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Business Recorder
13 hours ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Dar defends decision to nominate Trump for Nobel prize
ISLAMABAD: Defending the decision to nominate US President for Nobel Peace Prize, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has said that Pakistan still backs its choice and considers Donald J Trump as a 'Man of Peace'. 'The decision rests with the Norwegian committee. We are uncaring to the outcome, having only acknowledged what Donald Trump initiated,' Dar told this during a news conference here at the Foreign Office (FO) on Friday to brief the media about his recent multi-nation foreign tours. The foreign minister clarified that both the government and the establishment recommended US President for the peace prize in a letter signed on June 11. 'We consider Donald Trump the 'Man of Peace' and I myself signed the nomination letter,' he remarked. Pakistan recommends US President for Nobel Peace 'Donald Trump has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in raising the Kashmir issue, as this matter had been sidelined since the former US President Bill Clinton era,' Dar added. He; however, claimed that Trump's willingness to arbitrate to settle Kashmir dispute and assure a peaceful resolution marked a significant shift in global perception. He stated that a tariff accord with the United States is set to be announced on 'win-win' basis. Dar announced that China has principally agreed to Pakistan's proposal to extend the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to Afghanistan. In addition, Pakistan and Uzbekistan are set to sign a trilateral railway framework agreement with Afghanistan in the near future for better regional connectivity and economic cooperation. He said that Pakistan and the UAE have signed a protocol during the Pakistan-UAE Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) meeting in Abu Dhabi for visa exemption for Pakistan's diplomatic and official passports holders. With regard to economic cooperation, the Emirate leadership has agreed to invest in Pakistan in a manner similar to its previous deposits with the State Bank of Pakistan, Dar said. He disclosed there were positive developments in long-stalled negotiations with Etisalat to settle the issue pending for last 18 years. To a query, Dar said Pakistan continues to plead for improved visa processes for its citizens. Responding to questions, DPM/ FM reiterated that Pakistan did not seek or begged a ceasefire with India but agreed to it in a dignified manner. 'Pakistan is always ready for dialogue— on terrorism, trade, Kashmir, and the Indus Waters Treaty— but only through a composite framework,' he stated. On Israel, he reaffirmed Pakistan's stand, stating there would be no recognition until a two-state solution is realised. Pakistan will assume the presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) in July, with peaceful resolution of disputes set to be a central theme, Dar announced. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
13 hours ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
Global ranking of green passport improves
Pakistani citizens can now travel to 32 countries either visa-free or with visa-on-arrival access, following a notable improvement in the global ranking of the Pakistani passport. According to the latest data released by the international ranking platform Henley & Partners, Pakistan's passport currently ranks 100th globally, a jump from its 113th position in 2021. The improvement is seen as a reflection of Pakistan's enhanced diplomatic outreach and evolving international relations. The development comes just days after Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed an agreement allowing holders of diplomatic and official passports from both countries to travel without the need for a visa. The bilateral arrangement eliminates pre-travel visa formalities for eligible travellers, further strengthening diplomatic ties between Islamabad and Abu Dhabi. In a post on X, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said that he signed an agreement with his UAE counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan on "mutual visa exemption for the holders of diplomatic and official passports of our two countries". "This important step reflects our shared resolve to further strengthen our fraternal ties and deepen institutional collaboration across all levels," he added. It came after both countries signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on mutual visa exemption during the 12th session of the Pakistan-UAE Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC). Officials say the move will ease high-level official engagements and reflect growing trust and cooperation between the two nations.
Yemen Online
2 days ago
- Business
- Yemen Online
Pakistan, UAE agree to strengthen cooperation during Bilateral Political Consultations
Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Wednesday agreed to strengthen cooperation in multiple sectors as the two sides took part in the second round of Bilateral Political Consultations (BPC) in Abu Dhabi, Pakistan's foreign ministry said. Pakistan and the UAE held their inaugural BPC session in 2020. The BPC is another forum for strengthening cooperation between the two countries that enjoy cordial ties rooted in shared faith, culture, economic, trade and investment ties. In the second round of the consultations, Pakistan's delegation was led by Shehryar Akbar Khan, the additional foreign secretary (Middle East), while the UAE was led by Reem Ketait, the deputy assistant minister for political affairs. 'During the consultations, both sides reviewed the entire spectrum of bilateral relations and reaffirmed their resolve to further strengthen cooperation across multiple sectors,' Pakistan's foreign ministry said. 'The two sides discussed regional and global developments of mutual interest and reiterated their commitment to enhanced coordination and dialogue at multilateral forums.' Khan stressed further deepening fraternal ties between Pakistan and the UAE while both sides appreciated the positive trajectory of bilateral ties. Pakistan and the UAE also expressed satisfaction at the progress made under existing institutional mechanisms, including the Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) and regular leadership-level exchanges, the statement said. 'The Bilateral Political Consultations concluded with both sides agreeing to maintain the momentum of high-level exchanges and institutional engagements, and to convene the next round of consultations in Islamabad on mutually agreed dates,' the foreign ministry said. The UAE is Pakistan's third-largest trading partner after China and the United States. More than 1.5 million Pakistanis live and work in the UAE, sending back over $5 billion in remittances annually. Bilateral trade reached approximately $10.9 billion in fiscal year 2023–24, including $2.08 billion in exports and $6.33 billion in imports, according to official Pakistani data.
