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By Dr. Zafar Iqbal On behalf of the people of the government and people of Pakistan, I congratulate the Romanian government and people as they celebrate Great Union Day. As they mark this special day, I wish peace, prosperity, and good health to all the Romanians, living inside Romania or celebrating abroad. I also take this opportunity to reaffirm Pakistan’s desire to deepen our longstanding close and cordial relations with Romania. For Pakistan, Romania has always been a valued and important partner and steadfast friend not only in the bilateral context but both countries have a longstanding history of having similar views on major regional international issues. Pakistan and Romania have enjoyed cordial relations ever since...

December 5, 2021 at 10:14 pm | Economic Affairs

By Zahoor Ahmed December 6 is the national day of the Republic of Finland. On this day, Finns everywhere fly their blue and white flag and bake delicious cakes with blue and white icing. Traditionally, Finnish families light two candles in each window of their homes to signify offering hospitality to wanderers. National vector fabric wave flags of Finland and Pakistan isolated on white background. 1 to 2 proportion. While Finland has a harsh climate and small population of 5.5 million, the country is one of the most advanced nations in the world primarily on account of its achievements in the fields of education and innovation. Today, it has a highly industrialized, largely free-market economy with one of the highest per ...

December 5, 2021 at 1:31 pm | Economic Affairs

December 3,2021Rawalpindi (ISPR)His Excellency Mr Andrei Metelitsa, Ambassador of Belarus called on General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) at GHQ, today.During the meeting, matters of mutual interests, potential in defence cooperation, regional security, current situation in Afghanistan & collaboration / partnership in Humanitarian measures were discussed. COAS said that Pakistan values Belarus's role in global and regional affairs and we look forward to enhance our bilateral relationship. COAS also emphasized on the urgency for swiftly devising an institutional mechanism for channeling humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan in order to avert a looming humanitarian catastrophe.The visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan'...

December 3, 2021 at 6:27 pm | Economic Affairs

December 2,2021Rawalpindi (ISPR)General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) attended Closing Ceremony of the 41st Pakistan Army Rifle Association (PARA) Central Meet at Jhelum Garrison as Chief Guest. The mega shooting event was conducted at Army Marksmanship Unit from 26 October to 1 December 2021. Over 2500 firers from Army, Navy, Air Force, Civil Armed Forces (CAFs) including Rangers, Frontier Corps and Airport Security Force as well as civilians participated in the competition that comprised numerous events involving different ranges and types of weapons.COAS awarded trophies and medals to the winners and runners up in each shooting category. In Inter Formations Competition, Multan Corps came first followed by Mangla Corps. I...

December 2, 2021 at 11:36 pm | Economic Affairs

December 2,2021Vienna(Press Release)Pakistan has been elected as a member of the Industrial Development Board (IDB) and Programme and Budget Committee (PBC) of United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). Elections were held in Vienna earlier today during the ongoing General Conference of UNIDO.Pakistan's term as a member is for four years for IDB (2022-2025) and two years for PBC (2022-2023). Since Pakistan’s membership of UNIDO in 1985, Pakistan has been playing its active role as a member of IDB for 30 years and PBC for 18 years.The international community has once again reposed confidence in Pakistan, recognizing Pakistani’s contribution and efforts for inclusive and sustainable industrial development. Being the memb...

December 2, 2021 at 11:35 pm | Economic Affairs

December 1,2021Islamabad(Press Release)Foreign Secretary (FS) Sohail Mahmood held a briefing for the Islamabad-based OIC Heads of Mission, today, on the proposed Extraordinary Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers (OIC-CFM) of the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) on the situation in Afghanistan.The Foreign Secretary informed that on 29 November, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – in its capacity as the Chair of the Summit of the OIC – took the initiative to propose the convening of an Extraordinary Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers, relating to the situation in Afghanistan.Pakistan welcomed this initiative and offered to hostthe CFM in Islamabad on 17 December 2021.The Foreign Secretary underscored that this ...

December 1, 2021 at 10:24 pm | Economic Affairs

December 1,2021Vienna(Press Release)Ambassador Aftab Ahmad Khokher, in his capacity as Head of Pakistan’s delegation, addressed the 19th session of General Conference of United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). He appreciated UNIDO’s initiative of arranging Global Consultations on circular economy which offers a promising solution to some of the most pressing global challenges, particularly being faced by developing countries like Pakistan. In view of technological and financial constraints of developing countries, Ambassador Khokher emphasised that UNIDO should assist the Member States for transfer of clean and innovative technologies and arrangement of adequate and predictable financing for promotion of circular ec...

December 1, 2021 at 6:42 pm | Economic Affairs

Islamabad (Press Release)Greetings from Ambassador WADADear Pakistani Friends,Assalamu Alaikum,I am WADA Mitsuhiro, newly appointed Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan.  It is my pleasure to contribute to the development of Japan-Pakistan relations especially at this very important time and to work in this wonderful country which has a rich history, culture and also very warm-hearted people.Next year marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Pakistan since our cordial relationship began in 1952. On this remarkable opportunity, I will sincerely pursue my duties to further develop the existing friendly relationships in various fields such as politics, economy, culture, and defence cooperation....

