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Print - 2004-10-10
Dollar sinks on weak job report, China speculation

Dollar sinks on weak job report, China speculation

The dollar fell against the yen on Friday, marking its steepest one-day drop in over a year, pushed lower by surprisingly weak jobs data and speculation that China may soon allow its currency to appreciate against the dollar.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
LCH Clearnet looks at launching FX clearing

LCH Clearnet looks at launching FX clearing

LCH Clearnet, one of the world's largest clearing houses, is looking at introducing clearing for the $1.9 trillion a day foreign exchange market, in an attempt to cut out credit risks between agreeing and settling trades.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Canadian dollar surges

Canadian dollar surges

The Canadian dollar topped 80 US cents on Friday for the first time in 11-1/2 years, as strong Canadian jobs data contrasted with a weak US jobs report, boosting confidence in the domestic economy and raising expectations for higher interest rates.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Canadian bonds rise

Canadian bonds rise

The Canadian bond prices rose sharply during the session on Friday, falling at first after the strong Canadian employment report, but then following Treasuries higher after the US data.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Canadian bonds rise

Canadian bonds rise

The Canadian bond prices rose sharply during the session on Friday, falling at first after the strong Canadian employment report, but then following Treasuries higher after the US data.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Chile stocks dip

Chile stocks dip

Chilean stocks fell on Friday for the fourth day in a row dragged down by telecommunications firms and by energy generator Endesa, which fell after a rival filed a $26 million complaint against it.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Argentine shares fall

Argentine shares fall

Argentine stocks fell on Friday amid profit-taking, particularly in the banking sector, while Banco Frances slipped sharply after announcing a new share issue.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Mexican stocks plunge on Walmex profit-taking

Mexican stocks plunge on Walmex profit-taking

Mexican stocks slumped on Friday as investors took profits in Wal-Mart de Mexico (Walmex) after the retailer reported a sharp rise in quarterly profit.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Spin-off IPOs may reward patient investors

Spin-off IPOs may reward patient investors

The initial public offering of Hutchison Telecommunications International Ltd received a poor response from investors this past week, pricing at the bottom of its estimate range.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Eurostocks week ahead: Nokia rings in results season

Eurostocks week ahead: Nokia rings in results season

Europe's new results season kicks off in earnest next week, offering investors their first chance to sift through top scorecards for evidence of any sales recovery or fallout from record high oil prices.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
US corporate bonds close with slight changes

US corporate bonds close with slight changes

The US corporate bond market traded mostly unchanged in light volume amid an abbreviated trading session on Friday, while a weaker-than-expected jobs report triggered a sharp rally in Treasuries, traders said.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
US corporate bonds close with slight changes

US corporate bonds close with slight changes

The US corporate bond market traded mostly unchanged in light volume amid an abbreviated trading session on Friday, while a weaker-than-expected jobs report triggered a sharp rally in Treasuries, traders said.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Toronto stocks flat after divergent jobs data

Toronto stocks flat after divergent jobs data

Toronto stocks ended flat on Friday despite stronger-than-expected domestic jobs data as investors focused more on weak US labour data which caused declines in equities south of the border.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Emerging debt: weak jobs report sparks strong rally

Emerging debt: weak jobs report sparks strong rally

Emerging market sovereign bond prices surged on Friday as a weaker-than-expected US payrolls report for September raised the possibility that the US Federal Reserve could slow the pace of interest rate hikes.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Emerging debt: weak jobs report sparks strong rally

Emerging debt: weak jobs report sparks strong rally

Emerging market sovereign bond prices surged on Friday as a weaker-than-expected US payrolls report for September raised the possibility that the US Federal Reserve could slow the pace of interest rate hikes.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
US stocks end lower on record high oil prices, weak jobs data

US stocks end lower on record high oil prices, weak jobs data

US stocks fell on Friday after oil prices climbed to a record over $53 a barrel and weaker-than-expected US job growth in September raised concerns about the economy's strength with less than a month to go before the presidential election.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Pakistan outclass India in golf

Pakistan outclass India in golf

Pakistan beat India by three strokes to win the team international event of the 44th National Amateur golf Championship, registering their fifth consecutive victory against archrivals in the international meets, here at Lahore Gymkhana Course on Saturday.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Aussies poised for big win in first Test

