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Pakistan community’s participation in Luxembourg International Bazaar appreciated
ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP):The Pakistan embassy in Belgium appreciated on Saturday the active participation of the Pakistan community in Luxembourg at the ongoing Luxembourg International Bazaar featuring stalls from across the world.
“The vibrant Pakistani stall showcased variety of beautiful handicrafts, food and textiles,” it said on X, formerly twitter.
We appreciate active participation of the 🇵🇰community in 🇱🇺 at the ongoing Luxembourg International Bazaar featuring stalls from across the 🌎
The vibrant 🇵🇰stall showcased variety of beautiful handicrafts, food and textiles. @ForeignOfficePk @MFA_Lu @amnabaloch4#Luxembourg pic.twitter.com/hq6897kLHI
— Pakistan Embassy Belgium (@EmbassyPakBel) November 25, 2023
Projects with ‘sizable’ investment under SIFC to be signed before elections: PM
ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP):Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Saturday said that projects with ‘sizable figure’ of investment under Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) would be signed before end of the current caretaker setup.
“In the coming weeks, the nation will hear good news as we are soon going to Kuwait, UAE, Saudi Arabia and to other countries to sign Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) of the projects worth billions of dollars,” the prime minister said in an interview with a private news channel.
Pakistan and Kuwait will sign seven Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) for investment worth $10 billion in Pakistan through seven projects in multiple fields including environment, mining and food security during the upcoming visit of Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar to Kuwait.
PM Kakar said SIFC was a fully professional initiative that was being run under best international practices. “I see a natural and organic growth in it.”
To a question, the prime minister explained that the investment never come so early. He said first the government had to pass through negotiation process on bankable projects, then there come the feasibility stage, then MoUs are signed and then it transformed to tangible projects.
He said the SIFC had got the institutional support, and changes of governments would not affect the progress of the projects under the Council.
PM Kakar said some segments were misleading the people that all the estimated investment amount worth $70 billion would at once be deposited in the Pakistani banks by the friendly countries.
To a query, the prime minister pointed out that the caretaker setup with support of the state, had successfully halted the cross border smuggling of dollars and other goods that would continue in future as well.
As regards upcoming general elections in the country, he said the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) was fully prepared to hold general elections on the given date. He said the caretaker government was also well aware of its role to assist the ECP in ensuring transparent and secure election process.
To a question about security situation in the country, the prime minister maintained that there were serious security threats especially in Balochistan which were expected to increase in the days to come. However, he said he did not want to relate these security concerns with elections.
To a question about complaints by the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for not being given level playing fields for election campaign, PM Kakar clarified that the government was not denying the field to any political party. “Normally, the political parties use multiple tactics to attract sympathies of their voters, and the victim card is quite common among those tactics,” he said.
The prime minister said the the government was neither discriminating any of the party nor it is giving undue favor to any other.
He said the caretaker government was not imposing restrictions to hold political rallies or gatherings in Islamabad or any other part of the country.
However, he said the caretakers were bound to restrict those involved in the 9th May incidents as per the law as their matter was under trial in the counts.
He said the basic role of ECP is to give equal opportunities to all the political parties in general election.
As regards, missing person in Balochistan, the prime minister made it clear that no institution was involved in enforced disappearance in the country. He said the people involved in terrorism should be presented in the courts.
“Our view is that this is a campaign by some activists to malign the state institutions,” he added.
As regards trial of PTI Chairman Imran Khan and PTI leader Shah Mehmood Qureshi in the Judicial Complex, the prime minister said the government would follow the court order in this regard.
Saudi-Pakistan friendship agreement marks 72 years, continues to foster positive impacts: Dr. Naif
ISLAMABAD, Nov 25 (APP): The friendship agreement inked between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan on November 25, 1951 continues to yield positive and evolving impacts on both nations in a testament to enduring brotherhood.
