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PM meets John Kerry; emphasises resources’ mobilisation under Loss and Damage Fund

PARIS, Jun 22 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said the realisation of the pledges for resources’ mobilisation under the Loss and Damage Fund established at COP 27 was of the utmost importance. The prime minister, in a meeting with Special US Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry, on the sidelines of New Global Financing… Continue reading PM meets John Kerry; emphasises resources’ mobilisation under Loss and Damage Fund

PM grieved over martyrdom of army jawan in South Waziristan

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ISLAMABAD, Jun 5 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Monday expressed grief and sorrow over the martyrdom of Lance Naik Muhammad Sabir who embraced martyrdom in an encounter with terrorists in Ladha, South Waziristan. The prime minister prayed for grant of patience to the bereaved family. He said the whole nation including him pay tribute to this… Continue reading PM grieved over martyrdom of army jawan in South Waziristan

Cabinet approves regulation to prohibit single use of plastic: PM

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ISLAMABAD, Jun 5 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Monday said the government had kick started Pakistan’s journey to reduce plastic waste as the federal cabinet approved “Single Use Plastics Prohibition Regulations 2023” on the occasion of World Environment Day. In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said, “Today we have kick-started Pakistan’s journey to… Continue reading Cabinet approves regulation to prohibit single use of plastic: PM

Special measures in budget for relief to poor, middle classes: PM

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairing a meeting to discuss proposals for providing relief to poor and middle class in the upcoming budget. Islamabad, 5th of June, 2023.

ISLAMABAD, Jun 5 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Monday here decided to take major steps in the budget for the welfare of poor and middle classes.He was chairing a meeting to finalize measures to provide relief to poor and middle classes of society.The PM directed that despite economic challenges, special measures should be taken for the… Continue reading Special measures in budget for relief to poor, middle classes: PM

Public welfare, business friendly policies focus of budget: PM

ISLAMABAD, Jun 5 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Monday said the focus of the budget for the financial year 2023-2024 will be progress, public welfare and business-friendly policies.He was speaking at a high-level consultative meeting with the allied parties here on the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP).He said the size of PSDP in the budget would… Continue reading Public welfare, business friendly policies focus of budget: PM

Public relief, economic development among priorities in next budget: PM

ISLAMABAD, May 30 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday said the provision of maximum relief to the masses and economic development would be among the Federal Government’s priorities in the upcoming budget for fiscal 2023-24. The prime minister, chairing a meeting to discuss the budget proposals for the industrial sector, said the federal budget would… Continue reading Public relief, economic development among priorities in next budget: PM

PM calls President Erdogan, felicitates on re-election

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ISLAMABAD, May 29 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Monday telephoned President of Turkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan and congratulated him on his re-election and expressed best wishes for him. Talking to President Erdogan, the PM said, “Your re-election is a recognition of your association with people of Turkiye and impeccable service.” President Erdogan won the re-election by… Continue reading PM calls President Erdogan, felicitates on re-election

Imran cause of economic, political instability: PM

ISLAMABAD, May 29 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Monday said Imran Niazi had a role in deepening economic challenges of Pakistan as he scrapped the deal with International Monetary Fund (IMF) and his non-stop agitation, long marches and sit-ins caused economic and political instability. In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said, “Looks like… Continue reading Imran cause of economic, political instability: PM

PM congratulates Erdogan on re-election as President of Turkiye

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ISLAMABAD, May 28 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Sunday congratulated Recep Tayyip Erdogan on his historic re-election as President of Turkiye.In a tweet on social media platform Twitter, he said, “Heartiest congratulations to my dear brother H.E. PresidentRecep Tayyip Erdogan on his historic re-election as President, Republic of Turkiye. He is one of few world leaders… Continue reading PM congratulates Erdogan on re-election as President of Turkiye

Youm-e-Takbeer, a day of nation’s remarkable journey towards credible minimum deterrence: PM

ISLAMABAD, May 28 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday said that Youm-e-Takbeer was not just a day but a story of nation’s challenging and remarkable journey towards establishing credible minimum deterrence. The prime minister on his Twitter handle that on that day, Pakistan set a redline for its defence and laid down rules… Continue reading Youm-e-Takbeer, a day of nation’s remarkable journey towards credible minimum deterrence: PM

