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Arab Times
a day ago
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait is still in the hunt for a World Cup playoff spot despite long odds
KUWAIT CITY, June 2: Kuwait launched an internal training camp today as part of its preparations for two decisive matches against Palestine and South Korea. These fixtures, set for Thursday and the following Tuesday, mark the ninth and tenth (final) rounds of Group B in the AFC qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The Blues currently sit in sixth and last place in Group B with five points. South Korea tops the group with 16 points, followed by Jordan (13), Iraq (12), Oman (10), and Palestine (6). Despite the odds, National Teams Director Saud Al-Mujammed believes Kuwait still has a mathematical chance to reach the Asian play-offs. 'Everyone is holding on to this hope, even though it is slim,' he said. Al-Mujammed noted that qualification now hinges on the outcomes of other group matches. 'It's no longer in our hands,' he acknowledged, 'but the team is determined to give its best and achieve positive results in both games.' He also confirmed that Argentine coach Juan Antonio Pizzi and his technical staff are fully in charge of player selection, expressing optimism that the squad will perform at a high level and fight for victories. Midfielder Hussein Ashkanani underwent an X-ray after experiencing minor muscle discomfort, as advised by Dr. Abdul Majeed Al-Bannai, head of the Football Association's Medical Committee. Dr. Al-Bannai confirmed Ashkanani will continue training under medical supervision. He also pointed out that some drop in physical condition is expected, as the domestic season has concluded, and players may lack proper recovery training. 'The medical staff is closely monitoring all players to ensure full readiness for both matches,' he said. The Asian Football Confederation has appointed a Tajik officiating crew for Kuwait's clash against Palestine. Sadullo Gulmoradi will serve as the referee, assisted by Hasan Karimov and Farkhad Karilov, with Abdul Davalitov as fourth official. Emirati referees Mohammed Obaid and Yahya Al-Mulla will manage VAR duties. The Palestinian national team began its preparations with a training session yesterday at Thamer Stadium and will hold a second session this evening at the same venue. Their final practice before the match will take place tomorrow night at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium, where the game is scheduled to be played on Thursday.
United News of India
3 days ago
- Business
- United News of India
Chinese delegation visits Tajikistan for international conference on Glacier's Preservation
Beijing/Dushanbe, June 1 (UNI) A Chinese delegation visited Tajikistan from Friday to Saturday and attended the High-Level International Conference on Glaciers' Preservation. The delegation was headed by Shen Yueyue, vice chairperson of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and chairperson of the Good-Neighbourliness, Friendship and Cooperation Commission of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), who met Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, held talks with Faizali Idizoda, speaker of the lower house of the parliament, and attended the unveiling ceremony of the Health Express China-Tajikstan Blindness Prevention Center. Conveying Chinese President Xi Jinping's greetings to Rahmon, Shen said that under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Tajikistan in the new era has maintained good momentum for growth. China is willing to work with Tajikistan to follow through on the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, and push for solid progress in building a China-Tajikistan community with a shared future, she said. Depicting China as a proactive participant and contributor in global ecological governance and glaciers' preservation, Shen voiced China's readiness to work with all parties to fulfill common but differentiated responsibilities, so as to build a clean and beautiful world. Asking Shen to extend his sincere greetings to Xi, Rahmon reiterated that Tajikistan actively participates in high-quality Belt and Road cooperation and firmly supports the three major global initiatives proposed by Xi, and pledged joint efforts to build the China-Central Asia mechanism. He also voiced willingness to work with China to deepen cooperation in various fields and international collaboration on issues including addressing climate change. UNI/XINHUA ANV SSP
Business Recorder
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Trade, energy, defence and regional connectivity: Pakistan, Tajikistan review cooperation
DUSHANBE: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon Thursday reviewed bilateral cooperation in different areas, including political, trade, economy, energy, defence, security, and regional connectivity. During the bilateral meeting, they agreed to actively pursue new avenues for cooperation, with a focus on fostering investment opportunities, enhancing educational linkages, prompting cultural exchanges, advancing information technology collaboration and strengthening people-to-people contacts. Earlier upon arrival at Qasr-e-Millat, the President welcomed the Prime Minister and the accompanying delegation. At the invitation of Government of Tajikistan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived here to participate in the International High-Level Conference on Glaciers' Preservation (ICGP) being held on 29-31 May, 2025. PM Shehbaz to visit Turkiye, Iran, Azerbaijan and Tajikistan from May 25 to 30 He was accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising the Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Syed Tariq Fatemi, and senior officials. Upon arrival at Dushanbe, he was received by the Prime Minister of Tajikistan Qohir Rasulzoda. During the meeting, the Prime Minister and the Tajik President held in-depth and wide-ranging discussions covering various aspects of bilateral cooperation, as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest. During the discussions, they fondly recalled the signing of historic Strategic Partnership Agreement during the Prime Minister's visit to Dushanbe in July 2024, which laid a strong foundation for strengthening bilateral relations and advancing shared interests. Reaffirming the fraternal ties existing between the two countries marked by shared history, culture and geography, the leaders expressed satisfaction with the ongoing cooperation and resolved to elevate the strategic cooperation to a new level, for the mutual benefit of the two countries and peoples. On CASA-1000, the leaders reaffirmed their commitment to positioning it as a pivotal project for regional integration. Welcoming the holding of CASA-1000 Inter-Governmental Council in Dushanbe on 15 May 2025, the Prime Minister assured the shared commitment to