On the occasion of the 72nd anniversary of this significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between two fraternal nations, Saudi Press Attaché Dr. Naif Al-Otaibi shared the momentous development on his social media account on ‘X’.
He said this historic accord, signed by the then Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Abdulaziz, and Pakistani Plenipotentiary Minister Abdul Sattar Sait, laid the foundation for a robust and lasting alliance.
He, in an exclusive interview with APP, said the agreement laid the groundwork for a deep and enduring friendship that had stood the test of time. Since its inception, he said Saudi Arabia and Pakistan had enjoyed a relationship characterized by mutual respect, cooperation, and shared values.
He said the positive impacts of this longstanding friendship were particularly evident in the economic realm as both countries had engaged in fruitful collaborations, with Saudi Arabia emerging as a key investor in various sectors of Pakistan’s economy. He mentioned that the signing of numerous economic agreements and the establishment of joint ventures had further strengthened economic ties, contributing to the prosperity of both nations.
Dr. Naif said the strategic dimension of this friendship had also played a pivotal role in maintaining regional stability. He said collaborations in defense and security had been paramount, with joint military exercises and the exchange of expertise enhancing the capabilities of both nations. He said this cooperation had not only ensured the security of each country but had also contributed to broader efforts aimed at fostering peace and stability in the region.
Dr. Naif said beyond the realms of politics and economics, the Saudi-Pakistan friendship had fostered rich cultural exchanges and people-to-people ties. He said the cultural affinity between the two nations had been celebrated through various events, promoting a better understanding of each other’s traditions, customs, and heritage from time to time.
He further mentioned that the positive impact of this friendship extended to humanitarian endeavours as both Saudi Arabia and Pakistan had consistently supported each other in times of need, standing in solidarity during natural disasters and crises. He said this collaborative approach reflected the depth of the fraternal bonds that existed between the two nations.
As the friendship agreement enters its eighth decade, Dr. Naif said the leaders of Saudi Arabia and Pakistan continued to express a commitment to further strengthen and diversify their ties. Highlighting a forward-looking vision, he said it included exploring new avenues for cooperation in emerging sectors, reinforcing cultural exchanges, and enhancing people-to-people connections.
He said the historic friendship agreement, initiated in 1951, remained a cornerstone of stability, prosperity, and mutual respect between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. As both nations continue to evolve in the modern geopolitical landscape, he said these enduring bonds stood as a testament to the positive and transformative power of diplomatic relations built on shared values and common goals.
LCCI awards Best Performance Certificates to 150 Conveners
LAHORE, Nov 25 (APP):Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) President Kashif Anwar Saturday awarded Best Performance Certificates to the Conveners of 150 Standing Committees who played proactive and vibrant role for the cause of business and economic activities.
LCCI President Kashif Anwar highlighted the pivotal role played by the Standing Committees of the LCCI, serving as the intellectual hub through their invaluable economic feedback derived from extensive brainstorming sessions.
Addressing a certification distribution ceremony among Conveners of LCCI Standing Committees on Saturday, LCCI President Kashif Anwar emphasized the committees’ function as a collective brain trust. These committees, through rigorous deliberations, contribute crucial economic insights that shape the chamber’s stance on pertinent issues. The ceremony acknowledged the dedication and expertise of the Conveners and underscored their role in fostering informed decision-making within the LCCI.
