SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT
Saturday, August 14, 2021
Arif Alvi Quaid-e-Azam Imran Khan President Muhammad Ali Jinnah Prime Minister Father of the Nation Ambassador’s Message extend heartiest felicitations to my Pakistani brothers and sisters and our friends strong will to effectively counter all challenges currently confronting the country. I take this opportunity to especially thank all in the State of Qatar on the occasion of the 75th Independence Day of Pakistan. This includes the ongoing coronavirus crisis. Pakistan has received universal overseas Pakistanis for their contribution to the The This is a day to commemorate the fearless democratic struggle and countless praise for its effective policies. The Economist magazine ranked Pakistan among development and prosperity of the country. For Isacrifices rendered by the nation to achieve their right to have a homeland in the best performing countries for handling the pandemic. Measures taken by the the Pakistani community in the State of Qatar, accordance with their aspirations and distinct religious, cultural and social values. Government to control the spread of coronavirus, while keeping the economy Independence Day has always been a joyous Pakistan operational was a huge challenge but the Government has, to a large extent, occasion. They celebrate this day with great Supplement Team Commemorating Independence Day in a befitting manner strengthens our resolve to successfully addressed it. zeal and enthusiasm. This 14th August also, work tirelessly towards transforming our country in accordance with the aspirations the community, while respecting the rules due Advertising & Marketing of the Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and other leaders Pakistan and Qatar have historically enjoyed extremely cordial relations based on a to the coronavirus situation, will commemorate Manager of the Independence struggle. common faith and traditions, deep-rooted cultural affinities, geographic proximity, Yaum-e-Azadi by paying tributes to the sacrifices Hassan Ali Anwari and convergence of interests. These fraternal bonds have been carried forward of the founding fathers in a befitting manner and Today we pay homage to the Quaid-e-Azam by pledging to adhere to and following and strengthened under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad reaffirming their resolve to continue to work for Sr. Business Development his guiding principles of Unity, Faith and Discipline in our individual as well as Al-Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, who has always shown great support for the progress and prosperity of the motherland. Manager collective lives. It is also an occasion for all of us to rejoice and renew our firm Pakistan. Sanjai Noah resolve to carry forward the legacy and heritage bequeathed to us by the Quaid-e- While celebrating the Independence Day today, let us reiterate our commitment to Editor Azam, Allama Iqbal and other leaders of the Independence movement who were Bilateral relations have been greatly strengthened in recent times. Frequent take Pakistan to the heights of greatness in line with the vision of the independence Amjad Vanimal supported by their nation through unwavering determination and demonstrating leadership level contact and exchange of high level visits have increased over the leaders. May Allah Almighty grant us the ability to serve our beloved homeland past two and a half years. Prime Minister Imran Khan visited Qatar twice in 2019 remarkable discipline and unity. sincerely and lead Pakistan on the path of further development and prosperity. Layout and again in February 2020; and we proudly hosted His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin A.K. Vinay Kumar Over the last seven and a half decades, the Pakistani nation has time and again Hamad Al Thani in Pakistan in June 2019. Foreign Ministers of the two brotherly On this 14th August we also pay tribute to the struggle and sacrifices of our Advertising / Graphics overcome enormous challenges and adversity through unflinching and unswerving countries also remain in regular contact. The positive engagement at the leadership Kashmiri brethren in their struggle against oppression till the realization of their Krishnamurthy faith, patriotism, steadfastness and resilience. During the course of this journey, level has led to a substantial boost in bilateral cooperation in all fields including the inalienable right to self-determination as enshrined in the relevant UN Security all challenges emanating from within and outside were faced with unparalleled Circulation In-charge political, defence and economic spheres. Council Resolutions. resilience by the nation. Sherif Samy Pakistanis have proudly contributed in the remarkable and praiseworthy progress Let us also reaffirm our commitment to further strengthening the fraternal bonds Printed by The hardworking people of Pakistan, including overseas Pakistanis, are playing their and development of Qatar. The Pakistani community is a living bridge between the between Pakistan and Qatar and dedicate ourselves to bringing our two great Raya Commercial Printing Press due roles in the progress and development of the country as it continues upon the two nations. Our workforce has made significant contribution in key institutions nations ever closer. path to greater progress and development as envisaged by the Father of the Nation. of Qatar such as the armed forces, police, health, education, banking and civil Advertising Office The day is also an occasion to pay tribute to all those sons of the soil who laid their aviation. The hospitality offered to Pakistanis in Qatar is a reflection of the affection Pakistan Zindabad. Gulf Times/Arrayah Building, lives while defending and protecting territorial as well as ideological frontiers of that binds our two countries. Pakistan-Qatar friendship Zindabad. C Ring Road, P.O. Box 533, the motherland. Doha Qatar I greatly appreciate the excellent healthcare facilities and facilitation extended Tel: (00974) 4466620/43 The Pakistani nation is today fully united and determined to meet all challenges and to the large Pakistani community during the coronavirus crisis. I am also confident Fax: (00974) 44310992 continue its march towards progress and development. The government of Pakistan, that the numbers of Pakistani workforce in Qatar will substantially increase in the H.E. Syed Ahsan Raza Shah email: [email protected] under the leadership of Prime Minister Imran Khan, has already demonstrated its longer term. Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Qatar Special Supplement 2 Saturday, August 14, 2021 PAKISTAN INDEPENDENCE DAY Pakistan-Qatar Bilateral Relations
His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani met with President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Dr. Arif Alvi during his visit to Pakistan.
