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Iran’s first Vice President to visit Islamabad for SCO summit

Dr. Muhammad Reza Aref, Iran’s First Vice President, is set to visit Pakistan to attend the 23rd meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of Governments in Islamabad. This significant event highlights the growing cooperation between Iran and neighboring countries, aligning with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s instruction to President Masoud Pezeshkian to strengthen ties with regional nations. As the current First Vice President of Iran, Dr. Aref brings a wealth of experience to the table, having previously served in the same role from 2001 to 2005 under President Mohammad Khatami. The SCO Council of Heads of Governments meeting provides

GIDS showcases innovation at ADEX 2024 in Baku

Global Industrial and Defence Solutions (GIDS), Pakistan’s leading defence conglomerate, is making waves at the 5th Azerbaijan Defence Exhibition (ADEX 2024), which commenced today. This prominent showcase underscores Pakistan’s growing defence industry and highlights its dedication to fostering international collaboration, particularly with Azerbaijan. GIDS is exhibiting an array of advanced defence systems, emphasizing the country’s commitment to indigenous development and technological innovation. The presence of GIDS at ADEX 2024 not only positions Pakistan as an emerging player in the global defence market but also serves as a platform for potential joint ventures and technology exchanges. This initiative aims to strengthen

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to address global challenges at 79th UNGA session

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif is set to participate in the high-level segment of the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) from September 23 to 27, 2024, in New York. In his keynote address on September 27, the Prime Minister will reaffirm Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to multilateralism and support for the UN’s role in promoting global peace, security, and prosperity. The Prime Minister’s speech will focus on longstanding global challenges, including the Palestine issue and the Jammu & Kashmir dispute. He will also address economic disparities in international relations and advocate for reforming the global financial system. Climate change and

Pakistan and Iran vows to enhance defence cooperation

Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Muhammad Asif met with H.E. Dr. Reza Amiri Moghadam, the Iranian Ambassador, to discuss ways to strengthen the longstanding ties between their nations. Minister Asif highlighted the deep-rooted cultural and religious connections that bind Pakistan and Iran, emphasizing the importance of the Joint Border Commission. He noted that Pakistan has made vital progress in border management and expressed the need for ongoing joint efforts to ensure security and cooperation. Both sides expressed satisfaction with the current state of bilateral relations and showed a strong commitment to expanding collaboration in areas of shared interest, including defense and

Pakistan participates in 68th IAEA General Conference

Pakistan’s delegation, led by Dr. Raja Ali Raza Anwar, Chairman of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), participated in the opening session of the 68th International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Conference in Vienna, Austria. Dr. Anwar is also set to participate in the general debate as a high-level speaker, showcasing Pakistan’s commitment to nuclear energy for peaceful purposes. In his national statement, Dr. Anwar highlighted Pakistan’s dedication to harnessing nuclear energy to combat climate change . He emphasized the vital role nuclear energy plays in Pakistan’s development, providing a clean and sustainable source of power. This aligns with the

Iran proposes “BRICS Security Commission” at BRICS summit

In a significant move, Iran’s top security official, Ali Akbar Ahmadian, has proposed the establishment of a “BRICS Security Commission” at the 14th Meeting of BRICS High-Ranking Officials Responsible for Security Matters/National Security Advisors in Russia. Ahmadian, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, emphasized the need for a new security structure in the face of emerging global challenges. He highlighted the potential of BRICS nations to create a new security order, leveraging their combined population, size, economy, and power. The proposed BRICS Security Commission aims to address common threats such as terrorism, extremism, drug abuse, emerging technologies, human trafficking,

India to join SCO trade ministers’ meeting in Islamabad virtually

India has confirmed its participation in the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) trade ministers’ meeting, scheduled to take place in Islamabad on September 12. Due to logistical constraints, India will join the meeting virtually. Senior officials from SCO member countries, including China, Russia, and Pakistan, are currently finalizing the agenda for the high-level meeting. The discussions, which began on September 10, are expected to continue into the next day to ensure a comprehensive agenda is set. Pakistan had extended an official invitation to India’s Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on September 2 to attend the meeting. The invitation was

Pakistan declares education emergency, vows to enroll 26 million out-of-school children

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has declared an education emergency across Pakistan, reaffirming the government’s commitment to advancing the education agenda and creating a more informed and sustainable nation. This announcement comes on International Literacy Day, observed on September 8, highlighting the critical importance of literacy for a just, peaceful, and sustainable society. The prime minister has called upon the private sector and civil organizations to join hands with the government to address the significant barriers to education, including the lack of access, which affects three out of four children in developing countries. To tackle this challenge, the government has launched

Pakistan and UAE revive Joint Ministerial Commission after 13-year hiatus

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Ishaq Dar, and UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh, have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, following a 13-year hiatus of the Pak-UAE Joint Ministerial Commission. The leaders, who spoke during Dar’s visit to the UK, discussed key areas of cooperation in trade and investment, as well as matters related to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). The last meeting of the Pak-UAE Joint Ministerial Commission was held on November 6-7, 2013. The prolonged gap resulted from a combination of factors, including political transitions, diplomatic

Pakistan elected as president of Convention on Nuclear Safety review meeting

Pakistan has been unanimously elected as the President of the Tenth Review Meeting of the Convention on Nuclear Safety (CNS). The Chairman of the Pakistan Nuclear Regulatory Authority (PNRA), Faizan Mansoor, will serve as President. Pakistan will also take on roles as Vice Chairperson and Rapporteur within the Country Group. This election shows the international community’s confidence in Pakistan’s expertise and strong record in nuclear safety. It recognizes Pakistan’s efforts to ensure the safe use of nuclear energy and its leadership in promoting global nuclear safety. As President, Pakistan will lead the meeting’s discussions to review how countries are meeting

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