The Conveners who received Best Performance Certificates include: Muhammad Haroon Arora Achivement Awards, Muhammad Rafique Agri Commodity Export, Syed Zulfiqar Hussain Anti-Drugs/Narcotics, Ms. Tanzila Yousaf Art & Culture, Raja Hassan Akhtar Association Of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), Wasif Yousaf Audio, Visual & Digital Signage, Waqar Ali Auto Accessories, Muhammad Farhan Auto Air Conditioning, Waseem Yousaf Auto Parts Manufacturing And Exports, Muhammad Muaz Qureshi Automobile Vehicles Sale (New & Imported), Mian Zahid Bashir Automobile Vehicles Sale (Used), Muhammad Umer Awareness On Hong Kong Trade, Syed Salman Ali Banking Affairs, Ansar Saeed Butt Business, Tourism & Culture Exchange With USA, Zeeshan Zia Raja Business-Women Think Tank, Mian Majid Ali Afzal Central Asia Trade Facilitation, Rao Khurshid Ali Chemical Importers & Traders, Altaf Hussain Turab Code Of Corporate Governance, Mian Rehman Aziz Chan Cold Storages, Mian Tariq Javed Collaboration Between Lcci & Poc (Pakistan Overseas Community), Muhammad Haroon Commercial Importers, Ghulam Sarwar Malik Cottage Industry Liaison, Amir Ali CPEC, Khawaja Wasif Hameed Crockery Import, Mrs. Firdous Nisar Culture & Heritage, Muhammad Ali Afzal Customs And Valuation, Muhammad Nadeem Customs Intelligence, Syed Hasan Raza Dairy & Livestock, Shouban Akhtar Daroghawala Industrial Affairs, Sheikh Muhammad Ibrahim Delegation, M. Faisal Ishaq Butt Development Of Packaging Sector, Aurangzeb Aslam Digital Imaging, Sheikh Muhammad Ibrahim Diplomatic, Foreign Missions & Embassies Liaison, Tariq Suleman Discount Cards, Shah Hassan E-Commerce & It For Export Sector, Saad Farrukh Electric Vehicles, Muhammad Akram Embroidery Laces & Fashion Brands, Haji Mian Tariq Feroz Enchroachment (Abid Market And Allied Areas), Mujahid Maqsood Butt Enhancing Liaison Of Traders With Government Departments, Ms. Talat Hafeez Fashion & Clothing Exports, Dr. Arif Bilal Ferozepur Road Manufacturers & Exporters Affairs, Kashif Anwar Finance & Taxation, Muhammad Ejaz Tanveer Fmcg Sector, Muhammad Arshad Ch. Food Stuff & Packaging, Kh. Waseem Yousaf Footwear, Muhammad Javed Bhatti Fresh Fruits And Vegetables, Saddam Akhtar Khan Fresh Fruits And Vegetables Export, Haji Muhammad Usman Arshad Fresh Fruits And Vegetables Import, Mian Faryad Ahmad Raza Furniture Import Affairs, Mian Aamir Yaqoob Garments & Clothing, Nabeel Mahmood Tariq Goods Transport, Mian Abdul Jabbar Anjum Hajj & Umera Affairs, Haji Munir Ahmed Ch. Hajj & Umrah, Ahmad Rashid Halal Foods Certification, Ms. Shamim Akhtar Health & Otc Products, Syed Umar Shahid Herbal & Spices, Hussnain Abbas Mirza Higher Education Affairs, Ahsan Iqbal Waris Homeo Pharma & Health Care, Saleem Shakir Sajjan Human Rights (Christian Community), Ahmad Fraz Arshad Import Of Bearings, Azmat Javed Industrial Solutions, Dr. Shahid Raza Industry-Academia Linkage & Bio Technology, Sajjad Ahmad Naseer Information Technology And Open Source Software Promotion & Development, Muhammad Usman Integrated Marketing Communication, Allama Tahir Abbas Al-Asri Interfaith Harmony, Rao Khurshid Ali International Fairs, Exhibitions & Delegations, Mian Attiq Rehman Issues Of Carpet Industry, Hafiz Allahud Din Qadri Issues Of Importers & Exporters (General Items), Danish Malik Issues Of Industrial Bearing Import, Sheikh Tariq Mehmood Issues Of Poultry & Layer Industry, Muhammad Khubaib Issues Of Travel Agents, Mian Jabbar Khalid It Awards, Abdul Basit Kala Bagh Dam, Nisar Chaudhry Lahore Restaurants Association, Muhammad Waseem Law & Order (Dharampura), Ch. Muhammad Rashid Law & Order (Model Town), Ch. Navid Ayoub Law & Order (Rehman Galian