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IslamabadThursday, February 25, 2021 ’s First AndP Only DiplomaticO Daily STPrice Rs. 20 Assault against Future of world Indonesia the nature must stop, lies in Afro- largest trading says Munir Akram Eurasian region partner of Pak Detailed News On Page-06 Detailed News On Page-02 Detailed News On Page-07 Briefs NCOC loosens PDM wants horse restrictions trading DNA from March 15 ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broad- All indoor dinning, weddings to resume; casting Sen- fans allowed to go to stadiums; work ator on from home restriction also eliminated Wednesday said opposition parties were moved for office employees; representing the status quo Ansar Mahmood Bhatti • Indoor wedding ceremonies will be al- for the continuation of sale lowed from March 15, 2021, with stringent and purchase of votes and ISLAMABAD: The National Command COVID-19 standard operating procedures horse trading in politics. Operation Centre (NCOC) on Wednesday (SOPs) in place; Talking to media persons, decided to loosen coronavirus restrictions • Indoor dining allowed from March 15, he said that on the contra- that it earlier put in place after carefully subject to a review on March 10; ry, PM fully reviewing the second phase of precaution- • Opening of cinemas and shrines allowed believed in strengthening ary measures or the Non-Pharmaceutical with strict COVID-19 SOPs with effect from of democracy and fair elec- Interventions (NPIs). March 15; tions and intended trans- The NCOC added that the decisions could • Wearing of face masks, social distancing, parency in the Senate elec- be reviewed again in view of the increased smart lockdowns will continue and will be tions. He said Imran Khan disease prevalence, whenever deemed ensured; COLOMBO: Prime Minister Imran Khan holds one-on-one meeting was striving for eradication necessary. According to a statement is- • From a health perspective, the conduct with President of Sri Lanka Gotabaya Rajapaksa. –DNA of the practice of sale and sued in this regard, provinces can, howev - of local bodies and cantonment board elec- purchase of votes and stood er, enforce targeted NPIs where required, tions may be planned by the Election Com- like a rock against the un- depending upon disease prevalence in a mission of Pakistan (ECP) by the end of EHSANULLAH EHSAN’S ESCAPE democratic practice. given area or sector. May or early June 2021. Following are some of the decisions taken • Spectators’ attendance in the Pakistan CoD has by the NCOC. Super League (PSL) Pool matches to be in- Action against responsible • Time-limit lifted from commercial activi- creased to 50 % from the current 20%. Where- ties and amusement parks; as, full attendance will be allowed for play-offs united PPP, • Condition of 50% work from home re- with stringent COVID-19 SOPs in place. PML-N again officers taken: DG ISPR The DG ISPR also shed light on matter of missing persons and said Staff Report Pakistan, Lanka mull that committee formed to investigate matter has shown great strides ISLAMABAD: Former prime count, which was recently used to is- minister Syed Nehal Miraj sue threats to Nobel laureate Malala Yousuf Raza Yousafzai, turned out to be fake. Gillani said $1b bilateral trade RAWALPINDI: The director-general The DG ISPR also shed light on the that Pakistan of the Inter-Services Public Rela- matter of missing persons and said that Peoples Party The Pak side announced 100 scholarships in the tions (ISPR), Major General Babar the committee formed to investigate and Pakistan field of medicine (MBBS and BDS) for SL students Iftikhar on Wednesday said that the the matter has shown great strides. -Nawaz have escape of former TTP spokesperson “Out of more than 6,000 cases received joined forces for the Senate Ehsanullah Ehsan from custody was by the commission, 4,000 cases have elections to restore the Char- News Desk Kashmir issue a “grave matter,” adding that the been resolved, while the remaining ter of Democracy. The PPP Army is trying to rearrest him. cases will also be resolved soon,” said leader, who was nominated COLOMBO: Pakistan and Sri Lanka pledged needs dialogue Speaking to international media out- the DG ISPR. Answering a question by the Pakistan Democratic to realize the goal of achieving one billion lets, the DG ISPR said that the mili- about the murder of ten Hazara col- Movement for the Senate dollars bilateral trade target and to work to DNA tary took prompt action against of- liers in Machh, Balochistan back in polls, said that politics is a broaden and deepen Pakistan-Sri Lank Free ficers responsible for Ehsan’s escape. January 2021, Maj Gen Babar said that day-to-day affair, adding that Trade Agreement. In a Joint Communiqué, COLOMBO: Prime Minister (PM) Imran “At the moment, we don’t know about some “important arrests have been every party faces its share issued in Colombo, on Wednesday, on the Khan on Wednesday has said that the Ehsanullah Ehsan’s whereabouts,” made in connection to the killings.” of highs and lows. “We have conclusion of Prime Minister Imran Khan's long standing issue of Indian Illegally Oc- Maj Gen Babar Iftikhar said, adding forgotten our past,” the for- two-day visit to Sri Lanka, the two sides cupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) can that the TTP leader’s Twitter ac- Continued on Page 06 mer prime minister said in reached broad consensus on ways and means only be resolved through negotiations. reply to a question about the to further strengthen cooperation in diverse While addressing a trade and investment differences that developed fields. Prime Minister reiterated Pakistan's conference, the premier said that Paki- ‘Five new ‘Steps afoot between the two parties after support for the socio-economic development stan is willing to resolve all the conflicts CJCSC meets the Memogate controversy. of Sri Lanka in line with the vision of a peace- in Sub-Continent through dialogues. embassies to to enhance ful neighborhood. The two sides reviewed We had contacted Indian authorities to Afridi urges existing extensive engagement between be opened Emirati military foreign Continued on Page 06 youth to Continued on Page 06 in Africa’ investments’ speak for leadership DNA Staff Report Kashmir DUBAI: General Nadeem Raza, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Maryam asks ECP ISLAMABAD: Ambas- Staff Committee, who is on a two days official visit to UAE, QUETTA: Special Assis- sador of Pakistan to called on Lieutenant General Hammad Mohammed Thani Al tant to the Prime Minister Abid Raza Ethiopia Ismail Omar Rumaithy, Chief of Staff UAE Armed Forces. CJCSC also held (SAPM) for National Secu- Guelleh Wednesday said rity Dr. Moeed Yousuf on LAHORE: Parliamentary to expose vote theft separate meetings with all Chiefs of tri-services. the opening of five new During the meetings, both sides deliberated upon various Wednesday said Pakistan Committee embassies in Africa was was facing various challeng- on Kashmir areas of interest, bilateral cooperation including securi- Staff Report “PDM does not need a reflective of Pakistan’s ty, counter-terrorism and prevailing regional environment es while incumbent govern- Chairman intention to build bridges ment under the leadership Shehryar particularly with reference to Kashmir and Afghanistan. WAZIRABAD: Pakistan Mus- institutions’ support” of cooperation. The dignitaries also dilated upon measures to enhance of Prime Minister Imran Khan Afridi lim League-Nawaz (PML-N) The ambassador said this Khan was taking practical on Wednes- Vice President Maryam Abid Raza after presenting credentials steps to cope them for bet- day urged the youth to be- Nawaz has said that the to Ismail Omar Guelleh, terment of the country. come a voice of unheard eyes of 220 million people LAHORE: Chairman Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Bi- President of the Republic of He expressed these views people of IIOJK whose voic- are on the Election Com- lawal Bhutto has said that Pakistan Democratic Move- Djibouti, the first in the five while addressing at a cer- es were being gagged. Ad- mission, vote thieves should ment (PDM) does not need undemocratic support from being opened, said a press emony of trainees of 31st dressing the participants of a be exposed. Addressing the any institution in order to take on the PTI government. release received here. of Midcare Course on the seminar held here at Lahore workers in Wazirabad, she He said this while addressing a press conference with During the meeting, the subject of Pakistan’s vision College for Women Universi- said that there must be a PDM’s joint Senate candidate Yousuf Raza Gilani president welcomed the organized by at National In- ty with regard to the Kashmir re-poll in the entire NA-75 and other leaders in Lahore on Wednesday. Bilawal envoy and expressed his stitute Management (NIM) Solidarity Day, he said the constituency instead vot- Bhutto said that for now, it seems that institutions strong desire to build clos- here. The SAPM visited Na- prosperous world needed to ing on 20 polling stations. are playing a neutral role in the Senate elections. er partnership with Paki- tional Institute of Manage- build pressure on India and stan including security, Continued on Page 06 ment (NIM) Quetta along compel it to end its genocide Continued on Page 06 Continued on Page 06 trade and energy sectors. with organizations and re- policy against the Kashmiris. viewed the facilities of train- ees provided by the NIM. Inside... Police make Future of world Parliament will decide Senate voting method: SC Europe’s lies in Afro-Eurasian region: Janjua “The Supreme Court is not a substitute for the parliament,” he added. biggest – Page 02 CJP Ahmed said that every state institution has to operate within its limits cocaine bust PRCS, NH&MP ment. Counsel for the High “It seems the government is not the parliament whether or not to ry out into our own hands,” he said. sign joint road safety pecial orrespondent initiative MoU S C Court Bar Association (SHCBA), interested in an opinion. It only recognise Bangladesh as a state, Barrister Salahuddin said the Con- DNA – Page 03 Barrister Salahuddin, said the gov- wants the open balloting method after the partition of West Paki- stitution is silent on the National ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Paki- ernment is “dumping its political to be ratified,” said the barrister. stan. The barrister also cited the Assembly Speaker’s elections and MUNICH: Authorities in ‘Malaysia wants to stan Gulzar Ahmed on Wednesday responsibilities on to the court”. Recommending that the court not example of the Babri Mosque’s the details are only available in the Germany and Belgium further increase trade said that the parliament is the fo- Salahuddin said an amendment get involved in such matters, Sa- demolition. He said the Indian election rules. He said that even seized more than 23,000 ties with Pakistan’ rum that must decide the method of bill on open balloting has been lahuddin said that in the past, ref- government had sought the opin- then, if the Speaker’s election can kilograms (50,700 pounds) – Page 04 voting for Senate elections, includ- pending in parliament. He said erences were filed due to a gap in ion of the court on the future of be held in accordance with the of cocaine, worth billions of Social justice issues ing the degree of secrecy to be al- arguments made by the Attor- the Constitution, whereas now, no the site but the court in 1992 had Constitution, then why not the dollars, in an international are constantly in lowed. Chief Justice Gulzar Ahmed ney-General for Pakistan Khalid such void exists. wisely refused to taken upon itself Senate elections. operation that resulted in the focus of SCO noted that the Supreme Court need Jawed Khan were not based on He said in the past, the Supreme such a burden. Salahuddin said the Constitution one arrest, officials said – Page 05 only answer three questions: what the Constitution is, rather on Court of Pakistan kept itself dis- The chief justice said that the Su- makes no mention of ballot pa- Wednesday, calling it the beat - Does Article 226 of the Constitu- what it should be. tant and declared that it was up to preme Court will only respond to pers. He asked whether the end of largest amount of cocaine Kings by five tion apply to Senate elections or “The attorney-general spoke of bags the questions asked in the presi- the Election Act 2017 would mean ever seized in Europe. – Page 06 not? - Could there be a single trans- full of money and videos on which dential reference on the matter. “If an end for Senate elections. The The operation lasted more ferable vote in the Senate election the court could not provide a rul- the Constitution says there must chief justice remarked that the law than week and culminated Indonesia is the through proportional representa- ing. The government had originally be secret balloting then that’s the “never has a void”. “When any law largest trading partner in the arrest Wednesday of Pak: Amb. Hassan tion or not? - Under Article 226 of approached the court to seek an end of the matter,” he said. is abolished, the one that was in of a 28-year-old man from – Page 07 the Constitution, are all elections opinion but no opinion was taken,” “The Supreme Court is not a substi- place before it, becomes the law.” Vlaardingden, the Nether- held by secret ballot or not? he said. He said the attorney-gener- tute for the parliament,” he added. The case was adjourned till Thurs- lands, whose address was on Pakistan priorities The chief justice said that besides al, as well as the advocate generals CJP Ahmed said that every state day, February 25. “We will indi- the shipment, Dutch police shifted from geo-political these, all matters must be delib- from all the provinces, spoke in institution has to operate within vidually listen to all those who said. Investigators found to geo-economic erated in parliament, including favour of open balloting, but none its limits. “We will not take matters are party to the case tomorrow,” 16,174 kilograms of cocaine – Page 08 which method of voting to imple- sought the court’s opinion. the parliament is authorised to car- the chief justice said. in 1,728 cans of putty. IslamabadPOST 02 NATIONAL Thursday, February 25, 2021 SHC bars Briefs Future of world lies in Afro- MPAs from LHC approves voting bail of Hamza DNA Eurasian region: Janjua SUKKUR: The Sindh High Shahbaz Court (SHC) on Wednes- He lamented that since the inception of the state of Pakistan, these unique attributes have made day barred members of the DNA provincial assembly (MPAs) LAHORE: Lahore High Balochistan a target for Pakistan’s adversaries, and consequently has been destabilised by internal and from voting during Senate Court (LHC) on Wednes- external elements. Yet, concerns of people are genuine and they need to be addressed elections if a dog-bite inci- day has approved bail plea dent is reported from their of Opposition Leader in constituency. The court’s Punjab Assembly Hamza Khayam Abbasi remarks came during a hear- Shahbaz in money launder- ing of a plea for bringing a ing case. While announcing ISLAMABAD: “Future of world halt to increasing dog bite the verdict on Hamza’s plea lies in the Afro-Eurasian region incidents in the province. after hearing arguments of that begins from Balochistan and During a hearing at SHC both sides, the two-member its significance has grown mani- Sukkur bench, Justice Aft- bench of LHC has directed fold with Belt and Road Initiative”. ab Ahmed said that the dog to release the Pakistan Mus- This was stated by, Lt. Gen Nas- bite incident would lead to lim League-Nawaz (PML-N) ser Khan Janjua HI(M), (Retd.), the suspension of the MPA leader from the Kot Lakh- former National Security Advisor of the constituency and the pat Jail. Hamza Shahbaz has during his address at a Public Talk lawmaker would further not been granted bail over two organized by the China-Pakistan be able to vote during the surety bonds of Rs one mil- Study Centre (CPSC) at the Insti- upcoming Senate elections. lion each. tute of Strategic Studies, Islama- The judge further said that On June 11, 2019, the ac- bad today under its Distinguished the salary of the concerned countability watchdog had Lecture Series. Members of the official in the area would arrested Hamza Shahbaz in diplomatic corps in Islamabad, also be stopped over any Ramzan sugar mills, mon- academics, civil society, former such incident and would be ey laundering and assets and current diplomats were also added to the provincial ex- beyond means cases after present. chequer as surplus. LHC turned down his ap- Dr. Talat Shabbir, Director CPSC The government’s lawyer, plications for extension in delivered introductory remarks however, opposed the idea interim bail. Salman Butt, and stated that Balochistan is of action against the law- the defense counsel for pivot of CPEC as Gwadar is vital makers and said that they Hamza, had argued that ac- to the multi-billion-dollar project. had nothing to do with the cording to the National Ac- For this, Dr. Shabbir said, “de- matter. The judge, however, countability Bureau (NAB) velopment of Balochistan is cru- was not satisfied with the ordinance, the anti-graft cial for success of CPEC” and it counselor’s remarks and watchdog could not issue has a promise to “address issues said that they know who was arrest warrants unless an of socio-economic development, getting commissions from inquiry over the matter communication infrastructure and the money earmarked for was completed. To which, unemployment.” ed in terms of its geostrategic all about people. If people are with requires political closure, which mad