Shehbaz Sharif Archives

Pakistan Reinforces Counterterrorism Drive at Apex Committee Meeting

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a pivotal meeting of the Federal Apex Committee to strengthen Pakistan’s counterterrorism campaign. Attended by federal cabinet members, provincial chief ministers, Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir, and senior officials, the meeting aimed to reinvigorate strategies for tackling security challenges and bolstering national stability. Addressing Evolving Security …

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PM Shehbaz Urges Peace Amid PTI’s Planned Islamabad March

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday emphasized prioritizing the country’s peace and progress over protests and sit-ins. He addressed the National Action Plan (NAP) apex committee meeting while the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) prepared for a long march to Islamabad on November 24. “We need to decide whether to stage sit-ins or work for the country’s …

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Pakistanis Urged to Sign Petition for Dr. Aafia Siddiqui’s Release from U.S. Imprisonment

The family of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui, a Pakistani neuroscientist imprisoned in the United States, is urging the people of Pakistan to sign a petition calling for her release. Dr. Fowzia Siddiqui, Aafia’s sister, appealed to the public to help gather at least one crore (10 million) signatures to support her sister’s return to Pakistan. …

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PM Shehbaz Sharif Discusses Climate Action with World Leaders

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended the 29th Climate Action Summit (COP-29) in Baku today. He engaged in talks with world leaders. The discussions focused on climate action and environmental concerns. Leaders also explored regional cooperation and sustainable solutions. Shehbaz Sharif held a conversation with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. They focused on …

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Pakistani Leaders Congratulate Trump on Election Victory

ISLAMABAD: As Republican candidate Donald Trump emerged victorious in the U.S. presidential election, Pakistani leaders extended their congratulations to the president-elect on Wednesday. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, among the first to respond, congratulated Trump on his second term. “Congratulations to President-elect Donald Trump on his historic victory for a second term,” PM Shehbaz shared on …

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Hajj 2025: Federal Cabinet Approves Policy with Key Updates and Cost Details

The federal cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has approved the Hajj 2025 Policy, setting guidelines and costs for the upcoming pilgrimage. This policy allows 179,210 Pakistanis to perform Hajj next year and divides the quota evenly between government and private schemes. The cost for pilgrims under the government scheme is projected to range …

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Government Proposes New Financial Model for IPPs

The government has proposed a new financial model to 18 independent power producers (IPPs). This plan aims to significantly reduce their capacity payments and recover “excess profits” made by these companies in the past. Senior managers from three IPPs and a government official shared these developments with Dawn. A government task force is currently renegotiating …

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PM Shehbaz Visits Art Exhibition with Qatar’s Amir

Doha: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani visited the National Museum of Qatar. They explored the “Manzar: Art and Architecture of Pakistan from the 1940s to Today” exhibition. The Associated Press of Pakistan reported on their visit. Their visit followed bilateral meetings with officials from both sides. Historic Art …

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Saudi Arabia and Pakistan Sign MoUs, Raising Investment to $2.8 Billion

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia signed several new memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with Pakistan on Wednesday. The investment amount now stands at $2.8 billion. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Saudi Investment Minister Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al Falih at the 8th Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh, where the agreements were finalized. “This is only the beginning,” …

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PM Shehbaz Directs Swift Reforms in FBR

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz has called on officials to expedite reforms in the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). Chairing a meeting on Thursday, the prime minister emphasized that the reform process should stay on schedule. He urged FBR officials to create a “cordial and friendly” environment for taxpayers. Shehbaz highlighted the importance of modern technology …

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