In this regard, the UAE’s pledge of $4.5 billion in clean energy investments in Africa stands out, highlighting their support for the continent’s transition to green energy. It’s a stark reminder that global climate change policies often require local population support in the so-called Global South. The Arab world’s technological advancements hold the key to enhancing Africa’s capacity to combat climate change, from renewable energy solutions to advanced agricultural practices. Africa currently generates only half of the Netherlands’ solar energy production, highlighting the potential for growth in the continent’s renewable energy sector. Globally, the renewable energy sector is surging, with 80 percent of new power plants being of the renewable variety this year, with solar energy leading the charge.

Reacting to former president Asif Ali Zardari's statement on general elections, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Saturday said he was bound by his father’s advice over domestic affairs, but not over political decisions. Zardari, the president of Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians (PPPP) and co-chairman of PPP, had vetoed his party’s consistent stance in favour of conducting elections within 90 days earlier in the day. Bilawal said that the last CEC meeting had decided to contact the election commission over the issue, adding that a delegation of Pakistan Peoples Party has contacted the ECP and put their objections before them. Bilawal and the PPP leadership had previously moved the courts and the interim government to hold polls within 90 days. However, on Friday, Bilawal suggested extending the exercise to 120 days if not possible within the 90-day constitutional timeframe.

"Elections must be held promptly, either within 90 days or, if not [possible], within 120 days," he told reporters. “The PPP was ready for elections before and … is ready for elections in 90 days, according to the Constitution,” he said. According to the Constitution, if the National Assembly is dissolved prematurely, general elections should be held within 90 days. Consequently, the ECP stated that holding elections within 90 days would not be feasible and proposed a date sometime in February of the following year. Bilawal pointed out a difference in interpretation of the Constitution among the PPP, the ECP and the PDM.

Hemant likes to watch the reality TV show ‘Bigg Boss’. Interesting facts about HemantDuring his school and college days, he took part in many street plays and theatre shows. After playing minor roles, he played comic characters in films like, Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein, Aap Mujhe Achhe Lagne Lage, Fareb, and Journey of Bhangowar. Hemant’s Kumaoni filmIn 2017, he was seen in a Kumaoni film 'Gopi Bhina'. Hemant was recently seen in the movie ‘Zindagi Shatranj Hai’.

SEOUL-North Korea has launched its first “tactical nuclear attack submarine”, state media reported Friday, although the South Korean military said the vessel might not be operational. Images in state media showed Kim, wearing a light suit and sun hat, speaking to white-uniformed sailors next to the submarine, whose bow was decorated with the North Korean flag. North Korea will turn its existing submarines into attack vessels equipped with nuclear weapons, Kim said. But the South Korean military said Pyongyang’s claims could not be taken at face value. North Korea has conducted a record number of weapons tests this year, and last month failed in its second attempt to put a spy satellite into orbit.

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev says Political and economic reforms alone are not sufficient to build a Just Kazakhstan. ‘The development of nuclear power is a particularly important economic and political issue. There are different opinions on the feasibility of building a nuclear power plant in our country. On the other hand, many citizens and some experts have safety concerns about nuclear power plants’. The President further Political and economic reforms alone are not sufficient to build a Just Kazakhstan.

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Friday said that his party was ready to participate in the upcoming general elections, emphasising that if the polls cannot be held within 90 days, they should be conducted within 120 days. It is expected that President Alvi will send a letter to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), proposing a date in November for the elections. PPP has been opposing any delay in the general elections after the coalition government completed its tenure last month. Speaking to the media in Karachi, Bilawal stated that the elections should be held as soon as possible or within 90-day constitutional limit. Bilawal insisted on the prompt conduct of elections, emphasising, "Elections must be held promptly, either within 90 days or, if not, within 120 days."

Caretaker Energy Minister Muhammad Ali has announced that the interim government will most likely take a decision on provision of relief in the electricity bills by Monday, saying detailed consideration has been given to ease the burden on the public. The energy minister, Caretaker Finance Minister Shamshad Akhtar, Commerce Minister Dr Gohar Ejaz and Information Minister Murtaza Solangi addressed the media persons. The energy minister said, “We are taking steps to find oil and gas as we are losing Rs300 billion annually in the gas sector. The availability of gas is essential to run the industry.”Ali said discussions for privatisation of power distribution companies was under way. The main objectives of SIFC were to boost FDI in different sectors, including mining, information technology and agriculture, the minister added.

