Thursday, August 16th, 2018
Cooling of rhetoric would suit all parties affected by Turkey-US spat
The rapid depreciation of the Turkish lira kept global markets aghast over the last few days. The currency had lost more than 45 percent of its value against the US dollar since the beginning of the year. The most recent, very steep downward trajectory had partially political reasons. When Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan refused to release American pastor Andrew Brunson, US President Donald Trump acted swiftly by putting two Turkish government ministers under sanctions and doubling the tariffs on Turkish steel and aluminum. The lira went into free-fall andRead More
Qatar defies US and sides with Turkey with $15bn investment pledge amid Lira crisis
JEDDAH, (DNA) – Qatar defied US President Donald Trump on Wednesday and promised to plough $15 billion into Turkish financial markets and banks, amid a collapse in the value of the lira and a looming trade war between Turkey and the United States. The bail-out followed talks in Ankara between the emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, and Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The lira has lost nearly 40 percent of its value against the dollar this year, driven by worries over Erdogan’s growing influence on the economyRead More
Shah Rukh Khan pays rich tribute to Vajpayee
NEW DELHI, (DNA) – Bollywood king, Shah Rukh Khan has paid rich tribute to three-time Indian prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee who passed away (Thursday) In a twitter post, acclaimed Indian actor said on Vajpayee’s demise, “Today the country has lost a Father Figure and a great leader.” Recalling the memories, Shah Rukh Khan said, “My father used to take me for every speech that Mr Vajpayee made in Delhi when I was growing up. Years on I had the opportunity to meet him and spend lots of time discussingRead More
Saudi Governor of Tabuk province meets Imran khan
ISLAMABAD, (DNA) – The Governor of Tabuk province Saudi Arabia has called Chairman PTI Imran Khan today and congratulated him on his victory in the parliamentary elections. According to the details issued by party’s Central Media Department the Governor of Tabuk province Saudi Arabia Prince Fahad Bin Sultan Bin AbdulAziz Al-Saud has called Chairman PTI Imran Khan today and congratulated him on his victory in the parliamentary elections. He offered well wishes to the new government. Prime Minister designate Imran Khan thanked Prince Fahad for extending heartfelt wishes.
Pakistan condoles demise of former Indian PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee
ISLAMABAD, (DNA) – We have learnt with sadness the passing away of Mr. Atal Bihari Vajpayee, former Prime Minister of India, who was undergoing treatment in a hospital in New Delhi. Mr. Vajpayee was a renowned statesman who contributed to bringing a change in India-Pakistan relations and remained a key supporter of SAARC and regional cooperation for development. The Government and people of Pakistan extend their heartfelt condolences to his family and to the Government and people of India.
Imran Khan condoles demise of former Indian PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee
ISLAMABAD, (DNA) – Chairman Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf has extended condolences over the sad demise of former Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. According to the details issued by party’s Central Media Department Chairman Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf and Prime Minister-designate Imran Khan has expressed heartfelt grief over the sad demise of Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. “Sub-continent has lost a phenomenal and a visionary political figure today”, said Chairman PTI. Lauding his role regarding Pak-India bilateral relations, Imran Khan stated that his contribution will never be forgotten. AsRead More