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Six- ’ Conference
The six-na�on Speakers Conference on ments, government and the people. states contributed to the strengthening
Dec 24-25 adopted a 29-point Islamabad The speaker also deliberated on the di- of peace, prosperity and stability for the
Declara�on of partnership for regional versity and interconnectedness of chal- peoples living in the region, expressing
peace, development and connec�vity.
and global levels, besides discussing the
lateral fora.
-polar world where Asia was They agreed to further strengthen collab-
speakers of Wolesi Jirga of Afghanistan
of China, Russian Federal Duma with independence and unity among the con-
trum of bilateral, regional and interna- “We will pro-
mote greater awareness within the pub-
They descussed the significance of peace, friendly manner. lic and private sectors on the benefits of
development and conncec�vity among
the par�cipa�ng states and held in-depth
and useful discussions to explore ways for acknowledged the shared bonds of histo-
forging partnership in these mutually ry, culture and values between the peo- such as symposiums, workshops, semi-
reinforcing areas. nars, business missions and courses,”
The conference recognized that peace they said.The speakers said they would
was a prerequisite for achieving develop- encourage greater engagement and co-
economy and trade. -to-
They noted with concern the increasing ity ini a ves, including those rela ng to
agreeing on the need for more engage- links between drug trafficking and other
ment and dialogue among the Parlia-
and terrorism. cultural exchanges, and tourism.
The moot desired The speakers and heads of the delega-
to maintain the
momentum of high ghanistan, China, Iran, Russia and Turkey
level exchanges thanked the host speaker Sardar Ayaz
Sadiq for his warm and generous hospi-
providing impetus tality extended to them and their delega-
for deepening of
The conference agreed to hold the next
countries.
The speakers year.
stressed that coop-
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5th Pak-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission
Report: Dr. Shahid Hasan
5th Pak-Russia Inter-Governmental
Commission (IGC) was held in Moscow, a member-state of Eurasian Eco-
co-chaired Mr. Denis V. Manturov nomic Union comprising Russia,
Russian Minister for Trade and In- Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, Armenia and
dustry and Engineer Khurram
Dastgir Khan, Minister for Defence of
only with support by all member-
states of the EEU, since such decision
The Pakistani and Russian ministers Pak students in Russia, banking and is in the competence of the EEU.
Pakistan requested the Russian side
plenary session of the IGC that con- ” the minister said.
a�er -faceted Russian Minister Mr. Manturov led a learn more about EEU including their
50- internal tariffs, common external tar-
officials. About trade, economic, sci-
ments already signed with other
the signing ceremony, Khurram recognized that the current volume countries and agreements currently
Dastgir said both sides had accelerat- of bilateral trade was not commensu-
The two sides appreciated the posi-
ous energy sector investments by 2016 the volume increased by 2%
Russia in Pakistan. “We have also and reached USD 404,9 million. For that in view of the interest of Paki-
added important new subjects such the period of the first 9 months of stani students to pursue higher edu-
the current calendar year, trade be-
-Russia number of scholarships may be in-
Joint Working Group on Trade. Other to USD 393,48 million. creased in the years to come.
subjects of the dialogue were mutual Russia informed the Pakistan
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26th anniversary of Independence Day of Uzbekistan
The 26th anniversary of Independ- Excellency Furqat Sidiov vaiz Rasheed
ence Day of Uzbekistan was celebrat- was of the view that people of both
ed in Islamabad. He added that Pakistan government the countries had a long history of affec-
The Ambassador of Uzbekistan in Pa- gives top priority to Pak-Uzbek rela-
kistan His Excellency Furqat Sidiov over several centuries. He added that
Uzbekistan is the only country of Cen-
celebrate 26th anniversary of Inde- tral Asia which is directly connected
pendence Day of Uzbekistan. The Fed- number of diplomats, high civil and with Pakistan through state run Uzbek
military bureaucrats, member of Paki-
Aziz was the chief guest of the event. stani parliament and leading person- Uzbek government to operate flights
While talking to journalists, the Feder- between the two countries to boost
While talking to local journalists,
Aziz said that Pakistan and Uzbekistan the Uzbek Ambassador in Pakistan His
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Russian Ambassador to Pakistan
met Chief of Army Staff
Russian Ambassador to Pakistan Alexey Yurevich Dedov met Chief of
The COAS thanked the Russian ambassador for his concerns and sup-
port, adding that it enhanced the two countries’ military coopera-
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Dr Najamus Sahar Bu : Awarded with Russia’s “Pushkin Medal”
with Russia’s “Pushkin Medal”, a state awarded the Lenin Prize.
