Cholpon-Ata, JUL 6 /DNA/ — President Asif Ali Zardari, accompanied by President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov, visited the Rukh Ordo Cultural Center in Cholpon-Ata shortly after his arrival in the Kyrgyz Republic. During the visit, President Zardari was briefed on the significance of the Rukh Ordo Cultural Center as an important symbol of the Kyrgyz Republic’s rich cultural heritage, history and traditions. The two Presidents toured different sections of the cultural complex and exchanged views on the importance of preserving cultural heritage and promoting greater understanding among nationsRead More

759 scholarships and fellowships, 52 research grants awarded as OIC body expands global academic network ISLAMABAD, JUL 6 /DNA/ – The OIC Ministerial Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (COMSTECH) extended its scientific and educational programmes to 54 countries during 2024-25, training 5,000 scientists and researchers and offering 759 scholarships and fellowships, according to its annual performance report. The Islamabad-based body undertook 174 projects and initiatives during the year, awarded 52 research grants and organised 68 training programmes, while expanding its network to more than 80 universities, research centresRead More

ISLAMABAD, JUL 6: President Asif Ali Zardari arrived in Kyrgyzstan on Monday for an official visit, where he was received by Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov at Issyk-Kul International Airport, according to a statement by the President’s House. President Zardari was presented with a guard of honour upon his arrival at the airport, the statement said. President Zardari is leading a high-level delegation at the invitation of his Kyrgyz counterpart, the Foreign Office said in an earlier statement. This is the first visit by a Pakistani president to the Kyrgyz RepublicRead More

RAWALPINDI, JUL 6: /DNA/ – Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff & Chief of Defence Forces, presided over the 276th Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) at General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi. The Forum offered fateha for the Shuhada of the Armed Forces, Law Enforcement Agencies, and innocent civilians, reaffirming that their sacrifices remain the foundation of Pakistan’s security, unity and resilience. The Forum reviewed prevailing security environment, expressing satisfaction over the operational preparedness, professionalism, and combat readiness of the Pakistan Armed Forces. The Forum expressed seriousRead More

ISLAMABAD, JUL 6 /DNA/ – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, held a meeting with members of the Pakistan Business Council (PBC) during his visit to Karachi to discuss Pakistan’s economic outlook, reform agenda, and the Government’s economic priorities. Speaking on the occasion, the Finance Minister appreciated the Pakistan Business Council for bringing together leading representatives of Pakistan’s business community on a single platform. He acknowledged PBC’s continued role in promoting constructive dialogue between the Government and the private sector on key economic and policy issues. SenatorRead More