People’s power protected democracy in Turkey: Pervaiz

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ISLAMABAD, July 16 (APP): Minister for Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage Senator Pervaiz Rashid Saturday said Turkey has become the first Muslim country that has foiled martial law attempt with the help and support of the people and it was made possible due to democracy.

Thwarting the military coup with the power of the masses is
also good gesture for all Islamic countries and Turkey deserve congratulations for this, he said talking to PTV.

He commended the people of Turkey for thwarting the military coup attempt and protecting the democratic system.

The minister said people of Turkey deserve congratulations
from muslim countries including Pakistan and all other countries of the world who support democracy.

He said democracy has delivered in Pakistan but
unfortunately military regimes ruled for about 40 years of the country causing huge damage to the country.

Democratic government gave constitution to the country, he
said adding constitution that represents integrity and unity of
the federation.

He said it was democratic government which took bold
initiatives and played leading role to root out terrorism from the country.

People across the world also want to bring change through
the power of vote after the elected governments complete their term, he said adding that change by the power of gun has been rejected by the people of Turkey.

He said continuity of the democratic system was needed to
strengthen democracy and foil attempts to impose martial law.

Democratic struggle is at initial stages in many countries.
Turkish nation has set an example by foiling martial law
attempt and it is an act to be liked and followed, Pervaiz said.

The minister said every country has the right to devise
foreign policy in its national interest and it should consist of
internal interests of the country which include peace, development and prosperity.

Pakistan was divided during military rule, terrorism and
energy crises in the country were also result of dictatorship, he said.

Pervaiz Rashid said that international organizations are
acknowledging today that Pakistan’s economy is speedily
progressing and country’s reserves have touched record level of $23 billion.

He said energy projects have been started by the democratic government to fulfil energy demands. Mega investment of $46 billion under China-Pakistan Economic Corridor was also fruit of democracy in the country.

He said there are political parties in Pakistan which have
sacrificed to strengthen democracy in the country.

During PTI and PAT stage in at D-chowk, they attempted to
attack Parliament House and other state organizations. All
political parties got united in the Parliament and foiled their
attempt to derail democracy, he recalled.

The minister said difference of opinion is considered beauty
of the democracy and it is democracy which grants this right to the people.

He said all political parties and the masses are united when
it comes to safeguard democracy in the country as both have passed through may phases to strengthen democracy.

Pervaiz said people are well aware of the damages done by
the military rules and there is nobody in the country who support dictators.

However, he said, there could be some elements who support dictatorship like those who attempted to take over the government in Turkey.

The minister said morale of democratic forces would be
boosted after seeing bravery of Turkish people.

He said spirit of the Turkish people is applaudable as they
came to streets on the call of their leader and gave sacrifice of their lives to save democracy.

When PTI had organised a sit-in at D-chowk, routine life
was running as normal in the country and even in Islamabad city because people of Pakistan were not interested in doing politics of sit ins and conspiracies and damage to democracy, he said.

He said Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif was sent to exile by a
military ruler but when he returned, the masses once again elected him to serve. People of Pakistan are united for democracy in Pakistan, he added.

There is a lot of change in Pakistan as compared to the
situation in 2013 when we came into power, he said adding that a number of steps were taken by the government under leadership of Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif that have put the country on track to progress and prosperity.

Sartaj underlines need for addressing root causes of terrorism

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ULAANBAATAR (Mongolia), Jul 16 (APP): Adviser to the Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz Saturday underscored the need for addressing the root causes of terrorism as part of any strategy to counter it.

The Adviser attended a Retreat session of the 11th Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) Summit here in which a wide range of regional and international issues were discussed by the leaders from Asia and Europe.

He also stressed upon addressing the prolonged and
unresolved conflicts like Kashmir and Palestine.

Sartaj spoke on the issue of global terrorism and said
that despite international efforts to counter terrorism over
the past fifteen years, the phenomenon had become more complex and gruesome with home grown terrorists, foreign fighters, ISIL and lone wolf attacks by radicalized youth.

The widespread use of social media by terrorists to
spread their message was becoming a major problem, he noted.

The Adviser emphasized that Pakistan, one of the biggest
victims of terrorism, had been at the forefront of efforts to
counter the menace of terrorism.

The complexity of the challenge demanded enhanced and
shared understanding, and deeper dialogue among countries,
cultures and civilizations.