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and the Amir of Qatar His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani holding discussions.
President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Dr. Arif Alvi met with Qatari delegation headed by Chairman of Pak-Qatar Takaful group, Sheikh Ali bin Abdullah Thani al-Thani.
Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Imran Khan with HE the Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah and diplomatic staff of the Embassy of Pakistan in Qatar.
Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan General Qamar Javed Bajwa met with Qatar’s Special Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Counterterrorism and Mediation in Conflict Resolution HE Dr. Mutlaq bin Majed Al Qahtani. During the meeting, regional and Afghan peace process were discussed.
Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi met with HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani, Qatar’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. Visit of the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Makhdoom Shah Qureshi to the State of Qatar
Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan General Qamar Javed Bajwa, met with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs of Qatar HE Dr. Khalid bin Mohammed Al Attiyah.
Chief of Naval Staff of Pakistan Admiral M Amjad Khan Niazi Ni (M) visited the State of Qatar. During the visit, he met with Chief of Staff of Qatari HE Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, met with HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Armed Forces and reviewed bilateral military relations and means of enhancing them. al-Thani, Qatar’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. Special Supplement PAKISTAN INDEPENDENCE DAY Saturday, August 14, 2021 3 The Next Generation School Committed to provide innovative learning experience
easily organize their educational resources, put academic approaches. They maintain an infrastructure together interactive lessons, and create individualized aligned with industry best practices to help educators learning plans for students. NearPod enables teachers use technology to engage students in real learning to limit diversion and multi-tasking during a lesson by experiences and to promote lifelong learning. They broadcasting content and interactive learning activities, are committed to continue investing in technology and assign exercises to students’ devices in real-time. infrastructure to adapt innovative education practices Huge-sized interactive touch panels installed in each for shaping the future of students. classroom made the combination worked better. Indeed, academic excellence is only possible with the continuous professional development of the teachers and TNG has always placed a significant emphasis on this. The level of dedication shown by our team is inspirational. It clearly demonstrates our passion for quality education, regardless of the situation and challenges we face. TNG also provides students with the opportunity to participate in online interactive classes in the same way they would A philosophy of innovative Educational There were changes in the methods of classroom physically present on the Technology (EdTech) as an essential element of observation and assessment viewpoint, but the school campus. teaching and learning was developed with the continuous improvement, positive feedback from establishment of The Next Generation School the parents, teachers, and students created success. As a way forward, TNG is in 2009, with an adherence to the fact that TNG has adopted a complete suite of Microsoft 365 committed to raising the educational processes have been, and shall that provides a high level of integrated educational standards of education continue to be, student-centered, bi-directional, productivity tools and helps students and teachers by adapting ever-evolving and interactive ones. The academic results and personality development of students and teachers have been greatly influenced by a well-organized vision of utilizing EdTech during the learning and teaching process. This is achieved by multiple factors, such as thoughtful and purposeful vision, strategies, and strategic plans including EdTech tools and process at TNG. Due to the current outbreak of pandemic, the rapid adoption of technology in education was imperative, requiring educators to formalize and adapt EdTech as an essential tool and to provide an effective learning environment. Simultaneously, the pandemic has presented an opportunity to realize how fast a new phenomenon can change in today’s globalized society, especially for education to improve the technology infrastructure, evaluate, examine and implement efficient EdTech tools on a priority basis to ensure the success of online learning.
It is important to realize that Pedagogy - the process by which knowledge is shared - and EdTech - tools that support teaching and learning- are among the most important educational tools that contribute to improved student learning. The success of students’ learning depends on the way both these tools are used together. Implementing pedagogical practices becomes a real challenge when the EdTech which acts as a catalyst to enhance the learning process becomes just a remote learning tool. The Next Generation school timely envisioned a future for teaching and learning that involved a complete digital transformation, and the process was set in motion in 2015. The goal is to make TNG fully capable of imparting quality education in any situation which may arise with a strong focus on EduTech interventions. TNG team understood the challenge and planned it well, professional development, selection, and implementation of easy-to-use EdTech tools, chunking of the syllabus to right byte size, orientation for the parents, education resource plans for self-paced learning, hybrid learning models, streaming, synchronized and asynchronous learnings were some of the terms which TNG team defined, refined and implemented.
