Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Mohsin Naqvi meets Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian
DNA TEHRAN, OCT 29: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with President of Iran Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian in Tehran. During the meeting, both sides discussed Pakistan-Iran relations and matters of mutual cooperation. The Interior Minister briefed the Iranian President on the situation at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. President Pezeshkian offered to play a brotherly role in helping to defuse tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Mohsin Naqvi conveyed Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s message of goodwill to President Pezeshkian. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi stated that “Iran and Pakistan are partners in promoting regionalRead More
Lebanese ambassador meets CDA chairman
Saifullah Ansar ISLAMABAD, OCT 29 /DNA/ – Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Chief Commissioner Islamabad, Muhammad Ali Randhawa, met with the Ambassador of Lebanon, H.E. Abdullaziz Issa, at the CDA Headquarters on Wednesday. Matters of mutual interest were discussed in the meeting, along with strengthening bilateral relations. On this occasion, both sides reiterated their commitment to further strengthen urban-level relations and cooperation between Islamabad and Beirut. Chairman CDA Muhammad Ali Randhawa said that Pakistan holds its brotherly country Lebanon in high esteem and respect. He expressed the desire toRead More
Pakistan aims to double digital transactions by 2026, says Khurram Schehzad
KARACHI, OCT 29 /DNA/ – Advisor to Finance Minister, Khurram Schehzad, inaugurated the 5th Pakistan Future of Retail Business Summit and Expo held in Karachi on Wednesday. The theme of this year’s event was “Retail in a Changing World: Building Resilience in Pakistan’s Commerce.” Addressing the inaugural session as Chief Guest, Khurram Schehzad highlighted the government’s comprehensive reform agenda focused on stabilizing the economy, broadening the tax base, promoting digital inclusion, and accelerating the transition towards a cashless economy. He said that the government’s policies are geared towards creating aRead More
Pakistan hails Central African Republic’s progress towards upcoming polls, despite challenges
UNITED NATIONS, Oct 29 (APP/DNA): Pakistan has welcomed the decision of Central African Republic (CAR) to hold presidential, legislative, regional and municipal elections in December, a move aimed at stabilizing this small landlocked country that has endured repeated cycles of violence since it gained independence from France more than 60 years ago. “It is an important step towards consolidating democracy and representative governance in the country,” Ambassador Usman Jadoon, deputy permanent representative of Pakistan to the UN, told the UN Security Council on Tuesday. Speaking in a debate inRead More
Norway sovereign wealth fund says earned $103 bn in Q3
OSLO, OCT 29 (AFP/APP): Norway’s sovereign wealth fund, the world’s largest, posted a return of 1.03 trillion kroner ($103 billion) in the third quarter, boosted by holdings in raw materials, telecoms and the financial sector, it said Wednesday. At the end of September, the fund, which is made up of the Norwegian state’s oil revenues and invested in assets worldwide, was valued at 20.4 trillion kroner ($2.04 trillion). “The result is driven by strong returns in the stock market, particularly in basic materials, telecommunications and the financial sector,”Read More
Chinese Consul General visits Farooq Riaz museum in Gujrat
By Rimsha Fiaz GUJRAT: A historic and culturally rich exhibition was held at the Farooq Riaz Museum in Gujrat, marking a significant moment as the Chinese Consul General Lahore Zhao Shirin and his delegation visited the city for the first time. The event, organized under the guidance of Mian Imran Masood, celebrated Pakistan’s vibrant heritage and fostered a spirit of friendship and mutual understanding between Pakistan and China. The exhibition displayed an impressive array of historical artifacts, including ancient utensils, traditional household items, and historic weapons once used in wars.Read More