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Business Recorder
02-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Minister advocates inclusive scientific progress in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Science and Technology Khalid Hussain Magsi chaired a high-level meeting with the heads of various organisations under the Ministry of Science and Technology. Federal Secretary Sajid Baloch also attended the session. The meeting focused on reviewing the progress of 31 ongoing development projects and discussed the roadmap for future initiatives. The federal minister emphasised that the vision of the government and Prime Minister Mian Shehbaz Sharif is to ensure that every Pakistani benefits equally from national development and investment. He stressed that 'all projects must aim to directly uplift the lives of common citizens, especially in backward and underserved regions, bringing them on par with developed areas.' The minister underscored the importance of inclusive scientific progress, calling for increased efforts to promote scientific education and innovation across the country. He urged organisations to focus not just on infrastructure but also on building human capital through awareness and access to quality education. The federal minister also highlighted the need to improve the ease of doing business in Pakistan, encouraging the ministry and its affiliated organisations to create a more supportive environment for investment, research, and development with transparency and efficiency. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
02-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Minister advocates inclusive scientific progress
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Science and Technology Khalid Hussain Magsi chaired a high-level meeting with the heads of various organisations under the Ministry of Science and Technology. Federal Secretary Sajid Baloch also attended the session. The meeting focused on reviewing the progress of 31 ongoing development projects and discussed the roadmap for future initiatives. The federal minister emphasised that the vision of the government and Prime Minister Mian Shehbaz Sharif is to ensure that every Pakistani benefits equally from national development and investment. He stressed that 'all projects must aim to directly uplift the lives of common citizens, especially in backward and underserved regions, bringing them on par with developed areas.' The minister underscored the importance of inclusive scientific progress, calling for increased efforts to promote scientific education and innovation across the country. He urged organisations to focus not just on infrastructure but also on building human capital through awareness and access to quality education. The federal minister also highlighted the need to improve the ease of doing business in Pakistan, encouraging the ministry and its affiliated organisations to create a more supportive environment for investment, research, and development with transparency and efficiency. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
01-05-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Celebrating labour, backbone of the nation
Listen to article On May 1st, 2025, as the country marked Labour Day, a national holiday meant to honour the contributions of workers, the 1,320 MW Sahiwal Coal Power Plant stood in quiet defiance of the pause. While offices closed and families gathered to celebrate, the plant remained fully operational, continuing its critical role in supplying uninterrupted electricity to Pakistan's national grid, said a press release on Thursday. Labour Day, globally observed on May 1st, originated from the labour union movement in the late 19th century, with roots in the Haymarket affair of 1886 in Chicago, where workers demanded an eight-hour workday. In Pakistan, the day became an official public holiday in 1972 as part of broader labour reforms. It was intended not just to provide rest but also to remind the nation of the value and dignity of its workforce. But for the men of Sahiwal Power Plant, the spirit of the day lives not in rest, but in continued service. This coal-fired power plant, located in the heart of Punjab and jointly developed under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is a joint effort between China and Pakistan. Its reliability depends on the ceaseless efforts of a dedicated group of men, Pakistani and Chinese engineers, technicians, operators, and labourers who run the plant around the clock in two to three shifts, every single day of the year. Their silent dedication makes it possible for millions of homes and industries to function, even when the rest of the nation takes a break. In the early hours of May 1st, leadership from the Sahiwal Power Plant made their way across different areas of the facility and praised labourers' unwavering commitment, particularly acknowledging the challenges of being away from families on days that are otherwise dedicated to rest and reunion. Beyond its technical contributions, the Sahiwal plant stands as a living example of international friendship and cooperation. While many mark Labour Day with rallies, speeches, and declarations of solidarity, the workers at Sahiwal continue their duty with quiet pride. They may not appear on television screens or in headline news, but their contribution is no less heroic. The electricity they produce keeps hospitals running, powers homes and schools, and sustains factories and businesses across Pakistan. This spirit of partnership is evident in every control room, turbine hall, and monitoring station of the plant. The camaraderie between the two nations' engineers and workers transcends language and borders. These men are not just workers; they are the guardians of Pakistan's energy stability. As the sun set on May 1st, lights across Pakistan continued to shine brightly, thanks to the unwavering efforts of those who stayed at their posts. To the men of the Sahiwal Coal Power Plant, your nation salutes you. You are the backbone of progress. Meanwhile, Federal Minister for Science and Technology Khalid Hussain Magsi chaired a meeting to review the ongoing and future development projects under the Ministry of Science and Technology. The meeting focused on reviewing the progress of 31 ongoing development projects and discussed the roadmap for future initiatives. Federal Minister emphasised that all projects must aim to directly uplift the lives of common citizens, especially in backwards and underserved regions, bringing them on par with developed areas. The Minister underscored the importance of inclusive scientific progress, calling for increased efforts to promote scientific education and innovation across the country. He urged organisations to focus not just on infrastructure but also on building human capital through awareness and access to quality education. Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhry, in a statement, stated that "workers' welfare is indispensable for a prosperous and strong Pakistan." Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan stressed that the dignity of labour is the foundation of a strong and prosperous nation. Our workers — whether in industry, agriculture, trade, or services — are the true drivers of national development.
Express Tribune
09-04-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Kazakhstan to join TAPI Gas Pipeline Project
Listen to article Kazakhstan is set to officially announce its participation in the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project, heralding a new chapter in regional energy cooperation. This development was shared by the Ambassador of Kazakhstan during a meeting with Pakistan's Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Khalid Hussain Magsi, held in Islamabad on Tuesday. The high-level meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties in key areas, including education, scientific research, and technological collaboration. Both sides expressed a firm commitment to deepening strategic cooperation between Kazakhstan and Pakistan. Khalid Hussain Magsi revealed that both nations are in the process of finalising several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at boosting collaboration in the education sector. He welcomed Kazakhstan's interest in enhancing institutional linkages, particularly the proposal to establish a joint research centre at the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) in Islamabad. The Kazakh ambassador underscored the importance of creating a conducive business environment and proposed collaborative measures to curb smuggling. He emphasised that Kazakhstan views Pakistan as a key regional partner in achieving shared goals of economic connectivity and scientific advancement.
Express Tribune
31-01-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Naulong dam land acquisition to cost Rs1.95b
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Water Resources was informed on Thursday that the construction work of Naulong dam in Balochistan was set to begin next year and the project would be completed till 2031. Chaired by Khalid Hussain Magsi, the committee discussed scrutiny of the budgetary proposals of the Ministry of Water Resources relating to Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) for the financial year 2025-26; The committee expressed displeasure over the late submission of the brief for members' perusal. Syed Ali Murtza, Secretary of Water Resources briefed the Committee on budgetary proposals for the Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) 2024-25. The proposed PSDP 2025-26 outlines key funding priorities for ongoing and new initiatives in water management, irrigation, and hydroelectric power generation, he said. The Project Director of Naulong dam briefed the committee that the much-anticipated dam project on the Mula River in Balochistan was progressing towards implementation, marking a significant milestone in the region's water and energy infrastructure. Located approximately 395km from Quetta, the project requires 4,282 acres of land, with an acquisition cost of Rs1.95 billion, he said and added, the Government of Balochistan has already released Rs0.9 billion and the land acquisition process has commenced following the completion of necessary formalities. The committee was informed that the construction is set to begin in Feb 2026.
