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Zardari takes oath as 14th president of Pakistan

STORY: Zardari takes oath as 14th president of Pakistan SHOOTING TIME: March 10, 2024 DATELINE: March 11, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:53 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Zardari taking oath as 14th president of Pakistan STORYLINE: Asif Ali Zardari took oath as the 14th president of Pakistan during a ceremony held at the President's House on Sunday, according to a statement from the President's Office. Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa administered the oath of office to the newly-elected president at the ceremony attended by the outgoing President Arif Alvi, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, chiefs of the armed forces, politicians and foreign dignitaries. Earlier on Saturday, Zardari, co-chairperson of the Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians, won the election by taking 411 against 181 votes from all the electoral colleges, including the parliament and four provincial assemblies, the Election Commission of Pakistan said. Ruling coalition candidate Zardari received 255 votes in

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Shahbaz Sharif takes oath as 24th prime minister of Pakistan

STORY: Shahbaz Sharif takes oath as 24th prime minister of Pakistan SHOOTING TIME: March 4, 2024 DATELINE: March 5, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:04 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the oath taking ceremony STORYLINE: Shahbaz Sharif took the oath as the 24th elected prime minister of Pakistan during a ceremony held at the President's House on Monday afternoon, according to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office. President Arif Alvi administered the oath of office to the newly-elected prime minister at the ceremony attended by the outgoing caretaker Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar, Chairman of Senate Sadiq Sanjrani, chief of the army, politicians and ambassadors. Earlier on Sunday, Sharif, president of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, got 201 votes against 92 in the 336-member National Assembly, or the lower house of parliament, during an election for the post. Sharif came to power after his party formed an alliance with Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians, the Muttahida Q

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Foreign leaders, heads of int'l organizations extend best wishes for Chinese New Year of Dragon

STORY: Foreign leaders, heads of int'l organizations extend best wishes for Chinese New Year of Dragon SHOOTING TIME: Recent footage DATELINE: Feb. 12, 2024 LENGTH: 0:03:18 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of festive activities 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ANTONIO GUTERRES, UN Secretary-General 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): KRISTALINA GEORGIEVA, Managing Director of International Monetary Fund (IMF) 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): NGOZI OKONJO-IWEALA, World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General 5. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): FATIH BIROL, Executive Director of the International Energy Agency (IEA) 6. SOUNDBITE 5 (English): DAVID ADEANG, Nauruan President 7. SOUNDBITE 6 (English): MOHAMED MUIZZU, Maldivian President 8. SOUNDBITE 7 (English): ARIF ALVI, Pakistani President 9. SOUNDBITE 8 (English): Vanuatu's President Nikenike Vurobaravu and his wife 10. SOUNDBITE 9 (English): NIKOS CHRISTODOULIDES, Cyprus President 11. SOUNDBITE 10 (English): WILIAME KATONIVERE, Fijian President 12. SOUNDBITE 11 (Eng

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-CHINA-PAKISTANI PRESIDENT-INTERVIEW

(240210) -- ISLAMABAD, Feb. 10, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Pakistani President Arif Alvi speaks during an interview with Chinese media in Islamabad, Pakistan, Feb. 7, 2024. Pakistan-China friendship is rooted in the people, and the spirit of peace and cooperation demonstrated by the iron-clad bilateral relations provides a stabilizing force in the changing world, Pakistani President Arif Alvi has said. TO GO WITH "Interview: Pakistan-China ties stabilizer in constantly changing world, says Pakistani president" (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal)

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Pakistan-China ties stabilizer in constantly changing world: Pakistani president

STORY: Pakistan-China ties stabilizer in constantly changing world: Pakistani president SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 7, 2024/file DATELINE: Feb. 9, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:46 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Pakistan 2. various of the interview 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ARIF ALVI, Pakistani President 4. various of the interview 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ARIF ALVI, Pakistani President 6. various of the CPEC projects (file) 7. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): ARIF ALVI, Pakistani President STORYLINE: Pakistan-China friendship is rooted in the people, and the spirit of peace and cooperation demonstrated by the iron-clad bilateral relations provides a stabilizing force in the changing world, Pakistani President Arif Alvi has said. The two countries always support each other's efforts to safeguard their respective core interests, and their deepening bond serves as a good example for the world, said the president in a recent interview with Chinese media. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ARIF ALVI, Pakistani Presid

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-PRESIDENT-CHINA-QIN GANG-MEETING

