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PM visits Tariq Fazal Ch to condole death of his son

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ISLAMABAD, July 18 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday visited the residence of former federal minister and central leader of Pakistan Muslim League-N Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhry to condole the death of his son.

The prime minister offered expressed grief and Fateha for the departed soul of Tariq Fazal’s son who lost his life in a road accident on Monday.

PM visits Tariq Fazal Ch to condole death of his son

He also prayed to Allah Almighty for strength to the bereaved family to bear the loss.

Finance Minister Ishaq Dar, Railways and Aviation Minister Khawaja Saad Rafiq, Information and Broadcasting Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb, Energy Minister Engineer Khurram Dastgir and Advisor Ahad Cheema accompanied the prime minister.

First Muharram-ul-Harram to fall on July 20, Ashura on July 29

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QUETTA, Jul 18 (APP): Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Chairman Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad on Tuesday announced that the crescent of Muharram-ul-Harram 1445 AH had not been sighted at any nook and cranny of the country.

Addressing a press conference after a thorough consultation with all stakeholders, he said the first of Muharram-ul-Haram would fall on Thursday, July 20 and Ashura on Saturday, July 29, 2023.

The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee met here for sighting the crescent of Muharram-ul-Haram 1445 AH. Meanwhile, the meetings of Zonal and District Ruet-e-Hilal Committees were held at their respective headquarters.

The sighting of the moon holds great significance for the Islamic community, as it marks the beginning of the holy month of Muharram-ul-Haram. To ensure the accurate determination of the new moon, the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee collaborated with Zonal and District Ruet-e-Hilal Committees, which simultaneously held their meetings at their respective headquarters.

Ministry’s Spokesperson Muhammad Umar Butt said the announcement was made after thorough deliberations and mutual understanding with all stakeholders.

The committee’s decision was based on credible and solid testimonies from reputable sources, ensuring utmost accuracy, he added.

He said this important meeting aimed to facilitate the observance of Muharram-ul-Haram with harmony and unity throughout the country. Religious scholars, community leaders, and stakeholders were urged to cooperate in providing credible testimonies, fostering a spirit of consensus and togetherness, he maintained.

Umar Butt said the Ministry had requested all citizens to look for the new moon on this evening and promptly report any sightings to their nearest Ruet-e-Hilal Committee representatives. The cooperation of the public was vital in ensuring the timely and accurate announcement of the crescent sighting, he added.

He said the entire nation hoped for a blessed and peaceful Muharram-ul-Haram, commemorating the sacrifices and teachings of Islam’s revered figures.

He prayed to Allah Almighty that may this holy month of Muharram-ul-Haram bring peace, blessings, and harmony to all Muslims across the nation.

CDWP okays 10 projects worth Rs1,073.41bln

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ISLAMABAD, Jul 18 (APP): Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday chaired a meeting of the Central Development Working Party (CDWP) that approved 10 development projects worth Rs1,073.41 billion.

Out of these, three projects worth Rs9.41 billion have been approved by the CDWP, while the forum also recommended seven projects worth Rs 1,064 billion to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for its consideration, a news release said.

Among others, the meeting was attended by, Secretary of the Planning Ministry Syed Zafar Ali Shah, Additional Secretary, Senior Joint Economist, Members of the Planning Commission and representatives from various Ministries and Divisions.

The projects discussed in the meeting covered sectors such as Agriculture & Food, Education, Transport & Communications, and Water Resources.

One of the projects, namely “Prime Minister’s National Programme for Socialization of Agriculture Tube Wells,” with a cost of Rs. 377,236.275 million, has been recommended to ECNEC for its consideration.

The Ministry of Education presented a project titled “Establishment of Federal Government College of Home Economics Management Sciences and Specialized Discipline, F-11/1 Islamabad,” worth Rs2,637.769 million, which was approved by the CDWP.

The forum also approved a project called “Establishment of Women Sub-Campus, University of Swat, Charbagh Swat, KPK,” worth Rs 1,360.266 million.

The Transport & Communications sector presented five projects in the forum.

The first project “Lahore Ring Road Southern Loop Construction of Road from Raiwind Road up to Multan,” worth
Rs 17,785.8250 million has been recommended to ECNEC for its consideration.

The second project namely the “Punjab Arterial Roads Improvement Program,” worth Rs188,965.060 million, has also been sent to ECNEC.

While the third project, the “Construction of Yariq – Tank Road” with a length of 35 km and a cost of Rs. 5,414.450 million, was approved by the CDWP forum.

