39 m. ago PM disposes of rumors President Zardari resigning to clear way for COAS’s presidential bid

Field Marshal Asim Munir has no desire to become president, nor is there any such plan in the offing: Premier PM Shehbaz terms all such claims ‘mere speculations,’ saying COAS has no political ambitions ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday dismissed rumors circulating in the media suggesting that President Asif Ali Zardari might resign […]

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6 h. ago PM Shehbaz: Fired corrupt officers despite countrywide pressure

ISLAMABAD, July 12 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif revealed on Friday that he dismissed several corrupt and incompetent officers from top government posts despite receiving “calls from across the country” requesting favors. Speaking to students at the Uraan Pakistan Summer Internship Program, he emphasized that his government would not tolerate corruption, no matter the pressure. […]

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7 h. ago “Serve or step aside”: PM Shehbaz sends strong message on governance

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday that failure to serve the nation will not go unaccounted for. He made these remarks while addressing students selected for the Uraan Pakistan summer scholars program in Islamabad. The PM praised the initiative, calling it a great step to connect with youth across the country. He shared his […]

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8 h. ago Hydel profit dispute threatens KP’s budget — CM urges PM to act now

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has asked Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to resolve the long-standing Net Hydel Profit (NHP) dispute. The disagreement is between KP province, other provinces, and Wapda, Pakistan’s water and power authority. Gandapur emphasized the urgent need to clear Rs75 billion in overdue payments to KP. Gandapur reminded the Prime […]

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25 h. ago Dillydallying in Dr Aafia case may land the PM and cabinet in contempt of court: IHC

Court expresses displeasure over govt’s failure to submit a report regarding its refusal to assist in Dr Aafia’s case before a US court ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday warned of initiating contempt of court proceedings against Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and members of the Federal cabinet over the government’s failure to submit […]

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31 h. ago President and PM rally for family planning to secure Pakistan’s future

On World Population Day, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged citizens to adopt responsible parenthood and family planning. They emphasized the urgent need to control Pakistan’s fast-growing population to ensure sustainable development and better quality of life. The day aims to highlight the impact of population growth on resources, health, and […]

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35 h. ago DPM Ishaq Dar meets Malaysian PM, pledges to strengthen Pakistan

PUTRAJAYA – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Friday during the 32nd ASEAN Regional Forum Ministerial Meeting. He conveyed warm regards from Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening ties with Malaysia. During the meeting, Ishaq Dar praised Malaysia’s role […]

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43 h. ago Imran intends to bring his sons into politics, alleges Senator Irfan

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Senator Irfan Siddiqui on Thursday said the government’s top priority remains to minimize the burden on the common men and provide maximum possible relief. Talking to a private news channel, he said that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was always deeply concerned about the problems faced by the poor. Responding to speculation […]

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47 h. ago PM directs overhaul of farm lending, sets focus on easy loans for farmers

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday instructed the relevant authorities to develop a comprehensive strategy for sustainable agricultural reforms, working in coordination with the provinces to significantly boost production and reduce input costs. During a review meeting on agricultural development, the premier emphasized that the reform process would start with the provision of easy […]

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57 h. ago Shehbaz Sharif calls for reform and review of tariff commission

ISLAMABAD – July 10, 2025: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered an urgent reorganization of the National Tariff Commission (NTC) to improve its legal, administrative, and institutional performance. He issued these directions while chairing a high-level meeting on the NTC’s overall operations and recent developments. The Prime Minister stressed the need for a third-party review […]

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2 d. ago PM reaffirms commitment to further strengthening cooperation with Turkey in key sectors

Premier Shehbaz expresses satisfaction over positive trajectory of bilateral relations, highlighting both nations have made significant progress in recent years Once again expresses his deepest gratitude to Turkish leadership for their support during tensions with India ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening cooperation with Turkey in key sectors, […]

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3 d. ago Pakistan and Türkiye pledge stronger ties, eye $5 billion trade goal

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Defence Minister Yasar Guler in Islamabad to discuss strengthening bilateral ties. The high-level meeting emphasized achieving the shared goal of boosting bilateral trade to $5 billion. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation across various sectors. According to an official press release, […]

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3 d. ago Historic $38.3B remittance: Shehbaz credits overseas Pakistanis

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has warmly thanked overseas Pakistanis for sending a record-high $38.3 billion in remittances during the fiscal year 2024-25, marking a significant 26.6% increase compared to the previous year. This growth is the highest in Pakistan’s history and a clear sign of confidence in the country’s economic stability. The Prime Minister said […]

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3 d. ago PM Shehbaz calls for comprehensive action plan to boost agricultural production

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday asked the relevant authorities to present a comprehensive action plan to boost agricultural

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3 d. ago PM Shehbaz appoints Qatari royal as Pakistan’s tourism ambassador

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday appointed Qatari royal Sheikha Asma Al Thani as Pakistan’s Brand Ambassador for Mountains and Tourism after she successfully summited Nanga Parbat, also known as the ‘Killer Mountain.’ Following her remarkable achievement, the premier took to social media platform X to extend his congratulations, calling Sheikha Asma’s ascent a […]

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4 d. ago Shehbaz tells business leaders: ‘Together, we’ll build a self

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met top business leaders in Islamabad to discuss Pakistan’s economic future. He stressed that the government is now shifting from stabilisation to long-term growth. Shehbaz promised to focus on industrial expansion, job creation, and increasing foreign investment. He also highlighted the need to use local resources to reduce dependence on external […]

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4 d. ago Turkey’s foreign and defense chiefs set for key talks with Pakistan

Turkiye’s foreign minister Hakan Fidan and defense minister will visit Pakistan on Wednesday. They will hold talks with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The agenda includes strengthening bilateral ties, discussing regional peace, and boosting defense industry cooperation. Turkiye showed strong support for Pakistan during its military clash with India in May. This move angered India and […]

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4 d. ago Sheikha Asma’s epic climb earns her Pakistan’s highest tourism honor

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has appointed Qatari mountaineer Sheikha Asma Al Thani as Pakistan’s brand ambassador for mountain tourism. The announcement came after her successful summit of Nanga Parbat, the ninth-highest mountain in the world. The mountain, located in Gilgit-Baltistan, is known for its extreme difficulty and deadly conditions. In a post on X, the […]

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5 d. ago PM Shehbaz invites UAE telecom giant to expand investment in Pakistan

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with a delegation from a leading UAE-based telecom company on Monday in Islamabad. He welcomed the delegation and invited them to explore further investment opportunities in Pakistan’s key economic sectors. The prime minister assured full support and facilities for foreign investors. The meeting included Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Finance […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan launches bold AI plan to train 20,000 youth and fuel innovation

The Government of Pakistan has officially launched a National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Development Plan aimed at transforming the country’s digital landscape. The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) will lead the initiative, which includes establishing AI hubs, training centers, and innovation platforms nationwide. The project is designed to equip thousands of Pakistanis with future-ready […]

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