Monday, July 3rd, 2023
IMF agreement is an opportunity for long-term economic reforms: President ICCI
ISLAMABAD, JUL 3 /DNA/ – President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari has said that the IMF agreement is a positive development for Pakistan in a very difficult political, economic and international diplomatic environment. This success is possible due to the efforts of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Finance Minister Ishaq Dar and their team. This agreement will prove beneficial for the struggling Pakistani economy. Now is the time for the government to formulate a long-term economic policy together with the political leadership and stakeholders so that PakistanRead More
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari calls on Japanese Prime Minister
ISLAMABAD, Jul 3 (APP): Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Monday called on the Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Tokyo and discussed with him matters of mutual interests. The foreign minister conveyed greetings from the Government and people of Pakistan, according to the ministry of foreign office’s spokesperson. During the meeting, both leaders expressed the desire to further enhance bilateral engagement and cooperation in different fields.
China sees fastest improvement in air quality globally
Monitoring ReportBEIJING, JUL 3: There have been significantly more “blue sky” days over recent years, said Zou Yi, a Beijing citizen. Since 2013, Zou has taken photos of the sky at a fixed spot in Beijing’s Chaoyang district every day, as a way to record the changes in air quality. So far, he has taken over 3,000 photos.“The city is getting more and more beautiful, which gives people a better mood,” he said. Heavy smog was once a big headache for Beijing citizens. To cope with the severe problem, Beijing,Read More
Chinese companies enhance role in social development of Pakistan
DNA Islamabad, July 3: Chinese companies have enhanced their role in social development of Pakistan, while addressing the country’s economic and development issues. The companies are an integral part of CPEC. They are the torch bearer of this flagship project of BRI. They are not only helping Pakistan overcome its infrastructure problems but also investing in social development, skills, and environmental protection in Pakistan. According to a report carried by Gwadar Pro on Monday, unfortunately their work could not get the attention of the media and society. Propaganda played aRead More
UNFPA 2023 State of World Population Report launched in Sindh
DNA Karachi, JUL 3: The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Pakistan on Thursday launched the UNFPA’s global flagship report, the 2023 State of World Population (SWOP), in Karachi, Sindh Province. The report, titled ‘8 Billion Lives, Infinite Possibilities: The Case for Rights and Choices’, was launched globally in April 2023, presenting the latest trends about population growth or decline, fertility rates, reproductive health, family planning, and migration around the globe. The SWOP cautions against controlling bodies to address demographic concerns. Family planning must not be used as a means forRead More
Pakistan, China discuss avenues to further strengthen cooperation
ISLAMABAD, Jul 3 (DNA): Pakistan and China here on Monday discussed various avenues available for both countries to deepen bilateral relations in economic, trade, and financial sectors to expand the existing cooperation to unprecedented levels. According to a press statement issued by the finance ministry, the discussion was made during a call on the meeting of Charge’d Affairs, Embassy of the People’s Republic of China, Ms. Pang Chunxue with Finance Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar. Dar warmly greeted the Charge de Affairs and appreciated the deep-rooted historical bilateral relations betweenRead More