Closing gender gap at work to bring benefits: UN report

UNITED NATIONS, June 15 (APP): Closing gender gap at work can open doors to benefits for society and the economy, according to a new report released by a UN agency. “Reducing gender disparities at workplaces by 25 percent by 2025 could inject nearly 5.8 trillion U.S. dollars into the global economy and boost tax revenues,”… Continue reading Closing gender gap at work to bring benefits: UN report

SCO platform can be used by India, Pakistan to resolve bilateral issues: Indian Ambassador

BEIJING, June 15 (APP): Indian Ambassador to China, Vijay Gokhale Thursday said the platform of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) would help India and Pakistan to come closer and resolve their bilateral issues amicably. “Although, we have other direct channels to discuss with each other but certainly, the SCO would provide a platform to both the… Continue reading SCO platform can be used by India, Pakistan to resolve bilateral issues: Indian Ambassador

Pakistan, Indian flags hoisted at SCO Headquarters

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BEIJING, June 15 (APP): The national flags of newly admitted Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) States Pakistan and India – were raised at the SCO Headquarters here on Thursday. Secretary General, SCO, Rashid Alimov, Pakistan Ambassador to China, Khalid Masood, Indian Ambassador to China, Vijay Gokhale, ambassadors of the Observer States, representative of Chinese Ministry of… Continue reading Pakistan, Indian flags hoisted at SCO Headquarters

Pentagon’s powers to set US troops level in Afghanistan to provide greater agility: Gen. Mattis

WASHINGTON, June 15 (APP): US Secretary of Defense, Gen. (Retd) Jim Mattis has said the authority granted to the Pentagon by President Trump to set troops levels in Afghanistan will enable the US military to have greater agility in conducting operations in the war-torn country. The delegation of this authority does not in itself… Continue reading Pentagon’s powers to set US troops level in Afghanistan to provide greater agility: Gen. Mattis

UN chief trying to promote Pak-Afghan cooperation to fight terrorism

UNITED NATIONS, June 15 (APP) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has said he was making efforts to promote cooperation between Pakistan and Afghanistan to jointly fight terrorism “That is important not only for the two countries but for the whole world,” he told reporters on Wednesday in Kabul where he met with President Ashraf Ghani and… Continue reading UN chief trying to promote Pak-Afghan cooperation to fight terrorism

China to work with Pakistan to investigate Chinese citizens alleged preaching activities

BEIJING, June 15 (APP): A Chinese Foreign Ministry’s Spokesperson Thursday said the Chinese side would work with the Pakistani government to carry out investigation into reports on the Chinese nationals allegedly engaging in illegal preaching activities in Pakistan in accordance with law. “I would like to reiterate that as for reports on Chinese nationals… Continue reading China to work with Pakistan to investigate Chinese citizens alleged preaching activities

IAEA says Arab countries’ rift with Qatar causing operational problems

UNITED NATIONS, June 15 (APP): The ongoing dispute between several Middle East countries and Qatar is causing “logistical headaches,” the International Energy Agency (IEA) has warned. In its latest oil market report, the IEA noted that the political dispute hasn’t yet disrupted supplies but it has become an operational problem for lifters of Qatari crude,… Continue reading IAEA says Arab countries’ rift with Qatar causing operational problems

US send more troops to Afghanistan after President Trumps empowers Pentagon

WASINGTON, June 14 (APP): The United States may decide to deploy additional troops to Afghanistan after President Trump gave the Pentagon the new authority to take a decision on the level of troops in that country, media reports said. President Trump had been weighing his options following a request of troops surge in Afghanistan by… Continue reading US send more troops to Afghanistan after President Trumps empowers Pentagon

At UN, Pakistan pushes for UNSC reform on democratic principles

UNITED NATIONS, June 14 (APP): Pakistan Tuesday criticized the aspirants for permanent seats in an expanded United Nations Security Council — India, Brazil, Germany and Japan — for opposing that reform of the 15-member body should be guided by the principles of democracy. “I have to say, the objection … has left us dumbfounded,” Ambassador… Continue reading At UN, Pakistan pushes for UNSC reform on democratic principles

China supports Pakistan to safeguard national security, stability: FO Spokesperson

BEIJING, June 14 (APP): While firmly opposing and strongly condemning all forms of terrorism and extreme violent actions targeting civilians, China on Wednesday reiterated its support to Pakistan in its efforts to fight against terrorist forces and safeguard national security and stability. “China will further strengthen counter-terrorism cooperation with the international community to ensure peace… Continue reading China supports Pakistan to safeguard national security, stability: FO Spokesperson