Chaudhry. While answering a action against dog-bite inci- Justice Naqvi had remarked Lt. Gen Janjua, in his talk, gave an location as well as being a hub of you then you are victorious.” Sim- will open up new opportunities question on fighting insurgency in dents. “It is better that we that the judgment would be overview of emerging internation- natural resources which if fully ilarly, focus should be on national for people of Balochsitan. Feder- Balochistan through force, he said do not comment on the mat- done according to the con- al geo-strategic environment and utilised could be a catalyst for the integration as visible and real im- ation and other provinces need to “It is never enough to hate your en- ter,” he said adding that it stitution, and justice would relevance of Pakistan. He stated entire region. He lamented that provement in the Balochistan situ- address apprehensions of people emy, you have to do much more”. was the responsibility of the be ensured. On November that Pakistan seeks connectivity since the inception of the state of ation can only come about not by of Balochistan about their access Meanwhile, to another question MPAs to safeguard the lives 11, 2020, Hamza Shehbaz with Afghanistan, Central Asia Pakistan, these unique attributes imposing force, but by ruling the to natural resources and land about Gwadar port, he stated “If of the public. The court’s Sharif and his father Mian and ultimately to Russia and in have made Balochistan a target for hearts and minds of the people. for CPEC to be successful in Ba- Pakistan wants to contribute to hearing was later adjourned Shehbaz Sharif were in- this, Balochistan plays a pivotal Pakistan’s adversaries, and conse- He identified negative sub-nation- lochistan. Similarly, in Gwadar fo- the world then we should strive to for March 16. dicted in money laundering role through its geographical lo- quently has been destabilised by alism as the root cause of insur- cus should be on job creation and bring everyone together and Gwa- The SHC bench on October reference by accountability cation and abundance of natural internal and external elements. gency. However, in response an providing economic opportunity dar port because of its location is 21 expressed displeasure court. All the accused in the resources He was of the view that Yet, concerns of people are genu- integrated and “people-centric to every citizen. He underscored an ideal port for whole of Asia”. over rising dog-bite inci- case pleaded not guilty. She- even Pakistan’s strategic signifi- ine and they need to be addressed. civil-military strategy was formu- that humans are the assets for eco- The talk concluded with Chair- dents in the province and hbaz Sharif, while rejecting cance lies in Balochistan, and only Drawing on his experience as lated which helped Baluchistan nomic development. The talk was man BOG, ISSI Ambassador ordered to register an FIR allegations of the anti-graft through peace and development in Commander Southern Command transition from flag burning to flag followed by a question-and-answer Khalid Mahmood presenting the against the concerned mu- watchdog, said that he was Balochistan it can be achieved. nicipal officer in case of a being politically victimized. he shared views on hard-earned raising.” On CPEC, he said that, session which was moderated by Institute’s momento to the distin- He stated that Balochistan is gift- peace and said that, “in a State, it is on-going conflict in Balochistan DG ISSI, Ambassador Aizaz Ah- guished guest. dog-bite incident. CM to initiate Role of awareness CDA completes carpeting work ‘Trade diplomacy best industry for drive against tool to exploit untapped economic COVID-19 of several roads of capital prosperity QUETTA: Balochistan Chief potential of Yemen’ Minister Mir Jam Kamal lauded Khan Wednesday directed He said that Pakistani products to launch a comprehensive DNA awareness campaign for were the best and Pakistani ex- KARACHI: The Depart- processes of vaccination porters should introduce their ment of Industry and Com- against coronavirus across branded products in Yemen. He merce has been playing an the province in order to con- important role in driving trol the deadly virus. also assured full cooperation to the economic wheel of the He was chairing a high lev- Pakistani exporters to have di- province. Recognizing the el meeting on COVID-19 importance of industries un- which was attended by Par- rect links with the reliable busi- der the available resources, liamentary Secretary for the Department of Industry Information Bushra Rind, ness partners from Yemen will make every effort to Principal Secretary to the solve the problems faced by Chief Minister Zahid Sal- the industrialists. eem, Secretary S&GAD Bi- Secretary Industries and lal Jamali, Incharge BCOC Commerce Sindh Muham- Imran Gachki, Secretary In- mad Riaz Uddin said this formation Sohail-ur-Rehman while addressing a lunch- Baloch, DG Health Nasir Ali eon given in his honor by Bugti and others while NDP the industrialists at Korangi Chief Zulfiqar Durrani and Association of Trade and In- other officials concerned dustry (KATI). Zahid Saeed, Farhan-ur-Rehman, Sheikh were also present. “The skilled manpower The meeting was briefed Manzar Alam, Zaki Ahmed Ishfaq Mughal from Pakistan will also be in detail on the steps tak- Sharif and Nighat Awan also welcomed in Yemen”, he addressed the gathering. en by BCOC and UNDP for FAISALABAD: Ambas- COVID- 19 data collection, said and added the both Secretary Industries Riaz sador of Yemen in Paki- forecasting methodology, countries should translate Uddin acknowledge that vaccination management, stan Muhammad Motahar the excellent relations despite all the difficulties, registration. The meeting restoration of road infrastructure in sector G-7, G-8, G-9, G-10, G-11, Alashabi on Wednesday into economic terms. the way in which the indus- was briefed about measures Staff Report is continued. The departments of and G-5. Repairing work is in its said the trade diplomacy He said that Pakistani prod- trialists are playing their taken against the corona- MPO and Road Maintenance have final stages at main roads includ - was the best tool to ex - ucts were the best and Pa- role for the development virus by the official con- ISLAMABAD: Capital Development increased the pace of the work. ing Express way, F-10, I-9, I-10, ploit the untapped poten- kistani exporters should and prosperity of the coun- cerned. It was informed that Authority (CDA) has completed More than 80% work has been Soharwardy road, park road, and tial of Yemen. introduce their branded try and improvement of the so far 98 percent patients in carpeting work on 7th avenue, 9th completed during last few days in others. The work of repairing and Addressing the business products in Yemen. He also economy is respectable to promote industrial growth. Balochistan have recovered avenue, Jinnah Avenue, Blue Area, the markets of sector F-10, I-8, I-9, restoration on neglected IJP road community in the Fais- assured full cooperation to On the occasion, President from the virus. The daily D-12 and other various roads in the I-10, D-12. Carpeting work has also has also been started. U-turns and alabad Chamber of Com- Pakistani exporters to have KATI Saleem-uz-Zaman cases, this month, were be- city. The work on carpeting and been completed at the main road, shoulders of the roads are also be - merce & Industry (FCCI), direct links with the relia- repairing has also been started at mentioned that unfortunate- ing reported in single digit. service road, and U-turn of sector ing repaired. Advertisements have he said that Yemen needed ble business partners from ly a single industrial unit The virus is changing shape, IJP road. More than 370 kilometers D-12. Small sectors of the city are been published in the Newspapers everything for its recon- Yemen. Later, SVP Chaud- have to deal with dozens of which is alarming. Regard- roads have been carpeted by the also being considered. Carpeting regarding further work of repair- struction and Pakistani ex- hary Talat Mahmood government departments ing the vaccination process, joint efforts of the department of work is underway in the streets of ing and restoration. 100% work of porters should have direct presented a FCCI shield and agencies, due to this it was informed that so far MPO and Road Maintenance. I-9 and I-10. More than 90% car - carpeting will be completed in next links with their Yemeni to Muhammad Motahar our precious time and re- 1033 health workers have According to detail, CDA’s work on peting work has been completed few months. counterparts. Alashabi. sources are being wasted. been vaccinated. – APP FBR urged to follow PM directions to interact with stakeholder KARACHI: Mr. Nasir Khan working of the FBR was FPCCI in various commit- Acting-President of the discussed which is not up tees. It seems that there is Federation of Pakistan to mark and no sign of any a wide communication gap Chambers of Commerce trade facilitation is seen. between the apex body of and Industry has shown his There is no representation trade and industry (FPC- serious concern over the no of this apex body of trade CI) and the FBR Head- response and low priority to and industry in the various quarters and if the posi- Business Community issues crucial decisions being tion is not improved then which is affecting FBR and taken by the FBR i.e., for- the net results in progress Business Community part- mulations of the resolution to resolve trade related is- nership required for con- committees and issuance sues will be zero. ducting smooth business of SROs without consulta- While participating in the and becoming fragile. tion. During frequent visits meeting Mr. Zakaria Us- He said that the issue of of Member IR (Operation) man, Convener, FPCCI CNIC still not resolved to the FPCCI Head Office Budget Advisory Council despite COVID-19, the is- wherein, a number of prob- expressed that is in trade sue has reduced business lems were put forward for business for more than 50 activities. He stated that decision but instead there years and still would like to numerous laws and regu- should be any relief to the see a economical budget to lations have been imposed trade bodies no fruitful de- be implemented by the FBR on the business sectors cision is made so that even instead of revenue oriented while at highest level a single problem is re- budget. FBR is lacking con- meetings the FBR officials solved. Instead to increase sistency in policies which are unable to responds the net of the taxpayer the change rapidly affecting the which is not suitable just FBR machinery is engaged working of businessmen and time consuming. The high- to squeeze the traders the commodities are gone est level official should which are already under out of costing. The policy of have autonomy to resolve tax net. The seriousness FBR to squeeze the already and decide the issues of the FBR towards tax registered taxpayers may be being raised in the meet- collections may be noted shifted to a mechanism to ings. During the meeting from the fact that there is explore new taxpayers and with Chairman FBR the no representation of the avenues accordingly. 03 IslamabadPOST

METROLITEThursday, February 25, 2021 HEC Briefs announces PRCS, NH&MP sign joint scholarships for Artists Baloch students are asset Shaheen Hanif of nation: road safety initiative MoU ISLAMABAD: The High- er Education Commission Abrar ul Haq says resource and knowledge sharing between PRCS (HEC) on Wednesday an- nounced LLB, LLM and Zubair Ahmed and NH&MP will help reduce fatalities in road crashes Ph.D local and foreign schol- arships for the students ISLAMABAD: Deputy M-2 Motorway besides first time is of great essence in professional way. He said of Balochistan. The schol- Speaker National Assem- hujaat amza S H aid kits for of emer- the advent of any traffic ac- NH&MP will deploy these arships were announced bly Qasim Khan Suri gency medical and relief ser- cident as 59% of deaths can ambulances on the motor- under the project “Law Wednesday said that leg- ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Red vices to commuters in case be averted due to timely and way at the earliest. He said Graduates Scholarships endary dramatists and Crescent Society (PRCS) and of any traffic accidents. The right intervention. “Timely shifting the injured to hos- Programme”. artists were the asset of National Highways and Mo- PRCS will also impart free intervention requires good pitals is a very challenging According to an official doc- the nation. He said that torway Police (NH&MP) on of cost first aid training to vehicles to shift the injured task on the motorway, ument available with APP, artists were the most sen- Tuesday signed an MoU to NH&MP staff besides rais- to hospitals and the right adding that the PRCS and HEC has asked students sitive segment of society launch a road safety initiative ing awareness among the intervention is not possible NH&MP joint initiative having domicile/local cer- and they were harbinger of to help reduce deaths and in- general public about road without skilled people,” he will help timely shifting of tificate of Balochistan prov- positive change in society. juries on the motorway. safety so that road fatality said, adding that resource the injured in case of any ince to apply for the award He expressed these views Federal Minister for Com- rate can be minimized. and knowledge sharing be- accident. offering indigenous LLB (5 while meeting delegation of munications Speaking on the occasion, tween PRCS and NH&MP Later, Federal Minister for years), indigenous LLM, Pride of Performance hold- was chief guest on the occa- Federal Minister for Com- will help numerous lives on Communications Murad Foreign LLM and Foreign ers artists and dramatists sion. PRCS Chairman Abrar munications Murad Saeed roads. He said prevention is Saeed, PRCS Chairman Ph. D. HEC has also asked which called on him at the ul Haq, Federal Secretary appreciated the initiative more important than ser- Abrar ul Haq and other the applicants to submit ap- Parliament House here. Ministry of Communications taken by PRCS which he vice delivery, adding that dignitaries inspected the plications online at eportal. Deputy Speaker NA said Zafar Hassan and NH&MP said will go a long way in through boosting preventive ambulances being handed hec.gov.pk. that the agenda of the gov- IG Kaleem Imam were pres- helping people and saving strategies, not only burden over to the NH&MP. On The last date for submission ernment was to bring qual- ent on the occasion. The lives in case of road crash- support in implementing training is one of the major of billions of rupees being the occasion, symbolic key of applications is 18 March. ity change especially in the MoU was signed by PRCS es. He said with increase such initiatives. causes of fatalities in road spent on service delivery of the ambulances was also The students were asked to life of our youth. He said Acting Secretary General Dr in volume of traffic, ratio of The minister said provision crashes. in the health sector can be handed over to NH&MP visit www.hec.gov.pk/english- that Pakistan Television Adeel Nawaz and NH&MP road accidents is also going of ambulances by the PRCS Speaking on the occasion, reduced but also many pre- IG Kaleem Imam. Shields scholarshipsgrants/LGSP for and Pakistan Radio need to IG Kaleem Imam. up with each passing day. is a praiseworthy step, how- PRCS Chairman Abrar ul cious lives can be saved. were also presented to the further information. HEC has be brought at par with the Under the initiative, PRCS “It is our duty to not only ever, the more important as- Haq said around 100 people NH&MP IG Kaleem Imam dignitaries on the occa- reserved 15-20 percent schol- modern standards. has provided eight fully make the travelling easier pect of this initiative is first- die in road crashes every assured that the ambulanc- sion. PRCS and NH&MP arships for the children of He also expressed his ap- equipped ambulances to the but also safer,” he said, and aid training to the NH&MP day in Pakistan, which is an es provided by the PRCS senior officers also attend- victims’ families (martyred/ preciation that the nation NH&MP for deployment on assured the PRCS of all-out staff. He said lack of first-aid alarming situation. He said will be used in the best and ed the ceremony. severely injured) affected in remained united and stead- the August 8, 2016 blast in fast to tackle the COVID-19 Quetta, if they fulfill the re- negative fall out. quired criteria. He said that the contribu- ‘India exploited virus tion of legendary actors and dramatists was of vital IGP directs to importance to improve to change IIOJK’s social values. The legend- resolve public ary actor Anjum Habib ex- pressed his gratitude to demography’ complaints Deputy Speaker for his spe- on priority cial focus to improve the ty into a minority in the oc- living standards of artists. Raja Pervaiz cupied region. The delegation comprised Highlighting the ongoing In- DNA famous PTV actors A. D. ISLAMABAD: Federal Min- dian atrocities in Kashmir, ister for Human Rights, Dr she said that over 3 million ISLAMABAD: Inspector Baloch, Habib Panezai, Ja- General of Police (IGP) Is- han Sultana Noshaba, Na- on Wednes- non-Kashmiris have been day said that India has illegally granted Kashmiri lamabad Qazi Jamil ur Reh- jeeb Ullah Anjum, Rafique man has directed all police Ahmed Memon Esani, Je- exploited the COVID-19 citizenship; allowed perma- pandemic to accelerate the nent settlement; purchase officials to resolve citizens’ hanzeb Qamar, Anjum Hus- complaints on priority and sain Habibi, Nadia Fayyaz, pace of its colonization pro- of properties and lands and ject in Indian Illegally Oc- apply for local jobs in the oc- ensure effective measures Tahir Farooq Sadequi and for protection to their lives Yasir Arafat. cupied Jammu & Kashmir cupied territory. (IIOJK). "India consolidat- "India is usurping Kashmiri and property. He made ed its illegal and unilateral people’s inalienable right to these directions to police Audition for actions of 5th August 2019 self-determination in willful officials during his visit to before the world," she said. breach of the UN Charter, Rescue 15 Office where “Talent Hunt” The minister said that glob- UN Security Council resolu- SSP (Operations) Dr. Syed at PNCA al human rights landscape tions, and international law. Mustafa Tanveer also briefed presents a bleak picture This ‘Final Solution’, as the him about the performance on Feb 28 of so-called Indian secular fascist BJP-RSS regime calls of department. The SSP state where the abuses and it, can be a major precursor (Operations) said that Res- impunity are writ large espe- to the genocide of Kashmiri cue 15 staff spearheaded by DNA cially in occupied territories. people," she said. Additional SP Farhat Abbass Kazmi is performing its du- ISLAMABAD: Audition for "Some of the leading Human The Genocide Watch has ties very effectively. “Talent Hunt” programme Rights advocates continue to already sounded the alarm He briefed IGP about var- at Pakistan National Council prioritize political, strategic bells. 