NDMA and WFP - Memorandum of Understanding (Storage Facilities) tomorrow (23 Feb 2012 at 11 am at Marriott Hotel - Marque Hall.

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Dear Media Colleagues,

Appreciate your usual kind cooperation and attendance to cover this event.

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) tomorrow (23rd Feb 2012) at 11:00 am in Marriott Hotel, Islamabad (Marque Hall). Valuing over 1.5 billion rupees, WFP plans to construct nine (9) Humanitarian Response Facilities across the country in order to build national capacity to be better prepared to respond to the future emergencies. These storage facilities will enhance the capacity of NDMA and PDMAs, enable prepositioning of inter-agency emergency stocks (food and non-food and other humanitarian assistance.

Acting Humanitarian/Resident Coordinator/WFP Country Representative in Pakistan, Mr. Jean-Luc Siblot and the Chairman, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) Dr. Zafar Iqbal Qadir will sign the MoU.

For more information please contact Amjad Jamal, Public Information Officer, WFP Pakistan. 0300 8500989, amjad.jamal@wfp.org

Best regards,

Amjad

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Over 150 businessmen set to attend Pak Malaysia Business & Investment Forum on 28th (Urdu press release also attached)

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                                      PRESS SECTION
                     HIGH COMMISSION OF PAKISTAN
                                      132 Jalan Ampang,
                                Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
                        Tel (603) 2161-1370, Fax (603) 2161-0384

Press Release

Over 150 businessmen set to attend Pak Malaysia Business & Investment Forum on 28th

More than 150 businessmen, including 120 from Malaysia, are set to attend the Pakistan Malaysia Business & Investment Forum being held in the Malaysian capital on 28th February 2012 to explore avenues for joint investments and business opportunities in Pakistan. 
The day-long event being organized jointly by the High Commission for Pakistan in Malaysia and the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) is likely to serve as an ideal opportunity for businessmen from Pakistan and Malaysia to identify key areas of economic cooperation and forge joint ventures in major sectors, including textile & clothing, rice, fruits and vegetables, sea food, leather and leather products, and electronics.
Malaysia's Minister for International Trade & Industry (MITI) YB Dato' Sri Mustapa Mohamed will attend and chair the inaugural session of the forum to be held at a local hotel while Dato' Mohd Nasir Ahmad, President of MIA, Mr. Tariq Iqbal Puri, Chairman of Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) and Mr. Masood Khalid, Pakistan's High Commissioner to Malaysia, will also speak on the occasion.
During the visit, the Pakistani delegation headed by the TDAP Chairman is also scheduled to attend the joint meeting of the Malaysian and Pakistani chapters of the Pakistan Malaysia Business Council besides holding separate meetings with key government officials and ministers, including Minister of Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Malaysia Datuk Seri Noh Bin Omar, Minister for Plantation, Industries and Commodities, Tan Sri Bernard Dompok, MITI Deputy Minister Dato' Mukhriz Mahatir and various heads of government and business institutions and trade bodies.  
Commenting upon the upcoming Pakistan Malaysia Business & Investment Forum, Pakistan High Commissioner Mr. Masood Khalid said around 150 businessmen and captains of industry from both sides had confirmed their participation in the forum, including a 30-member business delegation from Pakistan. The sectors represented in the Forum include Rice, Seafood, Leather and Leather Products, Dairy and Livestock, Surgical and Medical Instruments, Textiles & Garments, Fruits and Vegetables, Pharmaceuticals, Gems and Jewelry, Sports Goods, Housing & Construction, Education and Halal Food.
He hoped the forum would help spur up the already burgeoning bilateral trade which crossed $2.5 billion mark last year, reflecting an upward trajectory in commercial cooperation following the signing and implementation of the Free Trade Agreement between the two countries in 2008. Pakistan's exports to Malaysia had risen considerably in recent months, registering an impressive 56.16 per cent increase, according to latest trade figures available as of November 2011.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 22nd February, 2012


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Malaysia donates US $1 million for relief efforts in flood-hit areas in Sindh (Urdu version and pictures also attached)

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                                      PRESS SECTION
                     HIGH COMMISSION OF PAKISTAN
                                      132 Jalan Ampang,
                                Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
                        Tel (603) 2161-1370 - Fax (603) 2161-0384

