Uzbekistan rises in global economic complexity rankings, outpacing regional peers
TASHKENT, Wednesday, April 23, 2025 (WNP): Uzbekistan has recorded remarkable economic progress, rising 25 positions over the past five years to rank 80th among 145 countries in the latest Economic Complexity Index (ECI) published by the Growth Lab at Harvard University. The Center for Economic Research and Reforms (CERR) of Uzbekistan, which conducted an analysis of the Harvard Growth Lab...
Pakistan committed to religious freedom, minority rights; says minister at Holi celebration
ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, April 23, 2025 (WNP): Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf on Tuesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to religious freedom and minority rights. Addressing a ceremony celebrating the Hindu festival of Holi at the National Library of Pakistan, Sardar Yousaf said the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony celebrates various religious festivals every year...
Vaccination drive begins at 11 Haji Camps across country
ISLAMABAD, Tuesday, April 22, 2025 (WNP): Vaccination for intending pilgrims has commenced at 11 designated Haji camps across the country, said the spokesperson for the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony on Tuesday. Talking to APP, he said due to the special efforts of Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, arrangements for vaccine supply...
Govt establishes independent ‘National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency’
ISLAMABAD, Tuesday, April 22, 2025 (WNP): The government has formally launched the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) as an independent institution, granting it full authority to investigate and act against cyber-related offenses nationwide in a major step to combat the growing threat of cybercrime. Previously operating under the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) as its Cyber Crime Wing, the unit...
Sialkot Chamber shows keen interest in ‘Single Country Exhibition in Addis Ababa’
SIALKOT, Monday, April 21, 2025 (WNP): The Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Monday announced participation of their members in the Single Country Exhibition in Addis Ababa, scheduled from May 15 to 17, 2025, closely scheduled with “Invest in Ethiopia” Business Forum in Ethiopia on May 12-13. President of the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce, Ikram ul Haq made the...
Security forces eliminate six terrorists including key commander in KP operations
RAWALPINDI, Monday, April 21, 2025 (WNP): Pakistan’s security forces have killed six Khwarij terrorists, including a key commander, during two separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), the military’s media wing announced on Monday. According to a statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operations were carried out between April 20 and 21 following intelligence reports about the presence...
Pakistan mourns passing of Pope Francis, pays tribute to his legacy of peace, unity
ISLAMABAD, Monday, April 21, 2025 (WNP): Pakistan on Monday extended its heartfelt condolences on the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, lauding him as a revered spiritual leader and a tireless advocate for global peace, interfaith dialogue, and human dignity. In an official statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs praised Pope Francis for his unwavering commitment to fostering unity among...
PM Shehbaz vows to prioritize overseas Pakistanis’ issues, enhance investment opportunities
ISLAMABAD, Monday, April 21, 2025 (WNP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday reaffirmed his government's commitment to resolving the issues faced by overseas Pakistanis on a priority basis and expanding facilities available to them. Chairing a special meeting focused on matters concerning expatriates, the prime minister said overseas Pakistanis would be provided tailored investment opportunities aligned with their areas...
Chinese envoy reaffirms commitment to strengthening China-Pakistan partnership
ISLAMABAD, Monday, April 21, 2025 (WNP): Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong has reaffirmed Beijing’s commitment to deepening the all-weather strategic cooperative partnership with Pakistan, pledging to accelerate efforts toward building an even closer China-Pakistan community with a shared future in the new era. In an article marking the 10th anniversary of President Xi Jinping’s historic visit to Pakistan, titled...
UN chief mourns death of Pope Francis, hailing his legacy of peace, compassion
UNITED NATIONS, April 21, 2024 (WNP): United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday paid tribute to Pope Francis, who passed away earlier in the day at the Vatican at the age of 88, praising him as a "transcendent voice for peace, human dignity and social justice." Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Argentina, Pope Francis made history in 2013 when he...