8 million Kashmiris are ious wings of Rescue 15 of Arts (PNCA) will be held and commercial interests caged up in one of the world’s including Police Complaint on Feburary 28 to discover over human rights values largest concentration camps. Redressal System and also best singers and musicians and principles." she said. Using draconian laws, she about issues at residential from all over the country. Addressing virtually the said that Indian forces have barracks of police employ- PNCA has started this pro- 46th session of UN Human intensified systematic use ees. The IGP was told that gramme for the promotion Rights Council, she said of summary executions, tor- issues of citizens are being of classical and semi-clas- last year, she had present- ture, and rape as a weapon. addressed through police sical to folk, modern tunes ed before this House about She said that hundreds of complaint redressal system and pop singing among the plea and the petition of Kashmiri leaders, such as and 98 percent complaints the younger generation the Kashmiri people where Asiya Andrabi, Shabbir of citizens have been ad- and to groom their hidden India is deploying unprece- Ahmed Shah, Yasin Malik, dressed. The SSP (Opera- talent at National Art Gal- dented demographic engi- Masarat Alam Bhat and tions) said that 4,616 out of lery (NAG). neering, in violation of the journalists like Asif Sultan, 4,723 complaints have been Renowned professionals 4th Geneva Convention, to remain illegally imprisoned addressed while remaining and master artisans in dif- convert the Muslim majori- without any due process. issues are being resolved. ferent specialized music He said that most of the fields would be taking audi- received complaints were tions of registered partici- related to bribery, poor in- pants at PNCA. FBR to publish vestigation, registration of According to an official, Tal- ISLAMABAD: Ambassador of Belarus, Andrei Metelitsa called on Federal Minister for national cases, police attitude and ent Hunt programme attract- food security and research, Syed Fakhar Imam. – DNA applications against Opera- ing large number of young taxpayers’ list tional and Traffic staff. music aspirant as hundred of participants are taking ATC adjourns on March 1st registration of the said pro- Installation of water lawyers' IESCO gramme to show their skills. ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue will publish the issues power He said that the said pro- bail cases Active Taxpayers’ List (ATL) for the Tax Year 2020 on March gramme was an effort to pro- plants at I-8 underway 1st. The list is being published in accordance with the provi- mote music field along with ISLAMABAD: An ATC on sions of Rule 81B of Income Tax Rules, 2002, said an FBR schedule polishing the creative skills ISLAMABAD: Capital Development Authority (CDA) has taken several steps to en - Wednesday adjourned hear- press statement issued here, adding presently, FBR’s ATL of the young blood. sure provision of clean drinking water to the residents of federal capital and a pro - ing on post arrest bail peti- was linked with income tax returns for Tax Year 2019. DNA ject for installation of water treatment plants at I-8 and Sangjani was in progress. tion of five lawyers includ- It said that the ATL was a central record of online Income He said that any citizen can ISLAMABAD: According to CDA has estimated Rs 495 millions for repair and maintenance work of rotten water ing Secretary DBA Liaqat Tax Return filers for the previous Tax Year and was being participate in programme Islamabad Electric Supply adding that competition for Kambo till next date. The published every financial year on March 1st , remaining pipelines, tube wells, water tankers, installation of new pipelines and other projects. Company (IESCO)’s spokes- playing instruments will petitioners' lawyer stated valid up to the last day of February of the next financial year. CDA officials told APP that the best team of the organization led by Chairman Amir man, System Maintenance also be held for both boys Ali Ahmed was working day and night to make Islamabad the most beautiful city in that an identical matter was According to the statement, a persons on the ATL could and girls to present their pending already with the avail many benefits and were not subjected to withholding is in process. Therefore the world. He said there was a serious problem of water in the city in summer but power supply of below men- skills in playing flute, tabla, a strategy had been formulated to solve it and now all sectors of Islamabad would IHC and prayed the court to tax on cash withdrawals, other banking transactions, pay- guitar, violin, keyboard and adjourned the case till its de- ment of fee to educational institutions etc. tioned feeders/areas will be provided with abundant water. The official said providing clean water to the resi - be temporary suspended harmonium,he added. dents was also part of the CDA’s responsibilities. Water is already being provided to cision. ATC Judge Raja Jawad Similarly, for such persons, tax on imports, dividends, Abbas Hassan heard the case as per given schedule: On the federal capital from Khanpur Dam and Simli Dam, he informed adding work was goods, services & contracts, profit on debt, prize & win- on post arrest bail petitions nings, purchase of motor vehicles, purchase and sale of 25th February, 09:00AM to IRSA releases also underway on other projects. The official said water treatment plants were being of the lawyers including Li- property etc. is withheld at a lesser rate. The list would 02:00 PM, Orchard, G-6/3, 101,400 set up in Sector I-8 and Sangjani. He said tube wells in sector G-10, G-11, F-11, I-9, aqat Kambo, Asadullah and include the persons who have filed income tax returns for Polyclinic, Mahfooz Sha- I-10 had been repaired and renovated by the Water Supply Department and water Muhammad Umer in IHC tax year 2020 within the due date or the dates extended by heed, Tarlai, Chatha, Kar- cusecs water supply reservoirs were also being repaired. – DNA ambush case. – DNA the concerned Commissioner Inland Revenue. – DNA war, F-10/2, G-9/4, Sewage ISLAMABAD: Indus River Treatment Plant, Old Ex- System Authority (IRSA) change, G-11 / 2, G-12/4, on Wednesday released Rehara, CM Pak Zong, 101,400 cusecs water from Bahria Enclave, Isolation various rim stations with in- Hospital, Pindi Point, PC, Citizens above 65 to get COVID jabs from March 2 Kohala, Kotli Satyan, Trit, flow of 41,500 cusecs. According to the data re- Pakistan was also one of the first countries that had allowed private sector to conduct Commercial Center, Na- leased by IRSA, water level tional Market, Sector Four, in the Indus River at Tarbe- vaccination and drug regulator had issued guidelines for the private companies Farooq Azam, Liaquat Bagh, la Dam was 1414.71 feet, to set up centers for administering the COVID-19 vaccines, she added Sarafa Bazaar, Rajaabad, Ali which was 22.71 feet high- Market, Bani, Tench Bhat- er than its dead level 1386 ing to a private news channel. table access to vaccines for low- in the second phase of the coro- ta, Askari XI-, Cheering feet. Water inflow and out- Khayam Abbasi The health parliamentary secre- er-income countries. navirus vaccine. Cross-, Amir Sha- flow in the dam was record- tary said the people above the Pakistan was also one of the Replying to a query, she said the heed, Bajniar, Lakho Road, ed as 18,500 and 35,000 ISLAMABAD:Parliamentary age of 65 could register them- first countries that had allowed people would be administered Jahangir Road, Rehmatabad cusecs respectively. Secretary for National Health selves for the vaccination as the private sector to conduct vacci- vaccine in two doses and the sec- I-, FECHS, Mehboob Sha- The water level in the Services Dr Nausheen Hamid second drive would start soon nation and drug regulator had ond dose would be given after heed, MSF , Humayun, Dhamyal 2-, Dhok Noor, Jhelum River at Mangla Wednesday said the citizens after the conclusion of health issued guidelines for the private passing two to three weeks of Mort, Church / UC Lakhan, Dam was 1145.15 feet, above the age of 65 years workers immunization. companies to set up centers for the first dose. Kent, Lehtar I-, Nara Mo- which was 107.15 feet would get COVID jabs from She said the government on administering the COVID-19 vac- She also mentioned that Paki- tor, Klar City, Industrial, higher than its dead level March 2. the recommendation of experts cines, she added. stan was fully prepared for un- Mandira II-, Karnab Kaswal, of 1040 feet whereas the Pakistan under Covax pro- had decided not to inoculate She said around 130 countries dertaking the vaccination cam- gramme would get 2.8 million Mahota Mohra, Raman, inflow and outflow of wa- Chinese made Sinopharm vac- people from all over the country were still lagging behind in the paign and “we all are united in doses of the Oxford-AstraZeneca Mushtaq Hussain, Dharoot, ter was recorded as 11,600 cine to the people of 60 years including Gilgit Baltistan would vaccination process and Paki- this mission. The federal and vaccine after which inoculation or above due to lack of data stan was among 65 countries provincial governments are col- Dharmand Feeders and and 55,000 cusecs respec- receive the vaccine through the of the registered senior citizens available on its efficacy. Covax facility which was a global which had pledged for smooth lectively working to make the surrounding areas will be tively. – APP would start, she said while talk- She said nearly 9 million elderly alliance formed to ensure equi- vaccination process and entered campaign a success.” remain without power. IslamabadPOST 04 TWIN CITIES Thursday, February 25, 2021 Two held Briefs for running illegal LPG Five injured agencies in bikes RAWALPINDI: Rawalpindi district police under an on- collision going operation against ille- ATTOCK: At least five per- gal Liquefied Petroleum Gas son received multiple injuries (LPG) and Petrol agencies when the bikes they were conducted raids and arrest- traveling by collided head ed two accused. According on near Dhok Gama in the to a police spokesman, Race limits of Attock Saddar police Course police netted Mudas- station on Wednesday. sir Abbas and Umar Farooq Two ambulances of Res- for operating illegal LPG cue-1122 shifted the injured agencies. Police confiscated to District Headquarters Hos- LPG cylinders and refilling pital Attock. Those injured gadgets from their posses- were included 7 years old sion and registered separate Mizamil,18 years old Talha, 21 years old Kashif, 23 years cases against both of the ac- old Umer Shahzad and 22 cused, he added. He said, po- years old Nauman. lice would continue operation As per the Rescue 1122 against the rules violators sources the accident took and the illegal petrol and LPG place because of over speed- agencies would be sealed. ing . Two of the injured who Superintendent Police, Po- were in critical condition had tohar warned the violators been shifted to a hospital in to stop the illegal business Rawalpindi. – APP immediately otherwise strict action in accordance with the Campaign to law would be taken. – APP ensure tobacco ISLAMABAD: Turkish ambassador to Pakistan Mustafa Yurdakul in a group photo with students of University of Peshawar. – DNA ‘Sugar being vendors’ offered at govt licensing subsidized ISLAMABAD: Islamabad ‘Malaysia wants to further rate’ Excise and Taxation Depart- ment has launched a cam- ISLAMABAD: Utility Stores paign to ensure the licensing Corporation (USC) Manag- of tobacco retailers to boost ing Director Umer Lodhi increase trade ties with Pakistan’ Wednesday said sugar was revenue, besides collecting real data on tabacco use in being offered at subsidized the federal capital. rate of Rs68 per kilogram at “By getting retailers licensed, The President’s statement came in reference to the bill passed by the French all the Utility Stores Corpora- the local administration can parliament’s lower house on Tuesday with overwhelming majority that would tion (USC)’s outlets. ensure the implementation of Talking to a private news Tobacco Vendors Act (TVA) strengthen oversight of mosques, in an act of discrimination against Muslims channel, he said as per prime and monitor the tobacco sale minister’s directives, the rele- across the city, “ Director Ex- Shujat Hamza vant departments were crack- cise Bilal Azam told APP on ing down against the essen- Wednesday. The campaign ISLAMABAD: H.E. Ikram Bin Mu- tial commodities hoarders in was launched after serving hammad Ibrahim, High Commission- the market. The government prior notices to the tobacco er of Malaysia in Pakistan said that machinery was fully active to retailers for obtaining licens- his country wanted to have greater ensure the availability of qual- es. He said the move would bilateral trade with Pakistan as both ity edibles at affordable pric- help saving the environment countries have good potential to do es and no negligence would and children from falling trade in many items. He said that be tolerated in that regard, prey to the trap of tobacco food processing products of Pakistan he said adding sugar, flour companies as well as getting have good scope to penetrate in Pak-Malaysia FTA to improve two-way Khan, President, Islamabad Chamber could find a good market in Malaysia. Triangle on priority basis to facilitate and ghee were expensive in them addicted to nicotine Malaysian market. He said that the trade volume. He expressed these of Commerce & Industry said that Sardar Yasir Ilyas Khan said that a the growth of industrial activities and the open market as compered and other addictives in these lack of better connectivity between views while speaking as Chief Guest Pak-Malaysia bilateral trade was not large number of industries including exports promotion. Mian Akram Far- to the USC’s outlets. products. Azam said licensing the private sectors of Malaysia and at a reception organized by Mian Arif reflective of the real potential of both some prominent pharmaceutical com- id, Chairman Founder Group said that Lodhi, however, said the bounds the vendors to submit Pakistan was a hurdle in promoting Hussain, former Executive Member, countries and both should facilitate panies were operating in the Kahuta the government was keen to promote price of sugar at utility stores an undertaking for not selling bilateral trade up to the real poten- Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & private sectors in promoting two-way Industrial Triangle, but this industrial industrialization for economic stabili- was Rs68 per kg, 20 kg bag of tobacco products to someone Industry at Kahuta Industrial Trian- trade. He said that many Pakistani estate was totally ignored for devel- ty. However, he urged that the govern- flour Rs800 and ghee Rs170 below age 18. tial of both countries that needed to be addressed. He said that Pakistani gle. Sardar Yasir Ilyas Khan President products including rice, wheat, man- opment due to which it was plagued ment should focus on addressing the per kg under the package. He said the sale of loose cig- ICCI, Mian Akram Farid Chairman goes, halal food, seafood, meat prod- with many problems including broken key issues of the industrial sector on He further said every citizen arettes was already banned manufacturers should focus on prod- ucts that have greater demand in the Founder Group and a large number ucts, cutlery & sports goods, spices, roads, faulty street lights, non-func- an urgent basis and develop all exist- had the equal right to buy sug- and the establishment of to- of business communities of twin cities handicrafts, light engineering goods, tional water and sewerage systems. ing industrial estates on modern lines ar from the utility stores and bacco kiosks or selling points global market to improve exports. He were present at the occasion. Speak- hospital and surgical equipment, He urged that CDA should start de- that would give a boost to industrial the quality of sugar being sold within 50 yards of an educa- said that private sectors of both coun- ing at the occasion, Sardar Yasir Ilyas pharmaceuticals and gems & jewelry velopment works in Kahuta Industrial activities and improve exports. at the USC outlets was also tional institute was