Moodle, a passive e-learning platform implemented in 2014, combined with Google Classroom and Zoom, provided a jump start, fine-tuning the tools further and communicating using the traditional email system, ClassDoJo took off EdTech to the next level. Introduction of ClassKick, Seesaw brought further strength. Special Supplement 4 Saturday, August 14, 2021 PAKISTAN INDEPENDENCE DAY Pakistan International School, Doha-Qatar n Subject specialists for board, college and IGCSE akistan International School was established n Students’ participation in global platforms children enrolled at different levels with the number classes on November 6, 1985 as a community school including: increasing every year. n English Medium of Instruction with books in Doha. The land for the school was donated n International Youth Leadership Program, run by by the Emir of the State of Qatar and the prescribed by OUP Pakistan for all subjects. the Supreme Committee of Delivery and Legacy DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAM Pfinances for the construction of the building were n ERP system for staff and students. n Model United Nation (MUN)—participation Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, this academic managed through donations. In this regard, HE Gen. n A fleet of 24 buses and coasters to provide in MUN, Qatar, since 2014 and upon invitation year started with the distance learning program. Jahanzeb Arbab (the then Ambassador of Pakistan transport facility to the students attended a conference in Barcelona Spain in April, It was a big challenge for all of us. In a time when to the State of Qatar) played the pivotal role. An n CCTV cameras to improve safety and security. 2019. many schools failed to carry out DL effectively, emblem of pride for Pakistan in Qatar, Pakistan we made a foolproof plan and executed it will full International School has greatly transformed and n Digitalization of School Library. n Qatar Debates—the honour of being champions for the last 4 years; 3rd position holder among 158 dedication. Teachers and parents were trained for excelled in the past decade. Its journey from ‘Pakistan n Over-head projectors in the senior Wings (Grade V speakers and 54 teams from 40 schools of Doha different platforms which are used for DL, including Education Centre’ to ‘Pakistan International School’ is to XII). Google classroom, Zoom and Google forms. We evidence that there has been a holistic development this year. n are very much satisfied because of the positive and progress in the right direction. 5 Fully equipped computer laboratories with latest n iEARN Qatar—winners of teachers’ international computers and internet facilities. feedback from our parents, and majority of them trips to Morocco and USA to attend iEARN open showed their satisfaction on the quality of work, n Kindergarten playground area with rubber tiles houses. planning and execution. We used audio video lectures, video presentations with voiceovers, live ACADEMIC PROGRESS lectures, worksheets, quizzes and discussions. We a. Result also arranged Virtual PTM with our parents to take their feedback, and got a very positive response and Comparative Result Summary of SSC-II: valuable suggestions which will help us refine this Overseas and Federal Board program further. SSC 2016 2017 2018 2019 Comparative PISQ 95.05% 100% 100% 100% Overseas 85.55% 84.70% 88.11% 86.4% We, as a school, welcome challenges in order Federal Board 91.16% 91.82% 91.66% 91.87% to push ourselves to become a well-recognized international school and be a force to reckon with in our international community. We have learnt to grow Comparative Result Summary of HSSC-II: and adapt, and be able to provide an environment Overseas and Federal Board IGCSE CAMPUS AT PAKISTAN where our students and teachers are given immense HSC 2016 2017 2018 2019 INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL opportunities to compete with the changing Comparative Initiation of IGCSE stream, along with conventional pedagogical milieu around the world. Our top priority PISQ 93.91% 94.23% 97.44% 95.21% education system, at Pakistan International School has been to keep improving the academic regimen, is yet another milestone in its progress towards Overseas 76.71% 84.70% 84.62% 82.68% and to make sure that the school is competitive excellence. PISQ has already proved its high GREEN SCHOOL INITIATIVE with other international schools. It has become vital 80.52% 79.23% 82.47% 82.94% academic standards in Federal Board exams; IGCSE Federal Board Keeping Qatar’s “Green Initiative” in view, Pakistan to bring a change in the curriculum, pedagogy and project will now help PISQ provide its students evaluation. International School took up “green school” . with internationally accepted certification. We have School has surpassed its own records as students initiative by beautifying its premises through a 100 plus students and our first Cambridge result is achieved highest numbers of A1 and A grades in massive plantation scheme. Numerous plants and STRUCTURE: expected in August 2021. the academic year 2018-19. flowers have been planted in various places inside The school comprises 5 Wings: . the school building, creating an eye-opening sight Due to the current pandemic, all examinations EVENING SCHOOL n Kindergarten (Pre KG to KG II) of SSC and HSSC for the academic year 2019-20 with a lush green panoramic view accentuated were cancelled by FBISE. with vibrant flowers growing all around. The school n Primary Wing (Grade I to IV) We identified the need to educate our Pakistani over-aged children. These children, due to being administration’s attempt to beautify the institution n Senior Girls Wing (Grade V to XII) ii) Achievements over-aged, were unable to acquire admission in any is one of its kind and has produced commendable n Senior Boys Wing (Grade V to XII) school in Doha, owing to the age restrictions set by results: one has to just look at the place to see how This year, as an international school, we have taken refreshing and invigorating the view is! What could n Cambridge Wing (Grade VII to IG-I) the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. We a step forward by having come up with an effective be more attractive than entering an educational leadership and management plan for sustained took permission from the Ministry of Education and Higher Education to begin an evening school which institution which has broken free of the traditional FACILITIES: improvement. Our “School Improvement Plan” (SIP) stoic buildings and has laid down the foundation of will be vigorously implemented through the reviewed could facilitate these children; with their approval n Spacious class rooms with comfortable furniture. and encouragement, we began classes in 2015. This nurturing a safe and refreshing environment for its School Improvement Groups (SIGs) that will include students? n Open grounds for various sports and games. teaching and support staff groups. The eight groups, initiative has been widely appreciated and is a great n Experienced and well trained teachers and that have been formed, will focus on a very specific service to our community. We began the evening This initiative was appreciated by H.E Sheikha Al supporting staff. area for school improvement. school with 17 students and today we have 267 Mayassa Al Thani in a tweet. Special Supplement PAKISTAN INDEPENDENCE DAY Saturday, August 14, 2021 5 Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmed’s visit to Qatar
HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz al-Thani received a written message from Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan, pertaining to bilateral relations and issues of common concern.
