Sri Lankan coast guard chief visits PMSA headquarters

KARACHI, Aug 17 (APP):Director General Sri Lankan Coast Guard (SLCG) Rear Admiral Pujitha Vithana visited the headquarters of Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA). The dignitary was briefed on the “Roles, Functions & Organization of PMSA”, according to a news release issued by the PMSA on Thursday. Upon his arrival, the DG SLCG was presented with… Continue reading Sri Lankan coast guard chief visits PMSA headquarters

PM pays tribute to minorities for their contribution in nation-building

ISLAMABAD, Aug 11 (APP):Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday paid tributes to the minorities for their contribution in nation-building and socio-economic development of the country. “On the National Day of Minorities, I join the nation in paying rich tributes to our non-Muslim citizens for their valuable contributions in nation-building and assure them of the… Continue reading PM pays tribute to minorities for their contribution in nation-building

PM advises civil servants to collectively work for country’s welfare

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif addressing a ceremony of distribution of certificates of appreciation among the staff of PM Office and PM House.

ISLAMABAD, Aug 10 (APP):Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday advised the civil servants especially those employed in the PM Office and PM House to work diligently for the betterment of the country. Addressing a gathering of the luncheon given in honour of staff of the PM Office and PM House, Shehbaz Sharif stressed the… Continue reading PM advises civil servants to collectively work for country’s welfare

No meaningful engagement with India unless revocation of illegal, unilateral steps on IIOJK: FM

ISLAMABAD, Aug 9 (APP):Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday reiterated that Pakistan’s stance over its relations with India was very clear and consistent, unless it revoked its illegal and unilateral acts of 2019 over the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), there was no space to meaningful engagement. He said that India had… Continue reading No meaningful engagement with India unless revocation of illegal, unilateral steps on IIOJK: FM

In farewell NA address, PM thanks who’s who of political parties for support, guidance

Just hours before sending advice to President Dr Arif Alvi for the dissolution of the National Assembly, the prime minister told the House that the 16-month tenure was the shortest ever period for a government particularly when compared to the plethora of issues inherited from the previous regime. He said besides other unsuitable conditions, the… Continue reading In farewell NA address, PM thanks who’s who of political parties for support, guidance

Pakistan desires strong, successful Southeast Asia: FM

ISLAMABAD, Aug 08 (APP): Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Tuesday said that Pakistan desired a strong and successful Southeast Asia, which was critical for the stability and development of the entire continent. “The more connected and united we are, the more able we would be in overcoming our collective challenges and prospering together as… Continue reading Pakistan desires strong, successful Southeast Asia: FM

Strenuous efforts steer Pakistan out of most difficult times: PM

RAWALPINDI Aug 08 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday said that owing to the relentless efforts of the incumbent government, Pakistan had been out of the most difficult times. Addressing a ceremony at the Army Auditorium, General Headquarters (GHQ), to honour the supreme sacrifices of Shuhada and Ghazis, the prime minister stressed that… Continue reading Strenuous efforts steer Pakistan out of most difficult times: PM

PM pays tribute to Major Tufail Shaheed

ISLAMABAD, Aug 08 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday paid tribute to Major Tufail Muhammad Shaheed Nishan-e-Haider on his martyrdom day. He said Major Tufail Shaheed created an immortal story of protecting the motherland and fulfilling his duty with courage and bravery. He said Major Tufail Shaheed did not even care about his… Continue reading PM pays tribute to Major Tufail Shaheed

MQM delegation meets PM; thanks for addressing reservations on census

ISLAMABAD, Aug 7 (APP): A delegation of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement led by Convener Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui on Monday called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif here. The delegation included Dr Farooq Sattar, Federal Minister for IT Syed Aminul Haq and Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori. The members of the delegation thanked the prime minister for addressing… Continue reading MQM delegation meets PM; thanks for addressing reservations on census

India’s actions in IIOJK cannot legitimate illegal occupation, suppress Kashmiri’s rights: FM 

ISLAMABAD, Aug 05 (APP): Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Saturday said that India’s actions in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) could neither accord legitimacy to its occupation, nor suppress the true sentiments of the Kashmiri people as coercion and intrigue could not replace legitimacy.  In a message on ‘Youm-e-Istehsal’ being observed… Continue reading India’s actions in IIOJK cannot legitimate illegal occupation, suppress Kashmiri’s rights: FM 

Kaira briefs PM about activities planned for Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir

ISLAMABAD, Aug 4 (APP): Advisor to Prime Minister on Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit Baltistan Qamar Zaman Kaira on Friday called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif here. He briefed the prime minister about the planned activities for Yaum-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir to be observed on August 5, including seminars and awareness drives, particularly the ceremonies scheduled to be held… Continue reading Kaira briefs PM about activities planned for Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir

PM launches Digital Youth Hub as a one-stop guide on youth initiatives

ISLAMABAD, Aug 3 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday launched a Digital Youth Hub portal to provide integrated and one-stop guidance on the youth-related initiatives launched by the government. In his address, the prime minister congratulated the youth on the launch of the facility and assured that the government was expanding Youth Program across… Continue reading PM launches Digital Youth Hub as a one-stop guide on youth initiatives

MILGEM project a major step towards self-reliance and indigenization: PM

APP17-010823 KARACHI: August 02 - Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Türkiye's Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz and Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi cutting a rope to launch Pakistan's 4th MILGEM Class Corvette"PNS Tariq" into sea at Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works. APP/ABB

ISLAMABAD, Aug 3 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said that the launch of the state-of-the-art MILGEM Class Warship PNS Tariq was a major step towards self-reliance and indigenization in the defence sector. The prime minister, who jointly launched PNS Tariq along with Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz in Karachi, wrote on a social… Continue reading MILGEM project a major step towards self-reliance and indigenization: PM

PM underlines need to learn from past, explore precious natural resources properly

ISLAMABAD, Aug 01 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday stressed the need to learn from the bitter experiences of past 75 years and move ahead with strenuous efforts, collaboration and dedication by exploring the untapped resources including the vast natural minerals and reserves and developing the agriculture, information technology and industrial sectors. Addressing… Continue reading PM underlines need to learn from past, explore precious natural resources properly

President calls for enhanced Chinese investment in SEZs

ISLAMABAD, July 31 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi on Monday called for enhanced Chinese investment in various sectors of Pakistan’s economy, particularly in the Special Economic Zones (SEZs) to further strengthen bilateral economic cooperation. The president, in a meeting with Special Representative of the Chinese President Xi Jinping, and the Vice-Premier of the State Council… Continue reading President calls for enhanced Chinese investment in SEZs

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