ISLAMABAD, April 22 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Thursday said Pakistan highly valued its ties with Saudi Arabia and wanted to further strengthen bilateral relations in diverse fields. Talking to Pakistan’s ambassador-designate to Saudi Arabia Lt Gen (retd) Bilal Akbar here at the Aiwan-e-Sadr, the president said the two countries shared bonds of history,… Continue reading Pakistan highly values ties with Saudi Arabia: President
Author: Shumaila Andleeb
Shumaila Andleeb; Senior Reporter at Associated Press of Pakistan; covering the beats of President, Prime Minister, Foreign Office, and Special Assignments.
President, PM vow not to let terrorism resurface in country
ISLAMABAD, April 22 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday strongly condemning the terrorist attack in Quetta vowed not to let such cowardly incidents disturb the peace of country. President Dr Alvi said “enemies of the nation” wanted to create in the country unrest through their nefarious designs. He said… Continue reading President, PM vow not to let terrorism resurface in country
Pakistan, Iran ties have entered into new era of development: FM
TEHRAN (Iran), April 22 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Thursday said the relations between Pakistan and Iran had taken a new turn in the direction of positivity and cooperation. In a video statement issued on the conclusion of his visit to the Iranian capital, the foreign minister said the fraternal relations between the… Continue reading Pakistan, Iran ties have entered into new era of development: FM
PM directs Interior ministry for in-depth investigation into Quetta blast
ISLAMABAD, April 22 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday directed the Ministry of Interior to hold an in-depth investigation into the bomb blast incident that took place in Quetta on Wednesday. Strongly condemning the incident, the prime minister ordered to consider all aspects while carrying out the investigation. According to PM Office, the prime… Continue reading PM directs Interior ministry for in-depth investigation into Quetta blast
Pakistan values Turkey’s efforts for Afghan peace: FO Spox
ISLAMABAD, April 21 (APP): Pakistan on Wednesday said it valued Turkey’s efforts for peace and stability in Afghanistan and expressed hope that the Afghan parties would not miss the opportunity to work out an inclusive, broad-based and comprehensive political settlement, during next finalization of meeting. Responding to media queries on the postponement of Afghan Peace… Continue reading Pakistan values Turkey’s efforts for Afghan peace: FO Spox
Pakistan proud custodian of Buddhist holy relics: President
ISLAMABAD, April 22 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Wednesday said Pakistan was home to the Gandhara Buddhist heritage and was a proud custodian of some of the most sacred relics of Buddha. Talking to a delegation of Sri Lankan Buddhist monks who called on him here at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the president said there existed the… Continue reading Pakistan proud custodian of Buddhist holy relics: President
Pakistan, Iran agree to strengthen parliamentary ties
TEHRAN (Iran), April 21 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi and Chairman Pakistan-Iran Parliamentary Friendship Group Ahmad Amirabadi Farahani on Wednesday emphasized the need for mobilizing the parliamentary friendship groups of their countries. Foreign Minister Qureshi in a meeting with the Chairman Pak-Iran Parliamentary Friendship Group here at Tehran National Parliament House said Pakistan valued… Continue reading Pakistan, Iran agree to strengthen parliamentary ties
Govt’s health insurance to encourage private sector expand medical network: PM
PESHAWAR, April 21 (APP): Prime Minister Iman Khan on Wednesday said health insurance by the government would encourage private sector to build hospitals and expand the scope of medical facilities in the country. Addressing here at the inauguration of new block at Khyber Teaching Hospital, the prime minister said development of health network would facilitate… Continue reading Govt’s health insurance to encourage private sector expand medical network: PM
Revolution in tourism, agriculture to boost economy: PM
Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said the government was focused on bringing a revolution in tourism and agriculture by revamping the sectors on modern lines. Addressing at the inauguration of Peshawar-Dara Adam Khel road and the groundbreaking of Chitral-Shindur road, the prime minister said proper infrastructure and roads would make the connecting areas a… Continue reading Revolution in tourism, agriculture to boost economy: PM
Iran president expresses desire to strengthen ties with Pakistan
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Wednesday expressed his country’s commitment to further enhance bilateral relations with Pakistan in trade, investment, liaison and border management. The views were expressed as Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi called on the Iranian president at the Presidential Palace in Tehran, the Foreign Office said. The foreign minister, on behalf of… Continue reading Iran president expresses desire to strengthen ties with Pakistan
