Day: November 21, 2022

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Federal Minister Shazia Marri congratulated Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari for accepting Pakistan’s position at the World Conference 

Karachi, November 21, 2022 (PPI-OT):Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Security/Chairperson Benazir Income Support Program Ms. Shazia Marri congratulated Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari for accepting Pakistan’s position at the World Conference on Climate Change. He said that the UN’s “Damage and Loss” fund for countries affected by environmental disasters is the result of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s efforts.

The Federal Minister said that Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has breathed new life into Pakistan’s foreign policy. The effects of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s successful foreign policy of just a few months have started coming. He further said that Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and his department have worked tirelessly to remove Pakistan from the grey list. Be it the grey list or the global conference on climate change, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is being talked about everywhere.

Commenting on the ability of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Shazia Murri said that the thinkers of America, Europe and the Middle East of every region seem to be appreciating the foreign policy of Chairman PPP. It is the result of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s efforts that Pakistan has been removed from the UK’s list of high-risk countries.

The federal minister said that US Secretary of State Antony Blanken also admitted that Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has come to America with a Jamia plan for flood victims. Bilawal Bhutto led a meeting of world leaders at the age of just 33.

It is a matter of pride for the whole of Pakistan that Chairman PPP is leading the meeting of world leaders. Shazia Murri said that with the successful strategy of the young foreign minister of Pakistan People’s Party, ambassadors from all over the world appeared to visit the flood-affected areas of Pakistan.

Shazia Murri further said that the visit of United Nations Secretary General to Pakistan is the result of continuous efforts of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and his department. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari raised the slogan of climate justice to aid not trade and led the whole world towards Pakistan.

For more information, contact:
PPP Media Cell (Sindh)
Pakistan People’s Party (PPP)
Peoples Secretariat Shikarpur Colony,
Behind Mazar-e-Quaid-e-Azam, Karachi, Pakistan
Cell: +92-305-3370383
Email: contact@ppp-tu.com
Website: https://www.ppp.org.pk

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ACCA, IFAC release a global guide on public financial management reforms 

Islamabad, November 21, 2022 (PPI-OT):A new joint guide by ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) released at the World Congress of Accountants (WCOA) aims to boost PFM reforms across the globe by defining for the first time the idea of professionalization specifically in the context of public sector finance.

The guide also features case studies of good practice from Tanzania, the UK, Cyprus, the Philippines, Pakistan, Malaysia and Wales. A global guide for professionalization in public sector finance provides a definition of what professionalization means in public sector finance, sets out the benefits of professionalization, and offers a high-level roadmap to support global good practice in professionalization.

Discussing the global guide ahead of a panel discussion at WCOA, Joseph Owolabi, ACCA president, said: “Professionalization brings credibility, trust and confidence in public finances by supplementing the systems and public finance processes with the right skills for accountability, transparency, good governance and external scrutiny. A professionalised workforce within a finance function supplies more than accounting information. It brings wide value to public sector finances – providing improved revenue collection, effective budgetary controls, and the data required to support policy decision making.”

Kevin Dancey, IFAC CEO, said: “We are looking to rebalance the focus so that it is not only on the process, but also on the people. The value of the accountancy profession, whether in the public or private sectors, comes from the experience, skills, judgement and ethical behaviour of its people. By increasing the number of professional accountants working in the public sector, we will no doubt add to the credibility and effectiveness of PFM, and reinforce trust in public services and spending.”

Achieving professionalization brings multiple benefits to the economy, governments and individuals. It means greater financial credibility for economies, improved financial management discipline for governments, and greater access to diverse career options for individuals.

Alex Metcalfe, ACCA’s head of public sector, said: “Political leadership and commitment for professionalization is the most important factor for sustaining PFM reforms over time. In some countries, there is a lack of recognition that change is needed at all. In other countries, PFM reforms have concentrated on moving from cash-based to accrual-based accounting. But now more effort is urgently required to professionalise public finance staff and provide opportunities for training for professional qualifications.”

