ISLAMABAD, May 22 (APP):Speakers including Pakistani Senators, former Pakistani ambassador, think tanks representatives, current Russian ambassador to Pakistan and Russian scholars at a conference held in Moscow, while tracing the 75 years history of relations between Pakistan and Russia, Monday lauded the current positive trajectory of bilateral relations and emphasised their importance for regional stability.… Continue reading Speakers emphasize importance of Pakistan-Russia relations for regional stability
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PM declares National Games Pakistan’s sign of victory against terrorism
ISLAMABAD, May 22 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Monday said the 34th National Games in Quetta were a sign of victory of the Pakistani nation in the war against terrorism. In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said, “Today I inaugurated the 34th National Games of Pakistan. These games are being held in Quetta… Continue reading PM declares National Games Pakistan’s sign of victory against terrorism
Alastair Lamb paid tribute for raising awareness about Kashmir
ISLAMABAD, May 22 (APP):Secretary for Foreign Affairs Dr Asad Majeed Khan Monday said writings of Alastair Lamb have helped raise awareness about the historical context, legal complexities and human rights implications of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute and encouraged a more informed discourse on the subject. “We are gathered here to celebrate and honour Alastair… Continue reading Alastair Lamb paid tribute for raising awareness about Kashmir
Pakistan strongly condemns terrorist attack in Iran
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): Pakistan Sunday strongly condemned the terrorist attack in the Sarawan county of Iran on Saturday, resulting in the loss of lives of six Iranian security personnel. The Foreign Office Spokesperson in a statement said the government and people of Pakistan express their deepest condolences to the bereaved families of the martyrs… Continue reading Pakistan strongly condemns terrorist attack in Iran
Planners, attackers in May 9 incidents to be brought to justice: PM
LAHORE, May 21 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Sunday said the planners, facilitators and attackers in the incidents of May 9 would be brought to justice. While chairing a high level meeting on law and order here, he said May 9, 2023 would always be remembered as a dark day in the history of the country.He… Continue reading Planners, attackers in May 9 incidents to be brought to justice: PM
PM calls Sirajul Haq, vows action against attackers on his convoy
LAHORE, May 21 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif here on Sunday while conversing with chief of Jamaat e Islami Sirajul Haq said everybody would have to work together for eradicating all forms of terrorism. During a telephone call, the prime minister expressed pleasure that the JI chief remained safe in the suicide attack that struck… Continue reading PM calls Sirajul Haq, vows action against attackers on his convoy
PM, Shujaat exchange views on country’s situation
LAHORE, May 21 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif here on Sunday visited Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain and exchanged views with him on the current situation in the country.The son of Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain and federal minister Chaudhry Salik Hussain greeted the prime minister on his arrival at their residence. The prime minister inquired after the health… Continue reading PM, Shujaat exchange views on country’s situation
PM, Khawaja Salman discuss political situation
LAHORE, May 21 (APP): Former member of Punjab Assembly Khawaja Salman Rafique called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif here on Sunday.During the meeting, they discussed the overall political situation in the country.
