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OUR GOVERNMENT IS DETERMINED TO UTILIZE MODERN TECHNOLOGY IN THE SECTOR OF HEALTH: PM SHEHBAZ
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RIME Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterated the national pledge to ensure health facilities and welfare and wellbeing of every citizen, emphasizing that health of mothers and children, healthy families and stable communities are the basis of a hopeful nation and a guarantee for a bright fu-
ture for all. In a message on the World Health Day celebrated on April 7, he said this year’s theme “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures” put the spotlight on the importance of health of new born babies. Pakistan had made considerable progress in ensuring good health of mother and child, he said adding however, still there was a long journey to undertake. “We have to stabilize our system of health in a
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way that can effectively cope with the medical and different social factors which affect maternity and health of new born babies,” he remarked. He said, “Our government is determined to utilize modern technology in the sector of health and forge strong partnerships in order to improve the facilities of public health.”
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8 terrorists killed as infiltration bid on Pak-Afghan border thwarted: ISPR RAWALPINDI
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Eight terrorists were killed and another four were injured by the security forces while thwarting an infiltration attempt on PakistanAfghanistan border in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s North Waziristan district, the military’s media wing said on Sunday. According to an Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) press release, “On the night of April 5-6, the movement of a group of khwarij, trying to infiltrate through Pakistan-Afghanistan border, was picked up by the security forces in general area” of North Waziristan’s Hassan Khel. “Own troops effectively engaged and thwarted their attempt to infiltrate. After an intense exchange of fire, eight khwarij were sent to hell, while four khwarij got injured,” it added. “Pakistan has consistently been asking Interim Afghan Government to ensure effective border management on their side of the border,” the ISPR noted, adding that it expected Kabul to “fulfil its obligations and deny the use of Afghan soil by khwarij for perpetuating acts
of terrorism against Pakistan”. The ISPR asserted that “security forces of Pakistan are determined and remain committed to secure its borders and wipe out the menace of terrorism from the country”. The statement added that a sanitisation operation was being conducted to eliminate any other kharji found in the area. Earlier in late March, the security forces had foiled such an infiltration attempt in North Waziristan and killed 16 terrorists. PM, President applaud security forces for foiling infiltration attempt by terrorists Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday commended the bravery and professionalism of Pakistan’s security forces for thwarting the infiltration attempt by Khawarij terrorists along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in North Waziristan’s Hassan Khel area. In his official statement, the Prime Minister lauded the swift and decisive response of the officers and personnel, who successfully repelled the terrorists’ attempt to enter Pakistan. He acknowledged their outstanding performance in eliminating eight terrorists
and apprehending four others in injured condition. “The officers and personnel of our security forces have foiled the nefarious designs of the Khawarij to spread chaos inside Pakistan,” said the Prime Minister. He further emphasized that the armed forces of Pakistan remain vigilant and fully committed to defending the nation’s borders. “Our officers and soldiers are tirelessly engaged day and night to counter any attempts of mischief and ensure the safety and sovereignty of the country,” he added. In a separate statement, President Asif Ali Zardari Sunday paid tribute to the security forces for foiling attempt of intrusion at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in district North Waziristan. He lauded the security forces for killing eight Khawarij during the timely operation. He said the brave armed forces of Pakistan were determined to protect borders of the country around the clock. The operations against terrorists would continue till complete eradication of the menace of terrorism, he added. He said the whole nation stood with its security forces in the war against terrorism.
rorism. A major aspect of the discussions will be to strengthen and expand trade relations between Pakistan and the United States. The delegation is also set to participate in the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum, a key event aimed at attracting investment in Pakistan’s mineral sector. The visit aims at promoting US interests in the critical minerals sector at the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum (PMIF25), organised by the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) in collaboration with the Government of Pakistan. The forum, set to take place on April 8-9 at the Jinnah Convention Centre in Islamabad, will serve as a key platform for global stakeholders to explore investment opportunities in Pakistan’s emerging minerals sector. It is expected to highlight the country’s vast mineral potential.
During his trip, Meyer will meet senior Pakistani officials to promote economic ties and explore avenues for American companies to invest in Pakistan’s mineral-rich landscape. The government plans to offer the country’s estimated 600,000 square kilometres of mineral outcrop zones to potential partners. With 92 known minerals and 52 commercially extracted, Pakistan’s mining sector supports over 5,000 operational mines, 50,000 SMEs, and directly employs 300,000 workers. The visit follows President Donald Trump’s imposition of a 29% reciprocal tariff on goods imported from Pakistan, in addition to duties on goods from various countries. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has formed two special bodies to address the issue and develop a policy response.
Trump administration’s first high-level delegation arrives in Pakistan tomorrow ISLAMABAD
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A high-level US delegation, headed by Senior Bureau Official (SBO) Eric Meyer for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs at the State Department, is scheduled to arrive in Pakistan on a three-day official trip on Tuesday (April 8). According to media reports, the Trump administration’s first delegation’s visit marks a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations between the United States and Pakistan. During the visit, Eric Meyer and his team are expected to hold highlevel discussions with Pakistani officials, focusing primarily on anti-terrorism cooperation between the two countries. The officials will explore strategies to expand and enhance their collaboration in the fight against ter-
WE HAVE TO INCLUDE PREVENTIVE HEALTHCARE, UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE, IMPROVEMENT IN MENTAL HEALTH AND END OF INEQUALITY IN HEALTH IN OUR PRIORITIES, HE NOTED
PM reaffirms commitment to leveraging sports as tool for national growth, harmony
LAHORE: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, in his special message on the occasion of the International Day of Sports for Development and Peace, emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to leveraging sports as a powerful tool for national growth and global harmony. In his message on Sunday, the
Prime Minister stated that Pakistan stands in solidarity with the international community in recognizing the transformative power of sports to promote positive change, eliminate barriers, and foster unity beyond borders. STAFF REPORT
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