Brandreth Road), Rana Bashir Ahmad Lcci Liaison With Cooperative Housing Societies (Lahore Cantt), Muhammad Nadeem Lcci Liaison With Developers, Builders And Housing Schemes (Gulberg), Sheikh Amjad Manzoor Lcci Liaison With Developers, Builders And Housing Societies (Ferozpur Road Lahore), Faisal Abbas Lcci Liaison With Real Estate & Builders, (Dha Lahore), Zafar Mehmood Ch. Lcci Purchase, Khamis Saeed Lcci Traffic Police Liaison, Muhammad Adnan Khalid Butt Lcn Printing & Publications, Haseeb Ullah Khan Legal Education, Muhammad Ashraf Bhatti Local Trade & Market Affairs (Anarkali Lahore), Umar Abdullah Manufacturing, Castings And Assemblers Concerns, Mian Abdul Hanan Meat Export, Dr. Mukhtar Hussain Chaudhry Medical Professional, Zeshan Khalil Membership, Sardar Azhar Sultan Mobile Phone Accessories, Rizwan Ahmad Motorcycle Auto Parts Trade, Sheikh Umer Hussain Non-Woven Packaging, Tariq Mehmood Oems Auto Parts Manufacturers, Sheikh Abdul Sattar Packing Material & Auto Packing Machinery, Shahbaz Sidique Pak China Business Relation, Malik Nadeem Khan Pak Us Trade Enhancement, Eng. Siddiq-Ur-Rehman Rana Pak-China Knowledge Corridor, Syed Muhammad Saleem Shah Pak-Iraq Business Promotion, Javed Ijaz Pakistan Uzbekistan And Afghanistan Trade Promotion, Naveed Aslam Pakistan-Australia Business Promotion, Sheikh Khurram Aftab Pakistan-Cis Trade Relations, Syed Ali Raza Rizvi Pakistan-Iran Business Promotion, Khadim Hussain Pakistan-Italy Trade Promotion, Mian Shabbir Ahmad Pakistan-Maldives Business Relation, Jamshaid Akbar Bhatti Pakistan-Poland Trade Relations, Gohar Rehman Pakistan-Portugal Business Relations, Muhammad Tayyab Pakistan-Uk Business Promotion, Naseer Babar Hajvery Pakistan-Uk Business Relation, Haji Muhammad Asif Sahar Pakistan-Uk Trade, Khamis Saeed Paper Trade And Appma Affairs, Shahzad Ahmad Pharmaceutical Trade, Muhammad Ajaz Mushtaq Plastic & Rubber Auto Parts Manufacturing, Chaudhry Wajid Ali Plastic Industry & Trade, Muhammad Siddique Rehan Port And Shipping, Abdul Wadood Alvi Printing & Packaging, Noman Iftikhar Khawaja Professional Skills Development, Muhammad Yaseen Promotion Of Sewing Machinery Trade, Ahmad Mustafa Promotion Of Young Entrepreneurship, Haji Rasheed Ray Rachna Industrial Park, Muhammad Nawaz Real Estate Affairs (Dha Lahore), Javaid Akhtar Relationship Development In Middle East, Dr. Tariq Mehmood Shareefzada Religious Affairs, Manzoor Hussain Jaffery Religious Tourism Affairs, Zafar Mehmood Ch. (Svp, Lcci) Research & Development, Prof. Dr. Amina Muazzam Restorative Mental Health And Wellness For Industry, Ms. Aamna Randhawa Saloon & Aesthetic, M. Shahid Noor Schools Education, Haji Muhammad Nazir Shalamar Hospital, Amreek Singh Singh Business Community Affairs, Sajid Hussain Small Business Harmonization, Shahid Khan Small Gems, Jewellery & Tools, Ashfaq Ahmad Small Traders Market Affairs (Liberty Market), Syeda Mujtaba Rozi Rizvi Student Liaison, Malik Azhar Ali Sundar Industrial Estate Affairs, Mazhar Iqbal Hyee Butt Sweets & Bakers Affairs, Rehmatullah Javed Technical Education & Skill Development, Muhammad Umair Technical Training Programs, Adeeb Iqbal Sheikh Textile & Apparel, Rana Muhammad Nadeem Abbas Textile Machinery Parts & Traders, Qamer Khalid Textile Traders & Parts, Syed Mukhtar Ali Tools & Hardware/Hvacr, Ghulam Mustafa Traders Welfare (Liberty Market), Moeen Irfan Training & Development, Ms. Sadia Yousaf Training And Counselling, Ikram Ul Haq Travel & Tourism, Muhammad Tahir Anjum Vision Of Iqbal, Ms. Aasia Saail Khan Women Business Development, Ms. Fareeha Younas Women Empowerment & Personal Development and Mrs. Eram Ambreen Women Entrepreneurs Trade Fairs.
