BEIJING (China), March 12 (APP): It is not just China but other countries which see the opportunities provided by the Belt and Road Initiative as it could play a major role in revitalizing the struggling world economy. “Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Russia and the Central Asian republics have all started to think about their economic futures… Continue reading Belt, Road Initiative provides opportunities to Chinese firms, local businesses: Analyst
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Govt making efforts for economic stability: Nuzhat Sadiq
SIALKOT, Feb 23 (APP): Foreign Affairs Committee Chairperson Senator Nuzhat Sadiq on Thursday said the PML N government had initiated record mega projects across the country under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif. Talking to APP at the Pakistan Muslim League House here, she said the government was making strenuous efforts for… Continue reading Govt making efforts for economic stability: Nuzhat Sadiq
Chairman NAB appointed with consultation of all political parties: Danyal Aziz
ISLAMABAD, Feb 22 (APP): Leader, Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz, Danyal Aziz on Wednesday said that Chairman National Accountability Bureau(NAB) was appointed with the consultation of all political parties including Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf(PTI). Talking to media persons outside the Supreme Court, he said that PTI was leveling false allegations on NAB and it was working independently and… Continue reading Chairman NAB appointed with consultation of all political parties: Danyal Aziz
Pakistani nation stands by elected government, armed forces: Malik
ISLAMABAD, Feb 19 (APP): Ambassador of Pakistan in Bahrain Javed Malik Sunday said that the whole of Pakistani nation stood by their elected government as well as the armed forces. Addressing an event hosted by him on Pakistan’s security and stability in Bahrain, Ambassador Malik said the hearts of Pakistani expatriates in Bahrain beat with… Continue reading Pakistani nation stands by elected government, armed forces: Malik
Canada believes in promotion of trade with Asia Pacific countries
ISLAMABAD, Feb 18 (APP): Canada believes in promotion of trade and investment relations with the Asia Pacific Countries, Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Omar Alghabra said. Speaking at a luncheon hosted by Tariq Azim Khan, High Commissioner of Pakistan in honour of Asia-Pacific Group, Omar Alghabra informed the Group that he had… Continue reading Canada believes in promotion of trade with Asia Pacific countries
Today’s Karachi much better than that of 2013: Governor Sindh
ISLAMABAD, Feb 10 (APP): Governor Sindh Muhammad Zubair Friday said today’s Karachi was much better than that of 2013 as decades old lawlessness and violence were coming to an end, owing to effective measures by the government. In a brief chat with the media, after meeting Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif here at the PM House, he… Continue reading Today’s Karachi much better than that of 2013: Governor Sindh
Water resources efficient use is pivotal: Rana Tanveer
ISLAMABAD, Jan 31 (APP): Federal Minister for Science and Technology Rana Tanveer Hussain Tuesday said efficient use of water resources is pivotal as water is the key to our survival. He said this while addressing the participants at the launching ceremony of the Australian Water Programme under the Sustainable Development Initiative Program (SDIP). “Water management… Continue reading Water resources efficient use is pivotal: Rana Tanveer
Shehbaz inaugurates Lincoln Corner at ITU
LAHORE, Jan 20 (APP): Punjab Chief Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday inaugurated First Lincoln Corner at the Information Technology University (ITU), Arfa Software Technology Park (ASTP). The Lincoln Corner has been set up in collaboration with the from the United States (US) Consulate General, Lahore and will provide free access to internet, books, magazines… Continue reading Shehbaz inaugurates Lincoln Corner at ITU
Australian HC visits CIRCLE Pakistan, shares insights on women’s empowerment
ISLAMABAD, Jan 19 (APP): Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Margaret Adamson visited CIRCLE Pakistan during her visit to Karachi and interior Sindh last week. The CIRCLE team, led by CEO Sadaffe Abid, briefed the high commissioner on CIRCLE’s work for women’s economic empowerment in Pakistan and its engagement with key stakeholders in public, private and… Continue reading Australian HC visits CIRCLE Pakistan, shares insights on women’s empowerment
Report predicts bigger majority for PML-N in 2018 polls
ISLAMABAD, Jan 13 (APP): Analysts foresee a bigger majority for the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) in 2018 election keeping in view the efforts of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif led government to deliver on governance, economic reforms and particularly security. According to a report published in Nikkei Asian Review, an English-language business journal, in June… Continue reading Report predicts bigger majority for PML-N in 2018 polls
Moral education, vital for socio-economic development: Ahsan
