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Pakistan, GCC finalize Joint Action Plan for Strategic Dialogue (2022-26)

ISLAMABAD, Jan 5 (APP):Pakistan and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), in line with their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Strategic Dialogue, on Wednesday finalized the Joint Action Plan for Strategic Dialogue (2022-2026). The Action Plan, which provides an institutional approach to deepen cooperation in various […]

GCC Secretary General to visit Pakistan today

Islamabad – January 4 (ONLINE): The Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Nayef bin Falah Al-Hajraf will reach Pakistan today (Wednesday) on invitation of Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi. According to the Foreign Office, FM Qureshi had invited the Secretary General of GCC […]

Khaqan bashes NAB

Islamabad – January 4 (ONLINE): Former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has alleged Chairman of National Accountability Bureau (NAB) of ‘working on daily wages’ and said that the chairman of corruption watchdog had illegally occupied his seat. Talking to reporters after appearing before the Accountability […]

ECP to publically display verified voter lists

Islamabad – January 4 (ONLINE): The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has decided to display the verified voter lists for the public. It has been informed that the said voter lists will be posted at various places including the offices of the union councils and […]

Former PM Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto’s birthday to be celebrated today

Islamabad – January 4 (ONLINE): Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)’s Founding Chairman and former Prime Minister Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto’s birthday will be celebrated today (Wednesday). Main ceremony of Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto’s birthday will be held in Lahore. Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari […]

Farrukh for early submission of PPP, PML-N audited reports before ECP

ISLAMABAD, Jan 4 (APP):Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Tuesday asked Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to direct its scrutiny committees to submit with it audited reports of bank accounts relating to foreign funding of different political parties including Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz […]

Govt notifies transfer, posting of grade 20 & 21 officers

ISLAMABAD, Jan 4 (APP):The federal government on Tuesday notified the transfer and posting of high ranking officers. According to a notification issued by the Establishment Division, a BS-21 officer of Secretariat Group, Hassan Raza Saeed presently posted as Senior Joint Secretary, National Heritage and Culture […]

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South Asian nation of Pakistan is renowned for its varied people, rich cultural heritage, and ancient sites. With its dynamic political environment, socioeconomic advancements, and geographical relevance, it is a country that captures the interest of the whole globe. This article will examine some of Pakistan’s most recent newsworthy events, giving readers a quick overview of the nation’s present situation.

Pakistan, sometimes referred to as the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, is a South Asian nation. It has shared boundaries with India to the east, Afghanistan, Iran, China, and the Arabian Sea to the west, south, and northeast. Pakistan is the fifth-most populated nation in the world, with a total population of about 225 million.

History: As a result of the division of India, Pakistan became independent from British colonial authority on August 14, 1947. As a distinct homeland for Muslims in the area, the nation was founded. Millions of people were displaced as a result of extensive communal violence and mass migration brought on by the division.

Geographical diversity in Pakistan includes mountainous regions in the north, including the Himalayas and the Karakoram range, as well as coastal regions along the Arabian Sea. One of the world’s longest rivers, the Indus, runs across the nation and supplies water for hydropower production and irrigation.

Pakistan’s climate ranges from being desert in the south to being moderate in the north. Winters may be chilly, especially in the northern mountainous regions where snowfall is prevalent, but summers are often hot, with temperatures topping 40°C (104°F) in certain places.

Pakistan’s society and culture are diverse and multiethnic, and it has a long history. Islam is practiced by the vast majority of people, and Islamic customs and ideals have a significant impact on Pakistani culture. While English is widely spoken and utilized in professional and commercial contexts, Urdu is the country’s official language.

Popular meals include biryani, kebabs, and curries. Pakistani cuisine is renowned for its variety and tastes. Both men’s and women’s shalwar kameez are examples of traditional dress, while there are regional variants throughout the nation.

Major Cities: Islamabad, the nation’s capital and administrative hub, is situated in the northern section of the nation. The largest city and a significant financial and commercial centre is Karachi, which is located on the country’s southern coast. Pakistan’s cultural capital is Lahore, which is renowned for its extensive historical landmarks and cultural history.

Regarding purchasing power parity, Pakistan’s economy ranks as the 23rd largest in the world. Its economy is mainly on agriculture and it is categorized as a developing country. Its main exports are textiles, apparel, and agricultural goods. To promote economic growth, the government has been concentrating on industrialisation, infrastructure improvement, and luring international investment.

Pakistan confronts a number of difficulties, such as poverty, terrorism, political unrest, and insufficient access to healthcare and education. The nation does, however, have a great deal of room to expand and flourish. It boasts a youthful, expanding population, a prime position for commerce, and an abundance of minerals, coal, and other natural resources.

By adopting economic reforms, funding human development, supporting peace and stability, and increasing regional connectivity, Pakistan is working to overcome these obstacles and seize its possibilities. Daily Pakistani news is published by Pakistan News International.

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