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Pakistan will implement a new policy offering free visas to Chinese citizens after August 14, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced. The decision came during a meeting with a 12-member Chinese delegation headed by Wang Fukan, which included senior officials and ambassadors. Read also: Punjab Braces for Potential Floods as PDMA Issues Alert The high-level talks … Read more
ISLAMABAD – The Pakistani government has announced a new visa-free entry policy for citizens and businesspersons from friendly countries, notably excluding India and Afghanistan from the list. The Interior Ministry cited security concerns as the reason for their omission, according to sources familiar with a recent cabinet meeting. While India and Afghanistan will not benefit … Read more
KARACHI – A flight from Muscat to Kerala made an unscheduled landing at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi on Thursday after an Omani passenger suffered a heart problem mid-flight. The aircraft, carrying over 150 passengers, touched down in Karachi after the crew declared a medical emergency. Upon arrival, the ailing passenger was quickly transferred to … Read more
The United States consulates in Karachi and Islamabad are processing an unprecedented volume of visa applications, with over 10,000 submissions each month. This surge follows a record-setting year in 2023 for visa issuance, a trend officials expect to continue through 2024. Read also: Historic Deluge: Lahore Shatters 44-Year Rainfall Record in Three-Hour Downpour Embassy representatives … Read more
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is facing scrutiny as its privatization process unveils significant overstaffing issues. Recent data shows the national carrier employs 304 staff members per plane, raising concerns about operational efficiency. The airline currently operates a fleet of 34 aircraft, including 13 on dry lease. PIA’s total workforce stands at 10,323, comprising 7,399 regular … Read more