Aussies poised for big win in first Test

Australia destroyed India's top order for the second time in three days to step closer to a massive victory in the first cricket Test here on Saturday.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Sri Lanka rout Zimbabwe in tri-series

Sri Lanka rout Zimbabwe in tri-series

Sri Lanka crushed Zimbabwe by seven wickets here on Saturday to virtually guarantee their place in the final of the triangular series against hosts Pakistan.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
FCA meeting on October 11

FCA meeting on October 11

The bi-annual meeting of the Federal Committee on Agriculture (FCA) will approve a strategy for Rabi crops here on Monday, October 11, 2004.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Drive against cable operators

Drive against cable operators

Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) is launching a province-wide campaign against cable operators relaying obscene channels and programmes.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Ramazan likely on October 16

Ramazan likely on October 16

The Ramazan moon is expected to be sighted in Pakistan on the evening of October 15, and the first of Ramazan will be observed on October 16.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
World Mental Health Day observed

World Mental Health Day observed

Like other parts of the globe, the World Mental Health Day was also observed here in Lahore on Saturday.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Farmers urged to grow more wheat

Farmers urged to grow more wheat

Farming community has now more responsibility to grow additional wheat to fulfil the country's demand, as government has fulfilled most of their demands, Punjab Minister for Agriculture Arshad Khan Lodhi in a PTV programme.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Election Commission to receive statements of assets today

Election Commission to receive statements of assets today

Election Commission Secretariat, Islamabad will remain open on Sunday, October 10, in order to facilitate filing of statements of assets and liabilities of members of Senate, National Assembly and Provincial Assemblies of Punjab, Sindh, NWFP and Balochist
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Poverty elevation?

Poverty elevation?

According to the press reports, plans are under way to construct additional lodges at Islamabad, as many as 96, for the parliamentarians. The six-storey complex, to be erected at an area of over two-acre, is estimated to cost Rupees 25 million. Also, the
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Interviews of cricketers

Interviews of cricketers

It has often been observed that after a cricket match when Pakistani players appear for the interview they are interviewed in English. As some of the cricketers have difficulty in speaking in English they are unable to express their point of view. Sometim
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
No dividends but right shares

No dividends but right shares

Almost after a decade, the trend of issuance of right shares has re-started by listed companies. The purpose of right subscription is described as expansion. Some at these companies like M/s Telecard, TRG, Nimir Ind.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
PTCL, a dominant player, abusing its role

PTCL, a dominant player, abusing its role

The Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited PTCL had always enjoyed a monopoly in the communication sector, as this company was initially a corporation owned by the government. Later on it was converted into a listed company and the general public was
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Eliminating poverty the Islamic way

Eliminating poverty the Islamic way

As with the approach of the fasting month of Ramazan thoughts happen to be focussed on poverty reduction from Zakat, one is likely to be left intrigued by the failure to alleviate the plight of the poor in this Islamic state. It will be noted that the wor
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Relief to power consumers of Karachi

Relief to power consumers of Karachi

The Federal Minister for Water and Power, Liaqat Ali Jatoi's relief package for the various categories of electricity consumers of Karachi seeking implementation of reductions in electricity rates announced in the last budget, is indeed laudable.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Chinese delegation leaves for Delhi

Chinese delegation leaves for Delhi

A 21-member Chinese delegation led by Governor of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Ismail Tilwaldi after spending two busy days in Lahore on Saturday left for New Delhi.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Maldivian chief justice meets Wasi Zafar

Maldivian chief justice meets Wasi Zafar

Chief Justice of the Republic of Maldives, Justice Mohammad Rasheed Ibrahim and members of his delegation on Saturday met Federal Minister for Law, Justice and Human Rights, Mohammad Wasi Zafar and discussed matters relating to judicial system of the coun
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Minister takes serious note of child's death in UAE

Minister takes serious note of child's death in UAE

Minister of State for Overseas Pakistani Senator Tariq Azeem has taken serious notice of death of a five year old Pakistani boy in hospital in Al-Ain, UAE after falling from camel, during a camel race.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
ITBA seminar on WTO on October 11

ITBA seminar on WTO on October 11

The Income Tax Bar Association (ITBA) is holding a seminar on the World Trade Organisation on Monday (October 11) at the auditorium of Income Tax House Karachi.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Business Recorder Resident Editor grieved

