President Zardari steps in as PPP-PML-N tensions simmer

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ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari held a late-night meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to review the country’s evolving political situation, as tensions persist between coalition allies PPP and PML-N. The leaders discussed matters pertaining to the overall security and political situation in the country, as well as recent … Read more

President steps in to ease tensions between Sindh, Punjab Govtst

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ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has become actively involved in efforts to defuse rising tensions between the Sindh and Punjab provincial governments and has summoned Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi for urgent consultations. According to sources at the Presidency, President Zardari held a telephonic conversation with Minister Naqvi to discuss the ongoing friction between the two … Read more

President extends warm greetings to China on its 76th National Day

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ISLAMABAD: President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari extended warm and heartfelt congratulations to the Government and the people of the People’s Republic of China on the occasion of their 76th National Day, commemorating the founding of the nation in 1949. In his official message issued from the Presidency, President Zardari noted that the people of … Read more

President vows to transform Pakistan into leading maritime power

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ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari said Pakistan’s maritime future was bright and with unity of purpose and an unwavering commitment to excellence, the country will establish its rightful place as a competitive, sustainable, and internationally respected maritime nation. In a message on the International Day of Maritime Trade observed on September 29, he said, “The … Read more

President witnesses signing of three MoUs in Urumqi

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Urumqi: President Asif Ali Zardari witnessed the signing of three Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between Pakistani and Chinese enterprises. The first MoU was signed between Loyang Modern Biotechnologies and the Government of Sindh, represented by Minister Nasir Shah. It focuses on modernising Pakistan’s livestock industry. The second MoU was signed between Beijing Asian Africa Longyue … Read more

Asif Ali Zardari visits Xinjiang Islamic institute, praises its role in Islamic learning

Asif Ali Zardari visits Xinjiang Islamic institute, praises its role in Islamic learning

ÜRÜMQI, CHINA: President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari paid a visit to the Xinjiang Islamic Institute in Asif Ali Zardari visited the Xinjiang Islamic Institute in Ürümqi, where he praised the institute’s role in promoting religious education and cultural exchange between Pakistan and China, according to a news source. Zardari highlighted the importance of such … Read more

President calls for Pak-China joint ventures in EVs and mini trucks

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SHANGHAI: President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday met Yin Tongyue, Chairman of the Board of Chery Holding Co., Ltd. and Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., in Shanghai. During the meeting, President Zardari assured the Chairman that the Government of Pakistan would provide policy support for new energy vehicles, electric buses and local production of components. The … Read more

Zardari hails China’s transformation during visit to CPC memorial

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SHANGHAI: President Asif Ali Zardari visited the Memorial of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in Shanghai. He was accompanied by First Lady, Bibi Aseefa Bhutto Zardari and Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. Located in Shanghai’s historic French Concession, the Memorial preserves the site where the CPC held … Read more

President calls for further expanding of Pak-China cooperation 

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ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari emphasised the importance of expanding cooperation between Pakistan and China in political, economic and cultural fields, underlining Pakistan’s commitment to deepening people-to-people contacts and public diplomacy. The president held a meeting with Li Shulei, Member of the Political Bureau and Secretariat of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, and … Read more

Asif Ali Zardari arrives in China on official visit, Gets warm Welcome in Chengdu

Asif Ali Zardari arrives in China on official visit, Gets warm Welcome in Chengdu

Chengdu: President Asif Ali Zardari reached China on Friday for an official visit and received a warm welcome on his arrival in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province. At Chengdu Airport, Asif Ali Zardari was welcomed by China’s Vice Foreign Minister and the Vice Governor of Sichuan. Khalil Hashmi, Pakistan’s ambassador to China, and Jiang … Read more

President stands in solidarity with South Punjab flood victims

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ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari expressed deep sympathy and heartfelt solidarity with the people of South Punjab who have been severely affected by the recent floods. The President, in a statement, acknowledged the immense hardships faced by thousands who have been displaced from their homes and whose livelihoods have been gravely impacted by the natural … Read more

President Zardari departs for China on official visit

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ISLAMABAD: President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari has left for China on an official visit at the invitation of the Chinese government, the Spokesperson of the Presidency confirmed. According to the spokesperson, President Zardari will visit various regions of China from September 12 to 21. During the visit, he will hold meetings with provincial leadership … Read more

President urges preparedness to cater heavy rains in Sindh

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ISLAMABAD: President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, has called on all concerned institutions to remain fully prepared in view of the heavy rains expected in Sindh from Sunday night through Tuesday. The President directed provincial, district and municipal authorities to stay on high alert and ensure advance arrangements, particularly in low-lying and coastal areas which … Read more

President, PM call for inclusive and accessible education

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ISLAMABAD: As the world marked International Literacy Day on September 8, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for a united national resolve to ensure education that is universal, inclusive, and accessible for all. President stresses education as a human right In his message, President Asif Ali Zardari urged the nation to … Read more

President approves change in 11th NFC constitution

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ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has approved a change in the constitution of the 11th National Finance Commission (NFC). “The change became necessary after the Government of Balochistan revised its nomination, recommending Mahfooz Ali Khan as its non ex-officio member in the 11th NFC. The President accorded approval to this nomination, superseding the earlier approval”. … Read more

President, PM urge united action against escalating climate threats

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ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the need for a collective response from citizens to climate change through the advancement of the ‘Green Pakistan Programme’, as erratic climatic patterns were bringing disasters to the country, most recently in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where flash floods triggered by cloudbursts caused heavy losses. “At … Read more