News Roundup 27 October 2018

Chinese Ambassador Says Pakistan will Hear, “GOOD NEWS” Upon PM Imran Khan’s Visit to China Next Month

Ambassador Yao stated, “We desire a strong and peaceful Pakistan. Chinese people and their government are anxiously looking forward the upcoming visit of Prime Minister Imran Khan to China."

China Might Be Giving More Loans to Pakistan In Order To Avoid IMF Stringent Bailout Package

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson in a media briefing on Friday said that China supports Pakistan and is ready to provide its outmost assistance to Pakistan; he also said Pakistan has capability to ensure steady economic development.

Minister for State, Abu Dhabi Sultan Ahmed Al-Jaber Met with PM Pakistan to discuss investment in Pakistan

The UAE minister came along with a delegation to ensure a possible increase in economic partnerships between UAE and Pakistan. The delegation discussed mutual interest plans on directions of Crown Prince Sheikh Muhammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Pakistan Wins T-20 Cricket Series against Australia in Dubai

With this Victory Pakistan is Ranked#1 in the world winning 10 straight T20 series. It is another feather in the hat of skipper Sarfaraz who has been remarkably successful in T20s.

Global Terror Threat Indicant report Concludes Pakistan More Dangerous Than Syria In terms Of Terrorist Bases

The report is issued by Oxford University and Strategic Foresight Group (SFG). According to which, "If we look at the most dangerous terrorist groups, based on hard facts and statistics, we find that Pakistan hosts or aids majority of them. Also, there are a significant number of groups based in Afghanistan, which operate with the support of Pakistan."

Finance Minister Asad Umar Says Finance Package from Saudi Arabia does not involve Any Conditions.

He announced this after meeting with federal cabinet. He told the press that, it is yet to be decided on how much bailout package Pakistan needs from IMF, PTI government has been finding ways to secure funds since day one of its joining offices.

First Ever International Conference Showcasing Beauty of Pakistani Mountains Held in Paris On Friday.

Ambassadors and enthusiasts from many countries were present in the conference. Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi addressed the conference through video message. Documentaries on mountaineering and performances by Pakistani band “Khumariyaan” were displayed.

The European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) Evaluates Pakistan’s 25 July Elections as Fair

The (EU EOM) concluded 25 July elections fairer than that of held in 2013. The EU EOM Chief Observer gave details saying that the July elections were well administrated, but the voters and stakeholders were not given “timely results”.

Nigeria to Buy JF-17 thunder aircraft worth $184.3 million From Pakistan

Apart from Nigeria, Pakistan is also in talks with some other countries for selling of aboriginal produced aircraft of Pakistan. Myanmar is also Pakistan’s international customer for this autochthonous aircraft.

The Military Forces of NATO and Pakistani Military forces Engage in Talks.

The basic focus of discussions was the common challenges Pakistani and NATO military are facing in Afghanistan. The NATO Director General stated, ““Pakistan has a key role to play in ensuring that the Taliban and the Haqqani Network find no safe havens. And Afghanistan needs the constructive engagement of all its neighbors for its lasting security.