Tuesday, December 17th, 2024
President for further strengthening bilateral ties with UAE
ISLAMABAD, Dec 17 (DNA/APP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), describing the relationship as a bond rooted in “faith, trust, and mutual respect.” The president was addressing a reception in Islamabad held to mark the UAE’s 53rd National Day, “Eid Al Etihad”. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, UAE’s Ambassador to Pakistan Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Alzaabi, members of the diplomatic community and government officials attended the event. Addressing the occasion, the president said that Pakistan wantedRead More
Xinjiang plays pivotal role in Pak-China bilateral relationship: Ambassador Hashmi
URUMQI, Dec 17 (APP/DNA):Pakistan Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi said that Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region role in bilateral relationship between Pakistan and China is pivotal. As a neighboring region, it has always been a gateway for trade, culture, and cooperation between our peoples. Today, Xinjiang stands as a vital node of President Xi Belt and Road Initiative, of which China-Pakistan Economic Corridor is the pioneering project. He made these remarks while addressing at the International Symposium on Employment and Social Security in Xinjiang.Ma Xingrui, Secretary of CPC Committee of XinjiangRead More
Govt rules out talks with PTI at ‘gun point’
Defence minister lambasted the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government for prioritising marches on Islamabad instead of the Kurram clashes Ansar M Bhatti ISLAMABAD: The incumbent government has ruled out talks with the embattled Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) with the “sword of civil disobedience hanging on its neck” as the former ruling party refused to “beg for negotiations”. “For the first time, a pleasant breeze came from the opposition […] but talks cannot be held at gunpoint,” Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said while speaking on the floor of the National Assembly on Tuesday. IncarceratedRead More
1971 war hero Lance Naik Mehfooz Shaheed remembered for unparalleled bravery
RAWALPINDI, DEC 17 /DNA/ -The Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, the Service Chiefs, and the Armed Forces of Pakistan solemnly commemorate the 53rd martyrdom anniversary of Lance Naik Muhammad Mehfooz Shaheed, Nishan-e-Haider, a paragon of extraordinary courage and unwavering patriotism. The valor and self-sacrifice displayed by Lance Naik Muhammad Mehfooz Shaheed during the 1971 war at the Wagah border epitomize the indomitable spirit of the Pakistan Armed Forces. In the face of overwhelming adversity, his fearless assault on enemy positions, despite insurmountable odds, stands as a profound testament toRead More
OGRA requests federal government to finalize category-wise gas sale prices
ISLAMABAD, DEC 17 /DNA/ – Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), under Section 8(2) of OGRA Ordinance, 2002, vide its decisions dated December 17, 2024 has determined the Review of Estimated Revenue Requirement (RERR) of SNGPL & SSGCL for FY 2024-25. Both determinations have been sent to Federal Government for receipt of category-wise natural gas sale price advice as required under Section 8(3) of the OGRA Ordinance. 2. Summary of revenue requirement determinations as claimed by SNGPL vis-a-vis allowed by OGRA for FY 2024-25 is as under; 4. Through theRead More
Delegation of Saudi Arabia’s Shura Council meets PM Shehbaz Sharif
ISLAMABAD, DEC 17 /DNA/ – A high-level delegation of the Shura Council of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, led by Chairman, Abdullah bin Muhammad bin Ibrahim Al Sheikh, met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad today. During the meeting, the Prime Minister welcomed the distinguished delegation and expressed Pakistan’s deep appreciation for the longstanding brotherly ties and strategic partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Discussions focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation in diverse fields, including trade, investment, and cultural exchange. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif underscored the pivotal role SaudiRead More