KARACHI, MAY 08 (DNA) – China’s biggest and well known Alibaba Group, has finally made its way into the Pakistani e-commerce Market, acquiring Daraz Group.In a press release, Daraz official said “With the acquisition, Daraz will be able to leverage Alibaba’s leadership and experience in technology, online commerce, mobile payment, and logistics to drive further growth in the five South Asian markets that have a combined population of over 460 million, 60% of which are under the age of 35.”
Over 400 delegates attended Dushanbe conference: Minister Aslov
DUSHANBE, MAY 08 (DNA)- Minister for Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan S Aslov has said over 400 delegates from across the Globe attended the counter terrorism conference.In a message he said, “It is my great honor to inform you that the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan in close collaboration with the United Nations Organization, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, the European Union and a number of partner countries convened the International High-Level Conference “Countering Terrorism and Preventing Violent Extremism”.
Tunisia embassy celebrates national day of diplomacy
ISLAMABAD, MAY 08 (DNA) – The embassy of Tunisia in Islamabad commemorated the 62nd anniversary of the establishment of the Tunisian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the celebration of the National Day of Diplomacy. The event is celebrated on May 03.
Terrorism to be rooted out thoroughly, says army chief
QUETTA, MAY 07 (DNA) – Chief of the Army Staff, Gen. Qamar Javed Bajwa has addressed the participants of Second National Security Workshop Balochistan, during his visit to Quetta on Monday.The workshop organized by Southern Command in collaboration with Government of Balochistan.
UK committed to strengthen trade ties with Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, MAY 07 (DNA) – The UK is committed to increasing its bilateral trade with Pakistan, the British High Commissioner said at a Board of Investment Conference held in Islamabad.The event was attended by the Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, Finance Minister Miftah Ismail and over 800 delegates.
Japanese ambassador inaugurates Rehabilitation Center for Drug Addicts
ISLAMABAD, MAY 07 (DNA) – Takashi Kurai, Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, on Monday, 7th May 2018 inaugurated a treatment and rehabilitation center for drug addicts in the District Gujranwala, Punjab.The Government of Japan has contributed US$ 83,040 to Mian Afzal Trust Hospital– a Non-Governmental Organization, striving to prevent drug use and providing rehabilitation services for affected children and adults.
Shadab Khan & Asad Shafiq spring magic in 2nd tour match ahead of Ireland clash
WANTAGE ROAD, MAY 07 (DNA) – After a disappointing first tour-match against Kent, Pakistan has bounced back against Northamptonshire at Wantage Road.Northamptonshire won the toss and elected to bat in familiar conditions. However, that did not end well for the hosts as Shadab Khan was content on making an impact in the 2nd tour-match.
Punjab’s Ramazan subsidy plan laced with questions
LAHORE, MAY 06 (DNA) – The Punjab government’s move to provide a record amount of subsidy to consumers during Ramzan seems to have hit a roadblock as concerned authorities showed reservations over alleged misappropriation of billions of rupees due to poor monitoring.
Sethi backs Inzamam over selection controversy
LAHORE, MAY 05 (DNA) – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Najam Sethi has backed chief selector Inzamamul Haq over the selection fiasco caused over the non-selection of Fawad Alam and Wahab Riaz for the Test series against Ireland and England.
Walid Abu Ali posted out: an era comes to end
Editorial May 18
Ambassador of Palestine Walid Abu Ali has been posted to Malaysia for his next assignment. Ambassador Walid spent almost six eventful years in Pakistan during which he not only championed adequately the cause of Palestine but contributed significantly towards bringing peoples of both countries even closer. Despite being a non-diplomat, Ambassador Walid Abu Ali exactly knew the guiding principles for the conduct of an ambassador, whether coming from a diplomatic or non-diplomatic background, to promote bilateral and people to people relations.