Business Recorder
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
MOUs, agreement inked at Pak-UAE JMC in Abu Dhabi
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and United Arab Emirates (UAE) have signed memoranda of understanding on 'Mutual Exemption of Entry Visa Requirements' and 'Establishment of a Joint Task Force to Promote Investments' as well as an agreement on 'Artificial Intelligence and Digital Economy'. The 12th session of Pakistan-UAE Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) was held in Abu Dhabi on 24 June 2025. It was co-chaired by Deputy Prime Minister/Minister of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, and Deputy PM and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the UAE, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Pak-UAE joint ministerial commission session today Prior to the formal proceedings, a working group meeting of the JMC was held under the leadership of Special Assistant to the Prime Minister of Pakistan Tariq Bajwa and Minister of State of the UAE Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh. The JMC reviewed the full scope of bilateral relations and agreed on concrete measures to strengthen cooperation in trade, banking, culture, investment, aviation, railways, energy, food security, climate change, defence, healthcare, manpower, higher education and information technology. Both sides emphasised enhancing institutional mechanisms and promoting inter-ministerial coordination. Held in an atmosphere of mutual understanding and brotherhood, the session included exchanges on regional and global developments. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to peace and stability in the region. A protocol, outlining procedural frameworks for follow-up actions, coordination through sectoral working groups and facilitation for reciprocal visits, was also signed. In addition to the protocol of the session, both parties expressed satisfaction with the outcomes and agreed to hold the 13th Session of the JMC in Pakistan on mutually agreed dates. The successful convening of the JMC session underscores the deep-rooted and multifaceted relationship between Pakistan and the UAE and their shared vision for a dynamic and progressive partnership. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
Pakistan, UAE sign MoU on visa exemption
The 12th session of the Pakistan-UAE Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC), reviewing the full scope of bilateral relations, agreed on concrete measures to strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, banking, investment and other sectors. Held in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, the meeting was co-chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the UAE Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Prior to the formal proceedings, a working group meeting of the JMC was held under the leadership of Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Tariq Bajwa and UAE's Minister of State Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh. The Joint Ministerial Commission agreed on concrete measures to strengthen cooperation in culture, aviation, railways, energy, food security, climate change, defence, healthcare, manpower, higher education and information technology. Both sides emphasized enhancing institutional mechanisms and promoting inter-ministerial coordination. Held in an atmosphere of mutual understanding and brotherhood, the session included exchanges on regional and global developments. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to peace and stability in the region. A protocol, outlining procedural frameworks for follow-up actions, coordination through sectoral working groups and facilitation for reciprocal visits, was also signed. In addition to the protocol of the session, Memoranda of Understanding on "Mutual Exemption of Entry Visa Requirements" and "Establishment of a Joint Task Force to Promote Investments" as well as an Agreement on "Artificial Intelligence and Digital Economy" were signed. Both parties expressed satisfaction with the outcomes and agreed to hold the 13th Session of the JMC in Pakistan on mutually agreed dates. The successful convening of the JMC session underscores the deep-rooted and multifaceted relationship between Pakistan and the UAE and their shared vision for a dynamic and progressive partnership. BPC The second round of bilateral political consultations (BPC) between Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) held in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday reviewed entire spectrum of bilateral relations and reaffirmed their resolve to further strengthen cooperation across multiple sectors. The two sides discussed regional and global developments of mutual interest and reiterated their commitment to enhanced coordination and dialogue at multilateral forums. Pakistan delegation was led by Shehryar Akbar Khan, Additional Foreign Secretary (Middle East), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, while the UAE side was headed by Reem Ketait, Deputy Assistant Minister for Political Affairs, Foreign Office Spokesperson said in a press release. The additional foreign secretary underscored the importance of further deepening the strong fraternal ties between Pakistan and the UAE, built on shared values, mutual respect, and common interests. Both sides appreciated the positive trajectory of bilateral relations and expressed satisfaction on the progress made under existing institutional mechanisms, including the Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) and regular leadership-level exchanges.
