December 2025
PMD signs contract for advanced automatic weather stations under World Bank–funded project
Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) signed a contract for the installation of Advanced Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) under the World Bank–funded Hydromet Project in line with the vision of the Prime Minister to strengthen a climate change–responsive early warning system. Through the Hydromet Project, PMD has initiated the full-scale implementation of enhanced early warning mechanisms across […]
Pakistan, European Investment Bank sign declaration to advance Karachi Sewage Water Project
The Government of Pakistan and the European Investment Bank (EIB) on Wednesday signed a declaration to advance a major project aimed at improving sewage and wastewater management in Karachi.The declaration was signed on the sidelines of the 15th Pakistan–EU Joint Commission being held in Brussels from December 15–17 by Secretary, Ministry of Economic Affairs, Muhammad […]
Shaza Fatima for preparation of skilled human sources aligned with future requirements
Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja has emphasized the preparation of a skilled human resource aligned with future requirements under the Prime Minister’s Digital Nation Pakistan vision.She expressed these views while presiding over the seventh meeting of the National Committee on ICT Skills and Capacity Development here Wednesday, said a press release.The […]
Finance Minister inaugurates Centre for Government Data Analytics in AGP
Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday emphasized adopting modern technologies of data analysis including machine learning, AI-based auditing and use of bots for performing analytical functions. Addressing the inaugural ceremony of the Center for Government Data Analytics at Auditor-General of Pakistan Headquarter, the minister appreciated the establishment of center. He advised […]
France, Pakistan sign work plan to allow seed potato exports
France and Pakistan on Wednesday signed a work plan that sets phytosanitary requirements for the export of seed potatoes from France to Pakistan, marking a new step in agricultural cooperation between the two countries. The agreement aims to support crop production in Pakistan by allowing access to certified planting material while ensuring plant health standards. […]
Leghari seeks ADB support to tackle power sector debt, boost investor confidence
Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari on Wednesday sought the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) support in addressing power sector debt repayment challenges, and in building confidence among private investors. The minister expressed these views during a meeting with a high-level ADB delegation led by Ms. Leah Gutierrez, Director General, Central and West […]
Russia-Pakistan Eurasian Forum 2025 underscores bilateral cooperation
MOSCOW: The speakers at the opening session of the two-day Russia-Pakistan Eurasian Forum 2025, held from December 16-17 at University of World Civilization (UWC) here, on Tuesday, underscored the significance of public diplomacy, bilateral cooperation and shared avenues of mutual development between the two nations and the region. The event, under the auspices of Pakistan […]
NA body expresses concern on complaints about quality of internet services
ISLAMABAD: The 18th meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Information Technology & Telecommunication chaired by Chairman, MNA Syed Amin ul Haq on Tuesday expressed dissatisfaction over the performance of Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and observed that the complaints were raising regarding quality of internet services in every meeting. During the meeting, the committee […]
Pakistan firmly committed to objectives of the SAARC Charter: Iftikhar Ali Malik
LAHORE: SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry former President Iftikhar Ali Malik Monday said Pakistan fully remained firmly committed to objectives of the SAARC Charter, and genuine regional cooperation based on sovereign equality, mutual respect, and constructive pursuits mandatory for unlocking South Asia’s vast socio-economic potential. In a special message here today on the 40th […]
Business Community, FPCCI, felicitates Indonesia President, two days visit to Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Dec 07 (APP):Business Community and Federation Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) on Sunday felicitated the President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto two days visit to Pakistan starting from December 8th to 9th 2025. President Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Atif Ikram Sheikh, while talking to APP here, termed the two-day […]