Tag: European Union
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EU employees protest against bloc’s ‘inaction policy’ on Gaza
Employees of European Union (EU) protested against bloc’s inaction and inconsiderate policy towards Palestine, demanding a permanent and immediate ceasefire in Gaza, and the release of all hostages. On Thursday, staff of different institutions of EU gathered for a silent demonstration against the Union’s policy towards Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories, with the manifestation of a…
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G20s decision to include African Union a historic move
DELHI: The African Union (AU) invited by India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi to join the G20 as its newest permanent member is a move not surprising for many, claims BBC. According to BBC, a key objective of the move is to unite Africa and enable it the opportunity to have a “unified voice in global affairs”.…
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Lufthansa Forced To Fly 18,000 Empty Flights to Keep Slots
Lufthansa, the flag carrier and largest airline of Germany, has decided to cancel some 33,000 flights this winter (10% of its program) following the Omicron variant and the new restrictions created in several countries. According to the details, Lufthansa Group has said that it will be forced to fly the equivalent of 18,000 empty planes…
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12th Virtual Khuli Katchery with Pakistani Community in Belgium and Luxembourg
The Ambassador of Pakistan to Belgium, Luxembourg and the European Union, Mr. Zaheer A. Janjua, held the 12th monthly Khuli Katchery in virtual format with Pakistani diaspora in Belgium and Luxembourg on December 30, 2021. During the meeting, the Ambassador conveyed greetings on the occasion of Christmas, Jinnah Day and New Year to the participants…
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EU decides to maintain Pakistan’s GSP+ status
The European Union (EU) has ruled to maintain the Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) status of Pakistan. According to the European Commission, consultations are underway between the European Union and the Pakistan Joint Commission. The current review does not address Pakistan individually. The European Commission says new terms for GSP+ have been discussed and six new…
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Germany – the Merkel Era and its repercussions
Angela Merkel has witnessed and accomplished a lot in her political career as chancellor for Germany – from four US and French presidents to nine Japanese and Italian Prime Ministers, she has been in power since 2005, during which she turned her nation into an economic powerhouse. As it stands, Merkel sees an incredible 80%…
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Gen. Qamar Bajwa Met Up With EU Ambassador
ISPR – Her Excellency Mrs. Androulla Kaminara, Head of European Commission Representation in Cyprus, met up with Chief of Army Staff (COAS) today to discuss various matters of import. During the meeting, Mrs. Kaminara and Gen. Qamar Javed Bajwa spoke on various matters of mutual interest, including regional security, the current turbulent circumstances of Afghanistan,…
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EU, ADB Seek Help from PIA in Evacuating People from Kabul
The European Union (EU) has officially requested assistance from Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) for the evacuation of 420 people from Kabul to Islamabad. According to the details, Ambassador of the EU to Pakistan Androulla Kaminara in a letter to chief executive officer (CEO) PIA Air Marshal Arshad Malik has sought PIA’s assistance for the evacuation of 420…
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Shah Mahmood Qureshi discusses Pakistan’s partnership with EU and the Afghan peace process
The Foreign Minister has issued press statements about Pakistan’s GSP Plus status, how it now stands, how far has the export reached and also the vital role Pakistan played in the Afghan peace process
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EU Advises Against Using Drug Ivermectin for COVID
The EU has advised against using the drug Ivermectin for COVID.