Major conference on rights of persons with disabilities gets under way at UN

UNITED NATIONS, June 14 (APP): A major intergovernmental meeting got underway at the United Nations Tuesday, bringing together a wide range of stakeholders to ensure the full implementation of a landmark treaty on the rights of persons with disabilities. “The Convention [on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, or CRPD] is one of the most… Continue reading Major conference on rights of persons with disabilities gets under way at UN

Peace, stability of Afghanistan vital for security of neighboring, regional countries: China

BEIJING, June 14 (APP): A Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wednesday said the peace and stability of Afghanistan was highly important for the development and security of the neighboring and the regional countries. “So, we contend that any move should respect sovereignty and territorial integrity of Afghanistan and conducive to the peace process of Afghanistan,”… Continue reading Peace, stability of Afghanistan vital for security of neighboring, regional countries: China

President Trump blasts Appeal Court ruling against Muslim travel ban

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WASHINGTON, June 13 (APP): President Trump blasted a ruling by another court against his travel ban order, as the administration now looks to the Supreme Court to get the relief for the move that has been criticized by activist groups as discriminatory towards Muslims. “Well, as predicted, the 9th Circuit did it again – Ruled against the TRAVEL… Continue reading President Trump blasts Appeal Court ruling against Muslim travel ban

UN confirms its top official in Myanmar being changed

UNITED NATIONS, June 13 (APP): The United Nations Tuesday confirmed that its top official in Myanmar, Renata Lok-Dessallien, would be leaving the post amid media reports that she had failed to protect the rights of the oppressed Rohingya Muslims in the South East Asian country’s Rakhine state. But UN Spokesman Stephane Dujarric said Tuesday that the… Continue reading UN confirms its top official in Myanmar being changed

Askari Bank, UnionPay sign agreement for debit card issuance

BEIJING, June 13 (APP): Askari Bank Limited (AKBL) and UnionPay International, one of the world’s largest payment schemes, has entered into an agreement to issue UnionPay QuickPass (NFC) and EMV Chip Cards in Pakistan. The initiative will allow AKBL customers to enjoy convenience of contactless payments ‘TAP & GO’ while keeping the payments safe and… Continue reading Askari Bank, UnionPay sign agreement for debit card issuance

SCO to encourage India-Pakistan to bring positive spirit for common development: Experts

BEIJING, June 13 (APP): Granting full membership to India and Pakistan to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) will encourage the two countries to put aside disputes and bring a more positive spirit for the bloc’s common development, experts said on Tuesday. The accession of the two countries was the most important item on the SCO… Continue reading SCO to encourage India-Pakistan to bring positive spirit for common development: Experts

Sikhs to hold protest rally during Modi’s visit to White House later this month

NEW YORK, June 13 (APP): A U.S.-based Sikh rights organization Tuesday announced plans to stage a demonstration in Washington to protest the oppression of Sikhs in India and the denial of their right to self-determination when Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits the White House later this month. Modi is set to arrive in Washington… Continue reading Sikhs to hold protest rally during Modi’s visit to White House later this month

Guterres voices support for UN agency’s work in helping Palestine refugees in Mideast

UNITED NATIONS, June 13 (APP): Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed concern over Israeli criticism of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) and the integrity of its operations, calling on the international community to continue supporting the agency in discharging its humanitarian mandate. “He wishes to express… Continue reading Guterres voices support for UN agency’s work in helping Palestine refugees in Mideast

President congratulates Pakistan cricket team

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MAKKAH, June 13 (APP): President Mamnoon Hussain has congratulated the Pakistan cricket team on wining the important match of Champions Trophy 2017 against Sri Lanka. “Pakistani players played very well especially Sarfraz Ahmed and Mohammad Amir who batted till the end ” the President said, according to a statement released by his Press Wing. The… Continue reading President congratulates Pakistan cricket team

Killing of two Chinese wont impact China-Pakistan ‘Iron brotherties: Global Times

BEIJING, June 13 (APP): After an extremist organization claimed it had killed the two Chinese citizens it kidnapped in Pakistan last week, speculation has been swirling among some media outlets that the China-Pakistan bilateral relationship, in particular the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), a flagship project of the Belt and Road initiative, would be affected. They… Continue reading Killing of two Chinese wont impact China-Pakistan ‘Iron brotherties: Global Times

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