Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif interacting with the students after inaugurating the new building of Govt Boys Secondary School, Ghulam Rasool, Jia Khan
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif interacting with the students after inaugurating the new building of Govt Boys Secondary School, Ghulam Rasool, Jia Khan.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif interacting with the students after inaugurating the new building of Govt Boys Secondary School, Ghulam Rasool, Jia Khan
Sanjrani favours Tayyip Erdogan for Nobel Peace Prize
ISLAMABAD, Jan 4 (APP): Chairman Senate Sadiq Sanjrani through a letter has officially registered the nomination in favour of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for the “Nobel Peace Prize”.
In a letter addressed to the Norwegian Nobel Committee on Wednesday Chairman Senate has favours Turkish President for his efforts to resolve the Ukrainian crisis, said a press release issued.
Chairman Senate said that Russia-Ukraine war had quickly turned into a nuclear flashpoint that could have ended in catastrophe for the whole world.
Due to his untiring efforts, timely and effective interventions with both sides, Tayyip Erdogan single-handedly averted a global disaster, he said.
He further added that President Erdogan is a true statesman and leader, who always strives for the betterment and prosperity of not just his country, but the region and the world in general.
Chairman Senate underlined that Turkish President carries the true message of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) and his teachings of peace, tolerance and love for all humanity, as he continues to dispel the myths and misconceptions related to Islamic teachings.
The Norwegian Nobel Committee is tasked with the responsibility in assessing and deciding upon giving out one of the most prestigious and illustrious awards.
As envisioned by the late Alfred Bernhard Nobel in his will, the Nobel Peace Prize is given out to people who have taken exceptional action to resolve looming or ongoing conflicts towards peace.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif interacting with the students after inaugurating the new building of Govt Boys Secondary School, Ghulam Rasool, Jia Khan
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif interacting with the students after inaugurating the new building of Govt Boys Secondary School, Ghulam Rasool, Jia Khan.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif interacting with the students after inaugurating the new building of Govt Boys Secondary School, Ghulam Rasool, Jia Khan.
Paigham-e-Pakistan, a comprehensive doctrine to promote interfaith harmony: Aftab Durrani
ISLAMABAD, Jan 4 (APP): Secretary Religious Affairs Dr Aftab Akbar Durrani on Wednesday said Paigham-e-Pakistan was a comprehensive doctrine that was signed by 7,000 Pakistani religious scholars along with Imam-e-Kaba and Mufti-e-Azam of Turkiye, Egypt, and Indonesia.
He, in an exclusive talk with APP, said the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony was proud of the preparation of Paigham-e-Pakistan and it would use all available resources for its promotion to yield positive results in the society.
Aftab Durrani said the unified national narrative of Paigham-e-Pakistan was becoming a great source of creating a peaceful coexistence, tolerant and moderate Islamic society. He said it rejected all forms of terrorism, bigotry, hatred and intolerance.
“The elements who harm innocent people, women and children in the name of religion have nothing to do with humanity,” he added.
The secretary said the state formed in the name of Islam was facing many internal and external challenges.
The religion of Islam and the Constitution guaranteed the protection of life, property and honor of all minorities, he added.
He said that there was no example in the history of Islam of using the jurisprudential and academic differences of ‘Masalik’ for sectarianism.
He urged the administrators of mass media, mosques, schools, and madras to play their role in promoting the ‘Message of Pakistan’ for the promotion of social harmony.
Zardari felicitates supporters on ZAB’s birth anniversary
ISLAMABAD, Jan 4 (APP):President Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday felicitated the supporters of the Party on the birth anniversary of the founding chairman of Pakistan Peoples Party Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.
Quaid-e-Awam was still ruling over the hearts of millions of people even after 43 years of his judicial killing, he said in his message issued by his office.
President Zardari said the graves of the murderers of the people’s leader, Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and those who were involved in his assassination conspiracy were deserted.
President Zardari said Quaid-e-Awam was a gift bestowed upon the people that had been oppressed and exploited for a long time and added that Quaid-e-Awam taught the people how to think, speak and live with dignity.
He said the Quaid-e-Awam clashed with the powerful forces of the world for Pakistan’s nuclear capability.
Asif Ali Zardari said that Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto gave right to have a passport to every citizen, so they could make their country proud in any corner of the world.
ISSI Bids Farewell to Ambassador Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry
ISLAMABAD, Jan 4 (APP):The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) bid a fond farewell to Ambassador Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry upon the completion of his term as Director-General.
Ambassador Aizaz Chaudhry joined the ISSI in June 2018, following his retirement from the Foreign Service of Pakistan after having served as Ambassador to the United States and earlier as Foreign Secretary.
During his tenure, the Institute undertook extensive reforms, upgraded the infrastructure, and established four centers of excellence. Ambassador Chaudhry launched several new initiatives and strengthened the policy advocacy role.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Talat Shabbir, Director (Admin)/CPSC, Malik Qasim Mustafa, Director (ACDC), Ms. Amina Khan, Director (CAMEA), Dr. Arshad Ali, Director (ISC), Dr. Neelum Nigar, Director (CSP), and several other Research Fellows/Research Associates shared their rich work experiences with Ambassador Chaudhry and highlighted the progress achieved in research and dialogue under his stewardship.
Chairman ISSI’s Board of Governors Ambassador Khalid Mahmood lauded the contribution of Ambassador Aizaz Chaudhry in enhancing the quality of the Institute’s research activities as well as enlarging its outreach and policy input role.
He also appreciated his role in the uplifting of the Institute’s premises. Ambassador Chaudhry was less of a boss and more a mentor to his ISSI colleagues, Ambassador Khalid Mahmood added.
Former Foreign Secretary and the new Director General of ISSI, Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, lauded Ambassador Aizaz Chaudhry’s dedicated efforts that had led to the Institute’s enhanced profile and trajectory.
While wishing Ambassador Aizaz Chaudhry the best in his future endeavours, Ambassador Sohail Mahmood expressed the hope that the Institute would continue to benefit from his support and wise guidance.
In his valedictory address, Ambassador Aizaz Chaudhry spoke fondly about his tenure as the DG ISSI.
He said hard-working research faculty and administration staff were a source of strength for the Institute. He added that the Institute was set to scale new heights in both its research work and outreach efforts. Ambassador Aizaz Chaudhry appreciated the dedication and efforts of his team members and thanked them for their valuable support to him in fulfilling his duties as the Director-General.