Tuesday, June 27th, 2023
Trade boost, direct flights: Pakistan, Kazakhstan agree to seal TTA
ISLAMABAD, JUN 27: Pakistan and Kazakhstan on Monday agreed towards early finalisation of the Transit Trade Agreement (TTA), which would become the catalyst for enhanced trade between the two countries, besides welcoming the resumption of direct flights commencing early next month. The understanding was reached in the second round of Pakistan-Kazakhstan Bilateral Political Consultations (BPC) held on Monday in Astana, Kazakhstan, Foreign Office said in a statement here. Additional Secretary (Afghanistan and West Asia) Syed Ahsan Raza Shah led Pakistan’s side while Kazakh side was led by Kanat Tumysh, DeputyRead More
Strict action against vehicle committing overloading
DNA ISLAMABAD: Inspector General National Highways and Motorways Police Sultan Ali Khowaja has said that on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha the safety and security of passengers is our top-most priority. NHMP is trying its best to make the journey of the commuters safer. He said that on this occasion special measures have being taken for commuters to ensure their safety, timely assistance, convenience and uninterrupted free flow of traffic. In this regard, the NHMP Regional Commanders have been directed to use all available resources to ensure timely assistance and guidanceRead More
The US lacks credibility, but all is not lost
A recent poll of Arab public opinion suggests US credibility has taken a hit, but all is not lost. That is if the United States realizes that Middle Easterners judge the US on glaring inconsistencies in its domestic and foreign policies rather than on its cultural, technological, and economic attributes. The discrepancy between US policies and professed values has always existed. However, it’s become more evident and relevant and more of a liability in the past 22 years as a result of the War on Terror, rising Islamophobia, the warRead More
Rescuers recover six bodies of plane crash victims in eastern Indonesia
JAKARTA, June 27 (Xinhua/APP): Rescuers on Tuesday managed to recover six bodies of the victims from a small plane that crashed in the mountainous area in Indonesia’s eastern province of Highland Papua last Friday. Marinus Ohoirat, chief operating officer of the Jayapura search and rescue agency, told Xinhua that the plane was completely burned with all people on board killed in the accident. “We’re currently evacuating all victims using helicopters to the airport in Wamena town,” he said, adding that they will then be transferred to Jayapura, the capital ofRead More
Ambassadors to ensure smooth running of 2024 elections abroad: Jokowi
JAKARTA: /DNA/ – President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) has called on Indonesian ambassadors to exert all-out efforts to ensure that the 2024 general elections abroad will run smoothly, according to a newly appointed ambassador. “The president called on us to ensure the fulfillment of Indonesian citizens’ rights, including facilitating the process of voter registration,” said Meidyatama Suryodiningrat, the Indonesian Ambassador to Romania and Moldova, at the Presidential Palace Complex in Jakarta on Monday. The ambassador delivered the statement after he, along with 11 other ambassadors, was officially appointed by the presidentRead More
Monal Group installs bird nesting and feeding poles in Capital parks
DNA ISLAMABAD: Living up to its traditions the Monal Group and as part of its corporate social responsibility has installed 200 bird nesting and feeding poles in various Islamabad Parks in collaboration with the CDA. By installing bird nesting and feeding poles in the park, the purpose is to provide valuable resources for birds, offer educational opportunities for visitors, and contribute to the overall biodiversity and enjoyment of the parks environment. A wild bird family has given birth to a healthy brood of birds! The Monal management hopes that thisRead More