Khar, UNAMA head discuss regional affairs, Afghanistan

ISLAMABAD, Sep 9 (APP): Acting Head of United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and the Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary General (DSRSG) for Afghanistan Markup Potzel called on Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Hina Rabbani Khar here on Thursday and discussed matters of mutual interest. During the meeting, the Minister of State… Continue reading Khar, UNAMA head discuss regional affairs, Afghanistan

PM deeply grieved at passing of Queen Elizabeth II

ISLAMABAD, Sep 8 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Thursday expressed grief at the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said, “Deeply grieved at the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Pakistan joins the UK & other Commonwealth nations in mourning her death. My heartfelt… Continue reading PM deeply grieved at passing of Queen Elizabeth II

President Alvi commends navy for courage in 1965 war

The president, in a message on the occasion of Navy Day on September 8, said,“The whole nation pays tribute to the martyrs and ghazis of Pakistan Navy on the unparalleled sacrifices for the country.” On this day, during the operation Somnath, the ships of Pakistan Navy destroyed the installations at the Indian port of Dwarka… Continue reading President Alvi commends navy for courage in 1965 war

President grieved over martyrdom of officer, jawans in terror attack

ISLAMABAD, Sep 6 (APP): President Dr. Arif Alvi Monday expressed deep grief and sorrow over the martyrdom of an officer and four jawans of Pakistan army in an exchange of firing with the terrorists.In a statement, the President said the brave soldiers killed four terrorists during the operation and foiled their nefarious designs.He paid tribute… Continue reading President grieved over martyrdom of officer, jawans in terror attack

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PM eulogizes armed forces, nation for carrying forward 1965 war legacy by defeating terrorism

ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has said that it is a matter of great pride that the valiant armed forces and the brave Pakistani nation have carried forward the proud legacy of the 1965 war by successfully defeating the monsters of terrorism and extremism in their two-decade-old struggle. “Hats off also… Continue reading PM eulogizes armed forces, nation for carrying forward 1965 war legacy by defeating terrorism

Defence Day reminds us of unprecedented courage of armed forces: President

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ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi Monday said the Defence and Martyrs Day of Pakistan reminded of the unprecedented courage and matchless valour displayed by the jawans and officers of our Armed Forces who have support and backing of the entire nation.In a message on the occasion of Defence and Martyrs Day on… Continue reading Defence Day reminds us of unprecedented courage of armed forces: President

UAE launches initiative to provide relief to flood affectees in Pakistan

ABU DHABI, Sep 5 (APP): The Emirates Red Crescent Authority, Dubai Cares, and Sharjah Charity Association, in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Ministry of Community Development in the UAE, launched the “We Stand Together” volunteering initiative, which aims to assemble urgent relief kits for families affected by the… Continue reading UAE launches initiative to provide relief to flood affectees in Pakistan

PM saddened over loss of precious lives in Sichuan earthquake

ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Monday expressed sadness over the loss of precious lives as a result of the earthquake in Sichuan, China. In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said, “Deeply saddened by the loss of precious lives as a result of the earthquake in Sichuan, China.”“We offer our… Continue reading PM saddened over loss of precious lives in Sichuan earthquake

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President confers Hilal-e-Pakistan upon US Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee

ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): President Dr. Arif Alvi Monday here conferred the civil award of Hilal-e-Pakistan upon Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, in recognition of her outstanding services to Pakistan. The Congresswoman highlighted the magnitude of recent devastation due to floods, as an ardent supporter of US assistance to Pakistan in recent floods, made efforts to… Continue reading President confers Hilal-e-Pakistan upon US Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee

PM directs authorities to prepare flood control plan

ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Monday directed the authorities concerned to prepare a robust National Flood Control Plan after due diligence and consulting with international experts in the field. The Prime Minister also directed to constitute a committee to present a viable plan for the improvement of the drainage system in the… Continue reading PM directs authorities to prepare flood control plan

PM thanks Prince Rahim Aga for $10 mln aid for flood affectees

LAHORE, Sep 4 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephonic conversation with Prince Rahim Aga Khan, son of Aga Khan and discussed matters of mutual interest. Prince Rahim Aga Khan delivered to the PM a message of best wishes from Aga Khan.Prince Rahim expressed sorrow over the loss of lives and material in the… Continue reading PM thanks Prince Rahim Aga for $10 mln aid for flood affectees

Chinese delegation presents cheques to PM for flood affectees

LAHORE, Sep 4 (APP): A delegation of Chinese companies led by China’s Consul General in Pakistan Zhao Shiren called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif here Sunday and presented him cheques for the relief and rehabilitation of the flood affectees. Talking to the Chinese delegation, whose companies had made business investments in Punjab, the PM said… Continue reading Chinese delegation presents cheques to PM for flood affectees

Qatari Amir assures PM of support for flood affected people of Pakistan

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ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a telephonic conversation with Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani on Sunday and discussed matters of mutual interest. Recalling his recent visit to Qatar, the Prime Minister expressed his resolve to work relentlessly to implement the decisions taken during the… Continue reading Qatari Amir assures PM of support for flood affected people of Pakistan

PM, LCCI delegation discuss flood relief activities

LAHORE, Sep 4 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif here on Sunday met a delegation of Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) led by its President Mian Nauman Kabir and discussed the ongoing relief work for the flood affectees. The President of the chamber gave a cheque of substantial amount to the Prime Minister… Continue reading PM, LCCI delegation discuss flood relief activities

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PM thanks UAE President, PM for relief assistance to Pakistan

LAHORE, Sep 4 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Sunday here met with the Charge d’Affaires of the United Arab Emirates and discussed matters of mutual interest. On behalf of the Pakistani nation, the Prime Minister thanked the government of the United Arab Emirates for sending planeloads of goods for the flood affectees. He thanked President… Continue reading PM thanks UAE President, PM for relief assistance to Pakistan

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AJK resident Tabarak Hussain martyred in custody of Indian army

ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP): A mentally challenged resident of Azad Jammu and Kashmir Tabarak Hussain, who recently inadvertently crossed the Line of Control in Rajouri district of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir was martyred in the custody of the Indian army on Saturday. Tabarak Hussain was shot at and arrested in injured condition by… Continue reading AJK resident Tabarak Hussain martyred in custody of Indian army

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Labour leader Starmer, Gordon Brown pay tribute to Dr James Shera

ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP): Dr James Shera, a distinguished British citizen of Pakistani heritage has been highly praised by the incumbent Leader of the Labour Party and Opposition Leader Keir Starmer. In his letter, Keir acknowledged Dr James Shera’s steadfast support and dedication to the Labour Party during his half-century-long membership, his contribution to society… Continue reading Labour leader Starmer, Gordon Brown pay tribute to Dr James Shera

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PM briefs Sri Lankan President on floods in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Sep 3 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call from the President of Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremesinghe here on Saturday and discussed matters of mutual interest. President Wickremesinghe offered sympathies on the widespread devastation caused by the recent floods in Pakistan and condoled with Prime Minister Sharif on the loss of… Continue reading PM briefs Sri Lankan President on floods in Pakistan

PM thanks President Xi Jinping for assistance of RMB 400 mln for flood affectees

ISLAMABAD, Sep 3 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Saturday expressed gratitude to President of China Xi Jinping for an assistance package of RMB 400 million for flood affectees in Pakistan. In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said, “Highly grateful to H.E. President Xi Jinping for Chinese assistance package of RMB 400 million,… Continue reading PM thanks President Xi Jinping for assistance of RMB 400 mln for flood affectees

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