ISLAMABAD, Jun 08 (APP): Minister for Foreign Affairs Shah Mahmood Qureshi Tuesday called on the Western World to take action and appropriate measures for curbing the rising trend of Islamophobia. The minister, in a policy statement at the National Assembly, said the assassination of four Pakistani-Canadian nationals was a clear manifestation of hate crimes. The… Continue reading West must take action to curb growing trend of Islamophobia: Qureshi
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West must do ‘soul searching’ as PM repeatedly raised Islamophobia issue at global fora: Fawad
ISLAMABAD, Jun 8 (APP): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Tuesday said the West, which always blamed the Muslims for extremism, should do some soul-searching as a Muslim family was ‘ruthlessly’ martyred in Canada. Condemning the “truck attack”’ on the Pakistani-Canadian Muslim family, he said the West should abandon double standards and instead… Continue reading West must do ‘soul searching’ as PM repeatedly raised Islamophobia issue at global fora: Fawad
Palestinian envoy lauds Pakistan’s efforts to engage int’l community to protect Palestine
ISLAMABAD, May 17 (APP): Ambassador of Palestine Ahmed Jawad A.A. Rabaei on Monday expressed gratitude to the government of Pakistan’s for its unwavering support and steadfast policy on the issue of Palestine. In a meeting with Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Ambassador Rabaei appreciated Pakistan’s continuous efforts to engage the international community for protecting Palestine.… Continue reading Palestinian envoy lauds Pakistan’s efforts to engage int’l community to protect Palestine
Embassies abroad to extend full support for investment in FIEDMC economic zones: Shah Mehmood Qureshi
FAISALABAD, May 11 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Monday said that embassies abroad would extend their full support to Faisalabad Industrial Estate Development & Management Company (FIEDMC) for investment in FIEDMC economic zones. He was talking to Chairman FIEDMC Mian Kashif Ashfaq on the occasion of his visit to M-3 Industrial City and… Continue reading Embassies abroad to extend full support for investment in FIEDMC economic zones: Shah Mehmood Qureshi
FM Qureshi condemns attack on Speaker of Maldives parliament
ISLAMABAD, May 6 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi Thursday condemned the attack on Speaker of the Maldives’ parliament Mohamed Nasheed which left him injured. “Strongly condemn the attack on Speaker of the Maldives Parliament Mohamed Nasheed this evening, Our thoughts and prayers are with Speaker Nasheed and we wish him and all others injured… Continue reading FM Qureshi condemns attack on Speaker of Maldives parliament
Pak, Indonesian FMs discuss combating Islamophobia, promoting inter-faith harmony
ISLAMABAD, May 06 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and his Indonesian counterpart Retno Marsudi on Thursday discussed the need for stronger cooperation amongst members of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to combat Islamophobia. In a telephone conversation, Foreign Minister Qureshi stressed that Pakistan’s efforts were aimed at creating awareness and building greater understanding… Continue reading Pak, Indonesian FMs discuss combating Islamophobia, promoting inter-faith harmony
FM urges Ulema’s role in Muslim unity, shunning sectarianism
ISLAMABAD, May 5 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Wednesday said the role of Ulema (religious scholars) was very important in guiding the Muslims public shun sectarianism and demonstrate unity within their ranks. In a meeting with Secretary General of Central Ulema Council Punjab, Hafiz Maqbool Ahmed here the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Qureshi… Continue reading FM urges Ulema’s role in Muslim unity, shunning sectarianism
FM pays respects at shrine of Imam Ali Raza (A.S) in Mashhad
MASHHAD (Iran), April 22 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Thursday paid his respects at the shrine of Imam Ali Raza (A.S) in Mashhad and met the Custodian of Astan Quds Razavi Ahmed Marvi. The meeting focused on the need for unity among Muslim world and upholding the reverence of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be… Continue reading FM pays respects at shrine of Imam Ali Raza (A.S) in Mashhad
Iran president expresses desire to strengthen ties with Pakistan
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Wednesday expressed his country’s commitment to further enhance bilateral relations with Pakistan in trade, investment, liaison and border management. The views were expressed as Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi called on the Iranian president at the Presidential Palace in Tehran, the Foreign Office said. The foreign minister, on behalf of… Continue reading Iran president expresses desire to strengthen ties with Pakistan
FM arrives in Iran to hold talks with leadership
TEHRAN (Iran), April 20 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi arrived here in Iran’s capital on a three-day official visit on Tuesday at the invitation of Foreign Minister Dr. Javad Zarif. Director General of Ministry of Foreign Affairs Syed Rasool Moosavi, Pakistan’s ambassador in Tehran Raheem Hayat Qureshi and senior officials received the foreign minister.… Continue reading FM arrives in Iran to hold talks with leadership
