President Asif Ali Zardari extended his warm felicitations to the leadership and people of Kazakhstan as they celebrated their 34th Independence Day on December 16. The president conveyed his sincere wishes to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and to the people of Kazakhstan for the continued prosperity and stability. Pakistan remained committed to deepening its partnership with […]
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President Zardari directs PPP to prepare for LG polls in Punjab
President Asif Ali Zardari on Saturday tasked PPP lawmakers and members with commencing preparations for the local body polls in Punjab. The local body polls are likely to be held in Punjab next year after some amendments to the local government law. Under Article 140-A of the Constitution and Section 219(4) of the Elections Act, […]
President congratulates Sultan Golden on setting world record
President Asif Ali Zardari Saturday congratulated Sultan Golden on setting a new world record in reverse driving. In a statement, he said, “Sultan Golden’s success is a reflection of the courage, skill and dedication of Pakistanis.” “This feat has further strengthened Pakistan’s positive image at the global level,” he said and expressed his best wishes […]
Pakistan confers highest civil award on Indonesian president
President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday conferred Nishan-e-Pakistan, the highest civil award of Pakistan, on President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto Djojohadikusumo in a special investiture ceremony held here at Aiwan-e-Sadr. The ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif; Chairman Senate, Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani; Speaker National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq; members of the […]
President reaffirms commitment to protecting human rights
President Asif Ali Zardari reaffirmed that the Government of Pakistan remained committed to protecting and promoting human rights and would continue its efforts to safeguard the liberty, dignity and self-esteem of all citizens. “The Constitution of Pakistan guarantees freedom to every citizen, without distinction of caste, creed or colour,” the president said in a message […]
Zardari, Shehbaz call for renewed South Asian cooperation
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have said that Pakistan is ready to work with all states in South Asia to strengthen trade and energy linkages. They issued their messages on the 40th anniversary of Saarc Charter Day. Both leaders stressed Pakistan’s commitment to Saarc principles and regional cooperation. President Zardari said […]
Pakistan shows readiness to work for regional trade, connectivity
President Asif Ali Zardari said Pakistan was ready to work with all willing states in South Asia to promote trade, transit, energy linkages and people-to-people ties that benefit the entire region. In a message on 40th anniversary of SAARC Charter Day December 8, 2025, he said, “As we mark the anniversary, I extend greetings to […]
COAS Munir notified as country’s first CDF
The Ministry of Defence on Friday officially notified Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir as the country’s first chief of defence forces (CDF), a day after President Asif Ali Zardari approved the appointment on the advice of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The notification said: “In exercise of the powers conferred under Article 243 […]
President Zardari felicitates Finland on Independence Day, highlights growing ties
President Asif Ali Zardari has extended warm felicitations to Finnish President Alexander Stubb and the people of Finland on the country’s 108th Independence Day, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. In his message on Friday, President Zardari praised Finland’s achievements since independence, noting its global leadership in education, technology, innovation, research, biotechnology, and forestry. […]
President praises PN relief operation in flood-hit Sri Lanka
President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday commended the Pakistan Navy for carrying out the relief operation in Sri Lanka, after the floods and landslides hit many parts of the country, causing deaths and widespread destruction. The president, in a statement, lauded the Pakistan Navy helicopter crew for the timely rescue of a family stranded for […]