Wednesday, December 11th, 2024
Diplomatic Dialogue: UK High Commissioner discusses regional developments with DPM Ishaq Dar
ISLAMABAD, DEC 11 /DNA/ – The UK High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott called on Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan, Ishaq Dar today. They discussed bilateral relations and regional developments. They reaffirmed commitment to further enhance bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and the United Kingdom.
Outgoing High Commissioner of Bangladesh pays a farewell call on PM Shehbaz Sharif
ISLAMABAD, 11 DEC /DNA/ – The outgoing High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Pakistan, Ambassador Muhammad Ruhul Alam Siddique, paid a farewell call on the Prime Minister of Pakistan, today. The High Commissioner is returning to Bangladesh, on completion of his four-year tenure in Pakistan. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif appreciated the remarkable contributions made by the High Commissioner for promotion of Pakistan-Bangladesh relations. He stressed that Pakistan greatly valued its relations with Bangladesh, which were rooted in shared history, common faith and cultural similarities. While conveying his warm wishes toRead More
Diplomatic Engagement: UAE outlines steps to simplify visa procedures for Pakistanis
ISLAMABAD, 11 DEC /DNA/ – Ambassador of the UAE, Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Al Zaabi, called on Deputy Prime Minister/ Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar today. They discussed areas of cooperation between Pakistan and the UAE. DPM/FM and Ambassador Al Zaabi also discussed visa issues for Pakistani nationals. The ambassador briefed the DPM on the steps being taken to streamline the visa processes including augmenting human resource. These steps will cut the delays and expedite the visa processing.
Pakistan condemns terrorist attack in Kabul, expresses deep condolences
ISLAMABAD, 11 DEC /DNA/ -The Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan, Ishaq Dar, today expressed profound shock and sorrow over the tragic terrorist attack at the Afghan Refugee Ministry in Kabul, which resulted in the death of Acting Afghan Minister Khalil ur Rehman Haqqani and multiple other precious lives. Key Points: Quote from Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar: “We are deeply shocked by this heinous act of terrorism and the loss of innocent lives. Pakistan stands firmly against all terrorist activities and extends its deepest sympathies to the Afghan people duringRead More
Warrior-VIII: Pakistani, Chinese troops showcase professional skills in counter-terrorism training
RAWALPINDI, 11 DEC /DNA/ – Pak-China Joint Exercise Warrior-VIII between Pakistan Army and Peoples Liberation Army of China was conducted from 19 November to 11 December 2024. Three weeks’ long Exercise in Counter Terrorism domain is 8th in the series of bilateral exercises being held annually. Distinguished Visitor’s Day (DVD) Ceremony of the Exercise was conducted at Tilla Field Firing Range on 10 December 2024. Commander Rawalpindi Corps, Lieutenant General Shahid Imtiaz, HI(M) graced the ceremony as Chief Guest while, Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan along with dignitaries from China wereRead More
CASS hosts launch of Book on Technology Governance
ISLAMABAD, 11 DEC /DNA/ – The Centre for Aerospace & Security Studies (CASS), Islamabad, organised the launch of Azhar Zia-ur-Rehman’s new book, ‘Governance of Technologies in Industrie 4.0 and Society 5.0,’ which focuses on addressing challenges and strategies for technology governance in the modern era. In his opening talk, Air Commodore Raza Haider (Retd), Director at CASS, highlighted the transformative impact of emerging technologies on aerospace, emphasising the critical role of drones, AI, and space economy advancements. He discussed cutting-edge innovations such as swarm drones, stealth capabilities, and generative AIRead More