Meeting of the Foreign Minister with Foreign Minister of Malaysia on the sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum, Turkey, 19 June 2021
Islamabad, June 19, 2021 (PPI-OT):Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi held a meeting with his Malaysian counterpart Mr. Hishammuddin Hussein on the side-lines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF) on 19 June 2021. The two Foreign Ministers exchanged views on a wide range of issues of mutual interest including bilateral ties covering political, trade and economic matters, as well as cooperation at the United Nations, OIC, ASEAN and other multilateral fora. Foreign Minister Qureshi emphasized the importance of close cooperation to overcome challenges brought by Covid-19. Both Foreign Ministers discussed best practices in this regard. While emphasizing Pakistan’s commitment to…
Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s meeting with the Foreign Minister of Kuwait on the side-lines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum, 19 June 2021
Islamabad, June 19, 2021 (PPI-OT):Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi met with the Foreign Minister and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs of Kuwait, Sheikh Ahmed Nasser Al-Mohammed Al-Sabah on the sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum on 19 June 2021. The two Foreign Ministers discussed the entire gamut of bilateral relations and stressed the need for enhanced collaboration on issues of mutual interest at regional and international fora. Foreign Minister Qureshi welcomed the ease of visa restrictions for Pakistani nationals by the Government of Kuwait. Building on the positive momentum in the relationship, both Foreign Ministers agreed on developing a five-year…
Participation of the Foreign Minister in a panel discussion at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, 19 June 2021
Islamabad, June 19, 2021 (PPI-OT):Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi participated in a high-level panel discussion on ‘Regional Cooperation in Asia’ along with the Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan in Antalya Diplomacy Forum on 19 June 2021. Foreign Minister Qureshi highlighted the challenges being faced by Asia in form of unresolved disputes, tensions induced from within and without, renewed arms race, containment policies, unilateralism, poverty, COVID-19 and climate change. The Foreign Minister called for a renewed focus by Asian countries on geo-economics and underlined the three pillars of Pakistan’s policy: regional connectivity, development partnerships, and peace and…
Students and teachers of Grammar School Rawalpindi participate in an interactive session launched by the Prime Minister’s Focal Person for Panahgahs
Islamabad, June 19, 2021 (PPI-OT):A meticulously selected group of students and teachers of Grammar School Rawalpindi participated in an interactive Session launched by the Prime Minister’s Focal Person for Panahgahs at the G-9 premises in Islamabad. Students evinced keen interest in the safety, security and sustainability aspects of Panahgahs and pledged support for the public service initiative dedicated to serve the poor daily wage earners. PM’s Focal Person Naseem ur Rehman urged the students to actively participate in the community service that will groom them for a responsible and fulfilling role. Students mingled with the workers and beneficiaries to get…
Pakistan gifts 100 MT of Pakistani rice to the Government of the Gambia
Islamabad, June 19, 2021 (PPI-OT):H.E. Dr. Ali Ahmed Arain, High Commissioner of Pakistan to Republic of The Gambia, with residence at Dakar, gifted 100 MT of rice to Gambian’ government on behalf of the as government of Pakistan. The gift was received by the Minister of Agriculture and Secretary General of Gambian Government in a formal ceremony held on 16 June 2021 at the State House of Gambia, says a press release received here today from Dakar. In his remarks, High Commissioner Arain underlined that the gift of rice was not only indicative of close relations and brotherhood between the…
International Day for the elimination of sexual violence in conflict
Islamabad, June 19, 2021 (PPI-OT):Pakistan joins the international community in commemorating the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, which signifies our common resolve to end all forms of violence, exploitation and human rights violations in conflict zones. This Day reaffirms the principle of universality of all human rights, which apply equally in the conflict areas and occupied territories. The vulnerabilities of people in such situations are compounded manifolds due to their peculiar circumstances. In this regard, the international community must fulfil its commitments and responsibilities, as envisaged under the UN Charter and international law. On this…
Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s meeting with Foreign Minister of Qatar on the sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum
Islamabad, June 18, 2021 (PPI-OT):Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s meeting with the Foreign Minister of Qatar on the sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum, 18 June 2021 Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi met with Foreign Minister of Qatar Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani on the sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum on 18 June 2021. The two Foreign Ministers exchanged views on the excellent bilateral relations between the two countries and on the evolving developments in the region. They agreed to continue engaging on matters of mutual interest. Foreign Minister Qureshi acknowledged the constructive and supportive role played by Qatar in…
Bilateral Meeting of the Foreign Minister with Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan in Antalya, 18 June 2021
Islamabad, June 18, 2021 (PPI-OT):Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi had a bilateral meeting with his Kyrgyz counterpart Mr. Ruslan Kazakbaev on the sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum on 18 June 2021. Foreign Minister Qureshi spoke highly of the historical relations between the two countries and their deep cultural linkages. The two sides reviewed bilateral ties in diverse areas including political, economic, commercial, defence and security. Issues related to the welfare of Pakistani students and expatriate community were also discussed. Both sides expressed satisfaction at their ongoing collaboration at various regional and international fora. The Foreign Minister elaborated Pakistan’s efforts…
Bilateral Meeting of the Foreign Minister with Foreign Minister of Uzbekistan in Antalya, 18 June 2021
Islamabad, June 18, 2021 (PPI-OT):Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi had a bilateral meeting with Foreign Minister of Uzbekistan Abdulaziz Kamilov on the sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum on 18 June 2021. The two Foreign Ministers held fruitful discussions and exchanged views on various bilateral issues of mutual interest including the increased high-level engagements between both sides. The virtual Summit between Prime Minister Imran Khan and the President of Uzbekistan H.E. Shavkat Mirziyoyev held on 14 April 2021 was also appreciated as it provided an excellent opportunity to review bilateral ties. Recognizing the need to pursue greater regional connectivity, the…