ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP): Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson has hailed Britain’s “old friendship” with Pakistan as he completed his first official visit to the country on Friday. Spending two days in Islamabad and Lahore, the Foreign Secretary held talks with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, foreign policy chief Sartaj Aziz, Chief Minister of the Punjab… Continue reading Boris Johnson urges even greater cooperation with Pakistan: UK High Commission
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Pakistan strongly condemns terrorist attack in Iraq
ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP): Pakistan on Friday strongly condemned the terrorist attack targeting buses carrying pilgrims in Iraq, resulting in heavy loss of lives and injuries. “The government and people of Pakistan extend their heartfelt condolences to the brotherly people and government of Iraq over the loss of innocent lives. Our hearts go out to the bereaved families and… Continue reading Pakistan strongly condemns terrorist attack in Iraq
Outgoing CJCSC retires on Saturday
RAWALPINDI, Nov 25 (APP): A special ceremony was held at Joint Staff Headquarters, Chaklala as the Armed Forces of Pakistan bid farewell to General Rashad Mahmood, the outgoing Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, who retires tomorrow (Saturday) after 41 years of commissioned service. While addressing the audience and expressing feelings for his association with the uniform, CJCSC… Continue reading Outgoing CJCSC retires on Saturday
Info minister condoles death of journalist Anwar Raza’s father
ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP): Minister of State for Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage, Marriyum Aurangzeb Friday expressed deep grief and sorrow over the sad demise of father of senior journalist, Anwar Raza from 92 News TV Channel. In her statement here, the minister prayed Almighty Allah to rest the departed soul in eternal peace and grant courage to the… Continue reading Info minister condoles death of journalist Anwar Raza’s father
Ahsan Iqbal stresses research on knowledge economy
LAHORE Nov 25 (APP): Federal Minister for Planning Development and Reforms Prof Ahsan Iqbal Friday said the government was attaching high significance to the knowledge economy and it was high time to replace our traditional teaching style with interactive teaching style to create productive thinking among students. He was addressing the concluding session of a 3 day,… Continue reading Ahsan Iqbal stresses research on knowledge economy
Pakistan to become hub of trade, commerce through CPEC: UK FS
LAHORE, Nov 25 (APP): British Foreign Secretary, Boris Johnson Friday said that Pakistan was becoming a hub of trade and commerce due to the revolutionary initiative of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). He was addressing the students and faculty members of the Government College University Lahore here. GCU Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Hassan Ameer Shah… Continue reading Pakistan to become hub of trade, commerce through CPEC: UK FS
Objectives of IDEAS exhibition well achieved: Secy Defence Production
KARACHI, Nov. 25 (APP) : Pakistan has showcased one of the best and technologically advanced air and ground equipment in the global market, which illustrates its achieving self sufficiency in various fields of defence sector. Pakistan has always believed in arms for peace and desired to live as a harmonious and peace loving country in this competitive… Continue reading Objectives of IDEAS exhibition well achieved: Secy Defence Production
Dar Academy enters final of Malaysian Invitational Tournament with 4-1 victory
LAHORE, Nov 25 (APP): Dar hockey academy scored a thrilling 4-1 win over Sukma Perak club to enter into the final of Raja Ashman Shah Hockey Academy Invitational tournament in Ipoh, Malaysia on Friday. It was Dar Hockey Academy’s second last and Sukma Perak’s last match of the three team double league, said the information made… Continue reading Dar Academy enters final of Malaysian Invitational Tournament with 4-1 victory
Pakistan, Switzerland agree to enhance cooperation at UN, other multilateral fora
ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP): Pakistan and Switzerland on Friday agreed to enhance cooperation at the United Nations and other multilateral fora. This was agreed during the 9th round of Bilateral Political Consultations between Pakistan and Switzerland held here at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Ambassador Zaheer A. Janjua, Additional Secretary (Europe) led the Pakistan side while the Swiss delegation was… Continue reading Pakistan, Switzerland agree to enhance cooperation at UN, other multilateral fora
Farewell visit of COAS General Raheel Sharif at Okara Garrison
MULTAN, Nov 25 (APP): As part of his farewell visits, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Raheel Sharif addressed officers and men of Multan and Bahawalpur Corps at Okara Garrison, on Friday. According to a press release issued by ISPR, the COAS appreciated them for their professionalism and dedication in maintaining an effective vigil along… Continue reading Farewell visit of COAS General Raheel Sharif at Okara Garrison
COAS addresses Multan, Bahawalpur Corps
ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP): As part of his farewell visits, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Raheel Sharif Friday addressed officers and men of Multan and Bahawalpur Corps at the Okara Garrison. The COAS appreciated them for their professionalism and dedication in maintaining an effective vigil along the international border in harsh desert environment, achieving highest training… Continue reading COAS addresses Multan, Bahawalpur Corps
Embassy of Pakistan honors recipient of Foundation Chirac Prize
ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP): Embassy of Pakistan in Paris Friday hosted a reception to honor Ms. Gulalai Ismail, co founder of NGO “Aware Girls”, who was conferred with Chirac Prize for Conflict Prevention by President Jacques Chirac Foundation. This was in recognition of “Aware Girls” contributions toward development of a culture of peace and non… Continue reading Embassy of Pakistan honors recipient of Foundation Chirac Prize
British Foreign Secretary calls on Shehbaz Sharif
LAHORE, Nov 25 (APP): British Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs Boris Johnson met Punjab Chief Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, here on Friday. Matters of mutual interest, Pak Britain relations, promotion of cooperation in different sectors and regional issues including Kashmir problem were discussed in the meeting. It was also agreed to hold Jinnah Conference in London.… Continue reading British Foreign Secretary calls on Shehbaz Sharif
PM arrives in Turkmenistan on two-day visit
ASHGABAT, Nov 25 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif arrived here in Turkmenistan’s capital Ashgabat to lead the country’s delegation at the first-ever Global Conference on Sustainable Transport. The Prime Minister is accompanied by his Adviser on National History and Literary Heritage Irfan Siddiqi and Special Assistant on Foreign Affairs Tariq Fatemi. The Prime Minsiter… Continue reading PM arrives in Turkmenistan on two-day visit
Reforms in FATA to represent aspirations of people: KP Governor
PESHAWAR, Nov 25 (APP): The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Engineer Iqbal Zafar Jhgra on Friday said the reforms in FATA would be introduced in accordance with the aspirations of the respective people and to start formal implementation there upon after formal approval by the parliament. He was talking during a meeting with the Ambassador of European… Continue reading Reforms in FATA to represent aspirations of people: KP Governor
Pakistan to continue moral, diplomatic support to Kashmiris: Sartaj
ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP): Advisor to Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz on Friday said that Pakistan would continue its moral, political and diplomatic support to Kashmiris for their right to self determination. “Our policy on Kashmir is very clear. We will continue our support to the right of self determination of Kahmiris of… Continue reading Pakistan to continue moral, diplomatic support to Kashmiris: Sartaj
Senate hails Finance Minister’s efforts for MPs
ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP): The Senate on Friday passed a resolution unanimously to congratulate and appreciate Finance Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar for meeting the genuine demands of the parliamentarians on the matter of increasing their remuneration. Th0 resolution was moved by PPP Senator Saleem H Mandviwala. He said we should recognize and appreciate all those… Continue reading Senate hails Finance Minister’s efforts for MPs
COAS pays tributes to shuhda
ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP): In his farewell visits, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Raheel Sharif on Friday addressed officers and men of 10 Corps at Chaklala Garrison. He paid tributes to the supreme sacrifices of officers and men of Pakistan Army while defending motherland with valor and extreme commitment. According to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), the COAS was… Continue reading COAS pays tributes to shuhda
Pakistan capable to give befitting response to Indian aggression: Minister
ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP): Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Friday said that Pakistan was fully capable to give befitting response to Indian aggression at Line of Control (LoC). Taking part in debate on current situation at LoC in the National Assembly, the minister said that Pakistan had enough capacity to protect its geographical boundaries.… Continue reading Pakistan capable to give befitting response to Indian aggression: Minister
Masses to reject any anti Pakistan move: Ahsan
LAHORE, Nov 25 (APP): Federal Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal Friday said politically sane people would reject any type of agitation as they wanted completion of constitutional term of the government. “A change will come only through ballot and masses will support the party which performs well,” he added. Speaking to the media, after attending the… Continue reading Masses to reject any anti Pakistan move: Ahsan
- Pak-China ties rapidly growing due to CPEC, Chinese language further fostering them: PM
- Rain spell: Wheat crop flooded in some areas of Kot Addu
- Torrential rain paralyzes life in upper Swat, Shangla
- PM strongly condemns attack on Customs officials in DIKhan
- NHA restores most roads across the country after heavy rains
