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Dar, Brazil FM discuss Pakistan-Brazil ties, multilateral coordination
ISLAMABAD, AUG 20 /DNA/ – Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 received a telephone call from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federative Republic of Brazil, Ambassador Mauro Vieira. The Brazilian Foreign Minister commended Pakistan’s constructive role and efforts towards mediation in the US-Iran context, underscoring the importance of dialogue and diplomacy for global peace and security. He also felicitated DPM/FM on Pakistan’s signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement. DPM/FM thanked him for his kind sentiments and appreciated Brazil’s important role in advancing South-South cooperationRead More
No deadline on shifting Imran to hospital, awaiting SC order on review plea: PM’s aide
ISLAMABAD, AUG 20: There is no deadline for shifting Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan to a hospital, Prime Minister’s aide Rana Sanaullah said on Thursday, as the government awaits the Supreme Court’s order on its review petition. Talking to journalists at the Parliament House in Islamabad, Senator Sanaullah, who holds the portfolio of Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs, said before transferring the former premier, the government’s review petition should be decided first. “There is no deadline for transferring the PTI founder to a hospital […] theRead More
Deputy PM Dar meets Swiss envoy to boost bilateral trade
ISLAMABAD, AUG 20 /DNA/ – Pakistan’s Ambassador to Switzerland, Marghoob Butt, paid a courtesy call on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar. DPM/FM emphasized the importance of further strengthening Pakistan-Switzerland relations and enhancing bilateral cooperation across diverse areas, including trade, investment, and business-to-business engagemen
Pakistan’s progress closely linked to universities strength: Chairman Senate
DNA Islamabad, Aug 20: Chairman Senate of Pakistan Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has stated that Pakistan’s progress is closely linked to the strength of universities that not only educate minds, but also build characters, nurture responsible citizenship, and prepare youth for the future. The Chairman Senate made this statement while addressing the closing ceremony of a three-day workshop titled, ‘Strategic Planning and Leadership Excellence’ organised by National Academy of Higher Education (NAHE), Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan, for the Vice Chancellors, Pro-Vice Chancellors, Deans, and heads of universities’ statutory bodiesRead More
Direct air connectivity vital to boost Pakistan-Maldives Trade, Tourism: High Commissioner
DNA ISLAMABAD: High Commissioner of the Republic of Maldives to Pakistan, His Excellency Mohamed Thoha, has called for stronger business-to-business relations between Pakistan and Maldives, saying that the two countries should translate their cordial diplomatic relations into tangible trade, investment and tourism opportunities. Addressing a business interaction at the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), along with Second Secretary Ismail Mufeed, he said there was considerable scope to expand commercial cooperation and urged the business communities of both countries to identify serious and result-oriented partnerships. The High Commissioner stressedRead More
Syrian Foreign Minister calls on PM Shehbaz Sharif
ISLAMABAD, AUG 20 /DNA/ – Foreign Minister of the Syrian Arab Republic, Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad today, marking a significant diplomatic engagement between the two nations. During the meeting, the two leaders discussed a range of issues pertaining to bilateral relations, with a particular focus on enhancing mutual cooperation in trade, investment, and infrastructure development. Prime Minister Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s steadfast support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria and expressed hope for continued peace and stability in the region. ForeignRead More