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The nation celebrates Pakistan Day on Friday with renewed commitment to work hard for the progress and stability of the country. The day marks adoption of historic Lahore Resolution this day in 1940 that provided a framework for realization of the goal of a separate homeland for Muslims of South Asia. The Day will dawn with 31-gun salute in the federal capital and 21-gun salute in provincial capitals. Special prayers will be offered in mosques after Fajr prayers for the progress, prosperity and solidarity of the country. It will be a public holiday. National flag will be hoisted on major…

Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi will formally inaugurate the first unit of 4th Extension Power Project of Tarbela today. The project is being constructed on tunnel four of Tarbela Dam with three proposed units with installed capacity of 470MW each. The second unit of the project is scheduled to be commissioned in April followed by the third unit in May this year. The project upon completion will increase total generation capacity of Tarbela Hydel Power Station from existing 3,478 MW to 4,888MW. The Tarbela 4th extension project will provide 3.84 billion units of electricity to the national grid per annum.

Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal says the government is committed to make the country economically strong and provide a secure future to the youth. He was speaking at the inaugural session for establishment of Centre of Social Entrepreneurship at Pakistan Planning and Management Institute in Islamabad. Ahsan Iqbal said progress of the country is not possible without a strong social sector.

Exclusive interview Pakistan has an abundance of natural resources and skilled labor forces, while Korea is rich in capital, advanced technology and development experiences We can take Advantage of our Synergy & Earn win-win achievements H.E. Kwak Sung-kyu Ambassador Republic of Korea to Pakistan   Interview by Mian Fazal Elahi H.E. Kwak Sung-kyu is the new ambassador Republic of Korea to Pakistan. H.E. presented his credentials to President of Islamic Republic of Pakistan H.E. Mamnoon Hussain on February 01, 2018. H.E. started his diplomatic career in May, 1991 and then served in China, Australia, Bangladesh, Iran, Netherland and Israel.…

H.E. Tariq AzimKhan High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Canada   Pakistan is keen to engage in a ‘full spectrum’ partnership, including in trade and investment sectors Interview by MianFazal Elahi H.E Tariq Azim Khan has been a very active and energetic person. H.E. Tariq Azim Khan, joined as High Commissioner for Pakistan to Canada on 28 September 2015. Before being appointed as High Commissioner to Canada, H.E. Tariq Azim Khanwas elected as a Senator to the Senate of Pakistan for the term 2003-2006, and was re-elected in 2006 for 2006-2012 term. H.E. Tariq Azim Khan served as Federal…

Foreign Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif says Pakistan’s relations with Russia are improving due to the government’s effective foreign policy. In an interview, he said there is a trust deficit between Pakistan and the United States. He said Pakistan wants to have good relations with Washington on equality basis. The Minister said Pakistan will never compromise on national interest and dignity of the country. He said Pakistan has been providing support to United States in Afghan war and it will continue extending cooperation for peace in Afghanistan.

Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi says secure and peaceful environment in South Asia is crucial for development of the region’s economy and for its prosperity. Speaking during his visit to SAARC Secretariat in Kathmandu today (Tuesday) the Prime Minister said Pakistan attaches great importance to SAARC and remains committed to the principles and objectives of its charter. He said, as a founding member, Pakistan has played important role in efforts aimed at realizing objectives of the organization. He said Pakistan always strived to make SAARC an important vehicle for regional cooperation based on principle of sovereign equality. The Prime Minister…

Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal has said China-Pakistan Economic Corridor has turned the bilateral relationship between Pakistan and China into a strong economic bond. He was speaking at a function to mark the Chinese New Year and progress to CPEC in Islamabad. The Minister said China has topped the list of countries making Foreign Direct Investment in Pakistan in just five years. Highlighting various features of the mammoth project, the Planning Minister said developments in energy and infrastructure will change the landscape of Pakistan. Meanwhile, talking to a private news channel, Minister for planning says the United States is trying…

China, while welcoming Afghan President Ashraf Ghani’s offer of talks to Taliban has extended full assistance to the Afghan reconciliation and peaceful reconstruction process. Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, Hua Chunying in a press briefing in Beijing, said that China always supported the Afghan-led and Afghan-owned extensive and exclusive reconciliation process. The Spokesperson urged all the relevant parties in Afghanistan to address their difference through dialogue and consultation. Hua Chunying said that China highly appreciates efforts made by the government and President Asharf Ghani for reconciliation.

Foreign Minister Khawaja Asif has said there is consensus between Pakistan and Russia on regional and international issues particularly Afghanistan. In a tweet, he said that he had a very fruitful meeting with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov. He said matters pertaining to need for close cooperation on countering terrorism and drug trafficking and promoting trade and defence relations were discussed at the meeting. Earlier, at their meeting in Moscow, two foreign ministers agreed to strengthen bilateral engagement and diversify cooperation in various fields. They also agreed to further intensify efforts to deepen cooperation in all areas of mutual interest,…