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Dar hints other states may follow suit after Pak-Saudi defence deal

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LONDON: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar hinted that some countries were showing interest in building strategic defence agreements with Pakistan, following the country’s landmark pact with Saudi Arabia. “It is premature to say something, but after this development, other countries have also expressed a desire for similar arrangements,” he said. “But such … Read more

16,000 Pakistanis imprisoned abroad

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Pakistanis

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has disclosed the number of Pakistanis imprisoned overseas, presenting the details in the National Assembly. In a written reply to a question from MNA Shehla Raza, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar revealed that 15,953 Pakistanis are currently jailed in countries across the Middle East and Southeast Asia. According to the reply, despite … Read more

Dar highlights Pakistan’s investment potential in meeting with global experts

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Dar

NEW YORK: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar met with leading investment, banking and IT professionals here, wherein he highlighted Pakistan’s potential in fintech, infrastructure, sustainable finance, digitization and tokenization of assets, and digital banking. The deputy prime minister, who is in New York on an eight-day visit to US, pointed to … Read more

Pakistan slams India’s suspension of Indus Waters Treaty at UN

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UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan has strongly objected to India’s unilateral suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, warning that the move endangers the water security of more than 240 million Pakistanis. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar labelled the Indian decision as “illegal” and urged the United Nations to intervene to ensure peaceful resolution of … Read more

Turkish Foreign Minister arrives in Pakistan

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ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Minister of Turkey Hakan Fidan arrived in Islamabad  on an official visit aimed at enhancing cooperation and further solidifying the historic ties between the two brotherly nations. Upon arrival, the Turkish Minister was warmly received by Additional Secretary (West Asia) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Syed Ali Asad Gillan. During … Read more

Federal govt approves import of up to 500,000 MT sugar

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ISLAMABAD: The Federal Cabinet has given final approval for the import of 500,000 metric tons of sugar in a bid to stabilize domestic prices. According to the Ministry of National Food Security and Research, the import will be carried out through government channels, and all necessary arrangements have been finalized for immediate implementation. This decision, … Read more

No nuclear negotiations while Israeli strikes continue, says Iran

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Iran

GENEVA: Iran has declared that it will not engage in nuclear negotiations as long as Israeli attacks continue, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The statement came after high-level discussions held in Geneva, Switzerland, where the foreign ministers of Germany, France, and the United Kingdom met with their Iranian counterpart. Speaking to the media after the … Read more

Iran warns of immediate Israel against hitting vital infrastructure

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Iran

TEHRAN: Iran has issued a clear warning to the international community, stating that any Israeli attack on its economic or energy infrastructure will prompt an immediate response. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called international appeals for Iranian restraint in the face of Israeli aggression “unjust,” emphasizing that Tehran will not remain passive if critical infrastructure … Read more

Iranian FM arrives on Pakistan on two-day official visit

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Iranian FM

ISLAMABAD: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Monday arrived here on a two-day official visit to hold consultations with Pakistan’s leadership on the situation in the Middle East and bilateral relations. During his visit, Foreign Minister Araghchi will hold meetings with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator … Read more

Pakistan’s blue economy has potential to become driving force for growth: Dar

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ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said that Pakistan’s blue economy had the potential to become a driving force for national growth and resilience, citing the opportunities in fisheries and maritime trade to the exploration of offshore resources like petroleum and gas.

The deputy prime minister, addressing the International Maritime Business and Finance Conference held here, said that to enhance Pakistan’s share in the blue economy, efforts were being made under the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) to modernize the fisheries and shipbreaking industry using advanced technology.

He told the gathering that the government had already removed sales tax on fisheries processing plants and fishery seeds.

Highlighting the significant investment opportunities offered by the country’s ports, he said the oceans supported around 85% of global trade and also played a critical role in meeting the sustainable development agenda.

Dar said that as a maritime nation, Pakistan viewed the Arabian Sea as its fifth neighbor and a vital component of its economic and strategic paradigm.