Among the many books on Russian
sion of Russia’
sian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. former Soviet general Makhmut
Akhmetovich Gareyev’s Meri Akhri
Jang: Afghanistan, Soviet Afwaaj kay
translated several Russian books into Ur- Inkhila kay Baad (My Last War: Afghan-
du. This is first Russian state award for any istan a er the exit of the Soviet Forces
from Afghanistan) and Russian Presi-
’s biography Mard–i
era, poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz and legendary -Aahan.
Affairs
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Russian Duma:
Pakistan in econom-
ic, defense, trade
and all other sectors.
Leonid Slutsky said
that Pakistan has
rendered unprece-
sembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and For- The Foreign Minister, Khawaja Mu-
eign Minister of Pakistan Khawaja hammad Asif received Slutsky at the
Asif. The Chairman of the Russian Foreign Office. Views were ex-
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Mr. Mohammad Arsallah Khan Appointed
A n e m i n e n t b u s i n e s s m a n in Russia - Paki-
h a s b e e n a p p o i n t e d a s H o n o r a r y stan joint ven-
w a r . T h e A m b a s s a d o r a l s o eign invest-
admired the efforts and work of Mr. Habib ment”
Ahmed, Honorary Council of Russian Mr. Habib
Ahmed, Hon-
Speaking to Chief Editor of Vipusknik orary Council
of Russian
sian Honorary Consul Mr. Arsala Shah
said that he aimed to promote trade and Lahore congratulated Mr. Arsala Shah “Opening of the Russian consulate in
tourism between the two countries. he and said that Pakistan has very cordial Peshawar is a great achievement for the
Russian graduates in Province ”.
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Russia Seeks Pakistan’s Vote in Expo 2025 Bid
i es at newly-built venues would be ar- cal, industrial, cultural and social
ranged around the embankment, the achievements.
main ones being the Amphitheatre, the “The expo would provide the Pakistani
Concert Hall, the expo Arena and the business community a good opportunity
to demonstrate their quality products
ing the most high- and enhance their business prospects,”
he added. “They would also be able to
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market access to South Asia, Middle
East, Africa and other countries. Simi-
would provide
rinburg- all visitors
Sverdlovsk Region Deputy Govern Rus- with world-
sia’s bid is for a world Expo in the city of class accom-
Ekaterinburg between 2 May and 2 No-
vember 2025 under the theme changing which would
become a
sustainable
Alexander G Visokinskiy, and his delega-
ket access to Central Asia through Russia.
