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Government committed to improving ease of doing business: Qaiser Ahmad Sheikh

Islamabad, July 23:Minister for Board of Investment Qaiser Ahmad Sheikh has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving the ease of doing business by advancing regulatory reforms aimed at attracting both domestic and foreign investment. Chairing a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Regulatory Reforms in Islamabad, the minister reviewed progress on the implementation of key […]

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Pakistan, Iran reaffirm commitment to stronger disaster risk reduction cooperation

Islamabad, July 23:Pakistan and Iran have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in disaster risk reduction, early warning systems, and climate resilience during a visit by Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni to the National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC) of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) in Islamabad. Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry […]

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Pakistan, Egypt stress dialogue, de-escalation for Middle East peace

Islamabad, July 22:Pakistan and Egypt have emphasized the urgent need for dialogue and de-escalation in the Middle East, reaffirming their commitment to respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states. The understanding emerged during a dinner meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar and Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Immigration […]

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Ambassador, JICA President review Pakistan–Japan development cooperation

Islamabad, July 23: Ambassador of Pakistan to Japan, Abdul Hameed, met with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) President Dr. Akihiko Tanaka at the agency’s headquarters to discuss ways to further strengthen bilateral development cooperation. During the meeting, both sides reaffirmed the longstanding Pakistan–Japan partnership and reviewed progress in ongoing collaborative initiatives. They explored new opportunities […]

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Ali Pervaiz Vows to Expand Energy Cooperation with Kuwait

Islamabad, July 21:Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its longstanding energy partnership with Kuwait and promoting greater bilateral cooperation in the sector. During a meeting with Vice President Operations of the Kuwait Foreign Petroleum Exploration Company (KUFPEC), Tareq Ebrahim, in Islamabad, the minister assured full government support for […]

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Pakistan, Russia Vow to Expand Cooperation in Trade, Energy and Connectivity

Islamabad, July 22:Pakistan and Russia have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation in trade, energy, connectivity, and other areas of mutual interest while enhancing coordination at regional and international forums. The understanding was reached during a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov […]

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Iranian Interior Minister Calls on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir

Islamabad, July 21:Interior Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Eskandar Momeni, called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, at the General Headquarters (GHQ). During the meeting, the two sides discussed matters of mutual interest, with a particular focus on regional […]

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Finance Minister Engages U.S. Development Finance Corporation on Investment Cooperation

Islamabad, July 22: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, met with representatives of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) in Washington, D.C., to discuss expanding investment and strengthening private sector-led development in Pakistan. During the meeting, the Finance Minister emphasized the need for accelerated support for high-impact projects in key sectors, […]

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D-8 Holds First-Ever Environment Ministerial Meeting Ahead of COP31

Islamabad, July 21:The Developing-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation (D-8) held its first-ever Ministerial Meeting on Environment in Istanbul, Türkiye, on July 17 under the theme “Preparing for COP31: Advancing Climate Implementation through International Cooperation.” Chaired by Türkiye’s Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, Murat Kurum, who is also the President-designate of COP31, the meeting […]

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ICCI Hosts Seminar to Boost Pakistan–Netherlands Trade and Investment

Islamabad, July 21:The Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) hosted a seminar titled “Enhancing Bilateral Trade between Pakistan and the Kingdom of the Netherlands”, bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs and stakeholders to explore new avenues for expanding bilateral trade, investment and economic cooperation. Addressing the participants, ICCI President Sardar Tahir Mehmood said the Netherlands, […]