Azerbaijan, an important transcontinental country with a population of around 10.14 million inhabitants, steadily continues its journey towards development and modernization after declaring its independence from Soviet Union in 1991.The architect of the Republic Heydar Aliyev incurred upon himself the onus of driving the nascent republic to a modern and forward looking state where people of all nationalities, religions and faiths could co-exist happily.After passing away of Heyder Aliyev his son Ilham Aliyev stepped into shoes of his father with a view to not only furthering his agenda of development and harmony but to make Azerbaijan a leading regional and global player.
Azerbaijan’s CEC interested in smooth holding of parliamentary elections
BAKU, — Azerbaijan’s Central Election Commission (CEC) is interested in smooth holding of the upcoming parliamentary elections, without any shortcomings, CEC Chairman Mazahir Panahov said at the commission’s meeting.“Certain people think that by creating hype they can make us do something. All issues related to the electoral process will be resolved within the law and so these people are wasting their time. If there are any shortcomings at the upcoming elections, those who allow them will be punished. Everything is done in accordance with the law,” Pahanov said.
Message of Major General Bagheri on Deal of the Century
TEHRAN, JAN 31 (DNA) – Iranian Chief of General Staff has said The unveiling of the Zionist-American plan known as the “Deal of the Century” is undoubtedly a historical and strategic error that follows the occupation of Palestine as a central part of the failed Zionist project of 70 years in the region.Any implicit agreement, silence, or double-dealing with this cruel plan that violates sovereignty and declares war on the territorial identity and existence of an oppressed nation can extend this great conspiracy beyond Palestine to the independence and sovereignty of other Islamic countries.
Employers meetup 2020 with top employers of Pakistan Hospitality Industry
RAWALPINDI, JAN 30 (DNA) – Hashoo Foundation and Hashoo Hunar in collaboration with UNHCR arranged an “Employer meet up 2020”.The event was arranged at PC Rawalpindi. The main purpose of this event is to build a relationship with employers and enhance the opportunity for their trainees in hospitality sector within Pakistan. The event further discussed resources, expertise, and career pathways, the challenges, the business opportunities and expansion.
Kazakh ambassador attends transit trade meeting
ISLAMABAD, JAN 29- (DNA) – The Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan A. Rakhmetullin participated in a meeting on the resumption of the implementation of the Agreement between Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan on transit traffic. The possibility of Tajikistan joining this document was also considered.The event was attended by embassies of the countries-parties to the Agreement and Tajikistan, representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the Federal Council on Revenue of the IRP.
“Serious steps have been taken to hold democratic elections in Azerbaijan”: Gozde Dizdar
BAKU, JAN 29 – “Serious steps have been taken to conduct democratic elections in Azerbaijan. According to my observations ahead of the parliamentary elections, I can say that the pre-election campaign is held in a serious competitive atmosphere,” General Director of Governance and Development (GD Global), one of the Turkish well-known civil society activists Gozde Dizdar told.
Denmark, Pakistan enjoy cordial relations: envoy
SIALKOT, JAN 29 (DNA) – Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan, Rolf Michael Pareira Holmboe has said that Denmark and Pakistan have always enjoyed most cordial relations while Pakistan and Denmark have the best trade relationship.He expressed these views while addressing the members of Sialkot Chamber Of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) here on Wednesday.Mr. Rolf said I visited various Chambers to further build upon these relations to translate them into increased.
Islamabad Serena Hotel introduces Latino Theme Night
ISLAMABAD, JAN 29 (DNA) -Islamabad Serena Hotel has introduced the Latino Theme Night from 28th January 2020, every Tuesday night, at the Grand Zamana restaurant.The visitors will be completely immersed in the Latin American culture and have the opportunity to indulge in authentic Latin cuisine.The executive chef, Marc Fontenelle, with over 38 strong years of culinary experience and 25 years as an Executive Chef, has created a superb menu for our Latino theme night, filled with exotic and delectable dishes.
Palestinians reject Trump Mideast peace plan
RAMALLAH, West Bank, — Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has said “a thousand no’s” to the Mideast peace plan announced on Tuesday by President Donald Trump, which strongly favors Israel.The Palestinians remain committed to ending the Israeli occupation and establishing a state with its capital in east Jerusalem, Abbas said at a news conference in the West Bank city of Ramallah, where the Western-backed Palestinian Authority is headquartered.
Trump’s Middle East peace plan: Smiles and sorrow on the ground
“When someone arrives to talk peace, prepare for war,” an Israeli told me this week.Palestinians and Israelis know from decades of history that past peace initiatives are strewn with turbulence, division and bloodshed.But the Oslo Accords of the 1990s also left a structure in place, however fragile, that was meant to become the basis for a permanent peace – the so-called “two-state solution”.It calls for an independent Palestinian state made up of the West Bank and Gaza with East Jerusalem as its capital, alongside a secure state of Israel along the territorial lines shown on the map before the 1967 Middle East war.