Soon after formation, the Standing Committees were given the task of preparing sector specific research/market reports and compilation of data, LCCI President said and added that LCCI Standing Committees have been given to the brainy and experienced businessmen who have the abilities to draw a good revival plan for the national economy.
He said that all the suggestions and issues, raised by the Standing Committees, were immediately raised at all supreme forums including the Senate of Pakistan. He said that the business community always wanted to do something good for the country. He advised the Conveners of the Standing Committees to focus on the areas of growth through innovation, strategic economic reforms, brain-drain, water scarcity, power generation and hunt for new destinations for Pakistani goods. He said that all of the economic ideas from the standing committees would be developed as suggestions/reports and would be forwarded to the concerned government departments.
The LCCI president said that the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry was committed to play an instrumental and supportive role to eradicate the challenges being faced by the trade, industry and economy.
Kashif Anwar said that the export sector, foreign exchange reserves, high cost of doing business, tax-to-GDP ratio, growth of manufacturing sector and public sector entities (PSEs) need immediate attention.
He said that there was no second opinion about it, that if policies were formulated with the consultation of stakeholders, they were bound to yield results.
Three held for selling bread on low weigh in Quetta
QUETTA, Nov 25 (APP):District administration arrested three Tandoor owners for selling bread on low weight in respective area of Quetta on Saturday.
Magistrate Kuchlak Muhammad Harifal told APP that on special directive of Deputy Commissioner Quetta, he led the district administration team and conducted raid at respective areas including Shehbaz Town, Arbab Town, Jinnah Town and Kuchlack area and apprehended three Tandoor owners for selling breads on low weight after receiving complaints of public in this regard.
He said that some hotels’ owners and bakeries were imposed fine on poor sanitary and volition of price control in the area, despite one milk seller was also arrested involved in violation of price control.
He said that such action would be continued in order to ensure implementation price control and weight of bread for provision of facilities to public.
PR urges China for swift action on ML-1
LAHORE, Nov 25 (APP):The Pakistan Railway administration has urged swift action from Chinese authorities on the ML-1 (Mainline-1) project.
Pakistan Railway CEO Amir Baloch made the request during a warm reception of a high-level delegation from China’s National Railway Administration. The 21-member delegation, led by Zhu Mengrui, team leader of the ML-1 project, expressed full support and commitment to the timely initiation of the transformative ML-1 project. Baloch highlighted the unprecedented cooperation between Pakistan and China in energy and transport sectors, emphasizing ML-1 as a game-changer that will revolutionize Pakistan’s transport and boost revenue in the freight sector. Mengrui assured collaborative efforts in addressing all aspects, including financing schemes and design proposals, marking a significant step towards enhancing economic ties and reducing transportation costs with the establishment of economic zones linked to ML-1.
Wang Chen from the Science and Technology Department of the Chinese Railways was also a prominent member of the 21-member delegation.
