Pakistan’s Ambassador presents credentials to European Council President

BRUSSELS, Oct 9 (APP): Pakistan’s Ambassador to Belgium, Luxembourg, and the European Union, Amna Baloch, officially presented her credentials to President of the European Council, Mr. Charles Michel, at a ceremony held in Brussels. Ambassador Baloch extended cordial greetings and well-wishes on behalf of the President and the Prime Minister of Pakistan. In response, President… Continue reading Pakistan’s Ambassador presents credentials to European Council President

PCI receives hundreds of entries for photography competition on CPEC, BRI projects in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Oct 5 (APP): A nationwide photography competition, launched to showcase the progress of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), a flagship project under China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), was gaining momentum as Pakistan-China Institute (PCI) has received hundreds of entries for the contest. Closing date for receipt of photographs to be included in the… Continue reading PCI receives hundreds of entries for photography competition on CPEC, BRI projects in Pakistan

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Saudi Orchestra bid farewell to guests of World Heritage in Riyadh

RIYADH, Sep 23 (APP): Saudi National Commission for Education, Culture and Science held a ceremony in honor of the parties participating in hosting the work of the World Heritage Committee in its 45th expanded session held in Riyadh, in the presence of a large crowd of UNESCO guests and officials in the cultural and media… Continue reading Saudi Orchestra bid farewell to guests of World Heritage in Riyadh

Canada exposes India’s ugly face of extremist, racist India: Muhsaal

NANKANA SAHIB, Sep 22 (APP):Caretaker Federal Minister for Human Rights, Mushaal Hussein Mullick on Friday said Canada has exposed the ugly face of extremist and racist India targetting Sikh community across the world. The interim minister on the directions of the Prime Minister visited Nankana Sahib to express solidarity with the Sikh community. Mullick said,… Continue reading Canada exposes India’s ugly face of extremist, racist India: Muhsaal

NACTA actively engaged in developing mechanisms to strategize solutions to growing intolerance: Rai Tahir

ISLAMABAD, Sep 21 (APP):National Coordinator, National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA), Muhammad Tahir Rai Thursday said the authority was actively engaged in developing mechanisms to strategize solutions for prevailing issue of growing intolerance in the country. He was addressing the four-day National Peace Festival organized by NACTA in commemoration of United Nations International Day of Peace… Continue reading NACTA actively engaged in developing mechanisms to strategize solutions to growing intolerance: Rai Tahir

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KP Assembly outperforms other provincial assemblies in legislative business during 2018-23: PILDAT

ISLAMABAD, Sep 21 (APP):  Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly outranked all other provincial assemblies in terms of legislation by passing a total of 188 bills during 2018-23, followed by Punjab Assembly  (180 bills), Sindh Assembly (149 bills) and Balochistan Assembly (96 bill). Balochistan Assembly was the only provincial assembly to complete its five-year term until August 12,… Continue reading KP Assembly outperforms other provincial assemblies in legislative business during 2018-23: PILDAT

Modi has a long ‘rap sheet’ of HR abuses: Mushaal

ISLAMABAD, Sep 20 (APP): Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Human Rights and Women Empowerment Mashaal Hussain Malik has stated that the fascist Narendra Modi-led Indian government had unleashed a reign of terror and was committing war crimes in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). Inaugurating the Free Dastarkhwan and Free Healthcare society… Continue reading Modi has a long ‘rap sheet’ of HR abuses: Mushaal

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Saudi Arabia, UNESCO launch “Dive into Heritage” initiative to promote, conserve world heritage sites for future generations

ISLAMABAD, Sep 20 (APP): At the extended 45th session of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s (UNESCO’s) World Heritage Committee in Riyadh this week, Saudi Arabia and UNESCO organized a side event on the “Dive into Heritage” initiative. This groundbreaking project will leverage digital technologies to explore and conserve UNESCO World Heritage sites… Continue reading Saudi Arabia, UNESCO launch “Dive into Heritage” initiative to promote, conserve world heritage sites for future generations

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FM Jilani meets Prince Edward; discusses Pakistan-UK ties

LONDON, Sep 14 (APP): Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani had an audience with Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh here at St James’s Palace, reinforcing Pak-UK friendship. The two sides exchanged views about the existing frateral ties between Pakistan and the United Kingdom. The Foreign Minister conveyed good wishes from the government and people of Pakistan… Continue reading FM Jilani meets Prince Edward; discusses Pakistan-UK ties

