‘Efforts afoot’ to put economy back on track of sustainable growth: Dar
Islamabad, March 26, 2023 (PPI-OT): Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar says the government is making all possible efforts to steer economy out of difficult situation to put it on path of sustainable growth. Addressing as a chief guest at an Iftar dinner in Islamabad, he said friendly countries are expected to materialize their commitments with Pakistan that would pave way to close deal with the IMF and revive the economy. For more information, contact: Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Government of Pakistan 4th Floor, Cabinet Block, Pak. Secretariat, Islamabad, Pakistan Tel: +92-51-9103557 Email: info@moib.gov.pk Website: http://www.moib.gov.pk
Pakistan values time-tested with Saudi Arabia: Dr Qibla Ayaz
Islamabad, March 26, 2023 (PPI-OT): Chairman Council of Islamic Ideology Dr Qibla Ayaz said Saudi Arabia is a time-tested friend of Pakistan which always extended all possible support to Pakistan during any economic slump or natural calamity. Commenting on a short video competition on 'Pak-Saudi Relations' organized by the Saudi Embassy, he said the activity would help strengthen existing bonds between the young generation of two brotherly countries. He said engaging youth is crucial to further bolster bilateral ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, Saudi Press Attaché Dr Naif Alotaibi, said it was organized to celebrate the 70 years…
Kazakhstan ready to strengthen economic partnership with Pakistan: Kazak Minister
Islamabad, March 26, 2023 (PPI-OT): Kazakhstan has expressed keen interest to strengthen lasting and long-term economic and trade relations with Pakistan. Talking to media in Astana, Kazakhstan's Minister for National Economy A Kuantyrov has said that Pakistan and Kazakhstan are engaged in mutual discussions for long-term economic partnership, which would pave the way for economic and trade cooperation between the two countries in the future. A Kuantyrov said that Pakistan and Kazakhstan could play an important role in regional Economic and trade Integration, for which negotiations are going on in both countries. He said that the concept of a middle…
PM terms President’s letter as partisan in nature, PTI’s PR
Islamabad, March 26, 2023 (PPI-OT): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif termed the contents of the letter written by President Dr Arif Alvi as one sided and press release of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf. Responding to President's letter, he said that it was a matter of record that previously, the president had acted in a similar patrician manner on several occasions in violation of his oath. He said these occasions included letter for dissolution of the National Assembly on April 3, last year on the illegal instructions of the former prime minister Imran Khan which was declared as unconstitutional by the Supreme Court on…
Prime Minister directs to provide free flour to elderly, sick persons on priority basis
Islamabad, March 26, 2023 (PPI-OT): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited free flour distribution centers in Bahawalpur today and expressed satisfaction on the process of distribution. He visited flour distribution centers established at Abbasia High School and Dring Stadium in the city and expressed satisfaction over the process of distribution. The prime Minister issued directions to provide free flour to elderly and sick persons on priority basis. He also directed to provide two bags of flour to the deserving people to save them from repeated visits to the distribution centers. For more information, contact: Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Government of…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to visit Multan today
Islamabad, March 26, 2023 (PPI-OT): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif is scheduled to visit Multan today where he will inspect distribution of free flour to deserving families. For more information, contact: Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Government of Pakistan 4th Floor, Cabinet Block, Pak. Secretariat, Islamabad, Pakistan Tel: +92-51-9103557 Email: info@moib.gov.pk Website: http://www.moib.gov.pk
LG elections polling underway in 15 districts of Sindh
Islamabad, March 26, 2023 (PPI-OT): Polling of Local Government elections underway in 15 districts of the Sindh today. The polls started at eight in the morning and would continue till five in the evening without any break. According to our Hyderabad correspondent, the polls are being held for the seats of Chairman, Vice Chairman, Member District Council and General Members. A total of 109,687 registered voters are casting their votes in 24 union councils of the province. 81 polling stations have been set up across the districts, including separate stations for men and women as well as combined stations. 15…
Rana Tanveer calls for electoral reforms to ensure transparent elections
Islamabad, March 26, 2023 (PPI-OT): Federal Minister for Education Rana Tanveer Hussain has lauded the Election Commission of Pakistan’s announcement delaying provincial assembly elections in Punjab as a decision in the best interest of the country. Talking to a private news channel, he said that the next general elections will be held on time after August 2023. He said the Election Commission, under the constitution, had postponed the elections keeping in view the security, political and economic challenges. He also called on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leadership to end growing polarization in the country and decide on an election date. The minister…
President summons National Assembly, Joint Session tomorrow
Islamabad, March 26, 2023 (PPI-OT): President Dr Arif Alvi has summoned session of the National Assembly on Monday at 12:00 noon, whereas the Joint Session of the Parliament will also resume on the same day at 3:00 pm. Issues of national importance will be discussed in both the sessions. For more information, contact: Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Government of Pakistan 4th Floor, Cabinet Block, Pak. Secretariat, Islamabad, Pakistan Tel: +92-51-9103557 Email: info@moib.gov.pk Website: http://www.moib.gov.pk