Shehbaz Sharif, the president of the PML-N, stated on Wednesday that party members were the true resource for any political organisation, saying that they remained steadfast even in difficult times. As Pakistan prepared for the elections on February 8, he addressed the PML-N parliamentary board during a meeting held at the party’s Model Town headquarters to finalise candidates for the national and provincial offices. “You did not even think about changing your loyalties,” he added. Shehbaz claimed that following his October return to the nation, PML-N chief Nawaz Sharif had revitalised the party and that, thanks to the efforts of his followers, he would be able to take office for a fourth term. He recalled that under the elder Sharif’s previous administration, the nation was progressing.
During the ‘International Day of Epidemic Preparedness’ on Wednesday, Dr. Nadeem Jan, the federal minister for health, emphasised the value of teamwork and declared that Pakistan would take the lead in bolstering the health emergency systems of developing nations by organising its first-ever global health security summit. In an interview with the media, Pakistan’s health minister announced that the government will complete its strategic road map to successfully address health emergencies and epidemics. The minister further stated that the “Global Health Security Summit” will take place in the federal capital of Pakistan on January 10 and 11. He said that hosting the summit will demonstrate Pakistan’s commitment to leading the health sector and shielding citizens from pandemics around the world.
Vice Chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Shah Mahmood Qureshi, was arrested by Rawalpindi police on Wednesday from Adiala jail in relation to a case involving violent protests on May 9. After his bail in the cypher case was granted last week, Qureshi was arrested under the maintenance of public order (3-MPO) a day earlier. Speaking to the journalists outside the jail, Qureshi claimed that his arrest was the result of a false accusation. He continued, “I am being politically victimised despite my innocence.” “Injustice and oppression. The order from the Supreme Court is being mocked by this. “I am experiencing political victimisation without any justification,” he continued. Qureshi was connected to incidents involving the May 9 rioting that started after PTI founder Imran Khan was arrested.
At the celebration ceremony, Consul General Aamer Ahmed Atozai emphasised that Pakistan is dedicated to safeguarding the rights and well-being of religious minorities, emphasising that they are granted equal rights inside the nation. Speaking on the occasion, he greeted the American Christian community and stated that spreading joy and love is the true meaning of the holiday season. The ceremony, which took place inside the Pakistani embassy in New York on Tuesday, drew a sizable crowd from the Pakistani-American Christian community. The principle of equal rights and freedom for all citizens, regardless of creed or religion, is sacred in Pakistan, according to Consul General Atozai. This dedication is based on the vision of Quaid-I-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
On Wednesday, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan compared Israel’s assaults on Gaza to the Nazi persecution of the Jewish people, saying that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was no different from Adolf Hitler. Supporting a two-state resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian problem, Turkey, a member of NATO, has denounced Israel’s air and ground assault on Gaza, referring to it as a “terror state” and asserting that its leaders ought to face trial in international courts. Erdogan sharpened his rhetoric, saying that Western nations that support Israel were participants in what he called war crimes and that Turkey would welcome scholars and scientists who were being persecuted for their opinions on the situation in Gaza. They used to criticise Hitler. How are you different from Hitler?
Today in Islamabad, Khalil Hashmi, Pakistan’s recently appointed ambassador to China, paid a visit to Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, the acting prime minister. Upon taking office, the Prime Minister wished Ambassador Khalil Hashmi all the best. The Prime Minister gave Ambassador Khalil Hashmi advice on relations between China and Pakistan. According to the prime minister, Pakistan is committed to strengthening its bonds of brotherhood with China. He asked the recently appointed ambassador to contribute to improving relations between Pakistan and China. In the meantime, Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, the acting prime minister, emphasised on Tuesday the importance of integrating climate resilience and climate finance into all of Balochistan’s water projects and restated that the government’s top priority were the province’s residents’ prosperity and advancement. A review meeting on the significant issues concerning the province of Balochistan was presided over by the acting prime minister. According to a press release from the PM Office Media Wing, the meeting was attended by Caretaker Federal Minister for Planning Sami Saeed, Caretaker Federal Minister for Law and Water Resources Irfan Aslam, and other pertinent senior officials. Caretaker Balochistan Chief Minister Ali Mardan Domki, Education Minister Dr. Qadir Baloch, and Chief Secretary Shakeel Qadir were also present. The chief secretary briefed the audience on the various province projects. The prime minister also ordered the construction of a two-lane highway from Khuzdar to Karachi to proceed as quickly as possible, noting that in addition to increasing connections, this project would give the various regions of the nation alternate latitude.
The Peshawar High Court (PHC) delayed the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) order, returning the party’s famous election symbol, the “bat,” until a final verdict on the petition, marking a significant legal victory for the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). The court announced that a double bench will hear the case during the winter break, even though a decision on PTI’s petition contesting the Election Commission’s ruling labelling the intra-party polls as “illegal” was reserved. On December 22, the electoral body removed the party’s recognisable “bat” symbol, which represents Imran Khan’s previous career as a cricket player, from the party. This decision was made in response to a petition filed by former PTI leader Akbar S. Babar, who argued that the intra-party elections should have followed the regulations.
On Tuesday, President Dr. Arif Alvi declared that Pakistan would advance and grow and that self-sufficiency is a prerequisite for success in the global arena. Speaking as the chief guest at the 35th Convocation of the Pakistan Navy Engineering College (PNEC) at the Baharia Auditorium in this city, he stated that Pakistan had an abundance of brains and that the world currently required it. There were also Commander Karachi Rear Admiral Muhammad Saleem and Lt General (R) Mehmood, Rector of the National University of Science and Technology (NUST). A total of 368 graduates, including international students, received bachelor’s and graduate degrees during the convocation. In addition, the President gave the pupils 39 medals for their exceptional work.
On Tuesday, Murtaza Solangi, the federal minister for information, broadcasting, and parliamentary affairs, gave the Senate the assurance that the House’s recommendations will be followed by the administration with regard to the pay and benefits of all government employees, including those from Balochistan. During question hour, the minister addressed concerns raised by the parliamentarians over the low number of Balochistani officers in federal positions. The minister suggested that policy be developed and that suggestions be made if any unfairness was felt. In response to inquiries from Senators Fauzia Arshad, Mohsin Aziz, and Danesh Kumar, he expressed his appreciation for the recommendations made by Senate colleagues concerning the application of zig zag technology for brick production in rural regions.
Tuesday saw the unanimous approval of the first-ever Parliamentary Caucus on water resources by the Upper House of the Parliament. The proposal was brought before the House by Senator Saadia Abbasi of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N). The Senate House convened for its 334th meeting, led by Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani, in this location. The senator argued during her motion presentation that the House could give the Chairman Senate permission to form a Parliamentary Caucus on Water Resources in Pakistan, which would include the members of the Pakistani Senate and the Minister for Water Resources as an ex-officio member. This would be done in accordance with Rule 204 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the Senate, 2012.
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