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Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi says democracy will continue to prevail in the country and there is no threat to the democracy. Talking to newsmen along with Foreign Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif in London, he said government will complete its tenure and an interim government will be established in June 2018. To a question about OIC summit in Istanbul, he said Islamic world has taken a clear stance regarding Bait-Ul-Muqaddas and the United States will have to think over its decision. Meanwhile, speaking to media persons, Foreign Minister Khawaja Asif said there are ups and down in politics but current…

Pakistan has called for greater connectivity, enhanced trade and closer cooperation for development in ECO region. The call was made by Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal while inaugurating 28th Meeting of Regional Planning Council of ECO in Islamabad today. The Minister said we will have to work and collaborate proactively to prepare our people to embrace the challenge of latest technologies and innovations. He said challenges in political, security, economic and environmental fronts require regional and global cooperation to address them effectively. Ahsan Iqbal emphasized the need for more intra-ECO trade and called for development of efficient network…

Interior Minister Ahsan Iqbal says the PML-N government is fulfilling its all promises made with the public and raising their living standard. Addressing a big public gathering in Narowal on Saturday, he said the government has been able to overcome the energy shortage due to its strong policies. The minister said a record number of social welfare and human development projects have been completed across the country.

International Human Rights Day is being observed today, with the theme “Stand up for Human Rights”. This year, the day has assumed special significance as it coincides with the 70th anniversary of the adoption of Universal Declaration of Human Rights. In his message on the occasion, President Mamnoon Hussain said the government is committed to protect and promote human rights and will continue making efforts to safeguard freedom, liberty, dignity and self-esteem of every citizen of the state. In his message, Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi reiterated the government’s resolve to uphold the values of fundamental rights, equality of all…

International Anti-Corruption Day is being observed on Saturday (December 9) to raise awareness about the evil effects of corruption on the society. The Day is also marked to bring an attitude change about efforts to eliminate this menace. In his message, President Mamnoon Hussain underlined the need for ensuring rule of law for eradication of corruption. He said it is heartening that during the last few years the tradition to ensure good governance, transparency in economic affairs and accountability has grown in Pakistan. In a message regarding the International Day of Prevention of Corruption, Chief Minister Punjab said efforts are…