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COAS Asim Munir meets UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

COAS UAE President

COAS Asim Munir meets UAE President today Both sides exchanged views on bilateral relations UAE President wished COAS on his appointment DUBAI: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir called on the United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday. During the meeting, the UAE President felicitated General … Read more

Tennis star Sania Mirza intends to retire after WTA 1000 in Dubai

Tennis star Sania Mirza intends to retire after WTA 1000 in Dubai

Sania Mirza has announced her retirement from tennis. She plans to end her career at the WTA 1000 Dubai Tennis Championships. Mirza is a 6-time major winner, including 3 in doubles and 3 in mixed doubles. Sania Mirza, a former world number one in doubles, has announced her intention to end her career in tennis … Read more

UAE distributes blankets, jackets among needy in Pakistan

UAE distributes blankets and jackets in Pakistan The campaign will continue for ten days Thousands of people will benefit from this campaign The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has started distribution of blankets and jackets for needy people in Pakistan with the start of winter. UAE Consul General started the distribution process from the Khairpur area … Read more

Pakistani honoured by Sharjah Police for humanitarian act

Pakistani sharjah police

Pakistani honoured by Sharjah police Abdelaziz was praised for his voluntarily act He moved barriers on road amid heavy rainfall SHARJAH: A Pakistani named Abdelaziz, was honoured by police in Sharjah for voluntarily moving barriers on a flood-damaged road to ensure the safety of citizens. Pakistani worker in the UAE was praised for his humanitarian … Read more

‘No ban’ on UAE visas for Pakistanis belonging to specific cities: FO

UAE visas

FO spokesperson denied UAE has banned visa visas from specific cities UAE has also denied reports of not issuing visas to residents of specific cities It was reported that UAE has blacklisted citizens of 24 cities ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office Spokesperson has confirmed that the United Arab Emirates has not banned or blacklisted the issuance … Read more

Imran Khan files defamation case against Geo TV, anchor

Chairman PTI
  • In his twitter message, Chairman PTI said his UAE lawyers led by Hassan Shad had filed criminal defamation.
  • Proceedings under UAE law against Geo TV, Shahzeb Khanzada and Umer Farooq Zahoor started.
  • Case filed over leveling allegations regarding Toshakhana gifts.

LAHORE: Former prime minister and Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)  Imran Khan said his lawyers had filed a defamation case against Geo TV, its anchor Shahzeb Khanzada and businessman Umar Farooq Zahoor in UAE over leveling allegations regarding Toshakhana gifts.

In his twitter message, Chairman PTI said his UAE lawyers led by Hassan Shad had filed criminal defamation (libel and slander) proceedings under UAE law against Geo TV, Shahzeb Khanzada and Umer Farooq Zahoor.

Earlier, Zahoor appeared on Geo News programme Aaj Shahzeb Khanzada Kay Sath, claiming that the PTI government had sold an expensive Graff wristwatch  gifted to Imran Khan by Saudi Crown Prince Moham­mad Bin Salman for $2 million.

On Dec. 5, the former prime minister said that he had started preparation to sue Geo News in the United Kingdom (UK) over leveling allegations against him for selling an expensive wristwatch, he bought from Toshakhana.

The former prime minister announced that he had instructed lawyers in UK, including Leading Counsel, to start legal proceedings against Geo News pursuant to the Pre Action-Protocol for Media & Communications Claims.

 

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Former Tunisian president warns of Arab volcano

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Moncef Marzouki fears returning to Tunisia. Kais Saied is part of a counter-revolution against the 2011 movement. He is trying to return to the pre-revolution political system. Moncef Marzouki, the first permanent leader after the 2011 revolution, fears returning to Tunisia. Marzouki told Al Jazeera that Tunisia’s current leader, Kais Saied, is part of a … Read more

PM felicitates UAE President on national day

UAE National Day

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif on Friday called the President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Muhammad bin Zayed Al-Nahyan. The prime minister congratulated him on the 51st National Day of the UAE. The two leaders reiterated their mutual commitment to further expand and diversify special bilateral relations between the two countries. PM Shehbaz Sharif … Read more

FO denies writing to UAE authorities to expel Arshad Sharif

Arshad Sharif

ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office on Friday rejected reports Pakistan had written to Dubai authorities to expel journalist Arshad Sharif from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). “No such letter, undersigned by the foreign minister, was written to the Dubai government, nor does the minister undertake these communications. There was no truth in those reports,” the FO … Read more

Winter in UAE, Desert safari demand rises nearly 300% as temps drop

Winter in UAE: Desert safari demand rises nearly 300% as temps drop

Summer in the United Arab Emirates has officially ended, and the nation is now enjoying a smooth transition from fall to winter. The cooler weather offers the ideal opportunity to explore the picturesque deserts of the Emirates as the temperature decreases. According to tourist industry experts, desert safaris are the most popular outdoor activities in … Read more

T20 World Cup 2022 Points table, Sri Lanka on top after beating Netherlands, as UAE knocks Namibia– Group A Match

T20 World Cup 2022 Points table

Sri Lanka beat the Netherlands by 16 runs to reach the Super 12 stage of the T20 World Cup. Kusal Mendis hit a crucial half-century and Wanindu Hasaranga grabbed three wickets for Sri Lanka. The United Arab Emirates were eliminated from the tournament after losing their opening game against Namibia by seven runs. Kusal Mendis … Read more

UAE, Russia foreign ministries discuss cooperation

UAE, Russia foreign ministries discuss cooperation

Meetings between the foreign ministries of the UAE and Russia was held in Abu Dhabi. The meeting, which took place on Monday. The two parties discussed important regional and global problems. The third round of political meetings between the foreign ministries of the UAE and Russia was held in Abu Dhabi, according to a report. … Read more