ISLAMABAD, Jan 6 (APP): Minister for Planning, Development and Reforms, Ahsan Iqbal Friday said moral education of a nation was imperative for bringing about change in the economic situation. “Islam gives us complete rules and regulations and by following them, we can achieve sustainable economic development,” he said while addressing a Conference on Inter-religious Harmony… Continue reading Moral education, vital for socio-economic development: Ahsan
Pakistan, France to strengthen culture, sports and educational ties: Envoy
ISLAMABAD, Jan 3 (APP): Ambassador of Pakistan to France Moin ul Haque has said that people-to-people contacts will improve as Pakistan and France work for strengthening their cooperation in the areas of culture, sports and education. According to a press release received here Tuesday from Paris, the ambassador in a meeting with Mayor of Paris-8,… Continue reading Pakistan, France to strengthen culture, sports and educational ties: Envoy
PIA recovers 15 Kg heroin from it’s Jeddah bound flight
ISLAMABAD, Dec 21 (APP): Pakistan International Aailine’s (PIA) security and vigilance team has recovered 15 Kg of heroin from its flight ready to depart for Jeddah from Karachi. According to Spokesman of PIA on Wednesday, the security staff of the airlines at Jinnah International Airport, in its routine pre- departure search of a B-777 aircraft, which was scheduled to… Continue reading PIA recovers 15 Kg heroin from it’s Jeddah bound flight
Foreign Currency Account Scheme
KARACHI, Dec 7 (APP): The Foreign Exchange Rates Committee of Financial Markets Association of Pakistan issued the following Base Rate, here on Wednesday. BBA BID MAXIMUM RATES RATES WITH FOR PAYMENT OF VALUE DATE INTEREST BY AUTHORISED DEALERS R A T E S U.S. DOLLARS VALUE 07-12-16 For 3 months and over but less than… Continue reading Foreign Currency Account Scheme
Canex’s Girls hockey academy inaugurated
LAHORE, Nov 16 (APP)- Director Sports Muhammad Anees Sheikh inaugurated Canex’s Girls Hockey Academy at National Hockey Stadium on Wednesday. Secretary Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) Shahbaz Senior and Deputy Director Admin SBP Tariq Wattoo were also present on this occasion. Upon arrival in the stadium, Chief Guest Director Sports Muhammad Anees Sheikh was introduced with the young hockey… Continue reading Canex’s Girls hockey academy inaugurated
Delegation of PN Staff Course Pakistan Navy War College call on CJP
ISLAMABAD, Nov 7 (APP): A delegation of PN Staff Course, Pakistan Navy War College, Lahore headed by Rear Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi HI(M) S Bt, Commandant PN War College on Monday called on Chief Justice Justice Anwar Zaheer Jamali at Supreme Court. The 82 member delegation headed by Rear Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi and… Continue reading Delegation of PN Staff Course Pakistan Navy War College call on CJP
People reject those indulging to disgrace others: Nawaz Sharif
KAHUTA, Nov 4 (APP): Lashing out at his detractors, Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, Friday said people had rejected the politics of disgracing others, so such politicians could not claim to be the leader of civilized Pakistanis. Addressing a gathering at Kahuta’s small village Narh, he said, “Pakistanis give honour and receive honour. The one… Continue reading People reject those indulging to disgrace others: Nawaz Sharif
President strongly condemns Karachi terror incident
ISLAMABAD, Oct 29 (APP): President Mamnoon Hussain Saturday strongly condemned a terrorist attack in Karachi and directed the federal and provincial authorities to bring the perpetrators to task. He said current incidents of terrorism manifested the desperation of the terrorists and reiterated the resolve that anti-terror operations in the country would continue till the menace was eliminated in toto. Sympathizing with… Continue reading President strongly condemns Karachi terror incident
Section 144 imposed in federal capital for two months
ISLAMABAD, Oct 27 (APP): The District Magistrate, Islamabad Capital Territory Capt ® Mushtaq Ahmed has prohibited carrying of firearms, all kind of gatherings of five or more persons and use of loudspeakers and sound amplifiers in Islamabad Capital Territory under Section 144 of Cr. PC 1898. According to a press note issued here on Thursday,… Continue reading Section 144 imposed in federal capital for two months
USC resumes sale of sugar at reduced rate of Rs 65 per kg
ISLAMABAD, Oct 27 (APP): The Utility Stores Corporation (USC) has resumed the sale of sugar at all its stores across the country at subsidized rate of Rs 65 per kilo. Managing Director USC, Waseem Mukhtar Khawaja informed the Senate Standing Committee on Industries here on Thursday that the USC had procured 6,000 tons of sugar… Continue reading USC resumes sale of sugar at reduced rate of Rs 65 per kg
- Pro-Palestinian protests embroil US colleges, prompting arrests
- PM, Saudi Royal court advisor discuss ways to boost economic ties
- Minister meets Chinese Consul General, discusses bilateral cooperation, Chinese security
- Pakistani players celebrated the wicket of New Zealand batsman Michael Bracewell catch Babar Azam ball by Shadab Khan during the Fifth Twenty20 International cricket match between Pakistan and New Zealand at the Qaddafi cricket stadium
- Advisor at the Royal Court and General Secretary of Saudi-Pak Supreme Coordination Council H.E. Mr. Mohammed bin Mazyad Al-Tuwaijri calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif.