Press Release

Malaysia donates US $1 million for relief efforts in flood-hit areas in Sindh
The Malaysian government has donated US $1 million to be utilized by MERCY Malaysia, a leading Malaysian relief agency, to undertake various projects in the Sindh province to alleviate the sufferings of people stricken by last year's monsoon floods.
The announcement was made by Malaysia's Deputy Foreign Minister Senator A. Kohilan Pillay at a ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia in Putrajaya, Kuala Lumpur, to give away a cheque for US $1 million to MERCY Malaysia. High Commissioner for Pakistan to Malaysia Mr. Masood Khalid was also present at the handing over of the cheque to MERCY Malaysia's President, Dato' Dr. Ahmad Faizal Mohd Perdaus.
Welcoming and appreciating the generosity of the government and people of Malaysia, Pakistan High Commissioner Mr. Masood Khalid said the government and the people of Pakistan valued the help from their Malaysian brethren and the aid was sure to go a long way in forging our bilateral relations further, especially in promoting people-to-people contacts.
He also lauded the relief assistance provided by the Malaysian government to Pakistan during the 2005 earthquake and the 2010 floods for which the Malaysian government had donated Rs US$1million to Pakistan. He also thanked the Malaysian government for the donation of a Mobile Utility Energy Package (MUEP) by Dunham-Bush Holdings Berhad last year for installation in the Province of Sindh.
In his comments, MERCY Malaysia President, Dato' Dr. Ahmad Faizal Mohd Perdaus also appreciated the support of the Malaysian government, in particular the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for enabling the agency "to begin projects in Sindh, Pakistan, to alleviate the province's dire situation after it was hit by severe flooding which began in August last year".
He said heavy monsoon rain in Sindh and the northern parts of Punjab had affected the livelihood of 9.27 million people which relies heavily on agricultural produce. "MERCY Malaysia is genuinely heartened by the support of the Malaysian government which contributed USD1 million to the cause. With such a generous contribution from the government, MERCY Malaysia is confident that we would be able to respond to the disaster with more impetus and to greater effect" he added.
He said MERCY Malaysia would undertake a series of projects, including the installation of toilets, installation of hand-pumps, installation of Reverse Osmosis (R.O) System – water filtration system, distribution of relief kits & awareness campaign, provision of Primary Healthcare Services (PHC) – mobile & static as well as reconstruction & rehabilitation of health centres in the affected area.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 21st February, 2012


Caption

PUTRAJAYA, Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia's Deputy Foreign Minister Senator A. Kohilan Pillay presents US $1 million cheque to MERCY Malaysia's President Dato' Dr. Ahmad Faizal Mohd Perdaus as donation to be spent on relief efforts in flood-hit areas of Sindh province of Pakistan. High Commissioner for Pakistan to Malaysia Mr. Masood Khalid is also seen. 



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Malaysia donates US $1 million for relief efforts in flood-hit areas in Sindh (Urdu version and pictures also attached)

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                                      PRESS SECTION
                     HIGH COMMISSION OF PAKISTAN
                                      132 Jalan Ampang,
                                Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
                        Tel (603) 2161-1370 - Fax (603) 2161-0384

Press Release

Malaysia donates US $1 million for relief efforts in flood-hit areas in Sindh
The Malaysian government has donated US $1 million to be utilized by MERCY Malaysia, a leading Malaysian relief agency, to undertake various projects in the Sindh province to alleviate the sufferings of people stricken by last year's monsoon floods.
The announcement was made by Malaysia's Deputy Foreign Minister Senator A. Kohilan Pillay at a ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia in Putrajaya, Kuala Lumpur, to give away a cheque for US $1 million to MERCY Malaysia. High Commissioner for Pakistan to Malaysia Mr. Masood Khalid was also present at the handing over of the cheque to MERCY Malaysia's President, Dato' Dr. Ahmad Faizal Mohd Perdaus.
Welcoming and appreciating the generosity of the government and people of Malaysia, Pakistan High Commissioner Mr. Masood Khalid said the government and the people of Pakistan valued the help from their Malaysian brethren and the aid was sure to go a long way in forging our bilateral relations further, especially in promoting people-to-people contacts.
He also lauded the relief assistance provided by the Malaysian government to Pakistan during the 2005 earthquake and the 2010 floods for which the Malaysian government had donated Rs US$1million to Pakistan. He also thanked the Malaysian government for the donation of a Mobile Utility Energy Package (MUEP) by Dunham-Bush Holdings Berhad last year for installation in the Province of Sindh.
In his comments, MERCY Malaysia President, Dato' Dr. Ahmad Faizal Mohd Perdaus also appreciated the support of the Malaysian government, in particular the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for enabling the agency "to begin projects in Sindh, Pakistan, to alleviate the province's dire situation after it was hit by severe flooding which began in August last year".
He said heavy monsoon rain in Sindh and the northern parts of Punjab had affected the livelihood of 9.27 million people which relies heavily on agricultural produce. "MERCY Malaysia is genuinely heartened by the support of the Malaysian government which contributed USD1 million to the cause. With such a generous contribution from the government, MERCY Malaysia is confident that we would be able to respond to the disaster with more impetus and to greater effect" he added.
He said MERCY Malaysia would undertake a series of projects, including the installation of toilets, installation of hand-pumps, installation of Reverse Osmosis (R.O) System – water filtration system, distribution of relief kits & awareness campaign, provision of Primary Healthcare Services (PHC) – mobile & static as well as reconstruction & rehabilitation of health centres in the affected area.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 21st February, 2012