(230505) -- ISLAMABAD, May 5, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Pakistani President Arif Alvi (R) meets with Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang in Islamabad, Pakistan, on May 5, 2023. (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal)

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Pakistan successfully conducts flight test of Fatah-II missile

STORY: Pakistan successfully conducts flight test of Fatah-II missile SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 27, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 28, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:13 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: MILITARY SHOTLIST: 1. various of scenes of flight test of Fatah-II missile STORYLINE: Pakistan on Wednesday conducted a successful flight test of the Fatah-II missile, which has a range of 400 kilometers, said the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The ISPR, the media wing of the Pakistan Army, said that the missile is equipped with state-of-the-art avionics, a sophisticated navigation system and a unique flight trajectory. The ISPR added that the weapon system is capable of engaging targets with high precision up to a range of 400 kilometers. Pakistani President Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar congratulated participating troops and scientists on the successful conduct of the flight test. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Islamabad. (XHTV)

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Pakistan's caretaker prime minister takes oath

STORY: Pakistan's caretaker prime minister takes oath DATELINE: Aug. 15, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:48 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the oath-taking ceremony 2. various of exterior of the Aiwan-e-Sadr presidential palace STORYLINE: Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Monday took oath as the prime minister of Pakistan's caretaker government, according to state-run Pakistan Television. President Arif Alvi administered the oath of office in a ceremony held at the Aiwan-e-Sadr presidential palace in the federal capital Islamabad. The ceremony was attended by former Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, his cabinet members, governors and provincial chief ministers, senators, political leaders, diplomats and high civil and military officials. Earlier on Sunday, the outgoing prime minister in his farewell address to the nation expressed confidence the newly appointed caretaker prime minister would ensure free, fair and transparent elections in the country. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from

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Pakistani president approves appointment of Senator Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar as caretaker prime minister

STORY: Pakistani president approves appointment of Senator Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar as caretaker prime minister DATELINE: Aug. 13, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:51 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of government buildings in Islamabad 2. various of Islamabad 3. various of government buildings in Islamabad STORYLINE: Pakistani President Arif Alvi on Saturday approved the appointment of Senator Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar as the caretaker prime minister, said a statement from the President House Media Wing. The president has given the approval in terms of Article 224(1A) of the Constitution of Pakistan, according to the statement. Earlier, Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, after detailed consultations with the leader of the opposition in the National Assembly, or the lower house of the parliament, Raja Riaz, forwarded a summary to this effect to the president for approval, according to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office. Kakar has been a member of the Senate of Pakistan since March 2018

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Pakistani president approves dissolution of National Assembly for elections

STORY: Pakistani president approves dissolution of National Assembly for elections DATELINE: Aug. 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:51 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of government buildings in Islamabad 2. various of Islamabad STORYLINE: Pakistani President Arif Alvi has approved the country's prime minister's advice to dissolve the National Assembly or the lower house of the parliament, said a statement from the President House Media Wing. According to the statement released late Wednesday, the president had approved the summary sent by Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, adding that the president dissolved the assembly in terms of Article 58(1) of the Constitution of Pakistan. Earlier, Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Murtaza Javed Abbasi told Xinhua that the prime minister had sent advice to the president to dissolve the assembly, three days ahead of the completion of its five-year term on Aug. 12. The dissolution of the National Assembly, which elects the federal government, will caus

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-CHINA-HE LIFENG-CPEC-ANNIVERSARY-CELEBRATION

(230801) -- ISLAMABAD, Aug. 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Pakistani President Arif Alvi meets with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng (C), the special representative of Chinese President Xi Jinping, in Islamabad, Pakistan, July 31, 2023. He on Monday attended the Decade of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) celebration event in the Pakistani capital, during which he read President Xi's congratulatory letter and delivered a speech. (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal)

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-AFGHAN-REFUGEES

(230620) -- ISLAMABAD, June 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A boy plays with a tire at a refugee camp on World Refugee Day in Islamabad, Pakistan on June 20, 2023. Pakistani President Arif Alvi said that his country continued to host one of the largest refugee populations in the world, showing Pakistan's unwavering resolve and commitment to the welfare and voluntary repatriation of refugees. In his message on the occasion of World Refugee Day being observed on Tuesday, Alvi said that "on the day, we are reminded of the immense contributions of the government and people of Pakistan in hosting millions of Afghan refugees over the past four decades." (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal)

