By Irfan Shahzad
Pakistan’s position as one of the most important players on the Eurasian landmass is strengthening – making it the Fulcrum of Eurasia – and the country needs a comprehensive policy-roadmap to benefit from this evolving situation.
Fulcrum of Eurasia : Why Pakistan Needs a Policy Roadmap for Eurasian Supercontinent
Pak businessmen briefed about Indonesian potential of trains production
JAKARTA, JUL 27 (DNA) – Indonesian Embassy in Islamabad brought the Pakistani businessmen to Indonesia in order to see, first-hand, the capacity of PT. INKA that has been producing a variety of trains currently operated in various parts of the world, including Australia, Singapore, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, and Bangladesh.Ambassador of Indonesia in Pakistan Iwan Amri also accompanied the business delegation.=DNA
Opposition using delaying tactics for Senate session: Shibli Faraz
ISLAMABAD, JULY 26 (DNA) – Leader of the House in Senate Shibli Faraz on Friday has said that the opposition was using delaying tactics for session of the Upper House of the Parliament.Talking to media in Islamabad on Friday, he said that they wouldn’t let the opposition succeed as they were using delaying tactics for Senate session.
Impossible to withdraw no-confidence motion against Chairman Senate: Hasil Bizenjo
ISLAMABAD (DNA) – A four-member government delegation led by Senate Leader Shibli Faraz on Friday met with Senator Hasil Bizenjo at his residence where Hasil Bizenjo said that he is nominee of the joint opposition for Chairman Senate and it is not possible now to withdraw no-confidence motion.
Mango Festival begins at Centaurus Mall
ISLAMABAD, JUL 26 (DNA) – A three days Mango Festival is organized under the arrangements of Sardar Group of Companies at The Centaurus Mall Islamabad from 26-28 July 2019 where stalls of different variety of mangoes were displayed including seedless mangoes first time ever in Pakistan.A number of foreign dignitaries, senior politicians, notables of the society, President PGCL Sardar Tanveer Ilyas Khan, Senior Vice President PGCL Sardar Yasir Ilyas Khan and Vice Chancellor MNS Agriculture University Multan Dr Asif Ali were also present at the time of Inauguration on 26 July 2019.
Experts highlight the significance of emerging Eurasia for Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, JUL 26 (DNA) -“The emerging Eurasian super continent offers immense opportunities for Pakistan particularly in terms of connectivity, trade, energy and social sector cooperation.Relevant stakeholders specially the government institutions involved need to focus on Eurasia for broad-based collaborative arrangements with the major and emerging players on this super continent.”
Experts highlight the significance of emerging Eurasia for Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, JUL 26 (DNA) -“The emerging Eurasian supercontinent offers immense opportunities for Pakistan particularly in terms of connectivity, trade, energy and social sector cooperation.Relevant stakeholders specially the government institutions involved need to focus on Eurasia for broad-based collaborative arrangements with the major and emerging players on this supercontinent.”
Palestinian president hints at stopping agreements with Israel
RAMALLAH, (DNA) – Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas has said he has decided to stop implementing agreements with Israel amid worsening relations between the two sides.“We announce the leadership’s decision to stop implementing the agreements signed with the Israeli side,” he said in a speech in the West Bank city of Ramallah.
With Guns, Cash and Terrorism, Gulf States Vie for Power in Somalia
When a small car bomb exploded outside a courthouse in the bustling port city of Bosaso in northern Somalia, local news reports chalked it up to Islamist militants retaliating for American airstrikes. At least eight people were wounded, and a local affiliate of the Islamic State claimed responsibility.The attack, however, may have also been part of a very different conflict: one among wealthy Persian Gulf monarchies competing for power and profits across the Horn of Africa.
Austere PM saves Rs100m on US visit
KARACHI: JUL 25 (DNA) – Prime Minister Imran Khan has made history by saving public money worth over Rs100 million, as he took commercial flights for the US trip and scrapped practices of former premiers of engaging at least two long-haul jets.Mostly Boing 777, long-range wide-body twin-engine 300-seater jet airliner, served private convoys of previous prime ministers. It roughly costs Rs4-4.5 million per hour. Pakistan to US flight takes more than 14 hours on one side, said an aviation industry source who closely witnessed past practices.