Events held across globe in support of Pakistan’s armed forces
ISLAMABAD, May 20 (APP): Events were held in different countries across the world including Germany, Turkiye, Russia, Norway, Tajikistan, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Netherlands, Britain and Africa to express solidarity with armed forces of Pakistan.People gathered at public places to hold rallies and speak in support of the armed forces and to condemn the incidents of May… Continue reading Events held across globe in support of Pakistan’s armed forces
PM reviews programmes for treatment of poor patients at PKLI
LAHORE, May 20 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Saturday here reviewed the ongoing programmes for the medical treatment of poor people at the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute (PKLI). While chairing a meeting at the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute, he said poor patients should be provided uninterrupted modern medical facilities on priority basis. He further… Continue reading PM reviews programmes for treatment of poor patients at PKLI
Eight Pakistanis dead, six injured in Makkah hotel fire: FO
ISLAMABAD, May 19 (APP):The Foreign Office Friday said eight Pakistanis were dead and six others injured in an unfortunate fire incident in a hotel in Makkah. In response to media queries regarding casualties in the fire incident in a hotel in Makkah, the Foreign Office spokesperson said, “We have reports of 8 deaths and 6… Continue reading Eight Pakistanis dead, six injured in Makkah hotel fire: FO
Ideology of Pakistan more sacred, powerful than wicked intent of Imran Niazi: PM
ISLAMABAD, May 19 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Friday said ideology of Pakistan was more sacred and powerful than the wicked and selfish intent of Imran Niazi.In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said he was thinking about the negative effects and consequences of the shameful, tragic and unfortunate incidents of May 9.“The more… Continue reading Ideology of Pakistan more sacred, powerful than wicked intent of Imran Niazi: PM
President condemns suicide attack on Jamaat e Islami convoy
ISLAMABAD, May 19 (APP):President Dr Arif Alvi Friday condemned the suicide attack on the convoy of Jamaat e Islami in Zhob.In a tweet, the President told that he called Amir Jamaat e Islami Sirajul Haq on telephone and inquired after his well being. The President said during the conversation he expressed best wishes for Sirajul… Continue reading President condemns suicide attack on Jamaat e Islami convoy
Discussion held at CPSC on Pakistan, Malaysia ties
ISLAMABAD, May 19 (APP):The China Pakistan Study Centre (CPSC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) organized an interactive virtual meeting with the International Institute of Advanced Islamic Studies (IAIS), Malaysia and discussed different aspects of relations between Pakistan and MalaysiaThe participants included ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General, ISSI; Prof. Dr. Maszlee bin Malik,… Continue reading Discussion held at CPSC on Pakistan, Malaysia ties
President Alvi urges politicians to resolve issues with sagacity, patience
ISLAMABAD, May 18 (APP): President Dr. Arif Alvi Thursday said sanity should prevail and political issues should be resolved with sagacity and patience and focus should be brought back to economic issues facing the nation.In an interview with a private television channel, he said political instability would create problems for Pakistan, adding it was good… Continue reading President Alvi urges politicians to resolve issues with sagacity, patience
HR violations rise dramatically in Indian Occupied J&K
ISLAMABAD, May 15 (APP): Human rights violations have risen dramatically in Indian administered Jammu and Kashmir since 2019 when the government of India revoked the special status of the region,” warned a UN Independent Expert, one week before a G20 meeting to be held in Srinagar. “By holding a G20 meeting of the working group… Continue reading HR violations rise dramatically in Indian Occupied J&K
ISSI, Balkan Studies Centre sign cooperation protocol
ISLAMABAD, May 15 (APP): In a virtual ceremony on Monday, the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) and Balkan Studies Centre (BSC) of the International University of Sarajevo (IUS) concluded a cooperation protocol.Signed by Director General ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood and Rector of IUS Prof. Dr. Ahmet Yildrim, this is the first Cooperation Protocol of… Continue reading ISSI, Balkan Studies Centre sign cooperation protocol
Hina Khar meets foreign ministers, discusses ways to enhance ties
ISLAMABAD, May 14 (APP): Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Hina Rabbani Khar Sunday met foreign ministers of European Union and Indo-Pacific region in Stockholm and discussed ways to enhance their bilateral cooperation with Pakistan. The meetings took place on the sidelines of European Union and Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum 2023 held in Stockholm. The minister… Continue reading Hina Khar meets foreign ministers, discusses ways to enhance ties
Hina calls for enhanced cooperation between Europe, Asia-Pacific
ISLAMABAD, May 14 (APP): Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Hina Rabbani Khar Sunday called for enhanced cooperation between Europe and Asia-Pacific particularly in trade, investment and sustainable development.She was speaking at the EU Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum in Stockholm at the invitation of the EU High representative Josep Borrell and Swedish Foreign Minister Tobias Billström.… Continue reading Hina calls for enhanced cooperation between Europe, Asia-Pacific
PM praises Naila Kiani for summiting Mount Everest
ISLAMABAD, May 14 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Sunday praised Naila Kiani for making Pakistan proud by summiting Mount Everest. In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said, “Adding yet another feather to her cap, Naila Kiani has made Pakistan proud by summiting Mount Everest. Through her passion for mountaineering and amazing achievements… Continue reading PM praises Naila Kiani for summiting Mount Everest
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