Wednesday, February 19th, 2025
India should cease destabilising Pakistan and put an end to cold war.
ISLAMABAD,FEB 19 (DNA):Business leader and former president of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), Dr. Shahid Rasheed Butt, said on Wednesday that the best approach to reducing poverty in Pakistan is commerce with India. In the case of trade with India, the public will get affordable food items while industries will access cheap raw materials, he said. Shahid Rasheed Butt said in a statement issued here today that India should stop destabilizing Pakistan and end the cold war, which will help both neighbors earn billions of dollars annually.Read More
Jam Kamal Khan Highlights Strong Pak-Japan Ties at Emperor of Japan’s Birthday Celebration
ISLAMABAD: FEB 19 (DNA):Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, attended the grand celebration of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan’s birthday as the chief guest. Addressing the distinguished gathering, last night the minister extended warm congratulations on behalf of the Government and the people of Pakistan, acknowledging the Emperor’s role as a symbol of unity, peace, and prosperity for Japan. In his speech, the minister praised the Emperor’s reign, which has been characterized by a deep commitment to the well-being of his people and the advancement of Japan asRead More
Shaza highlights Pakistan’s stance on digital economy at DCO General Assembly
ISLAMABAD, FEB 19 (APP/DNA):Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, on Wednesday highlighted Pakistan’s commitment to the digital economy and global cooperation. Representing Pakistan at the 4th Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) General Assembly in Jordan, she underscored the importance of international partnerships in advancing digital development. Actively engaging in discussions, she shared Pakistan’s digital transformation strategy with international ministers and reaffirmed the country’s dedication to fostering digital cooperation said a news release. Pakistan’s role in promoting digital collaboration was widely acknowledged at the global forum. “PakistanRead More
The Impact of COVID-19 on Pakistan’s Education System
by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal The COVID-19 pandemic posed extraordinary challenges to Pakistan, profoundly affecting numerous sectors, with education being among the hardest hit. The first confirmed case surfaced on February 26, 2020, and multiple waves of the virus followed over the ensuing years. By May 2023, Pakistan had reported approximately 1.58 million cases and over 30,000 fatalities, leading to widespread disruptions in daily life. As a containment measure, the government mandated nationwide school closures, severely impacting millions of children. These closures varied across provinces, cumulatively resulting in around 10.5 monthsRead More