Friday, February 9th, 2018
Amid deepening crisis, Maldives Foreign Minister appreciates Pakistan’s role
ISLAMABAD, FEB 09 (DNA) – Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Friday said Pakistan firmly adhered to the policy of non-interference in the affairs of other countries and would continue to adhere to the principles of the UN charter in this regard. He said this during a meeting with Foreign Minister of Maldives , Dr Mohamed Asim, who called on him here. The prime minister highlighted that the relations between Pakistan and Maldives were characterized by cordiality, mutual respect and commonality of interests. He expressed satisfaction over the trajectory of brotherly bilateral relations. The MaldivianRead More
No place for militants in Pakistan: President Mamnoon
ISLAMABAD, FEB 09 (DNA) – President Mamnoon Hussain has said that there is no place for militancy and militants in Pakistan and we are fully committed towards the peace and stability in the region. He reiterated that Pakistan strongly condemns terrorism in all its form and emphasized that use of Pakistani soil for this purpose is totally out of question. The President said this while talking to the Chairman of the European Union Military Committee General Mikhail Kostarakos who called on him at the Aiwan-e-Sadr, Islamabad on Friday. Senior officialsRead More
Special measures in holy mosque of Makkah for disabled people
RIYADH, FEB 09 (DNA) – The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques in Saudi Arabias has set aside special areas in the Grand Mosque in Makkah for use by people with special needs who visit the mosque to perform regular prayers or for other rituals including Haj and Umrah, Al Arabiya has reported. There are three designated prayer areas for the disabled, one each for people with hearing impairments, the visually challenged and those with physical disabilities. People with physical disabilities will be given access to the specialRead More
Palestine wants China to be part of Palestine Israel peace process
NEW YORK, FEB 09 (DNA) – The Palestinian envoy to the UN suggests that China and Arab League (AL) could also be part of any future “peace process” on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, which should be “collective” and not dominated by the US. “We’re saying a collective approach involving several players at minimum would have a better chance of succeeding than the approach of only one country that is so close to Israel,”. The so-called peace process could involve the UN Security Council, said the diplomat, adding that the Middle East Quartet ofRead More
Army chief confirms death sentences of seven hardcore terrorists
RAWALPINDI, FEB 09 (DNA) – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa confirmed death sentences awarded to another 7 hardcore terrorists, who were involved in heinous offences related to terrorism, including killing of innocent civilians, attacking Law Enforcement Agencies and Armed Forces of Pakistan. On the whole, they were involved in killing of 85 persons and injuring 109 others. Arms and explosives were also recovered from their possession. These convicts were tried by military courts. Besides, 5 convicts were awarded imprisonment of various duration . Detail of eachRead More
Democracy best way to serve people: President Widodo
DNA Indonesian President Joko Widodo has called for a firm commitment to democracy as it is the only way to serve interests of the people. He was addressing the joint session of the Parliament in Islamabad soon after his arrival on January 26. The Indonesian President said democracy provides space for people in decision-making process, helps maintain political stability and achieve growth. Joko Widodo said economy of a country or a region can grow if there is political stability and security. He said economic activities will never take placeRead More