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CM Maryam Nawaz to leave for China on 8-day official visit

                LAHORE, Dec 07 (APP/DNA): On the invitation of International Development Department of the ruling Communist Party of China (CPC), Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif will leave for China tomorrow on an 8-day (8-15 December) official visit. A 10-member high-level delegation including Senior Provincial Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb will accompany the Chief Minister on the visit, said a handout issued here on Saturday. Special arrangements have been made for Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s visit to Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Guangzhou. The Chief Minister will meet Mr Liu Jianzhou, MinisterRead More


27th Convocation Ceremony of Bahria University held in Islamabad

27th Convocation Ceremony of Bahria University held in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD, DEC 7 /DNA/ – Bahria University Islamabad held its 27th Convocation Ceremony. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, Pro-Chancellor Bahria University, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and conferred degrees to the graduating students. During the convocation over 1300 graduates were awarded degrees across various disciplines. A total of 103 graduates received gold and silver medals in recognition of their exceptional achievements. While addressing the ceremony, Chief of the Naval Staff congratulated the graduates and their families on their well-deserved success. He urged the graduates toRead More


Six soldiers martyred, 22 militants killed in IBO in tank district: ISPR

Six soldiers martyred, nine militants killed in IBO in tank district: ISPR

RAWALPINDI, DC 7 /DNA/ – On 6-7 December 2024, twenty two Khwarij were sent to hell in three separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province. An intelligence based operation was conducted by the Security Forces in general area Gul Imam, Tank District on reported presence of khwarij. During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged the khwarij location and resultantly, nine Khwarij were sent to hell, while six got injured. In another operation, conducted by the Security Forces in North Waziristan District, ten Khwarij were successfully neutralized. In a thirdRead More


Embracing Enlightenment for Pakistan’s Future

Embracing Enlightenment for Pakistan’s Future

Muhammad Irfan In modern world, European nations are the foundations of economic strength and intellectual advancement, having established societies that encourage scientific progress, critical thinking, and economic development. Despite its rich intellectual history, the Islamic world is behind in both economic and intellectual development. By examining the past, we can understand how nations flourished when they valued knowledge, innovation, and open discourse, while other nations struggled to do so when these values were disregarded. Revising these historical patterns can reveal the secrets of what is possible and what we shouldRead More


JICA celebrates 70 years of official development assistance with Pakistan

JICA celebrates 70 years of official development assistance with Pakistan

Mahnoor Ansar ISLAMABAD, DEC 7 /DNA/ – The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) proudly commemorated 70 years of its Official Development Assistance (ODA) to Pakistan, a milestone marked by a captivating photo exhibition showcasing the positive impact of various projects across the country. The exhibition, held in the heart of Islamabad, brings together prestigious guests, including government officials, development partners, and key stakeholders, to celebrate this significant achievement. Since Japan initiated ODA in 1954 by receiving trainees from Pakistan, JICA has been committed to fostering sustainable development in Pakistan throughRead More


The Militarization of the South China Sea

The Militarization of the South China Sea

Muhammad Wali Jan The South China Sea is a vital region for international trade, maritime security and resource exploitation, yet it remains one of the most contentious geopolitical hotspots in the world. The competing territorial claims involving China, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei, and Taiwan have escalated tensions in recent decades, particularly due to China’s assertive policies. As a regional organization committed to maintaining peace and stability, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) faces enormous challenges in dealing these disputes. The increasing militarization of the South China Sea, involvingRead More