its early operationalisation. Regarding economic cooperation, the two leaders, acknowledging the untapped potential in bilateral trade, underscored the importance of actively pursuing new avenues of cooperation in line with the decisions taken during the 7th Session of Pakistan-Tajikistan Joint Commission on Trade, Economic and Scientific Technical Cooperation, held in Islamabad in December 2024. They also agreed to effectively leverage the existing institutional frameworks including twelve Joint Working Groups (JWGs), to further enhance collaboration between the two countries, especially in oil & gas and energy sectors. They took good note of growing bilateral cooperation in the field of defence & security and reiterated their resolve to further boost the same in order to overcome the common security challenges faced by the two countries. They emphasized the need to enhance cooperation in counter-terrorism, combating cross-border organized crime and human and drug trafficking. The leaders also exchanged perspectives on regional and global geopolitical developments. They emphasized the importance of working together to promote peace, stability, and economic development in the region. On peaceful resolution of Tajik-Kyrgyz border dispute, the Prime Minister felicitated the President on this milestone and appreciated the President's prudence and wisdom in resolving the issue through peaceful means. The Prime Minister hoped that this historical development would usher in a new era of cooperation and progress in the region. The two leaders expressed satisfaction on cooperation at the multilateral fora, including at the UN, OIC, SCO and ECO and reaffirmed their resolve to continue collaboration on global and regional issues of common interest. The Prime Minister, reaffirming Pakistan's historical and cordial ties with Tajikistan, underscored the importance Pakistan attaches to ongoing structured and multifaceted engagement with Tajikistan, for mutual gains. The Prime Minister reiterated Pakistan's commitment to strengthening connectivity linkages with the Central Asian region. Towards that end, he highlighted China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as a linchpin of Pakistan's connectivity with the region. The Prime Minister also briefed the President on the latest situation in the South Asian region. The Prime Minister underscored that our region could not afford India's irresponsible and unlawful actions since 7 May 2025, which amounted to acts of war and violation of the UN Charter and international law. The Prime Minister urged the international community to hold India accountable, reiterating that Pakistan desires peace, but will defend its sovereignty with full resolve if challenged. He also underscored that the resolution of Jammu & Kashmir dispute, in accordance with the UN Security Council resolutions, remains fundamental to securing lasting peace in the region. In response, President Emomali said that as a staunch friend of Pakistan, he too was very worried at the events of early May, adding that he would always promote peace and stability in the region. He added that he was deeply impressed by the Prime Minister's remarkable leadership that was critical to the restoration of peace and security in the region.
Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
PM to attend summit on glaciers' preservation
Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon welcomes Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif upon his arrival at the Palace of Nations in Dushanbe. PHOTO: SABAH Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday arrived in Tajikistan's capital city for a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and addressing pressing global environmental issues at the International Conference on Glaciers' Preservation. During his stay, the prime minister is scheduled to hold bilateral meeting with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon. Two leaders will explore opportunities for collaboration in various sectors and discuss regional developments, including Pakistan's appreciation for Tajikistan's steadfast support amid ongoing tensions between Pakistan and India.
Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
PM arrives in Dushanbe for talks, glacier conference
Prime Minister of Tajikistan Kokhir Rasulzoda welcomed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif upon his arrival in Dushanbe on May 29, 2025. PHOTO: Govt of Pakistan/X Listen to article Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Tajikistan for a two-day official visit aimed at enhancing bilateral relations and addressing regional and environmental challenges. The visit, announced by the Prime Minister's Office, signals Islamabad's renewed diplomatic outreach in Central Asia. On arrival at Dushanbe Airport on Thursday, the PM was warmly received by his Tajik counterpart, Prime Minister Kokhir Rasulzoda, along with other high-ranking Tajik officials including Deputy Foreign Minister Sharifzoda Farrukh Homiddin. وزیرِ اعظم محمد شہباز شریف {@CMShehbaz} دو روزہ سرکاری دورے پر تاجکستان پہنچ گئے۔ دوشنبہ ائیرپورٹ پر تاجک وزیراعظم عزت مآب قاہر رسول زادہ نے وزیرِ اعظم کا پرتپاک استقبال کیا۔#PMShehbazInTajikistan 🇵🇰🇹🇯 — Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) May 29, 2025 The reception also included Tajikistan's Ambassador to Pakistan, Yusuf Sharifzoda, and Pakistan's Ambassador to Tajikistan, Muhammad Saeed Sarwar. He is accompanied by Information Minister Attaullah Tarar and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Syed Tariq Fatemi. Central to Premier Sharif's visit are scheduled high-level talks with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon. The discussions are expected to cover a wide range of sectors including trade, energy, regional connectivity, and security cooperation. The PM is also likely to acknowledge Tajikistan's steadfast support for Pakistan amid recent regional tensions, particularly in the context of ongoing strains between Islamabad and New Delhi. He will also participate in a global conference on glacier preservation being hosted in Dushanbe. Prime Minister of Tajikistan, H.E. Kokhir Rasulzoda, warmly welcomed Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif {@CMShehbaz} upon his two-day official visit to Tajikistan.#PMShehbazInTajikistan 🇵🇰🇹🇯 — Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) May 29, 2025 In his address, he is expected to underscore the catastrophic effects of climate change on Pakistan—particularly in the Himalayan and Karakoram regions—and advocate for urgent international collaboration on environmental protection. He will reaffirm Pakistan's 'unwavering commitment' to preserving glaciers, a critical issue for the country's future water security and ecological stability. This visit not only reflects Islamabad's strategic focus on Central Asia but also its desire to play a leading role in climate diplomacy.
