U.S. amb-at-large for religious freedom calls on FM Jilani, FS Qazi

ISLAMABAD, Oct 23 (APP): United States Ambassadr-at-Large for International Religious Freedom Rashad Hussain called on Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani and Foreign Secretary Syrus Sajjad Qazi here on Monday. In a meeting that took place here at the Foreign Office, FM Jilani reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to the protection and promotion of human rights at home… Continue reading U.S. amb-at-large for religious freedom calls on FM Jilani, FS Qazi

Pakistan ready to work with ASEAN states on confidence-building, conflict prevention: FM

ISLAMABAD, Oct 23 (APP): Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani on Monday terming a peaceful and stable Asia Pacific a priority said Pakistan stands ready to work with the member states of ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) for attaining the goals of confidence-building and conflict prevention. Speaking at the inauguration of the ASEAN Corner at… Continue reading Pakistan ready to work with ASEAN states on confidence-building, conflict prevention: FM

PM orders expediting PIA’s privatization process

ISLAMABAD, Oct 23 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Monday directed the authorities concerned to expedite the process of privatization of the national flag career, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). Chairing a review meeting on the financial crisis of PIA, the prime minister stressed the finalization of the privatization process within stipulated time. The prime… Continue reading PM orders expediting PIA’s privatization process

FM to attend SCO meeting in Kyrgyzstan on Oct 26

ISLAMABAD, Oct 23 (APP): Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani will lead the Pakistani delegation to the 22nd meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of Government (CHG) on October 26. The foreign minister’s visit is taking place at the invitation of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic… Continue reading FM to attend SCO meeting in Kyrgyzstan on Oct 26

Pakistan, China jointly call for ceasefire to end Israel-Palestine tension

ISLAMABAD, Oct 20 (APP): Pakistan and China on Friday expressed deep concern over the current escalation of tensions and violence between Palestine and Israel, and called for an immediate ceasefire. In a joint statement issued at the conclusion of Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar’s visit to China, both sides reiterated that the fundamental way out of… Continue reading Pakistan, China jointly call for ceasefire to end Israel-Palestine tension

China cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy, anchor of regional peace: PM

URUMQI, Oct 20 (APP): Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Friday met Ma Xingrui, member of the Politburo of Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CCPC) and Party Secretary of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region and underscored Pakistan’s commitment to friendship with China. The Prime Minister emphasized that relationship with China was the cornerstone of… Continue reading China cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy, anchor of regional peace: PM

Pakistan’s humanitarian aid to Gaza lands in Egypt

CAIRO (EGYPT), Oct 20 (APP): A special aircraft carrying 81 tons of humanitarian and medical aid from Pakistan for the brotherly people of Palestine in Gaza arrived at El-Arish International airport on Friday. Pakistan’s Ambassdor to Egypt Sajid Bilal handed over the aid to Egyptian Red Crescent Society for its onward delivery to Palestinian Red… Continue reading Pakistan’s humanitarian aid to Gaza lands in Egypt

Pakistan to work with China on GB- Xinjiang economic linkages: PM

URUMQI (China), Oct 20 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Friday said Pakistan aimed to utilize the position of China’s Xinjiang province as an “important node” of the economic corridor between the two countries. In this regard, he said, Pakistan would jointly work with China to identify the respective strengths of Gilgit Baltistan and… Continue reading Pakistan to work with China on GB- Xinjiang economic linkages: PM

PM to spend busy day in Urumqi today

URUMQI (China), Oct 20 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar will spend a busy day in Urumqi today, the PM Office said Friday. The prime minister flew to Urumqi on Thursday evening from Beijing, where he attended the Third Belt and Road Forum and held sidelines meetings with the Chinese leadership and other foreign dignitaries.… Continue reading PM to spend busy day in Urumqi today

PM condoles death of renowned lawyer S.M. Zafar

ISLAMABAD, Oct 19 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Thursday expressed grief over the death of renowned lawyer and former senator Syed Muhammad Zafar. The prime minister prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace and for the grant of patience to the bereaved family. S.M. Zafar passed away in Lahore on Thursday… Continue reading PM condoles death of renowned lawyer S.M. Zafar

