ISLAMABAD, DEC 27: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has stressed the need for reconciliation to steer the country out of political and economic crises, saying President Asif Ali Zardari is the only leader capable of bringing an end to political polarisation in the country. “There is one person who can take Pakistan out of political polarisation — the king of reconciliation — and that person is Asif Ali Zardari,” the scion of Bhutto family said while addressing a public gathering held to commemorate the 18th death anniversary ofRead More

KARACHI, DEC 27 /DNA/ – The Commissioning Parade of 124ᵗʰ Midshipmen and 32ⁿᵈ Short Service Commission Course (SSC) was held at Pakistan Naval Academy, Karachi, marking the passing out of 90 Midshipmen and 34 SSC cadets. Commander Royal Bahrain Naval Force, Rear Admiral Ahmed Mohamed Ebrahim Al Bin Ali, graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Upon arrival, the Chief Guest was received by Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf. The Chief Guest, himself an alumnus of Pakistan Naval Academy, expressed pride in reviewing the Commissioning Parade at hisRead More

ISLAMABAD, DEC 27 /DNA/ – Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi paid rich tribute to the remarkable services of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto on her martyrdom anniversary. He said that Shaheed Benazir Bhutto represents an era that will remain alive forever. Her national and political services for Pakistan will always be remembered.‎‎Mohsin Naqvi said that Shaheed Benazir Bhutto’s personality was a symbol of hope, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the principles of democracy. She had complete faith in the power of the people. Shaheed Benazir Bhutto sacrificed her life for aRead More

ISLAMABAD, DEC 27 /DNA/ – Pakistan strongly condemned any attempts to undermine the sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity of Somalia, and rejects, in this regard, the announcement made by Israel recognising the independence of the so-called Somaliland region of the Federal Republic of Somalia. Such illegal and provocative actions constitute a flagrant violation of international law and not only threaten the peace and stability of the brotherly country of Somalia, but also that of the entire region. The international community must step in to reject any such actions, and preventRead More

ISLAMABAD, DEC 27: Recalling military victory against India in May this year, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Saturday said that Pakistan must now be transformed into an economic power, stressing that the government is pursuing a coordinated strategy to achieve stability and growth. “We now have to make Pakistan an economic power,” said DPM Ishaq Dar while addressing a yearly news conference in Islamabad. DPM Dar said Pakistan’s foreign policy stature had improved globally and the country’s position was being heard and acknowledged at international forums.Read More

ISLAMABAD, DEC 27: The Foreign Office has said that Pakistan is closely monitoring the recent developments in Yemen, while expressing its full support for the diplomatic initiatives being led by Saudi Arabia to restore peace and stability in the country. Pakistan also lauded the United Arab Emirates for its role in the peace-seeking efforts. In a statement issued on Saturday, the FO said,” Pakistan is closely following the recent developments in Yemen. We underscore the need for upholding the unity and territorial integrity of Yemen, and express the hope thatRead More