Ulaanbaatar Declaration was also adopted as an outcome
document of the Summit, in which the participating leaders
from Asia and Europe renewed their political will and strong
resolve to work together to promote mutually beneficial
partnership and cooperation between the two continents, with a view to building a better future for the peoples of Asia and Europe.

The leaders and participating delegations attended the
nomadic Naadam Festival.

On this occasion, Sartaj Aziz was presented a native
Mongolian breed horse by President of Mongolia Tsakhiagiin
Elbegdorj which was named `Rustam’ by the Adviser.

The event was rounded off with a gala dinner hosted by
the President of Mongolia, followed by performance of
Mongolian culture.

Breathing blockage caused Qandeel’s death: autopsy

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Qandeel murder: Accussed sent to Lahore for polygraphic, DNA test

MULTAN, July 16 (APP): The autopsy report of model Qandeel Baloch showed that blockage of breathing, did cause her death.

According to police sources, the body of model Qandeel was
shifted to Nishtar Hospital Multan for autopsy.

The alleged killer strangled her by blocking her breathing
with hands. The marks of nails and fingers were found on her
neck, but there were no torture marks on other body parts.

According to the autopsy report, the death occurred between 15 to 36 previous hours.

Meanwhile, the name of another brother of Qandeel, Aslam
Shaheen, had been added to the FIR. As per initial report,
the main suspect, Waseem, was not happy with her joining the showbiz world.

In a fit of anger, he allegedly strangled her on pursuation
of his brother Aslam Shaheen.

Police have also added Section 109 to the FIR.

Trials to select football probables for team of Private Universities concluded

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PESHAWAR, July 16 (APP): A trials to select probables for the team of Private Universities concluded here at Qayyum Sports Complex on Saturday with more than 50 players from nine Private Universities took part.

Former International footballer and national team skipper and coach Gohar Zaman supervised the trials as head selector. Members of the sports committee from all participating nine Universities and Director Sports Pakistan Sports Board Coaching Center Mumtaz Ahmad Nadeem were also present during the trials.

The players of the nine private Universities comprising Sarhad University, Iqra University, National University, Abaseen University, City University, CECOSE University, Northern University took part in the trials.

Out of the participating probables 20 were short-listed for the camp for one week before finalizing final 12 members teams. The selected team will represent Private Universities team in the Football event to be played at Malaysia from August 23.

Talking to APP, Director PSB Coaching Centre Mumtaz Ahmad Nadeem said that there is more talent of various games in the Private Universities. He also lauded the efforts management of the Private Universities to come forward by selecting a team to represent Chartered University Forum of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the forthcoming International Football event. He said with the international exposure, more talented players would come up to represent Pakistan at national and international levels.

Pakistan, Mongolia to further promote bilateral ties

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ULAANBAATAR (Mongolia), Jul 16 (APP): Pakistan and Mongolia have decided to explore new avenues of cooperation in the economic, commercial, cultural and educational fields.

It was agreed in a meeting between Adviser to the Prime
Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz and Minister for
Foreign Affairs of Mongolia L.Purevsuren held here on the
fringes of 11th Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) Summit.

Sartaj said both countries could explore cooperation in
the areas of agriculture and livestock, health, science and
technology and human resource development through specialized training programmes.

Both sides also agreed to enhance people-to-people
contacts as well as academic and scholarly interaction between the two countries.

It was further agreed to enhance mutual cooperation
between the two countries at multilateral fora.

Recognizing the importance of regional connectivity for
economic benefits Sartaj Aziz and Purevsuren stressed the need to promote trans-boundary energy and infrastructure projects.

While reviewing the regional developments, they
underscored the importance of cooperative and collaborative
approaches for promoting peace and stability.

The Adviser thanked the Mongolian Foreign Minister for
the warm welcome and hospitality extended to Pakistan’s
delegation and commended excellent arrangements made for the ASEM Summit.

PM Sharif strongly condemns coup attempt in Turkey

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ISLAMABAD, July 16 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Saturday strongly condemned the attempt to undermine democracy by a failed coup in Turkey and reaffirmed full support to its democratic institutions.

A statement released by the PM House quoted the Prime Minister as saying “we deeply admire the resolve of the brave and resilient Turkish people, who stood up against the forces of darkness and anarchy to express their support and commitment to democracy.”

The Prime Minister in his remarks on the failed coup attempt
in Turkey said “we express our complete support and solidarity with President Erdogan, the democratically elected government of Turkey and the democratic institutions of Turkey.”