Caption

PUTRAJAYA, Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia's Deputy Foreign Minister Senator A. Kohilan Pillay presents US $1 million cheque to MERCY Malaysia's President Dato' Dr. Ahmad Faizal Mohd Perdaus as donation to be spent on relief efforts in flood-hit areas of Sindh province of Pakistan. High Commissioner for Pakistan to Malaysia Mr. Masood Khalid is also seen. 



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Women Expo Invitation

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Kind Attention Editors, Bureau Chiefs and Reporters.
A three-day expo is being organised at Alyz Botique Hall, Near Lasania Restaurant, 
Masco Plaza,Blue Area, Islamabad on 24, 25 and 26 of February.
You are cordially invited to participate/cover this event.
Feel free to contact me for any information.
Pictures of expos organised by me are also attached.

Thanks and Regards.

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Designer & Decorator
Lubna Shahbaz
0333-5319815

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22nd Biennial International Convention: March 2-4 ,2012 Karachi Expo

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FBR Performance Reviewed – Revenue efforts are on track, Advisor. (PRESS RELEASE)

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PRES RELEASE
FBR Performance Reviewed – Revenue efforts are on track, Advisor.
                A meeting on FBR's performance was held on 20th February 2011 under the chairmanship of Dr. Abdul Hafeez Shaikh, Advisor to Prime Minister on Finance and Revenue. The meeting was attended by the Deputy Chairman Planning Commission, Chairman FBR, Secretary Finance, Secretary Planning and officials of the Finance Ministry and FBR. 
            The meeting concluded that the revenue efforts are on track with the expectation of meeting the budgetary target of Rs. 1952 Bn for FY11-12. Analysis of month to month performance figures for the first seven months and for the remaining months of the year were reviewed. Chairman FBR apprised the meeting that FBR's net collection for the first 7 months was around Rs. 975 Bn which is a growth of more than 26 percent over same period last year.
Administrative revenue efforts of FBR were also thoroughly scrutinized. In the first seven months these administrative measures generated about Rs. 40 Bn. Advisor on Finance and Revenue outlined additional administrative efforts of Rs. 50 Bn which will be needed in the remaining four months of FY12. These efforts would focus on audits, broadening of tax base, and collection from demands created, stuck-up arrears and recovery of illegal sales tax adjustments.
            A detailed presentation on progress on broadening of direct tax base was made. The Advisor on Finance and Revenue instructed FBR to accelerate the pace of registration of new taxpayers. The Advisor reviewed the performance of each tax region laying out a plan for the Chairman FBR to further strengthen the performance of the concerned Chief Commissioners to ensure fulfillment of their targets.
Advisor on Finance and Revenue while commending FBR's efforts further emphasized the need to continue focus on broadening of tax base, tax compliance and enforcement of tax returns.
The Advisor also laid out the principles for the forthcoming budget. He directed that the tax system should be simple, transparent, consistent and predictable.
-sd-
(Riffat Shaheen Qazi)
Member FATE / Official Spokesperson, FBR

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Press Conference: Government of Pakistan and UN Launch Floods 2011 Early Recovery Framework on Tuesday, 21 February 2012 at 4 p.m.

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MEDIA ADVISORY

For Immediate Release
 
                CONTACTS:

                Mehreen Saeed, Head of Communications, UNDP, mobile +92 300 535 8225, mehreen.saeed@undp.org
                Stacey Winston, UN Office of Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator and OCHA, mobile +923008502397, stacey.winston@undp.org
                Dan Teng'o, Reporting and Public Information Officer, OCHA, mobile +923468563615, tengo@un.org

PRESS CONFERENCE: GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN AND UN LAUNCH FLOODS 2011 EARLY RECOVERY FRAMEWORK

Who:             Key note address, Dr. Abdul Hafeez Shaikh, Advisor to the Prime Minister on Finance, Revenue, Economic Affairs, Statistics and Planning and Development

Where:          Marriott Hotel, Islamabad, Marquee Hall

When:            Tuesday, 21 February 2012, 4:00 p.m.
(Please arrive by 3:30 p.m. for security checks and bring press credentials)

The Government and the UN will jointly launch the Floods 2011 Early Recovery Framework for the restoration of livelihoods, support for food security, basic social services, shelter, community infrastructure, health, nutrition, water and sanitation.

