August, 2019
FTA with China biggest hurdle in reducing imports
ISLAMABAD, AUG 31 (DNA) – Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with China has not only resulted in heavy losses but it has become a hurdle in reducing unnecessary imports, a business leader said Saturday. A free trade deal with China resulted in a trade deficit of $14 billion dollars during 2017-18 which broke the back of the local industry, said Shahid Rasheed Butt former President ICCI. Pakistan’s exports have been recorded at $1.86 billion as against imports of $12.7 billion during last year with trade deficit recorded at $10.8, he said.Read More
Essay contest winners visit Azerbaijan
ISLAMABAD, AUG 31 (DNA) – The winners of essay completion titiled “what do you know about Azerbaijan”, visited Azerbaijan. The visitors comprising young talent of Pakistan were taken to various parts of the country and shown difference historical sites of Azerbaijan. They were also given a briefing about Pakistan, Azerbaijan relations. The visitors enjoyed the trip and appreciated hospitality of Azerbiajni people. It may be mentioned here that Ali Alizade, Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan, had met with the winners at his office before their departure to Azerbaijan. OnRead More
PM working as Jinnah’s ‘soldier’ for minority rights: Firdous Ashiq
ISLAMABAD, (DNA) – Prime Minister Imran Khan is working as Quaid-e-Azam’s soldier to protect minority rights, Special Adviser to the Prime Minister on Information Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan said on Saturday. “The premier will continue to work for the basic human rights of every person,” she said. Addressing the Sikh community ahead of Guru Nanak’s 550th birthday, she said “Baba Guru Nanak was an advocate of peace. She assured them that the premier is committed to completing the Kartarpur Corridor. “I hope you all will be present at the inaugurationRead More
Humanitarian crisis in Kashmir: India continues oppression on 27th day of curfew
SRINAGAR (DNA) – Indian government’s imposition of stringent curfew in occupied Kashmir, after abrogation of articles 370 and 35A of its Constitution through a rushed presidential decree on Aug. 5, entered its 27rd day on Saturday. Indian occupation forces are being anticipated to conduct a major crackdown in Kashmir’s Soura region, where violent clashes had erupted between protesters chanting slogans against New Delhi’s aggression and illegal moves in the Muslim-majority Himalayan region. Kashmir has been an epicenter of wars between Pakistan and India for several decades since the partition ofRead More
Turkish ambassador hosts grand reception to mark Victory Day
Air Chief Mujahid Anwar saluted valiant role of Turkish armed forces for protecting and safeguarding the democratic norms. ISLAMABAD, AUG 31 (DNA) – Ambassador of Turkey Ihsan Mustafa Yurdakul hosted a grand reception to mark the Victory day of Turkey. Prominent personalities including high ranking civil and military officials and a large number of diplomats attended the reception. Air Chief Marshal Mujahid Anwar, Chief of the Air Staff was the chief guest while Commander 10 Corps Lt. General Bilal Akbar also attended the event. SAPM on Information Dr. Firdous AshiqRead More
Pakistan ready for ‘conditional’ bilateral talks with India: Qureshi
ISLAMABAD (DNA) – Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has offered initiation of ‘conditional’ dialogue with New Delhi during an interview with a foreign news agency. He maintained that Pakistan has no objection to holding bilateral talks with India; however any mediator facilitating the process of dialogue would be welcomed. The minister added that Pakistan has never refuted dialogue, but India has not been showing any sign of it. For holding bilateral talks, he put conditions, including revoking of curfew, restoration of basic human rights, release of all those arbitrarilyRead More