Friday, February 7th, 2025
Chinese Quest for Global Order
Dr. Muhammad Akram Zaheer The ambition of Chinese President Xi Jinping to reshape the international order is a reality that cannot be overlooked. His vision seeks to dismantle the existing alliance network led by Washington and replace it with a framework underpinned by Chinese values and priorities. This involves eliminating the dominance of the U.S. dollar, weakening Washington’s technological monopoly and instilling Chinese notions of common security and economic development into global institutions. According to Xi, this “community with a shared future for mankind” is within reach. During the CentralRead More
GHQ Meeting: Pakistan, Maldives reaffirm military brotherhood
RAWALPINDI, 7 Feb /DNA/ – Major General Ibrahim Hilmy, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Maldives Armed Forces, called on General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), at the General Headquarters, Rawalpindi. During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, including bilateral defence cooperation and regional security dynamics, were discussed in detail. Both sides expressed satisfaction over the enduring bonds of brotherhood and friendship between Pakistan and the Maldives, underscoring their shared perspectives on key regional issues. Recognizing the evolving security landscape, the two military leadersRead More
9th Multinational Maritime Exercise AMAN – 2025 kicks off at Karachi
DNA KARACHI, 07 Feb: An impressive and colourful flag-hoisting ceremony was held at Pakistan Navy Dockyard, Karachi, marking the formal inauguration of the 9th Multinational Maritime Exercise AMAN 2025. The event featured the simultaneous hoisting of flags from all participating nations. A large number of senior military representatives, observers, diplomats, and officials from Pakistan Armed Forces attended the ceremony. The message of Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, was read during the ceremony. In his message, the Naval Chief warmly welcomed the participants of Exercise AMAN-25 and highlightedRead More
Gen Mirza, Hungarian State Secretary exchange views on defense partnership
RAWALPINDI, 7 Feb /DNA/ – Tamás Vargha, State Secretary and Deputy Minister of Defence, Hungary, called on General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, NI (M), Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee at Joint Staff Headquarters, Rawalpindi. During the meeting, both leaders discussed evolving regional dynamics and emphasized the importance of exploring new opportunities for mutually beneficial collaboration in defense and security domains between both countries. The visiting dignitary lauded the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged their sacrifices in fight against terrorism.
National Men’s & Women’s Elite Boxing C`ship starts from Feb 10
AFZAL JAVED / DNA ISLAMABAD: The 41st edition of the National Elite Men’s Boxing Championship and the 5th National Women’s Boxing Championship, marking the return of competitive boxing to Pakistan, will begin on February 10 in Karachi organised by the Pakistan Boxing Federation (PBF). According to Lt. Col. (R) Nasir Ijaz Tung, President of the Pakistan Boxing Federation, 14 teams, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, WAPDA, Railways, HEC, Police, Karachi Port Trust, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, Sindh, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, and Islamabad, will compete in this prestigious event.Read More
ICAC delegation visits Ginners Association offices
MULTAN, Feb 07 (APP): A delegation from the International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC) visited the Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association (PCGA) headquarters in Multan to discuss pressing challenges faced by the ginning industry. The delegation included ICAC Executive Director Eric Trachtenberg, Director Textiles Kunwar Usman, Green Pakistan Initiative (GPI) Director General Major General (R) Shahid Nazir, and Vice President of the Pakistan Central Cotton Committee Dr. Yusuf Zafar. PCGA Chairman Dr. Jasomal and other office bearers warmly received the delegation. In his welcome address, Dr. Jasomal thanked the visiting officialsRead More