Thursday, February 6th, 2025
Pakistan and Türkiye Forge Stronger Digital Ties: Expanding Cooperation in IT, 5G, and AI
ISLAMABAD: FEB 6 (DNA):The Ministry of Information Technology & Telecommunications (MoITT) met with Turkish Ambassador H.E. Mr. Irfan Nezio?lu to discuss bilateral cooperation in IT, telecommunications, and digital transformation. Secretary IT&T Mr. Zarrar Hasham Khan and Special Secretary IT&T Mr. Azfar Manzoor also attended. The Ambassador reaffirmed Pakistan-Türkiye’s strong ties, recalling Pakistan’s support during Türkiye’s recent earthquake and emphasizing regional cooperation amid global challenges. He also announced the Turkish President’s visit to Pakistan next week. Ambassador Nezio?lu highlighted Türkiye’s digital transformation, including 67 million e-state users, 8,000 digital services, technoparks,Read More
PM reviews task management system for SOE’s privatization process
ISLAMABAD, FEB 6 (APP/DNA):Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif on Monday chaired a review meeting on the task management system established for the privatization process of the state-owned enterprises (SOEs) and its monitoring. The prime minister while chairing the review meeting here at the Prime Minister’s Office underlined that privatization of state-owned enterprises was part of the government’s Uraan Pakistan economic reform and transformation initiative, a Prime Minister’s Office news release said. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on the occasion emphasised that everyone would have to work together for the developmentRead More
Pakistani athletes to arrive in Harbin for 9th Asian Winter Games
BEIJING, FEB 6 (DNA): Pakistan’s national contingent is set to arrive in Harbin, China on Thursday to participate in the 9th Asian Winter Games 2025. The athletes, brimming with excitement and determination, will compete in various winter sports disciplines, marking another milestone for the country’s presence in international winter competitions. Alpine skier Mohammad Karim told China Economic Net (CEN) that he has represented Pakistan in three Winter Olympics, and this time, he will be competing in the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin. “We are very happy to be participatingRead More
President Zardari witnesses $300 million deals in energy, coal, and cement
BEIJING, Feb 6 (DNA): President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday witnessed the signing of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth more than $300 million in the energy, coal, and cement sectors in Beijing. The agreements, signed between Pakistani stakeholders and Chinese investors, aim to enhance the country’s industrial growth and energy sustainability. The Energy Department of the Government of Sindh and Ming Yang Renewable Energy (International) Company Ltd. signed an MoU to advance renewable energy projects in the province. Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, signed on behalf of the MinistryRead More
Shahid Javed Burki, Shamshad Akhtar call on Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb
ISLAMABAD, FEB 6 (DNA):Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb held separate meetings with veteran economists and former caretaker Ministers for Finance, Mr. Shahid Javed Burki and Ms. Shamshad Akhtar, respectively at the Finance Division today. During the meetings, views on country’s economic progress and the government’s strategic efforts towards restoring macroeconomic stability and laying the foundation for sustainable economic growth were exchanged. Mr. Shahid Javed Burki and Ms. Shamshad Akhtar, both widely respected for their expertise and leadership in financial and economic matters, shared valuable insights andRead More
Maldives chief of defence calls on Gen Sahir
Rawalpindi, Feb 6 (DNA):Major General Ibrahim Hilmy, Chief of Defence Staff, Maldives, who is on an official visit to Pakistan, called on General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, NI (M), Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee at Joint Staff Headquarters Rawalpindi. The meeting underscored the need to strengthen defense ties, with both sides reaffirming commitment to broaden & expand existing collaboration, including military engagements and joint initiatives. Major General Ibrahim Hilmy remained appreciative of the high professional standards of Pakistan Armed Forces, their achievements and sacrifices in fight against terrorism. Earlier, uponRead More