Pakistan reaffirms its abiding interest in a democratic,
peaceful and stable Turkey, the Prime Minister said.

“We wish to convey our prayers and good wishes for President Erdogan’s well-being and welfare of the people of Turkey as well as the unity of the Islamic Ummah.”

The Prime Minister said Pakistan highly values its strong and
historic ties with Turkey.

He said Pakistan deeply appreciates President Erdogan’s
steadfast support as also the support of the people of Turkey to Pakistan on all occasions, whenever the need arose.

“I wish to reaffirm full support of the Government and people
of Pakistan to the elected Leadership and Government and the people of Turkey,” the Prime Minister said.

PM directs necessary steps for stranded Pakistanis in Istanbul

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PM condoles demise of Meraj Muhammad Khan

ISLAMABAD, July 16 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif on Saturday directed the authorities concerned for taking all possible steps to help the stranded Pakistanis in
Istanbul, Turkey.

The Prime Minister also directed the authorities for making all efforts to bring back those stranded in Istanbul and if required, the arrangements for special flights should be made, said a press release.

The Pakistan Embassy in Istanbul was also directed to
adequately look after the expatriates.

Rain-thunderstorm likely at upper region in next 24 hours

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ISLAMABAD, July 16, (APP): Rain-thunderstorm with isolated
heavy falls is expected at a number of places in upper region of the country at upper Khaber Pakhtukhwa, Punjab, Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan and FATA in next 24 hours.

Rainfall is likely at KP in Malakand, Hazara, Peshawar,
Mardan, Kohat, Bannu, D.I.Khan divisions, FATA, Islamabad, Upper Punjab at Sargodha, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Sahiwal, Lahore divisions, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir, while at isolated places in south Punjab aat Multan, D.G.Khan and Bahawalpur divisions.

Heavy downpour may generate Flash/Urban Flooding and
landslides in vulnerable areas of Upper KP, GB, Northeast Punjab and Kashmir.

Seasonal low lies over north Balochistan with its trough
extending eastwards. Monsoon currents are also penetrating upper and central parts of the country. A westerly wave is also affecting upper parts of the country and likely to persist during next 3 days, an official of Met office told APP.

In last 24 hours rain-thunderstorm occurred at scattered
places in upper Punjab, Islamabad, upper KP, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir.

Rainfall recorded during this timespan remained Gujranwala
68mm, Islamabad (Bokra 37mm, Golra 27mm, Zero Point 16mm, Saidpur 04mm,) Rawalpindi (Shamsabad 30mm, Chaklala 19mm), M.B.Din, Johrabad 30mm, Mangla 16mm, Chakwal 15mm, Sialkot (Cantt 08mm, A/P 06mm),
Gujrat 06mm, Sargodha 05mm, Jhelum 04mm, Lahore (A/P) 02mm, Murree and Jhang 01mm, Saidu Sharif 23mm, Kohat 22mm, D.I.Khan 20mm, Abbotabad 05mm, Malamjabba 04mm, Lower Dir 02mm, Kalam 01mm,
Garidupatta 05mm, Kotli 02mm, Rawalakot 01mm, 18mm and Bunji 05mm.

Maximum Temperatures recorded on Saturday were Sibbi, Larkana 44øC, Dadu, Panjgur, Rahimyarkhan, Turbat 43øC, Multan 39øC , Peshawar, Quetta, Faisalabad 38øC, Lahore 36øC, Islamabad, Hyderabad 35øC, Karachi, Chitral 34øC, Kalat, Muzaffarabad, Kalat 33 øC, Gilgit 32øC, Dir 30øC, Skardu 27øC, Hunza 24øC and Murree 23øC.

SBP to issue Rs 50 coin in memory of late Edhi

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ISLAMABAD, Jul 16 (APP): The State Bank of Pakistan would issue a commemorative coin of Rs. 50 in memory of late Abdul Sattar Edhi as a small token of appreciation to remember him in the history of Pakistan.

SBP Ashraf Mahmood Wathra announced this while addressing to a `condolence’ gathering to pay tributes to late Abdul Sattar Edhi who served the needy, the orphans, the widows and the destitute by rising above the considerations of caste, color and creed.

The event was attended by senior management of the bank, son of late Abdul Sattar Edhi Faisal Edhi, representatives of financial sector, philanthropists and notables of the society, said SBP statement.