akistan’s Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed visited Qatar on a two-day official visit. The Minister participated in Milipol Qatar, Middle East’s leading Homeland Security and Civil Defence exhibition and conference which is held biennially at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre. During the visit, he met with Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdul Aziz al-Thani and discussed bilateral Pcooperation in various fields. Interior Minister also held talks to promote trade relations between the two countries and discussed about increasing Pakistan’s manpower to Qatar. He visited the Embassy of Pakistan in Qatar during his official trip.
HE Pakistan’s Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed during his visit of Milipol Qatar 2021 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center. Visit of Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed to the Embassy of Pakistan, Doha-Qatar. Special Supplement 6 Saturday, August 14, 2021 PAKISTAN INDEPENDENCE DAY Activities of Embassy of Pakistan Ambassador’s Engagements
HE Syed Ahsan Raza Shah, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Qatar, welcomed British Ambassador to HE Syed Ahsan Raza Shah called on the Minister of Education and Higher Education of the State Ambassador HE Syed Ahsan Raza Shah met with CEO of Qatar Charity Yousef bin Ahmed Qatar HE Jonathan Wilks at the Embassy of Pakistan, Doha. Matters pertaining to bilateral and of Qatar HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdul Waheed al-Hammadi. Both agreed to enhance and further al-Kuwari. common interest were discussed. develop bilateral cooperation in the education sector.
HE Syed Ahsan Raza Shah met with Sheikh Dr. Fahad Abdul Rehman Hamad Al Thani. HE Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah met with Hussain Ibrahim al-Fardan, Managing Director and Chairman of Alfardan Group.
HE Syed Ahsan Raza Shah, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan called on HE Munir HE Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah met with head of UNOCT Aynabat Atayeva at the Abdullah Ghannam, Palestine Ambassador to Qatar, and expressed solidarity and prayers of HE Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah with renowned Pakistani Singer Salman Ahmed during Embassy of Pakistan in Qatar. Pakistan community in Qatar for their Palestinian brethren. his concert in Doha.
HE Syed Ahsan Raza Shah and the late Afghanistan Ambassador to Qatar HE Abdul Hakim Dalili. HE Syed Ahsan Raza Shah met with the Secretary General of Gas Exporting Countries Forum HE Syed Ahsan Raza Shah expressed his deep sorrow and grief over Dalili’s death. (GECP) HE Yury Sentyrin.
Promoting Pakistan’s investment potential in Qatar for the past 5 years has been a passion and I am grateful for this recognition from the Embassy and Govt of Pakistan. There are a number of deals that are progressing towards completion between Pakistan and Qatar. Once completed these would be mutually beneficial for Qatar and Pakistan. I will also be focusing on investment opportunities of venture Syed Ahsan Raza Shah, Pakistan’s ambassador to Qatar, congratulated Yousaf Ashfaq and Adnan Khan for being awarded gold medals for academic excellence by Qatar University. capital in Pakistan’s start up ecosystem. Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah extended heartiest congratulations to Mohsin Mujtaba on Yousaf has been awarded the gold medal on successful completion of his Ph.D in Biological & his appointment as Honorary Investment Counsellor of Pakistan in the State of Qatar. Environmental Sciences, while Adnan was conferred the gold medal for his master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Special Supplement PAKISTAN INDEPENDENCE DAY Saturday, August 14, 2021 7
A flag hoisting ceremony was held at the Embassy of Pakistan in Qatar to mark Pakistan Day on March 23, 2021.
