Author: Shumaila Andleeb

Shumaila Andleeb; Senior Reporter at Associated Press of Pakistan; covering the beats of President, Prime Minister, Foreign Office, and Special Assignments.

FM, Punjab Governor discuss Palestine issue, Islamophobia

ISLAMABAD, June 11 (APP): Governor Punjab Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar called on Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Friday and discussed with him matters including the Palestine issue and the growing trend of Islamophobia. The Governor Punjab lauded the Foreign Minister on drawing the attention of the international community towards the ongoing systematic atrocities against the… Continue reading FM, Punjab Governor discuss Palestine issue, Islamophobia

Rs 70 commemorative coin issued on 70th anniversary of Pak-China ties

This is the fourth coin issued by the State Bank of Pakistan marking the occasions relating to ties between Pakistan and China.

ISLAMABAD, June 10 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Thursday said the time-tested relationship of Pakistan and China was flourishing with each passing day, unaffected by the vicissitudes of time and changes in the regional and global environment. In his address at the issuance of commemorative coin in connection with celebrations marking 70 years… Continue reading Rs 70 commemorative coin issued on 70th anniversary of Pak-China ties

Economic Survey presented to PM a day ahead of federal budget

ISLAMABAD, June 10 (APP): Finance Minister Shaukat Tarin presented the Pakistan Economic Survey 2020-21 to Prime Minister Imran Khan in a meeting held here on Thursday. Special Assistant to PM on Revenue Waqar Masood was also present in the meeting. The federal government will announce the budget for next fiscal year on Friday.

Pakistan’s efforts for region’s peace ‘commendable’: U.S. Rep. Gregory Meeks

ISLAMBAD, June 10 (APP): U.S. House of Representative’s Chairman Foreign Affairs Committee Gregory Weldon Meeks on Thursday said the efforts of Pakistan to ensure peace and stability in the region were commendable. In a video-link meeting with Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi, U.S. Representative Meeks said Pakistan was an important country in the region. The… Continue reading Pakistan’s efforts for region’s peace ‘commendable’: U.S. Rep. Gregory Meeks

Pakistan Humanitarian Response Plan 2021 launched

ISLAMABAD, June 9 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Wednesday said Pakistan was making steady progress in achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), notwithstanding the challenges of climate change and COVID-19 pandemic. Addressing here at the joint launch event of ‘2021 Pakistan Humanitarian Response Plan, the foreign minister said the government was striving to… Continue reading Pakistan Humanitarian Response Plan 2021 launched

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PM to open first one-window Ehsaas facility in capital today

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ISLAMABAD, June 9 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan will inaugurate the first ever one-window Ehsaas Center in Islamabad today (Wednesday), which will offer an easy access to the services under same roof. The Prime Minister will be given a briefing on the working of the one-window centre, being opened at the capital’s Sitara Market. Similar… Continue reading PM to open first one-window Ehsaas facility in capital today

30 years on, Kashmiris await justice on Srinagar’s Chota bazar massacre

ISLAMABAD, June 8 (APP): The history of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) is littered with several carnages, including of Chota bazar that tells a horrendous story of violence carried out by the Indian forces with impunity. Thirty years on, the memories of Chota bazar massacre still haunt the Kashmiris whose loved ones were… Continue reading 30 years on, Kashmiris await justice on Srinagar’s Chota bazar massacre

President stresses end to fake news culture

ISLAMABAD, June 8 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Tuesday called for discouraging the culture of fake news as it created chaos in the society and misled the people. Talking to Chairman Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA), Muhammad Saleem Baig here at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the president said the media needed to play its role in… Continue reading President stresses end to fake news culture

Pak-origin family’s killing in Canada manifests rise of Islamophobia: FO Spox

ISLAMABAD, June 8 (APP): Pakistan on Tuesday strongly condeming the killing of a Pakistan-origin family in Canada said the tragic incident was yet another manifestation of the systematic rise in Islamophobia. In response to media queries, the Foreign Office Spokesperson said such incidents reinforced the imperative for the international community to work together for interfaith… Continue reading Pak-origin family’s killing in Canada manifests rise of Islamophobia: FO Spox

PM chairs cabinet meeting

ISLAMABAD, June 8 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan chaired the meeting of the federal cabinet here on Tuesday. The meeting discussed various agenda items on development projects and other issues of importance, according to the PM Office.