Paying tributes to late Abdul Sattar Edhi Governor State Bank said social welfare is no ordinary feat nor it is impossible to achieve. He said developing countries generally face lack of welfare facilities and private sector in such countries fills the void.

He complemented late Abdul Sattar Edhi for being among the first ones to come forward for the cause of humanity in the country.

Governor further added, “though there is no dearth of welfare organizations in this country but late Edhi stands apart with the rest of organizations as he did not seek elaborate gatherings for fund raising, rather he depended upon common people of Pakistan for this purpose”.
He went on to add that this approach is symbolic of the philosophy of `help yourself’ and understanding pain and anguish of each other.

Governor recalled that services rendered by Edhi have been recognized locally as well as internationally. He felt proud of being a member of Jinnah Society when it conferred upon an award to Edhi for his outstanding services.

He urged upon the members of financial services, presidents of commercial banks and other high ranking officials present there to come forward and fully cooperate with Edhi Foundation and other social welfare organizations under Corporate Social Responsibility thus enabling them to continue the work of social welfare.

Liaquat Merchant, President, Jinnah Society while recounting services of Edhi Sahab said he was at the forefront to serve humanity in any eventuality. He added that late Edhi was legend in his life time and perhaps people like him born in 100 years time.

Chairman, Pakistan Banks Association, Aftab Manzoor called late Edhi as the greatest humanitarian and beacon of hope in face of every distress and calamity. He prayed Allah to grant him the highest place in Jannah.

At the end, son of late Abdul Sattar Edhi, Faisal Edhi said though Edhi Sahab has gone but his memories and mission is with us. He said the love extended by people from
everywhere to us this time has no example and prayed that this love and prayers remain with them for the successful achievement of the mission of Edhi Sahab.

Faisal Edhi recounted that recently Sikhs, Christians, Hindus as well as Muslims belonging to various sects were present at the residence/office of late Edhi and all of them prayed together for his magfirat and success of his mission and said that after seeing them I am sure that his mission cannot be stopped.

Faisal Edhi requested the public to donate Rs1 each to acquire 100 large ambulances because the existing fleet of ambulances is consisting of old and small ambulances and in case of any catastrophe they would be unable to serve the humanity adequately.

He said he will start this mission of resource generation from Quaid’s mausoleum soon and come to the common men. He also requested the public to start donating their body organ and participate in a scheme being launched by SIUT.

New book “Story of the Four Saints” published

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ISLAMABAD, Jul 16 (APP): National Book Foundation (NBF) has published a new english book “Story of the Four Saints” here on Saturday.

The book was the translation from the Persian literature book “Qisa Chahar Darwesh”. ‘Qisa Chahar Darwesh’ compiled by Mir Amaan Dehlvi is a collection of allegorical stories by Amir Khusro written in Persian in the late 13th century.

Mir Amman translated it from Persian into everyday Urdu, under the title Bagh o Bahar and now NBF translated it in English.

The central character is a king, Azad Bakht, who falls into depression after thinking about his own mortality and so sets out from his palace seeking wise men.

The 104 pages new book would be available in all bookshops of NBF with prize of Rs 150. The readers club members would be given 55 per cent discount and pay only Rs 68.

Pakistan not to tolerate Indian brutalities in Kashmir: Kirmani

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HAJEERA (AJK), July 16 (APP): Advisor to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs Dr Asif Kirmani Saturday said Pakistan would not tolerate brutalities of the Modi government and killings of the Kshmiris and observe Black Day on July 20 against the barbarity of its army.

Addressing a public meeting here, he said a few days back
across the Line of Control the rogue Indian army martyred about 40 brave, honourable and courageous freedom loving Kashmiris.

“I want to tell the Modi government that they martyred Burhan Wani but now from every house of Kashmir a Burhan Wani will emerge.

We will not tolerate the violence of Indian government.”
He said Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif condemned the killings of Kashmiris and instructed the representative of Pakistan at the United Nations to raise the issue of Indian oppression in held Kashmir.

He said the Prime Minister chaired a special cabinet meeting
on the issue of atrocities against the Kashmiris. Pictures of
situation in Kashmir were shown in the meeting and everybody was grieved, he added.

He said the Prime Minister instructed the Foreign Office
to raise the issue in all the world capitals and the United Nations, with the message that Pakistanis would not tolerate the killing of Kashmiris.

The Advisor said on Friday protest demonstrations were held
across Pakistan to mark the Day of Condemnation against the brutalities being perpetrated by rogue Indian army in Kashmir.