FM expresses condolence on death of former IG KP
ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP): Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi Monday expressed his grief and sorrow over the death of former inspector general of police Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Nasir Khan Durrani. The foreign minister, on his twitter handle, prayed for the departed soul and expressed condolence with the bereaved family. “Saddened to learn of the death… Continue reading FM expresses condolence on death of former IG KP
Dialogue with India possible only if situation in Kashmir improves: Qureshi
ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP):Minister for Foreign Affairs Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said that dialogue between Pakistan and India will only take place if there were improvement in the situation in Jammu and Kashmir. The minister, in an interview with Khaleej Times, said Kashmir was not a bilateral issue but it was an internationally recognized issue,… Continue reading Dialogue with India possible only if situation in Kashmir improves: Qureshi
FM, UAE minister review bilateral ties, agree to further enhance
ISLAMABAD, April 19 (APP): Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi and United Arab Emirates Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh Monday reviewed all facets of bilateral relations, particularly in fields of trade and investment. During a meeting at the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in Abu Dhabi,… Continue reading FM, UAE minister review bilateral ties, agree to further enhance
My visit to strengthen UAE, Pakistan ties: FM
DUBAI, Apr 18 (APP): Minister for Foreign Affairs Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Sunday said his visit to United Arab Emirates would strengthen existing bilateral ties of both the countries. Speaking at a press conference here, he said that he would hold a meeting with the Foreign Minister of UAE (United Arab Emirates) on Monday. He… Continue reading My visit to strengthen UAE, Pakistan ties: FM
PM to address ECOSOC special high-level segment on Monday
ISLAMABAD, Apr 11 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan will deliver an opening statement on Monday at the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Forum on financing for Development (FfD), highlighting urgent response to the economic challenges. The forum will be held from 12-15 April under Pakistan’s Presidency of ECOSOC. In his address, the prime minister will… Continue reading PM to address ECOSOC special high-level segment on Monday
FM pays tribute to soldiers for making invaluable sacrifices for homeland
RAWALPINDI, April 8 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Thursday lauded the valour of the country’s armed forces and law enforcement agencies for rendering immense sacrifices in the war against terrorism. During his visit to Armed Forces Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine (AFIRM) in Rawalpindi, the foreign minister said the nation stood side by side… Continue reading FM pays tribute to soldiers for making invaluable sacrifices for homeland
FM greets Christian community on Easter
ISLAMABAD, Apr 04 (APP): Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi Sunday greeted the Christian community on the occasion of Easter. The foreign minister tweeted “Wishing all those celebrating a very Happy Easter”. Wishing all those celebrating a very Happy Easter. #Easter — Shah Mahmood Qureshi (@SMQureshiPTI) April 4, 2021 The Christian community of the country… Continue reading FM greets Christian community on Easter
Pakistan, China to hold virtual ceremony to commence celebrations on 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties
ISLAMABAD, Mar 1 (APP): Pakistan and China will hold a virtual ceremony to be simultaneously held in Islamabad and Beijing on Tuesday (March 2), to formally commence celebrations on 70th anniversary of the diplomatic relations. “The year 2021 marks the completion of 70 years of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and the People’s Republic of China,… Continue reading Pakistan, China to hold virtual ceremony to commence celebrations on 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties
Qureshi reiterates Pak support for intra-Afghan talks, stresses vigilance of spoilers’ role
ISLAMABAD, Feb 22 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi Monday reiterated that Pakistan supported intra-Afghan negotiations as it was a historic opportunity for establishment of durable peace and stability in Afghanistan and the region. The foreign minister, in a meeting with Special Envoy of the Foreign Minister of Qatar Dr Mutlaq bin Majed Al-Qahtani here,… Continue reading Qureshi reiterates Pak support for intra-Afghan talks, stresses vigilance of spoilers’ role
India’s smear campaign against Pakistan has no limits: Qureshi
ISLAMABAD, Feb 22 (APP): Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi Monday said India’s smear campaign against Pakistan had no limits as the country had even misused prestigious international institutions, including the United Nations for its nefarious designs. “Members of European Parliament were duped, disinformed and unabashedly manipulated” and “think-tanks, researchers and even students were used as… Continue reading India’s smear campaign against Pakistan has no limits: Qureshi
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