Business Recorder Resident Editor grieved

Mubarka Tariq (58), sister of Resident Editor, daily Business Recorder, Lahore, Saida Fazal, died on Friday night here at a private hospital.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Punjab government's efforts for minorities' rights hailed

Punjab government's efforts for minorities' rights hailed

Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi, in a meeting with Ismail Tillwadi Governor of Xinjiang province of China here on Saturday, said that relations between China and Pakistan were time-tested and an example for others to follow.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Proposal to declare Lahore & Leeds as twin cities floated

Proposal to declare Lahore & Leeds as twin cities floated

Leader of the UK Trade Delegation Mohammad Arshad Chaudhry has floated the proposal of declaring UK City Leeds and Lahore as twin cities, apart from developing a contact liaison between the Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) and Chambers in Leed
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
LHC issues stay order in land case

LHC issues stay order in land case

The Lahore High Court while issuing stay order directed the respondent government officials not to disturb petitioners Allah Ditta and others of Head Marala and abstain them from causing damage to their crops.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Zaka lauds President and Prime Minister

Zaka lauds President and Prime Minister

Chairman Pakistan Sugar Mills Association, Chaudhry Zaka Ashraf has welcomed the announcement by the President Pervez Musharraf and Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz regarding continuity of economic policies and creation of environment conducive to investment.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Ulema urged to forge unity

Ulema urged to forge unity

Punjab Minister for Auqaf Sahibzada Saeed ul Hasan Shah in a meeting of religious scholars held here on Saturday has criticised those elements that were creating differences between Ummah in the country.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Chinese team visits historical places

Chinese team visits historical places

The Governor of Xingjiang province, Peoples Republic of China, Ismail Tilwaldi along with a 20-member delegation on Saturday visited various historical places in the city, Mazar-e-Iqbal, Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort and museum.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Shaukat saves national economy: Piaf

Shaukat saves national economy: Piaf

Pakistan Industrial & Traders Associations Front (Piaf) has said that the Prime Minister has saved national economy from an unbearable burden by not increasing the prices of petroleum products despite unprecedented surge in international market.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Picic lauded for its activities

Picic lauded for its activities

Federal Railways Minister Shamim Haider has lauded Pakistan Industrial Credit and Investment Corporation Limited (Picic) for indulging in activities like education as it was in the process of launching a full-fledged University of Financial and Management
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Sarhad Chamber chief vows to protect businessmen's interest

Sarhad Chamber chief vows to protect businessmen's interest

The Businessman Forum Leader and former FPCCI president Senator Ilyas Ahmad Bilour has said the presidentship of the Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has been given to competent persons to protect the interest of business community and resol
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Pakistani troops off to Sierra Leone

Pakistani troops off to Sierra Leone

A major component of Pakistani troops left for Sierra Leone on Saturday to perform peacekeeping duties under the aegis of United Nations Mission.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
UPU flag hoisted

UPU flag hoisted

Federal Minister for Communication, Muhammad Shamim Siddiqui, on Saturday hoisted the Universal Postal Union (UPU) flag at ceremony held at Postal Recruitment and Training Centre, Karachi.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Illegal market body check-posts to be removed

Illegal market body check-posts to be removed

The management of agriculture produce market has been directed that all illegal market committee check-posts established on main roads of the district should be immediately removed as this practice is not part of the agreement between the market committee
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Khyber Bank to become largest Islamic bank soon: managing director

Khyber Bank to become largest Islamic bank soon: managing director

Managing Director, Bank of Khyber (BoK) Dr Munir Ahmad has said that the bank would shortly be converted into the largest Islamic bank of the country. However, he admitted problems and challenges in this way and urged the officials to be aware of the situ
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Hafeez arrives in UK

Hafeez arrives in UK

Dr Abdul Hafeez Shaikh, Federal Minister for Privatisation and Investment reached on Saturday London to attend two-day Wilton Park Conference on South Asian Regional Economic Cooperation (SAREC) opening from October Monday, says a message received from Lo
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
MAP to invite Indian corporate giants

MAP to invite Indian corporate giants

The Management Association of Pakistan (MAP) is to invite leading Indian corporate giants to address its forum here during 2005.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Women urged to increase business activities

