Islamabad, July 19, 2021 (PPI-OT):U.S. Special Envoy for Afghan Reconciliation Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad called on Prime Minister Imran Khan today. The exchange of views covered the prevailing situation in Afghanistan and the need for expediting the Afghan peace process. The Prime Minister highlighted Pakistan’s constructive efforts for facilitating peace efforts

Islamabad, July 19, 2021 (PPI-OT):Federal Secretary for Narcotics Control, Akbar Durrani (TI)/PAS met with the Drug Liaison Officer of Iran, Col. Sarwari at the Ministry of Narcotics Control. The two discussed bilateral relations and strategic approach to curb illicit drug trafficking across Pakistan and Iranian border. DLO appreciated the efforts

Islamabad, July 19, 2021 (PPI-OT):President Dr Arif Alvi has underlined the need to boost trade, economic and cultural relations with the brotherly country of Iraq. He said that the two countries had huge potential to increase trade and economic cooperation for their mutual benefit. The President expressed these views while

Islamabad, July 19, 2021 (PPI-OT):In response to the media queries regarding Indian External Affairs Minister’s statement of 18 July 2021 regarding India’s disagreeable role in the grey listing of Pakistan by FATF, the Spokesperson said that the Indian statement not only exposes its true colors but also vindicates Pakistan’s longstanding

Islamabad, July 18, 2021 (PPI-OT):Foreign Minister (FM) of Pakistan Shah Mahmood Qureshi and Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan His Excellency Mr Nong Rong visited CMH Rawalpindi today. FM inquired about wellbeing of Chinese Nationals injured in Dassu incident and wished them speedy recovery. FM assured the injured Chinese Nationals for all

Islamabad, July 18, 2021 (PPI-OT):The decision by the Government of Afghanistan to recall its Ambassador and senior diplomats from Pakistan is unfortunate and regrettable. The reported abduction and assault of Ambassador’s daughter in Islamabad is being investigated and followed-up at the highest level on the instructions of the Prime Minister.

Islamabad, July 18, 2021 (PPI-OT):“The Chinese construction company, China Gezhouba Group Corporation (CGGC) through its latest notification has declared its earlier notice, about contract termination of employment of Pakistani personnel working on Dasu Hydropower Project, null and void. Matters regarding security and execution of the project are being looked into,

Islamabad, July 17, 2021 (PPI-OT):Federal Minister for Education, Professional Training, National Heritage and Culture Shafqat Mahmood, while representing Pakistan, participated and addressed at the high level dialogue of a side event ‘World Heritage Education Towards Sustainable Future’ at the extended 44th session of World Heritage Committee. The side event consisting