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3,795 COVID-19 cases, 37 deaths reported in 24 hours: NCOC

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ISLAMABAD : Pakistan has recorded 3,795 new cases and 37 deaths due to the COVID-19 in the last 24 hours.

In the past 24 hours, 37 more people succumbed to the disease, taking the death toll to 8,398. 1,530 patients have recovered from the virus during the last 24 hours and 2,539 patients are in critical condition including 103 reported within a day.

The total count of active cases is 55,354 and the positivity rate of COVID-19 cases reaches up to 9.7 per cent.
According to the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC), with fresh inclusion of the infections in the country the national tally of cases now currently stands at 420,294.

A total of 39,076 tests were conducted across the country during this period. Overall 356,542 people have recovered from the deadly disease so far while 5,794,242 samples have been tested thus far.

Earlier on Sunday, Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Health Dr Faisal Sultan had said that the coronavirus vaccine is likely to be available in Pakistan in February or March next year.

Dr Faisal Sultan said that the vaccine to be administered to people in phases, adding that the COVID-19 vaccine, in the first phase, will be administered to health professionals.

The federal cabinet had allocated funds for the vaccine, he said and added that they will finalize a suitable coronavirus vaccine within the next few weeks.

The COVID-19 vaccine imported by the government will be provided free of cost to the people, said Faisal Sultan.

It is pertinent to mention here that with countries world over scrambling to buy coronavirus vaccines that have been found to be effective at preventing the infection, Russia had offered to supply its Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine to Pakistan.

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Orban urges Romanians to go to the polls: “Dear Romanians, we must not repeat the mistake of 2016”

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Bucharest, DEC 6 – Prime Minister Ludovic Orban sent a message to Romanians to go to the polls, in order not to repeat the mistake from the 2016 parliamentary elections, when over 60% of the citizens with the right to vote did not participate in the election.

“Dear Romanians, four years ago, the low turnout generated a Parliament with a considerable deficit of legitimacy. A Parliament that has undermined the rule of law and democratic institutions. A Parliament that has damaged Romania’s image at the international level. A Parliament that produced governments against which it took to the streets. A Parliament that took the country from crisis to crisis and left it vulnerable to the pandemic.

Dear Romanians, we must not repeat the mistake of 2016, when over 60% of the citizens with the right to vote did not participate in the elections. The next Parliament must be representative for the widest possible sections of society. And this will not be possible without a greater turnout on your part. Dear Romanians, there are more than three hours until the polls close, enough time to express your fundamental right to vote. Four years without elections will follow. Four years in which it is more important than ever to have a responsible Parliament and a Government competent to lead Romania. We have to seize unprecedented opportunities in our recent history. Do not miss the chance to decide Romania’s future. 

Your vote today will make the difference between an internationally respected Romania and an isolated one. Between a Romania that respects its citizens and one that drives them abroad. Between a developed Romania, modern and confident in its forces and a corrupt one, poor and lacking in perspective “ , was the message of the prime minister on Sunday on Facebook.

Over 4.5 million Romanians voted on Sunday, until 17:00, which means a turnout of 25.25%. The most numerous are the voters in the age category 45 – 64, followed by those over 65 years old. The weakest presence is registered in the category 18 – 24 years.

Chinese Defense Minister’s Pak, Nepal visits of great significance: Cheng

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BEIJING, Dec 06 (DNA): Chinese Defense Minister, Gen. Wei Fenghe’s last
week visits to Pakistan and Nepal was of great practical significance
for safeguarding the security of border areas of the southwestern China.

“In the China`s southwest, Nepal and Pakistan are very important
friendly neighbors. Therefore, General Wei Fenghe’s trip is of great
practical significance for safeguarding the security of border areas of
the southwestern China,” Cheng Xizhong, former Chinese Defense Attache
in South Asian countries and visiting professor at Southwest University
of Political Science said in an article here on Sunday.

During his visit to Pakistan, Gen. Fenghe met with President Dr. Arif
Alvi and Prime Minister Imran Khan respectively. During his visit to
Nepal, he met with President Bidhya Devi Bhandari and Prime Minister and
Defense Minister Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli respectively.

The China-Pakistan all-weather strategic cooperative partnership is
unique in the world. Under the leadership of the leaders of the two
countries, the two sides have continuously strengthened cooperation in
various fields and firmly supported each other
on issues involving each other’s core interests.

China is willing to develop closer ties, enhance strategic mutual trust
and strengthen strategic cooperation with Pakistan so as to push the
bilateral military relations to a higher level, jointly cope with
various risks and challenges, firmly safeguard the sovereignty and
security interests of the two countries, and firmly safeguard regional
peace and stability.

General Wei Fenghe said China highly appreciates Nepal’s firm adherence
to the one-China policy and China firmly supports Nepal in safeguarding
its national independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity.