also pro- tries should take full advantage of the hibited as TVA. far better than the open mar- To a query, the director said ket. The USC managing di- Excise teams were conduct- rector asked the public to act ing raids at sheesha centres, Ufone brings Punjab talent hunt responsibly, saying that some following Supreme Court dealers could be involved in orders for complete ban on getting sugar from the utility such practices in the premis- STARZPLAY by stores on fraudulent means. competitions held at PUCAR He said it was almost impos- es of federal capital. The official data with the de- man PHA Malik Abid Hussain said that of Punjab Chief Minister Mr. Usman sible to differentiate between partment has issued licenses Cinepax for U Ibrar Khan our youth are very creative, Talent Hunt Bazar, a Talent Hunt Program has the genuine customers and to some 965 tobacco shops will further enhance the art of the youth. been launched to promote arts and dealers. The dealers sent across the city and collected sets of movies including Harry their workers as customers haheen anif RAWALPINDI: Punjab council of the The interest of students in poetry culture in the province. Talent hunt Rs 931600 tobacco vendor S H Potter, James Bond and Bat- in the stores for purchasing man plus STARZPLAY Origi- Arts has organized Punjab Talent Hunt and fiction is commendable. In the has helped in highlighting the creativ- fee including renewal and reg- competitions in poetry, fiction and paint- painting competitions, the children ity of our children. Prizes were award- the sugar, he added. istration during last two fiscal ISLAMABAD: Keeping cus- nals like Kaash Keh. Subscrib- Replying a query, he said tomer convenience a top ers can also view Pakistani ing at the district level in Rawalpindi. have given a message of peace to the ed for positions in poetry, fiction and years. – APP The special guest of the competitions world by painting beautiful pictures of painting. Hundreds of students from a customer could only pur- priority, Ufone has partnered movies like Laal Kabootar and chase 4kg sugar in a day from with STARZPLAY by Cine- Motorcycle Girl and Pakistani was Vice Chairman PHA Malik Abid Pakistan. Director Arts Council Waqar schools, colleges and universities par- Hussain. While addressing Vice Chair- Ahmed said that in line with the vision ticipated in the competitions. the utility stores. He said Committee pax to provide variety of lat- short films which showcases a sufficient stock of sugar, formed to make est TV shows, movies, kids’ STARZPLAY’s support in ghee, flour, rice and pulses entertainment and Pakistani strengthening the local talent was available with the corpo- proposals for dedicated content including of Pakistan. Now entertain- ration. He said the Ramazan selected titles in full HD with ment is truly just a click away, Relief Package summary next census flexible payment plans. Ufone no matter what time of the day. had also been finalized and subscribers can now stream To subscribe to STARZPLAY, it would be forwarded soon ISLAMABAD: The govern- their favorite shows from any visit www.starzplay.pk/ufone ment has formed a commit- to the Ministry of Industries device at all times; also getting and choose a price plan. Fill and Production. – APP tee to make recommenda- the opportunity to download in the mobile number after tions based on international all their shows for offline view- which click the “Start your best practices for the next ing. The platform is available Trial” button. Enter the verifi- PUC to national census. The min- for all Ufone pre- and postpaid istry of planning, develop- cation code sent via SMS and customers to enjoy unlimited celebrate ‘One ment and special initiatives start streaming STARZPLAY, has included prominent movies, videos and short films. anytime, anywhere. Speaking nation on demographers, researchers The service is available to at the launch of the Ufone and and experts in the commit- users all across Pakistan with STARZPLAY partnership, Arif Destination’ tee. The committee will a daily price point for as low Baig Mohamed, Chairman be headed by the Deputy as Rs. 8/day, weekly price Cinepax Group, comment- month Chairman Planning Com- of Rs. 59/week and monthly ed: “While STARZPLAY ISLAMABAD: Special Rep- mission Dr. Mohammad price of Rs. 239/ month. The has a superb reputation for resentative to the Prime Jehanzeb Khan, a press re- STARZPLAY app is available entertaining our Pakistani Minister on Religious Har- lease issued by the Planning for both Android and iOS de- audience with an impressive mony and Middle East Hafiz ministry said on Tuesday. vices for Ufone customers. library of movies, TV shows Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi on It may be recalled that the After signing up, users can and more, our partner- Wednesday said Pakistan Ul- results of National Census get a free trial, before they are ship with Ufone will help ema Council will celebrate 2017 have not yet been pub- charged for their subscription. to strengthen our growing the month of March as “One lished as they await approv- STARZPLAY users can view subscriber base and allow nation One destination” to al of the Council of Com- top TV shows like Friends, The Ufone prepaid and postpaid promote harmony among var- mon Interests (CCI). The Vampire Diaries, The Flash customers to stream top ISLAMABAD: A large number of people participating in walk for mass awareness campaign ious segments of society. federal cabinet constituted and The Walking Dead, box content. against drug abuse from D-Chowk to Parliament House. – DNA Speaking at Istahkam-e-Pa- the committee to look into kistan Conference, Hafiz the issues and complaints Tahir, who is also Chairman which had caused a delay in Pakistan Ulema Council, said the approval and issuance of the conferences, seminars census results. and conventions would be The cabinet committee af- VC’s emphasize over Student Centric Policies held at Masajid, Madaris and ter detailed deliberations effective role in inculcating values of responsi- practical example.They were of the view that developed by the Vice Chancellors on 19 & worship places from March recommended that the re- Staff Report ble, critical thinking, citizenship, peace, co-ex- the new education policy should be aimed at 20th April 2017 should be implemented. 1 to 31 on diverse topics like sults of census conducted istence, tolerance and harmony. Necessary producing responsible, active and tolerant citi- The panel discussion was conducted was Mur- peace, moderation and pro- in 2017 may be approved ISLAMABAD: Prior to 3rd Rectors Conference revisions should be made to incorporate these zens equipped with the problem solving, critical taza Noor Executive Director APSUP while Mr. moting brotherhood in the for publishing and at the 2021, an important online panel discussion was values as part of curriculum especially at un- thinking , conflict resolution and other required Mohiuddin Wani Additional Secretary/Focal country. He said religious same time the process and successfully concluded on the topic of “Debat- dergraduate level. Through such engagements, skills. The speakers emphasized over provision Person Ministry of Federal Education and Pro- scholars must not be preju- methodology for collection ing Pakistan Education Policy 2021: Student students get the chance to enhance their skills of counselling services at each university cam- fessional Training shared the background, ob- diced. Rather they would play of data may be reviewed to Centric Policies and Effective engagement of in the team work and in leading other students pus to provide guidance to the students and fac- jectives and consultation process in formulating their role for protecting mi- make sure that these are ac- Students”. The panel comprising of concerned for specific well defined causes. However, ulty over stress and emotional management and new education policy. The speakers included norities. Interfaith Harmony cording to the international stakeholders including government officials there is a need of innovations in this model, future career pathways. It was also suggested Prof. Dr. Muhammad Mukhtar Vice chancellor Councils will promote toler- best practices in the future. from the Federal Ministry of Education and Pro- and societies/ clubs must start thinking about that vibrant university campuses are only possi- National Skills University Islamabad, Prof. Dr ance, compassion and broth- The committee also recom- fessional Training, Vice-Chancellors and leading contributing to the societal issues (rather ble through independent functioning of student Athar Mehboob Vice Chancellor the Islamia erhood in the society. He said mended that the next cen- academics suggested various recommenda- than restricting themselves to the university/ societies/clubs and provision of required space University Bahawalpur, Prof. Dr. Asghar Zaidi that conspiracies were being sus may be conducted at an tions for incorporating in new education policy departmental level activities only). & financial resources for student led activities. Vice chancellor Government College Universi- hatched to tarnish the image early date without waiting which is going to be announced by the federal Some recent innovations regarding the student It was also demanded that 34 points Roadmap ty Lahore, Prof. Dr. Rukhsana Kasur Vice chan- of Pakistan’s institutions and for the ten-year gap. government soon. The panel discussion was or- societies at GC University Lahore offer good on Peaceful and Tolerant University Campuses cellor Government College Women University urged the nation to frustrate The federal cabinet has en- ganized by Superior University, Association of Sialkot, Prof. Dr. Razia Sultana Vice chancellor nefarious designs of the en- dorsed the recommendations Private Sector Universities Pakistan (APSUP), Benazir Bhutto Women University Peshawar, emies. Fatwas and decisions of the committee. These Inter University Consortium for Promotion of Prof. Dr. Tayyaba Zarif Dean Faculty Social based on prejudiced thinking recommendations will be Social Sciences Pakistan (IUCPSS), University Sciences Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University were neither accepted by presented to the Council of of Lahore, and Government College University Nawabshah, Prof. Dr. Rauf I Azam Pro Rector the nation in the past and Common Interests (CCI) for Lahore. There was consensus among the speak- University of Lahore, Prof. Dr. Wasim Qazi Vice nor will be acknowledged in final approval. In the mean- ers over vibrant university campuses through Chancellor Iqra University Karachi, Prof. Dr. the future. He said that the while, the Government has active involvement of students in various ac- Vali Uddin Vice chancellor Sir Syed University incumbent government has constituted the Committee tivities.The speakers urged that the higher of Engineering and Technology Karachi and been making endeavours for deliberating on the cen- education policies should be student centric. Prof. Dr. Tahir Hijazi Vice Chancellor Muslim to protect the honor and sus process, data collection In order to ensure effective engagement of Youth University Islamabad. Released by Mur- sanctity of Namoos-e-Risalat and field operation methodol- students at the campuses, student societies/ taza Noor National Coordinator Inter Universi- and belief in the finality of ogies used around the world clubs should be strengthened. ty Consortium for Promotion of Social Sciences for Census. – APP Prophethood at the interna- These student societies should also play an Pakistan Cell 0300 9840120 tional level. – APP Thursday, February 25, 2021 05 IslamabadPOST Pakistan’s First And Only Diplomatic Daily Editor-in-Chief: Ansar Mahmood Bhatti Decline in FDI Deputy Editor: Abid Raza World Environment Day CCORDING to the State Bank of Pakistan, there ABC CERTIFIED HIS year, to mark the launch of the UN’s Dec- has been a decline in Pakistan’s Foreign Direct In - ade on Ecosystem Restoration 2021-2030, Paki- A vestment (FDI) numbers. During the first seven Vol: 01 Issue: 285 T stan has officially been made the host of World months of the current fiscal year, from July to January, the Email: [email protected] Environment Day. It seems that our efforts to combat FDI fell by 27 percent compared to the same period last Phone: 051-2266165 / 051-2261960 climate change and minimise its effects on the country year. Pakistan fetched FDI amounting to $1,145.3 million are receiving international recognition and appreciation. in this half of the financial year, compared to $1,577 mil - Off: Awan Plaza, Block 18-A, G-8 Markaz Islamabad Taking advantage of the platform being extended to us, lion in the same period of the last fiscal year, thus show - we must ensure that we use this opportunity to bolster ing a decline of $431.7 million. The government ought to our diplomatic reach within the environmental sector not panic too much over these numbers nor blame itself— to learn, emulate and produce innovative solutions to this is, after all, a comparison between post-pandemic and repair the ecosystem. pre-pandemic numbers. FDI, like all other areas of busi - According to the UN Environment Programme’s (UNEP) ness, was bound to suffer due to the lockdown, shrinking Executive Director, Inger Andersen, our country has of the world economy and restrictions on travel. shown immense resolve for the cause of improving envi- The pandemic has eroded the trust of investors in invest- ment—which has an adverse impact on every step of FDI, ronmental conditions. Starting with the 10 Billion Tree including input supplies, increasing uncertainties and li- Tsunami project to the Ecosystem Restoration Fund and quidity constraints for the multinational firms. There are Spring Tree Plantation Campaign that utilises the Miyawa- also other external factors out of the government’s control. ki technique, Pakistan’s Ministry of Climate Change has A major chunk of the recent foreign investment was con- been on the move constantly. tributed by China, which has remained the largest investor This is a testament to our commitment towards ecologi- with over 35 percent share in overall FDI. This means that cal restoration and protection. Hence, hosting the World our fate is inextricably tied to China’s. Details showed that Environment Day is not only an award but also a chance net inflow of FDI from China was $402.8 million against for our authorities to take charge and lead other nations $502.6m in the same period of last fiscal year. through the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration. Yet this does not mean that the government should sit easy. The event promises to highlight Pakistan and the environ- Even if the state has been dealt difficult cards, it can still mental issues it faces along with the initiatives the gov- act wisely to ensure that it can utilise the maximum bene- ernment has taken domestically. Our diplomatic reach is fit to the country out of this situation. It needs to pick up bound to expand substantially especially considering that on the sectors of investment less affected by the pandemic there has never been specific focus on environmental and diversify our FDI plans. The status quo for international progress we have achieved throughout the years. Howev- investment for Pakistan has always focused on coal and pow- er, the long ahead is still long. Ecosystem restoration is er—but the government should tap into the small, growing something the government has worked on, but other as- sectors, such as technology, to see how it can build a more pects of climate change such as pollution lie ignored. It is sustainable economic base, even in times of crisis. time to adopt a holistic approach. Social justice issues are constantly in the focus of SCO pledged to address poverty and unemployment, as well as to Organization stated that the COVID-19 coronavirus pandem- work. Over the past decade, the spread of broadband, cloud Vladimir Norov build stable, secure, and just societies. ic was experiencing the worst crisis since World War II. The computing and big data has led to the introduction of digital plat- However, 12 years have been passed before the General As- quarantine measures have affected 3.3 billion people, or 81 forms in several sectors of the economy that have a significant sembly adopted the above-mentioned special resolution on per cent of the world’s workforce, in temporary full or partial impact on society. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the rapid the initiative of the Kyrgyz Republic, one of the founding closures. The loss of working hours during 2020 compared to onlineization of a large part of business life, the work of the most members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. The the fourth quarter of 2019 was 8.8% and was equivalent to the important government and educational services has shown the document was co-sponsored by 76 UN Member States, in- loss of 255 million jobs, about four times more than during effectiveness of IT technologies. The practice has shown not cluding the SCO Families countries - Kazakhstan, China, the the global financial crisis of 2009. only the importance and demand of Internet platforms, but also Russian Federation, Tajikistan, Pakistan, Mongolia, Belarus, The effects of the new coronavirus pandemic have increased reflected their successes in creating new jobs, forming a funda- Azerbaijan, Armenia, Nepal, and Turkey. By adopting this im- the total sovereign debt of all countries by $24 trillion. last mentally new level of the relationship between supplier and con- portant document, the UN Member States have recognized year, bringing it to a record of $281 trillion. This represents sumer on a global scale, leveling geographical and socio-political that social development and social justice are necessary to 355% of global GDP. Twenty years ago, the member states of boundaries. By 2030, the world is expected to have about 30% ensure and maintain peace and security within and between the Shanghai Cooperation Organization made a commitment of the world’s smart jobs, and the global economy will grow by countries, and that, in turn, social development and social to cooperate and engage in political, economic, and cultural 13.4 trillion, thanks to the widespread adoption of digital tech- justice cannot be achieved in the absence of peace and se- and humanitarian spheres are guided by the noble principles nologies. Euro. Following last year’s SCO Summit, the heads of curity or in the absence of respect for all human rights and and goals enshrined in the SCO Charter of 7 June 2002, the the member states adopted the Statement on Cooperation in fundamental freedoms. Member States have also recognized Treaty on Long-Term Neighbourhood, Friendship and Coop- the Digital Economy, which notes that the consequences of the that large-scale and sustainable economic growth in the con- eration of SCO Member States of 16 August 2007, and the socio-economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic neces- text of sustainable development is a prerequisite for social Shanghai Cooperation Organization Development Strategy sitate the acceleration of digitalization in various sectors of the development and social justice. until 20 July 2015. The SCO Strategy stated that “there are economy, including the SCO space. Special to Islamabad POST It is also particularly important for the international commu- preconditions for bringing the SCO to a qualitatively new lev- The enormous potential for cooperation in digital transfor- nity to recognize in the resolution that globalization and in- el, characterized by increased cooperation in the fields of pol- mation has been highlighted and the importance of strength- The enormous potential terdependence through trade, investment and capital flows, icy, security, economy, development of cultural and humani- ening comprehensive digitalization cooperation to narrow as well as advances in technology, including information tech- tarian ties, increased participation in the affairs of the region the digital divide for economic growth has been highlighted. for cooperation in nology, offer new opportunities for the growth of the world and the process of global regulation.” The SCO countries There is an interest in the development under the auspices of economy and the recovery and improvement of living stand- intend to encourage the international community to give the UN of a broad exchange of experience and best practices digital transformation ards around the world, while serious financial crises, inse- equal importance to “all kinds of human rights, including the in the digital economy. In summary, I would like to point has been highlighted curity, poverty, exclusion and inequality within and between right to development.” Among the main goals and objectives out the following points. The founding principles of the SCO societies, and obstacles to further integration into the global of the SCO in the Strategy are “deepening trade, economic since its founding have been mutual trust, mutual benefit, and the importance economy, and full participation of developing countries, as and investment cooperation, as well as joint project activities equality, mutual consultation, respect for multiculturalism well as some countries in transition. It should also be noted on the priority areas of cooperation for the sustainable de- and the desire for joint development. Strictly adhering to of strengthening that UN Member States were unanimous in recognizing the velopment of member states, improving the well-being and the principles of solidarity in accordance with the Shanghai need to further strengthen the international community’s ef- standard of living of their population.” Spirit, the Organization in its day-to-day activities is based on comprehensive forts to eradicate poverty, ensure full employment, decent One of the key elements of the fight against the pandemic is “the implementation of international cooperation in resolv- digitalization cooperation work, gender equality, social well-being, and social justice for ensuring equitable, universal access to COVID-19 vaccines, ing international problems of economic, social, cultural and all. The International Labour Organization, which includes which requires a portfolio of effective and safe drugs, and humanitarian nature”. to narrow the digital divide all SCO Families, adopted the ILO Declaration on Social Jus- helping interested member countries deliver vaccines to Social justice issues are complex. At this difficult time, scones tice and Fair Globalization on 10 June 2008. The Declara- those in need. At present, on the one hand, several positive countries demonstrate mutual support, solidarity, mutual for economic growth has tion emphasizes the guarantee of equitable outcomes for all results have been achieved in the development of COVID-19 assistance and work together both within our Organization, been highlighted. There through employment, social protection, social dialogue and vaccines, and many countries have approved plans for large- which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, and on fundamental principles, and workplace rights. scale vaccination. On the other hand, the gradual rise of self- the international stage, within the FRAMEWORK of the UN is an interest in the The Declaration has been adopted at a crucial political mo- ishness in this regard deals a serious blow to global coop- system. Our countries are determined to overcome the dire ment and reflects the strong consensus that globalization eration in the fight against the pandemic. It is necessary to consequences of the coronavirus pandemic, are advocating development under needs to make a strong social sound to achieve greater and ensure that all people can get vaccinated as soon as possible, for overcoming political instability in different parts of the fairer outcomes for all. It also reflects the real prospects for said UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterish. “If the virus world, such as Afghanistan, Syria, other hotspots, and work- the auspices of the UN development by highlighting the importance of viable en- can spread in developing countries, it will mutate “again and ing to address global problems of poverty, climate disasters, of a broad exchange terprises in increasing employment and generating income again”, and its new species may become more contagious, terrorism, extremism, and other destructive factors that hin- opportunities for all. The issues of ensuring and promoting more deadly,” the UN Secretary General stressed. der good neighbourliness and joint development. The Decla- of experience and social justice, removing barriers and obstacles of all kinds, in- At a critical juncture in the global response to the epidemic, ration of the MOSCOW SUMMIT emphasizes that member cluding on the basis of gender, age, race, ethnicity or religion, SCO member countries are showing that they are fulfilling states will continue to strengthen the SCO as a pillar of the best practices in culture or disability, have been and remain on the agenda their commitments to promote research and spread vac- emerging more representative and just world order, based of our countries of the large SCO Families, which are both cines. For example, China’s accession to COVAX, which aims on the rule of international law, first of all, the UN Charter, the digital economy active and active members of the United Nations and make to ensure that all countries and regions of the world are fairly respect for civilizational diversity and the independent choice a great contribution to this global international organization, vaccinated against coronavirus, is solely aimed at promoting by peoples of the path of their political and socio-economic N 20 February, “World Social Justice Day” is celebrat- whose commitment to social justice lies at the heart of all the equitable distribution of vaccines on a global scale. This development, equal partnership of states in order to ensure ed every year since 2009 in accordance with a spe- , the promotion and respect for human dignity. Referring is a de facto guarantee that the vaccines will be available to equal, joint, indivisibility, integrated and sustainable security, O cial UN General Assembly resolution A/RES/62/10 to the joint cohesive work of all UN Member States, culmi- developing countries, as well as an important signal to other progressive growth and prosperity in the SCO space and the adopted on 26 November 2007. The aim of The World Sol- nating in the adoption by the UN General Assembly of the Powers, an active call to join the programme. implementation of the Agenda for Sustainable Development idarity Day is to draw the world’s attention to the need to resolution on World Social Justice Day, I would like to empha- Like many other dates established by the United Nations for that period 2030. promote social justice, which includes joint efforts to address size the importance and timeliness of its adoption, because, Organization, World Social Justice Day has a new “theme” There is no doubt that the successful implementation of the issues such as poverty, exclusion, gender inequality, unem- in the course of time and in view of the raging pandemic of each year to focus on one aspect or another. For example, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization’s 2021-2025 Develop- ployment, non-compliance with human rights and social in- coronavirus infection, which is already going on as a “third theme of 2019 is “If you want peace and development, work ment Strategy, approved by the Council of Heads of State of security. The world summit, held in Copenhagen in March wave” and has affected almost all corners of the world, it is for social justice.” In 2020, the theme “Bridging the gap in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, in 2020, will enable 1995, was the precondition for a new date, 20 February, social justice that is the fundamental principle of peaceful inequality to achieve social justice” was defined. The theme our countries to make a major contribution to the issues of and at which the social development of modern society was and prosperous coexistence in the countries themselves. so of the 2021 day is “Social Justice in the Digital Economy.” social justice and social well-being for all. proclaimed. At the summit, more than 100 political leaders well between different countries. The International Labour The digital economy is fundamentally changing the sphere of – The writer is the SCO Secretary General Western media’s negativity on China and Xinjiang HERE certainly is a method in this madness. to falsely show China as a nation that has no regard Let us make no mistake that the way China has dealt Irfan Shahzad Takalvi It is obvious. Vilify China, malign the country, for rights of people, including its own. with extremism and terrorism has brought peace and T its institutions and beyond that its very peo- This desperation is a result of failing to digest Chi- stability not only to Xinjiang, but it has also contrib- ple, is the ostensible objective. na’s miraculous peaceful rise, and in recent months, uted positively to peace and stability in the whole China’s ban on airing of BBC World has generated a failure to digest China’s splendid successful effort region of Central and west Asia. Furthermore, vo- lot of debate in recent days. Prior to that, however, against pandemic. It is aimed at creating an image of cational training and educational centers – what the the UK had also banned airing of CGTN. Yet, it was China that ignites doubts in the minds of people in Western media so falsely labels as ‘camps’ – have not only a tit-for-tat decision on part of Beijing. increasing numbers of countries that are flocking to changed the lives of thousands – if not hundreds of Global media’s especially BBC’s reporting on Chi- China as partners of Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). thousands of families towards better. While reporting na in general as well as Hong Kong and Xinjiang Xinjiang, again, is an example worth mentioning. Xin- about Xinjiang, Western media so conveniently and in particular need to be understood in proper con - jiang, undoubtedly, is bridge between China and the unprofessionally highlight the concocted stories of text. What has been reported about Xinjiang, spe - Muslim World – more so between China and Pakistan. few individuals whose sole purpose is to garner un- cially, is devoid of required journalistic standards What the West is trying to do is to turn this bridge due sympathies, seek asylum and get visas – so on of fact-fullness and transparency. It amounts to into a wall. Western media is serving as the vanguard and so forth. And it is not limited to Western media slander. It is based on flimsy and in some cases in this attack, in the form of misinformation and disin- alone: the same we see increasingly elsewhere. out-rightly concocted ‘evidence’. In case of origin formation. That is how BRI, and its flagship projects It is a professional duty of independent and impartial of COVID-19 and China’s response to pandemic as such as CPEC, are being targeted – for sabotage. media that China’s story – be it response to pandemic well, facts have been twisted, situation has been The reality is that Xinjiang of today is a peaceful, fast or effective de-radicalization, anti-terror and anti-ex- Xinjiang, again, is an angled to give a certain, preconceived message. developing, increasingly open region of China. I have tremism policies – is reported that way it exactly is. Add to it the reports about situation in Hong Kong – had chances to visit Xinjiang a number of times over Importantly, how China’s policies contribute towards example worth mentioning. where those vandalizing public and private properties past about 13 years, repeatedly. I have met people of regional and global peace, stability and development and putting thousands of lives in danger are promot- all ethnic backgrounds and all walks of life. It would must be told. Transformation of people’s lives, and Xinjiang, undoubtedly, is ed as ‘heroes of democracy. One can easily decipher not be an overstatement to say that Xinjiang’s people their socio-economic development, particularly in that this falls drastically short of standards and level are living happy, content lives. Xinjiang, should be reported about as those actually bridge between China and of journalism expected from a media houses of global Yes, there may always a segment of society in every are. Examples of inter-ethnic harmony must be shown the Muslim World – more repute. Impartiality is lacking. country which is never happy with their government to the world. China’s transnational development and Why so? My understanding is that it is out of despera- and state’s policies. No country and region is an ex- connectivity initiatives that are making hugely posi- so between China and tion. This is not limited to any one major Western me- ception, and so may be Xinjiang of China. But one has tive impact on the lives of partner countries must be dia house but some indeed are doing it with noted in- to talk about the majority. My own direct observation reflected to the world. Pakistan. What the West is tensity. As mentioned above, anti-Chinese ‘reporting’ is that 99.9% of people are happy being the citizen’s – The author is founding president of Eurasian trying to do is to turn this is a common thread of propaganda that runs through of a rising global power; they are confident about the Century Institute (ECI), Islamabad, which also almost all the media in the West. The objective is to way their nation is developing continuously and their runs a center dedicatedly studying Xinjiang. bridge into a wall demonize China, to present China in a negative light, lives are being transformed, towards the better. He may be accessed at [email protected] IslamabadPOST 06 WORLD / SPORTS Thursday, February 25, 2021 Briefs Match-6 PSL-6 Fixture CJCSC meets Wednesday, February 24: v Islamabad Emirati United (7pm) Friday, February 26: La- military -6 hore Qalandars v (3pm); Peshawar leadership Zalmi v From Page 01 (8pm) the level and scope of mili- Saturday, February 27: tary engagements between Karachi Kings v Multan both countries and reaf- Sultans (2pm); Peshawar firmed to continue to forge Zalmi v Islamabad United deeper strategic ties. Chair- (7pm) man JCSC also visited Inter- Sunday, February 28: Ka- national Defence Exhibition Islamabad United beat rachi Kings v Lahore Qalan- & Conference (IDEX) and dars (7pm) Naval Defence & Maritime Monday, March 1: Islama- Security Exhibition (NAV- bad United v Quetta Gladia- DEX) in Abu Dhabi. CJCSC tors (7pm) visited the stalls established Wednesday, March 3: by different organisations Kings by five wickets Karachi Kings v Peshawar from Pakistan as well as par- Zalmi (2pm); Quetta Glad- ticipating Pak Naval Ships. iators v Multan Sultans Chairman JCSC lauded the (7pm) efforts of these organiza- Thursday, March 4: La- tions in showcasing Paki- hore Qalandars v Islamabad stan’s indigenously man- United (7pm) ufactured defence related Friday, March 5: Multan equipment at global level. Sultans v Karachi Kings On the sidelines of the exhi- (7pm) bition, Chairman JCSC also Saturday, March 6: Islam- called on General Enzo Vec- abad United v Quetta Glad- ciarelli, Italy’s Chief of De- iators (2pm); Peshawar fence (CHOD). During the Zalmi v meetings, Chairman JCSC (7pm) said that Pakistan defence Sunday, March 7: Multan manufacturing sector is ca- Sultans v Quetta Gladiators pable of meeting the bulk (2pm); Islamabad United v requirements of foreign Karachi Kings (7pm) customers in the select ar- Wednesday, March 10: eas of medium to high end v Karachi technologies. Kings (7pm) Thursday, March 11: Quetta Gladiators v Lahore Pakistan, Qalandars (7pm) Lanka mull Friday, March 12: Multan Sultans v Peshawar Zalmi $1b bilateral (3pm); Islamabad United v Lahore Qalandars (8pm) trade Saturday, March 13: From Page 01 Quetta Gladiators v Kara- the two countries for pro- Kings were firm favourites to keep from the middle order, especially with nine 4s and eight big ones. Islamabad United: , chi Kings (2pm); Multan motion of cultural linkages, DNA their winning streak going. (42) and Iftikhar Squads: Asif Ali, Fawad Ahmed, Faheem Sultans v Islamabad United human resource develop- However, then came the most Ahmed (), to seal the win. Karachi Kings: Amir Yamin, Ar- Ashraf, Hussain Talat, Musa (7pm) ment, and capacity building ISLAMABAD: Islamabad United expensive over of PSL history, Earlier, and Babar shad Iqbal, , Colin Khan, , , Sunday, March 14: Quetta in diverse. The Pakistan beat Karachi Kings by five wickets bowled by , whose Azam’s 176-run stand for the open- Ingram, , Moham- Hassan Ali, Paul Stirling, Lewis Gladiators v Peshawar Zal- side announced 100 schol- in the sixth fixture of the Pakistan seven-ball third over was bled for ing saw Karachi finish with mad Amir, Sharjeel Khan, Waqas Gregory, , Rohail Nazir, mi (2pm); Lahore Qaland- arships in the field of med- Super League (PSL) at Karachi’s 29 runs by Alex Hales (46). 