ISLAMABAD, MAR 01 (DNA) – Turkish Ambassador, Ihsan Mustafa Yurdakul called on Federal Minister for Railways Sheikh Rashid Ahmad in Islamabad on Friday.They discussed cooperation in rail projects between Pakistan and Turkey.The Railways Minister said Pakistan Railways is being developed on modern lines and the country would like to utilize Turkey’s experiences in this sector.
Turkish president lauds Imran Khan’s initiative towards peace
ISLAMABAD, FEB 28 (DNA) – Prime Minister Imran Khan received a telephonic call from President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan this evening.President Erdogan congratulated the Prime Minister on his Speech at the Parliament and his statesman like offers to India for de-escalating the situation and working towards peace.He said that Islam is a religion of peace that underscores resolving disputes in a peaceful manner.
PM Imran, Indian PM contact likely tonight
ISLAMABAD, DNA, Prime Minister Iman Khan and Indian Prime Minister are likely to talk tonight.
Azerbaijan ambassador identifies areas of mutual cooperation
RAWALPINDI, FEB 28 (DNA) – The ambassador of Azerbaijan Ali Alizada said on Thursday Azerbaijan has a great attachment with Pakistan and both countries are enjoying cordial relationship.He said this during his visit to Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry.The envoy said that there are opportunities for bilateral cooperation in the field of tourism as Azerbaijan Government had eased the tourist visa process and also suggested to increase cooperation in citrus fruits, Kino, Mangoes food products, construction, tourism and defence production.
Japan urges Pakistan, India to exercise restraint
ISLAMABAD, FEB 28 (DNA) – Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Taro Kono has urged Pakistan and India to exercise restraint and stabilize the situation through dialogue. on Thursday.Japan is concerned about the deteriorating situation in Kashmir.Japan strongly condemns the terrorist attack on 14 February 2019 for which the Islamic extremist group “Jaish-e-Mohammad” claimed responsibility. Japan urges Pakistan to take stronger measures to counter terrorism.
British Secretary of State discusses situation of regional peace with FM Qureshi
ISLAMABAD, FEB 28 (DNA) – Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi received a telephone call from British Secretary of State for Foreign and Common wealth Affairs Jeremy Hunt, last evening.The two Foreign Ministers discussed the situation of regional peace and security in the aftermath of the Indian aggression. This was Secretary of State Hunt’s second telephone call to the Foreign Minister in the last three days.
Uzbekistan Airways asks passengers check information flights
TASHKENT, (DNA) – Due to the unstable situation in the border areas of Afghanistan and Pakistan, changes in the schedule of flights to the cities of India, Pakistan and South-East Asia are possible.Uzbekistan Airways apologizes for any inconvenience caused and asks passengers to check information on flights at the departure airports or at the airline’s representative offices.
Thousands of flights disrupted worldwide as Pakistan airspace closed for second day
ISLAMABAD, (DNA) – Pakistan airspace remained closed Thursday morning local time as the country’s increasingly fraught tensions with India disrupted thousands of flights worldwide for the second straight day.All international and domestic commercial flights in and out of Pakistan were canceled “until further notice,” Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority told.Thousands of people were also stranded by affected airlines that not only land in Pakistan, but fly over its airspace — one of the major routes from Southeast Asia into Europe.
Samjhuta Express temporarily suspended
ISLAMABAD, FEB 28 (DNA) – The operation of Samjhuta Express has been suspended, on Thursday, in view of the prevailing tensions between Pakistan and India.Samjhuta Express will resume its operations as soon as the security situation improves between India and Pakistan.=DNA
Argentina embassy to organize puppet show
ISLAMABAD, FEB 27 (DNA) – Based on the great success of the puppet show and knowing the fact that children in Islamabad regardless of their social background have few opportunities to enjoy cultural shows or events, the Embassy, this year too, is organising another event, a musical performance /workshop for the students of various age groups from Street run schools, state, private and music schools of Islamabad.
