PM urges int’l community to stand in solidarity with Afghan people

ISLAMABAD, Sep 6 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday stressed that the international community must stand in solidarity with the Afghan people, undertake positive engagement, and create incentives for ensuring sustainable peace, stability and economic development in Afghanistan. The prime minister said Pakistan had suffered enormously due to protracted conflict and instability in Afghanistan. “As… Continue reading PM urges int’l community to stand in solidarity with Afghan people

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PM directs Power Division to save consumers from load management

ISLAMABAD, Sep 6 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday directed Power Division to employ technology to save paying consumers from load-management in low recovery grids. Prime Minister Imran Khan issued these directives while chairing the 48th meeting of the Council of Common Interests (CCI) here. The meeting was attended by Federal Ministers Hammad Azhar, Dr.… Continue reading PM directs Power Division to save consumers from load management

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Legendary Noor Jehan infused new spirit of patriotism, motivated armed forces in 1965 war: Ambassador

PESHAWAR, Sep 06 (APP):Former Ambassador of Pakistan, Manzoor-ul-Haq here on Monday said Melody Queen, Noor Jehan was a legendry female singer of the subcontinent, who infused a new spirit of patriotism in the entire nation and motivated armed forces of Pakistan during 1965 war. Talking to APP, he said history of 65 war would remain… Continue reading Legendary Noor Jehan infused new spirit of patriotism, motivated armed forces in 1965 war: Ambassador

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PM says, India will have to give Kashmiris their due right to self-determination; sooner the better

ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan has stated that India will have to give Kashmiris their due right to self-determination, under the UN Security Council resolutions; sooner the better. “On our part, we will continue to expose the real face of radicalized India”, Imran Khan said in his message on the occasion of… Continue reading PM says, India will have to give Kashmiris their due right to self-determination; sooner the better

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Pakistan fully cognizant of developments in neighbourhood, prepared to thwart any plot hatched to hamper peace: President

ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): President Dr. Arif Alvi has stated that Pakistan being fully cognizant of developments in its neighborhood was committed to securing peace, and prepared to thwart any plot hatched to hamper peace. “This brave nation will never compromise on our sovereignty, security and territorial integrity”, Dr Alvi said in his message on… Continue reading Pakistan fully cognizant of developments in neighbourhood, prepared to thwart any plot hatched to hamper peace: President

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Pakistan prepared to thwart any plot to hamper peace: President

ISLAMABAD, Sep 05 (APP): President Dr. Arif Alvi has stated that Pakistan, being fully cognizant of developments in its neighborhood, was committed to securing peace, and prepared to thwart any plot hatched to hamper peace. “This brave nation will never compromise on our sovereignty, security and territorial integrity”, Dr Alvi said in his message on… Continue reading Pakistan prepared to thwart any plot to hamper peace: President

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FM of Italy due tonight for two-day visit of Pakistan: FO

ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): Foreign Minister of Italy, Luigi Di Maio, will visit Pakistan on 5-6 September 2021, a Foreign Office statement issued here on Sunday said. During talks between the two Foreign Ministers, views will be exchanged on the latest developments in Afghanistan. Matters pertaining to bilateral relations will also be part of the… Continue reading FM of Italy due tonight for two-day visit of Pakistan: FO

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Ambassador Imtiaz briefs Japnese media, think tanks about emerging situation in Pakistan’s neighbourhood

Tokyo, Sep 5 (APP): Ambassador Imtiaz Ahmad hosted a briefing session for representatives of prominent Japanese media and think tanks regarding current international issues and emerging situation in Pakistan’s neighbourhood. Ambassador Ahmad briefed the group on a range of vital foreign policy issues particularly peace and stability in the region in the rapidly evolving scenario,… Continue reading Ambassador Imtiaz briefs Japnese media, think tanks about emerging situation in Pakistan’s neighbourhood

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PM talks to Emir of Qatar, says after 40 years of conflict, there’s opportunity to establish lasting peace in Afghanistan

ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday underscored that a peaceful and stable Afghanistan was in vital interest of Pakistan and the region. He underlined that after 40 years of conflict and instability, there was an opportunity to establish lasting peace in Afghanistan. The Prime Minister expressed these views as he held… Continue reading PM talks to Emir of Qatar, says after 40 years of conflict, there’s opportunity to establish lasting peace in Afghanistan

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PM, Saudi Crown Prince discuss bilateral relations, latest situation in Afghanistan

ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday held a telephone conversation with Saudi Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Mohammed bin Salman. The two leaders discussed bilateral relations and exchanged views on the latest situation in Afghanistan. Imran Khan conveyed warm wishes for the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques,… Continue reading PM, Saudi Crown Prince discuss bilateral relations, latest situation in Afghanistan

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PM, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince discuss latest Afghanistan situation, issues of bilateral interest

ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday had a telephone call with Mohamed Bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces. The two leaders exchanged views on the issues of bilateral interest as well as regional developments, in particular the latest situation in Afghanistan.… Continue reading PM, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince discuss latest Afghanistan situation, issues of bilateral interest

Haseeb like 10 million Afghan children needs humanitarian assistance to survive

APP31-050921 KABUL: September 05 - A 15 years old cobbler, Haseeb Ahmed is among those ten million Afghan children need humanitarian assistance to survive. (Match the picture with the story already been released by APP). APP photo by Ilyas Khan

KABUL, Sep 05 (APP): A green eyed Haseeb Ahmed, 15, an orphan left his native area Mazar Sharif due to war and was now doing cobbler job on a roadside in Kabul to feed two young brothers, two sisters and and an elderly widowed mother. Heseeb said his father was a labour and supported his… Continue reading Haseeb like 10 million Afghan children needs humanitarian assistance to survive

Fascist Indian state attempting to intimidate grieving family of late Geelani: FM Qureshi

ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Sunday expressed condemnation of the attempt by fascist Indian state to intimidate the grieving family of late veteran Kashmiri leader Syed Ali Geelani by registering cases against them. The fascist Indian state fears the revered Syed Ali Geelani so much that they stormed his… Continue reading Fascist Indian state attempting to intimidate grieving family of late Geelani: FM Qureshi

Neighbouring countries unanimous on vitality of peace in Afghanistan for regional stability, prosperity

ISLAMABAD, Sep 05 (APP): Pakistan on Sunday hosted a virtual meeting of the Special Representatives/ Envoys of the neighbouring countries of Afghanistan. Special Representative for Afghanistan, Ambassador Mohammad Sadiq, chaired the session with the participation of China, Iran, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Views were exchanged on the latest situation in Afghanistan, Foreign Office said on… Continue reading Neighbouring countries unanimous on vitality of peace in Afghanistan for regional stability, prosperity

PM condemns TTP suicide attack on FC check post in Quetta

ISLAMABAD, Sep 5 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday condemned the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) suicide attack on Frontier Constabulary (FC) check post, Mastung Road, Quetta which caused the loss of previous human lives. Imran Khan in a tweet posted on his social media handle expressed his condolences with the families of the martyrs and… Continue reading PM condemns TTP suicide attack on FC check post in Quetta

Snatching body of late Geelani, registering cases against his family another shameful example of India’s descent into fascism: PM

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ISLAMABAD, Sep 05 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday condemned snatching of the body of late veteran Kashmiri leader Syed Ali Geelani and then registering cases against his family as “just another shameful example of India’s descent into fascism” under the Nazi-inspired RSS-BJP government. “Snatching the body of the 92 year old Syed Ali… Continue reading Snatching body of late Geelani, registering cases against his family another shameful example of India’s descent into fascism: PM

Gandapur condemns reports of heavy military siege on Syed Ali Gilani’s funeral

ISLAMABAD, Sep 2 (APP): Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit Baltistan, Ali Amin Khan Gandapur on Thursday strongly condemned the reports of heavy military siege on funeral of veteran All Parties Hurriyat Conference leader (APHC) Syed Ali Gilani. In a condolence message, he said it was reprehensible that the Kashmiri people have been prevented… Continue reading Gandapur condemns reports of heavy military siege on Syed Ali Gilani’s funeral

Geelani ‘epitome of Kashmir’s struggle for freedom’: Amb. Munir Akram

UNITED NATIONS, Sep 02 (APP):Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Munir Akram, mourned the demise of the “great” Kashmiri leader, Syed Ali Shah Geelani, with the hope that the struggleto secure self-determination and freedom for Jammu and Kashmir will continue with “renewed vigour and determination.” “The Pakistan Mission to the UN and I join the… Continue reading Geelani ‘epitome of Kashmir’s struggle for freedom’: Amb. Munir Akram

20 cities achieve target for vaccination of 40% population

ISLAMABAD, Sep 1 (APP):Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiative, Asad Umar on Wednesday said some 20 out of 24 cities met the target of vaccinating 40 percent population of 18 years and above. “We had set a minimum target of 40% of 18 plus population being partially vaccinated by end August for 24 large… Continue reading 20 cities achieve target for vaccination of 40% population

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Tax collection target of Rs 5,829 bln to be ‘comfortably achieved’: PM

ISLAMABAD, Sep 01 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday expressed confidence that the government would easily achieve the target of annual tax collection by Federal Board of Revenue of Rs 5,829 billion. “At present rate, annual collection target of Rs.5,829 billion will be comfortably achieved InshaAllah,” he wrote in a tweet. The prime minister termed… Continue reading Tax collection target of Rs 5,829 bln to be ‘comfortably achieved’: PM

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