196-3. Sharjeel, in particular, was Maqsood, , Dan Ali Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Moham- ars v Karachi Kings (7pm) icine (MBBS and BDS) for National Stadium on Wednesday. That over gave a massive boost to in devastating form. After being Christian, Chadwick Walton, Joe mad Wasim Jr, Ahmed Saifi Abdul- Monday, March 15: Is- Sri Lankan students. Despite putting up a huge 197- the Islamabad run-rate and set the dropped by Hales, the lefty from Clarke, , Danish Aziz, lah, Zeeshan Zameer lamabad United v Peshawar Earlier, Prime Minister run score on the board, Islamabad tone for the rest of the innings. It Hyderabad made capital city bowl- Mohammad Ilyas, Zeeshan Malik, The ball-by-ball updates of the Zalmi (7pm) Imran Khan met with the were struggling at 13-2 and the still needed some clutch cameos ers pay with a 59-ball 105 laced Qasim Akram match are below the line. Tuesday, March 16: Mul- Sri Lankan President, tan Sultans v Lahore Qalan- Gotabaya Rajapaksa, at the dars (7pm) President House in Colom- Thursday, March 18: bo on Wednesday. The one- China’s E-sports Qualifier (1 v 2) (7pm) on-one meeting between the US seeking seat on UN Friday, March 19: Elimi- two leaders was followed by nator 1 (3 v 4) (7pm) delegation-level talks. The Association eager for Saturday, March 20: talks were held in a warm Eliminator 2 (loser Quali- and cordial atmosphere. collaboration with Pak rights council: Blinken fier v winner Eliminator 1) BEIJING: China’s Beijing radar for decades. General Blinken told the council in a video he called the Geneva forum’s “dispro- (7pm) E-sports Association eager perceptions of gaming re- Web Desk message. portionate focus” on its ally Israel. Monday, March 22: Final Kashmir for collaboration with Paki- main skeptical. As the news “We humbly ask for the support of all The council, established in 2006, (7pm) issue needs stan, Gwadar Pro reported came out, the majority of WASHINGTON: The United States UN member states in our bid to return has a stand-alone item on the Pal - on Wednesday. China, USA Pakistani netizens reacted will seek election to the United Na- to a seat in this body.” estinian territories on its agenda “PDM does dialogue and South Korea are domi- positively, yet some post- tions Human Rights Council, US Sec- Annual elections for three-year mem- every session — the only topic retary of State Antony Blinken said on bership on the 47-member council are that receives such treatment, and From Page 01 nating forces in the global ed their concerns under not need Wednesday. scheduled to be held at the UN Gener- a move which both Democratic de-escalate hostility and re- E-sports arena, and now, the Minister’s Twitter an- The announcement comes three al Assembly in October. Britain, China and Republican administrations sume trade ties but Indian electronic sports are in nouncement as well. “I am institutions’ years after former president Donald and Russia are among current mem- have opposed. PM Narendra Modi rejected the process of being grant- not surprised that such a Trump’s administration withdrew the bers. Each year, roughly 15 new mem- While Washington vowed to begin ac- support” the offer, he told. ed as an official sport for proposal triggered public US from the council. bers are voted in, to replace those tive participation in the council’s ac- We cannot be prospered Pakistan. According to the debates. Years ago, the From Page 01 “I’m pleased to announce the United whose terms are complete. tivities immediately, it could not auto- until resolution of disputes report, Federal Minister majority of Chinese did not “We criticize only when States will seek election to the Human Blinken added that the Biden adminis- matically regain the membership after among us, he asserted. for Science and Technology, take gaming and E-sports their character is not neu- Rights Council for the 2022-24 term,” tration would work to eliminate what walking away in June 2018. Meanwhile, PM Imran said Fawad Hussain, confirmed seriously.” Liu Zhen re- tral. It is heartening to see that terrorism has greatly that discussions regarding acted to the comments. “I institutions function within affected Pakistan and Sri the legitimization for Paki- think people need to un- their boundaries”, he add- Lanka by exploiting its tour- stan’s E-sports among Pa- derstand that, just like in ed. He said that in the Char- ism sector. Sri Lanka and kistan Sports Board and Pa- every other sport, there are ter of Democracy, our po- Pakistan have signed memo- kistan Science Federation only a few who can ‘make sition was that the correct randum of understanding to are underway, while the it’ and become world-class procedure should be adopt- promote tourism of both the memorandum has already athletes. It takes commit- ed in the Senate elections. countries, he stated. The been signed. Moreover, the ment, concentration and The secret ballot cannot be premier further asked the first Pakistan E-sport tour- sadly yet most importantly, challenged anywhere. If we business community of Sri nament is set to be held in real talent, to become suc- want to improve the senate Lanka to participate in CPEC March this year. cessful in this industry. We election process, it can only as it will open the opportuni- “I am glad to learn that turn down students who be done through parliament ty for the investors to utilize Pakistan realized the huge wish to be E-sports athletes and dialogue. PTI only Gwadar port for trading. economic benefits behind almost everyday, and being wants to bring laws for its E-sports, and stimulated an E-sport practitioner does own benefit. Poverty can be eliminated by boosting the business sector to greater efforts. At the not mean that you have to by adopting new techniques current stage, it will be be a professional athlete. “ Maryam of investment, he said. Im- incredible if Chinese and Liu told the reporter that ran Khan said that he came Pakistani organizations can currently in China, many asks ECP to to politics with the dream of host championships togeth- types of careers are gener- a welfare state and poverty er. We are definitely inter- ated from the E-sports indus- expose vote alleviation. ested in the performance of try. “Aside from being pro- Pakistani E-athletes”, Liu fessional players, E-sports theft Zhen, Chairman of the Bei- related jobs include shout From Page 01 Action jing E-Sports Association caster, referee, event organ- Maryam Nawaz said that Das- told Gwadar Pro. izer, video producer, PR ka belonged to Nawaz Sharif against The development of gaming executive, audio engineer, before and will remain so. Af- responsible and E-sports industry in Pa- customer/fan base manag- DUBAI: Consul general of Pakistan, Dubai and northern Emirates, Ahmed Amjad Ali and Sami- ter defeat in every province, kistan has been kept under er, E-sport finance practi- na Nasir, Director Sarhad university of science and information technology sub campus Ras Al Imran Khan robbed Daska s From Page 01 the main-stream media’s tioner, etc.” – APP Khaimah signing an MoU at Consulate general of Pakistan Dubai. – DNA seat. He, however, refused to pro- Robbery in Punjab cost Im- vide further details. Maj Gen ran Khan dearly, people Iftikhar also touched upon caught him red handed. Mar- the recent attack on the car yam Nawaza urged the ECP of a non-governmental organ- to take bold steps and expos isation in North Waziristan Assault against nature must stop: Munir the elements involved in the which led to the death of four alleged poll rigging. She de- female social workers. He said The coronavirus pandemic was a grim reminder of the relationship between people and nature, manded of the ECP to con- that terrorists are retaliating to duct re-election in the entire the operation the Army is car- he said, stressing that if the environmental targets were not achieved, most of the other concurrency to restore its rying out in North Waziristan, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) will also fail to be realized by 2030 credibility. adding that the attack on the UNITED NATIONS: The world post-coronavirus pandemic world. A recover from the COVID crisis and dependent upon nature and the solu- women’s car was also a part of Talking about the Broadsheet must stop it’s assault on nature and political statement adopted by the achieve the SDGs targets, Ambassa- tions it provides, and we are aware the retaliation tactics [used by case, Maryam claimed that find more political will to combat Assembly warned that the world dor Akram said, adding no recovery, that we shall face recurring risks militants]. “At present, there the government got more are no organised [terrorist] climate change, the president of risks new pandemics “if we don’t much less a green recovery, was of future pandemics if we maintain than it had bargained for in groups in Waziristan, the Ar- United Nations Economic and Social change how we safeguard nature.” possible without access to adequate our current unsustainable patterns its bid to recover assets from my’s spokesperson said, add- Council (ECOSOC), Ambassador In his remarks, Ambassador Akram finance and as such the promise in our interactions with nature.” PML-N supremo Nawaz Sha- ing that some “small groups Munir Akram of Pakistan, has told said while our planet was a hospita- of $100 billion annually must be Sveinung Rotevatn, President of the rif. She said that an attempt from the region are resorting the 5th UN Environment Assembly ble and bio-diverse, “unfortunately, fulfilled. Science and technology Assembly and Norway’s Minister for was made to keep Nawaz Sha- to petty terrorist activities (UNEA-5). “The impact of global in the industrial era we have severe- offered answers to the challenge Climate and Environment, echoed rif out by blaming him. there.” “These petty extrem- warming and climate change are ly abused nature.” of recovery, he said, pointing out the warning. “Everyone gathered The “fraud sheet” was asked ists will be eliminated from visible and the impacts of biodiver- In the past 50 years, he said, the that the rapid vaccine production at the Environment Assembly today to bring evidence against sity loss, though less visible, will be world’s population has doubled, between people and nature, he said, affirmed the ability of innovation. are deeply concerned about how the Nawaz Sharif. Billions of ru- Waziristan soon, the DG ISPR stressing that if the environmental said. Maj Gen Babar Iftikhar equally devastating for the future of the global economy has grown “The world is at a critical inflection pandemic causes new and serious pees of people s taxes money targets were not achieved, most of said that terrorists in Pakistan humanity,” the Pakistani envoy said nearly fourfold and global trade has point,” Ambassador Akram told the health, socioeconomic and environ- were paid to “fraud sheet”. the other Sustainable Development operate with the assistance of in a speech to the Assembly, which increased tenfold, driving up the Assembly, while identifying that the mental challenges, and exacerbates If there was a justice in Pa- Goals (SDGs) will also fail to be real- groups in Afghanistan and said ended a two-day online meeting on demand for energy and materials. choice was massive suffering and im- existing ones, all over the world,” he kistan, the court would have ized by 2030. Economic models that that India is involved in sup- Tuesday. Attended by thousands of Many types of pollution were in- pending economic and environmen- told a press conference on the clos- declared the cases to be false. plying arms, money, and new online participants, including more creasing, with negative impacts for are driving states to fight nature, tal catastrophe or sustainable and ing day of UNEA-5. “We shall work “We fought a war for the hon- technology to the terrorists [to than 1,500 delegates from 153 UN nature. “Over a third of our forests and each other, must be discarded equitable global growth. “We must together to identify actions which or of the vote, despite the bul- create unrest in Pakistan and member states and over 60 envi- have disappeared, 66 per cent of the and new paradigm that values its mobilize the political will to take crit- can help us address climate change, lying and rigging,” she said. disturb regional stability]. “It ronment ministers, the Assembly, ocean area is experiencing increas- preservation adopted, the Pakistani ical decisions – to end the rape of protect biodiversity, and reduce pol- Maryam’s father will make won’t be a stretch to say that which is the pre-eminent forum for ing cumulative impacts, half the live envoy said. “The three areas of fo- nature, to contain economic greed, lution, at the same time,” he added. the vote thieves cry, she add- the Afghan intelligence is well multilateral action on environmental coral cover on reefs has disappeared cus I have identified for ECOSOC to reverse policy negligence, and to The Assembly agreed to a new Me- ed. Opposing the open bal- aware of such developments,” issues, also agreed on key aspects since the 1870s, and over 85 per this year – finance, sustainable infra- prevent humanity from destroying dium-Term Strategy, Programme loting in the Senate election, he said. “Pakistan wants peace of UN Environment Programme’s cent of wetlands have been lost. structure and science and technolo- the hospitality of our planet,” he said of Work and budget for UNEP. The the PML-N leader said ” The in Afghanistan at all costs and work, kicked off the commemora- “Humans have assaulted nature....,” gy – are vital to achieve environmen- in conclusion. The political state- new Strategy – which will take UNEP government cannot amend to that end, it has taken all pos- tion of UNEP’s 50th anniversary the ECOSOC chief added. tal goals,” he said. ment, which the Assembly adopted, from 2022-2025 – sets out a vision for the Senate elections law, only sible measures.” and held leadership dialogues on The coronavirus pandemic was a An estimated $4.3 trillion was also warned that “more than ever UNEP’s role in delivering the promis- the Parliament has the power how to build a resilient and inclusive grim reminder of the relationship needed for developing countries to that human health and well-being are es of the 2030 Agenda. – APP to amend it”. IslamabadPOST 07 BUSINESS / WORLD Thursday, February 25, 2021 Hungary Briefs becomes 1st Indonesia is the largest trading EU member Indonesian to use FM cancels Sinopharm Myanmar trip partner of Pak: Amb. Hassan The Ambassador apprised the Minister on the current level of cooperation be- DNA Foreign Desk BUDAPAST: : Hungary on JAKARTA: Indonesian For- tween the two countries in the field of trade and investment, especially after the Wednesday became the first eign Minister Retno Mar- European Union member sudi has cancelled a visit to operationalization of Indonesia-Pakistan Preferential Trade Agreement in 2013 state to use the Chinese Myanmar following opposi- vaccine against COVID-19. tion to visiting the country, “Today we begin to inocu- where the army recently late with the Chinese vac- seized power in a coup, the cines,” said Prime Minister Foreign Ministry said on Viktor Orban in a Facebook Wednesday. “After taking video message. The country into account the current de- last week received the first velopment and the input of 550,000 doses of the Sino- other ASEAN countries this pharm coronavirus vaccine. is not the ideal time to con- Hungary is the first EU na- duct a visit to Myanmar,” In- tion to have a vaccine agree- donesian Foreign Ministry ment with Russia and China. spokesman Teuku Faizasyah This month, Hungary also told a news briefing. Marsu- began administering Rus- di has been touring member sia’s Sputnik V vaccine, be- states of the Association of coming the first among the Southeast Asian Nations EU countries. The country (ASEAN) to seek a common will purchase 5 million dos- stance on the February 1 es of vaccines from China military coup in Myanmar, and 2 million from