On Monday, he said, the Day of Accession of Kashmir to
Pakistan would be observed while on Tuesday Black Day would be marked to protest against the rogue army of India.
On these days, Pakistanis would protest against the oppression and brutality of India, he added.

“The rogue Indian army is continuing to spill blood of our
Kashmiri brothers.”

The Advisor said hundreds of thousands of Kashmiris had been killed and the day was not far off when the people of Kashmir would see the morning of freedom.

“India cannot stop the freedom movement of Kashmir.”
Kirmani said Kashmir, which was an international issue, was made a bilateral issue with India during the period of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, who claimed to fight with India for 1000 years.

Before coming to Kashmir, Bilawal Bhutto should first get
knowledge of the history of the region, he added.

He said the Abdul Majeed government had nothing to show for its performance in five years as the PPP did nothing to bring change in the lives of the people.

“Vote is a trust and democracy is a system under which the
government brings progress and prosperity,” he said adding the leaders of sitting government of PPP only filled their coffers.

Every penny of the government kitty was right of the Kashmiris, he added.

He said Rs 30 billion was given by the federal government during last three years for all districts of AJK but the amount was siphoned off by the PPP government.

He said the PML-N after forming its government would create economic and investment opportunities in Azad Kashmir.

He said Nawaz Sharif would build a prosperous Azad Kashmir as per his vision.

Nawaz Sharif made the Kashmir issue prominent and highlighted it at the United Nations and became its advocate, he added.

“We will give back rights to the Kashmiris and spend on
progress and prosperity of Kashmir.”

He said the politics of PPP was taking its last breath and
after success of PML-N in polls, its politics would sink and
Abdul Majeed government would fall.

He urged the party supporters to follow Nawaz’s message of
peace and avoid getting provoked by the Abdul Majeed government which had turned violent.

The federal ministers, he said, were threatened of dire
consequences when they came to Kashmir and violence was committed against the PML-N workers in Bagh, Nakial and two of its workers were killed.

PML-N candidate Chaudhry Aziz was injured with bullets, he
added.

He said on one side Abdul Majeed was killing the PML-N workers and on the other Modi was killing people in held Kashmir.

“We do not believe in violence,” he said. “We do not
accept the fake inquiry against the killings of PMLN workers.”

Kirmani said PTI chief Imran Khan had stopped progress of
Pakistan for six months while standing on a container so he could be a well-wisher of Kashmiris as well.

He said urged the Kashmiris to vote for PML-N on July 21.

After the victory in election, he said, “I will invite you to
the Kohala Bridge and we will enter the Prime Minister House in Muzaffarabad with a victory rally and we will install a worker of Nawaz Sharif as Prime Minister.”

Kashmir issue being vociferously raised at world fora: Maleeha

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ISLAMABAD, July 16 (APP): Pakistan Ambassador to the
United Nations Dr Maleeha Lodhi Saturday said Pakistan was very firmly raising the grave human rights violations in the Indian Occupied Kashmir (IOK).

It was urging the world community to play its role for
the earliest resolution of the Kashmir issue in line with the
wishes of the Kashmiri people and the UN resolutions, she added.

Maleeha Lodhi, in a private news channel programme, said
the recent wave of suppression and aggression by the Indian
occupational forces in the valley was an illegitimate attempt
to quell Kashmiris’ right to self-determination.

Despite Indian atrocities, she said, the Kashmiri people
were determined to continue their struggle for freedom and had been waging the struggle against the foreign forces in the last 70 years.

Maleeha said implementation of the UN resolutions was
the only way to solve the long-standing issue.

She said under the direction of the Prime Minister, the
international community at the United Nations was being kept abreast with the latest situation in the IOK.

The ongoing Indian atrocities were alarming for the
whole region, she said, adding that she also conveyed to the
UN General Secretary, Pakistan’s serious concern over the
human rights violations in the IOK.

India was being pressurized to resolve the issue through
effective diplomacy at the international fora, she added.

Maleeha lamented that India was neither ready to talk to
Pakistan over the issue nor was serious in implementing the UN resolutions.

India even did not respond to the UN Secretary General’s
offer to mediate over the issue, she added.

To a query, she said Pakistan would continue its diplomatic
and moral support to the Kashmiris’ right to self-determination and just cause for freedom.

Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UN said India was levelling
false allegations to divert attention from the grave situation
in the IOK, but it would have to come to the table for the
peaceful resolution of the issue.

She said Pakistan’s role against terrorism was also
lauded at the world fora and the international community
acknowledged its sacrifices.

Case registered against brother of Qandeel Baloch

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MULTAN, July 16 (APP): Muzaffarabad police have
registered a murder case against the brother of model
Qandeel Baloch.

The case was registered agaisnt the accused, Waseem, on
an application of Qandeel Baloch’s father Muhammad Azeem.

Talking to APP on Saturday, SP Cantt Saifullah Khattak
said the case No 439 had been registered under section 302.

He said more names might be added in the case after
arresting the accused.

Coup attempt foiled by Turkish people in unity, solidarity: Embassy

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Fethullah Gulen terrorists to be trialed for coup attempt: Turkey

ISLAMABAD, Jul 16 (APP): The Turkish Embassy in Islamabad Saturday said that the situation unfolded in Turkey was a coup attempt to overthrow the democratically-elected government.

“This attempt was foiled by the Turkish people in unity and
solidarity. Our President and Government are in charge,” according to a statement issued by the Turkish embassy here.

The embassy said the Turkish armed forces were not involved in the coup attempt in its entirety. It was conducted by a clique within the armed forces and received a well-deserved response from our nation, it added.

Pakistan’s economic policies, sacrifices in anti-terror operations lauded

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ISLAMABAD, Jul 16 (APP): The EU High Representative for
Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Federica Mogherini and foreign ministers of Portugal, Romania and Denmark Saturday acknowledged Pakistan’s sacrifices and key role in the fight against terrorism and lauded the successes achieved in counter-terrorism operations.

They expressed these views in their bilateral meetings with
the Adviser to the Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs, Sartaj Aziz on the sidelines of the 11th ASEM Summit in Ulaanbaatar Mongolia, which concluded on July 16, 2016, said a press release received here.

They also appreciated Pakistan’s sound policies for economic
revival and expressed their desire to strengthen trade and
investment cooperation with Pakistan.

In his meeting with Mogherini, the Adviser briefed her on the
positive developments in Pakistan including successful military operation Zarb-e- Azb, improved performance of economy and reforms in the social sector.

The dignitaries also discussed matters relating to GSP plus
concessions, Readmission Agreement between Pakistan and EU, as wells as avenues for future cooperation.

Mogherini lauded Pakistan’s contribution to fight against
terrorism and its efforts for peace and reconciliation in
Afghanistan. She expressed hope that Pakistan would continue to play its crucial role in this regard.

In meetings with the Foreign Ministers of Romania, Portugal
and Denmark, the Adviser reviewed bilateral relations and exchanged views on important regional and international issues.

He stressed that successful outcome of the Zarb-e-Azb military operation had created an enabling environment for economic growth and investments in Pakistan, providing an opportunity for these countries to explore Pakistan’s vast market potential.

They agreed to reinvigorate bilateral cooperation with greater focus on expanding trade, education and cultural ties.
The recent unfortunate events in Indian Occupied Kashmir also came under discussion with the Adviser emphasizing the need to respect the human rights of the Kashmiri people.

The question of Pakistan’s NSG membership was also taken up by the Adviser with the Foreign Ministers of these countries.

Turkish people defeated dark forces, defended their rights: Khawaja Asif

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ISLAMABAD, Jul 16 (APP): Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has said on Saturday that Turkish people have defeated the dark forces and defended their right to rule.

While talking to a private news channel, he said Turkish
people have come out in streets challenging attempt to subvert democracy and martial law is not rule of law.

The Minister said Muslim countries need democracy to
overcome their challenges.

Model Qandeel Baloch allegedly killed by her brother

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MULTAN, July 16 (APP): Model Qandeel Baloch allegedly killed by her brother in Green town area in the limits of Muzaffarabad police station.

According to police here on Saturday, Azeem the father of model Qandeel Baloch informed the police this morning that his son Waseem has allegedly killed his sister Qandeel Baloch.

On information police reached the spot and took the body into its custody and shifted to Nishtar hospital for autopsy.

Meanwhile, CPO Azhar Akram told the journalists, according to initial investigation, the model was strangled to death last night by her brother Waseem.

He said that police was investigating to know the reason of
murder while things would be cleared after postmortem report.

