Tag: Pakistan
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Pakistan PM Sharif’s Call for Respect and New Ties with Russia
At the recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif put forth an intriguing proposition to enhance his country’s ties with Russia, all while emphasizing the importance of mutual respect for existing relationships—particularly between Russia and India. The summit was not just a diplomatic gathering, but a stage where regional dynamics were…
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Vaccines Don’t Save Lives, Vaccination Does: Insights into Global Immunization Trends
In a world where vaccines are often hailed as miraculous, the message emerging from a recent workshop in Lahore is clear: it is the act of vaccination that saves lives, not the vaccines themselves. This assertion brought together health experts to discuss troubling global immunization trends, with a particular focus on Pakistan, where over one…
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Vaccines Don’t Save Lives: The Role of Vaccination in Global Immunization Trends
In the realm of public health, there’s a critical distinction that needs to be emphasized: “Vaccines don’t save lives; vaccination does.” This statement was a pivotal point of discussion among health experts gathered in Lahore, Pakistan, for a week-long workshop aimed at strengthening national immunization efforts. With over one million children in Pakistan missing routine…
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Vaccination Saves Lives: Insights from Lahore’s Health Workshop
In a pivotal gathering of health professionals in Lahore, experts unanimously emphasized one resonating truth: “Vaccines don’t save lives. Vaccination does.” This significant conclusion emerged during a week-long workshop aimed at addressing the dire state of immunisation in Pakistan, where over one million children remain unvaccinated against common childhood diseases. The urgency of improving vaccination…
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Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Strikes Southeastern Afghanistan, Impact Felt in Northwestern Pakistan
On a recent day marked by seismic activity, a powerful magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck southeastern Afghanistan, sending tremors felt across the border into northwestern Pakistan. Earthquakes are not uncommon in this geologically active region, but the impact of this particular quake resonates beyond mere numbers, highlighting the vulnerability of both countries amidst ongoing climate challenges.…
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Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Hits Southeastern Afghanistan and Impacts Northwestern Pakistan
On a seemingly ordinary day, a magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck southeastern Afghanistan, sending shockwaves that reverberated across northwestern Pakistan. The seismic activity occurred in a region often prone to natural disasters, yet the strength of this quake was alarming, registering significant tremors felt as far as Islamabad and beyond. The Afghanistan earthquake struck at approximately…
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Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Shakes Afghanistan, Impacts Northern Pakistan
On October 15, 2023, a magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck southeastern Afghanistan, sending tremors that reverberated across the border into northwestern Pakistan. The earthquake, which occurred at around 2:30 PM local time, was centered near the mountainous region of Paktia province, approximately 25 kilometers southeast of the provincial capital, Gardez. This seismic event was not just…
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Pakistan Successfully Repays Rs2.6 Trillion Public Debt Ahead of Schedule
In a remarkable financial milestone, Pakistan has successfully retired Rs2.6 trillion ($9.1 billion) of public debt ahead of schedule, as confirmed by Khurram Schehzad, the Advisor to the Finance Minister. In his announcement made via a post on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), Schehzad detailed that approximately Rs1.6 trillion of this impressive…
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Pakistan’s Early Repayment of Rs2.6 Trillion Debt: A Financial Milestone
In a significant turn of events for Pakistan’s economy, the government has successfully repaid Rs2.6 trillion in public debt ahead of the anticipated schedule. This remarkable achievement was announced by Khurram Schehzad, an advisor to the Finance Minister, on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) on Sunday. This early repayment not only reflects…
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PTA Takes Action Against Defaulting LDI Operators
In a significant regulatory move, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has suspended the licenses of five Long Distance and International (LDI) telecom operators due to their failure to settle outstanding dues, which have now accumulated to a staggering Rs80 billion. This decision, announced amidst growing concerns about the financial stability within the telecom sector, underscores…