China will continue to maintain close relations with Nepal, carry out
bilateral in-depth practical cooperation, provide support and assistance
to the construction of the Nepalese Army as always, making greater
contributions to the well-being of the two peoples and regional peace
and stability.

In Pakistan, General Wei Fenghe held talks with General Nadeem Raza,
Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee , and General Qamar Javed
Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff, and exchanged views in depth on the regional
and international situation, bilateral military relations, and equipment
and technical cooperation.

In Nepal, General Wei Fenghe held talks with General Purna Chandra
Thapa, Chief of the Nepalese Army. The two sides exchanged in-depth
views on the international and regional situation and the relations
between the two militaries.

The Indian media noted that on November 30, Chinese Defense Minister Wei
Fenghe and Pakistan Chief of Army Staff Qamar Javed Bajwa discussed
regional security issues and signed an agreement to deepen defense
cooperation between the two all-weather strategic partners.

On the same day, Pakistan`s Inter-Services Public Relations said in a
statement that during the talks, the two sides discussed issues of
common concern, regional security and bilateral defense cooperation.

“The two sides signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen
defense cooperation between the two militaries,” the statement added.

General Qamar Javed Bajwa expressed his gratitude for China’s firm
support for Pakistan’s key issues in the region and in the international
community. General Bajwa said that the Pakistani military attaches great
importance to “the time-tested brotherhood” with China. “We have always
stood together and faced the challenges of the future,” he said.

Since the beginning of this year, the border conflict between India and
Pakistan has never stopped. At the same time, India and Nepal have
accused each other over the disputed territory, and the bilateral
relations have reached a low ebb.

In view of the current border confrontation between China and India, the
Indian media are very concerned about General Wei Fenghe’s visit to
Nepal and Pakistan, believing that this trip is intended to “confront
India”.

China maintains friendly relations with Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh and
other South Asian countries. As a big power, China is bound to firmly
support its friendly neighbors. At the same time, the move has also
issued a stern warning to the hostile attitude of some Indians towards
China. DNA

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CDA to initiate work on construction of ramps

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ISLAMABAD, DEC 6 (DNA) – Capital Development Authority (CDA) will initiate work on the construction of ramps for disables.

According to a press release of CDA, in the first phase these ramps will be constructed at 110 different sites.

Upon the special directions of the President Arif Alvi, CDA has decided to construct ramps for disable persons at various markets, business centers, roads, main chowks, zebra crossing, and parks.

The road and maintenance department will construct ramps for disables at 110 different places of 16 centers of the city. This step is being taken to facilitate the disables so that they can easily go in markets and business centers.

In the second phase the ramps will be constructed in F-9 park, Rose and Jasmine garden, Japan Park, Lotus Park, Lake View Park, and other main parks of the city. Later on, the ramps will be constructed in all the small and big markets, roads, parks, and other places of the city, the PR added.

Chairman CDA, Ali Ahmad said that disable persons are the asset of the country so it is our responsibility to facilitate them in all regards. CDA will give its best to provide the facility of ramps to disable persons throughout the city, he added.=DNA

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Govt taking effective measures for economy: Dr Firdous

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SIALKOT, Special Assistant to the Chief Minister Punjab on
Information Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan on Sunday visited the residence of
PML-Q Senior Vice President Punjab Chaudhry Saleem Baryar and Sialkot
Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) President Qaiser Iqbal Baryar.

She discussed the expected visit of the prime minister and Chief
Minister Usman Bazdar to Sialkot on Dec 9.

On this occasion, Dr Firdous said the PTI was committed to take all
possible steps for betterment of the the country and national economy
which would create employment opportunities.

She added that Prime Minister Imran Khan and Chief Minister Sardar Usman
Buzdar had taken effective measures for welfare of the business
community to promote exports.

PML-Q Senior Vice President Punjab Chaudhry Saleem Baryar said that the
PML-Q leadership stood with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)
government for national development and prosperity.

Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Chaudhry Qaiser Iqbal
Baryar said that the industrialists were very happy with the initiative
taken by the prime minister to set up an Export Development board to
promote exports.

PDM to unfurl key decisions at Lahore rally

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Maryam Nawaz says if this government goes home, flour, sugar and vegetables will be cheaper

LAHORE, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Vice President Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) will make important announcements during Lahore rally on December 13.

Addressing the PML-N s social media workers convention in Lahore She
requested all elected MNAs and senators to recognize their dignity and
said that if your parties decide to resign then you should refuse to
come under any pressure. She warned assembly members and senators that
if anyone betrayed the party, people would besiege his house.

Maryam Nawaz said that important decisions will be taken in the meeting
of PDM. She urged people to attend PDM rally in Lahore and said that
Pakistan can only progress after sending this government home.

She said if this government goes home, flour, sugar and vegetables will
be cheaper. We will fly the flag of our victory in Minar-e-Pakistan. I
will personally invite the people to come to the meeting by going to
different places in Lahore.