HE Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza receiving a token from entrepreneur/philanthropist Farhan al-Sayed during a recent meeting held at the embassy. Pakistan’s 2020 exports to Qatar ‘healthy’, tops other countries in Mena: envoy By Peter Alagos akistan’s exports to Qatar in 2020 “remained healthy,” and displayed the “best performance in the entire Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region” despite PCovid-19, according to Pakistan’s ambassador to Qatar, Syed Ahsan Raza Shah. “In recent years Pakistani businesses have availed of the significant opportunity to enhance their exports to Qatar as Qatari businesses sought new partners and adjusted their supply chains to the new realities in the region,” said Shah in a joint statement between the Embassy of Pakistan and entrepreneur/philanthropist Farhan al-Sayed. According to Shah, trade relations between Pakistan and Qatar have witnessed an “over 40%” growth since 2018 mainly due to an increase in exports of Pakistani food items to Qatar. “During the current financial year, total trade between Pakistan and Qatar remained at $1.47bn with a total of $150mn worth exports from Pakistan to Qatar and imports amounting to $1.32bn,” Shah said. Al-Sayed said, “Qatar and Pakistan’s relations have prospered under the leadership of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani and Prime Minister Imran Khan, and strengthened by the exchange of visits by both heads of state. Also, Pakistan has shown and delivered unconditional support to Qatar during the blockade and the pandemic, which is very much appreciated.” Shah said Pakistan has remained in a “unique position” in the region being a food-surplus country enjoying longstanding and close bilateral relations with Qatar. He said transit shipping time of just under four days puts Pakistan “at a competitive advantage vis-à-vis most other countries outside the GCC.” The ambassador said Qatar’s strategic location in the GCC places it in a “unique position” to offer a second home to potential Pakistani investors because of low energy costs and a secure investment climate and regulatory environment. Pakistani investors can avail of many facilities on offer through Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZA) and Qatar Financial Centre (QFC). Al-Sayed said Pakistan’s workforce has played a significant role in the development of 2022 FIFA World Cup-related construction work and infrastructure projects in line with Qatar National Vision 2030 because of the increase in the availability of work visas. Special Supplement 8 Saturday, August 14, 2021 PAKISTAN INDEPENDENCE DAY Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Limited (KS&EW) he Establishment of KS&EW was a realization Shipbuilding (SB) of the dream of Pakistan’s founding father, is a highly complex, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who competitive, and desired to see Pakistan’s future as a Maritime capital-intensive TNation. Quaid’s dream to have a national shipping industry. SB company became a reality in his lifetime. Later, department has so far a project called “Karachi Shipyard & Engineering constructed over 500 Worked Limited” was approved by the Cabinet of vessels of different the first Prime Minister of Pakistan Mr. Liaquat Ali sizes, designs and capabilities for various valued Khan, on the pursuance of the first Naval Chief. The customers like, Pakistan Navy, Pakistan National Establishment of a shipbuilding and ship repair facility Shipping Corporation, KPT, Port Qasim Authority, was considered vital for maritime trade and seaward Gwadar Port Authority, Pakistan Customs, Pakistan defence of Pakistan. The Project was funded by a loan Maritime Security Agency, and several International being constructed without collaboration or assistance agreement signed in 1952 between the governments customers like Saudi Arabia, Belgium, China, Iran, and from a foreign yard. The complete Kit of Material of Pakistan and Germany. In 1955, KS&EW came UAE. SB is well equipped to construct various types package has been procured by KS&EW comprising into existence as a project of Pakistan Industrial of vessels up to 26,000 DWT. Depending upon the several locally developed items. The vessel is Development Corporation (PIDC), and the first vessel tonnage, more than 10 vessels can be constructed equipped with state-of-the-art systems and an was manufactured and handed over to Karachi Port simultaneously using 3x shipbuilding berths, a 500m indigenously developed Harbah Weapons system. Trust (KPT). long quay wall, associated shipbuilding workshops and a state-of-the-art environmentally controlled The Ship Repair facility has a comprehensive setup KS&EW, over the years, has transformed itself into painting & grit blasting facility. KS&EW also has a for repairing, rebuilding, and overhauling naval and a proficient, modern and autonomous commercial well-equipped in-house material testing laboratory commercial vessels with high-quality standards. organization under the Ministry of Defence for all chemical and mechanical testing as per Integrated services are provided through a highly Production (MoDP). The vision is to make KS&EW a International Standards. qualified workforce. Its capabilities include 2x dry leading Shipyard and Heavy Engineering facility in docks, cranes, 165 m Quay Wall, and modern tools to this region and to contribute towards the technical During mid-90s, KS&EW started the construction undertake above and underwater repairs\maintaining of new dams being constructed in Pakistan like Dasu development of Pakistan with its true potential and of warships. The first naval vessel was a missile low overheads. It encourages the local industries and Dam Hydropower Plant, Mohmand Dam Hydropower ideal location. Shipbuilding being a labor-intensive craft (PNS SHUJAAT) for Pakistan Navy. Later on, besides, the facility has repaired over 5000 ships that Plant, Balakot Dam Hydropower Project & Suki Kinari industry has the potential to directly contribute a 4000-ton lifting capacity dock with self-docking include 230 ships for foreign customers likeChina, towards economic development and poverty pontoons was constructed for PN. KS&EW has also Turkey, Korea, Singapore, and UAE,etc. Dam HP Plant. alleviation. KS&EW is situated at West Wharf Road, been associated with the construction of the most Karachi, and spread over an area of over 70 acres. intricate part of Agosta-90B Submarines (i.e. the A state-of-the-art Shipyard Training School (STS) Besides that, KS&EW has the requisite infrastructure pressure hull and associated non-pressure structure). at KS&EW is contributing to skill development and facilities for Ship Repairs and Heavy General KS&EW’s work on the pressure hull has won quality and employment opportunities. Currently, STS is Engineering-related works. KS&EW is the oldest recognition by Direction des Constructions Navels undertaking various programs that include Prime and the only Heavy Engineering Complex in (M/s DCN), France. During recent years, KS&EW has Minister’s Kamyab Jawan Program, 3 years Diploma Pakistan and the largest one in