Pakistan, China agree to enhance pace of power project

 

While talking to state run TV channel, Masood Khan said that a meeting under joint energy mechanism would be held soon in China. He said that the agreement was made during Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani’s visit to China. He stated that Three Gorges firm, which has constructed world’s largest dam, would start work in Pakistan, adding that more than 12 firms would invest in construction of small and large dams.

China to give Pakistan 50 JF-17 aircrafts

Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani met his Chinese counterpart Wen Jiabao on Wednesday.

Both Gilani and Jiabao discussed bilateral relations, strategic matters and host of other issues, including Abbottabad operation. The two leaders also discussed Abbottabad operation and its after affects on the regional situation.

According to media reports, China will give 50 JF-17 aircraft to Pakistan on emergency basis.

The two prime ministers agreed in principle to enhance volume of trade between the two countries and launching development projects in Pakistan.

Earlier, Jiabao received Gilani and his team members on their arrival at the Great People’s Hall. An active contingent of the Chinese Army presented guard of honour to the visiting PM.

BCCI must permit Pakistanis to play IPL: Afridi

BCCI must permit Pakistanis to play IPL: Shahid Afridi

Captain of Pakistan team, Shahid Afridi talking to an India News Agency, has appealed the Indian Cricket Board to give permission to Pakistani players of playing Indian Premier League (IPL). He said that as now the relations between two countries are improving so players of Pakistan must be given a chance to play IPL.

The proof of improving bilateral relations is the semi-final match of World cup 2011, between India and Pakistan, seen by Pakistani Prime Minister Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani and his Indian counter part Manmohan Singh together. Manmohan Singh invited Pakistani P.M to see the Indo-Pak semi-final of in Mohali last month.

“It is high time the Pakistani cricketers also get a place in the IPL. For three seasons, including the current one, we haven’t been a part of the IPL. We have no problems playing in India as we have just played a World Cup semi-final there,” Afridi said.

It is to be rememberd that this is the successive third year, since green shirts are not permitted to participate in the biggest T20 tournament.

Shahid Afridi says, IPL could be a great platform for youngsters

Shahid Afridi said hoped that IPL can be great platform for the youngsters to show their abilities.
“I am not saying I want to play the IPL but it could be a great platform for youngsters. They could make a mark for themselves,” he said.

IPL can ease tensions between both countries: Shahid Afridi

Shahid Afridi declared the inclusion of Pakistani players in IPL as the measure for reducing the tensions between two countries:
“Our PM responded positively to that invitation. Now IPL can be a platform to further ease the tension,” he added, “We should play more against each other. This will not only ease the pressure but will also reduce the unwanted media hype surrounded with Indo-Pak matches,” Shahid Afridi said.

Indian Team Visit Pakistan Nirupama Rao Opens up

After the world cup 2011 semi final match between India and Pakistan, Indian foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao give indication of revival of cricket relations between India and Pakistan. She said that they are willing to send cricket team to Pakistan. Nirupama Rao added that in the meeting of Manmohan Singh with Yousaf Raza Gillani it was discussed that Indian team will come to Pakistan.

Nirupama Rao added that dialogs between two courtiers will help in reviving the ties. He said that they are ready and willing to send their team to Pakistan. Nirupama Rao was talking on media and opened up and said that cricket relations between both countries will help in promoting diplomacy.

Nirupama Rao added that cricket has minimized the tension between both countries and they want to promote it in good gesture. She added that meetings will help in making it possible. Indian team visit to Pakistan will have great importance as Pakistan is isolated after attacks on Sri Lankan team.

Nirupama Rao

Nirupama Rao said that it is important time to make right decision. She also said that it is also possible that Singh will visit Pakistan. It is start of new beginning. All this happen due to cricket.

Gillani, Manmohan shake hands with players

Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gillani and his Indian counterpart Manmohan Singh reached the stadium together before the toss.

Both the leaders shook hands with the players after the anthem ceremony.