Women urged to increase business activities

Adviser to Prime Minister on Women Development, Nelofar Bakhtiar, has urged the women to increase their social and business activities for improving their status in the society.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
KCCI demands addicts rehabilitation centres in Sessi hospitals

KCCI demands addicts rehabilitation centres in Sessi hospitals

The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has recommended that provincial employees social security institution hospitals should make arrangements to set up rehabilitation centres for drug addicted workers.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
EPB urged to guide exporters on EU tariff from January

EPB urged to guide exporters on EU tariff from January

The Towel Manufacturers Association (TMA) has urged the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) to provide guidance to the apparel and clothing exporters about the status of duty and taxes to be charged on their goods' entry into the European Union (EU) member stat
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
GSP concession: Prgmea's presentation to Schroeder today

GSP concession: Prgmea's presentation to Schroeder today

The Pakistan Readymade Garments Manufacturers and Exporters Association (Prgmea) has been invited to make a presentation on the generalised system of preferences (GSP) to German Chancellor Schroeder at the Pakistan-German Investment and Business Forum to
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Supreme Court cause list for next week

Supreme Court cause list for next week

The five-member Shariat Appellate Bench of the Supreme Court will continue to sit for the second week to clear the big backlog of appeals against Federal Shariat Court decisions.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Leasing out PITHM, PIATHM: ministry directed to prepare feasibility

Leasing out PITHM, PIATHM: ministry directed to prepare feasibility

The senate standing committee has directed the tourism ministry to prepare a comprehensive feasibility report on leasing out the Pakistan Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (PITHM) and the Pakistan Austrian Institute of Training and Hotel Managemen
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
SAI flays KESC's performance

SAI flays KESC's performance

Site Association of Industry (SAI) Chairman M. Nisar Shekhani has flayed the performance of the Karachi Electric Supply Corporation (KESC).
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Petro Bank inaugurated

Petro Bank inaugurated

State Minister for Petroleum and Natural Resources Mir Naseer Mohammad Mengal on Saturday inaugurated the Petro Bank at the closing session of two-day annual technical conference on the petroleum sector held here.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Vested groups set off over FPCCI election schedule

Vested groups set off over FPCCI election schedule

Vested groups have come into action following the election announcement schedule by the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) to elect its managing committee and the office-bearers for the two-year term ie 2005-2006.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
'No bird flu in Pakistan'

'No bird flu in Pakistan'

Minister of State for Poultry, Livestock and Agriculture Muhammad Ali Malkani denied presence of Bird Flu virus in Pakistan and said there was no need of concern among general public about the dreaded virus.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
ZRG to set up call centre for Prime Bank

ZRG to set up call centre for Prime Bank

ZRG International call centre solution company has acquired contract for setting up customer support and tele-banking services of the Prime Commercial Bank (PCB).
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Directive for lawyers

Directive for lawyers

The Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court, Justice Iftikhar Hussain has asked the lawyers, appearing before the august court to wear gowns from November 1. The lawyers usually wear gowns during the winter season, while in summer, they appeared in black t
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Chinese hostages to be recovered soon: Rashid

Chinese hostages to be recovered soon: Rashid

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Sheikh Rashid Ahmed on Saturday expressed the hope that the two kidnapped Chinese engineers will soon be recovered safely.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Chinese delegation visits EPB

Chinese delegation visits EPB

A 20-members Chinese delegation led by Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Governor Ismail Tillwaldi visited Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) and held meeting with its Vice Chairman Abid Javed Akbar.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
SCBA slams presenting bill in National Assembly on uniform

SCBA slams presenting bill in National Assembly on uniform

The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has condemned the move regarding submission of a bill in the National Assembly to enable President Pervez Musharraf to retain the army chief slot beyond December 31, 2004.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Saudi defence team due today

Saudi defence team due today

A 40-member Saudi defence delegation led by Assistant Minister of Defence for Military Affairs Prince Khalid bin Sultan bin Abdul Aziz will arrive on Sunday on a five-day visit.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
'World recognises democratic character of Pakistan'

'World recognises democratic character of Pakistan'

Speaker National Assembly. Chaudhry Amir Hussain on Saturday said the world has fully recognised democratic character of Pakistan and its role in the war against terrorism.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
LHCBA member's plea to Cabinet Division