World must counter Islamophobia ‘holistically’: PM

ISLAMABAD, June 8 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday expressing grief over the killing of a Pakistani-origin family in Canada said the world needed to act holistically to counter Islamophobia. ,”Saddened to learn of the killing of a Muslim Pakistani-origin Canadian family in London, Ontario” he wrote in a tweet. Saddened to learn of… Continue reading World must counter Islamophobia ‘holistically’: PM

Tragic death of Pak-origin family victim of Islamophobia a ‘test case’ for Canada: FM

ISLAMABAD, June 8 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Tuesday said the death of four members of a Pakistan-origin Muslim family in Canada, linked with Islamophobia as per initial reports, was a ‘test case for the Canadian government and society’. The foreign minister said the Canadian government must play its role in restoring the… Continue reading Tragic death of Pak-origin family victim of Islamophobia a ‘test case’ for Canada: FM

PM launches national anti-polio drive

PM Imran Khan administers anti-polio vaccine to a child as he kick-started the nationwide drive against polio.

ISLAMABAD, June 7 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan launched the National Anti-Polio drive here on Monday with a goal to rid the country of crippling disease. The prime minister administered the drops of anti-polio vaccine to children aging below five years, at his Office. The federal government has chalked out a comprehensive national emergency programme… Continue reading PM launches national anti-polio drive

PM launches mobile unit for collection of applications for housing loans

In this file photo, PM Imran Khan addresses the groundbreaking ceremony of 4,000 low-cost apartments in Islamabad on April 8.

ISLAMABAD, June 7 (APP): To facilitate the general public in benefitting from the government’s low-cost housing scheme, Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday launched a mobile unit, which will act as a one-window solution to provide information and collect applications for loans. The mobile unit, in partnership with the Naya Pakistan Housing Authority and the… Continue reading PM launches mobile unit for collection of applications for housing loans

President, PM and other leaders express shock over Ghotki train accident

ISLAMABAD, June 7 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday expressed deep shock over the train accident near Daharki in Ghotki district that killed at least 30 people. In their separate messages, both extended sympathies with the victims of the train crash. President Alvi expressed sorrow ovee the loss of… Continue reading President, PM and other leaders express shock over Ghotki train accident

President orders AIOU to address grievance of student fallen victim of varsity’s neglect

ISLAMABAD, June 6 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Sunday directed the Vice Chancellor of Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) to decide the ‘hardship case’ of a student in her favour, who was declined the M.Ed degree due to maladministration of the university. The President also set aside the findings of the Wafaqi Mohtasib (Federal… Continue reading President orders AIOU to address grievance of student fallen victim of varsity’s neglect

Pakistan committed to protect environment for future generations: FS

ISLAMABAD, June 5 (APP): Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood on Saturday said Pakistan supported the global efforts to preserve nature and protect the environment for future generations. The Foreign Secretary expressed these views as he planted a sapling at the lawns of Ministry of Foreign Affairs to commemorate the World Environment Day, hosted by Pakistan. FS… Continue reading Pakistan committed to protect environment for future generations: FS

President orders Banking Mohtasib to probe into unwarranted funds transfer case

ISLAMABAD, June 5 (APP): To ensure dispensation of justice to the public over their grievances against financial bodies, President Dr Arif Alvi set aside the findings of the Banking Mohtasib for dealing with the complaint of a bank account holder in a ‘causal manner’ and without taking into account the principles of justice and required… Continue reading President orders Banking Mohtasib to probe into unwarranted funds transfer case

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