ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has imposed a ban on the import of Indian and Israeli wheat, whereas the commodity can even not be imported from Cuba, Iran, Syria, North Korea, and the Ukrainian territories managed by Russia.

Pakistan has imposed a situation on international buying and selling firms to not provide wheat from India and Israel. Wheat provide has additionally been banned from nations going through worldwide sanctions, together with Cuba, Iran, North Korea and Syria.

In response to a doc, wheat can even not be bought from the Ukrainian areas beneath the management of Russia in addition to Crimea.

In the meantime, the moisture content material of wheat in a young for the acquisition of 110,000 metric tons of the commodity has been set at 14.5%, whereas the presence of different objects, together with soil, is not going to exceed 1%.

Wheat is scheduled to begin arriving in Gwadar or on the Karachi port on two ships by February 12.

The Buying and selling Company of Pakistan (TCP) not too long ago issued a world tender to acquire and import 110,000 metric tons of wheat, in response to European merchants.

The deadline for submitting value presents on this tender is December 27. As a situation, the wheat must be from the most recent crop.

Cargo is requested for 2024, in consignments of not less than 50,000 tons throughout two intervals between January 10-15 and January 17-22. The wheat should arrive in Pakistan by February 12, 2024.

The TCP has the choice to purchase 10% kind of than the tender quantity. Merchants recommend that Pakistan, going through monetary difficulties, has a major import requirement to handle rising flour costs.

ISLAMABAD: The embassy of Indonesia in Pakistan on Wednesday inaugurated a week-long exhibition to reinforce consciousness among the many folks of Pakistan in regards to the multi-dimensional relationship between Indonesia and Pakistan.

Organized by the embassy in collaboration with the Nationwide Library of Pakistan, Nationwide Archives of Indonesia, and Nationwide Archives of Pakistan, the exhibition was organized within the premises of the Nationwide Library of Pakistan, a information launch mentioned.

The exhibition showcases a compelling assortment of images, movies, and letters, offering a portrayal of the interactions between the founding fathers of Indonesia and Pakistan, Soekarno, and Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. It provides a novel glimpse into President Soekarno’s visits to Pakistan and his conferences with Pakistani dignitaries, underlining the shared historical past that binds the 2 nations.

Talking on the event as chief visitor, Head of the Nationwide Archives of Indonesia Imam Gunarto appreciated the folks of Pakistan for his or her love and respect for the leaders of Indonesia, particularly President Sukarno. He mentioned such occasions would strengthen the cultural relations between the 2 international locations, particularly within the fields of archives and historical past.

Indonesian Cost d’ Affaires Yusran Hadromi, in his remarks, prolonged his gratitude to the Nationwide Library of Pakistan and Nationwide Archives of Pakistan for his or her helpful contribution and help in organizing the exhibition. He mentioned, “As two of the world’s largest Muslim international locations, our two international locations share quite a lot of historic and cultural commonalities that present many alternatives to develop collectively. Due to this fact, President Soekarno is extremely revered by the folks and Authorities of Pakistan in recognition of his honest efforts to convey the 2 international locations nearer to one another.”

Senator Mushahid Hussain, on the event, appreciated the initiative of organizing the exhibition and highlighted the vital position of President Soekarno as a statesman. He mentioned, “Soekarno’s revolutionary spirit echoes within the shared values of democracy, independence, and cultural variety that proceed to unite Indonesia and Pakistan. This exhibition is a well timed reminder of the robust basis laid by our visionary leaders, paving the way in which for a way forward for collaboration and mutual prosperity.”

Earlier, in his welcoming remarks, Director Common of the Nationwide Library of Pakistan Asif Iqbal Khan mentioned, “This exhibition serves as a bridge between our two nations, connecting us by the wealthy tapestry of historical past that binds Indonesia and Pakistan collectively.”

Highlighting the significance of the exhibition, Director of the Nationwide Archives of Pakistan Dr Mazhar Saeed mentioned, “The showcased archives underscore the significance of preserving our shared heritage, guaranteeing that the legacy of leaders like Dr Soekarno and Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah continues to encourage generations.”

The occasion additionally featured fascinating performances by Indonesian college students on the stage, showcasing sensible angklung (music) and dance performances, together with Pasambahan, Randai, and Indang dances – a vibrant illustration of West Sumatra province.