Pakistan to host 3rd D-8 Ministerial Meeting on Tourism Cooperation on August 4-5

Pakistan will host the 4th D-8 Senior Officials Meeting and 3rd D-8 Ministerial Meeting on Tourism Cooperation for the first time in country on August 4-5, 2023 at Bhurbhan, Murree.

CPEC remains at core of Pakistan-China relationship: Ambassador Sohail

ISLAMABAD, Jul 23 (APP): The transformational China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the flagship project of President Xi Jinping’s visionary Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), remained at the core of Pak-China relationship and was pivotal to Pakistan’s future economic progress and prosperity. This was stated by Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General, Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad… Continue reading CPEC remains at core of Pakistan-China relationship: Ambassador Sohail

National Day of France celebrated in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD, Jul 15 (APP): The French Embassy in Pakistan celebrated the National Day with a grand event that witnessed the participation of government officials, diplomats from various countries, members of the media, and individuals from diverse segments of society. Addressing the event, the Ambassador of France to Pakistan, Nicolas Galey acknowledged the positive trajectory of… Continue reading National Day of France celebrated in Islamabad

Militants not to be let hijack vision of peaceful, prosperous Balochistan: Speakers

QUETTA, Jul 15 (APP): People of Balochistan, who are patriotic and real owners of the province, will not let militants to hijack the vision of a peaceful and prosperous Balochistan. These views were expressed by speakers at a “Symposium: Reconciliation, A Roadmap To Peaceful Balochistan” held here at Jamali auditorium on Saturday. Senator Anwaar ul… Continue reading Militants not to be let hijack vision of peaceful, prosperous Balochistan: Speakers

APP MD visits residence of Afzal Butt to condole his mother’s demise

Managing Director Associated Press of Pakistan, Muhammad Asim Khichi on Thursday visited the residence of Afzal Butt, President of Pakistan Federal Union of Journalist (PFUJ) to condole the death of his mother.

Three-day symposium on Gandhara civilization, Buddhist heritage in Pakistan to commence on Tuesday

A three-day (July 11-13) Gandhara Symposium 2023 titled “Cultural Diplomacy: Reviving Gandhara Civilization and Buddhist Heritage in Pakistan”, will commence here on Tuesday.

Speakers for capacity building of provincial EMISs, education managers on SDG-4 data statistics

The speakers at a training session have stressed the need for capacity building of provincial/area Education Management Information Systems (EMISs) and education managers on SDG-4 data collection, analysis, reporting and use for planning & monitoring besides collaboration among stakeholders for better use of education statistics.

Youth empowerment key to development, prosperity of Pakistan: PM

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said the government was committed to empower youth of the country as empowering them was key to ensure development and prosperity of Pakistan.

APP employees host reception in honour of MD Muhammad Asim Khichi

ISLAMABAD, Jun 24 (APP): Managing Director Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) Muhammad Asim Khichi on has urged APP staffers particularly those in editorial cadre to work with more dedication and professionalism to help further excel the premier news in the current era of social and digital media. Speaking at a dinner reception hosted in his… Continue reading APP employees host reception in honour of MD Muhammad Asim Khichi

PM Shehbaz attends dinner hosted by French President

PARIS, Jun 23 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif here on Thursday attended the dinner hosted by President Emmanuel Macron for the Heads of State/Government attending the New Global Financing Pact Summit. The Prime Minister was received by the French President and First Lady upon arrival at Élysée Palace.

Free eye camp set up by Pak-Afghan forum performs 253 surgeries at Kabul hospital

A free eye camp set up by Pak Afghan Cooperation Forum (PACF) in collaboration with Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan has performed surgeries on 253 Afghan nationals in the capital Kabul.

Pakistan, Russia sign MoU on exchange of statistical data on mutual trade

Pakistan and the Russian Federal on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation between Pakistan Customs and Russia’s Federal Customs Service on Exchange of Statistical Data on Mutual Trade.

PM Shehbaz, First Minister of Scotland agree to strengthen bilateral ties in diverse areas

LONDON, May 07 (APP): First Minister of Scotland, Humza Yousaf called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif here on Sunday. Felicitating the First Minister on his election to this important position, the Prime Minister observed that Mr. Yousaf’s election underscored the important and positive contribution of the British Pakistani community to the progress and development… Continue reading PM Shehbaz, First Minister of Scotland agree to strengthen bilateral ties in diverse areas

PM congratulates Pakistan cricket team on securing top slot in ICC rankings

ISLAMABAD, May 05 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday congratulated Pakistan cricket team on securing a top slot in ICC rankings by defeating New Zealand in the 4th One Day International match. “Today is a great day as Pakistan has become the top-ranked ODI cricket team. The manner in which the Green Shirts have… Continue reading PM congratulates Pakistan cricket team on securing top slot in ICC rankings

PM chairs consultative meeting of ruling alliance on constitutional, legal matters

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP): A high-level consultative meeting of the ruling alliance held here Wednesday evening with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in chair discussed the country’s overall situation and the future strategy on constitutional and legal matters. The meeting, after consultation on their already stated stance of holding general elections in the country on the… Continue reading PM chairs consultative meeting of ruling alliance on constitutional, legal matters

Pakistan’s Shehroze, Naila hoist country’s flag on Mt. Annapurna 1

:Pakistani climbers, Shehroze Kashif and Naila Kiani made the nation proud again when on Monday they hoisted the country’s flag on Mt. Annapurna 1 (8091), the world’s 10th highest mountain, situated in Gandaki province of Nepal.

Pakistani student promoting Pak-China traditional friendship through vlogs

BEIJING, Apr 16 (APP): A young Pakistani student is promoting precious and traditional friendship between Pakistan and China by showing culture, food and daily life in China through her vlogs. Studying at Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU), Mahzaib Abbassi has been in China for a long time, almost seven years. “Through my vlogs, our… Continue reading Pakistani student promoting Pak-China traditional friendship through vlogs

PM, MNAs discuss overall political situation

Members of National Assembly (MNAs) Waheed Alam and Syed Agha Rafiullah separately called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif here on Thursday.

Jadhav remains a living proof of Indian hostility, state-sponsored terrorism against Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Mar 02 (APP): As Kulbhushan Jadhav remains a living proof of Indian hostility and state-sponsored terrorism against Pakistan, the world must take notice of Indian inimical designs and policy of aggression against its neighbors. Kulbhushan Jadhav, alias Hussain Mubarek Patel, an Indian (spy) terrorist, was apprehended on 3 March 2016 during a counter-intelligence operation… Continue reading Jadhav remains a living proof of Indian hostility, state-sponsored terrorism against Pakistan

Pakistan extends condolences over train accident in Hellenic Republic

Pakistan on Wednesday extended its deepest condolences and sympathies to the Government and people of Hellenic Republic over the loss of precious lives in the tragic train accident near the city of Larissa, Greece.

Author: Shahid Saleem