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SHEHBAZ SHARIF

Govt’s reforms measures started yielding results : PM

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BEIJING: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that the reform measures taken by his government had started yielding results in form of successfully tapered food inflation, reduced current account deficit, and public debt down to a more sustainable level.

The prime minister, talking to Chairman of China Export-Import Bank (EXIM) Dr. Wu Fulin here, highlighted his government’s reform agenda focused on governance, taxation, and ease of doing business to attract Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).

He appreciated the EXIM Bank’s continued support for the modernization of industries, agriculture and IT sectors of Pakistan.

He also discussed the possible role of the China EXIM Bank in financing Pakistan-China joint venture projects and trade financing as part of efforts to boost Pakistan’s exports to international markets.

The EXIM Bank chairman underscored the critical role of economic and financial cooperation under CPEC phase II and China EXIM Bank’s strategic partnership with Pakistan and support to advance sustainable development under the concept of ‘shared prosperity’.

Earlier, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif invited the China Northern Industry Corporation (NORINCO) to invest in Pakistan’s communications infrastructure project, particularly the Karachi Circular Railway.

The prime minister, talking to NORINCO Chairman here, highlighted that the government was taking measures to bring ease of doing business and had established the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) for the purpose.

He said that China and Pakistan enjoyed cordial and time-tested friendly relations which were strengthening with the passage of time. The NORINCO chairman particularly mentioned Punjab and Pakistan Speed, referring to the swift completion of development projects during Shehbaz Sharif’s stint as Punjab chief minister, and also appreciated him for ensuring projects’ quality under his supervision. The company head recalled that under Shehbaz Sharif’s supervision, the Lahore Orange Line project was completed timely.

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PM, CIDCA chairman discuss promotion of Pak-China pragmatic cooperation  

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BEIJING: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met the Chairman of China International Cooperation Agency (CIDCA) Ambassador Luo Zhaohui wherein they exchanged views on the unique and enduring China-Pakistan friendship and the promotion of pragmatic cooperation driven by common development, strategic trust and mutual benefit.

The prime minister, who arrived here Wednesday on the second leg of his five-day China visit, appreciated the robust support of CIDCA for CPEC projects and for Pakistan’s socioeconomic development, particularly the establishment of Pakistan-China Friendship Hospital, the Desalination Plant in Gwadar, and the New Gwadar International Airport.

Terming the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as the hallmark of ironclad friendship between Pakistan and China, they noted that the Joint Working Group on Socioeconomic Development under the CPEC had yielded positive results.

They also expressed confidence that the momentum would continue in the CPEC phase II to improve the lives and livelihoods of the people.

Prime Minister Shehbaz underlined that the governments and the peoples of both countries had always stood in solidarity with each other during times of natural disasters and calamities.

He commended CIDCA’s pivotal role in supporting developing countries particularly Pakistan during the COVID-19 pandemic, the post-2022 flood reconstruction, and the grant of polio vaccines.

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Sharif lauds China’s economic miracle, eyes stronger ties

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Sharif lauds China’s economic miracle, eyes stronger ties

Shehbaz Sharif praised China’s development. He emphasized forgetting the past to focus on future progress. Sharif reassured the safety of Chinese nationals in Pakistan. SHENZHEN: At the Pakistan-China Business Conference, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extolled China’s remarkable development as a model for emulation, underscoring the conference’s role in fostering stronger business ties between the two … Read more

Faisal Vawda refuses to say sorry over his anti-judiciary statement

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ISLAMABAD: Former Federal Minister Senator Faisal Vawda refused to seek an unconditional apology from the Supreme Court in the contempt of court case.

Faisal Vawda submitted a 16-page reply to the contempt notice in the Supreme Court.

In his reply, Faisal Vawda said that the purpose of his press conference was not to insult the judiciary but to improve the country.

The former minister also submitted the transcripts of the speeches of Rauf Hassan, Maulana Fazal ur Rehman, and Shehbaz Sharif in the court.

In response, Faisal Vawda further said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Rauf Hassan called the respected judge a tout and threatened the judiciary and judges while Maulana Fazal ur Rehman also threatened the judges in his speech in front of the Supreme Court. He further stated that Shahbaz Sharif called the judges black sheep.