As this is a very short trip, PM Gilani will return to Pakistan tonight. The fifteen member delegation accompanying Prime Minister Gilani will include Asfandyar Wali, Dr. Farooq Sattar, Sherry Rehman, Qamar Zaman Kaira, and Federal Ministers Hina Rabbani Khar, Ahmad Mukhtar, Khurshid Shah, Engineer Shaukat Ullah, Abdul Qadir Baloch, Laiq Ahmad and and Munir Aurakzai.

Pakistan Vs Indian 2nd Semi Final: Mohali Skies Clear After Rain and Thunderstorm

The biggest match of 2011 world cup Pakistan Vs Indian 2nd Semi Final is schedule today. Pakistan Vs Indian 2^nd Semi Final will be played today at Mohali. The weather of Mohali was not favorable for cricket. It was really shocking for the fans that may be bad weather could interrupt the Pakistan Vs Indian 2nd Semi Final. The good news for the fans that after thunderstorm followed by rain the weather of Mohali is now clear up.

PM Gilani Says Reconciliation Policy Will be Continued

The deadline was given to Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani by PML-N Chief Nawaz Shrif set to end on Monday, but on Sunday Gilani telephoned PML-N chief and assured him to accept his 10 points agenda.

Addressing a news conference, the Prime Minister said that Nawaz Sharif had clarified that he had not given any ultimatum to the government. Gilani said: I have conveyed to Nawaz Sharif governments readiness to work together on the 10 points agenda that he had proposed. He said, in response, Nawaz Sharif assured that PML-N would continue to play its constructive role as opposition. He said PML-N has formed its three-member committee headed by Ishaq Dar to work in collaboration with the government on the 10 points agenda. Earlier, the Prime Minister said that he had to convene a news conference to take the nation into confidence on the national issues and to clarify governments position in connection with all kinds of speculations that were in circulation.

He said that PML-Q, MQM, ANP, PML-F and JUI-F have assured their full support to the present government.

Replying to a question about proposed amendments in anti-blasphemy laws, the premier said I assured Maulana Fazur Rehman today that the government has no intention to table any amendment. Replying to an other question, the PM said that cut in inflation was the top priority of the government. He also assured that the inquiry of governors murder would be transparent. He said that all political parties would work jointly to end gas, power laodshedding. Responding another query, Gilani said that if his government loses majority they will sit on opposition benches.

Political parties should work for country’s betterment: PM

Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani said that reduction in oil prices has brought back all political parties in coalition.

Talking to Media, the PM said that he had telephoned all key political leaders including Nawaz Sharif, Pir Pagara, Maulana Fazal-ur-Rehmen and Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain and discussed current political situation in the country. He said that the government was seeking guidance from all political parties to settle fuel prices. He said we all are friends not masters and we have to work together to bring country out of crisis. He said all stake holders would be on board to end gas, power loadshedding and corruption in the country. He said that PML-Q, MQM, ANP, PML-F and JUI-F have assured their full support to the present government. He stated that the government would restructure of PRs, Steel Mills, PIA and other departments. He said that accountability of all institutions would be made transparent. NFC, 19th amendment, Balochistan package were the big achievements of the PPP-led government, he added.

Cabinet committee rebukes release of WikiLeaks

In the meeting of Defence Committee of the Cabinet (DCC) under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani, the participants condemned the release of WikiLeaks cables and called it an attempt to spoil the image of Pakistan. Strategy of PMs Afghanistan visit was also finalized in the meeting.

The PM was briefed about the overall situation in Swat and North Waziristan and Kashmir issue also came under discussion. The committee demanded to solve Kashmir dispute as per resolutions of the UN. It emphasized to establish peace in Afghanistan as early as possible. The PM congratulated Army Chief and General Wyne and lauded efforts of Pak army to contain terrorism in the country.

PM announces Rs.1 billion for FATA Agencies

Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani has announced Rs.1 billion tp provide gas to the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) and agencies, trendpk.Com reported on Thursday.

A delegation comprising FATA MNAs called on the prime minister today. Speaking during the meeting Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani assured the FATA legislators that the on going development projects in FATA would be completed soon and that he would direct the federal interior minister Rehman Malik to provide the facility of NADRA cards and machine readable passports in the area. The prime minister said that conciliatory politics would be practiced in the country.

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