Time for Pakistan to emerge as ‘prefered tourist destination’: President

DUBAI, Oct 9 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Saturday said the immense potential of Pakistan’s tourism sector could lead to sustainable development and prove as a major source of revenue for the country. Speaking at a dinner hosted in his honour by the Pakistani-origin businessmen in the United Arab Emirates, the president said it… Continue reading Time for Pakistan to emerge as ‘prefered tourist destination’: President

Pakistan Pavilion, a reflection of ‘cultural coexistance’: President

DUBAI, Oct 9 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Saturday said Pakistan was a beautiful mix of different cultures, ethnicities and civilizations, and stressed the need for projecting its positive image as a peaceful country. In an interaction with media persons after the formal inauguration of the Pakistan Pavilion here at the Dubai Expo 2020,… Continue reading Pakistan Pavilion, a reflection of ‘cultural coexistance’: President

President, UAE prime minister reaffirm resolve to strengthen Pak-UAE ties

DUBAI, Oct 9 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi and Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Rashid Al Maktoum on Saturday reiterated the resolve to further solidify the multifaceted bilateral relationship. In a meeting held here at the Leaders Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020, the two leaders reaffirmed to strengthen the… Continue reading President, UAE prime minister reaffirm resolve to strengthen Pak-UAE ties

President invites expats to benefit from Pakistan’s secure investment policies

President Dr Arif Alvi addressing the launching ceremony of Roshan Apna Ghar Program, in Dubai

DUBAI, Oct 9 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Saturday said a prosperous Pakistan was emerging in the global arena and urged overseas Pakistanis to benefit from the secure investment policies of the country. Addressing an event related to the Roshan Apna Ghar initiative for expatriates, the president said Pakistan as the fifth most populated… Continue reading President invites expats to benefit from Pakistan’s secure investment policies

Pakistan set to offer promising one-window opportunities for foreign investors: President

Shumaila Andleeb DUBAI, Oct 9 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Saturday said Pakistan was committed to offering promising business opportunities for foreign investors through one-window operations in sectors of innovation and technology. In a meeting with heads of leading investment and technology firms here, the president said the one-window facility under Special Technology Zones… Continue reading Pakistan set to offer promising one-window opportunities for foreign investors: President

Pakistan focusing on digitalization to financially empower people: President

President Dr Arif Alvi witnesses MoU sighing after a meeting with heads of leading investment and technology firms in Dubai. The President Alvi witnessed signing of three MoUs between Pakistan’s Special Technology Zones Authority with Mastercard, Galaxy racer (E-sports) and Shorooq Partners VC Funds.

DUBAI, Oct 9 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Saturday said Pakistan was focusing on the digital empowerment of people to enable them to benefit from the economic advancements of the information technology sector. Addressing an Investment Conference organized by Special Technology Zones Authority (STZA), the president said the government was making efforts to strengthen… Continue reading Pakistan focusing on digitalization to financially empower people: President

President arrives in UAE on two‑day visit; to visit Expo2020

DUBAI, Oct 9 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Saturday arrived in the United Arab Emirates on a two‑day visit, where he will meet the UAE dignitaries and also inaugurate the Pakistan Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020. The president was received by UAE’s Minister of Justice Abdullah bin Sultan bin Awad Al Nuaimi, at the… Continue reading President arrives in UAE on two‑day visit; to visit Expo2020

Dubai Expo 2020 offers unprecedented opportunities for investment: Dr Alvi

In an exclusive interview with Gulf News, he said the sectors which could attract foreign investment included renewable energy; mineral resources; real-estate; engineering; information technology; agriculture; and tourism. To a question, he said Dubai Expo 2020 was a mega event, which will run for 6 months with the participation of around 192 countries. It was… Continue reading Dubai Expo 2020 offers unprecedented opportunities for investment: Dr Alvi

President to visit to UAE on Saturday, formally open Pakistan Pavilion at Dubai Expo

By Shumaila Andleeb DUBAI (United Arab Emirates), Oct 8 (APP): President Arif Alvi will pay a two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Saturday, where he will formally inaugurate the Pakistan Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020. Themed as ‘Hidden Treasure’, the Pakistan Pavilion showcases the unexplored and undiscovered riches of the country. It… Continue reading President to visit to UAE on Saturday, formally open Pakistan Pavilion at Dubai Expo