Wafaqi Mohtasib Ejaz Ahmad Qureshi re-elected as President of Asian Ombudsman Association

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ISLAMABAD, Sep 10 (APP): Wafaqi Mohtasib Ejaz Ahmad Qureshi was re-elected unopposed as President of the Asian Ombudsman Association (AOA) at Kazan (Republic of Tatarstan) on Monday. The elections to the various positions in the AOA Board of Directors were held at the 17th Meeting of the General Assembly. In addition to the election of… Continue reading Wafaqi Mohtasib Ejaz Ahmad Qureshi re-elected as President of Asian Ombudsman Association

Pakistan envoy presents `Certificate of Appreciation’ to exceptional GCSE achiever Mahnoor Cheema

LONDON, Sep 5 (APP): High Commissioner Dr. Mohammad Faisal on Tuesday awarded a ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ to the outstanding British Pakistani student, Mahnoor Cheema, in recognition of her extraordinary accomplishments in the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) examinations. Mahnoor’s exceptional achievement of passing 34 subjects with high grades has set an international benchmark for… Continue reading Pakistan envoy presents `Certificate of Appreciation’ to exceptional GCSE achiever Mahnoor Cheema

SIFC continues to steer investment related initiatives at fast pace

ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP): The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) continues to steer investment related initiatives at fast pace through exhaustive engagements involving all stakeholders. Accordingly, 4th meeting of its Executive Committee (Functional Tier) was held on Monday with the objectives to remove bottlenecks and improve overall investment environment. The meeting was chaired by Minister… Continue reading SIFC continues to steer investment related initiatives at fast pace

Govt to come up with plan to resolve issue of electricity bills : PM

ISLAMABAD, Sep 04 (APP): Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Sunday said the government would come up with short, medium and long-term plans to resolve the issue of electricity bills and initiate reforms in the power sector. In an interview with a private television, he also assured that the government would implement a plan for the… Continue reading Govt to come up with plan to resolve issue of electricity bills : PM

Balochistan government expresses disappointment over politicization of missing persons’ issue

QUETTA, Aug 31 (APP): The Balochistan government on Thursday expressed deep disappointment over the continued politicization of the issue of missing persons. “The government firmly advises against exploiting this sensitive matter for political gains”, a statement issued here said. The government’s statement comes in response to certain political parties who have raised the issue of… Continue reading Balochistan government expresses disappointment over politicization of missing persons’ issue

Prince Ali releases Sohni Dharti Series of digital art work on Independence Day

ISLAMABAD, Aug 14 (APP): Prince Ali Ahmedzai of Kalat has released Sohni Dharti Series of his digital art work on the occasion of 76th anniversary of Pakistan’s Independence. Prince Ali, the grandson of Khan of Kalat and Jam Ghulam Qadir, remained Nazim of Hub, Balochistan and is currently running two digital labs, one each in… Continue reading Prince Ali releases Sohni Dharti Series of digital art work on Independence Day

‘We gained freedom after great struggle, know how to defend it’: COAS

Rawalpindi, Aug 14 (APP): Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Syed Asim Munir on Monday while addressing, the Azadi, Parade at Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul ardently said, “We gained freedom after a great struggle and we know how to defend it.” The Army Chief in his address at the PMA, Kakul, Azadi, Parade held… Continue reading ‘We gained freedom after great struggle, know how to defend it’: COAS

Sindh CM Advisor breaks ground for constructing new building for 1122 service in Badin

BADIN, Aug 05 (APP): The establishment of emergency service 1122 station in Distt Badin is a milestoneachievement and indicates the commitment of Sindh government to combat the disasters to ensure a safer and risk-free living to inhabitants in the whole province. This was stated by Advisor to CM Sindh for Relief and Rehabilitation Haji Rasul… Continue reading Sindh CM Advisor breaks ground for constructing new building for 1122 service in Badin

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Chinese delegation visits Margalla Station, reviews Green Line Train development

ISLAMABAD, Aug 03 (APP):A delegation from the China Media Group visited Margalla Railway Station Islamabad to see the development of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects, especially the Green Line Train, as part of the 10 years of celebrations of CPEC. The visit was organized on Thursday to highlight the advanced Chinese technology and expertise used… Continue reading Chinese delegation visits Margalla Station, reviews Green Line Train development

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