For more information, contact:
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Pakistan (ACCA)
Office No. 5, 2nd Floor, SNC Centre,
Fazal-ul-Haq Road, Blue Area, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-111-222275
Fax: +92-51-2876605
Email: info@pk.accaglobal.com
Website: www.pakistan.accaglobal.com

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Friendly Cricket Match between IIUI and FERA held

Islamabad, November 21, 2022 (PPI-OT):A friendly match between International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI XI) and Federal Education Reporters Association (FERA XI) was played here at the ground of the new campus of the university.

IIUI XI won the match. IIUI XI, playing first scored 148 in 8 overs with an impressive batting of Raja Hamid who also grabbed the title of Man of the Match. In reply FERA posted 60 runs on the scorecard. The match was jointly organized by the Department of Protocol and Public relations and Office of the Students Advisor. Member Board of the Governors of IIUI and famous religious Scholar Dr. Aamir Tuaseen was Chief Guest of the match. Students Advisor Dr. Rizwan Aftab, Incharge Protocol and Public Relations were also present on the occasion.

Speaking on the occasion as a Chief Guest, Dr. Aamir said that sports are an integral part of the learning process. He said that sports activities have long lasting constructive results in society. He hailed IIUI’s management for splendid arrangements of the match.

Nasir Farid said on the occasion that the activity was a source to strengthen the ties between IIUI and FERA. He said the P and PR department shall keep arranging such activities. Mr. Zafar Sipra, President FERA thanked IIUI for arranging a friendly match and appreciated the management for the quality arrangements. He also thanked Directorates of Protocol and Public Relations and Students Affairs for the collaboration. At the end, Winner and Runner up trophies were given by the chief guest to the captains.

For more information, contact:
Public Relations,
International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI)
Room No.118, Admin Block, New Campus,
H-10 Sector, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9019249
Fax: +92-51-9257909
Email: iiuipublicrelations@iiu.edu.pk
Website: www.iiu.edu.pk

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Trilingual declamation contest held during Students Week 

Khairpur, November 21, 2022 (PPI-OT):The Trilingual Declamation Contest was held during the Students Week-2022 organized by the Directorate of Students Affairs, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur. Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto, Vice Chancellor presided over the contest.

Prof. Dr. Taj Muhammad Lashari, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences, Prof. Dr. Amir Hussain Shar, Dean Faculty of Management Sciences and Prof. Dr. Minhoon Khan Laghari, Advisor to Vice Chancellor on Academic were the guests of honour. The topic of declamation contest was “Co-Education and our Responsibilities”.

Speaking on this occasion, Prof. Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ibupoto said I am extremely happy to listen the thought provoking speeches of the students. He said the teacher’s role is pivotal in the co-education because teacher is role model. Since teacher is main pillar of the educational institution because teacher is preparing the students on positive directions.

He said co-education is essential system of education which provides equal opportunities to the students but it depends on students’ integrity. He said the Directorate of Students Affairs under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Masihullah Jatoi and Ms. Shahida Amir Chandio is working dynamically.

Prof. Dr. Masihullah Jatoi, Director Students Affairs appreciated the endeavours of the Vice Chancellor for providing a viable platform to students to perform in the co-curricular activities. He also appreciated the teamwork of the Directorate of Students Affairs. He said education is an agent of change which equips the youth with learning capacities.

During the speeches, the students shed light on the merits and demerits of the co-education. They said that co-education provides participatory approach to compete with each other. They said that the tolerant and peaceful culture provides conducive environment for the learning of both male and female students.

In English Language contest, Mr. Abdul Qadeer, Mr. Saifullah Chandio and Ms. Soohan Soomro got first, second and third positions respectively. In Urdu Language contest, Mr. Asad Abbas, Ms. Fatima Saleem and Mr. Bahadur Ali secured first, second and third positions respectively while in Sindhi Language contest Mr. Shahzad Ahmed, Mr. Muhammad Aqib, Mr. Akbar Mangi and Mr. Ayaz Phulpoto got first, second and third positions respectively.

Mr. Muhammad Murad Pirzada, Mr. Ali Raza Lashari, Ms. Munira Khatoon and Mr. Khawand Dino Larik were the judges of the contest. Ms. Shahida Amir Chandio, Students Advisor (Girls) and Dr. Nazar Hussain Kalwar, Students Advisor (Boys) were the organizers of the event. A large number of teachers and students attended the contest.