Govt’s affordable housing projects to benefit weaker segments: PM
NOWSHERA, April 21 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday terming provision of shelter to the common man as a basic responsibility of the State said the government’s low-cost housing projects would benefit the weaker segment of society. Addressing here at the foundation-stone laying ceremony of Jalozai Apartments for low-income groups, the prime minister said… Continue reading Govt’s affordable housing projects to benefit weaker segments: PM
PM receives reply from Tunisian president on letter seeking action against Islamophobia
ISLAMABAD, April 21 (APP): President of Tunisia Kais Saied has sent a letter to Prime Minister Imran Khan in response to his earlier letter seeking a joint action by the Muslim world to counter Islamophobia. Tunisian Ambassador Borhene El Kamel handed over the letter to the prime minister as he paid a call on him… Continue reading PM receives reply from Tunisian president on letter seeking action against Islamophobia
FM arrives in Iran to hold talks with leadership
TEHRAN (Iran), April 20 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi arrived here in Iran’s capital on a three-day official visit on Tuesday at the invitation of Foreign Minister Dr. Javad Zarif. Director General of Ministry of Foreign Affairs Syed Rasool Moosavi, Pakistan’s ambassador in Tehran Raheem Hayat Qureshi and senior officials received the foreign minister.… Continue reading FM arrives in Iran to hold talks with leadership
On President’s directive, FIO gives Rs 2.13 bln relief to policyholders in 2020
ISLAMABAD, April 20 (APP): On the directive of President Dr Arif Alvi, the Federal Insurance Ombudsman (FIO) has provided a monetary relief of Rs. 2.13 billion to the aggrieved policyholders during 2020. This was highlighted by Federal Insurance Ombudsman Dr Muhammad Khawar Jameel as he presented the FIO Annual Report to President Alvi in… Continue reading On President’s directive, FIO gives Rs 2.13 bln relief to policyholders in 2020
FM to visit Iran today
ISLAMABAD, April 20 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi is paying a three-day official visit to Iran from today (Tuesday) at the invitation of Foreign Minister Dr. Javad Zarif. In a video statement prior his departure from Untied Arab Emirates to Iran on Tuesday, the foreign minister said important regional matters would come under discussion… Continue reading FM to visit Iran today
Qureshi, UAE FM agree to strengthen cooperation in diverse areas
ABU DHABI, April 20 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and foreign Minister of United Arab Emirates Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan have reaffirmed their desire to further strengthen cordial relations between their countries in diverse fields. The two sides reviewed the entire gamut of bilateral relations, discussing ways to enhance cooperation in diverse… Continue reading Qureshi, UAE FM agree to strengthen cooperation in diverse areas
PM vows to lead strong int’l campaign against blasphemy, says some religious, political parties ‘misusing’ Islam
ISLAMABAD, April 19 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday announced to lead a strong campaign at international level along with the heads of Muslim countries to jointly fight blasphemy of Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be Upon Him). On issue of blasphemy, he said, some political and religious parties in the country were “misusing” Islam… Continue reading PM vows to lead strong int’l campaign against blasphemy, says some religious, political parties ‘misusing’ Islam
Remodeling lives out of mosques as per Sunnah direly needed: PM
ISLAMABAD, April 15 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday said practicing the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon Him) in everyday life was need of the hour to bring a positive reformation in the society. “Remodeling our lives out of mosques and connecting with the way of life of the ‘greatest personality’ (PBUH)… Continue reading Remodeling lives out of mosques as per Sunnah direly needed: PM
Housing sector’s promotion to strengthen national economy, industrial growth: PM
SARGODHA, April 14 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said the government’s special focus on housing and construction sector would strengthen national economy, stabilize industrial growth and generate employment for youth. Addressing at the foundation-laying ceremony of affordable housing project under the Naya Pakistan Housing Program in Sargodha district, the prime minister said promotion… Continue reading Housing sector’s promotion to strengthen national economy, industrial growth: PM
PM lays foundation-stone of low-cost houses in Sargodha
Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday laid the foundation-stone of a low-cost housing project under the Naya Pakistan Housing Program in Sargodha district. Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar and senior officials were present at the occasion. The prime minister was given a briefing about the project under which a total of 1,175 houses measuring… Continue reading PM lays foundation-stone of low-cost houses in Sargodha
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