President Asif Ali Zardari has called for providing business-friendly environment by further rationalizing the interest rate, providing cost-effective energy, and supporting export-oriented industries. He was addressing the 12th Federation of Pakistan Chambers and Commerce and Industry Excellence Awards ceremony in Islamabad today (Tuesday). The President urged the business community to
Ambassador of the Russian Federation, Albert P. Khorev called on Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif in Islamabad. They discussed matters relating to bilateral defence and economic cooperation. The Defence Minister reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace and security. He said Pakistan intends to forge a long-term multidimensional partnership with
A delegation of China’s Asia Economic Development Association has visited Special Investment Facilitation Council. The SIFC officials briefed the delegation about prospects of industrial development and investment opportunities in Pakistan. The delegation expressed interest for investment in key sectors including industry, banking, defence, energy, agriculture, livestock, aquaculture and healthcare. The
The Ministry of Climate Change has accelerated efforts to designate snow leopard as an international symbol of climate adaptation at the United Nations General Assembly. During a meeting in Islamabad, Prime Minister’s Coordinator for Climate Change Romina Khurshid Alam outlined the steps of this initiative. The plan includes sending formal
The World Habitat Day was observed today to raise awareness of the basic right to shelter. This year’s theme is Engaging Youth to Create a Better Urban Future. Numerous events are being held in various places across the globe to increase awareness of the day. Source: Radio Pakistan
Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training, Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui has said the government is giving top priority to obtain International Certification in Vocational Training. Addressing a ceremony of NAVTTC in Karachi, the Minister said the world needs Information Technology experts and Pakistani youth should exploit these opportunities. He
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated that Pakistan will continue to extend its moral, diplomatic and political support to the unarmed Palestinian brothers and sisters who are facing unabated Israeli aggression and oppression. In a message on Solidarity Day with Palestinian People today, he said the Government of Pakistan
President Asif Ali Zardari has condemned the blast near the Karachi airport, resulting in the death of two Chinese citizens. In a statement on Monday, he expressed grief over the demise of Chinese nationals and also commiserated with the bereaved families. The President said foes of the country want to