Whereas the fourth project “Construction of Hyderabad – Sukkur 306 km, 6 Lane Divided Fenced Motorway on Built Operate Transfer,” worth Rs. 308,194 million, has been recommended to the ECNEC for further consideration.

The fifth project “Construction of KhawazaKhel – Besham Expressway” spanning 48 km and costing Rs. 79,130.878 million, was also sent to the ECNEC.

The Ministry of Water Resources presented two projects “Garuk Storage Dam District Kharan” worth Rs 27,553.186 million and “Remodeling of Pat Feeder Canal System” worth Rs 61,793.367 million, which the form recommended to ECNEC for consideration.

Pakistan, Azerbaijan can boost business, cultural ties through road linkages

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ISLAMABAD, Jul 18 (APP): Minister for Communications Maulana Asad Mahmood on Tuesday said that Pak-Azerbaijan could further enhance bilateral relations in terms of trade & commerce and strengthen public, cultural ties through land links and highways.

He expressed these views during a meeting with a seven-member Azerbaijan delegation led by Minister for Digital Development and Transport Rashad Nabiyev to discuss road trade agreement and move towards a legal framework for trade.

The minister praised the delegation of Azerbaijan for coming to Pakistan and holding meetings with various ministries and officials to strengthen bilateral ties.

Rashad Nabiyev apprised the Minister for Communications that Azerbaijan has paved new roads for the promotion of trade and public transportation by laying its network of highways connecting up to Bandar Abbas, Iran.

In response, Asad Mehmood expressed Pakistan’s desire to expand land connection to Iran, Azerbaijan, Russia and Eastern Europe to boost the economy of regional countries and raise the living standards of the people. He said the Government of Pakistan stands ready for all kinds of assistance regarding road transport and trade.

During the meeting, a task force was formed to develop a legal framework for road trade agreements, and the Federal Secretary Communications & Chairman NHA Captain (Rtd.) Muhammad Khurram Agha will be the focal person on behalf of Pakistan.

The Minister of Communications appreciated the fact that Azerbaijan supports Pakistan’s position regarding Kashmir. Similarly, he added, Pakistan’s position in some other matters was a mirror of mutual harmony. A road trade agreement will help in furthering bilateral ties to new heights, he added.

He also told the delegation that the Government of Pakistan is expanding its land routes to nearby countries by laying a vast network of important national highways in Balochistan.

Azerbaijan Minister of Digital Development and Transport Rashad Nabiyev emphasized that coordination between the two countries in terms of roads and transport was a guarantee of economic development throughout the region. “Azerbaijan has heavily invested in road infrastructure, railways, and airports in some of its newly developed land areas, and the minister encouraged that Pakistan may benefit by using Azerbaijan as a transit route to the West”, he said.

The minister said that the process of laying land links and highways between Pakistan and Azerbaijan, through Iran, will promote trade, industry, tourism and culture between the two countries.

Dar urges to further deepen US-Pakistan economic, trade ties

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ISLAMABAD, Jul 18 (APP): Federal Minister Finance and Revenue Minister Senator, Muhammad Ishaq Dar on Tuesday appreciated the support and cooperation of the US and reiterated the desire of the government to further deepen bilateral economic and trade ties with the US.

Mr Brent Neiman, Deputy Under Secretary of the US Department of Treasury along with Mr. Donald Blome Ambassador of the United States of America to Pakistan called on Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar at Finance Division, said a press release issued by Ministry of Finance here.

Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar warmly greeted Mr Brent Neiman and highlighted the deep-rooted historic and durable bilateral relations with the United States on economic and trade fronts.
The Finance Minister thanked the US administration and the US Department of Treasury for their role in the conclusion of an agreement with the IMF.

The Finance Minister also apprised of the economic policies and programmes taken by the government in order to set the economy from stability to growth.
He further updated the US delegation on the talks held with the IMF and informed them of the GoP’s firm commitment to complete the SBA.

Mr Brent Neiman appreciated the steps taken by the government in implementing timely reforms in the fiscal as well as monetary policy.
He further stressed the continuity of these actions and policies in order to keep Pakistan on a positive economic trajectory.

Mr Brent Neiman also highlighted the importance of economic and trade relations between the US and Pakistan.
He added that Pakistan has been a significant partner of the US global ties. He also appreciated the export potential of Pakistan and expressed the desire of the US to further strengthen ties with Pakistan, especially in terms of trade and finance.

No decision so far on NA dissolution date: Marriyum

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ISLAMABAD, Jul 18 (APP): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb on Tuesday said so far no decision had been taken on the date for dissolution of the National Assembly.