In his reply, he has pleaded that the court should show restraint in proceeding with the contempt of court proceedings and withdraw the notice.

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PM attaches high hopes with five-day China visit

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed the hope that his five-day visit to China starting Tuesday would take the bilateral relationship to a new height as it would mark discussions on the CPEC second phase, business-to-business cooperation and government-to-government projects.

The prime minister, in a televised statement before departing for his first official visit to China after assuming office, said that with the support from the ministers, government officers and experts, they would hold talks with the Chinese leadership on multiple subjects with tireless efforts and sincerity of purpose.

He said both sides would discuss cooperation in multiple sectors like agriculture, information technology, infrastructure, youth skill training, vocational training, industrialisation, Special Economic Zones, expansion and commercialisation of Gwadar Port, mining, and minerals, and sign accords.

The discussion on the expansion of the Silk Route through road and sea linkages is also on the agenda.

He said that undoubtedly, China-Pakistan ties were time-tested as both countries trusted each other and held consultations on all matters of mutual interest.

He also appreciated the Chinese unconditional support of Pakistan through all testing times like disasters, wars, quakes and others. Prime Minister Shehbaz recalled that during the previous tenure of Nawaz Sharif, bilateral relations entered a new phase as a $45 billion investment was arranged under the CPEC which brought in prosperity and rid the country of load-shedding that had led to the closure of industries and adversely impacted the agriculture sector.

The prime minister spoke high of the dynamic and visionary leadership of Chinese President Xi Jinping which developed China into the second biggest economic and military power besides leading the efforts to end wars and pave the way for peace.

“This is the vision and leadership which I am inspired by and which took China-Pakistan ties to the height of the Himalayas, made it deeper than the oceans, sweeter than the honey, and stronger than steel.

The prime minister also thanked China for continuously raising the voice for Kashmir freedom and supporting Kashmiris without any confusion.

Similarly, Pakistan also supported Chinese sovereignty and territorial integrity like the principle of one-country two systems, Hong Kong, Taiwan which Pakistan calls an integral part of China, the South China Sea, Global Development Initiative (GDI), and the Global Security Initiative (GSI).

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PM Shehbaz’s China visit to become milestone in bilateral relations: Ambassador  

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China vows support for Pakistan against terrorism, to strengthen ties

ISLAMABAD: Chinese Ambassador in Pakistan Jiang Zaidong said that under the guidance of two leadership and strong support from the people of both countries, the upcoming visit of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to China would achieve complete success and become a milestone in the development of China-Pakistan relations.

The ambassador in an interview, a day before the prime minister’s five-day visit from June 4-8, 2024 to China, said that all preparatory works had entered the final stage, and discussions on Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were in full progress.

At the invitation of Premier Li Qiang, Prime Minister Shehbaz will pay an official visit to China. This is his first visit to China after assuming the office this year.

Highlighting the components of the visit, he said the prime minister would meet and have talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang and Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress Zhao Leji. The leaders will have an in-depth exchange of views on China-Pakistan relations and issues of mutual interest, and jointly draw up a blueprint for the growth of bilateral relations. In addition to Beijing, the prime minister will visit Guangdong and Shaanxi.

“China stands ready to work with Pakistan through this visit to make greater progress in our all-weather strategic cooperative partnership and take new steps in building of an even closer China-Pakistan community with a shared future in the new era,” the envoy remarked. Calling China and Pakistan all-weather strategic cooperative partners and ironclad friends, he said “Our friendship has stood the test of time and remained rock-solid and—to use a Chinese expression—“steady as Mount Tai.”

He said in recent years, both countries had close high-level exchanges, conducted fruitful and high-quality cooperation on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and maintained sound communication and coordination in international and regional affairs.

Under the second phase of CPEC, he said both countries would implement the important consensus reached by their leaders including the strengthening synergy of development strategies and policy coordination and accelerate progress on mega projects including upgradation of ML-1, the Gwadar Port and realignment of Karakoram Highway Phase II.