the Southern Region. constructed 2 x Tankers cum Utility Ships, F-22P of Associate Engineer (DAE), and short courses Recently, KS&EW has successfully embarked upon Frigate, 2 x FAC(M)s, Fleet Tanker, Maritime Patrol in electrical, mechanical and ship construction the construction of the most modern warships and Vessel for PMSA, several Tugs, Dredge Tenders, Utility technologies etc. STSis conducting technical training submarines which has opened new vistas for this sole Vessels, Bridge Erection Boats for Pak Army, etc. in collaboration with NAVTTC in the field of various shipyard of Pakistan. The capabilities include multiple The current undergoing projects include2x MILGEM technical trades. The institute has so far trained more large shipbuilding halls, 03 x shipbuilding berths, 11x Class Corvettes, 3 x 16 T Pusher Tugs, a 48 T BP Tug, To enhance the ship repair capacity, a state-of-the- than 25,000 young entrants in different cadres. It also parking stations for ship repair as a part of Slip Lift FAC(M) and a Gun Boat. art Ship Lift & Transfer System (SLTS) is installed, runs Paid Internship Program, Management Trainee & Transfer System (SLTS), 2x graving docks, 500 m tested and ready to lift and park 11 x ships upto 8,000 KS&EW is proud to claim that the latest under Officers (MTO) and Supervisors (MTS) Training and 165 m long quay walls, various workshops, and Tons from the sea bed to land for quick repair cycles. construction FAC(M) has been indigenously designed Program, Commercial Courses affiliated with STEVTA supporting facilities. SLTS has started targeting commercial operations by Maritime Technologies Complex (MTC) and is and technical training programs in various trades in and once fully functional, the ship repair business of Management of KS&EW is focused to provide collaboration and sponsored by NAVTTC. KS&EW would be boosted manifolds. quality services and products with 100% customer KS&EW is the only Shipyard of Pakistan and has been satisfaction while ensuring adherence to all local Heavy General Engineering (GE) is capable to and International Standards. KS&EW has acquired undertake projects like marine structure fabrication, silently serving the nation with its continuous effort certifications in Integrated Management System from portal/luffing/overhead cranes, dams and barrage of building ships for Nation Building and carrying (IMS) from M/s Lloyds Register UK which includes gates, towers, rollers for sugar plants, casting of the slogan “Made in Pakistan”. KS&EW has also Safety Management System (SMS) ISO 45001:2018, various parts as per customer requirement. The played a pivotal role in transferring technologies and Quality Management System (QMS) ISO 9001:2015 recent projects include fabrication of 3000 tons broadening the industrial base of the country. KS&EW and Environmental Management System (EMS)ISO marine platform, Sukkar barrage gates, Rollers for has constructed over 500 vessels of different sizes 14001:2015 and ISO 45001. In addition, Shipbuilding various sugar mills including local and customers and repaired more than 5000 vessels and has the projects are also certified by the Classification from far east, etc. GE is focused on building dam capacity and capability to provide new as well as Societies as per the requirement of the Customer. doors of Sukkur Barrages and bidding for structures replacement of all floating platforms upto 26,000 DWT. Inauguration of Pakistan’s First Ship Lift and Transfer System at Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works Ltd.
7300-ton capacity Ship Lift and Transfer Commission of Pakistan, as a PSDP project. The System was inaugurated on 10th August, Ship Lift and Transfer System will provide docking 2021, at Karachi Shipyard and Engineering and repair facilities to marine vessels up to 7300 Works (KS&EW). Prime Minister of Pakistan, ton. At one time it can accommodate 12 ships. The AMr. Imran Khan graced the occasion as Chief Guest. facility will contribute to the productivity of Karachi Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Muhammad Amjad Shipyard and Engineering Works and will fulfill ever Khan Niazi was also present at the occassion. increasing demand of the shipping industry in the country. The works generated by enhancing the ship repair capacity will outflow to the public and private industrial sectors. On the occasion, the honorable Chief Guest congratulated Karachi Shipyard, Pakistan Navy and Ministry of Defense Production for setting up such a modern facility in Pakistan. He said that now Karachi Shipyard will stand taller in the regional maritime picture. The Prime Minister considered this facility a gift to the Pakistani nation, on its 75th Independence Day. The PM emphasized that Government is committed and self-reliance. He hoped that the drive towards He said that the system brings in a revolutionary to support local industry and is working on friendly higher grounds will continue in future and the facility concept against the existing docking technology, policies to enhance shipping and fishing in our waters will be used to the fullest in the role envisaged by which can at the moment handle and repair only one The contract of the Ship Lift and Transfer System enhancing the business for Karachi Shipyard. He said the planners and maximum benefits will be accrued ship at a time. Advantages of the new facility are was signed under the auspices of Ministry of Defense that this facility is a true testament of government’s from the investment for poverty alleviation. He hoped that a ship can be recovered from sea, transferred Production with the funding provided by Planning efforts towards industrialization, capacity building that SLTS will be remembered as the precursor of the to any of the repair stations and the Ship Lift can then be immediately available to lift / lower next revolution his government is endeavoring for in the ship, thereby increasing productivity exponentially maritime sector. Earlier, MD KS&EW Rear Admiral according to number of available parking spaces. This Athar Saleem in his welcome address said that the will significantly increase Karachi Shipyard’s revenue project envisaged increase in the existing ship repair thereby high tax returns and more job opportunity capacity and efficiency of Karachi Shipyard. for locals. Special Supplement PAKISTAN INDEPENDENCE DAY Saturday, August 14, 2021 9 Khuli Kachehry (Open House) Appreciation of Brilliant As directed by the honourable prime minister of Pakistan to reach out to the Pakistani diaspora through all possible means, the embassy of Pakistan in Qatar Pakistani Students organises Khuli Kachehry (open house) on a regular basis on the embassy premises. A large number of community members from various walks of life attend the event. The community members benefit from the event by sharing and discussing matters of concern, raising grievances, queries, and issues pertaining to labour and employment. Many of them are resolved on the spot. Pakistan’s ambassador to Qatar is among those in attendance, along with deputy head of mission, head of chancery, and community welfare attache.