Elected govt, people foiled coup in Turkey: Fatemi

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ISLAMABAD, Jul 16 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime
Minister on Foreign Affairs Syed Tariq Fatemi Saturday said
with the support of its people, a democratically elected
government in Turkey foiled the coup.

Expressing his views in a Tv talkshow hosted by a
private Tv network, Fatemi said Pakistan and Turkey enjoyed deep historic bonds.

To a query, he stressed that Islam firmly believed in
democracy.

The PM’s Special Assistant opined that with certain
challenges, the democratic system always went on
strengthening, with surge in rule of law and concept of
representation.

Estimated 263 million children, youth now out of school: UN

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UNITED NATIONS, July 16 (APP): The United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) reported Friday that some 263 million children and youth, equivalent to about a quarter of the population of Europe, are out of school from primary to upper secondary levels with sub-Saharan Africa having the highest rates of exclusion.

“Countries have promised to provide every child with a primary and secondary education by 2030. These new findings show the hard work ahead if we are to reach this goal,” UNESCO Director-General Irina Bokova said.

“Our focus must be on inclusion from the earliest age and right through the learning cycle, on policies that address the barriers at every stage, with special attention to girls who still face the greatest disadvantage.”

A new paper, Leaving no one behind: How far on the way to universal primary and secondary education?, released jointly by the agency’s Institute for Statistics and the Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report, finds that the total number includes about 61 million children of primary school age (6-11 years), 60 million of lower secondary age (12-14 years), and about 142 million of upper secondary school age (15-17 years). This is the first-ever study to estimate of those at the secondary school age.

Sub-Saharan Africa, with the lowest numbers, had over a fifth of children of primary school age, followed by a third of youths in the lower secondary age, and almost 60 per cent of youths in the upper secondary age out of schools.

Globally, 35 per cent (22 million) of all out-of-school children of primary education age, 25 per cent of all adolescents of lower secondary age (15 million), and 18 per cent (26 million) of all out-of-school youths of upper secondary age live in areas affected by conflict.

It further noted that, in general, 15 to 17-year-olds are four times as likely to be out of school as are children aged 6 to 11, partly because primary and lower secondary education are compulsory in nearly every country, while upper secondary school is not.

“At the same time, these youths are often of legal working age. Many have no choice but to work while others try to combine going to school with employment,” said the statement.

The paper also found that despite efforts made and progress achieved over the past two decades, 15 million girls of primary school age will never get the chance to learn to read or write in primary school compared to about 10 million boys. Over half of these girls, some nine million, live in sub-Saharan Africa.

It noted that poverty creates an additional barrier for girls. In Northern Africa and Western Asia, according to the GEM Report’s analysis, gaps are far wider among the poorest in the region.

Only 85 girls for every 100 boys of lower secondary school age attend school. Among those of upper secondary school age, only 77 of the poorest girls for every 100 of the poorest boys attend.

Sadiq raises Kashmiris issue with Speaker House of Lords

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Sadiq raises Kashmiris issue with Speaker House of Lords

ISLAMABAD, Jul 16 (APP): Speaker National Assembly
Sardar Ayaz Sadiq during his meeting with Baroness D’Souza, Speaker of the House of Lords, United Kingdom raised the issue of recent escalation of violence in the Indian Occupied Kashmir (IOK).

Expressing serious concern on the killing of innocent
Kashmiris by the Indian forces, he sought the Lord Speaker’s
good offices in bringing an end to the human rights violations
The Speaker also expressed satisfaction on the existing
level of cooperation between the Parliaments of the two
countries.

He emphasized on further enhancing parliamentary
exchanges through exchange visits, seminars and conferences, said a message received here on Saturday.

The Speaker was accompanied by Pakistan High
Commissioner to the United Kingdom Syed Ibne Abbas.

Apprising Baroness D’Souza on the parliamentary best
practices, the Speaker briefed her on the functioning of the
various Committees in the National Assembly of Pakistan.

Offering condolences on the tragic murder of Labour MP
Jo Cox, the Speaker emphasized the need for countering the
extremist narrative spreading across theworld including
Europe.

He said that the international community must respond
collectively to the threat.

He also updated the Lord Speaker on the improved
security and economic situation in Pakistan.

The Lord Speaker welcomed the growing cooperation
between the two Parliaments.

She agreed on enhancing parliamentary cooperation with
particular focus to empower women and young members of the Parliament.

She also appreciated the steps taken by the Government
of Pakistan to consolidate democracy and assured UK’s support to the democratic institutions in Pakistan.

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