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PM calls for comprehensive plant to attract Chinese investors  

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a meeting to review the preparations for his upcoming visit to China, wherein he directed the formulation of comprehensive plans to hold result-oriented business-to-business meetings between the two countries.

He instructed the relevant authorities to devise strategies for attracting Chinese industries to set up their units in Pakistan, assuring his government’s all-out facilitation to the industrialists and investors.

During the briefing to the prime minister on the preparations for his China visit, it was told that a delegation of industrialists, investors, and businessmen would accompany him to China’s Shenzhen city.

The delegation would hold meetings with the Chinese business community to promote business-to-business linkages between the two countries.

The prime minister directed Pakistan’s Ambassador to China to extend all-out facilitation to the Pakistani business delegation during its visit there.

The meeting was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, federal ministers and Pakistan’s Ambassador in Beijing joined the meeting via video link.

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Governor KP Faisal Kundi calls on PM Shehbaz

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ISLAMABAD: Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif here wherein they discussed the matters related to the KP province and the overall political situation.

The governor appreciated the prime minister for his government’s pro-business and investment policies which led to an enhanced investment in the country.

In the meeting, they also discussed the issues facing the KP province and their durable solution. Commerce Minister Ahad Khan Cheema and Advisor to PM on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah also attended the meeting.

On the other hand, Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi called on Acting President Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani here.

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PM lauds ‘Blue Helmets’ contributions to peace

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ISLAMABAD: As the world community observed the International Day of UN Peacekeepers on Wednesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to their services saying that the UN missions had been critical in maintaining peace and protecting civilians in conflict zones.

According to the United Nations, since 1948, more than two million uniformed and civilian personnel have helped countries in transition from war to peace. Today, more than 70,000 peacekeepers serve in 11 missions deployed in hotspots around the world.

Besides paying tribute to the service and sacrifice of peacekeepers, the Day also honours more than 4,000 peacekeepers who have lost their lives serving for peace.

Prime Minister Shehbaz expressed special gratitude for the Pakistani peacekeepers who had made significant contributions. “230,000 military personnel, including our brave Pakistani female peacekeepers, have made the nation proud since 64 years of our commitment to the UN peacekeeping.

Among these were 181 martyrs who sacrificed their lives for global peace, we also pay tribute to them. Their selfless act of courage and sacrifice will forever be etched in our hearts,” he wrote on his X timeline.

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Pakistan condemns Israel’s bombardment in Rafah: PM

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif while expressing his deep concerns over the disturbing developments in Rafah, said that Pakistan strongly condemned Israel’s indiscriminate bombardment that led to heavy casualties.

“It is deplorable that international law is being repeatedly violated, despite ICJ’s recent clear verdict against Israel,” he said, in a post, on X account.

The prime minister stressed that the international community, particularly the UN, must play its part in protecting civilians from such brutal aggression.

On the other hand, Pakistan strongly condemned the Israeli bombardment and targeting of an UNRWA refugee camp in Rafah in Gaza Strip that resulted in multiple casualties.

Targeting of individuals who were displaced earlier because of Israeli bombardment and were sheltered in a refugee camp, is yet another breach of international humanitarian law by the Israeli occupation forces, a Foreign Office press release said.

The attack is also a blatant defiance of the additional provisional measures of 24 May 2024 by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordering Israel to immediately halt its military offensive in Rafah in conformity with its obligations under the Genocide Convention and the worsening humanitarian conditions faced by civilians.

With its latest actions, Israeli occupation forces have once again demonstrated their contempt for international law and the basic tenets of decency and acceptable international behaviour.

Pakistan reiterates its demand for immediate and unconditional implementation of the orders of the ICJ of 24 May 2024. Measures must be taken to fully protect civilians in Gaza and the Israeli occupation forces must be held accountable for the Gaza genocide.

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Nawaz Sharif elected PML-N president unopposed

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Lahore: Former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has been elected unopposed as the President of Pakistan Muslim League–Nawaz (PML-N) again after 6 years.

After the resignation of the former president of the PML-N, Shehbaz Sharif. The election was held to elect a new president, in which 8 nomination papers of Nawaz Sharif were submitted for the post of party president. The separate nomination papers were also submitted from the four provinces of Nawaz Sharif.

