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Families enjoy in a Zoo at Rawal Lake Park in the Federal Capital
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A street vendor displaying traditional sweet stuff (Cotton Candy) to attract customers at Rawal Lake Park
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Gypsy girls playing on Greenbelt of G-7 in the Federal Capital
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IESCO workers busy installing new electricity meters in residential flats at G-7 in Federal Capital
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PFA discards 1200-kg pickle
SARGODHA, Dec 13 (APP): The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) on Wednesday wasted 1200-kg fungus-infected pickle during a crackdown in the district.
According to a press release issued by the PFA, a food safety team conducted a raid at a
factory in Suleman Colony and pickle was being prepared with unwholesome items.
The team wasted 1200-kg unhygienic pickle and imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 on the
owner.
Pakistan women team reach Christchurch for two ODIs matches
ISLAMABAD, Dec 13 (APP): Pakistan women’s team reached Christchurch on Wednesday to play the remaining two ODIs of the series at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch.
The ODIs are part of the ICC Women’s Championship 2022-25.
Pakistan women’s team will participate in the training session on Thursday afternoon.
The second ODI between Pakistan and New Zealand women’s cricket teams will be played in Christchurch on Friday, while
the third and final match of the ODI series will be played on December 18.
Series schedule:
3 Dec – 1st T20I, Dunedin (Pakistan women beat New Zealand women by seven wickets)
5 Dec – 2nd T20I, Dunedin (Pakistan women beat New Zealand women by 10 runs)
9 Dec – 3rd T20I, Queenstown (New Zealand women beat Pakistan women by six runs on DLS)
12 Dec – 1st ODI, Queenstown (New Zealand women beat Pakistan women by 131 runs)
15 Dec – 2nd ODI, Christchurch (2pm local time) (ICC Women’s Championship)
18 Dec – 3rd ODI, Christchurch (2pm local time) (ICC Women’s Championship)
Meher Kashif highlights Kyrgyzstan-Pakistan strategic alignment for economic growth and cooperation
ISLAMABAD, Dec 13 (APP): Chairman Kyrgyzstan Trade House Meher Kashif Younis on Wednesday said the strategic alignment of Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan, through China international land routes offers a gateway to manifold economic opportunities, bolstering trade, fostering cooperation, and contributing to the overall development of the region.
Talking to a delegation of exporters and importers led by Faran Shahid, he said bilateral trade between landlocked Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan, facilitated by China through land routes, holds immense potential for economic growth and regional connectivity.
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) serves as a crucial conduit, linking these geographically distant nations. Kyrgyzstan, nestled in Central Asia, lacks direct access to seaports, making overland trade routes vital for its economic development.
He said moreover, the collaboration enhances regional stability by fostering economic interdependence.
He said as goods flow more seamlessly through these land routes by a fleet of NLC,(National Logistics Corporation) the potential for mutual investments and joint ventures between Kyrgyz and Pakistani businesses increases.
This economic synergy after successful Pak export consignment to Kyrgyzstan by NLC containers not only benefits the two nations directly involved but also contributes to the broader economic integration of Central and South Asia.
Meher Kashif Younis who is also Coordinator to the Minister of State and Federal Tax Ombudsman and vice president of Gold Ring Economic Forum, a strategic think tank, said the efficient transportation can significantly reduce transit times and costs, fostering a more robust economic partnership.
Kyrgyzstan, with its rich reserves of minerals and agricultural products, can tap into Pakistan’s market, while Pakistani industries gain access to Kyrgyz resources.
He said Ulanbek Totuiaev Kyrgyzstan Ambassador to Pakistan is instrumental for promoting and strengthening bilateral cooperation between two countries.
RDA to open its Facilitation Desk in ICCI to facilitate business community
ISLAMABAD, Dec 13 (APP): Muhammad Saif Anwar Jappa, Director General, Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) visited the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI).
He briefed the business community about the construction of Rawalpindi Ring Road (RRR) and the plan of establishing industrial zones as well as fruit & vegetable market on this project to promote commercial and industrial activities.
He also announced the opening of a Facilitation Desk of RDA in ICCI to facilitate the business community in matters to RDA.
He said that RDA had intended to conduct a survey in collaboration with the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry to identify a suitable location for an industrial zone on Ring Road and desired that ICCI should become a stakeholder in this important project to promote industrialization.
He said that to bolster the business and industrial activities, the Punjab government has set up a Business Facilitation Centre as a one-stop shop facility and the business community of Islamabad should take benefit of its services while exploring business and investment opportunities in Punjab.
He invited the ICCI delegation to visit RDA to get a detailed briefing on the RRR project and the scope of business and industrial activities on it.
Faad Waheed, Senior Vice President, Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry said that ICCI has been working on a new industrial zone in the region for a long time and emphasized that the RDA should take ICCI on board about the industrial zone on Ring Road so that this project could be set up at a suitable location that should have easy access to the twin cities.
He thanked RDA for announcing the opening of its Facilitation Desk in ICCI and hoped that it would provide great facilitation to ICCI members.
Azhar ul Islam Zafar, Vice President ICCI urged the RDA to inform the people about the illegal housing societies in its jurisdiction to save the potential investors from any losses.
Caretaker Minister for Maritime Affairs, communications and railways Shahid Ashraf Tarar called on caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar
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China, Pakistan to tap new cooperation in textile industry
BEIJING, Dec 13 (APP): The Vice President of China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Textiles (CCCT) Zhang Xinmin held talks with
Minister for Commerce and Industry, Dr Gohar Ejaz here.
They discussed China-Pakistan textile and garment investment and trade, the development of Pakistan’s textile industry, and the promotion of cooperation between the two sectors.
Pakistan’s textile sector is often referred to as the backbone of its economy and employs 40-45% of its total labour force.
During the meeting, Zhang mentioned that the textile and garment industry chains of China and Pakistan are highly complementary, and the two countries have great potential for cooperation in the cotton industry and trade, China Economic Net (CEN) reported on Wednesday.
“At present, the global supply chain pattern is undergoing significant changes. China and Pakistan can seize this opportunity to collaborate on organizing professional textile and garment exhibitions, trade and investment forums, business matchmaking activities, and entrepreneurial delegation exchanges,” added Zhang.
Gohar Ejaz stated that the textile industry accounts for over 60% of Pakistan’s total exports and holds great significance for the country’s economic development.
Pakistan offers a superior investment environment and unique advantages in terms of natural resources, manpower, location, market access, infrastructure, and government incentives.
“The Pakistani government places great importance on promoting cooperation and development in the textile industry between Pakistan and China. It has established a special investment promotion committee headed by the Caretaker Prime Minister to provide strong support for overseas investors looking to invest in Pakistan,” said Gohar.
It’s notable that Pakistan’s Export Advisory Council held its inaugural meeting under the chairmanship of Gohar last Friday.
According to the meeting, Pakistan aims to boost its exports to USD 50 billion within five years by enhancing its textile sector and organizing a major expo to promote related products.
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