Russia in which has sparked nation- the next four months. The wide street protests and in- erally providing concessions on additional bilateral trade touching to the level of of Pakistan in the Southeast Asian region. amount will be enough to vac- ternational condemnation. DNA tariff lines to Pakistan in 2018. The Am- US$ 2.6 billion. Indonesia was keen to Bilateral trade between the two sides cinate 2.5 million people in a Marsudi also visited Thai- bassador expressed Pakistan’s keen desire expand cooperation in all fields includ - have crossed US$2.6 billion during 2020. country of nearly 10 million. land on Wednesday, meeting JAKARTA: Ambassador of Pakistan to In- to further expand our trade. Expressing ing trade and investment. Indonesia was Among major exports from Pakistan to In- both of her counterparts as donesia, H.E. Muhammad Hassan called on concern that the balance of trade is heavily also willing to import more from Paki - donesia, cotton, kinnow, seafood, articles Indian climate part of her ASEAN tour to the Minister of Trade of Indonesia, H.E. Mr. tilted in favour of Indonesia, the Ambassa- stan. Keeping in mind the availability of of apparel accessories and sports goods discuss the situation in My- Muhammad Lutfi today. The Ambassador dor proposed that in order to create a win- huge consumer market in Pakistan, In - are showing upward trend after operation- activist gets anmar. Myanmar’s Foreign apprised the Minister on the current level win situation for both countries, Indonesia donesia was considering to invest in lu - alization of Preferential Trade Agreement Minister Wunna Muang of cooperation between the two countries may consider importing more goods from crative sectors in Pakistan including the (PTA). Pakistan’s main import from In- bail Lwin held talks with Marsu- in the field of trade and investment, espe- Pakistan, particularly those lines for which huge food and beverages sector. He also donesia include Palm oil, coal, petroleum, di and his Thai counterpart, cially after the operationalization of Indone- there were high demand in the country. expressed his interest to visit Pakistan paper products and rubber. The two coun- Foreign Desk Don Pramudwinai, in what sia-Pakistan Preferential Trade Agreement Minister Lutfi stated that Pakistan and meet his Pakistani counterpart. tries are determined to further expand was the first known face- in 2013. He thanked Indonesia for unilat- was an important trading partner with Indonesia is the largest trading partner our cooperation in all fields. NEW DELHI: A court in the to-face meetings between Indian capital has granted a senior member of Myan- bail to a 22-year-old climate G-7 condemn activist, saying there was mar’s junta and foreign gov- “scanty and sketchy evi- ernments. crackdown Armenian general admits dence” of sedition in her on anti-coup efforts to help farmers pro- DRC prohibits test in a case that has drawn ballistic missile launch on Shusha protesters global attention. Disha Ravi diplomats was arrested in the south- TAORMINA: The Group of ern city of Bengaluru on from traveling by Chief of Armenian Army’s General emy manpower right at the foot of Armenia had used the Iskander oper- Seven countries have strongly Foreign Desk Staff Onik Gasparyan. Gabrelyanov Shushi,” Gasparyan was quoted as ational-tactical missile system during February 13 and charged condemned the heavy-hand- with sedition for her alleged outside capital writes that in Moscow, about a month saying. He added that Pashinyan op- the war with Azerbaijan, but the mis- ed crackdown committed by YEREVAN: Chief of Armenian Ar- ago, he had a hard, long conversation posed his proposal. sile did not explode. Pashinyan also role in the creation of an on- Myanmar’s military against line toolkit that police said my’s General Staff Onik Gaspary- with Gasparyan. “On the third day of “Pashinyan categorically forbade, say- noted that Russian missiles are not anti-coup protesters. Foreign Desk an has admitted that his country the [44-day] war, as the chief of staff ing that the world community would suitable for use and that they do not contained action plans used In a joint statement, the to foment violence during KINSHASA: The Democrat- launched the Iskander tactical ballis- of the army, I decided to use Iskander curse us if we kill several thousand en- fully explode. Former Armenian Pres- foreign ministers of the G-7 the farmers’ protest. ic Republic of Congo (DRC) tic missile during the 44-day war with [missile] on two strategic targets. emy soldiers at once. The only time ident Serzh Sargsyan was the first countries, including Canada, Azerbaijan in 2020, Day.az reported The Baku-Ceyhan oil pipeline and I was allowed to use the Iskander admitting the launch of the Iskander Tens of thousands have has prohibited the travel of France, Germany, Italy, Ja- been camped out on the out- ambassadors and heads of on February 24. The report added another one. Pashinyan categorically was in the city of Shusha. I used it. missile on Shusha. Following the pan, Britain, and the United the head of one of the largest Russian forbade, although the Russians made We took advantage of this and man- statement, Azerbaijani Human Rights skirts of New Delhi in the diplomatic missions outside States as well as the Euro- bitter cold since December the capital Kinshasa with- media holdings, Aram Gabrelyanov, it clear that this is your business and aged to bring several tanks into the Commissioner Sabina Aliyeva urged pean Union’s high represent- published a stunning entry on his your war. Three days before the fall of city. Two days later, an order came to relevant sanctions against the Arme- to protest new agricultural out prior authorization from ative for foreign policy, urged laws they say will hurt them Telegram channel, which confirmed Shushi [Shusha’s regain by Azerbaija- me - to leave Shusha and retreat,” the nian military and political leadership authorities. President Felix the Myanmar security forces and benefit of large corpora- the essence of Armenia as a terrorist ni troops], I asked Pashinyan for per- publication said. It should be noted as the actions they had committed are Tshisekedi made the deci- to exercise utmost restraint tions. The government says sion late on Tuesday at the state. In this entry, he revealed new mission to strike with two Iskander that Pashinyan admitted in an inter- a gross violation of the provisions of and respect human rights and facts about the war crime committed the reforms will bring new presidential palace during missiles a huge accumulation of en- view with the Armenian media that international documents. international law. – APP investment in the vast and a special security meeting antiquated produce mar- with the country’s foreign kets. Judge Dharmender minister, deputy defense TeK UK observes Rana on Tuesday said there minister and security offi- was little to hold Ravi, a cials. The meeting came a founder of the local chapter day after the killing of Italy’s Kashmiri Women’s of Swedish climate crusader Ambassador Luca Attanasio Greta Thunberg’s Fridays and two others in an attack Resistance Day for Future movement, in on a World Food Program black RAPE Law under the custody any longer and crit- (WFP) convoy in the east- DNA Armed Forces Special Pow- icised the authorities for de- ern part of the country. ers Act (AFSPA) 1990’s taining anyone who differed Tshisekedi had earlier con- with government policy. LONDON: An online Con- section 7 which gives impu- demned the “heinous acts” ference on Kashmiri Wom- nity to the Indian army to perpetrated in the Kibumba en’s Resistance Day was search, torture, kill & rape area near the city of Goma in Boeing: FAA organised by Tehreek-e- innocent Kashmiris & burn North Kivu province and or- Kashmir UK to commem- their properties too even on orders engine dered an investigation into orate the 30th anniversary suspicion”. the incident. Foreign Min- of the tragic incident Kunan Kayani Further said “Indian inspections ister Marie-Therese Tumba & Poshpora Mass Rape should be sanctioned for its Nzeza, who addressed the incident to honour the vic- war crimes in IIOJ&K. Foreign Desk media after the meeting tims & awaken the world Former Australian Sena- said: “The ambassadors and WASHINGTON: The Unit- conscience on the century’s tor Lee Rhiannon while other representatives of ed States Federal Aviation most barbaric crime mass expressing her views said the representations can no Administration (FAA) says rape because the world has that, I pay tribute to the longer leave Kinshasa for it is ordering immediate become a silent spectator of history, the culture and the interior of the country heinous crimes of Indian oc- struggle for justice of the inspections of Boeing 777 without informing the head cupational forces especially Kashmiri people. Rape is a planes fitted with Pratt & of the diplomacy [Foreign murder & rape in illegally shocking crime, have been Whitney PW4000 engines Ministry], and other compe- Occupied Jammu & Kash- used as a tactic of war to vi- after one of the jets failed tent services.” “Firm com- mir. olate humiliate women and on a United Airlines flight mitment has been made to The Conference was titled through them the whole on Saturday. strengthen security in the ABU DHABI: Federal minister for defence production, Zobaida Jalal called on minister of “Kunan Poshpora Mass communities. On 23 Feb Operators must conduct a red zones, parts of the DRC state for defence UAE Muhammad Ahmed Al Bowardi. – DNA Rape with Denied Justice 1991, the villages of Kunan thermal-acoustic image in- considered to be at high for 30 Years”. It was chaired and Poshpora Indian Forc- spection of the large titani- risk,” she declared. by President Tehreek-e- es committed mass rape of um fan blades – essentially Japan to spend $1.9B to host US troops Kashmir UK Raja Fahim more than 100 young, older a way of peering under the UNEP Kayani & Moderated by and minor women. It was surface of the metal – lo- reported. capital Tokyo. Information Secretary a pre-planned crime and cated at the front of each sounds alarm Foreign Desk The deal extended by one year a five- Cost-sharing is revised every five years Tehreek-e-Kashmir UK Re- systematically raped by the engine, the FAA said on year cost-sharing agreement under a and is set to be tabled in the Japanese hana Ali. Indian army. Tuesday. “Based on the in- over loss of TOKYO: Japan said Wednesday it bilateral security alliance between the parliament in the coming days for leg- President TEK UK Raja Fa- Indian Laws such as AFSPA itial results as we receive wildlife would spend $1.9 billion to host US two sides that would have ended next islative approval. Japan and the US him Kayani said in his open- effectively allow military them, as well as other data troops this fiscal year beginning April. March -- the end of Japan’s fiscal year. will, however, continue discussions for ing remarks. personnel to get away with gained from the ongoing NAIROBI: The world risks The announcement was made by For- “We want to maintain close coop- cost-sharing in the coming years. “The Mass Rape Kunan Rape and Brutality. The investigation, the FAA may losing wildlife and natural re- eign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi after eration with the United States to Under former President Donald Poshpora 1991 is an un- world needs to put more fo- revise this directive to set sources if advice by experts Japan secured a cost-sharing deal for strengthen our alliance’s deterrence Trump, the US had sought to hike forgettable incident in the cus on violence perpetrated a new interval for this in- is not acted upon promptly, the roughly 55,000 US troops sta- and ability to respond to challenges,” costs from host countries where Amer- Kashmir history which by Indian forces in Jammu spection or subsequent the United Nations Environ- tioned in the country, Kyodo News Motegi told a news conference in the ican troops are deployed. was committed under the & Kashmir. ones,” the FAA said. ment Programme (UNEP) warned on Wednesday. The world must start to make peace with nature to prevent catastrophic events from happening in the future, Inger Andersen, Khojaly Genocide - A crime against humanity UNEP executive director, Armenians committed the genocide gouged out and were subject to other manly taken out of the abdomen and manity as a whole. said on the sidelines of the DNA in Khojaly in the most terrible way: kinds of painful death. The attackers nailed to the walls. The events that have unfolded around fifth UN Environment As- some civilians were shot at close had no mercy even on the Azerbaijani The Khojaly massacre was one of the Nagorno-Karabakh since 1988 led to sembly (UNEA-5). rmenians committed the geno- range, while others were scalped, be - women – they were raped and the ba - most serious crimes not only against the destruction of villages, cities, the “If we don’t take advice cide in Khojaly in the most ter- headed, burned alive, had their eyes bies of the pregnant ones were inhu - the people of Azerbaijan, but the hu - death of tens of thousands of inno - seriously, then the future A rible way: some civilians were cent people, the expulsion of hun - generation will not see the shot at close range, while others were dreds of thousands of Azerbaijanis by big rhinos and other animal scalped, beheaded, burned alive, had Armenia from their historical lands. species,” Andersen told their eyes gouged out and were subject Azerbaijan’s nationwide leader Hey- journalists at the event. to other kinds of painful death. dar Aliyev unveiled the essence of She urged global leaders 29 years ago, the Armenian military Khojaly genocide and in February, to hasten commitments units carried out an act of genocide 1994, the Parliament of the Re - made at global initiatives in the Khojaly city of Azerbaijan with public of Azerbaijan gave legal and such as the United Nations a population of 7,000 on February political assessment of this crime, Framework Convention on 26, 1992. issuing a resolution. The document Climate Change to reduce This genocide of ethnic Azerbaija - describes causes of the tragedy and emissions of greenhouse nis was carried out by the Armenian its perpetrators. gases and promote actions military with particular ruthlessness The Khojaly Maasacre has been that are less greenhouse and unthinkable brutality. recognized as Genocide by 18 coun - gas intensive compared to During the Khojaly genocide, 613 tries including Pakistan, 26 states prevailing alternatives. people were killed, 1,000 civilians of of the USA and by the Organization “Recall the agreed goals that various ages became disabled as a re - of Islamic Cooperation and Turkic were set in 2010 and ear- sult of the bullet wounds received. As Council. The Azerbaijani people will never marked for implementation for many as 106 women, 63 young chil - forget the genocide in Khojaly, which delivery in 2020 but are yet to dren, 70 old men were killed, eight was one of the most terrible massa - be implemented,” said Ander- families were completely destroyed, 25 children lost both parents, 130 - cres against civilians in the history of sen. She commended African mankind. Every year, the Azerbaijani countries for banning the im- one of the parents. On the night of the tragedy, 1,275 civilians were cap - government and society hold events portation, production, sale and tured, and the fate of 150 of them is dedicated to commemorating this use of plastic bags. – APP still unknown. crime against humanity. IslamabadTHURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2021 |P WWW.ISLAMABADPOST.COM.PKOST SCO Briefs announces Pakistan priorities shifted from competition Hamza Shahbaz DNA geo-political to geo-economic BEIJING: In the framework granted bail of the Shanghai Coopera- LAHORE: The Lahore High tion Organization’s (SCO’s) Court (LHC) granted on The country is also looking at ways to promote tourism, noting that Pakistan 20th anniversary celebra- Wednesday bail to Leader of tions, the SCO Secretariat the Opposition in the Pun- had several Buddhist sites that would be attractive to Sri Lanka’s citizens announced a competition jab Assembly and PML-N both” countries. between the two countries, PM Imran arrived in Sri among the students for writ- leader Hamza Shahbaz in a ing the best scholarly article money laundering case. DNA Furthermore, the govern- Radio Pakistan reported. Lanka on Tuesday on a two- ment has also decided to Pak, Lanka for making The two sides also dis- day visit on the invitation of on the theme “20 Years of A two-member bench of the COLOMBO: Foreign Minis- the SCO: Inspiring Growth LHC comprising Justice offer scholarships to 100 SAARC more vibrant cussed ways to enhance bi- the country’s prime minis- ter Sri Lankan students in the lateral trade and investment ter, Mahinda Rajapaksa. and Broad Prospects”. Sardar Muhammad Sarfraz has said that Pakistan has COLOMBO: Pakistan and Sri Lanka have emphasized on The objectives of the com- Dogar and Justice Asjad top medical institutes in Pa- during the visit, Qureshi On arrival in Colombo, he “shifted its geo-political pri- kistan, he said. FM Qureshi making South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation said, adding that trade be- was received by his Sri Lan- petition are to support Javed Ghural heard the bail orities into geo-economic (SAARC) more vibrant to promote regional connectivity promising young people, plea of Hamza in the money assured that Pakistan stood tween the two countries kan counterpart and pre- priorities”, while speaking by Sri Lanka in the fight and reiterated the resolve for mutual cooperation at all was below potential even sented a guard of