Pakistan’s unique geopolitical and geographical position offered immense potential for trade with economic zones offering opportunities for coastal tourism, aquaculture, biotechnology, energy, and health.

He said Pakistan was transforming ports into hubs of regional and international trade and efficient green transshipment as a maritime single window was operational to enhance the efficiency of ports.

The deputy prime minister said that Pakistan was committed to working for the environmental protection in the maritime industry and sought support from the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to make Pakistan a hub of ship breaking industry.

Highlighting the impacts of climate change on Pakistan like the 2022 flash floods despite the country’s minimal contribution to carbon emissions, the deputy prime minister said the government was committed to low-carbon alternative fuels and establishing green corridors.

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Pakistan reaffirms desire to enhancing partnership with ASEAN

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ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar expressed Pakistan’s desire to enhancing its partnership with Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) in its quest for a peaceful, stable, and prosperous region.

“Let us take this opportunity to reflect on our shared achievement and renew our commitment to the principles that guide ASEAN’s Mission,” the Deputy PM said in his message on the occasion of ASEAN Day.

He said Pakistan remained steadfast in its support for ASEAN’s vision and looked forward to contributing to its ongoing success.

On the occasion, he felicitated Secretary General Dr. Kao Kim Hourn for his exemplary leadership and tireless efforts in advancing the ASEAN agenda.

“This day symbolizes the enduring spirit of unity and cooperation among the Southeast Asian nations. It is a privilege to celebrate this milestone alongside our ASEAN friends.”

Ishaq Dar said the Association stood as a model of regional integration and collective progress, demonstrating remarkable achievements in economic development, social cohesion, and diplomatic engagement.

He pointed out that Pakistan held in high regard the significant role ASEAN played in promoting peace, stability, and prosperity within the Asia-Pacific region.

The celebration of ASEAN Day not only reminds us of the vital importance of regional cooperation but also highlights the rich cultural diversity and historical heritage of the region.

He added that Pakistan’s relations with ASEAN were underpinned by a shared commitment to principles of mutual respect, non-interference, and constructive engagement.

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Dar departs for Jeddah to attend OIC moot on Israeli crimes  

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ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar departed for Jeddah to participate in the Extraordinary Meeting of the OIC Executive Committee convened to discuss the ongoing Israeli aggression against Palestine and other regional states.

The meeting is being convened at the request of the State of Palestine and the Islamic Republic of Iran to discuss the ongoing Israeli aggression against Palestine and other regional states.

At the Extraordinary Meeting, the deputy prime minister will present Pakistan’s serious concerns about the dire situation in Gaza and the wider Middle East region besides emphasizing the urgency of peace and provision of relief assistance to the people of Gaza.

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Dar fully supports Iran’s call for OIC extraordinary meeting

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ISLAMABAD: Acting Foreign Minister of Iran Ali Bagehri Kani called Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and shared the Iranian nation and its leadership’s deep anguish on the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, in Tehran on the occasion of the inauguration of the President of Iran.

“The Deputy Prime Minister conveyed that the people of Pakistan shared these sentiments. He shared that the Prime Minister of Pakistan had condemned the developments in Gaza and the atrocious assassination of Ismail Haniyeh Shaheed in the strongest possible terms.

Moreover, the National Assembly of Pakistan had unanimously condemned the heinous act which was against international law, established diplomatic norms and acceptable behavior amongst the comity of nations, the DPM Dar added.

During a telephone call, the Iranian acting foreign minister also requested the deputy prime minister to participate in the Extraordinary Meeting of the OIC being convened on this matter at the Foreign Ministers level. The meeting has been requested by Iran and is likely to be held in the near future.

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Dar in Tehran to attend inauguration of Iranian president

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Dar

TEHRAN: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday arrived here to attend the inauguration of President-elect of Iran Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian.

