Saturday, March 23rd, 2024
Privatization: A Path to Success or Another False Start?
By: Qamar Bashir Press Secretary to the President(Rtd) Former Press Minister at Embassy of Pakistan to France Former MD, SRBC Since its inception, the new government has displayed a crucial optimism towards the prosperity and growth of the nation, characterized by an unparalleled determination labeled as “Iron determination” (Fouladi Azm) by the Prime Minister. Backed by the strength and support of the establishment, the unelected finance team is poised to make fundamentally critical and highly challenging decisions. These decisions, which even former dictators refrained from due to political ramifications, demonstrateRead More
Chairman Bilawal condemns terror attack in Moscow
Islamabad, MAR 23 /DNA/ – Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party and the former Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari condemned terrorism in Moscow. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari expressed deep sorrow over the killing of innocent people. He extended sympathy and condolences to the government and people of Russia. The people of Pakistan share the grief of the people of Russia in this devastating tragedy, Chairman PPP said. The world would have to come to one page regarding terrorism and combat it unitedly, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari resolved.
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia to work together, further enhance bilateral cooperation
DNA ISLAMABAD, MAR 23: Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have reiterated their resolve to work together and further enhance bilateral cooperation for the mutual benefit of the two brotherly countries. This was discussed at a meeting between President Asif Ali Zardari and the visiting Defence Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud, who called on him at Aiwan-i-Sadr today. Prime Minister, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Federal Minister for Defence and Defense Production, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, ChiefRead More
PAF Leaps Ahead of its Adversaries
Air Marshal Asim Suleiman (Retd) In an era characterised by rapid technological advancements and evolving geopolitical landscapes, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is actively engaged in a comprehensive effort aimed at indigenisation, modernisation, restructuring, and enhancing operational efficiency to transform itself into a next-generation air force. As the intricacies of modern warfare prompt conventional forces to adapt swiftly, the PAF is taking a leading role in incorporating cutting-edge technologies to ensure full-spectrum readiness for the challenges of the 21st Century, led by its top command. Operational Excellence The PAF isRead More
One minute silence observed at embassy of Pakistan for the victims of Moscow attacks
MOSCOW, MAR 23 /DNA/ – Pakistan Day ceremony at Pakistan Embassy Moscow was cut short with solemn observances due to the highly condemnable Terrorist attacks in Moscow. A minute silence was observed in order to pay homage to the victims and those wounded in the incident. Pakistan Ambassador Muhamamd Khalid Jamali on the occasion condemned the incident and said that since Pakistan has been facing the menace of terrorism for a long time and we know the pain associated with such activities. “I offer my condolences in connection of theRead More
President confers military awards
ISLAMABAD, MAR 23 /DNA/ – The President of Pakistan has been pleased to grant the Military awards to the officers and soldiers of Pakistan Army, Navy and Air Force. 1 Sitara-i-Basalat, 135 Tamgha-i-Basalat, 45 Imtiazi Asnad, 148 COAS Commendation Cards, 23 Hilal-i-Imtiaz (Military), 109 Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Military) and 137 Tamgha-i-Imtiaz (Military) were awarded to officers and soldiers. Following soldier has been conferred with Sitara-i-Basalat: Sepoy Israr Muhammad, SSG. Following officers and soldiers have been conferred with Tamgha-i-Basalat: Brig Mustafa Kamal (Shaheed), CMI, Lt Col Safdar Ali Khan, NLI, Maj Muhammad JawadRead More