The world is rapidly facing challenges such as growing urban populations, climate change, housing crises, and the need for modern infrastructure. In this context, the World Urban Forum, organized under the auspices of the United Nations, is regarded as the largest global platform for discussions on urban development, sustainable planning, and public welfare policies. This […]
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Punjab govt wins applause at world forum in Baku
Pakistan’s relations with Azerbaijan are not new; rather, the foundation of these strong ties was laid during Nawaz Sharif’s first tenure as Prime Minister, when Heydar Aliyev was President of Azerbaijan and the father of the current President, Ilham Aliyev. Today, this legacy is being carried forward by Nawaz Sharif’s daughter, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, and […]
Islamabad, Baku developing ties within trilateral framework: President Aliyev
Continuing the longstanding friendship between President PML-N Muhammad Nawaz Sharif and Heydar Aliyev, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif received a grand diplomatic welcome in Baku, where she led a high-level delegation in an important meeting with President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev. During the meeting, both sides appreciated the growing brotherly relations […]
Punjab CM lands in Baku to represent Pakistan at World Urban Forum
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif arrived in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, along with a delegation, where she was accorded a warm welcome at the airport. Deputy Minister for Defence Industry Mr Mehman Bakhshiyev received Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif and the delegation upon their arrival at Baku Airport. Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Pakistan Khazar […]
Syrian and Israeli ministers to hold rare security talks in Baku
In a significant diplomatic development, senior ministers from Syria and Israel will meet in Baku on Thursday to discuss the escalating security situation in southern Syria, a diplomat told AFP. The talks follow a previous meeting held last week in Paris between Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani and Israel’s Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer. […]
Shehbaz Sharif and President Aliyev unite to power up bilateral relations
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a high-level meeting with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev in Baku, focusing on strengthening the long-standing friendly ties between Pakistan and Azerbaijan. The leaders discussed ways to enhance cooperation in key areas such as trade, investment, energy, infrastructure, and economic development. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Economic […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif heads to Azerbaijan for 17th ECO summit
ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif will depart for Baku, Azerbaijan, today to attend the two-day 17th Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) summit starting tomorrow. The summit will focus on a sustainable and climate-resilient future. During the event, Shehbaz Sharif will lead Pakistan’s delegation and present the country’s views on important regional and global issues. […]
PM Shehbaz joins trilateral summit with Türkiye and Azerbaijan in Baku
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Azerbaijan after completing his official visit to Iran. At Lachin Airport, he was welcomed by Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov, Pakistan’s Ambassador Qasim Moinuddin, and other senior diplomats. This visit marks the third leg of his ongoing four-nation tour. He will next travel to Tajikistan. PM Shehbaz is […]
Azerbaijan Formula One Grand Prix Hamilton wary of tricky Baku circuit
Championship leader Lewis Hamilton is expecting his main rivals to give him a tough time on the demanding streets of Baku at this weekend’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The five-time world champion, who heads the embryonic 2019 title race by six points after three races, has struggled to master the Baku circuit in the past and […]