On his arrival at Tehran airport, he was received by Director General (West Asia) of the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Seyed Rasoul Musavi and Ambassador of Pakistan to Iran Muhammad Mudassir Tipu.

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Dar meets with Secretary General Commonwealth

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Dar

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Monday received Commonwealth Secretary General Patricia Scotland at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in the first official engagement of her five-day visit to Pakistan.

Welcoming Secretary General Scotland to Pakistan, Deputy Prime Minister Dar reaffirmed the high importance accorded by Pakistan to the Commonwealth and its strong commitment to upholding the values and principles enshrined in the Commonwealth Charter.

The deputy prime minister thanked Secretary General Scotland for her climate advocacy on behalf of Pakistan following the 2022 floods that submerged two-thirds of Pakistan’s territory and inflicted economic losses of over US$30 billion.

He appreciated the appointment of a dedicated Climate Finance Advisor for Pakistan by the Commonwealth to support Pakistan’s efforts for building climate resilience and disaster preparedness.

the deputy prime minister and the Secretary General also discussed matters related to women empowerment and youth participation in Pakistan’s development economy through education and training programmes.

The two sides also discussed the agenda for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) to be held later this year.

The deputy prime minister said that he looked forward to engaging with Secretary-General Scotland and his Commonwealth counterparts at the Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers’ Meeting before the CHOGM.

He added that as a founding member, Pakistan considered the Commonwealth as an important forum for forging consensus on contemporary global and regional challenges.

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Foreign Minister Dar reviews arrangements for SCO CHG

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ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar chaired the first meeting of High-Level Committee on the Requirements and Arrangements for the SCO Council of Heads of Government (CHG) Meeting to be held in Islamabad on 15-16 October 2024.

The committee has been constituted in pursuit of the Prime Minister’s directive to ensure hosting of the SCO Council of Heads of Government (CHG) meeting in Islamabad in a befitting manner.

The committee comprises, as its members, Federal Ministers for Economic Affairs, Interior, Information and Broadcasting, and Secretaries of the Foreign Affairs, Cabinet, and Interior as well as Chairman CDA.

The committee discussed the needs assessment and gave directions to the concerned authorities for making efficient arrangements, in line with SCO practice, Pakistan’s international standing, concomitant with Pakistan’s traditional hospitality.

The committee members expressed satisfaction at the ongoing preparations. The Deputy PM stressed the need for maintaining the momentum of preparations.

Since becoming full member of SCO in 2017, Pakistan has been actively participating in various SCO formats. As Chair of the SCO CHG, Pakistan will be hosting the 23rd meeting of the CHG in autumn this year.

CHG is the second-highest decision-making body of the SCO. It deals with socio-economic, cultural and other humanitarian cooperation issues as well as budgetary and financial matters of SCO.

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Dar congratulates UK’s Keir Starmer over historic victory in election

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Dar

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar  congratulated Labour Party leader Keir Starmer on the historic victory in the parliamentary election in the United Kingdom.

“I extend my heartfelt felicitations to Keir Starmer, Leader of The Labour Party on the historic victory in the parliamentary election in the United Kingdom. Pakistan and UK share deep-rooted and broad-based ties founded in shared history and people-to-people contacts,” the deputy prime minister wrote on his X timeline.

He expressed confidence that under his stewardship, the bilateral relationship between Pakistan and the UK would be further strengthened and both countries would work together for global peace, prosperity and development.

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Govt to pass resolution in response to US resolution regarding elections

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ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar informed the National Assembly that the government would bring a resolution in the House to counter the resolution passed by the US House of Representatives on June 25.

Winding up the discussion on a cut motions, he said, “The government has taken note of the resolution passed by the US House of Representatives on Pakistan. We will also pass a resolution in response to the US’s resolution, and the draft resolution will be shared with the opposition and treasury benches.”

He said, “We must show our sovereignty and unity. We must show we mean business… I will request all to come together and present a clear resolution in response to the US resolution.”