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EXPO 2025: Russian Delegation visit-
bid on the honorary the Russian bid was made that put an em-
right to hold the
EXPO in Ekaterin- that the city was more than once a venue
burg in 2025 a dele- for large-
will host the FIFA World Cup in 2018. Paki-
the Deputy Minister stani partners showed interest to the argu-
of agriculture Sergey Lvovich Levin visited Islama-
St. Petersburg -
Provincial Minster for Planning and economy, science and technology Pakistan” -– the Governor said. Prior
Development Mr. Mir Hazar Khan and in the cultural sphere. “Our city to the formal signing of the Agree-
Bijarani signed the Agreement be- ment, the president of St Petersburg
tween the Government of Saint Pe- Chamber of Commerce hosted a
tersburg and the Government of pleased to maintain and develop the
Peshawar
A mee�ng of graduates
of
from former Soviet Union,
Russia and CIS was held of Alumnae stressed up-
held in Peshawar. on unity and solidarity
Dr Khushal Khan, Dr. Sha- among the graduates in
hid Hasan, Prof Sarfraz Pakistan from Soviet, Rus-
Khan, Idris Khatak, Engi-
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Yury Kozlove: Visited Chambers in Lahore and Sialkot
Trade Representative of Russian Fed-
eration, Mr. Yury Kozlov visited La-
hore and Sialkot Chamber of Com-
merce and Industry (LCCI/SCCI)
Pakistan and Russia should strength-
en coopera�on in all economic sec-
tors for mutual interests. This was He said that Russian exper�se in en-
stated by Mr. Yury Kozlove Trade rep- ergy and engineering sector could
resenta�ve, Embassy of Russian Fed- help Pakistan grow these sectors with
impressive pace. “We
are op�mis�c that ac-
�ve collabora�on be-
tween Pakistan and
Russia in CPEC would
definitely strengthen
trade and economic
�es”, he added.
LCCI Senior Vice Presi-
dent Khawaja Khawar
Rashid, Vice President
Zeshan Khalil, Moazam
Rasheed and Hasnain
Raza Mirza also spoke
on the occasion. During
visit of Sialkot Chamber
of Commerce and In-
dustry , SCCI Vice Presi-
dent Abid Ahmed Kha-
waja, the Russian Trade
Representative discuss
the matters of mutual
interest with Sialkot
exporters.
portuni�es and
economic poten�al
of Pakistan and im-
portance of China-
Pakistan Economic
Corridor (CPEC).
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Pak-
Fourth Session of Pakistan Belarus Joint along with JWG session.
Working Group (JWG) was held is Islama- Mr. Igor Brylo, Deputy Minister from
bad that agreed upon future areas of Belarus in his speech thanked the Gov-
ernment of Pakistan for a warm wel-
come. He said that the two governments
are taking steps to promote bilateral
molovich, Ambassador
of the Republic of Bela-
tual interest basis. The Dep- agriculture, forestry sectors besides as-
uty Minister further said ” he
said. Mr. Fazal Abbas Maken, Federal
his support and coopera- Secretary Ministry of NFS&R in his ad-
dress expressed that the frequent inter-
of both Belarus and Paki-
rus led by Mr. Igor Brylo, Deputy Minis- stan have put forward the path for and researchers is always important to
ter of Agriculture & Food. Belarus Agri-
cluding agriculture sector. Andrei Er-
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Russian Consul General met
AGR&CIS Karachi
from Russia & CIS (AGRCIS) at the Russian Center of Science and
Culture and discussed with them the prospects of further coop-
Republic to the Islamic Republic of for the joint plans. the Ministry of Economy of the
Pakistan Erik Beishembiev to the of discussion, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Ministry of
Agriculture, the Food Industry and
A Commerce and Industry of the
Islamic Republic of Pakistan Mr. Republic, as well as the Chamber
Zubair Tufail expressed his inten- of Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic
of Chamber of Commerce and In- were present. As a result of the meet-
dustry of the Islamic Republic of ing, the par�es outlined a number of
Pakistan was organized. Taking of Commerce and Industry to Kyr- joint measures aimed at boos�ng
gyzstan. trade and economic coopera�on
between Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan.
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Pakistan-
“25th ”
Report Ashique Hamdani
Governor Punjab Mr. Mohammad and responsibili-
Rafiq Rajwana welcomed the efforts to
promote cultural and economic rela-
at a local hotel, organized by Embassy of since then, both countries have success- benefits from these through investments
and joint ventures all over Pakistan, es-
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In his keynote ad- been established. We recognize Pakistan as an im-
dress, Uzbekistan
Ambassador to Paki-
stan Furqat Sidiqov efficiency
said that Uzbekistan and transit spheres.
