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Sharjah 24
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Sharjah 24
UAE, Australia hold 10th session of joint consular committee
Celebrating 50 years of diplomatic ties The meeting coincided with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations and followed recent high-level visits, including His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan's official trip to Australia in November 2024 and the visit of Australia's Governor-General to the UAE. High-level delegations lead discussions The UAE delegation was headed by Faisal Eissa Lutfi, Assistant Undersecretary for Consular Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. On the Australian side, the delegation was led by Ciara Spencer, First Assistant Secretary of the Security Division at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. At the opening of the session, Lutfi conveyed greetings and well wishes from His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, expressing hopes for a productive and successful dialogue. Focus on enhancing consular services The session addressed a range of topics of mutual interest, including the exchange of expertise in consular services and collaborative efforts to improve and develop joint consular procedures. Both sides emphasized the importance of providing efficient, citizen-focused services. Strengthening strategic partnership Officials from various UAE and Australian government bodies participated in the meeting, including representatives from the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security, and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The session concluded with both nations reaffirming their dedication to advancing strategic cooperation in consular affairs and strengthening the broader partnership between the UAE and Australia.
Express Tribune
12-04-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
6,700 cops detailed for HBL PSL security
A comprehensive security plan has been devised for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 matches. A to A comprehensive and foolproof security plan has been prepared for the matches to be held at the National Bank Cricket Stadium Karachi for the PSL Season 10, which started yesterday. During PSL matches, 6,700 police personnel will provide security duties at various locations. As per the plan, 1,666 personnel of the Security Division including 950 SSU commandos and policewomen commandos, 1,390 of the Traffic Police, 328 of the Special Branch and District Police personnel along with other law enforcement agencies will perform security duties at Karachi Airport, routes, hotels and other important locations. To ensure security, expert marksmen have been deployed at sensitive locations. In addition, a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team will be on high alert at the SSU headquarters. This team will also be on patrol around the stadium to deal with any emergency. A special SSU command and control bus will also be deployed to monitor law and order around the stadium. There will be a strict ban on the use of CNG cylinders and drones inside the stadium premises. The authorities are committed to ensuring that a safe and peaceful environment is provided for players, officials, and spectators during the PSL 10 matches in Karachi. Spectators are requested to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and follow security protocols so that this event can be held successfully and peacefully.
