TASHKENT, — President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a decree “On the State Program for the Implementation of an Action Strategy for the five priority areas for the development of the Republic of Uzbekistan in 2017–2021 in the Year of the Development of Science, Education and the Digital Economy”.The state program consists of 284 points. Uzbekistan plans to allocate 18.17 trillion soums and US$10.3 billion from the state budget and extra-budgetary trust funds to implement projects and activities under the state program.
U.S. diplomat says there has to be diplomatic solution to Karabakh conflict
WASHINGTON, – U.S. Ambassador to OSCE James Gilmore has said that there has to be diplomatic solution to the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.He was speaking during a special briefing on Monday.U.S. diplomat said, there is a process in place, a group that – a Minsk Group that is trying to find some answers and solutions into this.He said I have met with both the ambassadors from Azerbaijan and the ambassadors from Armenia, each of whom have talked to me about – separately about this conflict and how they see it in the big picture of both of their respective countries,” he said.
6-members OIC delegation visits Chakhoti, Line of Control
RAWALPINDI, MAR 4 (DNA) – A 6-members OIC delegation headed by Ambassador Yousef Aldobeay, Special Envoy of the OIC Secretary General for Jammu and Kashmir visted Chakhoti, Line of Control (LOC) . The delegation was briefed on situation along LOC, Indian Ceasefire violations (CFVs) targeting innocent civilian population along the LOC . The delegation thanked Pakistan Army latest update along LOC and opportunity to see the situation for themselves.=DNA
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev hosts Mike Pompeo
TASHKENT, MAR 4 – President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev yesterday hosted the visiting U.S. Secretary of State, Michael Richard Pompeo.Shavkat Mirziyoyev noted with deep satisfaction the dynamic upward trend in the Uzbek-American ties, which in recent years have become stable, systemic and are based on trust.He noted that the two countries have established constructive political dialogue, including on the regional and international agenda and expanded cooperation in the trade, economic, investment, technological, financial, agricultural, energy, educational, human rights and cultural-humanitarian fields.
NAB files reference against Balochistan’s mineral officials, coal company
QUETTA, MAR 04 (DNA) – National Accountability Bureau (NAB) on Thursday filed a reference against seven people including a coal company owner and mineral department officials of the Balochistan province over causing losses upto millions of rupees to the national exchequer.According to a NAB spokesman, the officials and employees of the mines and minerals development department in Balochistan province were found involved in corruption worth millions.
CGSS, University of Punjab sing MoU
ISLAMABAD, Mar 4 (DNA): A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony was held between Center for Global & Strategic Studies (CGSS), Islamabad and University of the Punjab, Lahore at Lahore. The MoU signing ceremony was followed by lunch.Both the institutions agreed to facilitate cooperation in the areas of mutual interest.It was decided that CGSS and University of the Punjab will work together to promote joint research projects on agreed fields for developing a sound cooperation in the future. Furthermore, both the institutions will work and explore opportunities to involve the academia in the multilateral fields.
US-Taliban Doha deal
By Ansar Mahmood Bhatti
The US and Taliban , in the presence of Afghan leadership and representatives of key stakeholders, struck an ‘historic’ deal in Doha on February 29, 2020 with a view to pulling the war-torn country out of chaos and turmoil. The country has been bearing the brunt of upheavals of various sorts for last four decades. Over two million people, most of them, innocent, have lost their lives while millions rendered homeless.
Commander Somali Air Force visits air headquarters
ISLAMABAD, MAR 04 (DNA) – Brigadier General Mohamed Sheikh Ali, Commander Somali Air Force visited Air Headquarters Islamabad. On his arrival, the distinguished guest was received by Air Chief Marshal Mujahid Anwar Khan, Chief of the Air Staff Pakistan Air Force.He was presented with the Guard of Honour by a smartly turned out contingent of PAF. Later on, he called on the Air Chief in his office. Various matters of professional cooperation and mutual interest came under discussion during the meeting.
Corona virus cases increasing in France
PARIS (DNA) -There have been reports of rapid increase in Coronavirus cases in France over the last few days. The Embassy of Pakistan is closely monitoring the situation and is deeply concerned about the well-being of our community members. Especially, about those who reside in Oise region which contains the highest number of cases.The French authorities are taking appropriate measures to contain the spread of virus. In some of the affected areas, public schools have been closed and large public gatherings have been cancelled/postponed. To answer questions regarding Coronavirus a hotline ( 0800 130 000) has been established by the French Government.
Pakistan writes to England for Nawaz Sharif’s return
ISLAMABAD, MAR 03 (DNA) – Pakistan has on Tuesday written a letter to England for former prime minister Nawaz Sharif’s return as his bail has ended.According to details, the government has contacted England after consulting with the Punjab government.It has been stated in the letter that Nawaz Sharif should be sent back to Pakistan to serve his remaining jail term. The British government has been apprised of the current situation as well.
