February 26, 2022

The 1000 Car Road Show | GAC MOTOR Nigeria Delivers Vehicles for LAGRIDE Project

GUANGZHOU, China, Feb. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — On February 20, 2022, an awe-inspiring parade of 1000 GAC MOTOR vehicles crossed the Third Mainland Bridge into Lagos State, ready to begin service for the LAGRIDE public transport project.

The project, which features a large-scale government-sponsored ride-hailing platform, is the first of its kind instigated by the current Lagos government.

GAC MOTOR’s years of establishing a foothold in the local automobile market have paid off. It has been trusted to provide 1000 vehicles in the project.

Design, Comfort, Quality

As a designated supplier, GAC MOTOR has equipped Lagos with 1000 GS3s and GA4s.

In recent days, a thousand cars have appeared in a visually striking and enormous “roadshow” across the Third Mainland Bridge linking Lagos state to the Nigerian mainland.

The GS3 SUV and GA4 sedan feature intelligent Chinese technology capabilities, reliable quality of materials, and a design that prioritizes comfort. Both have spacious cabins that make them well-suited to extensive use by the public while maintaining a feeling of cutting-edge design and luxury.

Affordable Vehicles Will Boost Transport Business

LAGRIDE is a vital opportunity for GAC MOTOR to build an even stronger reputation through simple visibility and a more profound commitment to local economic development.

The project is designed to boost Nigeria’s public transport services, promote the development of the online ride-hailing sector, assist the Nigerian government in building a world-class online ride-hailing platform, and reform Nigeria’s transportation sector.

LAGRIDE is also a scheme of empowerment for Lagos residents. It will provide a thousand new passenger cars for purchase by eligible unemployed and taxi drivers equipped with perfect safety and insurance systems.

The cars also come with low initial deposits and long repayment periods, which reduce the employment threshold, provide employment opportunities, and reduce pressures associated with car purchases, promoting consumption and aiding overall economic development.

A Clear Commitment to Development in Nigeria

GAC MOTOR, as a brand, has been working to cultivate the Nigerian market for years and has committed to bringing ingenious design, superior quality, and advanced technology to the Nigerian people.

In 2021, GAC MOTOR won Nigeria’s prestigious “Automobile Company of the Year” award. The GS8 also won “Most Desirable SUV.”

The future looks bright for GAC MOTOR. Expect many more years of entrenched development in Nigeria and the broader African continent for the Chinese carmaker.

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February 26, 2022

President calls for adopting modern farming techniques to increase production

Islamabad, February 26, 2022 (PPI-OT):President Dr Arif Alvi has called for adopting modern farming techniques to increase the agricultural productivity so to meet the country’s food requirements. Addressing a meeting with farmers in Lahore today [Saturday], he underlined the need to promote latest technological and Information Technology tools to ensure the availability of agricultural inputs to farmers and reduce the cost of production.

The President said the government is focusing on uplifting farmers as the prosperity of agriculture sector is directly linked with the socioeconomic development of the country. He said incentives have been offered to support farmers and reduce their cost of production which has given a major boost to agricultural yield of major crops during the last year.

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Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Government of Pakistan
4th Floor, Cabinet Block, Pak. Secretariat, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9103557
Email: info@moib.gov.pk
Website: http://www.moib.gov.pk

February 26, 2022

Delimitation panel’s recommendations increased alienation in IIOJK: Farooq Abdullah

Srinagar, February 26, 2022 (PPI-OT):In Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, National Conference chief and Peoples Alliance for Gupkar Declaration (PAGD) President, Farooq Abdullah, has said that Delimitation Commission’s fresh proposals have increased alienation in the territory and the panel has worked in favour of BJP only under a “planned strategy”.

Talking to reporters on the sidelines of PAGD’s press conference at his Gupkar residence in Srinagar, Farooq Abdullah said the recommendations made by the Delimitation Commission are biased and whatever they have advocated has in fact increased the alienation across IIOJK.

“I see a larger plan in whatever Delimitation Panel has done. The commission has worked in favour of BJP as I foresee that the plan is to get a resolution passed in favour of Article 370 in the J-K assembly and then BJP will itself take the case to the court and claim victory,” he said. Farooq Abdullah said the seats have been increased in a way to benefit BJP and to help the party sail through the elections.

