Tuesday, February 18th, 2025
Uzbekistan work visa now open for Pakistanis
The decision came as PM will pay an official visit to Uzbekistan in the last week of February Saifullah Ansar ISLAMABAD: Work opportunities in Uzbekistan have resumed for Pakistani citizens following a brief hiatus. The federal government has lifted the ban on Pakistani workers, allowing them to seek employment in Uzbekistan, after the Pakistan Embassy in Tashkent recommended the removal of the restriction. The Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment (BEOE) has issued a circular in this regard, confirming that the Pakistan Embassy in Tashkent has proposed the registration ofRead More
Pakistan offers 40 offshore, 31 onshore blocks for oil, gas exploration: Dr. Musadik Malik
ISLAMABAD, FEB 18 (APP): Federal Minister for Petroleum, Dr. Musadik Malik said on Tuesday that, after a decade, 40 new offshore and 31 onshore blocks have been offered for oil and gas exploration. Speaking at the 30th Annual Technical Conference and Oil Show, he said that a significant portion of Pakistan’s natural resources remains unexplored and invited international investors to capitalize on the opportunities in these newly opened blocks. “Pakistan is open for business, and we will provide all necessary facilitation to investors,” he assured. He said that theRead More
Dar meets Chinese FM Wang Yi
The meeting between the two leaders was marked by traditional warmth and cordiality DNA NEW YORK: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi in the New York at the sidelines of Ministerial Meeting of the United Nations Security Council. The meeting between the two leaders was marked by traditional warmth and cordiality, as is the hallmark of Pakistan-China friendship. During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on the entireRead More
Gwadar Port emerges as regional trade hub, says President Zardari
Pakistan Emerging Hub of regional Connectivity: President Zardari Sees Gwadar as key to future prosperity. Mushahid hails Trump’s Economic Vision as it’s not driven by cold war ISLAMABAD, FEB 18: /DNA/ – The International Conference on “Regional Connectivity & Pakistan: Emerging Opportunities”, organized by Pakistan-China Institute (PCI), Islamabad Think Tank brought together high-level government officials, diplomats, business leaders, and experts to discuss Pakistan’s pivotal role in fostering regional connectivity, trade expansion, and investment opportunities. The conference, structured into three sessions, provided a platform for open discussions reaffirming Pakistan’s strategic importanceRead More
Envoy reiterates Japan’s unwavering commitment to supporting Pakistan
Ambassador AKAMATSU hosts a reception to celebrate the 65th Birthday of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan ISLAMABAD: FEB 18 /DNA/ – To celebrate the 65th Birthday of His Majesty the Emperor Naruhito, H.E. Mr. AKAMATSU Shuichi, Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, hosted a reception at Serena Hotel in Islamabad on the evening of 18th February. The chief guest, Jam Kamal Khan, Federal Minister for Commerce, along with other dignitaries graced the occasion. After welcoming the guests and cerebrating the 7th birthday since His Majesty’s enthronement, Ambassador AKAMATSU, since hisRead More
Army Wins Fitness Challenge Pakistan Title
By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: Olympian Sadaf Siddiqui and Havaldar Maqbool Ahmad led the Pakistan Army to victory, securing six gold medals and helping the Army claim the top position in the third edition of the Fitness Challenge Pakistan, organized by the Pakistan Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation. The two-day event, held at the Arena Hall, Qayyum Stadium in Peshawar, followed the guidelines of the International Fitness and Bodybuilding Federation (IFBB). Teams from Pakistan Army, Police, Railways, Higher Education Commission (HEC), and provincial teams from Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh, and Islamabad competedRead More