An event was organized at the Embassy of Pakistan in Qatar to appreciate brilliant Pakistani students for their outstanding achievements in the field of education. The event was organized for the acknowledgment and to honour the respected students of Pakistani community in the State of Qatar. These Pakistani students secured gold medals in the field of Engineering, Arts, Sciences and Business Studies from Qatar University and Hamad Bin Khalifa University. At the end of event, HE Ambassador presented certificates to all the students as token of appreciation for their achievements. Pashtoon Community Event A Pashtoon Community event was held at the Embassy of Pakistan, Doha, on the occasion of Pashtoon Day on 25th February, 2021. The event was organized for the acknowledgment and to pay tribute to the respected members of Pashtoon Community who had sacrificed many things for the betterment of Pakistani Community in the State of Qatar. At the end of event, members appreciated the efforts of Pakistan Embassy and bestowed traditional Pagri upon the Ambassador. Special Supplement 10 Saturday, August 14, 2021 PAKISTAN INDEPENDENCE DAY Welcome to the land of beauty
ondé Nast, the world’s leading lifestyle era architectural masterpieces stand resplendent travel magazine, declared Pakistan as on bustling street corners.” “Hardy visitors the world’s best holiday destination will find that little has changed since Mughal as recently as 2020 and the British times – with the peaks’ gemstone mines, fairy CBackpackers Society (BBS) as the world’s third meadows and winding trails worn into the ground highest potential adventure destination for the by heavy-laden yaks – while the Karokoram, next decade. stretching upwards from the north-west frontier and carved into the ancient bedrock, is one of It doesn’t get any better than this: Condé Nast, the world’s most astonishing highways,” Condé the world’s leading lifestyle travel magazine, Nast concluded. The American-based magazine declared Pakistan as the best holiday destination Forbes also enlisted Pakistan in its ‘The Not Hot in the world for 2020. “The adventure travelers List: 10 Best Under-the-Radar Trips for 2020’. must-visit goes from strength to strength,” wrote the award-winning luxury magazine, and In an article in the magazine, the Wild Frontiers highlighted popular destinations in Pakistan. organisation labeled Pakistan as the next big The magazine’s list picks destinations based on destination for a couple of years now, especially “major events and trends around the world” and due to the recent visit of the Duke and Duchess aims to be “geographically diverse, as well as one of Cambridge. The Wild Frontiers pointed out that covers a range of trips, from eco-tourism to that Pakistan offered ancient Indus civilisations, adventure, to inspire every type of traveller. There stretching back 4,000 years, and exciting cities are the destinations that have been on our radar like Lahore with its forts, mosques and palaces. for a while, but keep getting better.” The country also owned incredible scenery,
had put tourism at the front and center of its Mohenjo-daro and Harappa. The northern part policy agenda. “The e-visa initiative is a huge of Pakistan has many old fortresses, examples of step forward and very positive as so many BBS ancient architecture. Mughal architecture such as members now can easily travel to Pakistan the Badshahi Masjid, the Shalimar Gardens, the without any hindrance,” he pointed out. Pakistan Tomb of Jahangir, and the Lahore Fort are the is home to 108 peaks above 7,000 metres and main archaeological places in Lahore, Pakistan. probably as many peaks above 6,000 metres.