honour. encourage their creative ac- laundering case. The bench about Prime Minister Imran international and regional forums. The understanding tivity, facilitate professional ordered the release of the against terrorism especially though a free trade agree- He was later introduced to Khan’s visit to Sri Lanka. when the latter was “in trou- reached at a meeting between Foreign Minister Shah ment existed. members of the Sri Lan- development of future po- PML-N leader from the Kot The foreign minister was Mahmood Qureshi and his Sri Lankan Counterpart Dinesh litical experts, economists, Lakhpat Jail in Lahore. ble and terrorism [there] The country is also looking kan cabinet.Prime Minister briefing the media about the was at its peak”. Gunawardena in Colombo on Wednesday. at ways to promote tourism, Imran and Rajapaksa then scientists and expand their Special Prosecutor Syed premier’s maiden visit to Dinesh Gunawardena warmly received the Pakistani Foreign knowledge, including about Faisal Raza Bukhari ap- “They share credit [of de- noting that Pakistan had held a one-on-one meeting Colombo. Qureshi said that feating terrorism] with Paki- Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi at the ministry of Foreign several Buddhist sites that at Temple Trees, the official the activities of the SCO, peared on behalf of the Pakistan has offered a cred- Affairs of Sri Lanka. During the meeting, they exchanged said a statement issued National Accountability stan,” Qureshi said in a con- would be attractive to Sri residence of the Sri Lankan it line of $15 million to Sri versation with reporters. views on bilateral relations, promoting cooperation in various Lanka’s citizens. prime minister. It was fol- here on Wednesday. Bureau, while Azam Nazir Lanka for defence and secu- sectors, and other matters of regional and international im- Students studying in 3rd or Tarar and Amjad Pervez ap- He said that the prime Furthermore, the varied lowed by delegation-level rity cooperation to “end the minister’s visit will help in portance. Shah Mahmood Qureshi said recent visit of Prime landscapes and climate talks between Imran and 4th year in the departments/ peared on behalf of Hamza. menace of terrorism [which Minister Imran Khan indicates that Pakistan is eager to ex- faculties of International After hearing the argu- strengthening bilateral ties zones in Pakistan are also Rajapaksa, according to the is] of equal importance to and increase cooperation pand bilateral relations with Sri Lanka. – DNA of attraction for visitors. former’s office. Relations, International ments of both parties, the Economics and Internation- court granted bail to Hamza al Law of the universities of and ordered him to submit the SCO member states are two surety bonds of Rs10 eligible for the contest. The million each. Govt to turn article must not have been published earlier can be Alliance, govt written in Chinese, Russian ‘Digital Punjab’ or English languages. candidates The universities’ manage- dream into realty ment can select the articles will win: and forward it both in elec- Parvez Elahi new IT-based schools and tronic and printed versions DNA universities in line with the to Ministry of Foreign Af- LAHORE: Kamil Ali Agha, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s fairs of the respective coun- a candidate for the Senate ISLAMABAD: Special As- agenda of bringing about try addressed to the SCO of Pakistan Muslim League, sistant to the Chief Minister reforms in the education National Coordinator of the called on Speaker Punjab Punjab on Information and sector, she added. respective member state. Assembly Chaudhry Parvez Culture Dr Firdous Ashiq She said employment tar- The national coordinators of Elahi in his chamber. Awan on Wednesday said gets would be achieved the member states will sub- MPAs Sajid Ahmad Khan the government was active- through promotion of the IT mit these articles to the SCO Bhatti, Mian Shafi Muham- ly promoting information education. Secretariat. The deadline mad, Dr Muhammad Afzal, technology (IT) education Talking about the 'Rah- for submission of articles to Chaudhry Ehsanul Haq, at school level under the matul-Lil -Aalameen (Peace the SCO Secretariat by the Secretary Punjab Assembly 'Digital Punjab' vision. Be Upon Him) scholarships national coordinators is till Muhammad Khan Bhatti "We are going to turn the programme, she said the September 5, 2021 at e-mail: and DG Parliamentary Af- 'Digital Punjab' dream into students of government col- [email protected] with the fairs Inayatullah Luck were reality, she said talking to a leges and 30 public sector title/subject “Competition”. also present. private news channel. universities would benefit Articles will be reviewed by Ch Parvez Elahi said that Dr Firdous said as Pakistan from the scholarships. the members of the SCO the coalition and the gov- possessed huge young pop- She said low grade employ- Secretariat Council who will ernment are working ulation, the government ees' children would also select one winner from each together for the Senate was taking initiatives to get scholarships on merit SCO member state. elections, insha’Allah Pa- equip them with the latest across the province while kistan Muslim League and knowledge and skills. nine new universities, col- Operation government candidates will The provincial government leges and schools were also be successful. He said that had already started work on being established. Swift Retort: it is the beauty of democra- cy for the opposition to be ISLAMABAD: Ambassador of Uzbekistan Aybek Arif Usmanov presenting PAF releases ready to contest the Senate newly-published book on Uzbekistan to Editor Daily Islamabad POST, elections. In this regard, CENTRELINE magazine and DNA News Agency Ansar Mahmood Bhatti. ‘Education system song promo contacts are being main- Ambassador Usmanov has been appointed to Pakistan tained with our like-minded must focus on DNA friends. Kamil Ali Agha took as Ambassador to Pakistan. – DNA the Speaker Punjab Assem- developing character’ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Air bly into confidence regard- Force (PAF) on Wednesday ing the Senate elections. SNC was designed, in con- has released promo of a Vladimir Putin accuses West DNA sultation with all federating national song prepared to units of the country and honor the heroes of Opera- 15 heads ISLAMABAD: President Dr other relevant stakehold- tion Swift Retort. According of parties has called for re- ers, including private sec- to the details, the song will of wanting to ‘shackle’ Russia moving disparity among dif- tors and religious schools be released tomorrow. The appear ferent streams of education (Deeni Madaris).The Min- promo highlights patriotism Russia and the West ap- “We are faced with the so- ternal instability to undermine in the country by ensuring istry highlighted that SNC reaffirms the resolve that before ECP DNA proach their lowest point called policy of containing Rus- the values that unite Russian implementation of Single had been developed in ac- every personnel of Pakistan since the Cold War, with new sia,” he said. “This is not about society and ultimately weaken National Curriculum. cordance with the Interna- Air Force is ready to defend MOSCOW: Russian Presi- EU and US penalties loom- competition... but about a Russia and bring it under ex- Chairing a meeting and tional standards to meet the Pakistan at every time. DNA dent Vladimir Putin urged ing over Russia for its arrest consistent and very aggressive ternal control”. briefing given by Ministry educational requirements Earlier in the day, Air Chief ISLAMABAD: Election his domestic intelligence of Kremlin critic Alexei Nav- line aimed at disrupting our Putin earlier this month ac- of Federal Education and of the country. The meet- Marshal Mujahid Anwar Professional Training in Commission of Pakistan agency Wednesday to be alny. Speaking to the Feder- development, slowing it down, cused the West of using Na- ing was apprised that the Khan in his statement said Islamabad on Wednesday, SNC was designed in three (ECP) on Wednesday has on guard against West- al Security Services (FSB) creating problems along our valny -- whom he alleges has that operation Swift retort the President said focus phases which would be im- directed the concerned ern attempts to “shackle” in his annual address to the borders,” Putin added, saying the support of US security proved Pakistan’s aerial pow- authorities to issue adver- of our education system plemented in all streams er, Pakistan chose the time, the country, after the EU domestic intelligence agency, the West was employing tools services -- to try to contain should be on character tisement in newspapers to of education. Initially, the targets, aircraft and weapons. agreed on new sanctions Putin said the West is “trying “from the arsenal of the special Russia, a term connoting the building and promoting new scheme of education inform the political parties on Moscow. The comments to shackle us with economic services”. He said the efforts US strategy towards the So- Air Chief Marshall said that regarding the proceedings critical and creative think- would be introduced for the came as relations between and other sanctions”. were aimed at “provoking in- viet Union in the Cold War. ing among students. The students from Grades 1-5 India’s belligerent attitude on illegal foreign funding can destabilize the power dy- case. According to details, meeting was attended by during Academic Year 2021- Minister for FE&PT, Mr. 22. Similarly, the process namics and strategic stability 15 out of 19 heads political in the region. Air power is parties appeared before the Shafqat Mehmood, Minister of development of SNC for for Science & Technology, the most important aspect of commission today while the phase-2 (6-8) and phase-3 Japan funded education Chaudhry Fawad Hussain, modern warfare. Swift Retort remaining four didn’t attend (9-10) had already been Minister for Human Rights, proved the operational and the hearing. The ECP has started. The meeting was Dr. Shireen M Mazari, Min- psychological superiority of adjourned the hearing till informed that the develop- project inaugurated in Jamrud ister of State for Parliamen- the PAF. April 5. Earlier, the election ment of SNC was driven by tary Affairs, Mr. Ali Muham- assistance to LAMP in fiscal years 2011 the key considerations like commission had summoned mad Khan, Parliamentary heads of 19 political parties DNA and 2015, for the establishment and teachings of Quran & Sun- World’s largest Secretary, FE&PT, Ms. Wa- nah, constitutional frame- including Pakistan Tehreek- subsequent expansion of classrooms in jeeha Akram, and Secretary work, national policies, e-Insaf (PTI), Pakistan Mus- ISLAMABAD: MATSUDA Kuninori, stadium this school to provide safe and comfort- FE&PT, Mrs. Farah Hamid aspirations and national lim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, on able learning environment. The grant Khan. Highlighting the im- standards, alignments with renamed after and Pakistan People’s Party Wednesday inaugurated the project provided to LAMP has been utilized to portance of education, the SDGs for goals and targets, (PPP). The decision to sum- for re-expansion of Primary School in overcome the problem of overcrowded President said that it was visions of Quaid-e-Azam Modi mon the heads of all politi- Village Raziq Kalay being managed by classrooms as over 300 students sat out- essential to provide quality Muhammad Ali Jinnah and cal parties was taken on the Learning Awareness and Motivation side their classrooms in an open space and research-based educa- Allama Muhammad Iqbal DNA request of PTI. Program (LAMP), a non-governmental because of the limited seating capacity tion which could play signif- and focus on our values. organization, in Khyber District, Khyber in the school. MATSUDA Kuninori, icant role in the socio-eco- The President appreciated AHMEDABAD: India re- NAB summons Pakhtunkhwa. The Government of Ja- while speaking at the inaugural cere- nomic development of the the efforts of M/o FE&PT named the world’s larg- pan, under its Grant Assistance, had pro- representatives and school students at- mony, congratulated the community country. The Ministry of and congratulated the en- est cricket stadium after Maryam Nawaz vided financial assistance of USD 73,514 tended the inauguration ceremony. It is members and the representatives of Education briefed the meet- tire team of the Ministry by Prime Minister Narendra (Equivalent to around PKR 11.4 million) pertinent to mention here that the Gov- the NGO for the successful completion ing about the development designing a comprehensive Modi on Wednesday, a on March 2 for this project. The NGO, community ernment of Japan had extended financial of this important project. of SNC and informed that Single National Curriculum. move that drew immediate praise and criticism. The DNA name change to the Nar- LAHORE: The National Ac- endra Modi Stadium was countability Bureau (NAB) unveiled at the 132,000- has summoned Pakistan NAB to conclude mega corruption cases: Chairman seat venue formerly known Muslim League-Nawaz as Sardar Patel Stadium in (PML-N) Vice-president Mar- Transitory remand of 5 days was granted and physical custody of both accused Ahmedabad, in the west- yam Nawaz on March 2 at ern state of Gujarat, where 11:00 AM in a case pertain- persons was handed over to NAB Karachi vide dated 20-02-21 India are playing England ing to illegal transfer of 180 in the third match of a four- acres of land in Raiwind. The Qamar, Imran Afzal, Haji Wali Mu- informed that the respected Ac- forfeited/confiscated in favor of ther informed that respected Ac- DNA hammad Shaukat Hussain and Ab- countability Court Lahore has an- state. If the amount of fine is not countability Court Hyderabad has game test series. previous hearing, on August A gifted orator and con- 11, 2020, was adjourned after dul Manan were granted 07 years nounced judgment in reference no paid by the accused persons, the announced judgment in reference ISLAMABAD: Justice (retd) Javed of rigorous imprisonment and fine 06/2019 whereby the accused Al- same can be realized by disposing No 02/2007/H, whereby the ac- summate populist, Modi a clash had erupted between is by far the most popular outraged PML-N workers Iqbal, Chairman NAB has chaired of 10 million each and 02 years laudin was sentenced for 03 years of their properties by NAB. cused persons Mushtaq Ahmed and police when Maryam a meeting to review performance additional in case of failure to pay of rigorous imprisonment along- Moreover, it was further informed Qureshi & Wali Dad Khoso were and recognisable politician Nawaz reached the NAB of- of Regional Bureaus of NAB at fine, except accused Abdul Manan with the fine of Rs 16.708 million. that the respected Accountabili- sentenced for 05 years of rigorous in India, and won a second fice. According to officials, NAB Headquarters. During the who is absconding was awarded 03 During the meeting, it was in- ty Court Quetta has announced imprisonment alongwith the fine term in power with an in- PML-N workers – who ac- meeting, it was informed that on years. Accused Nisar Morai further formed that respected Accounta- judgment in reference No 05/2005 of Rs.2 million and rigorous im- creased majority for the companied Maryam Nawaz the directions of the Chairman awarded 04 years of rigorous impris- bility Court Quetta has announced whereby the accused Khalid Shamim prisonment of 01 year along with nationalist Bharatiya Ja- from Jati Umrah to the NAB NAB, the cases of NAB are vigor- onment and fine of Rs 0.5 million. judgment in reference 06/2017 was sentenced for 04 years of rigor- fine of Rs.2 million respectively. nata Party (BJP) in 2019. office in a convoy – had pelt- ously pursued by NAB investiga- It was informed that the respected whereby accused Talat Ishaq was ous imprisonment with fine amount During the meeting, it was in- But Modi has also been ac- ed stones at police officials tion Officers and Prosecutors in Accountability Court Lahore has sentenced for 05 years of rigorous of Rs. 1 million. Moreover, Accused formed that two accused persons cused of centralising pow- and tried to break the barri- the Honorable Courts. announced judgment in reference imprisonment with fine amount of Abdul Ghani was sentenced for 04 namely Roshan Ali Kanasro, Ex- er in the world’s biggest ers outside the anti-corrup- During the meeting, it was in- No 26/2007, whereby the accused Rs. 4, 11, 06,644. Moreover, ac- years of rigorous imprisonment with MD, STDC, Sindh and Ghulam democracy. tion watchdog’s office. In re- formed that respected Account- Adnan Qayyum and Suleman Fa- cused Saima Talat was sentenced fine amount of Rs. 6.4 million. In Murtaza Daudpoto, Ex-GM, STDC “World’s largest stadium taliation, the police resorted ability Court Karachi has an- rooq were sentenced for 07 years for 06 months of rigorous impris- case of default, further 03 months were arrested after their dismiss- dedicated to the world’s to aerial firing, shelling and nounced judgment in reference of rigorous imprisonment along onment with a fine amount of Rs. of rigorous imprisonment will be al of pre-arrest bail by the august largest personality!,” Priti baton charge to disperse the No 02/2018. infuriated crowd. with the fine of Rs.3 millions and 15, 44,341. The assets/Properties served by both accused persons. Supreme Court of Pakistan vide Gandhi, a BJP spokeswom- The accused Nisar Moari, Sultan Rs 4.2 million each. It was further of both the accused persons are During the meeting, it was fur- order dated 19-2-21. an, said in a tweet. 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