Islamabad, Sep 13: Inaugurating the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Business and Investment Conference on Thursday at an Islamabad local hotel was Federal Minister of Commerce Jam Kamal Khan. Senior ministers, senior government officials, foreign diplomats, representatives from SCO member states, and prominent figures from Pakistan’s business community attended the high-profile event, which highlighted Pakistan’s dedication to promoting trade and economic cooperation in the region, according to a press release released here. In his address, Jam Kamal Khan expressed gratitude to the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) for arranging the conference and wished the honored guests a…
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Islamabad, Sep 13: The applications for the British Council administered Scotland Pakistan Scholarship for Young Women and Girls are now open. This scholarship funds Bachelor’s and Master’s/MPhil studies for Pakistani women in any HEC recognized university across Pakistan. Funded by the Scottish Government, these grants aim to make higher education more accessible to women, supporting them in achieving their potential and ambition. British Council administers the scheme in Pakistan and coordinates with selected scholars and universities either directly or through nominated university focal persons. The Deputy Director British Council Pakistan, Maarya Rehman said: ‘The Scottish Scholarship Scheme is a vital…
Islamabad, Sep 13: In order to train Pakistani workers who aspire to find employment in Japan, the Overseas Employment Corporation (OEC), a department attached to the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development (OP&HRD), plans to hire one or more Japanese language instructors on a contract basis. According to an official source who spoke with APP on Friday, language instruction must fulfill the requirements of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) and Japanese Language Capability Test (JLCT) in order to prepare students for levels N5 and N4, which are necessary for employment in Japan. According to him, candidates with…
Islamabad, Sep 13: During a recent hearing of the National Assembly Sub-Committee on Commerce, MNA Gul Asghar Khan stated that gemstones valued at $5 billion are smuggled out of Pakistan annually. Although Pakistan is one of the top eight producers of gemstones in the world, official exports only amount to $8 million. According to a member, gemstones are smuggled into Thailand from Pakistan, where they are polished, cut, and sold for billions of dollars. The conversation also revealed that Afghanistan is the source of 30–40% of the jewels that are smuggled into Pakistan. It was proposed that legalizing the trade…
Islamabad, Sep 13: Luxembourg will host the inaugural Pakistan Cultural Day On September 21, a chance to showcase the vibrant customs of Pakistan to the people of Europe. A press release states that the event, which is being organized by Pakistan Forum Luxembourg (PFL) in the Ehlerange town of Sanem, will include food vendors, arts and crafts, carnival games, live music, and humanitarian endeavors. There will be a range of traditional Pakistani cuisine vendors serving special specialties to the participants. It will feature handcrafted jewelry, ceramics, and textiles among other arts and crafts. The purpose of the charity booths would…
Islamabad, Sep 13: At the Global AI Summit in Riyadh, four IT specialists from Pakistan joined a galaxy of influential people to share their perspectives on relevant prospects and challenges and to fortify their relationships with the global AI community. The King Abdulaziz International Convention Center hosted the worldwide AI Summit, the leading forum for promoting the worldwide dialogue on artificial intelligence (AI), from September 10–12, 2024. In order to jointly define the future of AI for the benefit of humanity, the event brought together a galactic assembly of visionary specialists, academics, corporate executives, and policymakers from all around the…
Islamabad, Sep 13: The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) will develop into a multifaceted corridor with an emphasis on growth, innovation, and inclusivity, according to Pakistan’s ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, after generating 8,000MW of electricity and 800 kilometers of roads in its initial phase. Speaking at the 9th Belt and Road Summit in Hong Kong, which had as its theme “Building a Connected, Innovative, and Green Belt and Road,” the ambassador claimed that Pakistan’s “5Es” strategy which focused on exports, digital transformation, energy, climate change, and equity would be aligned with CPEC-II. International leaders, corporate representatives, and industry experts convened…
Islamabad, Sep 13: Amir “King” Khan, a former professional boxer, has fanned the fires on a rumored return to the ring against Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquaio. Khan is well-known for his outstanding boxing career, during which he won two world titles in the light-welterweight division the WBA and the IBF and compiled an impressive 34-6 record. Manny Pacquiao, who is considered as one of the best boxers of all time and is the only person in history to have won eight divisions in the world rankings, is a formidable opponent for him. There had reportedly been continuing, covert discussions…
Islamabad, Sep 13: Due to Eid Milad Un Nabi, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) declared on Friday that it will be closed on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. In a circular released today, the central bank stated, “The State Bank of Pakistan will remain closed on September 17, 2024 (Tuesday), being a public holiday on the occasion of Eid Milad-un-Nabi (12th Rabi-ul-Awal, 1446 A.H).” On this day, commercial banks will likewise be closed. In addition to the banking industry, the Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX) has previously declared that it will be closed on that particular day. The birth of…
Islamabad, Sep 13: The Sindh Government Launches Affordable Housing Project for Deserving Citizens called “Sasti Basti,” which aims to provide inexpensive accommodation to underprivileged citizens of the province, according to an ARY News report on Thursday. The plan was introduced at the Human Settlement Authority’s annual budget 29th Governing Body meeting, which was presided over by Advisor to the Chief Minister for Human Settlement Authority, Livestock, and Fisheries, Najmi Alam. Senior officials from Hyderabad and Sukkur, along with MPA representatives Muhammad Yusuf Baloch and Aruba Rabbani, were present at the meeting. The yearly budget was agreed during the meeting, which…