“A decision has not been taken yet on the NA’s dissolution date. The date will be decided in consultation with the PDM (Pakistan Democratic Movement) and allied parties, and it will be officially announced,” the minister tweeted.

Federal Minister for Law and Justice Senator Azam Nazir Tarar chaired a meeting of the committee regarding the formulation of Power Generation policy for Gilgit Baltistan

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Federal Minister for Law and Justice Senator Azam Nazir Tarar chaired a meeting of the committee regarding the formulation of Power Generation policy for Gilgit Baltistan
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FM Bilawal for unlocking true potential of Pakistan’s relations with world

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ISLAMABAD, Jul 18 (APP):Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Tuesday said that during the last 15 months of the incumbent government, Pakistan’s engagement with the countries had improved, though the true potential of relations could not be unlocked.

The foreign minister, addressing the dinner reception hosted by him for the diplomatic corps in the Federal Capital, said that during his tenure, he tried to restore the engagement with the countries.

He said that he was shocked to see the immense potential for Pakistan in the countries he had been visiting during the last 15 months.

Calling it an honour to serve as the foreign minister, he spoke high for Pakistan’s diplomats and officers for their efforts to contribute to the working of the Foreign Affairs Ministry.

He thanked the diplomats for their efforts in furthering Pakistan’s relations with their respective countries and appreciated the work of the officers of the Ministry.

He told the diplomats that he tried to run the ministry purely on professional terms isolating it from the domestic politics.

“We started this journey 15 months ago with the aim of returning a sense of professionalism over populism to the foreign ministry,” he remarked.

Coming to the international scenario, the foreign minister said the modern world challenges were not restrained by the borders and exemplified climate change-induced catastrophic floods in Pakistan.

He said the issue of the climate change could not be addressed in isolation rather it required concerted efforts.

Recalling Pakistan’s role at the COP27, the foreign minister said the outcome of the meeting had not been possible without the the support form other participating countries.

Foreign Minister Bilawal extended gratitude to the friendly countries for their support to Pakistan enabling it to reach the agreement with the International Monetary Fund.

He told the gathering that the country was heading towards elections and for any government, the only way to deliver was to focus on goals and aims by strengthening the institutions, including the federal and provincial parliaments.

“I am optimistic that after we conduct the elections in a timely manner, we will be able to return to a sense of political stability,” the foreign minister commented.

PM expresses gratitude to UAE President for his firm support to economic stability

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Irfan Khan
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ISLAMABAD, July 18 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday conveyed his profound gratitude to United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed for his firm support to the economic and financial stability of Pakistan which certainly manifested his deep affection and care for the welfare of the people of Pakistan.

During a telephonic call with the UAE president, the prime minister also conveyed gratitude for the deposits of USD 1 billion in the State Bank of Pakistan, PM Office Media Wing said in a press release.

Recalling his successful visit to UAE in January, the prime minister reiterated the common resolve of leadership in both countries to translate the fraternal bonds into mutually rewarding economic ties.

Prime Minister Sharif also conveyed gratitude to the UAE president for kind invitation for COP28 and appreciated UAE’s role in combating climate change.

He also expressed satisfaction on the discussion about prospective solutions to climate change challenges held during COP28 President-designate visit to Pakistan on July 6 this year.

Both the leaders discussed further advancing economic, trade and investment ties and creation of greater opportunities for the Pakistani workforce in the UAE.

The two sides also exchanged views on a range of regional and international issues of mutual interest.

“Pakistan and UAE have a history of close relationship characterized by mutual trust and understanding, close cooperation, and an abiding tradition of supporting each other. The UAE is home to 1.7 million Pakistanis, contributing to the progress, prosperity and economic development of the two brotherly countries,” it was further added.

Commerce minister, MNAs call on PM; discuss political situation

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Irfan Khan
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ISLAMABAD, July 18 (APP): Minister for Commerce Syed Naveed Qamar and members of the National Assembly, on Tuesday, separately called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif.

During the meeting, they discussed the current political situation in the country in detail, PM Office Media Wing said in a press release.

Commerce minister, MNAs call on PM; discuss political situation

The commerce minister also briefed the prime minister about the matters related to his ministry.

Commerce minister, MNAs call on PM; discuss political situation

Separately, Nadeem Abbas Rabaira, Hamid Hameed and Abid Raza Kotla, members of the National Assembly, also called on the prime minister and briefed him about the issues of their respective constituencies.

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