and Pakistan have The ambassador,
been enjoying while briefing the
brotherly and cordi-
about opportuni-
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Lahore: Pak Uzbek B2B
Meeting in Lahore
Lord Mayor Office
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70th
A 100-
Golden Ring Economic Forum (GREF) Dedov, thanked to organizer, Presi- that World Cup 2018, will be held in Rus-
hosted a roundtable conference on dent of Golden Ring Economic Forum sia – Alexey Dedov, and said that
Mr. Husnain Reza Mirza for his con- world cup matches will use footballs
tween Russia and Pakistan to cele- manufactured in Sialkot.
brate 70th Anniversary of bilateral The Ambassador said that security
He said that Pakistan and Russia are forces of both the countries had al-
stan. His Excellency Mr. Alexey ready held military exercise for elimi-
Dedov, the Russian Ambassador to every sector and the both countries
Pakistan was chief gust on the occa- views between military and civil dele-
sion.
Maj. General (Retd) Anees Ahmed Bajwa every field including defence, busi-
in his welcome address viewed that ness and energy sector. He said that governments and people
He said that 5th Pak-Russia Inter- to people contact of Pakistan and
growing between both countries, Governmental Commission (IGC) in Russia had further increased during
which are equally important for each Moscow is vey significant event current years.
other and they are strengthening which elaborated various areas in
gic areas. His Excellency Mr. Alexey His Excellency, The Ambassador informed
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Russia Pak Poetry Session for Peace
Poetry Session by eminent Scholar and poet Dr.
with His Excellency Alexi Dedove, -Russia f a m o u s p o e t s w h o p a r � c i -
Ambassador of The Russian Republic Friendship Forum, His Excellency A,Y, pated are Farhat Abbass Shah, Afzal
at Al Hamra Lahore Arts Counsel, Dedove was the chief guest , Dr. Sha- Sahir, Farhat Perveen, Dr, Sughra
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“ECO Day 2017” in Islamabad
“Protocol on 28th November 1992 at the
amending the Treaty of Izmir” signed
on 28th November 1992. Embassador of Council of Ministers" in Islamabad.
Speakers at the occasion under-
scored the importance of the ECO.
They referred to the Islamabad Dec-
Pakistan-
President Mamnoon Hussain and Turk- They agreed that both sides need-
menistan President Gurbanguly Ber- ed to make efforts to further en-
dimuhamedov Saturday expressed their
through joint ventures in agricul-
tries. tors.
They expressed these views during a
telephonic call made by Turkmenistan
president to the president of Pakistan.
Faiz Ahmed Faiz Remembered ing panel discussions by artists and literary gi-
ants including Dr. Arfa Syeda, Yousaf Salahuddin,
Bushra Ansari, Nadeem Farooq Paracha, Irfan
Remembering Faiz Ahmed Faiz , Lenin Prize, the and Sarmad Khoosat, Mustansar Hussain Tarar,
highest Soviet award honored, a blend of arts, lit- Samina Peerzada, Asghar Nadeem Syed and Amjad
erature and music, the Faiz International Festival Islam Amjad.
was held in Lahore. Organised by the Faiz
Foundation trust, the festival featur-
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Governor Pakistan State Bank Visited Moscow
MOU with Russian Central Bank Signed
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has signed a memorandum
of understanding (MoU) on bilateral central banking coopera-
Dr. Aleksandr Khozin, Consul General of Russia in Karachi, took part in the
opening ceremony of the 10th annual inter-
have
strengthened in last three to four years
and the two countries were making Strengthened: Dr. Aleksandr Khozin
efforts to find ways in bringing peace in
the region, claimed Russian Consul Gen-
eral in Karachi Dr. Aleksandr Khozin. Ad- counterpart Sergei Lavrov discussed mu-
dressing a press briefing in Karachi, Dr. tual efforts for strengthening of Pakistan in efforts to bring society together on
Khozin said Pakistan occupied a signifi- - the basis of eternal spiritual and moral
cant place in Russia’s foreign policy pri- values. “We consider this as a major fac-
The consul general said Foreign Minister tor in securing the dynamic and sustaina-
business partner in various fields includ- ble development of the country and
ing energy and metallurgy. It highlight- waja Asif to visit Moscow for bilateral
ed Pakistan’s desire to forge a long term al affairs.”
