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ISLAMABAD - Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Monday said the government is striving to resolve the issues of overseas Pakistanis on a priority basis and working to provide them more facilities. He was chairing a special meeting on matters related to overseas Pakistanis. He said the overseas Pakistanis would be given opportunities of investment in Pakistan according to their expertise.
Overseas Pakistanis played the role of ambassadors of Pakistan in the outside world, he said, adding overseas Pakistanis rendered great services for Pakistan. The prime minister said a large number of overseas Pakistanis attended the recently held overseas convention, which showed their trust in the policies of the government. “We salute the true sentiments of overseas Pakistanis and their love and sacrifices for their country,” he said adding the overseas Pakistanis had made a name for themselves and their country by working diligently all across the world.
Sindh’s reservations on canals scheme to be addressed, PML-N assures PPP The prime minister said expatriates worked day and night as professionals in the fields of medicine, education, engineering, and consultancy, and earned legitimately. The government of Pakistan recently in recognition of the services of overseas Pakistanis gave a big incentives package, he continued. PM Shehbaz said those overseas Pakistanis who performed prominently in different fields and those who sent the highest remittances through the State Bank would be given civil awards in view of their services.
The meeting was briefed on the progress regarding the facilities announced by the government and the strategy to implement them. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Chief of the Army Staff General Asim Munir, federal ministers, and relevant officials attended the meeting. Also, PM Shehbaz Sharif on Monday reiterated Pakistan’s strong desire to elevate the excellent political ties between Pakistan and the U.
A.E. to a mutually beneficial economic partnership during a call on paid by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (U.
A.E.) Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Policeman martyred in gun attack on polio team in Waziristan The UAE DPM who was on an official visit to Islamabad called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif here at the Prime Minister House, a Prime Minister’s Office news release said. During the meeting, the prime minister reaffirmed the deep-rooted fraternal ties between Pakistan and the U.A.
E. built on shared history, mutual respect, as well as strong cultural and economic linkages. He conveyed his warm greetings to Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE, and the Ruler of Abu Dhabi and appreciated the U.
A.E.’s continued support for Pakistan in diverse sectors.
While expressing satisfaction at the positive trajectory of bilateral cooperation between the two countries, the prime minister emphasized upon the need to enhance cooperation in trade, investment, energy, and people-to-people contacts. In addition to bilateral ties, the regional situation and global developments also came under discussion during the meeting. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan appreciated the contributions of the Pakistani community in the UAE and reiterated the UAE’s resolve to deepen bilateral ties and explore new avenues of collaboration.
At least 16 terrorists killed in security operations in Punjab, KP Meanwhile, PM Shehbaz Sharif will be visiting Ankara, Turkiye on Tuesday. During the visit, the Prime Minister will hold extensive discussions with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on bilateral relations as well as exchange of views on recent developments in the region and beyond. As longstanding allies and strategic partners, Pakistan and Turkiye maintain a tradition of regular high-level exchanges, reflecting the exceptional bonds of brotherhood between the two nations.
The two countries also have an institutionalized leadership-level mechanism in the form of High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council (HLSCC) for cooperation and coordination on various issues of mutual interest. The 7th session of HLSCC was held in Islamabad on 12–13 February, 2025. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif had co-chaired the 7th session.
Pope Francis dies at 88 The upcoming meeting represents a continuation of this robust dialogue and underscores the shared commitment to further elevate the multifaceted partnership between Pakistan and Türkiye. Tags: expats sending remittances.