Nawaz Sharif’s nomination papers were also submitted from Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Islamabad. PML-N President Sindh Bashir Memon, Amir Mukkam from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Sardar Yaqub from Balochistan submitted Nawaz Sharif’s nomination papers.

The time for submission of nomination papers for the party president candidate was from 10 am to 12 pm, the submitted nomination papers were scrutinized till 2 am.

Party Chief Election Commissioner Rana Sanaullah summoned the recommenders and endorsers and examined the papers of Nawaz Sharif.

Later, the papers for Nawaz Sharif’s party president were approved and he was elected as the president of the PML-N unopposed.

The general council meeting of PML-N) will be held after some time in a private hotel in Lahore, in which the election of Nawaz Sharif as the president will be announced as a result of the inter-party election.

Former federal minister Khawaja Saad Rafiq will be elected as the general secretary of the party in the general council meeting.

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PM invites Chinese firms to establish textile industry in Pakistan

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif assuring all-out facilitation by his government, invited Chinese companies, particularly related to the textile sector, to establish their industry in Pakistan.

The prime minister, chairing a meeting to discuss the promotion of Pakistan-China cooperation, said China was a key partner in Pakistan’s development. Pakistan desires to enhance cooperation with China in agriculture, information technology, and energy besides enhancing its exports to China.

In the meeting, different ministries presented their proposals to promote the Pakistan-China economic relationship. The prime minister reiterated that the government would provide foolproof security to Chinese nationals working in Pakistan as a comprehensive security plan had already been formulated.

He told the participants of the meeting that the government was preparing for the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and expressed the hope that with China’s cooperation, Gwadar Port would become a logistics hub.

Prime Minister Shehbaz said that the CPEC second phase would also feature the establishment of Agriculture Demonstration Zones, and instructed the ministries to prepare for the launch of new projects with Chinese cooperation and enhancing business-to-business linkages.

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PM Shehbaz greets nation on Youm e Takbeer

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ISLAMABAD: Congratulating the nation on Youm-e-Takbeer, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the day symbolizes the collective effort of all facets of national power, overcoming what seemed like an insurmountable challenge and achieving a milestone in the country’s defense capabilities.

“May 28 signifies more than just a mere commemoration of a day; it encapsulates the narrative of our nation’s arduous yet remarkable path towards establishing a credible minimum deterrence,” the prime minister wrote on his X timeline.

On this historic day in 1998, he said PM Nawaz Sharif demonstrated bold leadership by rejecting nerve wrecking pressures & inducements to make Pakistan a nuclear armed nation.

“I also pay tribute to Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, the founder of Pakistan’s nuclear programme for his strategic foresight and unwavering commitment to the cause.”

On the other hand,  Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar extended his greetings to the nation as the country observed Yaum-e-Takbeer to commemorate the 26th anniversary of Pakistan’s nuclear tests.

The deputy prime minister, in a social media post on X, said that it was the brave leadership of that time Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif which led Pakistan to become a nuclear power.

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Nation observes 26th anniversary of Youm-e-Takbeer

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Nation observers 26th anniversary of Youm-e-Takbeer

The whole nation today is observing the 26th anniversary of Youm-e-Takbeer with zeal and enthusiasm after Pakistan successfully carried out first nuclear tests in Chaghai’s mountains on this day I 1998. With the success of these tests, Pakistan joined the list of nations with the nuclear power. It is pertinent to mention that after the … Read more

PM directs urgent actions to extinguish margalla hills fire

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif directed to utilize all available resources to immediately extinguish the fire, broke out in margalla hills.

Following his orders, helicopters have been deployed to assist in the firefighting operation.

The prime minister emphasized the need to control the fire as soon as possible and ensure the safety of human lives.

He also directed to take all possible measures to protect the wildlife in the area.

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PM Shehbaz commends SIFC’s role in country’s progress

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif said that the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) was playing a critical role in country’s progress and prosperity and thanked the provincial governments for expressing their confidence in SIFC.