We believe that the solidarity of the
global community should be based on
said. ’s
sidelines of the 72nd UNGA session in The Consul General said Russia, which is leading religions and cultures.
New York on Friday, Foreign Minister of historically built on the principles of a
Pakistan Khawaja Asif and his Russian peaceful co-existence of cultures, faiths
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Russian Center for Science and Culture, Karachi
Fatherland Day
Celebrated in
Karachi
New Year
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Visa Rules Simplified for Foreign Students in Russia
eign students who are transferred to a their studies under a different-level pro-
thority. gram.
According to deputy rector for science
Project 5-100.
(ITMO University).
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Chairman of Pakistani Community Habib Shah with his team
Dr. Zahid Hasan, Visited ni from Russia and CIS (APGR&CIS) has been visited Rus-
Russia and Belarus sia and Belarus Republic. He organized Pakistan Stall at
Vipusknik Dr. Ashraf Nizam, President Pakistan Medical China and Pakistan discussed major topics of emerging
“ Pakistan China Medical Corroder” Experts, scholars health industry investment and mergers and acquisi-
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Iqbal Day Celebrated in Moscow
mad Iqbal, which drew a large number of
organized "Iqbal Day" in the chancery. guests including diplomats, journalists,
Pakistani- In a solemn
Russian Academy of Sciences, September
27, 2017, the conference "Pakistan: His- Russian pakistanologists, he presented
tory and Contemporary Problems" was
held, prepared by the staff of the Paki- bassy of Pakistan in Russia to the
stan sector of the Center for Middle and conference for their efforts in the devel-
Near East Studies. It was con- opment and strengthening of interstate
nected with the 70th
anniversary of the inde-
pendent development of
the state of Paki-
stan. With a welcoming
speech to the audience,
by the deputy director of
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Academy of Sciences: The deputy direc-
"Pakistan: History and Contemporary Problems"
the Russian Academy of Sciences,
prof. V.Ya. Belokrenitskiy, the head of
Russia. Soviet Union helped us in build- ora on with our universi es. We want to
ing the country’s first Steel Mill. We were
also able to complete many important
projects in the energy sector with the
assistance of Russia, or the Soviet Union. that there is exchange of students and
But now, I think, there is a new begin- faculty, and we can also have more Paki-
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Round Table on Regional Geopoli�cal Scenario:
Need for Closer Strategic & Economic Russia-Pakistan Rela�onship.
Organized by: GREEF
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APGR & CIS ACTIVITIES IN KARACHI
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TAJIK FILM SHOW IN RUSSIAN EMBASSY
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70th Anniversary of Pakistan Russia Diplomatic Relation
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70th Anniversary of Pakistan Russia Diplomatic Relation
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70th Anniversary of Pakistan Russia Diplomatic Relation
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70th Anniversary of Pakistan Russia Diplomatic Relation
MUSHAIRA AT LAHORE
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70th Anniversary of Pakistan Russia Diplomatic Relation
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70th Anniversary of Pakistan Russia Diplomatic Relation
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CULTURE AND SPORTS ACTIVITIES
OF PAKISTANI COMMUNITY IN MOSCOW
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SOCIAL ACTIVITIES OF PAKISTANI COMMUNITY IN MOSCOW
Lunch Hosted by Senator Dalawar Hussain Core Committe meeting with russina ambassy officials
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35 years of SAAB: Symble of Frienship and Solidarity
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Association of Pakistani Graduates from Russia and CIS
H.E Ambassador of Uzbekistan Ambassador to Pakistan Mr. Furqat Sidiqov and Third Secretary
Jasur Saidahmedov with Dr. Shahid Hasan and Engr. Iftikhar Ali description on social
relation between Pakistan and Uzbekistan.
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