ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday urged the automobile industry to start local manufacturing of vehicles and export a considerable ratio of their products to contribute to national development. The prime minister, talking to a delegation of automobile and auto parts manufacturers, asked the industry to implement the Auto Sector Deletion Policy and become a part of the global value chain.He told the delegation that the incumbent government was taking measures to boost the country’s exports. The delegation which consisted of Chief Executive Officer of Toyota Pakistan Ali Jamali, and the representative of the auto parts industry Amir Allahwala,…
Author: Iqra Khan
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday chaired a meeting to review the preparations for his upcoming visit to China, wherein he directed the formulation of comprehensive plans to hold result-oriented business-to-business meetings between the two countries. He instructed the relevant authorities to devise strategies for attracting Chinese industries to set up their units in Pakistan, assuring his government’s all-out facilitation to the industrialists and investors. During the briefing to the prime minister on the preparations for his China visit, it was told that a delegation of industrialists, investors, and businessmen would accompany him to China’s Shenzhen city. The delegation…
Pakistan’s cricket team is gearing up for the T20 World Cup 2024 with plans to depart London for Dallas in two groups. One group comprises 19 members, including players and management, while the other has nine members. During their tour, Pakistan faced Ireland and England in T20I series. Despite a stumble against Ireland in the first T20I, where they lost by five wickets, Pakistan rallied to win the next two matches convincingly. Against England, rain affected the series leading to two canceled matches. In the matches that took place, Pakistan couldn’t secure victory, losing by 23 runs and 7 wickets…
Matches between India and Pakistan always draw immense attention, and it’s not surprising that there’s anticipation surrounding their clash at the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. Basit Ali’s claim about the ICC scheduling matches to potentially have India and Pakistan face off twice in the tournament certainly adds to the excitement. However, it’s essential to take such claims with a grain of salt until official confirmation from the ICC or other credible sources. Scheduling in major tournaments like these involves various logistical considerations, and while it’s not impossible for such matchups to be strategically planned, it’s not always guaranteed either.…
Mr. Jeyhun Bayramov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister House today. The Prime Minister expressed satisfaction on the positive trajectory of relations between both countries and stressed the need to further strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation in trade, investment, energy and security domains. The Prime Minister expressed appreciation that both sides had always extended their full support to each other on issues of core interest, and reaffirmed that they would continue to do so at every international forum.The Prime Minister felicitated Foreign Minister Bayramov on Baku’s selection…
Speaking at a dinner held in honor of the national team at Pakistan House in London, Naqvi called for unwavering support for the team ahead of the World Cup. “This is the time to support the team. I urge everyone to stop criticizing the team for the next four weeks. This team will win the World Cup for you,” Naqvi emphasized during his address and subsequent media interaction. When asked about appointing a vice-captain to assist Babar Azam, Naqvi responded, “In my opinion, Babar Azam alone is more than sufficient. This team has the best combination and is highly capable.”…
Pakistan leg-spinner Usama Mir has been denied participation in this year’s T20 Blast after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) declined to issue him a No-Objection Certificate (NOC). Despite not being selected for Pakistan’s T20 World Cup squad, Mir, who was supposed to represent Worcestershire Rapids, is unable to compete in the tournament. The PCB’s decision as reported by ESPNcricinfo, is based on Mir’s three-year central contract with the board. This contract, in effect from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, permits centrally contracted players to engage in only two franchise T20 leagues per season along with the Pakistan Super…
Security measures will be intensified at New York’s Eisenhower Park stadium ahead of the highly anticipated India versus Pakistan clash in the ICC T20 World Cup on June 9. This decision follows reports of threats to the match, as reported by ESPNCricinfo. However, according to a statement from the governor’s office, there is currently no credible public safety threat. Eisenhower Park Stadium, situated 25 miles east of Manhattan, will host eight ICC T20 World Cup matches from June 3 to 12, including the showdown between the two Asian arch-rivals. Governor Kathy Hochul has affirmed her commitment to working with law…
Former Pakistan cricket team captain Shahid Afridi disclosed that he had a conversation with Suresh Raina regarding Raina’s social media post, leading to its deletion. The post deletion followed an X (formerly Twitter) user’s jab at Raina for not being named an ICC ambassador like Afridi for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. Raina responded by reminiscing about the 2011 World Cup victory, prompting Afridi to discuss the matter on his YouTube channel, confirming that they resolved the issue through their conversation and maintaining mutual respect. Afridi emphasized their shared cricketing moments and described Raina as a good person. Occasionally,…
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is organizing a symposium and an exhibition, titled “From Gandhara to the World”, on 28-29 May 2024. A large number of Islamabad-based diplomats, government functionaries, scholars, artists and art-lovers are attending the event, alongside around 25 foreign delegates, including some at the Ministerial level, from Sri Lanka, Nepal, Thailand and Vietnam. The event is being organized in connection with the ‘Vesak Day’, which commemorates Lord Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and death. It is aimed at showcasing Pakistan’s rich cultural heritage, and underscoring the importance that the government attaches to inter-faith harmony. Sri Lanka’s Minister for Buddhasasana,…
