ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP) Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday said as the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was estimated to grow at 3.94% during the current fiscal year (2020-21), it reflected the success of government’s economic policies while managing COVID-19 pandemic. “National Accounts Committee [NAC] has finalized GDP growth estimate & GDP growth is… Continue reading Estimated 3.94% GDP growth reflects success of govt’s policies: PM
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AJK PM leads rally to express solidarity with Palestinians and Kashmir
MUZAFFARABAD, May 21 (APP): Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Prime Minister Raja Farooq Haider Khan Friday led a public rally here at upper Ada to express solidarity with the Palestine and Kashmir to condemn Israeli atrocities in Gaza strip. The rally was attended by a large number of people Minister Education Barrister Iftikhar Gilani, Sahibzada… Continue reading AJK PM leads rally to express solidarity with Palestinians and Kashmir
CPEC gives new dimension to Sino-Pak ties: Fawad
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Friday said the multi-billion dollars project-China Pakistan Economic Corridor- had given a new dimension to Sino-Pak ties which were based on love and mutual respect. He was extending heartfelt greetings to the two nations on the occasion of 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties… Continue reading CPEC gives new dimension to Sino-Pak ties: Fawad
Govt intends to enhance allocation of funds for higher education: PM
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday said the federal government, in consultation with the provincial governments was seriously considering to enhance the allocation of funds for higher education in the budget for next fiscal year. He said only the promotion of higher education will prove as the path of progress, adding,… Continue reading Govt intends to enhance allocation of funds for higher education: PM
Resolution of Palestine issue indispensable for lasting peace in region: Sanjrani
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): Senate Chairman Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani on Friday condemned the Israeli atrocities against innocent and unarmed Palestinians, and said resolution of the Palestine issue was indispensable for lasting peace in the region. The series of attacks by Israeli occupation forces on innocent people, illegal settlement of the Israelis, and forced evictions of… Continue reading Resolution of Palestine issue indispensable for lasting peace in region: Sanjrani
PM, MNAs discuss political situation, development projects
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP) Members of the National Assembly (MNAs) Muhammad Yaqub Sheikh, Muhammad Farooq-e-Azam Malik and Naureen Farooq Ibrahim called on Prime Minister Imran Khan here on Friday. Political situation in the country and development projects in the respective constituencies were discussed during the meeting, which was also attended by Special Assistant to PM… Continue reading PM, MNAs discuss political situation, development projects
Rasheed urges world to halt Israelis genocide in Gaza
RAWALPINDI, May 21 (APP): Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmed on Friday asked the international community to take measures to end the genocide in Gaza being carried out by the Israeli forces. Addressing a public meeting in connection with” Palestine Solidarity day” observed across Pakistan on the call of Prime Minister Imran Khan on May… Continue reading Rasheed urges world to halt Israelis genocide in Gaza
President urges China, Pakistan to lead towards multilateralism, establish morality-based institutions
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi Friday said as both China and Pakistan stood for peace, they had the great opportunity to lead the world towards multilateralism and ensure the establishment of morality-based institutions in the future. The president, in his address as chief guest at the Virtual Reception on 70th Anniversary of China-Pakistan… Continue reading President urges China, Pakistan to lead towards multilateralism, establish morality-based institutions
Murad, Chinese envoy unveil postage stamp on 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pak-China
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): Federal Minister for Communications and Postal Services Murad Saeed said on Friday issuance of commemorative postage stamp on 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China was a testimony to the time-tested and everlasting friendly relations. He stated this while addressing at the unveiling ceremony of the Commemorative Postage Stamp… Continue reading Murad, Chinese envoy unveil postage stamp on 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pak-China
Firdous expresses solidarity with Palestinians
LAHORE, May 21 (APP): Special Assistant to Punjab Chief Minister on Information Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan on Friday expressed solidarity with the Palestinians and urged the United Nations to play its vibrant role to resolve the longstanding Palestinian issue. She was addressing a huge rally held at Liberty Chowk on the direction of Punjab Chief… Continue reading Firdous expresses solidarity with Palestinians
PM, MPs discuss political situation