ICC T20 World Cup 2022: Squads of eight teams participating in Round One

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ICC T20 World Cup 2022 will begin on Oct 16 with its preliminary round. Eight teams will be participating in the first round. Super 12 will commence on Oct 22. As reported to the International Cricket Council (ICC), here are the squads for the eight nations participating in the T20 World Cup 2022 preliminary round … Read more

Second cargo ship carrying relief items from UAE reaches Karachi Port

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KARACHI: The second cargo ship carrying relief goods from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Sunday reached Karachi port. According to the UAE consulate, the cargo ship had 30 containers of relief goods including food items, medicines and other relief items for flood victims in Pakistan. The material was handed over to the Pakistani authorities … Read more

Dubai Port World chairman donates $2.5mn to Army Relief Fund

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RAWALPINDI: Chairman Dubai Port World Sheikh Ahmed Sultan Bin Sulayem on Sunday called on Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa. According to a statement, they discussed relief efforts in the wake of the devastating floods and efforts required on the road to recovery for the country. Sheikh Ahmed Sultan made a donation of … Read more

Bilawal discusses bilateral relations with Saudi, UAE, Sri Lankan FMs

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ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari held a meeting with his counterparts from Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia, UAE and others countries on the sidelines of United Nations General Assembly in New York. Bilawal has remained in New York to continue bilateral engagements as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif returned to London after leading Pakistan’s delegations at … Read more

Coke Studio live to be broadcasted from UAE

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Coke Studio will be broadcasted live in UAE. The news was revealed on Instagram. Many famous singers will be featured. Coke Studio Live is taking place for the first time in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), to the delight of music fans. Coke Studio’s official Instagram account announced the lineup of live performers. “The final … Read more

PM appreciates UAE minister for generous $10mn donation

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked United Arab Emirates (UAE) Minister for Culture, Youth and Community Development Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan for his generous donation of $10 million for the flood victims of Pakistan. In a telephonic conversation, the prime minister said that the Pakistani nation would always remember his huge support and … Read more

UAE demands removal of insensitive content on Netflix

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The Gulf Arab monarchs have ordered Netflix, the American video streaming juggernaut, to remove any content considered damaging to the region’s “Islamic and cultural values.” A formal proclamation appears to be aimed towards children’s content. The movie breaches media regulations in the Gulf Cooperation Council, which comprises Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Oman, … Read more

PM thanks UAE for continued support as more flood relief flights arrive

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PM Shehbaz Sharif thanked UAE for continued support 18 flights have arrived in Pakistan carrying relief items UAE Red Crescent has launched a donation campaign ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday thanked the government of the United Arab Emirates for its continued support to the flood-stricken people of Pakistan including the establishment of a … Read more

Pakistan has received 30 flights carrying relief items: FO

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has so far received thirty flights from friendly countries carrying relief items for flood victims, the Foreign Office confirmed. According to the Foreign Office Spokesperson, United Arab Emirates has sent a total of 12 flights, Turkiye ten, China four, Qatar two and one each by France and Uzbekistan. The twelfth relief flight arrived … Read more

Bilawal briefs Saudi, UAE counterparts on flood situation

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ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari had separate telephone calls with his counterparts from Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and briefed them in the flood situation. FM Bilawal had a call with his Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and briefed him on magnitude of devastation caused by … Read more

UAE operates air bridge to provide flood relief items to Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: United Arab Emirates (UAE) has started operating an air bridge to transport humanitarian aid for the flood-affected people in Pakistan. The move follows the directives of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to provide to relief aid, shelter materials and humanitarian assistance to Pakistan due to the repercussions of the … Read more

UAE sends relief goods to flood victims in Pakistan

UAE sends relief goods to flood victims in Pakistan

KARACHI: The UAE has begun operating an air bridge to transport humanitarian aid to those affected by the monsoon flooding in Pakistan, a statement said on Tuesday.

UAE Ambassador to Pakistan Hamad Obaid Al Zaabi said that the first Emirati relief aid plane flew on Monday morning to Pakistan and will be followed by several more in the coming days to provide support.

The relief aid includes 3,000 tonnes of food, shelter materials, humanitarian needs and medical parcels. The UAE’s Ministry of Defence, represented by the Joint Operations Command, is overseeing the delivery of relief aid from the Emirates.

The death toll has reached 1,061 since June, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) said on Monday, with 28 more people having died in the last 24 hours. The crisis has forced the government to declare a state of emergency, mobilise the army for relief efforts and call for international assistance.

Earlier, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed telephoned Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and assured his all-out support in relief and rehabilitation for the flood victims.

He also emphasised the UAE’s solidarity with the government and people of Pakistan and offered all possible assistance to Pakistan to tackle this natural calamity.

The purpose of the UAE aid is to increase international peace development and stability, while guaranteeing improvements in the living standards of individuals regardless of their religion, language, identity and race. The UAE aid is continually provided to ensure the establishment of a better living for humanity.

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed wished a speedy recovery for the injured and quick return of the displaced to their areas, praying to the Allah Almighty to protect Pakistan.

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UAE authorities contact COAS Bajwa, pledge relief items for flood victims

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ISLAMABAD: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) authorities on Monday contacted the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa and pledged flood relief equipment for flood victims. The Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the UAE authorities had contacted the COAS for flood relief assistance. “UAE has pledged 20 aircraft sorties flood relief equipment … Read more

UAE sends aircraft carrying relief goods for flood victims

UAE flood relief

ISLAMABAD: The first consignment of relief items from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has arrived at Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpindi. The first consignment from UAE for flood victims has been sent to Pakistan on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s appeal to UAE authorities in the wake of severe floods in the country The relief goods … Read more