The deputy prime minister also read out a statement earlier issued by the Foreign Office saying, “Pakistan has taken note of the passage of House Resolution 901 by the US House of Representatives on June 25. We believe that the timing and context of this particular resolution do not align well with the positive dynamics of our bilateral ties and stem from an incomplete understanding of the political situation and electoral process in Pakistan.

Pakistan, as the world’s second-largest parliamentary democracy and fifth-largest democracy overall, is committed to the values of constitutionalism, human rights, and the rule of law in pursuance of our own national interest.”

He said that Pakistan believed in constructive dialogue and engagement based on mutual respect and understanding. Such resolutions, he noted, were neither constructive nor objective.

“We hope that the US Congress will play a supportive role in strengthening Pakistan-US ties and focus on avenues of mutual collaboration that benefit both our peoples and countries,” he added.

Dar highlighted that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s government was actively addressing the issue of Palestine, making clear Pakistan’s stance on the matter.

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Dar lauds Pakistani women’s contributions in diplomacy

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Dar

ISLAMABAD: As the world observes the International Day of Women in Diplomacy on Monday, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar appreciated the services and contributions of Pakistani women in the field of diplomacy.

At the UNGA’s 76th Session, the United Nations General Assembly by consensus declared the 24th of June each year to be the International Day of Women in Diplomacy.

The deputy prime minister wrote on his X timeline that throughout the country’s history, Pakistani women had made tremendous contributions in the field of diplomacy.

“Stalwarts like Begum Raana Liaquat Ali Khan, Madam Shaista Ikramullah, Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto and many others broke barriers and set the path for hundreds of women diplomats who continue to represent Pakistan on the international stage with grace and dignity,” he remarked.

The deputy prime minister applauded the women diplomats and thanked them for their services and contributions.

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Deputy PM Dar visits Jagran-2 Hydropower project

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ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar visited the Jagran-2 Hydropower Plant being constructed in the Neelum district of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

The deputy prime minister was briefed about the progress in the construction of 50MW power plant. It was told that the work on the Jagran-2 project was proceeding as per the plan and would be completed by the year 2025, according to a press release.

Expressing satisfaction and appreciation at the progress of the project, DPM Ishaq Dar promised to take up the matter at the ECNEC to fast-track the approvals through early action.

He also met the Chinese engineers and Pakistani team working on the Jagran-2 project.

Dar conveyed the best wishes of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Government of Pakistan for the engineers, technicians and workers employed in the project and assured full support and security of the Government of Pakistan for its timely completion.

He expressed confidence that the project would contribute significantly towards electrical power generation in Azad Jammu and Kashmir and bring benefits to the local population in terms of employment, education, agriculture, industrial development, and tourism.

The deputy prime minister also made a surprise visit on Tuesday to the Jagran-1 Hydropower Plant in the Neelum district.

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Dar visits Jagran Hydropower plant in AJK

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ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar visited Jagran-1 Hydropower Plant in Neelum District.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar made a surprise visit to Jagran-1 Hydropower Plant in Neelum district, Azad Jammu Kashmir.

The deputy PM expressed satisfaction at the smooth functioning of the 30.4 MW Jagran-I which was conceived, approved and financed during the 1997-1999 tenure of former Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif when Senator Ishaq Dar was the Finance Minister of Pakistan.

The deputy PM conveyed his best wishes for the engineers, technicians and workers employed in Jagran-1 and the full support of the Government of Pakistan for the project, which is contributing to Pakistan’s energy security.

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Deputy PM Dar calls for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

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ISLAMABAD: Strongly condemning the use of hunger and starvation as a weapon of war by the Israeli forces, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar urged the international community to take action to stop this collective punishment unleashed on the Palestinians and help ensuring immediate ceasefire and unimpeded flow of humanitarian aid to Gaza.

“Recent attacks by Israeli settlers on aid convoys as well as seizure of Rafah border crossing with Egypt amounts to deliberate blocking of humanitarian supplies with a clear intent to starve the civilian population,” the deputy prime minister said while addressing the Extraordinary Meeting of the D-8 Council of Foreign Ministers in Istanbul.

