Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Gen. Sahir Shamshad meets Uzbek President to boost cooperation
Tashkent, AUG 19 /DNA/ – President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received a delegation of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan led by General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee. The distinguished guest conveyed the sincere greetings and best wishes of Prime Minister of Pakistan Shahbaz Sharif to the Head of our State. The parties discussed further development of Uzbekistan–Pakistan multifaceted cooperation and strategic partnership in the context of implementing the agreements reached during the visit of the Prime Minister of Pakistan to UzbekistanRead More
Ethiopia stands in solidarity with Pakistan in its fight against climate change
Ambassador Jemal Beker calls on President of Pakistan ISLAMABAD, AUG 19 /DNA/ – Jemal Beker Abdula, Special Envoy and Ambassador Extraordinary of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, on Tuesday called on H.E. Asif Ali Zardari, the Honorable President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan at Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad. Ambassador Dr. Jemal Beker extended heartfelt condolences to the Honorable President of Pakistan over the loss precious lives in the recent flash floods in various parts of the country. The Ambassador said Pakistan is among the least contributor to the climateRead More
Pakistan- BD explore enhanced cooperation in Energy, Mineral Sectors
ISLAMABAD, AUG 19 (DNA) — Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik was called on by the High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Pakistan, His Excellency Mr. Md. Iqbal Hussain, at the Ministry of Petroleum. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in key sectors, including limestone, coal and petroleum products to foster mutual economic growth and energy security. Minister Ali Pervaiz highlighted Pakistan’s commitment to deepening ties with Bangladesh, stating, “Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is keen to support our brothers in Bangladesh and enhance cooperation in various sectors. Pakistan values itsRead More
President Zardari Emphasizes Strengthening Pakistan-UAE Ties During Farewell Call of UAE Ambassador
Saifullah Ansar/DNA ISLAMABAD – The outgoing Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Pakistan, Hamad Obaid Al-Zaabi, paid a farewell call on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr on Tuesday. Welcoming the ambassador, President Zardari highlighted the significance of Pakistan’s long-standing fraternal relations with the UAE and expressed Islamabad’s strong desire to further deepen bilateral cooperation across all sectors. He said Pakistan greatly values its historical ties with the UAE, which are rooted in common faith, culture, and mutual trust. The President commended Ambassador Al-Zaabi for his dedicated servicesRead More
ECC approves Rs 5.8 billion monsoon relief package
ISLAMABAD, AUG 19 /DNA/ – The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet met today under the chairmanship of the Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, to deliberate on important economic and development matters. The meeting was attended by Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Maik, Special Assistant to Prime Minister for Industries & Production Haroon Akhtar Khan, federal secretaries and senior officials from relevant ministries and government departments. During the session, the ECC considered a summary submitted by the Ministry of Maritime Affairs regarding the arrestRead More
President Zardari bids farewell to UAE ambassador
DNA ISLAMABAD, AUG 19: President Asif Ali Zardari held a farewell meeting with Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salim Al-Zaabi, the outgoing Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Pakistan, at Aiwan-e-Sadr today. During the meeting, the President emphasized the critical importance Pakistan places on its deep-rooted, brotherly relations with the UAE and underscored the need to further strengthen this strategic partnership. President Zardari warmly appreciated the services of Ambassador Al-Zaabi and extended his heartfelt congratulations on the successful completion of his diplomatic tenure in Pakistan. He commended the Ambassador’s effortsRead More