ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP):The United States is working closely with Pakistan on recovery of American hostages, U.S State Department Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus has said. “We are, of course, working closely with the Pakistanis on recovering them,” the State Department spokesperson said at a press briefing held Thursday in Washington D.C., when sought update on the… Continue reading U.S. working closely with Pakistan on recovery of hostages: State Department
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Ambassador Maleeha Lodhi elected vice-president of a key UN body
UNITED NATIONS, July 26 (APP):The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), the economic arm of the United Nations, unanimously elected Pakistan’s Ambassador to UN, Maleeha Lodhi, as one of its four vice presidents at an election held on Thursday. Ambassador Lodhi’s election was by acclamation after her candidature was endorsed by the 54-member body. She will… Continue reading Ambassador Maleeha Lodhi elected vice-president of a key UN body
China backs President Trump’s mediation offer on Kashmir issue
BEIJING, July 26 (APP):While backing the US President Donald Trump’s mediation offer to help resolve the Kashmir issue, China said it supported the international community including the United States (US) in playing a constructive role in improving Pakistan-India relations through dialogue. “We support the international community, the US included, in playing a constructive role in… Continue reading China backs President Trump’s mediation offer on Kashmir issue
Pakistan urges world community not to abandon Palestinians’ quest for self-determination
UNITED NATIONS, Jul 24 (APP):Reaffirming its support to the Palestinians’ cause, Pakistan has underscored the need for a State of Palestine along the pre-1967 borders with AI-Quds AI-Sharif as its capital to usher in peace and stability in the Middle East. “A just and lasting peace in the Middle East, especially for the occupied people… Continue reading Pakistan urges world community not to abandon Palestinians’ quest for self-determination
US Congress members welcome PM on Capitol Hil with support for close Pak-US ties
Ali Imran WASHINGTON July 23 APP:Prime Minister Imran Khan attended a reception at Capitol Hill Tuesday afternoon, hosted by the Congressional Pakistan Caucus. The prime minister, who is on a three-day visit to Washington, was greeted by Caucus Chair Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX). Speaker of the US House of Representatives, Ms Nancy Pelosi and… Continue reading US Congress members welcome PM on Capitol Hil with support for close Pak-US ties
Pakistan hopes to get back to ties with US based on truth, trust: PM
WASHINGTON, Jul 24 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday said Pakistan had always close ties with the United States and expressed the hope to get back to the relationship, which was based on truth and trust as well as mutual respect. Speaking to the US Congressmen at the Capitol Hill, where a reception was held… Continue reading Pakistan hopes to get back to ties with US based on truth, trust: PM
Maleeha Lodhi, PTI delegation meet PM
WASHINGTON, Jul 23 (APP):Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations Ambassador Dr Maleeha Lodhi Tuesday called on Prime Minister Imran Khan here at the Embassy of Pakistan. A delegation of leaders and workers of Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) in the United States also called on the prime minister.
Kashmiri leader welcomes Trump’s offer to mediate Kashmir dispute
WASHINGTON, July 23 (APP):A prominent Kashmiri leader has welcomed US President Donald Trump’s offer to mediate the 71-year-old Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan, saying such a move would bring peace and stability in South Asia. “The key to peace in Afghanistan lies in Kashmir — the US will never stabilize the former without peace… Continue reading Kashmiri leader welcomes Trump’s offer to mediate Kashmir dispute
Khan-Trump meeting marks new beginning in Pak-US ties: FM Qureshi
WASHINGTON, July 23, (APP)::Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said Monday’s White House talks between the top Pakistani and American leaders mark a new beginning in the bilateral relations. He was briefing the Pakistani media after more than three hours of talks, meetings led by Prime Minister Imran Khan and President Donald Trump. Going into… Continue reading Khan-Trump meeting marks new beginning in Pak-US ties: FM Qureshi
UN chief stands ready to mediate Kashmir dispute if accepted by India & Pakistan
UNITED NATIONS, Jul 23 (APP):UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres Tuesday renewed his good office offer aimed at resolving the decades-old Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan, provided both sides agree. Replying to a question at a briefing about US President Donald Trump’s offer to mediate the Kashmir dispute, the Secretary-General’s Deputy Spokesman Farhan Haq said the… Continue reading UN chief stands ready to mediate Kashmir dispute if accepted by India & Pakistan
PM discusses opportunities with US Pakistan Business Council
Ali Imran WASHINGTON, July 23 (APP):The US-Pakistan Business Council delegation led by Myron Brilliant, Executive Vice President and Head of International Affairs of US Chamber of Commerce, called on Prime Minister Imran Khan here at the Embassy of Pakistan in Washington DC on Monday. The delegation included Zia Chishti, Vice Chair of USPBC and Ms… Continue reading PM discusses opportunities with US Pakistan Business Council
Call for adopting Chinese roof-top farming technology
LAHORE, Jul 21 (APP):Pakistan-China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI) on Sunday suggested to follow Chinese roof-top farming technology named ‘Aquaponics’ to overcome food shortage, water crisis, excessive use of pesticides and expensive fertilizers. Addressing a meeting of the joint chamber’s think-tank here, the PCJCCI President Shah Faisal Afridi said Aquaponics was a technique… Continue reading Call for adopting Chinese roof-top farming technology
Imran Khan says Pakistan offers tremendous business potential for investors
WASHINGTON, July 21 (APP)::Prime Minister Imran Khan has invited overseas businessmen and investors to benefit from the economic and business opportunities afforded by Pakistan’s strategic location and the connectivity to the broader region. He was talking to a group of prospective investors that led by Javaid Anwar, a leading Pakistani-American businessman, called on the prime… Continue reading Imran Khan says Pakistan offers tremendous business potential for investors
Pakistani-Americans accord enthusiastic welcome to PM Khan on arrival in D.C.