He said the world was witnessing indiscriminate killings of civilians with a disproportionately large number of women and children. “Israeli forces are systematically bombing hospitals and vital infrastructure to target the very existence of Palestinians.”

According to the World Health Organization, he said only 12 of Gaza’s 36 hospitals were functional, that too barley. More strikingly, 84% of all health facilities are either destroyed or damaged, all most all certainly by design. Israel’s incessant and brutal aggression is a blatant attempt to wipe out the Palestinian population, Ishaq Dar said adding that the world was witnessing one of the worst massacres of our time being perpetrated by Israeli occupation forces, in total disregard of the international law world opinion and ICJ orders.

The Deputy PM demanded that the order of the International Court of Justice directing Israel to immediately halt its military offensive in Rafah must be implemented without delay. “International community must act to halt the killing and arrest humanitarian suffering.”

Pakistan believes that there can be no lasting peace in the Middle East without a comprehensive resolution of all outstanding Arab-Israeli disputes, Deputy PM Dar said adding that the establishment of a sovereign, viable and contiguous Palestinian state was an absolutely prerequisite for regional peace and stability.

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Dar urges healthcare professionals to serve needy, deserving with compassion

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ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar urged the healthcare professionals to stay committed to their noble profession and knowledge by undertaking the responsibility towards the needy and deserving with compassion and empathy.

Addressing a convocation ceremony of HBS Medical and Dental College, the deputy prime minister said that in the healthcare sector, the professionals should accord high priority to the needs of the deserving and needy and should not forget the high values taught by Islam which emphasized upon making of efforts for the betterment of others.

Dar said that together, they could transform Pakistan into a developed and prosperous country among the comity of nations as the country had the immense capacity and the nation was resilient to overcome all challenges.

He cited that when they formed the government, the country was on the verge of default, but they took drastic steps to ensure economic turnaround.

The deputy prime minister further stressed upon making of sincere efforts to become a member of G20. “Things are turning around and Pakistan is not more in isolation among the comity of nations as claimed by certain critics,” he added.

He also regretted that in the past, whenever the PML-N government strived to put the country on path of progress and prosperity, some hidden hands tried to disrupt that journey.

The deputy prime minister said that a committee had been working to address issues of medical sector, adding it would assess healthcare demand and supply in the country, ensure quality education and propose policy measures to the prime minister. He also lauded the contributions of the private sector in imparting medical education.

He also underlined the need of making further efforts for shaping the younger minds for future challenges and said that coordination was crucial in shaping the new generation with skills.

The future of the healthcare system in Pakistan was bright, he added. The deputy prime minister also wished success for the new medical graduates and reminded them that they were entering into a new phase of life full of challenges and opportunities.

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Ishaq Dar’s appointment as deputy PM challenged  

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KARACHI: Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar’s appointment as Deputy Prime Minister has been challenged in the Sindh High Court (SHC).

Tariq Mansoor Advocate filed a petition in the Sindh High Court in which he took the position that the law does not mention the post of Deputy Prime Minister, therefore the appointment of Ishaq Dar is illegal.

The Federal Cabinet, Prime Minister’s Secretariat, Principal Secretary of the Presidency and others have been made parties in the petition

The petitioner pleaded with the court that the notification of appointment of Ishaq Dar should be declared null and void.

The court fixed the petition for hearing on Friday and Chief Justice Sindh High Court Aqeel Abbasi will hear it with a 2-member bench.

Earlier, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar was given the additional charge of deputy prime minister, according to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division.

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Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaches Gambia to attend OIC summit

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ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said that he had arrived in The Gambia to represent Pakistan at 15th Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Summit being held in Banjul on 4-5 May.

On his X account, the deputy prime minister/foreign minister said that earlier, he had participated with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Riyadh.