December 1, 2021 at 2:45 pm | Economic Affairs

November 25,2021?Ambassador Jauhar Saleem, in his capacity as the President of the International Development Law Organization (IDLO), presided over the Annual Assembly of Parties, is the highest decision making forum of the Organization. Italian Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Marina, Sereni, Director General IDLO, Ambassasors/ Permanent Representatives of member countries, President UNIDROIT. Members Board of Advisors and representatives from FAO, IFAD and WFP attended the meeting.?Comprising 38 Member countries, IDLO is an international inter-governmental Organisation devoted to promoting Rule of Law and justice to further the global goals of Peace and Sustainable Development and is striving for making justice systems more effectiv...

November 25, 2021 at 11:26 am | Economic Affairs

November 24,2021Islamabad(Press Release) As a goodwill gesture towards the brotherly Afghan people, the Government of Pakistan has decided to allow the transportation of 50000 Metric Tonnes of wheat and life saving medicines from India to Afghanistan via Wagah Border on an exceptional basis for humanitarian purposes.The decision of the Government of Pakistan to this effect was formally conveyed to the Charge d’ Affaires of India at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today.

November 24, 2021 at 4:28 pm | Economic Affairs

November 23,2021Islamabad (Press Release)Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood received Nigel Casey HC, UK’s Special Representative to Afghanistan here on Tuesday at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Foreign Secretary shared Pakistan’s perspective on situation in Afghanistan, especially humanitarian aspect; emphasized urgent steps to prevent humanitarian crisis and economic collapse; stressed importance of stable and prosperous Afghanistan for the region.

November 23, 2021 at 7:48 pm | Economic Affairs

November 22,2021ISLAMABAD(EA Report)President Dr Arif Alvi on Monday said Pakistan offered business-friendly policies for foreign investors particularly in agriculture, information technology, telecommunication, energy, and tourism sectors.The president expressed these views while talking to the ambassadors-designate of Japan, Norway, Poland, and the non-resident ambassador-designate of Cambodia, who separately called on him, at the Aiwan-e-Sadr.Earlier, the ambassadors-designate Mitsuhiro Wada (Japan), Per Albert Ilsaas (Norway), Maciej Pisarski (Poland) and the non-resident ambassador-designate of the Cambodia Ung Sean presented their credentials to President Dr Arif Alvi at a ceremony. The president congratulated the newly-appoin...

November 22, 2021 at 10:46 pm | Economic Affairs

November 22,2021ISPR(Press Release)A delegation led by Mr Gregory Weldon Meeks, Chairman House Foreign Affairs Committee (HFAC), USA and Mr Amerish Babulal Bera, Members HFAC (Chairman of the Subcommittee on Asia Pacific, Central Asia and Non-proliferation) called on General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), today.During the meetings, matters of mutual interest, current security situation in Afghanistan and bilateral cooperation in various fields were discussed. COAS said that Pakistan desires to maintain the tradition of bilateral engagement with all the regional players and wish for enduring peace in the region. COAS reiterated the need for global convergence on Afghanistan for avoiding humanitarian crisis and coordinated ef...

November 22, 2021 at 10:23 pm | Economic Affairs

November 22,2021Islamabad(Press Release)Foreign Secretary(FS)Sohail Mahmood received Cambodia’s non-resident ambassador Ung Sean on Monday at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA). Extending best wishes, FS hoped that during his term Pakistan-Cambodia bilateral relations would be further strengthened in all dimensions. He also expressed resolve to deepen cooperation with ASEAN under Cambodian Chair.

November 22, 2021 at 10:20 pm | Economic Affairs

November 22, 2021Islamabad (Press Release) Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser has stressed for collective international efforts to address the impending humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan. The Speaker said that the situation in Afghanistan warrant immediate steps otherwise the ultimate suffer would be the marginalized Afghan population. He expressed these views while talking to the United States Congressmen Mr. Gregory Meeks and Mr. Ami Bera who called on the Speaker in Parliament House, this morning.Speaker Asad Qaiser said that the International community should immediately step forward and address the looming humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan. He said that in case of delay in that regard, the ultimate sufferers would be the old aged...

November 22, 2021 at 6:06 pm | Economic Affairs

November 22, 2021Islamabad( Press Release)Commander, Qatari Emiri Naval Forces, Major General Abdullah Bin Hassan Al-Sulaiti called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force in his office today. During the meeting, both the dignitaries discussed matters of professional and mutual interest.Major General Abdullah Bin Hassan Al-Sulaiti commended the professionalism of PAF and acknowledged its rising indigenous capacity in aviation industry. The Air Chief said that Pakistan and Qatar enjoy longstanding religious, cultural and historical bonds which are manifested through strong ties between both air forces. The Air Chief reiterated his resolve to further enhance the existing bilateral cooperation...

November 22, 2021 at 5:51 pm | Economic Affairs