WASHINGTON, Jul 21 (APP):Pakistani-Americans braved out sweltering heat on Saturday to welcome Prime Minister Imran Khan as he arrived in Washington D.C. Hundreds of members of the community belonging to Washington metro area and other states came to the U.S. capital and lined up along Massachusetts Avenue near Pakistan House, where the prime minister is… Continue reading Pakistani-Americans accord enthusiastic welcome to PM Khan on arrival in D.C.
US willing to rebuild ties with Pakistan
WASHINGTON, Jul 20 (APP):The White House invitation to Pakistan represents Washington’s willingness to repair US-Pakistan ties and rebuild an enduring partnership, according to a US official. The July 22 White House talks between President Trump and Prime Minister Imran Khan – their first ever face-to-face interaction – follows Pakistan’s facilitation for a political solution to… Continue reading US willing to rebuild ties with Pakistan
PHC to conduct two-day NADRA surgeries in Hounslow from July 27
LONDON, Jul 20 (APP):Pakistan High Commission (PHC) London would conduct National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) surgeries to ensure effective delivery of Consular Services to the Pakistani community living in the surrounding areas of London (United Kingdom). In this regard, the high commission regularly organizes visits of Nadra Mobile Registration Team (MRT) to the surrounding… Continue reading PHC to conduct two-day NADRA surgeries in Hounslow from July 27
US-Muslim congresswoman introduces resolution affirming Americans’ right to boycott Israel
NEW YORK, Jul 20 (APP):Muslim-American Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has introduced a resolution in support of the Boycott, Divest, Sanctions (BDS) movement against Israel, saying it was in a long tradition of U.S. boycotts. The Palestinian-led BDS movement is dedicated to promoting various forms of boycott against Israel until it meets what the campaign describes as… Continue reading US-Muslim congresswoman introduces resolution affirming Americans’ right to boycott Israel
PM Imran Khan to emphasize cooperative ties in talks with President Trump
WASHINGTON, July 20 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan will arrive here Saturday for high-stake parleys with President Donald Trump on advancing Pakistan-US relations in the backdrop of improving climate of trust between the two countries. In what would be a Pakistani leader’s first visit to Washington in more than five years, the prime minister will also… Continue reading PM Imran Khan to emphasize cooperative ties in talks with President Trump
Pakistan hires lobbying services of Holland & Knight in Washington DC
WASHINGTON, Jul 20 (APP):The Embassy of Pakistan and Holland & Knight signed a contract for lobbying services Friday afternoon in the presence of Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi. A leading Republican from New York and former Congressman Tom Reynolds, who represents Washington’s top lobbying firm Holland & Knight, discussed ways to represent Pakistan’s interest effectively.… Continue reading Pakistan hires lobbying services of Holland & Knight in Washington DC
Top UN sustainable development forum notes progress on empowering people as it ends session
UNITED NATIONS, Jul 20 (APP):The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) President, Inga Rhonda King, has told participants of the 54-member body’s high-level segment that this year’s session had contributed significantly to advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. By “increasing awareness and galvanizing efforts towards empowerment, inclusiveness and equality”, the entire ECOSOC system has worked… Continue reading Top UN sustainable development forum notes progress on empowering people as it ends session
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