For more information, contact:
Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur
Tel: +92-243-9280051-4
Fax: +92-243-9280060
Email: info@salu.edu.pk

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IHHN conducts the first corporate cricket championship in Islamabad 

Karachi, November 21, 2022 (PPI-OT):Indus Hospital and Health Network (IHHN) hosted its First IHHN Corporate Cricket Championship in Islamabad to raise awareness and funds for treating childhood cancer on November 19-20, 2022.

The annual Cricket Championship provides an opportunity for corporate entities and institutions to come forward and support the noble mission of IHHN through engaging in an exciting sporting event. Several organizations joined IHHN to support the two-day event held in Islamabad.

In addition to providing sponsorship for the event, GFS Builders and Developers (GFS), IHHN, Evamp and Saanga, OGDCL, Askari Bank Limited, UBL Ameen, Allied Bank Limited, and ABL Funds also participated in the tournament held at the MCI Ground, Islamabad.

This thrilling tournament helped bring together the corporate community to join hands to support IHHN and its initiatives. All proceeds from the Corporate Cricket Championship will be utilized towards funding the free-of-cost quality cancer treatment for IHHN’s deserving pediatric patients.

For more information, contact
The Indus Hospital (TIH)
C-76, Sector 31/5, Opposite Darussalam Society,
Korangi Crossing, Karachi – 75190, Pakistan
Tel: +92-21-35112709-17
Fax: +92-21-35112718
Email: crd@indushospital.org.pk
Website: http://www.indushospital.org.pk/

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2nd National Conference on “Sustainable Water Resources Management” 

Lahore, November 21, 2022 (PPI-OT):Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Engineering (CEWRE), University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Lahore organized one day 2nd Conference on “Sustainable Water Resources Management”. The conference was attended by participants from different institutions and organizations from Pakistan. Prof. Dr. Noor Muhammad Khan, Director CEWRE inaugurated the conference and highlighted the main themes.

During his opening speech the chief guest Prof. Dr. Syed Mansoor Sarwar Vice Chancellor UET Lahore, indicated the need to put a spotlight on the invisible resource-the groundwater, enhance knowledge exchange and collaboration and thereby increase the awareness of the importance of taking care of our water resources and come up with agenda for future research and action.

In his address as a keynote speaker, Prof. Dr. Habib-Ur-Rehman, Dean of Civil Engineering, UET, Lahore highlighted the importance of sustainable aquifer management through recharging techniques.

Engr. Shahid Hameed, Advisor to WAPDA highlighted the role of WAPDA in efficient water resources development of Pakistan and future plans for Hydropower and water conservation projects. Prof. Dr. Hamza Farooq Gabriel from NUST, Islamabad discussed the use of Sustainable Eco-technologies for Wastewater Treatment.

Mr. Ahmed Kamal, Chairman Federal Flood Commission, Pakistan, Usman e Ghani, Additional commissioner for Indus waters, Pakistan, Engr. Fazal Rahman Kashif, Chief Engineer, NESPAK, and Dr. Naveed Ahmad Deputy Director Hydrology, Ravi Urban Development Authority also expressed their views regarding efficient Sustainable Water Resources Management, especially in an urban area and trans boundary basins.

In three technical sessions, eighteen technical papers were also presented with the main focus on climate change impact assessment, extreme events, hydraulic analysis, and water management.

The participation was from various national organizations/institutes including the Centre for integrated mountains research, the University of Punjab, Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, and UET Taxila apart from the Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Engineering.

In the concluding session, Prof. Dr. Noor Muhammad Khan, Director, Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Engineering appreciated the organizing team of the conference especially Dr. Kaleem Sarwar, Dr. Muhammad Waseem, Engr. Faraz ul Haq and Engr. Muhammad Awais Zafar and resolved that CEWRE will continue its struggle to train water managers and researchers in the field of water resources.

For more information, contact:
Public Relations Officer
University of Engineering and Technology (UET)
G.T. Rd, Lahore – 54890
Tel: +92-42-99250274, +92-42-99029358
Cell: +92-321-9467302
Email: tanveerqasim@yahoo.com
Website: www.uet.edu.pk