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February 26, 2022

India abstains on UNSC resolution against Russia

New York, February 26, 2022 (PPI-OT):India abstained from voting on a United Nations Security Council resolution that condemned Russia’s aggression against Ukraine and demanded withdrawal of the Russian forces from the neighbouring country. The UN Security Council voted on the draft resolution sponsored by the US and Albania and supported by several other countries including Poland, Italy, Germany, Estonia, Luxembourg and New Zealand. Eleven countries voted in favour of the resolution while three countries, including India, abstained.

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February 26, 2022

Pakistan desirous of maintaining good relations with all countries: Asad

Islamabad, February 26, 2022 (PPI-OT):Minister for Planning and Development Asad Umar says Pakistan is desirous of maintaining good relations with all countries on equality basis. Addressing a public gathering in Islamabad on Saturday, he said through successful diplomacy under the leadership of Prime Minister Imran Khan, Pakistan’s respect has increased at every level.

The Minister said contrary to PTI leadership, previous leaders always preferred their personal interests over national interests. He said no one can dare to compromise on national interest under the leadership of Prime Minister Imran Khan. Asad Umar said development schemes have been started countrywide for progress and prosperity of the people of Pakistan.

He said three mega government hospitals are being built in the Federal Capital while work on four health care centers is underway. He said networks of roads and schools are also being laid in Islamabad that will usher a new era of development in twin cities. Refuting the speculations regarding early elections, the Minister said Prime Minister Imran Khan will complete his term and in next elections people of the country will re-elect him for his sincerity and hard work.

February 26, 2022

Fawad urges people to participate in Sindh Huqooq March

Islamabad, February 26, 2022 (PPI-OT):Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhary Fawad Hussain has urged the people of Sindh to come out and participate in PTI’s Sindh Huqooq March. In a tweet on Saturday, he pointed out that the founders of Pakistan’s movement had also risen from Sindh. He said PTI is the only federal party, and the people should support the federation and Pakistan whilst rejecting the regional parties.

February 26, 2022

Senator Walid Iqbal presides over a meeting of Senate Standing Committee on Human Rights

Islamabad, February 26, 2022 (PPI-OT):A meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Human Rights was held on Friday. Senator Walid Iqbal chaired the meeting; that was attended by, Senator Falak Naz, Senator Muhammad Tahir Bizenjo and senior officers of the Ministry of Human Rights along with its attached departments and agencies. Additional IG Operations Punjab and DPO Mian Chunno were present.

The agenda of the meeting entailed Consideration of Point of Public Importance regarding the incident of mob lynching in Mian Channu, raised by Senator Sherry Rehman and a detailed briefing by the Ministry on proposed PSDP, 2022-23.

The meeting commenced with a strong condemnation of the Mian Channu incident that was deemed an act that portrayed the society’s bent of thought. It was revealed that increase in extremist attitude was most visible amongst ages 25 to 30, as noted in the mentioned case and 19 to 30 as seen in the Sialkot lynching. Most influenced by Social Media forums, no distinction was observed between the literate and illiterate. South Punjab was termed the eye of the storm.

The Committee stressed the need for stakeholder participation to develop a strategy to address the issue. It was asserted that religious forums must spread the true spirit of Islam and its stance on tolerance. A whole nation approach must be taken on the matter.

Chairman Committee, Senator Walid Iqbal, while lauding the efforts of law enforcement agencies, said that the Committee backs the machinery completely. He directed that a letter must be sent to the President, PM and Speaker National Assembly to take notice of the matter, so that initiatives may be taken to address it.

Proposed PSDP 2022-23 allocation of PKR 495.00 million for on-going and new schemes was fully supported by the Committee. The Ministry shared, that an allocation of PKR 150.00 million was sought for on-going schemes and PKR 345.00 million for new ones. The National Programme for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment; will been initiated to address Gender disparity in the country and improve the Gender Development Index (GDI) ratio in Pakistan.

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Senate of Pakistan
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E-mail: senate@comsats.net.pk
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February 26, 2022

Most of Pakistani students in Ukraine evacuated: Ambassador

Islamabad, February 26, 2022 (PPI-OT):Pakistani Ambassador to Ukraine, Noel Israel Khokhar has said most of Pakistani students in Ukraine have been evacuated. In a message, he said there were about three thousand Pakistani students in Ukraine and now only about five to six hundred students are left and they are also in the process of being evacuated. The ambassador said forty to fifty students will be evacuated tonight in two to three groups to Poland. He said another thirty-five students in Ternopil will also be evacuated very soon.