Addressing a meeting of SIFC, the prime minister said that should work tirelessly to build a ‘Pakistan as perceived by their founding fathers and by acting upon the advices of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Allama Muhammad Iqbal.’

The prime minister urged the provincial governments to further support the SIFC and move ahead in unison like a family to compensate for the losses of the past and overcome issues of poverty and hunger in the country.

He said that the federal government did not get enough for initiating development projects after distribution of resources among the provinces, therefore under such conditions all the governments should move together with unity.

Updating the members of SIFC about his recent visit to the United Arab Emirates, he said the UAE leadership had announced 10 billion dollars investment in Pakistan and expressed their complete confidence in SIFC. The leadership of brotherly countries and others as well were aware of the functioning of SIFC, he observed.

When SIFC was formed through legal procedures, certain concerns were expressed by a quarter but with the passage of time, its significance, efficiency and achievements had shut all kinds of criticism and everybody now fully supported its initiatives, he added.

The prime minister also cited his meeting with a German delegation that was also aware of the functioning of the SIFC.

The prime minister stressed that they should resolve today to achieve their targets as sky was the limit and would work day and night to transform Pakistan into something upon which the Pakistanis could feel pride.

The prime minister also underlined the need of capacity building and enhancing professionalism of experts in different fields. He said that he had already instructed the ministries clearly to hire consultants and experts and would soon seek their feedback.

The prime minister said that the digitization process of the Federal Bureau of Revenue had already commenced.

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PM Shehbaz hails Ireland’s decision to recognise Palestine

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has hailed the decision of Ireland to recognise Palestine as an independent state.

“I spoke to Prime Minister Simon Harris, Republic of Ireland last evening to express my deep admiration for the recent decision taken by his government to recognize the state of Palestine,” the prime minister wrote on his X timeline on Saturday.

He said Ireland’s decision would not only send a message of hope and solidarity to the innocent Palestinians who were suffering Israel’s brutal atrocities but would also go a long way in promoting the Palestine cause and would encourage other countries to follow suit.

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Pakistan lauds ICJ’s ruling on Gaza, Rafah  

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan welcomed the additional provisional measures by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordering Israel to immediately halt its military offensive in Rafah in conformity with its obligations under the Genocide Convention and the worsening deteriorating humanitarian conditions faced by civilians.

Pakistan supports the application filed by South Africa before the ICJ against Israel under the 1948 Genocide Convention, in follow up to which the Court has announced additional provisional measures.

As required by the latest ruling of ICJ, Israeli occupation authorities should keep the Rafah crossing open for unhindered provision of humanitarian assistance, and ensure unimpeded access to the Gaza Strip of any commission of inquiry, fact-finding mission or other investigative body mandated by the United Nations to investigate allegations of genocide.

Pakistan demands immediate and unconditional implementation of the latest orders of the ICJ as well as the previous orders of 26 January and 28 March, the statement added.

“We call on the UN Security Council to play its role in ending Israel’s ongoing brutal military campaign across Gaza; allowing unhindered flow of humanitarian assistance; taking effective measures to protect civilians in Gaza; and holding Israel accountable for its crimes.”

Pakistan reaffirms its unwavering support for the inalienable right to self-determination of the Palestinians for a viable, secure, contiguous and sovereign State of Palestine on the basis of the pre-1967 borders and with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital, the foreign office added.

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PM calls for efforts to protect Markhor, other species

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ISLAMABAD: As the country observed the first International Day of the Markhor on Friday (May 24), Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for the efforts to protect the national animal of Pakistan and other species which enrich the planet’s biodiversity

The prime minister, in his message to the nation said, “Let us work together to protect not only the Markhor but all species that enrich our planet’s biodiversity. By doing so, we secure a sustainable future for generations to come.”

He called upon all Pakistanis and the international community to reaffirm their commitment to environmental conservation. “Today, as we celebrate the first International Day of the Markhor, the national animal of Pakistan, we take pride in the majestic creature that symbolizes our rich natural heritage,” he remarked.

The prime minister said that the Markhor, with its unique corkscrew-shaped horns, represented Pakistan’s commitment to preserving biodiversity and maintaining ecological balance. He said the day, proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly on May 2nd, 2024, acknowledged the nation’s efforts and successes in wildlife conservation.

