Finance Minister, former US envoy discuss bilateral cooperation

Islamabad, March 21, 2023 (PPI-OT): Ex-US Ambassador Ms. Robin L. Raphel called on Finance Minister Ishaq Dar in Islamabad on Tuesday. The finance minister welcomed Ms. Robin L. Raphel and shared deep rooted and strong bilateral relations with the United States on economic and trade fronts.

He also shared economic policies and priorities of the government to address the challenging economic and socio-economic development of the population. They exchanged views on matters of mutual interest in the backdrop of Pak-US relations and further deepening the existing bilateral relations between the two countries.

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PM inaugurates Teleschool Pakistan Mobile App

Islamabad, March 21, 2023 (PPI-OT): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif today inaugurated One School for All, Teleschool Pakistan – Mobile App to provide online education to students from Grade-1 to 12.

Inaugurating the revolutionary step of materializing the vision of digital education in Islamabad this afternoon, he emphasized on promoting online education that can ensure continuity of learning in far flung areas as well as during catastrophes and pandemics. He said we have to invest in our future generations to equip them with modern skills. He said vocational training centers should be established across Pakistan in cooperation with the provincial governments. He said private institutions can be hired in a transparent manner to impart skill education to students.

The Prime Minister also called for supporting orphan and poor students through Education Endowment Fund. He said the federal government is also planning to help Balochistan Government in establishing Danish Schools in the province to provide quality education to the children.

Highlighting importance of quality teachers’ training, Shehbaz Sharif advised the Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training to chalk out a coordinated programme in consultation with provinces to equip teachers with modern education and skills. He said teachers’ attendance should be digitized.

The Prime Minister, on the occasion, also distributed chrome books among students.

Earlier, briefing the audience, Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training Rana Tanveer Hussain said 22.8 million children are out of school in Pakistan and this initiative will certainly help cater to the educational needs of such students. He said efforts are being made to make Islamabad a model territory in terms of provision of education by bringing the number of out of school children to zero. He said we are also focusing on teacher training and girls’ education.

Secretary for Federal Education and Professional Training Waseem Ajmal said digital content of high quality comprising around 6,000 video lessons has been created to impart education to students in all subjects through six digital channels. He said chrome books are also being provided to children with the cooperation of Google for Education.

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Pakistan-US Green alliance prime example of strong, bilateral partnership: Blome

Islamabad, March 20, 2023 (PPI-OT):U.S. Ambassador Donald Blome has said the U.S.-Pakistan Green Alliance will continue to improve the lives of Pakistanis and Americans and have a positive global impact. Speaking at the Centre for Aerospace and Security Studies in Islamabad, he said Pakistani Diaspora in the US has established a strong foundation for the Pak-US relationship.

The US Ambassador discussed the 75 years of bilateral relations between the two countries, especially decades of development assistance and the humanitarian aid provided by the US to Pakistan during natural calamities.

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PNS NASR carrying relief goods docked Turkish Port of Mersin

Islamabad, March 20, 2023 (PPI-OT):The Pakistan Navy Ship PNS NASR, carrying relief goods, has docked the Turkish Port of Mersin. According to Spokesperson Pak Navy, the relief goods include tents, blankets and medicines for earthquake victims. Upon arrival at the port of Turkey, officials of Pakistan Embassy and high level civil and military officials of Turkiye warmly welcomed the ship.

Another ship of Pakistan Navy, PNS Moawin, will also arrive in Turkiye and Syria in the next few days with relief goods. The Spokesperson said the Pakistani nation stands with the people of Turkiye and Syria in these testing times.

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Indus Highway’s restoration underway after devastating floods

Islamabad, March 20, 2023 (PPI-OT):National Highway Authority (NHA) has been working on a number of projects relating to roads and bridge construction at the affected sections of the Indus Highway. According to NHA officials, various sections of the Indus Highway spanning 281 kilometres were severely damaged during the recent heavy rains and floods.

Repair and restoration work on a three kilometre road section near Sehwan has almost been completed and traffic temporarily restored. Three new bridges are also being proposed near Sehwan to address the damage caused by the floods. The Authority has also taken various measures to restore the traffic flow including construction of protection embankments, de-watering of flood water from the road, and removal of earthen bunds at Dadu and Mehar Bypass.

Restoration works have been completed for the Sehwan to Bhan Saeedabad stretch from 140 to 143 km and the Johi Branch to Mehar stretch from 218 to 242 km. Upcoming periodic maintenance works for the Indus Highway also include the functional overlay of Sehewan-Baubak, Bhan Saeedabad-Khudaabad, Kotri – Majhand – Jamshoro, Allahabad-Dadu.

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Democratic leaders always practice dialogue rather than resorting to violence: Ahsan

Islamabad, March 20, 2023 (PPI-OT):Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal says democratic leaders always practice dialogue rather than resorting to violence. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad on Monday, he said PTI Chief Imran Khan has been disseminating hate and creating chaos in the country.

He said PTI villains attacked institutions including judiciary and security forces in Islamabad and Lahore. Ahsan Iqbal requested the Supreme Court to take notice of the violence and ransacking at the Judicial Complex in Islamabad by the PTI crooks. He said Imran Khan wants bloodshed and anarchy in the country and is responsible for prevailing economic situation.

He said a conspiracy is being hatched to destabilize the state through attacking the state institutions. The Minister said strict action will be taken against those who took law into their hands in Lahore and attacked police and other law enforcing agencies. Replying to a question pertaining to the deal with International Monetary Fund, he said Imran Khan sabotaged inking deal with the IMF, but due to the hectic efforts of the incumbent government, a good news in this connection will be shared with the nation soon.

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PTI’s disgusting smear campaign against Army Chief at behest of Imran Niazi deserving of condemnation: PM

Islamabad, March 20, 2023 (PPI-OT):Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif says PTI’s disgusting smear campaign against Chief of the Army Staff General Asim Munir at the behest of Imran Niazi is deserving of the strongest condemnation.

In a tweet, he said Imran Niazi is stooping to unprecedented lows in his desperation for power and going to the extent of damaging the country and undermining our armed forces and their leadership.

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95% of oral diseases can be prevented by cleaning mouth regularly: President

Islamabad, March 20, 2023 (PPI-OT):President Dr. Arif Alvi has recommended everyone to brush their teeth twice a day for at least two minutes to help prevent dental issues. In a video message on World Oral Health Day, the President said that 95 percent of oral diseases can be prevented by cleaning the mouth regularly. He urged the people to follow these golden Islamic principles as these are completely free and there is no need for any aid for it.

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