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday held a meeting with the members of provincial assembly and discussed political situation. The meeting was attended by provincial ministers of Punjab Muhammad Sibtain Khan, Samsam Ali Bukhari, MPA from Balochistan Assembly Noor Muhammad Domar and Attaullah Shadi Khel. The matters related to relevant ministries… Continue reading PM, MPs discuss political situation
President stresses holding mega sports events to tap youth talent
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Friday urged the need to promote mega sports events in the country to utilize the talent of youth and project Pakistan’s soft image in the world. Talking to the management of Kashmir Premier League (KPL) here at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the president said the launch of the League… Continue reading President stresses holding mega sports events to tap youth talent
China willing for ‘more extensive’, ‘deeper strategic cooperation’ with Pakistan: Wang Yi
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): China’s State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi has expressed desire to fully implement the vision of the leaders of Pakistan and China to initiate “more extensive” and “deeper strategic cooperation” for a shared future in the new era. Wang Yi, in his letter addressed to Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi… Continue reading China willing for ‘more extensive’, ‘deeper strategic cooperation’ with Pakistan: Wang Yi
China to remain cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy: Foreign Secretary
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood has said that the relationship with China will remain the cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy and CPEC will serve as a key driver of this flourishing partnership in 21st century. Addressing at the book launching ceremony of “Higher Than Karakoram” Here at the Institute of Strategic Studies… Continue reading China to remain cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy: Foreign Secretary
Imran Khan effectively raised issue of Palestine at international level
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Shibli Faraz Friday said the present government under the leadership of Prime Minister Imran Khan has effectively raised the issue of Palestine at the international level. In a tweet, the federal minister stated that “We welcome ceasefire. The Israeli occupation of Palestine must come to… Continue reading Imran Khan effectively raised issue of Palestine at international level
COVID-19 claims 102 lives, infects 3,070 more people
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): The national tally on Friday of total active COVID-19 cases recorded 63,229 with 3,070 more people tested positive for the deadly virus and 6,021 people recovered from the disease during the last 24 hours. One hundred and two corona patients have died during past 24 hours, 89 of whom were under… Continue reading COVID-19 claims 102 lives, infects 3,070 more people
Much awaited protection of Journalists, Media Professionals bill finally lands at NA
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): The much awaited the Protection of Journalists and Media Professionals Bill, 2021aimed at protection of journalists and media professionals finally landed in the National Assembly here on Friday. Parliamentary Secretary for Human Rights Lal Chand introduced a bill to promote, protect and effectively ensure the independence, impartiality, safety and freedom of… Continue reading Much awaited protection of Journalists, Media Professionals bill finally lands at NA
No lasting peace sans independent, contigous Palestinian State with Al-Quds its capital: Dr Moeed
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): The Prime Minister’s National Security Advisor Dr Moeed Yusuf on Friday said there could be no lasting peace without an independent and contigous Palestinian State with Al-Quds as its capital. The National Security Advisor took to Twitter for expressing solidarity with Palestinian brethren as the country is celebrating “Palestine Solidarity Day”.… Continue reading No lasting peace sans independent, contigous Palestinian State with Al-Quds its capital: Dr Moeed
President summons Senate session on May 24
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi has summoned the session of the Senate on May 24 (Monday), the President House said Friday. The session of the Uppen House will commence at 3.30 pm.
Pakistan will continue do everything ensure Kashmiris achieve their aspirations: Dr Moeed
ISLAMABAD, May 21 (APP): Prime Minister’s National Security Advisor Dr Moeed Yusuf on Friday said Pakistan would continue do everything to ensure Kashmiris achieve their aspirations. The National Security Advisor in a series of tweets on his official Twitter handle expressed solidarity with Kashmiris and paid tribute to the martyred Kashmiri leader of the freedom… Continue reading Pakistan will continue do everything ensure Kashmiris achieve their aspirations: Dr Moeed
- NHA restores most roads across the country after heavy rains
- Pakistan committed to ensure safety of foreign nationals: FO
- Oil tanker catches fire in Islamabad’s Blue Area
- Leghari seeks KP Govt’s cooperation in anti-power theft campaign
- Police official inspect a dead body of a suspected attacker at the site of suicide attack on a convoy of foreign nationals in the Landhi area.