The theme of the upcoming G20 Summit that will take place on September 9, 2023, in New Delhi is ‘One Earth. G20 countries need to listen to the President of the World Bank when it comes to the sustainable development and growth. The leadership of G20 countries need to realise that there is still great opportunity for peace in Kashmir, but it cannot occur unless the people of Kashmir are permitted to have their own identity and chart their own course. Mere sloganeering, economic packages and G20 tourism diplomacy will never solve the Kashmir problem. The G20 should learn from that and end its neglect of Kashmir to avoid a corresponding calamity

Earlier, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government took a $400 million loan from the World Bank for reforms in the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). Pakistan is going to take a $300 million loan at over 6% interest for reducing tax gap to 20% of the potential tax collection. With the successful commercial operation of coal power plants in Thar coal fields, it is imperative that the growing coal demand should be met through Thar coal to displace imported coal. Such initiatives have already been noticed where the upcoming coal-based power capacity addition is being designed on Thar coal. It agreed to increase the project cost by 161%, or Rs37 billion, compared to the 2015 estimate of Rs23 billion.

The 259th Corps Commanders' Conference (CCC) is being presided over by Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir at GHQ on Thursday, September 7, 2023. PHOTO: ISPRThe top military brass on Thursday pledged to “wholeheartedly” assist the government in curbing all illegal activities that impede the economic stability, growth and investors’ confidence. The resolve was expressed during the 259th Corps Commanders' Conference at the General Headquarters, presided over by Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir. General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (#COAS) presided over the 259th Corps Commanders' Conference (CCC) held at GHQ, today. The armed forces expressed their gratitude to the proud nation for this show of solidarity.

ISLAMABAD, Sept 07 (APP): Ambassador of Pakistan to Turkiye Dr. Yousaf Junaid said that 16-day 1965 war had left a lesson that peace-loving, brave and self-respecting nations, determined to sacrifice lives for their country could not be defeated by force and belligerence. Turkish Minister of Trade Prof. Dr Omer Bolat graced the occasion as chief guest and Commander Turkish General Staff (TGS) General Metin Gurak as guest of honour. High ranking Turkish civil and military officials, ambassadors, members of the diplomatic corps, defence & military attaches, media persons and members of Pakistani community attended the reception. He underscored that strategic and comprehensive Pakistan Turkiye bilateral relations were an important factor towards promoting peace and stability in the region and beyond. While highlighting strategic Pakistan Turkiye partnership, Commander Turkish General Staff (TGS), General Metin Gurak paid tribute to the sacrifices of the martyrs and valour of Pakistan armed forces.

A man helps put a stray dog captured by a Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) official inside the back of an animal ambulance in New Delhi, September 5. Stray dogs put up at an animal shelter eat food inside their caged rooms at the facility at Bijwasan in New Delhi, India, September 6. Sanjay Mohapatra, founder of the House of Stray Animals NGO, termed the action "needless". "If delegates see people feeding stray dogs, it will actually create a good impression of the country," he said. A Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) official catches a stray dog using a rod with a loop in New Delhi, September 5.

RAWALPINDI -As many as 20,935 persons had been screened for Hepatitis B and C during the second phase of the Local Hepatitis Elimination and Prevention (LHEAP) drive. According to the District Health Authority, the LHEAP was underway in four Union Councils (UCs)-10,11,14 and 15 of the city while 117 people diagnosed with HBV and 354 with HCV so far. He informed that 6,365 people had been immunized against the Hepatitis while 20 health teams, five in each UC were participating in the drive to vaccinate around 100,000 population against the deadly disease. The spokesman urged the residents to come forward and screen themselves for Hepatitis free of cost. The LHEAP drive was being carried out in collaboration with the US-based task force for Global Health, he added.

UAE minister named among Time’s 100 most influential people in AILONDON: An Emirati minister has been named by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the field of artificial intelligence. The list highlights leaders, innovators, shapers and thinkers “who are shaping today’s AI landscape.”Omar Al-Olama, 33, was appointed the UAE’s minister of state for AI, digital economy and remote work applications in 2017. “Initially, my view was we can do a lot in the UAE and we can do this on our own. So there needs to be a global treaty that includes everyone.”Al-Olama described the UAE’s approach to governing AI as an “interesting model.”“We understand that we are in a unique position. Among the other people to make the Time list were Elon Musk, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and US Congresswoman Anna Eshoo.