Pakistan sends 100 tons humanitarian aid for Palestinians via Egypt

ISLAMABAD, Oct 19 (APP): Pakistan on Thursday sent humanitarian assistance for the people of Palestine including medicine, tents, and blankets. A chartered aircraft carrying 100 tons of essential medical supplies, tents, and blankets departed from Islamabad for Egypt this afternoon, the Foreign Office said. From Egypt, the supplies will be transferred to the people of… Continue reading Pakistan sends 100 tons humanitarian aid for Palestinians via Egypt

Pakistan, Maldives’ envoys in Brussels focus on strong bilateral ties

BRUSSELS, Oct 19 (APP): Pakistan’s Ambassador to Belgium Amna Baloch on Thursday met Maldives’ envoy Omar Abdul Razzak in Brussels and discussed ways to strengthen bilateral ties between their countries. Both the ambassadors stressed enhanced people-to-people contacts and reaffirmed their commitment to continue collaboration in areas of mutual interest.

OIC calls for immediate cessation of Israeli aggression against Palestinians

JEDDAH, Oct 19 (APP): The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has called for an immediate cessation of the barbaric aggression of the Israeli occupation forces against the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, stressing its rejection of calls to displace the population of the Gaza Strip. In a joint communiqué following the OIC’s extraordinary meeting… Continue reading OIC calls for immediate cessation of Israeli aggression against Palestinians

World’s silence on flagrant human rights violations in Gaza ‘unfortunate’: Pak Envoy

PARIS, Oct 19 (APP): Pakistan’s Ambassador to France Asim Iftikhar Ahmad on Thursday termed ‘unfortunate’ the silence over repeated and flagrant violation of international humanitarian law against innocent civilians in the occupied Palestinian territories. Speaking at the 217th session of the UNESCO Executive Board on Palestine, he said the 15-year long illegal blockade of Gaza… Continue reading World’s silence on flagrant human rights violations in Gaza ‘unfortunate’: Pak Envoy

World’s silence on flagrant human rights violations in Gaza ‘unfortunate’: Envoy

PARIS, Oct 19 (APP): Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad on Thursday termed as unfortunate the silence over repeated and flagrant violation of international humanitarian law against innocent civilians in the occupied Palestinian territories. Speaking at the 217th session of the UNESCO Executive Board on Palestine, he said the 15 year long illegal blockade of Gaza had… Continue reading World’s silence on flagrant human rights violations in Gaza ‘unfortunate’: Envoy

Early diagnosis crucial to save 35,000 breast cancer deaths in Pakistan every year: President

ISLAMABAD, Oct 19 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Thursday said more than 100,000 women in Pakistan were diagnosed with breast cancer every year, of which 35,000 could not survive due to detection of the disease at late stages. He said the diagnosis of breast cancer at stage 1 had higher survival rates compared to stages… Continue reading Early diagnosis crucial to save 35,000 breast cancer deaths in Pakistan every year: President

PM updates Chinese mining firms of Pakistan’s pro-investment policies

BEIJING, Oct 19 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Thursday said Pakistan was offering Chinese companies and the world an opportunity for investment in mining and metallurgy sectors with high productivity yields. The prime minister expressed these views as he met Chairman Minmentals Weng Zuliang and Chairman China Metallurgical Group Corporation Chen Jianuang in… Continue reading PM updates Chinese mining firms of Pakistan’s pro-investment policies

PM to meet China’s Xi Jinping in Beijing today

BEIJING, Oct 19 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing today, the PM Office said Thursday. The meeting will take place on the sidelines of Third Belt and Road Forum, which was opened by President Xi on Wednesday. PM Kakar will also meet the Communist Party’s Minister for… Continue reading PM to meet China’s Xi Jinping in Beijing today

Pakistan committed to work with China, regional partners on goals of open global economy, connectivity: PM

BEIJING, Oct 18 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Wednesday said Pakistan was committed to working with China and other regional partners in achieving the ideals of an open global economy and promoting connectivity on a trans-continental scale. “With shared responsibility and by embracing the vision of working together, we can create a brighter,… Continue reading Pakistan committed to work with China, regional partners on goals of open global economy, connectivity: PM

President condemns Israel attack on Gaza hospital; calls for immediate ceasefire

ISLAMABAD, Oct 18 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Wednesday strongly condemning the brutal Israeli attack on Al-Ahly Al-Mamadany Hospital in Gaza, called upon the international community to hold Israel accountable for its war crimes. Demanding an early ceasefire, he said only a two-state solution with an independent Palestine can solve Israel’s festering criminality in the… Continue reading President condemns Israel attack on Gaza hospital; calls for immediate ceasefire

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