He was received by the Gambian Minister of Petroleum and Energy Nani Juwara, Foreign Secretary of Pakistan Ambassador Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi and Ambassador of Pakistan to Senegal accredited to the Gambia Saima Maymunah Sayed, a post on X said.

Ishaq Dar, in his post, further said that besides attending the Summit, he would also hold bilateral meetings with dignitaries from the member countries.

The Foreign Office Spokesperson in a press release said that at the Summit, the deputy prime minister and foreign minister would speak about Pakistan’s perspective on the ongoing genocide in Gaza, the right to self-determination of the people of Jammu & Kashmir, imperatives of solidarity and unity of the Ummah, rising Islamophobia, issues of climate change, terrorism and other contemporary global challenges.

He will underline the need to find collective solutions to challenges confronting the Muslim Ummah, it was further added.

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FM calls for broadening economic diplomacy

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ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Saturday emphasized on the need of enhancing economic diplomacy and efforts to bolster trade and investment ties with the foreign countries.

The foreign minister chaired an online meeting with Heads of the Missions to inter-alia review the progress made on market sounding efforts being made through Pakistan’s Missions Abroad for outsourcing of airports, a press release said.

The secretary Aviation / DGCAA presented the progress review and informed that concerted efforts by Heads of the Missions in Turkiye, Malaysia, UAE, Qatar, Paris, Spain, Germany, Kuwait, UK and Switzerland have reinvigorated interests of well-known airport operators, who had shown positive interests in bidding of Islamabad International Airport.

The renewed interest of foreign airport operators testified economic stability and confidence of investors in the political stability in Pakistan.

The session was followed by 9th Meeting of Steering Committee on Outsourcing of Airports, which was inter-alia attended by Secretary Aviation / DGCAA, Secretary Law & Justice, Additional Secretary MoFA ME, Additional Secretary BOI, DG ASF, DG ANF, Additional DGCAA, Additional DG FIA (Immigration), senior officer of Pakistan Customs and IFC Team.

The IFC presented progress review report and highlighted that foreign investors were showing keen interest in the bidding process of Islamabad International Airport and a healthy competition was expected.

The fora also reviewed Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and service delivery benchmarks worked out by international consultants to improve quality of services at airports.

It was assured by the heads of government agencies that all out efforts would be made for observance and adherence to service delivery benchmarks to ensure seamless passenger experience at airports.

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PM Shehbaz reconstitutes Council of Common Interests  

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reconstituted the Council of Common Interests (CCI) and the Foreign Minister has been included in the CCI instead of the Finance Minister.

After the approval of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the notification for the reconstitution of the Council of Common Interests has been issued. The 8-member Council of Common Interests will be chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while the chief ministers of all four provinces will join the council as members.

For the first time, the Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has been included in the Council of Common Interests instead of the Finance Minister.

The Finance Minister is a permanent member of the Council of Common Interests, but Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has included former Finance Minister Ishaq Dar in the CCI, considering his experience and ability to settle matters with the provinces.

Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has become a part of the cabinet for the first time, so veteran Ishaq Dar has been replaced in the council.

According to the notification, Defense Minister Khawaja Asif and Minister for States & Frontier Region (SAFRAN) Amir Muqam from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are also included in the Council of Common Interests.

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Committee formed for airport outsourcing, privatization of PIA

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ISLAMABAD: Federal Government a committee for airport outsourcing and privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA).

A committee has been formed under the chairmanship of the Minister of Defence and Aviation and the notification of the formation of the committee has been issued.

According to the notification, the committee will review the outsourcing of airport management and monitor matters related to the privatization of PIA.

The notification states that the committee members will include the Minister of Privatization, Foreign Minister, Secretary Privatization, Deputy Chairman Planning Commission and Secretary Aviation Division.

It should be noted that in the federal cabinet meeting in the past few days, the Prime Minister had directed to speed up the process of privatization of PIA, ensure transparency and form a committee regarding the outsourcing of airports.

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