Tuesday, August 27th, 2024
Muscat hosts eighth session of Pakistan-Oman bilateral consultations
MUSCAT, AUG 27 /DNA/ – The eighth session of the Pakistan-Oman Bilateral Political Consultations was held today in Muscat, Oman. The Additional Foreign Secretary (Middle East), Ambassador Shehryar Akbar Khan and the Chief of GCC and Regional Neighborhood Department, Ambassador Sheikh Ahmad bin Hashil bin Rashid Al Maskari of Foreign Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman, led their respective sides.
Fazlur Rehman, Chaudhry Shujaat exchange views on country’s political situation
LAHORE, AUG 27 – Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) supremo Maulana Fazlur Rehman and Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML-Q) supremo Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain on Tuesday exchanged views on the country’s political situation. According to details, Rehman called on Hussain at the latter’s residence in Lahore. On this occasion, Rehman inquired after the former prime minister. Separately, Rehman announced to extend full support to the nationwide strike of traders on August 28 (Wednesday). “Inflation and illegal taxes have ruined the lives of the people,” said Rehman. Fazl said: “On the orders of the InternationalRead More
Pakistan committed to fostering sustainable technological advancement: Yusuf Raza Gilani
ISLAMABAD, AUG 27 /DNA/ – Chairman, Senate of Pakistan Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani has said that Pakistan is committed to bringing technological advancement while being mindful of sustainable and green practices for a prosperous future. He was addressing the opening ceremony of 58th Asia-Pacific Advanced Network Meeting (APAN-58) being hosted by Pakistan Education Research Network (PERN), a flagship project of the Higher Education Commission (HEC). The opening ceremony was attended by Chairman HEC Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, Chairman APAN Mr. Shinji Shimoji, Member (IT) HEC and Chair of local organising bodyRead More
PM rules out ‘soft approach’ or talks with terrorists amid uptick in deadly attacks
ISLAMABAD, AUG 27: In response to a series of terror attacks in Balochistan in the last couple of days, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday said neither talks could be held with the enemy nor a soft approach could be adopted to tackle them. Addressing a meeting of the federal cabinet in Islamabad today, the prime minister said it was time to uproot terrorism and the government would provide all the available resources to the armed forces for this purpose. “Doors of negotiations are open [only] for those who recogniseRead More
Pakistan, Azerbaijan vow to deepen youth cooperation
DNA ISLAMABAD, AUG 27: Khazar Farhadov, the Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Pakistan, called on Mr. Rana Mashood Ahmed Khan, Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, at the latter’s office in Islamabad. The meeting focused on exploring collaborative avenues in education, culture, and sports, with both sides expressing keen interest in enhancing bilateral relations through youth-centric initiatives.The meeting was attended by Member National Assembly Miss Syeda Amna Batool and officials from Prime Minister’s Youth programme. During the meeting, Chairman Rana Mashood Ahmed Khan outlined the vision of the Prime Minister’sRead More
President Zardari confers Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Military) award on Chinese General Li Qiaoming
ISLAMABAD, Aug 27 (DNA): President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday awarded the Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Military) to General Li Qiaoming, Commander of the Ground Forces of China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA), in recognition of his distinguished services and significant contributions to enhancing Sino-Pak defense relations. The award was conferred during a special investiture ceremony at Aiwan-e-Sadr, attended by service chiefs and parliamentarians. The citation at the ceremony highlighted General Li Qiaoming’s four-decade career, noting his significant contributions to the Chinese military. His intellect, administrative skills, and dedication have earned him a reputationRead More