The past few years have seen a steady increase particularly in the north, where the three greatest in foreign tourists visiting Pakistan and it looks mountain ranges collide, it added. “Pakistan is like the trend is set to continue after Pakistan great for trekking, mountain biking, rafting or just topped Condé Nast Traveller’s list of best holiday cultural tourism.” It also endorsed improvement destinations for 2020. “The ancient valleys, in road and tourism infrastructure of the northern relaxed visa restrictions and a high-profile royal parts of the country. Wild Frontiers’ also visit from the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge mentioned its 16-day group tour to the Northwest at the end of 2019 mean that at a start of a new Frontier taking in mountain scenery, the Kalash decade this remarkable country is also entering a people, the Hunza Valley and Chitral. The British new era,” the magazine wrote. “Having operated Backpackers Society (BBS) declared Pakistan tours in Pakistan since the late 1990s, I’ve had as the world’s third highest potential adventure a ringside seat to its troubled tourism industry, destination for the next decade. “Pakistan but finally, it seems to be improving,” it quoted tourism industry had been showing the highest Jonny Bealby, founder and CEO of adventure- growth among its competitors, especially due tour operator Wild Frontiers, as saying. “A focus to the recently introduced visa relaxation by the There is no count of the peaks above 5,000 and Pakistan: Beauty and Warmth on security measures, which saw the British 4,000 metres. Five of the 14 highest independent present government,” BBS President Samuel “The country has the ultimate potential: it has FCO lift its advice against travel to large parts peaks in the world (the eight-thousanders) are in Joynson noted in an interview. sweeping beaches lining the edge of the Arabian of the north, and the election of Imran Khan Pakistan (four of which lie in the surroundings of Sea; it has cities overflowing with culture and (as prime minister), who has vowed to increase “Pakistan offers much more to travelers and Concordia; the confluence of Baltoro Glacier and energy; it has 4,500 years of history; its Northern international tourist numbers, has already had an tourists,” he said. “In addition to touring the Godwin Austen Glacier). impact,” Bealby said. Karakoram Highway, (the tourists can) visit the regions are blessed with the world’s greatest bustling markets of Karachi, taste the delectable Pakistan also boasts 7,253 glaciers with more mountain ranges. Pakistan is vast, deep and The magazine further added: “For the intrepid flavours of the Punjab in Lahore and grab tea with glacial ice than anywhere on the planet outside nuanced. Every time I go back to the same places, traveller, this is a place of exquisite landscapes, some of the friendliest people that you will ever the polar regions. The area of glaciers logs 11780 I find something new to learn, something new where green spaces are overlooked by towering meet on the story-tellers street of Peshawar,” he kilometres with 2066 volume of ice (km3) in the to experience. Every time I see those peaks, I mountains. In fact, Pakistan has more peaks taller said, recalling his visit to the country. “Your first ranges of Himalaya, Karakoram and Hindukush. start dreaming of the incredible opportunities than 22,965ft than China and Nepal combined, trip to Pakistan will be a trip that you will never Pakistan is a paradise for tourists and with its for skiers, riders, mountaineers, and trekkers out making it an almost magnetic spot for adventure forget. Top adventure travel experience: Wedged diverse cultures and landscapes, attracts an there. I feel that over the years, Western media travellers and intrepid hikers. Visitors can follow in in the north-eastern corner of Pakistan lies a estimated 500,000 foreign tourists annually. The has contributed to building a very one-sided, Michael Palin’s steps while traversing the 12,250ft geographical superlative like no other,” Joynson main destinations of choice for these tourists and one-sidedly negative picture of Pakistan. Shandur Pass, home to the world’s highest polo suggested. are the Khyber Pass, Hunza, Kalash, Naran, But my personal experience of Pakistan could field, or meet with the Kalash people of the Hindu Kaghan, Karachi, Lahore, Swat and Islamabad not be further from this image. And while the Kush, famed for their cowrie-shell headdresses He appreciated the government’s steps for the etc. Pakistan’s tourist attractions range from the landscapes, culture and food are wonderful, and brighter-than-bright embroidery. In promotion of tourism, particularly for hassle-free mangroves in the south to the Himalayan hill the best thing about Pakistan is the warmth Lahore, the sight of 100,000 worshippers access of the foreign tourists to the country. He stations in the north-east. The country’s tourist of the people there — the kindest and most crammed into the sandstone 17th- said the new E-visa system and abolishing of No- destinations range from the Buddhist ruins of approachable I’ve encountered on all my travels.” century Badshahi Mosque will leave Objection-Certificate for foreign tourists depicted Takht-i-Bahi and Taxila, to the 5,000-year-old — Eva Zu Beck, the world’s pre-eminent tourist. you breathless, while Mughal- that the incumbent Imran Khan government cities of the Indus Valley Civilisation such as Special Supplement PAKISTAN INDEPENDENCE DAY Saturday, August 14, 2021 11
Fahad Abdulrahman Badar, a Qatari climber FAHAD accomplished yet another daunting achievement as he succeeded in summiting BADR Broad Peak, which is succeeds in reaching 8,047m above sea level, the top of Broad Peak in Pakistan’s Karakoram mountain mountains. Broad Peak is one of the most difficult peaks of the Pakistani Karakoram mountain SHEHROZ range, the 12th highest in the world, which is located on the border between KASHIF China and Pakistan Youngest Pakistani to climb Mount Everest A 19-year-old Pakistani Shehroze Kashif has become the youngest person to summit K2, the world’s second highest mountain. He reached the 8,611 metre summit. Kashif, who began climbing in his early teens, scaled the world’s 12th highest mountain, 8,047-metre Broad Peak, at the age of 17. He became the youngest Pakistani to scale Mount Everest, the world’s highest mountain.
Pakistan Super League 2020-21
Multan Sultans becomes the Champions of PSL.
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