She said that the PDM is going to make big decisions. The people of
Pakistan will soon hear the good news, the only thing left is to
announce at the December 13 meeting.

She said PM Imran Khan used to claim that the “green passport will be
respected across the world” but now flights from Pakistan have been
banned.

Pak endorses Sheikhul Azhar for moving Int’l Court of Justice on blasphemous caricatures: Hafiz Tahir

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ISLAMABAD, Chairman Pakistan Ulema Council, Special Representative to Prime Minister on Interreligious Harmony, Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi Sunday said Pakistan endorsed the decision of Sheikh-ul-Azhar to move into International Court of Justice against blasphemous caricatures issues in France.

Talking to Egyptian Ambassador to Pakistan Tarek Dahrough, Hafiz Tahir Ashrafi stated that Egypt owns very key and effective position in Muslim Ummah and Jamiatul Azhar is great center for Muslim scholars.

Holy places of Muslims and non-Muslims are situated in Egypt, which associated with great Islamic and cultural history of the world, he said.

Coordination on part of Jamiatul Azhar and Government of Egypt for Pakistan’s students is very commending and appreciated.

He conveyed message of Prime Minister Imran Khan to Sheikh-ul-Azhar stating that Pakistan will remain present to support and cooperate at every level.

Ashrafi stated that OIC resolution on Kashmir issue is endorsement of Pakistan’s stance. He also added that cooperation among all seminaries and universities of Pakistan will be strengthened with Jamiatul Azhar.

“Pakistan is being esteemed in the Muslim world and country will keep striving for unity and stability of Muslim Ummah,” he said.

Pakistan playing frontline role to eliminate the menace of extremism and terrorism and the entire Muslim world should demonstrate unity against such threats.

Egyptian Ambassador to Pakistan Tarek Dahrough said that Pakistan is very affectionate country and relations between Pakistan and Egypt are deep rooted and strong. Promotion of Arabic language among Pakistani students and religious scholars, Arabic courses have been increased through the platform of Jamiatul Azhar.

He also stated that exchange of delegates and rising trend of learning Arabic language in Pakistan will further strengthen relations between Pakistan and Egypt.

Ashrafi said Pakistan stood firmly on its stance of not recognising Israel until and unless an Independent Palestinian state is not established.=DNA

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Japan parliament approves post-Brexit trade deal with Britain

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TOKYO, DEC 6 — Japan’s parliament approved a post-Brexit free trade deal with Britain, clearing the way for its enforcement Jan. 1 next year to ensure continuity in bilateral business operations beyond London’s end of transition out of the European Union this month, Kyodo reported.

The deal, signed by Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and British International Trade Secretary Liz Truss in Tokyo in October, passed the upper house following its approval by the lower house last month.

Britain still needs to complete its domestic ratification procedures for the pact to enter into force.

The two countries needed to wrap up the deal as the existing Japan-EU pact will not cover Britain after the completion of the Brexit transition period in December and could result in impositions of higher tariffs on both countries.

While Japanese companies welcome the deal, those that operate both in the United Kingdom and in continental Europe are still wary about whether London will reach a free trade agreement with the bloc by the end of the transition period.

Without such an agreement, the European businesses of Japanese manufacturers, including Nissan Motor Co. and Toyota Motor Corp., which benefit from supply chains built across the continent and Britain, could be disrupted. The two automakers procure parts from continental Europe and assemble vehicles in Britain.

The free trade deal with Japan is Britain’s first trade pact with a major economy following its exit from the European Union in January 2020.

Britain said it would be a major step forward for its aspiration to join the Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade deal, which features 11 Asia-Pacific countries including Japan, Australia and Canada.

The new deal removes tariffs on Japanese cars in stages to zero in 2026, which is the same as in the existing Japan-EU agreement, while London will immediately scrap tariffs on railway cars and auto parts.

Japanese tariffs on British farm products are kept at the same level as under the agreement with the European Union.

Rules on e-commerce and financial services have become more ambitious than the Japan-EU pact, including the prohibition on governments requesting businesses to disclose algorithms used in artificial intelligence technology and encryption data.

Tanzania business delegation meets DG BOI

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ISLAMABAD, DEC 6 (DNA) – President of Tanzania Chamber of Commerce and Industry Paul Moyi along with other members of his delegation called on DG BOI Seema Raza Bukhari in Islamabad.

Chairman Regional Trade Promotion Committee RCCI  Khurshid Barlas, Executive Committee Member RCCI Fahad Barlas and others were present.

During the meeting, steps were taken to promote diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Tanzania.

President of Pakistan Paul Moyi said that Pakistan-Tanzania Business Council should be established for the development of industry and trade in Pakistan and Tanzania.

DG BOI Seema Raza Bukhari said the project would be launched under Engage Africa to further improve diplomatic relations with Tanzania.=DNA

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