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PM Shehbaz calls for plans on B2B meetings, attracting Chinese industries

PM Shehbaz Sharif has urged the development of plans for business-to-business (B2B) meetings with China, aiming to attract Chinese industries. He plans to visit China from June 4 to 8 and will meet with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, as well as hold meetings with Chinese corporate executives and address the China-Pakistan Business Forum.

PM Shehbaz calls for urgent steps to make exports more competitive

PM Shehbaz Sharif called for urgent measures to enhance export competitiveness, focusing on the facilitation of the private sector and promoting non-traditional goods. He emphasized scrutiny of trade and investment officers, fortnightly reviews of export sectors, and ongoing trade agreements and legislation for industrial development. The meeting also discussed the Free Trade Agreement with Gulf states and other trade-related updates.

Kissan Ittehad calls for nationwide protests

Kissan Ittehad has announced nationwide protests in response to the government's failure to purchase wheat, which has led to the dire situation faced by farmers. The protests will commence from Multan on May 10 and aim to draw attention to the farming community's plight, demanding accountability for the losses suffered.

Turkish Army Chief calls on COAS, Chief of Air Staff

Turkish Army Chief General Metin Gürak met with Pakistan's COAS and Chief of Air Staff. Discussions included defense, training, and initiatives for regional peace. The COAS emphasized enhancing military cooperation, and the visitor praised Pakistan's peace efforts. The Turkish dignitary also met with the Chief of Air Staff to discuss modern warfare technologies and mutual industrial collaboration.

CM Maryam calls for strict action against kite-flying ban violators

CM Maryam Nawaz expressed grave concerns over the persistent casualties from kite-flying despite the ban in Punjab. She emphasized the need for strict punishment for violators and urgent implementation of laws. Additionally, she directed decisive action to address rape cases and control domestic violence. She also approved the establishment of the Punjab Economic Corridor Development Authority to develop industrial sectors.

PTI calls for ECP’s resignation after reserved seats verdict

PTI Senator Ali Zafar has demanded the resignation of Pakistan's Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) after the rejection of Sunni Ittehad Council’s (SIC) plea for reserved seats. Zafar also called for proceedings against the Chief Election Commissioner, stating the ECP committed a constitutional mistake by ruling against the SIC. The ECP ruled that SIC is not eligible for reserved seats in the National Assembly.

Saudi Crown Prince Calls on All Countries to Stop Arms Exports to Israel

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has made a strong appeal to all countries to halt the export of weapons to Israel. The call came during an extraordinary summit of the BRICS group of nations, hosted by South Africa. The summit aims to develop a unified response to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.

President Alvi Calls for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza

ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi held a telephone call with his Palestinian counterpart, Mahmoud Abbas, and urged the international community to make efforts for urgent ceasefire in Gaza, facing relentless bombing by Israel, ARY News reported on Friday.