The Arms Control and Disarmament Centre (ACDC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) organized an In-House Meeting with a Chinese delegation led by Mr. SUN Xiaobo, Director General, Department of Arms Control, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), Beijing. Other members of the delegation included: Mr. Xie Xinxing, Deputy Division Director, Ms. XIAO Yue,…
ISLAMABAD: Ambassador Donald Blome delivered speech at the U.S. Independence Day Celebration I would like to warmly welcome all of you to this celebration of the 248th anniversary of the United States’ independence. I am especially pleased to welcome our Chief Guest, Mr. Ahsan Iqbal Minister of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives for being here…
A distinguished group of Pakistani SRHR Leaders recently participated in the ICPD30 | Global Dialogue on Demographic Diversity and Sustainable Development, held on May 15-16, 2024, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. This significant event was a part of the 30th celebration year 2024 which marked the thirtieth anniversary of the landmark International Conference on Population and Development…
Islamabad – The Institute for Social and Youth Development (ISYD) and YPEER Pakistan, in collaboration with Prime Minister’s Youth Program, Secours Islamique France (SIF), Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA), UNFPA Pakistan, AccountabilityLab Pakistan, Artivism Academy, and Milkar, successfully organized the 5th Interactive Youth Forum at The Millennium Universal College (TMUC) Islamabad. The forum, held on 7th March 2024…
As the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 9 heads towards its crucial phase, every match carries immense significance as teams vie for the remaining playoffs berths. However, individual performances have also been noteworthy, with Peshawar Zalmi’s captain, Babar Azam, leading the batting charts with 447 runs from eight innings, a feat expected from the prolific…
WASHINGTON – The U.S. State Department reiterated its call for the Pakistani government to end internet shutdowns across the country, including limitations on social media platforms. During a press briefing, spokesperson Matthew Miller denounced government-imposed restrictions on internet access. The statement follows Washington’s congratulatory message to Maryam Nawaz on her appointment as Punjab’s first woman…
In a major achievement, Peshawar Zalmi Friday entered the playoff phase by inflicting a humiliating 76-run defeat on Quetta Gladiators in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) season nine at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Zalmi outclassed their counterparts in all departments of the game as the Gladiators suffered a heavy margin defeat which considerably affected…
PPP chairman meets coalition partners, party MPAs; Assures Punjab MPs of Zardari’s support In a significant political development, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz joined forces here on Friday to strategise for the upcoming presidential election scheduled for today, Saturday. The political heavyweights held a joint press conference, where Maryam declared…
The Senate on Friday passed a resolution recommending government to take measures to ensure and enhance women’s economic inclusion. The resolution, moved by Senator Seemee Ezdi, called for enhancing recruitment, retention and development opportunities for women talent through effective education and skills programmes. The resolution emphasized to introduce gender-sensitive policies and foster inclusive work environments…
ISLAMABAD – Polling in underway for presidential election to elect the 14th President of Pakistan for next five years. Asif Ali Zardari, the joint candidate of PPP and the PML-N, and Sunni Ittehad Council’s candidate Mahmood Khan Achakzai are vying for the office of President.PauseUnmute The President is elected by an electoral college comprising members…
