Wednesday, July 11th, 2018
Pakistan Iran pipeline project to be completed
TEHRAN – (DNA) – Acting Chairman of the Senate Saleem Mandviwalla has said that Pakistan is keen on complementing a long-awaited gas pipeline project with Iran as soon as possible. He made the announcement in a Wednesday meeting with Iranian Ambassador to Islamabad Mehdi Honardoost. During the meeting, the Saleem Mandviwalla expressed hope that the major project would see its bright days in the near future. Back in March 2016, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani told that the gas pipeline had already been completed on the Iranian side. The joint projectRead More
US embassy launches two English language programs for youth
ISLAMABAD, JUL 11 (DNA) – The American Embassy launched two new English Access microscholarship programs on Wednesday – one at Public School in Rawalpindi and another implemented by Vision Building Future at Pakistan Sweet Home. Over 350 students will benefit from this program. At the opening ceremony, John Hoover, the American Embassy’s Chargé d’Affaires, expressed the American government’s ongoing support for educational partnerships in Pakistan. “The American Embassy is proud to partner with local organizations to prepare the next generation of young Pakistani leaders,” he said. Hoover also congratulated theRead More
Talal contempt of court case: SC reserves judgement
ISLAMABAD, (DNA) – A three member bench of the Supreme Court headed by Justice Gulzar Ahmad has reserved judgment in contempt of court case against former Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhary. The bench ordered that Talal Chaudhary should be present in the court room on the occasion of announcement of judgment in his case.
Batch of 55 probationary officers from PAS meet PM Nasir-ul-Mulk
ISLAMABAD, JUL 11 (DNA) – A batch of 55 probationary officers from Pakistan Administrative Service (PAS) and AJK Administrative Services, undergoing their mandatory Specialized Training at Civil Services Academy, Lahore, called on Prime Minister Justice (R) Nasir-ul-Mulk at Prime Minister’s Office. The Prime Minister congratulated the probationary officers on their induction into the premier cadre of civil Service. Addressing the officers, the Prime Minister advised them to manifest highest degree of integrity and professionalism during their careers. ‘Upholding the principle of fair-play will enable you to do justice to theRead More
France lauds Pakistan’s efforts in combating terrorism
ISLAMABAD, (DNA) – Pakistan and France have agreed to further enhance ties in different spheres including trade, economy, defense, education and culture. The understanding came at a meeting between Foreign Minister Abdullah Hussain Haroon and the French Secretary General of Ministry of Foreign Affairs Maurice Gourdault-Montagne in Islamabad on Wednesday. The Foreign Minister on the occasion highlighted Pakistan’s achievements in the field of democracy, trade, economy, business, law and order and security environment. He also highlighted efforts aimed at securing peace and stability in the region and neighborhood. The FrenchRead More
Indonesian ambassador fetes his colleagues from ASEAN, other countries
ISLAMABAD, JULY 11 (DNA) Ambassador of Indonesia Iwan Suyudhie Amri has said Indonesia greatly values relations with Pakistan adding during his tenure he is trying to give new dimensions to his country’s relations with Pakistan. The Indonesian ambassador made these remarks while speaking on the occasion of a dinner reception he hosted for ASEAN and other ambassadors. Additional Secretary Ambassador Imtiaz from Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Director General Mohammad Hassan also attended the reception. The ambassador welcomed the guests at the Indonesian residence. He said, the purpose of theRead More