President for undoing Indian evils, portrayal of Pakistan’s true image

ISLAMABAD, Feb 06 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi Saturday said that in order to seek a solution to Kashmir dispute, Pakistan would have to undo the Indian evils and portray true image of its own in the comity of nations. “We will have to undo the evils of India which labeled us for terrorism, opposed… Continue reading President for undoing Indian evils, portrayal of Pakistan’s true image

Pakistan calls for combating Islamophobia on first-ever International Day of Human Fraternity

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UNITED NATIONS, Feb 05 (APP): Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting religious tolerance, understanding and cooperation at home and abroad at a virtual event held to commemorate the first-ever International Day of Human Fraternity, observed on Thursday. “A recent manifestation of this commitment is the opening of Kartarpur Corridor, the world’s largest Gurdwara, allowing… Continue reading Pakistan calls for combating Islamophobia on first-ever International Day of Human Fraternity

UNGA adopts resolution on protecting religious sites; Pakistan calls it part of PM Imran’s anti-Islamophobia efforts

UNITED NATIONS, Jan 22 (APP): The UN General Assembly has unanimously adopted a new resolution sponsored by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and other Islamic countries that condemns offences against religious sites and calls for greater efforts to promote a culture of tolerance and peace at all levels. “The adoption of this resolution is a part of… Continue reading UNGA adopts resolution on protecting religious sites; Pakistan calls it part of PM Imran’s anti-Islamophobia efforts

2nd Trilateral FM’s Meeting declaration reinforces efforts for peace, prosperity

ISLAMABAD, Jan 13 (APP): The 2nd Trilateral Meeting of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan,Turkey and Azerbaijan on Wednesday, while noting their significant contributions towards promotion of peace, stability and development in their respective regions, resolved to further advance these ideals for shared prosperity and security in the broader region. The 2nd trilateral meeting… Continue reading 2nd Trilateral FM’s Meeting declaration reinforces efforts for peace, prosperity

As Islamophobia grows, Pakistan, Turkey agree on collaboration to portray true Islamic values

ISLAMABAD, Jan 13 (APP): Pakistan and Turkey Wednesday, while expressing concern on the growing phenomenon of Islamophobia, agreed to increase collaboration for reflecting true Islamic values and enhancing interfaith harmony globally. The matter was discussed in a bilateral meeting between Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi and his Turkish counterpart Mevlut Cavusoglu here at the… Continue reading As Islamophobia grows, Pakistan, Turkey agree on collaboration to portray true Islamic values

Pakistan urges UN and OIC to promote solutions for Kashmir, other protracted conflicts

UNITED NATIONS, Jan 07 (APP): Pakistan has urged the U.N. and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to develop common strategies and plans to find just solutions for some of the most complex and protracted challenges, including the conflicts in Kashmir and Palestine, that threaten world peace and security. “While conflicts affect many parts of… Continue reading Pakistan urges UN and OIC to promote solutions for Kashmir, other protracted conflicts

Coronavirus pandemic poses serious threat to human lives: PM

Coronavirus pandemic poses serious threat to human lives: PM

ISLAMABAD, Dec 8 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan Tuesday said that there should be no politics on coronavirus pandemic because it posed threats to human lives and the country’s health system could not afford its large scale spread. During a meeting of the cabinet, the prime minister also took notice of the provision of oxygen… Continue reading Coronavirus pandemic poses serious threat to human lives: PM

UNGA adopts Pak-sponsored resolution calling for respect for sacred religious symbols

UNITED NATIONS, Dec 03 (APP): Despite vehement opposition from European Union and other western nations as well as India, the UN General Assembly Wednesday adopted a Pakistan-Philippines sponsored resolution on promoting inter religious and intercultural dialogue that underscored the need for respecting sacred religious symbols. The resolution received a majority of 90 votes, none against,… Continue reading UNGA adopts Pak-sponsored resolution calling for respect for sacred religious symbols

FM urges int’l community to resolutely oppose divisive policies

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ISLAMABAD, Dec 2 (APP): Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi Wednesday urged the international community to resolutely oppose divisive policies based on prejudice, discrimination and Islamophobia. The foreign minister was participating in a joint session of virtual TRT World Forum titled “New Realities in Foreign Affairs and Interstate Relations after Covid-19.” Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut… Continue reading FM urges int’l community to resolutely oppose divisive policies

OIC unanimously adopts Pakistan-sponsored resolution on Islamophobia

ISLAMABAD, Nov 28 (APP): In a landmark development, the OIC on Saturday unanimously adopted a Pakistan-sponsored resolution regarding Islamophobia which was tabled during the 47th Session of the OIC CFM (Council of Foreign Ministers) in Niamey, Niger. The resolution was drafted in the context of rising incidents of Islamophobia in many parts of the world.… Continue reading OIC unanimously adopts Pakistan-sponsored resolution on Islamophobia