LHCBA member's plea to Cabinet Division

A member of the Lahore High Court Bar Association (LHCBA) has sent a letter to Cabinet Division, requesting that his letter may be placed before the National Assembly to offer prayers for those being murdered in Kashmir, Palestine and Afghanistan. M.D. Ta
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Drive to enhance awareness about agri production

Drive to enhance awareness about agri production

To achieve food security in the country a special campaign is being launched from October 11, to enhance awareness about better production among the farming community.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
LCCI chief woos UK expatriates to invest in Pakistan

LCCI chief woos UK expatriates to invest in Pakistan

LCCI President Mian Misbah-ur-Rehman has said the investment climate in Pakistan is very conducive and British Pakistanis should avail the opportunities to reap the benefits being offered by the present government.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Sketches of Multan car blast suspects released

Sketches of Multan car blast suspects released

Police have issued likely sketches of the culprits responsible for Thursday's car bomb blast killing 40 people and injuring 100, of whom 56 were still in hospital on Saturday.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Railways to be made corporation by July 2005

Railways to be made corporation by July 2005

Federal Railways Minister Mian Shamim Haider has said that Pakistan Railway (PR) would be converted into a state-owned corporation in July 2005, and necessary preparations are underway in this connection. He expressed these views while talking to Busin
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Traffic jam in Clifton area

Traffic jam in Clifton area

There was traffic disorder in the Clifton area specially around the Schon Centre on Saturday afternoon following special security arrangements made for the visit of Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz to the Mohatta Palace Museum.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Automobile demand has greatly risen: Jetro chief

Automobile demand has greatly risen: Jetro chief

Under the present economic recovery, automobile demand has registered a sharp increase in Pakistan. Production of four wheelers has increased to 1,00,000 units while of two wheelers to 3,00,000, which is 50 percent growth over the previous year.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
FPCCI panel chief contradicts news item

FPCCI panel chief contradicts news item

Former President Pakistan Film Producers Association and Chairman Federation Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FPCCI) standing committee, Shaukat Zaman has contradicted the news item "Govt takes action against APGMJA" published on October 5, an
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Broadband policy for fast-paced Internet opening soon: Awais

Broadband policy for fast-paced Internet opening soon: Awais

Federal Minister for Information Technology Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari said the government is in final stages of introducing a broadband policy, which would bring a fast-paced Internet opening, not feasible on slow moving internet connections.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
ARD not to invite MMA in tomorrow's RTC

ARD not to invite MMA in tomorrow's RTC

Alliance for Restoration of Democracy (ARD) has decided not to invite Muttahida Majlis-i-Amal (MMA) in its round table conference being held here on October 11.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Lieutenant General Akram made FJF MD

Lieutenant General Akram made FJF MD

Lieutenant General Muhammad Akram (Retd), who retired from service as Corps Commander Multan on Thursday, has been appointed as Fauji-Jordan Fertilisers (FJF) company managing-director with effect from December 1.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
President in uniform: ARD-MMA division may benefit rulers

President in uniform: ARD-MMA division may benefit rulers

Opposition's somewhat muted reaction to the introduction of the bill on Friday, providing constitutional cover to President Musharraf to continue holding both offices, has raised many questions, which only time may answer.
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
JCSC chairman and VCOAS call on Prime Minister

JCSC chairman and VCOAS call on Prime Minister

Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (JCSC) General Ehsanul Haq and Vice Chief of Army Staff (VCOAS) General Ahsan Saleem Hyat called on Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz at the Prime Minister House separately on Saturday and discussed with him professional
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
UNSC condemns Multan blast

UNSC condemns Multan blast

The members of the UN Security Council on Friday "strongly condemned" the recent terrorist attacks in different parts of the world, in which many lives were lost and injuries were caused. A press statement issued by Security Council President, Emyr Jones
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
UNSC condemns Multan blast

UNSC condemns Multan blast

The members of the UN Security Council on Friday "strongly condemned" the recent terrorist attacks in different parts of the world, in which many lives were lost and injuries were caused. A press statement issued by Security Council President, Emyr Jones
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
Indo-Pak ties making steady progress: Natwar

Indo-Pak ties making steady progress: Natwar

Observing that there is steady progress in Indo-Pak relations, Indian External Affairs Minister Natwar Singh on Saturday said India is committed to moving ahead with the composite dialogue. He stated this while delivering his inaugural address at the two-
Published 10 Oct, 2004 12:00am
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