Thursday, February 20th, 2025
Karot HPP launches report on China’s role in Pakistan’s development
ISLAMABAD, FEB 20 (DNA): China Three Gorges South Asia Investment Ltd. launched the Karot Hydropower Project Report 2025, detailing the successful operations of the Chinese power initiative under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). The report was unveiled at the one-day International Conference on ‘Regional Connectivity & Pakistan: Emerging Opportunities,’ hosted by the Pakistan-China Institute in Islamabad. It emphasizes the significant benefits of Foreign Direct Investment in Pakistan. The event drew global dignitaries, who commended the contributions of Chinese companies to Pakistan’s development. According to Gwadar Pro, the report emphasizes thatRead More
Mobile phone imports decreases 12.04% to $868.551 in 7 months
ISLAMABAD, FEB 20 (APP/DNA):The import of mobile phones into the country has witnessed a decrease of 12.04 percent during the first seven months of the current fiscal year (2024-25) as compared to the corresponding months of last year. Pakistan imported mobile phones worth US $ 868.551 million during July-January (2024-25) as compared to the imports of US $ 987.447 million during July-January (2023-24), according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). Meanwhile, on a year-to-year basis, the import of mobile phones also dipped by 30.66 percent during the month ofRead More
PIA reopening of Islamabad-Paris to enhance connectivity, says envoy
PIA officials expressed their enthusiasm about this development, highlighting its potential to boost tourism and trade ISLAMABAD, FEB 20 (DNA):Islamabad and Paris. This renewed air connection is expected to strengthen diplomatic, cultural, and economic ties between Pakistan and France, while also providing greater convenience for travelers. The event brought together key dignitaries, officials from PIA, and members of the diplomatic community. During the reception, Ambassador Galey emphasized the importance of enhancing connectivity between the two nations and praised the efforts of both governments and PIA in making the resumption possible.Read More
Gilani meets Azerbaijani President, discusses bilateral ties
ISLAMABAD, FEB 20 (APP/DNA):Senate Chairman Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani met with the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, in Baku and discussed bilateral relations, regional dynamics, peace, development, and other key matters. Gilani is leading a Pakistani parliamentary delegation to participate in the Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA), which is being held in Baku. Expressing gratitude to the Azerbaijani leadership, Gilani said, “It has been a pleasure to visit Azerbaijan.” He highlighted the opportunity to engage with leaders of various regional parliaments during the APA. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong ties with Azerbaijan,Read More
Extraordinary OIC CFM moot in Jeddah on March 7 to discuss Gaza situation: Dar
NEW YORK, FEB 20 (APP/DNA):Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday said that an extraordinary meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of OIC countries will convene in Jeddah on March 7, 2025, to discuss the Gaza situation, particularly in light of the proposals on relocation of the Palestinian people. The deputy prime minister, addressing a news conference on the culmination of his three-day visit to the US, apprised the media of his telephonic interactions with his counterparts from Iran, Egypt, Malaysia, UAE, Saudi ArabiaRead More
Pak-Türkiye exercise Ataturk-XIII concludes
RAWALPINDI, FEB 20 (DNA):Closing ceremony of Pak-Turkiye Joint Exercise Ataturk-XIII in Counter Terrorism domain was conducted between the Armies of Pakistan and Republic of Turkiye at Cherat, Pakistan. Two weeks long Exercise commenced on 10 February 2025. 2x Combat Teams from Special Services Group, Pakistan Army and 36x all ranks from Special Forces, Republic of Turkiye participated in the Exercise. Commander 11 Corps, attended the Closing Ceremony as Chief Guest. Brigadier General Ahmet ASIK from Republic of Turkiye also witnessed the closing Ceremony. The troops displayed highest standards of professionalRead More