The Pakistan Floods 2011 Early Recovery Framework outlines, based on needs, how the Government, the United Nations and its partners will support communities by engaging in planning and exploring solutions to reduce the devastating impact of the 2011 floods, and helping communities to rapidly recover and to be better prepared for future disasters.

The Pakistan Floods 2011 Early Recovery Framework and the event will be hosted jointly by the Dr. Zafar Iqbal Qadir, Chairman, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Timo Pakkala, and the Government of Pakistan.

NB: Media are requested to arrive in advance to avoid any disruption while organizing their equipment. Once the launch has begun, it will be difficult to enter the hall. Journalists are requested to hold their questions to allow donors and the diplomatic community to ask questions during the Question and Answer period. There will be an opportunity for the press to ask questions. Tea and coffee will be served.
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Violence against children and women in Five0-Star Hotel

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The real face and the bright and dark sides of the NGOs are critically exposed in Fasihuddin's coloumn "Violence against children and women in Five0-Star Hotel", published in Daily Aaj on Monday, February 20th, 2012. These foreign-funded NGOs have little to say their own. They are the captives of their agenda and project documents. Never these NGOs-owners have entertained or educated a girl or child in their own houses, rather hold only conferences and seminars on the agonies of these weak segments of the society in a 5-Star hotel! They have become business tycoons also. They are worst than the national bureaucracy in many respect. Most of them are working on a delicate secrete agenda as no one sells his religion, conscience and soul to the donors! May be you disagree but this is a fact. You may find it online
Today Coloum: http://www.dailyaaj.com.pk/epaper-detail.php?image=
All Coloumn of Fasihuddin: http://www.dailyaaj.com.pk/?cat=72



with best regards.
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Fasihuddin | Police Service of Pakistan (PSP) | President | Pakistan Society of Criminology & 
Editor-in-Chief,
Pakistan Journal of Crimnology (PJC).
Office Address: H#3, New Warsak Colony, Warsak Road, PESHAWAR, KPK (NWFP), Pakistan. | Tel: +92 91 5200 806 | Fax: +92 91 5200 806 

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EGM approves renaming NMBL

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EGM approves renaming NMBL
Authorised capital to be boosted by 200 pc
SME sector can minimise inequality: Mian Shahid

Lahore: Feb 20:
Board of Directors of Network Microfinance Bank Limited (NMBL) has
approved renaming the institution as Apna Microfinance Bank Limited.

The authorised capital of the Bank will be increased from Rs 500 million
to Rs 1.5 billion, it was decided.

According to the details, an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) was held
in which decisions were taken to rename the bank, spread it on the
national level, boost paid up capital to Rs 1.5 billion and paid up
capital to Rs 1 billion.

The meeting was attended by Mian Shahid, Chairman United Insurance Group,
Jamshed Iqbal Cheema, Chairman Auriga Group of Companies, Muhammad Azam
Cheema, Sajida Bilquis, Ejaz Ahmed Khan and Shoaib Ahmad Butt.

Speaking on the occasion, Mian Shahid said that low-income groups should
not remain deprived of proper financial services.

He said that 56 per cent of the population has no access to formal
financial services while only 10 per cent of SMEs are served by banks.

Traditionally, banks would ignore providing loans to poor therefore
microfinance banks should come forward to bridge the financial divide, he
stressed.

Mian Shahid said that SME sector is backbone of the economy which can
minimise inequality only if strengthened.

Country needs a strong banking system based on mutual trust,
participation, and community involvement, he observed.

He informed said that Bangladesh, Kenya, India, South Africa, and Sri
Lanka have been performing well in the micro finance sector.

Mian Shahid said that we will focus on providing financial services to
farmers, agriculture market, small sized businesses and individuals.

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Ali Asad,
PRO, UIG
Cell: 0321-2047618. Ph: 0213-581-0441/2
Address: 212 Clifton Centre, Clifton, Karachi.

About United International Group:
UIG Member Companies include United Insurance Co, Saudi Pak Insurance Co,
Apna Microfinance Bank, Tawasul Insurance LLC, Abu Dhabi, United Track
System (Pvt.) Ltd., United International Agro Services, United Software &
Technologies International (Pvt.) Ltd. & United International Farms. The
Group is in process of expansion…
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