WASHINGTON DC, APR 16: /DNA/ – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Muhammad Aurangzeb, met with Hela Cheikhrouhou, Regional Vice President for MCT, International Finance Corporation (IFC) today. He briefed her on the ongoing reforms in the taxation, energy and privatization sectors. Moreover, he expressed the resolve of the Government of Pakistan to work closely with IFC in the priority areas of securitization of remittances, mining, airport management and capacity-building.

RAWALPINDI, 16 APR /DNA/ – General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS) presided over 264th Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held at GHQ. Forum paid rich tribute to the supreme sacrifices of Shuhadas including officers and men of the Armed Forces, Law Enforcement Agencies and the citizens who have laid their lives for peace and stability in the country. COAS appreciated the untiring efforts of Pakistan Army and LEAs in successfully thwarting several terrorist attacks and neutralising key terrorist commanders during ongoing counterterrorism operations. COAS directed commandersRead More

ISLAMABAD, APR 16 /DNA/ – Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has welcomed Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The two Foreign Ministers will hold comprehensive talks to lend a positive impetus to bilateral cooperation and developing an enduring and mutually rewarding economic partnership.

Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Investment Conference held in Islamabad ISLAMABAD, APR 16 /DNA/ – The high-level Saudi delegation led by His Highness Prince Faisal bin Furhan Al Saud, attended the ‘Saudi Arabia-Pakistan Investment Conference’ held in Islamabad today. The Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar warmly welcomed the Saudi Delegation at the Special Investment Facilitation Council, emphasizing the deep-rooted ties and mutual strategic interests between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. He highlighted the significance of enhanced bilateral strategic and economic partnership and the crucial role of Saudi investments in nurturing this relationship. He explainedRead More

ISLAMABAD, APR 16 /DNA/- Foreign Minister, Mohammad Ishaq Dar, received a telephone call from the U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, today. Both sides reiterated their dedication to strengthening bilateral cooperation across all spheres of mutual interest. A wide range of bilateral issues including enhancing trade and investment relations, climate change, agriculture and security came under discussion. Various matters of regional importance such as situation in Gaza, the Red Sea and developments in Afghanistan were also discussed. Both sides expressed satisfaction at the current positive momentum in bilateral relations.