FM seeks Ummah’s joint efforts to deal with pandemic, Islamophobia

FM seeks Ummah's joint efforts to deal with pandemic, Islamophobia

ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Friday called for joint efforts by the Muslim Ummah to effectively address the challenges of COVID-19 pandemic and Islamophobia. “We need to coordinate our actions, benefit from each other’s experiences and pool our resources by bringing governments, scientists and research institutions together,” he said while… Continue reading FM seeks Ummah’s joint efforts to deal with pandemic, Islamophobia

FM Qureshi discusses Islamophobia, HR abuses in IIOJK with OIC chief

ISLAMABAD, Nov 12 (APP):Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi Thursday phoned OIC Secretary General Dr Yousef A Al-Othaimeen and discussed with him the incidents of Islamophobia and hate speech, besides human rights abuses in Kashmir. Discussing a wide range of issues related to the Muslim Ummah, the foreign minister highlighted that as a founding member of… Continue reading FM Qureshi discusses Islamophobia, HR abuses in IIOJK with OIC chief

Pakistan warns against perils of inciting hatred based on religion

UNITED NATIONS, Nov 06 (APP): Voicing concern over rising Islamophobia in the world, Pakistan on Thursday urged the UN Human Rights Council to take urgent steps to instill a better understanding of the dangers of incitement to hatred and discrimination based on one’s religion. “Today, Islamophobia is unmistakable in the political manifestos of certain political… Continue reading Pakistan warns against perils of inciting hatred based on religion

Opposition showing irresponsible attitude to protect looted money: Gill

LAHORE, Oct 30 (APP):Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Political Communication Shahbaz Gill said on Friday that Prime Minister Imran Khan had always given a befitting reply to anti Islam forces to foil their nefarious designs. He said this while addressing the press conference at the Press Information department here. He said:” Prime Minister Imran… Continue reading Opposition showing irresponsible attitude to protect looted money: Gill

PM vows to run campaign to rid world of Islamophobia, blasphemy

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ISLAMABAD, Oct 30 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan Friday vowed to run a campaign by activating the Islamic states’ leaders to make the Western world understand that the Muslims get hurt the most due to disrespect of Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). “We are 1.25 billion Muslims. Why can’t we do that? I feel… Continue reading PM vows to run campaign to rid world of Islamophobia, blasphemy

‘Goodwill gesture, not pressure’ the reason behind Indian pilot’s release: FO

ISLAMABAD, Oct 29 (APP): The Foreign Office on Thursday categorically rejected the impression that the release of captured Indian air force pilot by Pakistan last February, was made under any pressure. “There was no pressure on the Pakistani government to release Indian pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan,” Foreign Office Spokesperson Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri said at the… Continue reading ‘Goodwill gesture, not pressure’ the reason behind Indian pilot’s release: FO

Senator Faisal Javed resigns from Pakistan-France Parliamentary Friendship group

Senator Faisal Javed Thursday resigned from Pakistan-France Parliamentary Friendship group in Senate in protest of French President’s remarks to flare up Islamophobia in Europe. The Senator in a letter to the Chairman said such actions by the French President Emmanuel Macron contributed and further invigorated the Islamophobia, pointed out by Prime Minister Imran Khan. He… Continue reading Senator Faisal Javed resigns from Pakistan-France Parliamentary Friendship group

PM writes letter to Muslim leaders for joint action against Islamophobia

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday wrote a letter to leaders of the Muslim countries for a collective action to counter the growing trend of Islamophobia. The Prime Minister shared on twitter the image of the two-page letter, urging the leaders to act urgently against Islamophobia. “My letter to leaders of Muslim states to act… Continue reading PM writes letter to Muslim leaders for joint action against Islamophobia

Pakistan summons French envoy over Islamophobic campaign

The ambassador of France was summoned here at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday to convey deep concerns over the recent Islamophobic campaign. The envoy was called in over systematic resurgence of blasphemous acts of republication of caricatures of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H) and desecration of Holy Quran by certain irresponsible elements. The… Continue reading Pakistan summons French envoy over Islamophobic campaign

PM has warned World that Islamophobia is hurting emotions of Muslim Ummah: Qibla Ayaz

ISLAMABAD, Oct 26 (APP): Chairman, Council of Islamic Ideology Dr. Qibla Ayaz has said it is unfortunate that the French President is actively involved in Islamophobia. Earlier, Prime Minister Imran Khan took up the issue of Islamophobia at UNGA and at other international forums as well. There are certain elements in western countries that are… Continue reading PM has warned World that Islamophobia is hurting emotions of Muslim Ummah: Qibla Ayaz

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