Prime Minister Shehbaz said that the significant increase in the Markhor population over the past decade was a testament to Pakistan’s dedication to protecting its natural environment. He said that the country’s conservation programs, supported by local communities and guided by scientific research, had shown that with collective effort, the decline of endangered species can be reversed.

“Pakistan, as a committed signatory to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), proudly announced its significant elevation to CITES Category I. This elevation is a testament to the nation’s unwavering dedication to wildlife conservation and the sustainable management of our natural resources.”

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PM extends warm wished to Buddhists on Vesak Day

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended warm wishes to the Buddhists across the world celebrating Vesak festival being observed today.

Vesak, the Day of the Full Moon in the month of May, is the most sacred day to millions of Buddhists around the world. Besides being the birthday of Buddha two and a half millennia ago, it also marks Buddha’s attainment as well as his death.

“May this day bring peace, prosperity, and harmony to all. Let’s celebrate our shared heritage and continue working towards mutual respect and understanding,” the prime minister wrote on his X timeline.

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PM Shehbaz arrives in UAE on ‘important’ visit

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived here on a daylong visit to meet the country’s leadership and interact with the business community.

“Just arrived in the UAE on a short but important visit. Looking forward to a fruitful exchange of views with the UAE leadership with a view to deepen the historic and brotherly Pak-UAE ties,” the prime minister wrote on X as he arrived here on his maiden visit after assuming the office.

He was warmly received by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court of UAE.

Ambassador of Pakistan to the UAE Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, UAE envoy in Islamabad Hamad Obaid Al-Zaabi and senior Pakistani and UAE officers were also present.

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PM leaves for daylong Iran visit to condole Ebrahim Raisi’s death

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif departed here for a daylong visit to Iran to express condolence over the demise of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.

Raisi, along with Foreign Minister Amir Abdollahian embraced martyrdom in a tragic helicopter crash in the Eastern Azerbaijan province of Iran on May 19, 2024.

During the visit, the prime minister will call on the Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Imam Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution and meet Acting President of Iran Dr. Mohammad Mokhber, to convey condolences on behalf of the people and Government of Pakistan.

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Cabinet dissatisfied with probe commission’s report on Faizabad sit-in

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ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet, with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in the chair expressed its dissatisfaction over a report of an Inquiry Commission into Faizabad sit-in (dharna) by observing that the commission had not adhered to its Terms of Reference (ToR).

The meeting directed to constitute a special committee of the cabinet that would submit its recommendations in this regard.

The Attorney General for Pakistan submitted an inquiry report over the matter and gave a detailed briefing to the cabinet. The cabinet also adopted a resolution expressing condolences on the shahadat of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and their companions in a helicopter crash.

The meeting also granted its approval to the recommendation of Ministry of Interior for duty and tax exemption on the equipment donated to Balochistan police by Guangdong Public Security Department, China.

However, under Federal Excise Tax 2005, the federal excise duty would be imposed on these items. The cabinet directed that in future, such like donations and grants would be exempted from taxes.

It also approved signing of memorandum of understanding between Pakistan and the United Kingdom with regard to handing over of three accused of Pakistani nationality on the recommendation of the ministry of interior.

During the meeting, the National Livestock Breeding Policy, 2022 was presented by the Ministry of National Food Security and Research and the cabinet directed it to resubmit it after holding consultations with the private sector.

The prime minister also directed for formulation of a mechanism under a private-public partnership project for establishing a quality slaughterhouse for Islamabad and its surrounding areas.

The cabinet on the recommendation of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) granted its approval to ex-post facto on the relief goods dispatched to the Palestinians by the NDMA.

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Another flight carrying students from Kyregyzstan reached Islamabad  

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ISLAMABAD: On the special instructions of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan Engineer Amir Muqam has welcomed the Pakistani students at Islamabad Airport who are coming from Bashkek after violent  attacks on Pakistani students.

Talking to the media the minister said that the Prime Minister immediately took steps to protect Pakistani students after this incident, he himself was monitoring the situation.