PM felicitates nation on Youm-e-Takbir, says no compromise over country’s defence, sovereignty

ISLAMABAD, May 28 (APP):Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Sunday said the country’s defence, sovereignty, national dignity and freedom was above everything to the nation and no one had the courage to take away its freedom. In a message on the occasion of Youm-Takbir to mark the day of nuclear tests carried out by Pakistan in… Continue reading PM felicitates nation on Youm-e-Takbir, says no compromise over country’s defence, sovereignty

Sindh governor briefs PM on ongoing development projects

KARACHI, May 26 (APP): Governor of Sindh Kamran Tessori on Friday called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and briefed him in detail about the ongoing development projects in the province. The meeting took place as the prime minister is on a day long visit to the Sindh capital. The governor thanked the prime minister for… Continue reading Sindh governor briefs PM on ongoing development projects

PM condoles with Ayaz Sadiq over demise of his brother

The prime minister said his sympathies were with the bereaved family at this difficult hour. He prayed Allah Almighty to rest the departed soul in eternal peace and grant courage to the bereaved family to bear the loss with fortitude. Federal Ministers Ishaq Dar, Khawaja Asif, Azam Nazeer Tarar and Marriyum Aurangzeb were also present… Continue reading PM condoles with Ayaz Sadiq over demise of his brother

May 9 tragic events a wake-up call for us: PM

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday calling the tragic and heart-rending events of May 9 a wake-up call, said the nation has to identify and expose all such people who wanted to destroy the foundations of Pakistan. “May 9 has drawn up a dividing line between the protectors and builders of… Continue reading May 9 tragic events a wake-up call for us: PM

PM condoles with Ayaz Sadiq over his brother’s death

ISLAMABAD, May 25 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday expressed deep grief and sorrow over the death of Sardar Mahmood Sadiq, the elder brother of Sardar Ayaz Sadiq. The prime minister prayed to Allah Almighty to rest the departed soul in eternal peace and elevate the ranks in paradise. He also prayed for grant of… Continue reading PM condoles with Ayaz Sadiq over his brother’s death

PM urges nation to pay tribute to Shuhada on Youm-e-Takreem Shuhada Pakistan   

ISLAMABAD, May 24 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday urged the nation to pay tribute to Shuhada on Youm-e-Takreem Shuhada Pakistan (Martyrs Reverence Day), being observed on Thursday.  In a tweet, the prime minister urged the people, including the children to visit monuments and graves of martyrs and shower flowers as sign of… Continue reading PM urges nation to pay tribute to Shuhada on Youm-e-Takreem Shuhada Pakistan   

95 pc miscreants involved in May 9 incidents identified; 60 pc arrested: Cabinet told 

ISLAMABAD, May 24 (APP): The federal cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday was apprised that about 95 percent miscreants involved in violent incidents on May 9 were identified whereas 60 percent among them had been arrested.  The cabinet directed for expediting the identification process and arrest of people involved in May… Continue reading 95 pc miscreants involved in May 9 incidents identified; 60 pc arrested: Cabinet told 

Nation can’t tolerate May 9 like ‘barbaric incidents’: PM 

ISLAMABAD, May 24 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday expressing his resolve to bring the elements behind May 9 arson and vandalism attacks to justice, reiterated that the entire nation would not let such ‘barbaric incidents’ happen in future.  The prime minister assured that as chief executive of the country, it was his… Continue reading Nation can’t tolerate May 9 like ‘barbaric incidents’: PM 

PM lauds security forces for arresting BNA head Gulzar Imam Shambay

ISLAMABAD, May 23 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday congratulated the countrymen and appreciated the security forces over the arrest of “one of the most” high profile militant leaders, the founder and head of Baloch National Army Gulzar Imam Shambay. “Congratulations to Pakistan for nabbing one of the most high-profile militant leaders, the founder… Continue reading PM lauds security forces for arresting BNA head Gulzar Imam Shambay

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