Govt has accepted SC’s ruling: Qureshi
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi began to acknowledge that the opposition had the right to table a no-trust motion against the prime minister, but said that defending it was his obligation. “We intend to fight it in constitutional, political
FM Shah Mahmood Qureshi leaves for China on three-day visit
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has left for China to participate in the third meeting of Foreign Ministers of Neighbouring Countries of Afghanistan. Besides attending the Neighbouring Countries’ Ministerial meeting, the Foreign Minister will interact with counterparts from participating
Qureshi unhappy over getting 11th ranking in performing ministries
ISLAMABAD: After reservations expressed by Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Ali Muhammad Khan, Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has expressed displeasure to the federal government for getting 11th rank in the list of top-performing ministries. FM Shah Mahmood Qureshi has also
Qureshi seeks Shehbaz, Bilawal’s cooperation on South Punjab province
ISLAMABAD: Seeking cooperation on the matters related to the creation of South Punjab, Foreign Minister (FM) Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Thursday sent letters to President Pakistan Muslim League – Nawaz (PML-N) Shehbaz Sharif and Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal
Qureshi underlines importance of PM’s upcoming China visit
MULTAN: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi Sunday said upcoming visit of Prime Minister Imran Khan to China will further give impetus to bilateral strategic relations in diverse sectors. Addressing a ceremony in Multan on Sunday, he said the Prime Minister
Pakistan foreign policy must respond to shifting trends: FM Qureshi
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi Wednesday said that Pakistan’s foreign policy must respond adequately to the shifting trends and must navigate through this external environment to ensure the security of Pakistan’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence, and advancement of
World should come forward to help Afghanistan, Pakistan alone cannot do anything: FM
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi while giving a media briefing after the OIC meeting said that it is the responsibility of the whole world to help Afghanistan, Pakistan alone cannot do anything, therefore we hope that today’s extraordinary meeting
FM Qureshi says Pakistan wants stability, durable peace in Afghanistan
MULTAN: Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi has said some forces want unrest in Pakistan just to fulfil their different geo-strategic agenda. Addressing at the concluding session of Hazrat Shah Rukn-e-Alam conference in Multan on Sunday, he said these forces
FM Qureshi faces backlash for welcoming his Russian counterpart with an umbrella bearer
Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has been facing backlash for accompanying his umbrella bearer to welcome his Russian counterpart. Yesterday, the Russian foreign minister arrived in Islamabad on a visit to Pakistan where he was received by Shah Mahmood Qureshi.
All tactics of PDM have failed: FM Qureshi
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has expressed that all the tactics of the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) have failed, Allah has been grateful to Prime Minister Imran Khan. According to details, Shah Mahmood Qureshi while congratulating Chairman Senate Sadiq
Qureshi arrives in Karachi amid rift over awarding Senate tickets
KARACHI: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is facing a severe rift after the nomination of Federal Minister Faisal Vawda and wealthy constructor Saifullah Abro for the Senate elections from Sindh. Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has reached Karachi on Monday morning
Entire nation stands united on Kashmir issue: FM Qureshi
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has said that Pakistani nation, political parties, and the armed forces were on the same page regarding Kashmir. While addressing an All Parties Conference held today to form a consensus on the lingering dispute
No occupation can subjugate spirit of brave Kashmiris: Qureshi
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has said no occupation can subjugate the spirit of the brave people of Kashmir. In a tweet on the occasion of Kashmir Martyrs Day, the foreign minister also paid tribute to the courage of
FM calls OIC chief to update on aggravating IOJ&K situation
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Saturday held a telephonic conversation with OIC Secretary General, Dr. Yousef A. Al-Othaimeen to update him on the aggravating situation in Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IOJ&K). According to a statement issued, during
Qureshi discusses debt relief with Japanese counterpart
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has exchanged views on socio-economic ramifications of the COVID-19 epidemic with Japan’s Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi on Friday. According to FO statement, during the telephonic conversation, FM Qureshi briefed Motegi about PM Imran Khan’s
Qureshi, Swiss FM discuss COVID-19 epidemic
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi held a telephonic conversation with Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis of Switzerland to discuss matters related to the COVID-19 epidemic. Expressing deep condolences over loss of precious lives, the FM Qureshi commended efforts made
Trump demands India to play positive role in region: FM Qureshi
Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has said that United States President Donald Trump has demanded India to play a positive role in the region. In a statement, FM Qureshi said that during the visit to India, Donald Trump has demanded
Pakistan pursuing policy of returning Afghan refugees with dignity: FM
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Monday said Pakistan is pursuing a policy of return of Afghan refugees with dignity, safety and honour. Addressing two-day Refugee Summit Islamabad on 40 years of hosting Afghan refugees in Pakistan, the minister
Pakistan will always speak for its Kashmiri brethren: FM Qureshi
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has said that Pakistan will always speak for its Kashmiri brethren. FM Qureshi took to Twitter and said that, “Kashmiris will not be silenced,” adding that Pakistan’s support for the valiant people of Kashmir
FM meet Saudi counterpart, calls for de-escalating tension
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Monday underlined the need to reduce tension in the Middle East region to ensure peace, stability and security. The foreign minister arrived in Saudi capital Riyadh on the second leg of the diplomatic
Foreign Office’s new website ‘VisionFO’ launched
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has launched Foreign Office’s new website – ‘VisionFO’ – to promote a macro vision, digital landscape and transparent way of communications. The foreign minister said the first manifestation of the vision is the launch
FM Qureshi vows to raise Kashmir issue at all global forums
MULTAN: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Saturday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to forcefully raise the Kashmir dispute at all global forums. Speaking to journalists in Multan, the foreign minister said that he will visits Sri Lanka and Qatar during and
SAARC to hold next summit in Pakistan: FM Qureshi
NEW YORK: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has said that the members of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) decided to hold its next summit in Islamabad. According to the foreign minister, Prime Minister Imran Khan would chair
Only third party mediation can resolve Kashmir issue: FM Qureshi
GENEVA: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi told Swiss TV that Kashmir Issue can only be resolved after third party mediation. He appreciated the inclusion of the Kashmir issue in the agenda of Swiss-India meeting between Indian and Swiss leaders. Shah
Trilateral talks: China-Afghan-Pakistan FMs to meet today
ISLAMABAD: The third round of China-Afghanistan-Pakistan trilateral foreign ministers dialogue to discuss peace and progress among states will be held today under the chairmanship of Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi. According to details, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is will
FM apprises Malaysian counterpart of blatant violations in IoK
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has telephoned Malaysian Foreign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah and apprised him of blatant human rights violations in Indian occupied Kashmir (IOK) on Friday. Malaysian Foreign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah has expressed concern over the prevailing human
Humanitarian situation in IOK draws world’s attention: FM Shah
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Wednesday said that the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Indian occupied Kashmir has caught the attention of the world. In his tweet, Shah Mahmood Qureshi posted, “Have been reaching out to two to four
Kashmir situation: PM to chair NSC meeting today
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan will chair the National Security Committee (NSC) today to discuss the deteriorating situation of occupied Kashmir. According to the sources, the nation’s military leadership will also attend the meeting in Islamabad to discuss the alarming