Amir Muqam inquired about the students’ well-being, Whoever wants to return to the country, the government of Pakistan will provide all kinds of assistance to them.

The minister revealed that Inshallah more flights will bring the students back home. The protection of life and property of Pakistanis will be ensured in every case.

Our first priority is the safety of Pakistani students, Federal Minister Engineer Amir Moqam took information from the students about the tragic incident that happened in Bashkek and asked the problems.

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President, PM condole demise of Iran’s Ebrahim Raisi

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ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed profound shock and sorrow over the tragic death of Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash, calling it a great loss not only for Iran but for the entire Muslim Ummah.

“Today, Pakistan mourns the loss of a great friend. Just last month, we had the honor of hosting him in Pakistan.

During our discussions, I found him very keen on strengthening our bilateral relations. Agha Raisi always had a special place for Pakistan and its people, in whichever position he served whether as President of the Islamic Republic of Iran or as Custodian of Imam Raza’s (A.S) Shrine,” President Zardari said in a statement.

He described Raisi’s passing as a great loss not only for Iran but for the entire Muslim Ummah.

President Zardari extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families of the Iranian president, the foreign minister, and others who lost their lives in the accident.

He paid tribute to late President Raisi’s dedicated services to the Islamic world, highlighting his steadfast advocacy for the unity of the Muslim Ummah.

He emphasized that the Islamic World had lost a remarkable leader who always supported the Muslim cause and deeply felt the sufferings of the Muslims globally, particularly the Palestinian and Kashmiri people.

On the other hand, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressing condolences and sympathies to the Iranian nation on the death of President of Iran Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash, announced a day of mourning in the country.

“They were good friends of Pakistan. Pakistan will observe a day of mourning and the flag will fly at half mast as a mark of respect for President Raisi and his companions and in solidarity with Brotherly Iran,” the prime minister said in a statement after a helicopter carrying President Raisi along with Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian and others crashed in the Varzaqan region in the northwest province of East Azerbaijan.

He recalled that Pakistan had the pleasure of hosting President Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian on a historic visit, less than a month ago and remembered them as “good friends of Pakistan.”

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Ishaq Dar, Amir Maqam’s visit to Kyrgyzstan postponed

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Ishaq Dar, Amir Maqam's visit to Kyrgyzstan postponed

ISLAMABAD: The visit of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Federal Minister Amir Maqam to Kyrgyzstan has been unexpectedly postponed. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had instructed them to travel to Bishkek immediately to assess the situation following the violence against Pakistani students in the Kyrgyz capital and to oversee the measures for … Read more

Pak envoy in Kyrgyzstan inquires about health of students in hospital   

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Kyrgyzstan

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Ambassador to the Kyrgyz Republic Hasan Zaigham on Saturday visited the Kyrgyz National Hospital to inquire about the wellbeing of Pakistani National Shahzaib who was under treatment there.

According to the Foreign Office spokesperson, a few other Pakistanis who were injured had been discharged from the hospital after providing the first aid.

“Five Pakistani students were injured in the mob violence. One of them is admitted in a local hospital with some jaw injuries, while four others were released after first aid,” Hasan Zaigham, Pakistan’s ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, told media on phone.

On the other hand, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit Baltistan and Frontier Regions Engineer Amir Muqam to immediately travel to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan to assist and rescue the Pakistani students affected by recent unrest in the country.

On the direction of the prime minister, Engineer Amir Muqam will leave for Bishkek tonight, a news release issued by the PM House said.

Amir Muqam will meet with high level government officials in Bishkek to address the situation and ensure the safety and well-being of Pakistani students.

He will also meet with the students, listen to their concerns, and ensure that they receive the best possible medical treatment for any injuries.

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IGP removed after failure to control protests in AJK

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IGP removed after failure to control protests in AJK

Federal Government replaces the IGP for AJK. Abdul Jabbar was transferred and assigned to AJK as the new IGP. Shehbaz Sharif announced a Rs23 billion subsidy package. Days after violent protests against high electricity bills and flour in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), the Federal Government on Friday has replaced the Inspector General of Police … Read more

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