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PM reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening ties with Singapore

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ISLAMABAD, Oct 30 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening its longstanding and friendly relations with Singapore, particularly as the two countries are commemorating the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations this year.

He was talking to Foreign Minister of Singapore Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan, who called on him at the Prime Minister House.

The prime minister expressed admiration for Singapore’s remarkable economic transformation and achievements in innovation and development. He underscored the importance Pakistan attaches to its partnership with Singapore, both bilaterally and multilaterally including within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

The two sides discussed ways to enhance bilateral trade and investment and expand cooperation in priority areas, including the digital economy, fintech, infrastructure development, logistics, SMEs and services sector.

They also discussed exploring new avenues for mutually beneficial economic cooperation and enhancing people-to-people contacts.

The two sides also exchanged views on regional and international developments and reaffirmed their commitment to continued engagement and cooperation at bilateral and multilateral fora.

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Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi Hold Three-Hour Meeting with Lawyer at Adiala Jail

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RAWALPINDI: Former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, were allowed a nearly three-hour-long meeting with their lawyer, Barrister Salman Safdar, at Adiala Jail on Wednesday.

According to Barrister Salman Safdar, the meeting lasted from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, during which detailed discussions were held on the legal and medical matters concerning both Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi.

Safdar said he received comprehensive legal instructions from both, including clear and categorical directions to continue representing them in the main appeals of the Al-Qadir Trust case before the High Court.

He further stated that Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court Sardar Latif Khosa would assist him in proceedings before the Islamabad High Court regarding Bushra Bibi’s pending petition concerning her eye complications and related relief.

Barrister Salman Safdar, who represents former Prime Minister Imran Khan, shared these details following the meeting.

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Government Announces Reduction in Petrol and Diesel Prices

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KARACHI: The government has announced a reduction in petrol and diesel prices, according to a notification issued by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA).

Petrol prices have been reduced by Rs3 per litre, while diesel prices have been cut by Rs7 per litre.

Following the reduction, the new price of petrol has been fixed at Rs335 per litre, while diesel will now cost Rs364 per litre.

According to the notification, the revised prices will take effect from November 12.

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CDA Chairman Holds Open Kutcheri in Park Enclave, Orders Resolution of Residents’ Issues

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ISLAMABAD: Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Chief Commissioner Islamabad Sohail Ashraf held an open kutcheri in Park Enclave on Wednesday to hear residents’ complaints and address their concerns.

Residents highlighted issues related to boundary wall repairs, sanitation, parks, security, electricity supply in Phases II and III, sewage, water supply and other basic facilities.

Taking notice, the CDA chairman directed officials to improve sanitation services, repair the boundary wall in Phase I, complete the central mosque and resolve parking issues. He also ordered the priority resolution of electricity supply problems in Phases II and III and early completion of pending development work in Phase III.

Sohail Ashraf further directed that plot possession be made transparent and convenient through a QR code system. He also called for modern development of commercial areas, installation of permanent streetlights and formation of a residents’ committee to improve Park Enclave’s governance.

He assured residents that issues across all phases would be addressed on a priority basis to ensure better facilities.

CDA members, senior officials and a large number of Park Enclave residents attended the open kutcheri.

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