Month: February 2024

“Barclays Ceases Direct Financing for New Oil and Gas Projects Amid Climate Strategy Overhaul”

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Barclays-Ceases

In a significant move reflecting its commitment to addressing climate change, British bank Barclays announced on Friday that it would no longer provide direct financing for new oil and gas projects. However, despite this shift, the bank faced criticism from campaigners who argued that the measures did not go far enough. As part of its updated climate strategy, Barclays stated that it would also scale back lending for existing fossil fuel projects, aligning itself with increasing pressure from activist investors to take decisive action on climate change. The bank’s revised…

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“Global Concerns Mount Over Pakistan’s Election Integrity Amidst Allegations of Irregularities”

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Elections-2024

The international community has raised concerns over the integrity of Pakistan’s recent elections, with prominent figures and organizations expressing apprehensions about alleged irregularities and restrictions that marred the electoral process. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed worry over the suspension of mobile communications services and instances of violence during the election day in Pakistan. While urging political leaders and society segments to maintain calm and refrain from violence, the UN spokesperson emphasized the importance of upholding human rights and the rule of law, calling for any disputes to be resolved through…

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“US State Department Expresses Concern Over Allegations of Election Interference in Pakistan”

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Department-Expresses

The US State Department has voiced its apprehension regarding allegations of interference in Pakistan’s electoral process. In a statement issued by spokesperson Matthew Miller, the US has aligned itself with international and local election observers, highlighting concerns about undue restrictions on freedoms of expression, association, and peaceful assembly during the recent elections. The statement unequivocally condemns electoral violence and the curtailment of fundamental freedoms, including attacks on media personnel, as well as limitations on access to communication services and the internet. It stresses the imperative of conducting thorough investigations into…

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Army Chief Calls for Unity and Stability in Pakistan’s Political Landscape”

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Army-Chief

In a significant address delivered today, the Army chief of Pakistan issued a compelling call for unity and stability in the nation’s political sphere. With a backdrop of ongoing challenges and divisions, the Army chief emphasized the urgent need for a unified government that represents the diverse polity and pluralism of Pakistan. Under the banner of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Army chief’s message resonated with a vision of a Pakistan guided by a shared national purpose, transcending the politics of anarchy and polarization. He underscored that while elections…

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Simi Kamal appointed Chair of the board International Water management Institute

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Water-Management

Karachi, February 9, 2024 Simi Kamal, one of Pakistan’s leading geographers, has recently been appointed as Chair of the Board of International Water Management Institute (IWMI). With 40 years of experience in water, environment, food security, and related sectors, Ms Kamal is also well-known globally and nationally in social development and women empowerment circles.Headquartered in Sri Lanka, IWMI is a globally renowned research-for-development organisation with offices in 15 countries. With its vision of achieving a water-secure world, IWMI has contributed to social and economic development through impactful research results. IWMI…

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