Pakistan has vast opportunities in trade, businesses: NA Speaker
ISLAMABAD: Speaker National Assembly (NA) Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has said Pakistan has vast opportunities in trade and businesses. He expressed these views during his meeting with Ambassador of Republic of Turkiye Dr Mehmet Pacaci, who called on him at Parliament House in Islamabad, according to a Radio Pakistan’s report. The Speaker said Pakistan is blessed with diverse natural landscape which renders it wonderful destination for tourists like Turkiye. Sardar Ayaz Sadiq said ties between Pakistan and Turkiye are based upon shared values of religion and culture. While reminding about his initiative of 1st Speaker’s Conference in 2017, he said Parliaments
Pakistan committed to peaceful ties with all: Envoy
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States (US) Masood Khan has said nearly 84 years ago, on March 23, 1940, the founding fathers of Pakistan passed a resolution in the historic city of Lahore. It was at that time that our ancestors saw the dream of our independence that became true in August 1947. He made these remarks during a reception that was held at the Embassy of Pakistan in Washington to celebrate National Day of Pakistan, according to a Radio Pakistan’s report. Masood Khan paid rich tribute to Quaid-i-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah for his strong conviction and visionary leadership
President, PM call for following footsteps of founding fathers to make Pakistan prosperous
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has stressed upon nation to participate in the nation-building process actively, embracing the values of hard work, integrity, and compassion. In his message on Pakistan Day on Saturday, he honored the commitment and sacrifices made by the Quaid-i-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and his companions. The President said our armed forces, civil administration, police, and law enforcement agencies have, with unwavering commitment, ensured the safety, security, and sovereignty of our nation. Commenting on the Kashmir issue, the President said that the key to durable peace in South Asia is the resolution of the dispute in accordance
Qatar shows keen interest in increasing its footprint in various sectors of Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Qatar has expressed keen interest in increasing its footprint in power generation and housing sectors of Pakistan. The interest was shown by a delegation of Qatar Fund for Development led by its chief executive Khalifa bin Jassem Al-Kuwari during a meeting with the Minster for Economic Affairs Ahad Khan Cheema here in Islamabad on Saturday. The Qatari delegation is on a two-day visit to Pakistan. The two sides decided to further enhance bilateral cooperation by initiating technical level discussions. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister highlighted the longstanding relations between the two countries and appreciated Qatar’s role in Pakistan’s
Envoy appreciates role of Pakistani community in China in solidifying partnership between two nations
ISLAMABAD: To commemorate the 84th anniversary of Pakistan Day, the Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing on Saturday hosted a ceremony, attended by the Embassy officials, families and members of the Pakistan community in China. Ambassador Khalil Hashmi hoisted the national flag on the occasion. During the ceremony, messages from the President, Prime Minister and Foreign Minister were read out to the audience, which underscored the significance of Pakistan Resolution of 23rd March 1940, describing it as the turning point in the struggle for the creation of Pakistan. The messages paid rich tribute to the country’s founding leaders for their sacrifices,
Pakistan Day marked at Embassy of Pakistan, Tokyo
ISLAMABAD: A simple and graceful flag hoisting ceremony was held on Saturday at the Embassy of Pakistan, Tokyo with traditional fervor. The ceremony commenced with recitation of the Holy Quran followed by the National Anthem of Pakistan. Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar hoisted the national flag while the National Anthem was played. The Ambassador read out the Pakistan Day Messages of the President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Foreign Minister, Mohammad Ishaq Dar, according to a press release received here from Tokyo. He also paid tribute to the Pakistani community in Japan for its achievements
Pakistan National Day commemorated at Pakistan High Commission New Delhi
ISLAMABAD: The National Day of Pakistan was commemorated with patriotic zeal at the High Commission for Pakistan in New Delhi on Saturday. In an impressive ceremony, the Charge d’ Affaires of Pakistan to India, Saad Ahmad Warraich hoisted the national flag at the Chancery lawn, according to a press release received here from New Delhi. Messages of the President and Prime Minister of Pakistan were read on the occasion. Eulogizing the inspiring leadership of the Quaid-i-Azam, Saad Warraich stressed that the struggle for Pakistan’s independence was paved by the sacrifices of millions of people including women and children across the
American hunts highest-rated Markhor in Astore
GILGI: An American hunter has made headlines after successfully hunting the highest-rated Markhor in the Astore district of Gilgit-Baltistan, it emerged Saturday. The hunt, which took place in the Doyan Community Controlled Hunting Area, was sanctioned to Brian Douglas Williams through a hunting permit obtained at a staggering cost of $181,000. The horn size of the trophy is said to be 40 inches. This year, a total of four permits were issued for Markhor hunting in Astore, making it a rare and exclusive opportunity for hunters. The Astore Markhor, known for its majestic horns and endangered status, is a coveted