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Chairman Senate Gilani urges tapping Pakistan’s blue economy potential
LAHORE, DEC 12 /DNA/ – The 8th edition of Pakistan Navy’s Maritime Security Workshop concluded at Pakistan Navy War College, Lahore. Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Guest underscored the need for exploiting Pakistan’s blue economy potential. He also emphasized on value of oceans which have become crucially important in twenty first century. He stressed on the importance of ensuring regional maritime security and lauded Pakistan Navy’s efforts in safeguarding Pakistan’s maritime frontiers. The Chief Guest also appreciatedRead More
NGC, AFD discuss future financing for Ludewala upgradation project
LAHORE, DEC 12 /DNA/ – A high-level AFD delegation led by Director for Asia Mr. Cyrille Bellier visited NGC Headquarters at WAPDA House, Lahore to discuss ongoing and future power transmission projects. The delegation included Regional Director Mr. Yazid Bensaid, Country Director Mr. Baptiste Deniau, Head of Energy Division Mr. Ouafae Sananes, and Mr. Nauman Bhutta, Team Lead Energy & Development. NGC General Manager (Design & Engineering) Engr. Taqi Ud Din, General Manager (Technical) Engr. Shahid Shafi Sial and concerned Chief Engineers were also present on the occasion. Chief EngineerRead More
Deputy PM Dar to present views on regional stability at UAE Forum
ISLAMABAD, DEC 12 /DNA/ – The Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, will participate in the 16th Sir Bani Yas Forum in the United Arab Emirates from 12 to 14 December 2025, at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates. The Sir Bani Yas Forum is a high-level annual gathering that brings together senior statesmen, policymakers, and global experts to deliberate on key regional and international issues, including peace, security, andRead More
CPEC potential undermined by Pak institutional inconsistencies
DNA ISLAMABAD: The Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), in collaboration with the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China, hosted a dialogue on “China’s Path to Development and Modernization: Lessons and Opportunities for Pakistan.” The event featured young diplomats from the Embassy of China, led by Mr. Wang Shengjie, Counselor and including Mr. Zhang Duo, Attaché; Mr. Yang Taofei, Attaché; Ms. Wang Yiqiu, Third Secretary; Mr. Li Zhen, Third Secretary; Mr. Zhang Datuo, Second Secretary; Ms. Jiang Lezan, Third Secretary; and Mr. Zhang Pengfei, Attaché. Other panelists included Dr. UsmanRead More
PM Shehbaz, President Erdogan pledge to strengthen Pak-Türkiye fraternal bonds
ASHGABAT, DEC 12 /DNA/ – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met H.E. Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President of the Republic of Türkiye, today, on the sidelines of the International Forum dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust in Ashgabat. During their warm and cordial meeting, the two leaders reaffirmed the significance of the historic and deep fraternal bonds between the two nations, that were rooted in shared values and a common aspiration for peace and prosperity. While expressing his satisfaction at the frequent leadership level engagements between Pakistan andRead More
PM Shehbaz calls for global pressure on Afghan Taliban in Ashgabat speech
ASHGABAT, Dec 12 (APP/DNA):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the peaceful settlement of global disputes, while urging the international community to press the Afghan Taliban to honour their international obligations and curb terrorist groups operating from Afghan soil. “Peaceful resolution of disputes is a cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign diplomacy. It is in the same spirit that Pakistan supported the Gaza Peace Plan and its subsequent endorsement by the UN Security Council,” the prime minister said in his address to the international forum held in connection withRead More