Razak lauds ‘encouraging response’ for Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai

ISLAMABAD, Oct 06 (APP):Prime Minister’s Adviser on Commerce Abdul Razak Dawood Wednesday appreciated the response received for Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. “I would also like to extend my warmest gratitude to our esteemed donors whose contributions have made it possible to show to the world what the real is all about” he said this… Continue reading Razak lauds ‘encouraging response’ for Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai

Pakistan participation in Expo 2020 to renew closer connection, effective interaction with UAE: Afzaal Mahmood

ISLAMABAD, Oct 4 (APP):Pakistan participation in Expo 2020 Dubai would renew closer connection and effective interaction with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) through high-level visits, display of Pakistani products and closer collaboration between business communities on both sides, a top Pakistani official said. “Our participation would renew closer connection and effective interaction between our two… Continue reading Pakistan participation in Expo 2020 to renew closer connection, effective interaction with UAE: Afzaal Mahmood

Pakistan Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai hosts 8000 visitors

Pakistan Pavilion successfully hosted over 8000 visitors on the very first day at Expo 2020 Dubai and the count is still on. The principal curator of Pakistan Pavilion at Dubai Expo described the facility as a “game changer” for the country shortly before the much-awaited global trade show opened with a 90-minute glittering ceremony last… Continue reading Pakistan Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai hosts 8000 visitors

Dubai Expo 2020 to promote global development: President Xi

ISLAMABAD, Oct 2 (APP): Chinese President Xi Jinping has said that the Dubai Expo 2020 would offer the participating countries an opportunity to promote global development. In his welcome speech via video to mark the opening of the China Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Friday, the Expo would… Continue reading Dubai Expo 2020 to promote global development: President Xi

Pakistan Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai to showcase 180 events and 7,000-year-old civilization

ISLAMABAD, Sep 20 (APP):The Pakistan Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, built at a cost of around Dh110.2 million (around $30 million), is primed to take visitors on a voyage through time while featuring ‘hidden treasures’ of the country. Afzaal Mahmood, Ambassador of Pakistan to the UAE, said: “Pakistan pavilion is now ready under the theme… Continue reading Pakistan Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai to showcase 180 events and 7,000-year-old civilization

Dubai Expo 2020: PM directs to highlight Pakistan’s investment opportunities

ISLAMABAD, Aug 23 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday directed the authorities concerned to highlight from the Pakistan Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020 the immense investment opportunities offered by the government to foreign investors. Chairing a review meeting on Pakistan’s participation in Expo 2020 in October, the prime minister stressed on giving special focus… Continue reading Dubai Expo 2020: PM directs to highlight Pakistan’s investment opportunities

Global conference on public-private partnership to take place during Expo 2020 Dubai

ISLAMABAD, Jul 28 (APP):The Dubai Government’s Department of Finance (DoF) will organise an international conference on public-private partnership (PPP) on October 10-11 under the umbrella of Expo 2020 Dubai. Titled the Dubai International Public-Private Partnership Conference, the event will help advance Dubai’s development strategy and raise its profile as a commercial and investment hub that… Continue reading Global conference on public-private partnership to take place during Expo 2020 Dubai

Expo 2020 Dubai site to provide rapid COVID-19 testing

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ISLAMABAD, Jun 29 (APP): Expo 2020 Dubai has introduced a number of precautionary measures across the site including rapid COVID-19 testing to prevent the spread of coronavirus at the world’s largest exhibition, said the organizers. The organizers said they have acted responsibly to meet the challenges of COVID-19, developing protocols, guidelines and precautionary measures that… Continue reading Expo 2020 Dubai site to provide rapid COVID-19 testing

Qureshi meets UAE minister; discusses bilateral ties, investment

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP):Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi Monday met the UAE Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan and discussed enhancement of bilateral trade, investment in Pakistan especially in hospitality industry. The meeting took place during the three-day visit of Foreign Minister Qureshi to the UAE started Sunday. “Good meeting… Continue reading Qureshi meets UAE minister; discusses bilateral ties, investment

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