Day: September 10, 2021

Islamabad, September 10, 2021 (PPI-OT):Dr. MIYAWAKI Akira, a Japanese botanist and expert in plant ecology passed away at the age of 93 in July this year. In Pakistan, He is known for “Miyawaki method,” tree planting approach actively promoted at the initiative of Prime Minister Imran Khan. Under this approach, dozens of species that suit the environment are planted in the same area, close to each other, which ensures their growth in a competitive environment, allowing the trees to grow faster compared to normal plantation.

On the sad demise of Dr. Miyawaki, PM Khan conveyed his sincerest condolences, which has been shared with Yokohama National University, where Dr. Miyawaki worked as Professor Emeritus. In response, Mr. UMEHARA Izuru, President of Yokohama National University, has conveyed his appreciations to PM Khan upon receiving his condolence message.

H.E. Mr. MATSUDA Kuninori, the Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan honours the life and work of the late Professor Miyawaki, and expresses deepest appreciation to the Prime Minister for his condolences and sympathies over the passing away of Dr. Miyawaki and also for his initiative of adopting the “Miyawaki Method”. “I hope that by tree planting activities, with the cherished memory of the late Professor Miyawaki, trees and forests throughout Pakistan will grow strongly, as Pakistan will do certainly”, said the Ambassador.

For more information, contact:
Embassy of Japan in Pakistan
53-70, Ramna 5/4, Diplomatic Enclave 1,
Islamabad 44000, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9072500
Fax: +92-51-9072352
Email: culture@ib.mofa.go.jp
Website: http://www.pk.emb-japan.go.jp

Islamabad, September 10, 2021 (PPI-OT):Senior Superintendent of Police (Operations) Dr. Syed Mustafa Tanweer on Thursday said that 11 persons including six POs were arrested during the last 24 hours in a massive crackdown against drug-peddlers and criminals. The police also recovered weapons from them. According to the details, Aabpara police arrested accused Attiq Ur-Rehman and recovered one 30 bore pistol from him, while police also arrested accused Bakhtawar involved in street crime incidents.

Bhara Kahu police arrested accused Toqeer Ahmed and recovered one 30 bore pistol from him. Bani Gala police arrested two accused Amjad Ali and Mehmood Ahmed involved in a theft case. Cases have been registered against the nabbed persons and further investigation is underway from them. During a special crackdown, the police teams of Kohsar, Aabpara, Banigala, Sabzi Mandi and Shahzad Town police stations arrested six wanted proclaimed offenders from various areas of the city.

DIG (Operations) Afzaal Ahmed Kausar and SSP (Operations) Dr. Syed Mustafa Tanweer have appreciated this performance and directed all Station House Officers for effective crackdown against drug-peddling activities. The SSP also categorically asked all the police officials to focus on resolving the public complaints and take every possible step to provide maximum relief to citizens.

For more information, contact:
Islamabad Police
Data centre H-11, Admin Block,
Police Head Quarter, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9258371 Ext (160)
Fax: +92-51-4443180
Email: webmaster@islamabadpolice.gov.pk
Website: https://islamabadpolice.gov.pk

Karachi, September 10, 2021 (PPI-OT):Workers’ remittances continued their strong trend, reaching $2.66 billion in August 2021. This is the sixth consecutive month when inflows recorded around $2.7 billion on average, and the fifteen consecutive month they have been above $2 billion. In terms of growth, remittances increased by 26.8 percent (y/y) in August, which is a decade high growth rate for that month.

On a m/m basis, inflows were marginally lower than in July, reflecting the usual post‐Eid slowdown. Nevertheless, this seasonal decline was far less this year compared to historical trends. Cumulatively, at $5.36 billion, remittances grew by 10.4% during the first two months of this year over the same period last year.

Remittance inflows during August 2021 were mainly sourced from Saudi Arabia ($694 million), United Arab Emirates ($512 million), United Kingdom ($353 million) and the United States ($279 million).

Proactive policy measures by the Government and SBP to incentivize the use of formal channels, curtailed cross‐border travel in the face of COVID‐19, altruistic transfers to Pakistan amid the pandemic, and orderly foreign exchange market conditions have positively contributed towards the sustained improvement in remittance inflows since last year.

For more information, contact:
Chief Spokesman,
State Bank of Pakistan (SBP)
Central Directorate
I.I. Chundrigar Road, Karachi, Pakistan
Tel: +92-21-111-727-111
Tel: +92-21-39212562
Fax: +92-21-39212433 – 39212436
Email: chief.spokesperson@sbp.org.pk
Website: www.sbp.org.pk

Karachi, September 10, 2021 (PPI-OT):Capital market fraternity welcomed Air Link Communication Limited CEO Muzzaffar H Piracha, at a high-profile launch ceremony, presided by Sindh Governor Imran Ismail at JS Global Capital Limited’s head office. Governor Ismail, congratulating key stakeholders, said, “I would like to place on record and give credit to PM Imran Khan’s vision whereby he made everyone work hard to change the economy from import focused to export focused; which takes time and the new smart phone mobile policy is one great example.”

For more information, contact:
Advisor to Governor (Higher Education and Media)
Sindh Governor House
Tel: +92-21-99201216-7, +92-21-99201201-3
Email: press@governorsindh.gov.pk
Website: www.governorsindh.gov.pk

Rawalpindi, September 10, 2021 (PPI-OT):His Excellency, Mr Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the state of Qatar called on General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS). During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, regional security situation especially current situation in Afghanistan and cooperation in various fields were discussed.

COAS reiterated shared resolve of extending humanitarian assistance for Afghans. COAS said that Pakistan remains committed to working with its international partners for peace in the region and ensuring a stable and prosperous future for people of Afghanistan. The visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan’s role in successful evacuation operations from Afghanistan, efforts for regional stability and pledged to play their role for further improvement in diplomatic cooperation with Pakistan at all levels.

For more information, contact:
Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR)
Hilal Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9271605
Fax: +92-51-9271601
Email: ispr@ispr.gov.pk
Website: www.ispr.gov.pk

Islamabad, September 10, 2021 (PPI-OT):The Foreign Minister of Spain, Jose Manuel Albares is arriving in Islamabad today (Friday). He will hold talks with Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi to discuss the latest developments in Afghanistan. Bilateral relations will also be part of discussions during the delegation-level talks. Pakistan and Spain enjoy cordial relations, bilaterally as well as in the context of European Union and multilateral fora. Spain is the 3rd largest trading partner of Pakistan within the European Union.

For more information, contact:
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Government of Pakistan
4th Floor, Cabinet Block, Pak. Secretariat, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9103557
Email: info@moib.gov.pk
Website: http://www.moib.gov.pk

Islamabad, September 10, 2021 (PPI-OT):The Apex Committee of National Action Plan has decided to set up a National Crisis Information Management Cell to ensure timely, correct and smooth flow of information about internal security issues. The meeting presided over by the Prime Minister Imran Khan in Islamabad also decided that the ministries of interior and information would be the lead bodies of the cell.

The meeting also took into account the latest developments especially situation in neighbouring Afghanistan and its possible implications for the country. The committee decided to fast track implementation of various measures to meet emergent security challenges including cyber security, espionage, judicial and civil reforms.

It was resolved that all measures would be taken to ensure internal security and miscreants would be dealt with full force of the law. The Prime Minister paid glowing tributes to the armed forces, police, intelligence agencies and other law enforcement agencies for their invaluable contributions and sacrifices towards ensuring internal security.

For more information, contact:
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Government of Pakistan
4th Floor, Cabinet Block, Pak. Secretariat, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9103557
Email: info@moib.gov.pk
Website: http://www.moib.gov.pk