ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed that strengthening Pakistan’s economy on solid foundations remains the top priority of his government. He was chairing a high-level meeting on foreign investment in Pakistan, attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Field Marshal Asim Munir, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, and … Read more
LONDON: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday said that Pakistan was moving forward on economic, diplomatic, and defense fronts. He said the economy had stabilized and the country was now ready for growth and progress. Speaking to overseas Pakistanis at the Pakistan High Commission in London, the Prime Minister admitted that Pakistan’s economy had faced … Read more
New York: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session, where he raised critical issues including the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, India’s violations of the Indus Waters Treaty, and evidence of terrorism being sponsored inside Pakistan. During the meeting, which took place following his … Read more
NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived here, leading the Pakistan delegation to participate in the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) during the High-Level Week. The Prime Minister, accompanied by the Pakistani delegation, will represent Pakistan at the 80th Session of the UNGA. In his address to the General Assembly, he … Read more
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that Pakistan’s successful diplomacy and foreign policy have elevated the country’s prestige. He was chairing a meeting via video link where consultations were held on key matters, including Pakistan-Saudi Arabia relations. On the occasion, members of the federal cabinet termed the Pakistan-Saudi defense agreement a major achievement of the … Read more
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif greeted the entire nation and Muslim Ummah on the day of 12 Rabi-ul-Awwal and urged the people to pledge to mould individual and collective lives in accordance with the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). In a message on the auspicious day, he said, “Today, on … Read more
BEIJING: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to establish simple, robust and sustainable infrastructure at Islamabad’s under-construction hospitals, including Jinnah Medical Complex, to deliver high-quality medical facilities, modeled on China’s standards. The prime minister, during his visit to Beijing’s Anzhen Hospital, instructed to prioritise the high-quality facilities at Pakistan’s under-construction hospitals, on … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has issued urgent directives to federal ministers in view of the worsening flood situation in the Chenab, Sutlej, and Ravi rivers. The Prime Minister ordered ministers to immediately visit the flood-affected areas across Punjab and personally oversee relief operations. He instructed that the evacuation of people residing along riverbanks be … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reached out to leaders of various political parties, assuring them of the federal government’s full cooperation and institutional support in tackling the devastation caused by heavy monsoon rains and urban flooding. In a telephone call to Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the prime minister expressed deep sorrow … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned terrorist attacks on police stations and check posts in various cities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The prime minister praised the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police and Counter-Terrorism Department for successful operation in which three terrorists were killed. The prime minister paid homage to the police personnel martyred in the terrorism incidents … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that equipping the younger generation with comprehensive knowledge of modern technology and artificial intelligence (AI) was among the top priorities of the government, so that they could compete with the global youth on an equal footing. On International Youth Day, being observed on August 12, he said Pakistan joined … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that the just resolution of Jammu and Kashmir dispute was a key pillar of Pakistan’s foreign policy and urged the international community to play a role to halt Indian human rights crimes in IIOJK and reverse its unilateral and illegal actions of 5 August 2019. The prime minister, in … Read more
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called upon all stakeholders, including government institutions, healthcare professionals, private sector partners, media, and civil society to join hands in a unified response to combat the challenge of hepatitis, besides underscoring the need of raising public awareness. In a message on ‘World Hepatitis Day’ being … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved the establishment of a modern and internationally standardized digital ecosystem within the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). During a meeting to review progress on the ongoing reforms in the FBR, the prime minister observed that the economy was moving in a positive direction due to the recent reforms … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to develop a comprehensive plan for the restructuring of its Digital Wing and set clear timelines for achieving its objectives. He presided over a high-level review meeting on reforms within the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and expressed satisfaction over the ongoing efforts … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level review meeting to assess national planning for agricultural development and agri-financing strategies. During the session, the premier directed authorities to devise a comprehensive action plan for providing easy loans on flexible terms, especially for medium and small-scale agricultural activities. “The provision of modern agricultural facilities to farmers … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has instructed the concerned authorities to make substantial investments in digital infrastructure and modern classrooms for Daanish Schools and Daanish University. While chairing a review meeting on the ongoing development of Daanish Schools nationwide and the Daanish University in Islamabad, the prime minister said, “As Khadim-e-Pakistan, I see it … Read more
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the security forces for eliminating 30 Indian-backed Khawarij terrorists while attempting to infiltrate through the Pak-Afghan border in Hassan Khel area of North Waziristan. The president and prime minister, in their separately issued statements, commended the bravery of security forces for carrying … Read more
