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ISLAMABAD, Aug 25 (APP):Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser Tuesday said that parliamentary diplomacy and Inter Parliamentary contacts were of undeniable importance to counter the challenges faced by the modern world. He said that Parliaments being the representative of the people needed to be proactive and collaborative to meet the socio-economic need of the masses. He… Continue reading Inter Parliamentary contacts vital for resolution of issues: Speaker NA

ISLAMABAD, Aug 25 (APP):The government on Tuesday decided not to give any concession to former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, currently abroad even after expiry of his bail, saying that all were entitled to similar treatment under the rule of law. The federal cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Imran Khan categorically stated that “the government would… Continue reading Govt decides ‘no concession for Nawaz Sharif as all equal before law’

ISLAMABAD, Aug 25 (APP):National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser on Tuesday formed a task force to devise a practical strategy for enhancing farmers’ access to affordable production loans to raise agricultural productivity. He stated that agriculture sector constituted almost 19% of Pakistan’s economy.However, there was wide gap between what agriculture contributed to the national economy and… Continue reading NA Speaker forms task force for farmers financial inclusion

ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP):Prime Minister’s Special Assistant on National Security and Strategic Policy Planning Dr Moeed Yusuf Monday said that Indian forces have grossly trampled human rights in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) depriving and denying the people of the Valley access to basic facilities and have turned IIOJK into an open… Continue reading Indian forces trample human rights in IIOJK: Moeed

ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP):Foreign Minister, Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Monday said Pakistan and China would “act collectively to protect mutual strategic interests” and vowed to continue the CPEC project (China Pakistan Economic Corridor) despite criticism. “Our strategic compass is set in right direction and joint efforts would be made to promote peace, development and prosperity in… Continue reading Pakistan, China firm to ‘act collectively’ on mutual strategic interests: FM

ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP):The National Assembly (NA) on Monday passed four important legislative proposals and rejected all amendments moved by the opposition lawmakers on two bills. Advisor to Prime Minister on Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Babar Awan move the Limited Liability Partnership (Amendment) Bill, 2020; the Companies (Amendment) Bill, 2020; the Islamabad Capital Territory Waqf Properties… Continue reading NA passes four government bills

ISLAMABAD, Aug 24 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan Monday said that Pakistan accorded great importance to strengthening its relations with China as both countries had shared destiny. He further said that strengthening of business-to-business ties of the people of the two countries, was a foremost priority.  The prime minister was talking to a delegation of 10… Continue reading Strengthening of business ties between Pakistan, China, a foremost priority: PM

ISLAMABAD, Aug 22 (APP): Director General Strategic Plans Division (SPD) Lt. Gen. Nadeem Zaki Manj Saturday called on Prime Minister Imran Khan. The DG SPD briefed the prime minister regarding initiatives of the Strategic Plans Division. The prime minister appreciated the role and contribution of SPD.

ISLAMABAD, Aug 21 (APP):Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz Friday said the government would use all available legal options for bringing Nawaz Sharif back from London to face cases in the courts of law. The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) would be asked to write to the British government through the Foreign Office for… Continue reading Govt to exercise all legal options to bring Nawaz back: Shibli

ISLAMABAD, Aug 21 (APP):Minister for National Food Security and Research, Syed Fakhar Imam along with Coordinator National Locust Control Center (NLCC) Lieutenant General Moazzam Ejaz on Friday visited pest effected areas of District Tharparkar Sindh. According to the press release, Senior officials of the concern departments briefed them about the prevailing situation and measures being… Continue reading Food Security Minister visit NLCC Tharparkar

ISLAMABAD, Aug 21 (APP):Members National Assembly (MNA)  on Friday profusely paid  tribute to seasoned politician and chief of National Party Senator Mir Hisal Bizenjo for his contribution for strengthening of democracy and parliamentary system. At the outset of the session, Deputy Speaker Qasim Khan Suri  suspended proceedings of the house on demand of lawmakers who… Continue reading NA pays tribute to late Hasil Bizenjo

ISLAMABAD, Aug 21 (APP):Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz Friday said Pakistan and Saudi Arabia’s relations would remain steadfast as ever and we were determined to further building up these historic fraternal ties. He said this in a  meeting with Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Malki here. The ambassador was accompanied by… Continue reading Pak-Saudi ties to remain steadfast as ever: Shibli