Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024
Russia to host largest halal market trade fair in Kazan
MOSCOW, MAY 22 /DNA/ – In Kazan, Russia, the International Trade Fair Kazan Halal Market will open from May 14-19, 2024. It’s part of the annual International Economic Forum “Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum.” Hussein Ibrahim Taha of the OIC noted growing trade between Russia and OIC states. He sees the halal market as a key area for new trade opportunities. The global Halal market is valued at $2.6 trillion and is expected to reach over $11 trillion by 2028. The fair will feature halal-certified goods from leading Islamic WorldRead More
Steps demanded to free agriculture from mafias
KARACHI, MAY 22 /DNA/ – The chairman of National Business Group Pakistan, President of Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum, All Karachi Industrial Alliance Mian Zahid Hussain, and former provincial minister said on Wednesday that the agricultural sector is very important for the country’s economy. He said necessary measures and legislation are needed to remove it from the control of different types of mafias. Mian Zahid Hussain said that important decisions should not be kept secret so that the opinions of experts, farmers, and consumers on the pros and cons canRead More
Punjab: Revolutionising healthcare and youth engagement
Abdul Rashid Shakir A highly-acclaimed maxim, ‘A healthy mind lies in a healthy body,’ aptly underscores the need for a well-equipped and developed healthcare system in a society. A healthy society boasts of skilled and productive human resource which becomes its valuable asset instead of debilitating liability. Therefore, all pro-development states and societies invest liberally not only in antenatal and prenatal care but also in primary healthcare, universal health coverage, malnutrition and stunting. Need for a state-of-the-art and reliable healthcare system for Punjab, with a huge population of around 128Read More
Pakistan marks school safety day with nationwide events
ISLAMABAD, May 22: /DNA/ – The Aga Khan Agency for Habitat (AKAH) Pakistan celebrated School Safety Day on May 16, 2024. The event was held in collaboration with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and the Government Education Department. The main event took place at Islamabad Model School for Girls G9/3. Idress Mehsud from NDMA and Nusrat Nasab, CEO of AKAH Pakistan, attended the event. Representatives from the government, AKDN agencies, partner organizations, students, and media officials also attended. In 2008, an international conference on School Safety recommended celebrating thisRead More
Hamas, PLO welcome European countries’ recognition of Palestinian state
Doha, May 22 (AFP/APP): Hamas and the PLO welcomed moves by Ireland, Norway, and Spain to recognize Palestine. Ireland, Norway, and Spain will formally recognize the State of Palestine on May 28. This decision comes more than seven months into the Gaza war. Hamas called this an important step towards affirming their right to their land. They urged other countries to recognize their national rights. Senior Hamas official Bassem Naim credited the “brave resistance” of the Palestinian people for this move. He said this recognition is a result of PalestinianRead More
US inaugurates Cleantech Investment Roadshow in Karachi
KARACHI, MAY 22 /DNA/ – Today the U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome inaugurated the second Investment Roadshow, supported by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Fourteen innovative companies in the clean technology sector showcased their work at the roadshow, promoting private sector investment in sustainable and viable clean energy solutions. Organized by the USAID-funded Pakistan Private Sector Energy (PPSE) Project, the event sought to catalyze investment in commercially viable clean energy projects and help businesses access critical financing. Since its inception, PPSE has mobilized over $30 million forRead More