post on X, expressed the hope that other European countries would follow the suit through similar legislation. “A… Continue reading “Prudent decision:” FM Jilani hails Danish parliament bill prohibiting Quran desecration

Pakistan’s envoys present diplomatic credentials to Russian, Iraqi presidents

ISLAMABAD, Dec 07 (APP): The ambassadors of Pakistan to Russia and Iraq presented their diplomatic credentials to the presidents of their respective host countries. Ambassador Muhammad Khalid Jamali presented his credentials to the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir V. Putin in a grand ceremony in the Alexander Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace, said… Continue reading Pakistan’s envoys present diplomatic credentials to Russian, Iraqi presidents

US special envoy on Afghanistan calls on FM Jilani

ISLAMABAD, Dec 07 (APP): The United States Special Representative on Afghanistan Thomas West on Thursday called on Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani here. In the meeting, the foreign minister underscored the importance of collective approaches to promote prosperity and development for the people of Afghanistan. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to work with international partners… Continue reading US special envoy on Afghanistan calls on FM Jilani

Pakistan envoy invites Japanese people to explore Pakistan’s rich cultural landscape

ISLAMABAD, Dec 7 (APP): Ambassador of Pakistan in Tokyo Raza Bashir Tarar on Thursday invited the Japanese people to explore Pakistan’s rich cultural landscape, hidden gems, and legendary hospitality. The ambassador, addressing the Gandhara Seminar hosted by the embassy, said the shared values of craftsmanship, tradition and intercultural appreciation formed a solid bedrock for stronger… Continue reading Pakistan envoy invites Japanese people to explore Pakistan’s rich cultural landscape

UNSC must perform its responsibility of immediate Gaza ceasefire: FO Spox

ISLAMABAD, Dec 7 (APP): Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch on Thursday said that the United Nations Security Council must perform its primary responsibility to impose an immediate and unconditional ceasefire and protect the people of Gaza from an impending genocide. “We call on Israel’s backers to urge Israel to end its barbaric attacks and… Continue reading UNSC must perform its responsibility of immediate Gaza ceasefire: FO Spox

PM urges business community to leverage SIFC; commits conducive environment

KARACHI, Dec 7 (APP):Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Thursday, reiterating the government’s commitment to providing a conducive environment and streamlining regulations, urged the local business community to take advantage of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). The prime minister, addressing the ceremony for distribution of Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) Awards to top 25 companies… Continue reading PM urges business community to leverage SIFC; commits conducive environment

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