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-AFGHAN-REFUGEES

(230620) -- ISLAMABAD, June 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Boys play with tires at a refugee camp on World Refugee Day in Islamabad, Pakistan on June 20, 2023. Pakistani President Arif Alvi said that his country continued to host one of the largest refugee populations in the world, showing Pakistan's unwavering resolve and commitment to the welfare and voluntary repatriation of refugees. In his message on the occasion of World Refugee Day being observed on Tuesday, Alvi said that "on the day, we are reminded of the immense contributions of the government and people of Pakistan in hosting millions of Afghan refugees over the past four decades." (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal)

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-AFGHAN-REFUGEES

(230620) -- ISLAMABAD, June 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A boy plays with a tire at a refugee camp on World Refugee Day in Islamabad, Pakistan on June 20, 2023. Pakistani President Arif Alvi said that his country continued to host one of the largest refugee populations in the world, showing Pakistan's unwavering resolve and commitment to the welfare and voluntary repatriation of refugees. In his message on the occasion of World Refugee Day being observed on Tuesday, Alvi said that "on the day, we are reminded of the immense contributions of the government and people of Pakistan in hosting millions of Afghan refugees over the past four decades." (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal)

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-AFGHAN-REFUGEES

(230620) -- ISLAMABAD, June 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A girl is seen at a refugee camp on World Refugee Day in Islamabad, Pakistan on June 20, 2023. Pakistani President Arif Alvi said that his country continued to host one of the largest refugee populations in the world, showing Pakistan's unwavering resolve and commitment to the welfare and voluntary repatriation of refugees. In his message on the occasion of World Refugee Day being observed on Tuesday, Alvi said that "on the day, we are reminded of the immense contributions of the government and people of Pakistan in hosting millions of Afghan refugees over the past four decades." (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal)

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-PRESIDENT-CHINA-QIN GANG-MEETING

(230505) -- ISLAMABAD, May 5, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Pakistani President Arif Alvi (R) meets with Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang in Islamabad, Pakistan, on May 5, 2023. (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal)

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Chinese New Year greetings from political leaders

STORY: Chinese New Year greetings from political leaders DATELINE: Jan. 22, 2023 LENGTH: 00:04:22 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: POLITICS/CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): EMMERSON MNANGAGWA, President of Zimbabwe 2. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ARIF ALVI, Pakistani President 3. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): RANIL WICKREMESINGHE, Sri Lankan President 4. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): NICOS ANASTASIADES, Cypriot President 5. SOUNDBITE 5 (English): ISHMAEL KALSAKAU, Vanuatu Prime Minister 6. SOUNDBITE 6 (French): LUCIE MILEBOU-AUBUSSON, President of Gabonese Senate 7. SOUNDBITE 7 (English): DINESH GUNAWARDENA, Sri Lankan Prime Minister 8. SOUNDBITE 8 (Russian): OLGA LYUBIMOVA, Russian Culture Minister 9. SOUNDBITE 9 (Spanish): YEIDCKOL POLEVNSKY, Mexican Congresswoman 10. SOUNDBITE 10 (Spanish): MARIO MOCCIA, President of the Argentine Olympic Committee 11. SOUNDBITE 11 (English): FREDERIC FUSSENICH, CEO of Mount Rigi Railways, Swiss tourism practitioner STORYLINE: SOUNDBITE 1 (English): EMMERSON MNANGAGWA, President of Z

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Pakistan-China cooperation crucial for regional peace, prosperity: Pakistani president

STORY: Pakistan-China cooperation crucial for regional peace, prosperity: Pakistani president DATELINE: Jan. 18, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:16 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various footage about Pakistan-China cooperation 2. various of the interview 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ARIF ALVI, Pakistani President 4. various of BRI projects 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ARIF ALVI, Pakistani President STORYLINE: Pakistani President Arif Alvi said that enhanced cooperation between Pakistan and China under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is crucial for regional peace, development and prosperity, during a recent interview with Chinese media. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ARIF ALVI, Pakistani President "I think that's (BRI) a very outstanding concept, which has been picked up and will lead to regional peace and development, development leads to peace also. So, I believe in that context, it is an important level of cooperation." The year 2023 marks the 10th anniversary of the BRI, as well as the 10th year of the

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-PRESIDENT-INTERVIEW

(230118) -- ISLAMABAD, Jan. 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Pakistani President Arif Alvi (1st R) speaks during an interview with Chinese media in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan, Jan. 10, 2023. TO GO WITH "Interview: Pakistan-China cooperation crucial for regional peace, prosperity, says Pakistani president" (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal)

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Asim Munir takes charge as 17th army chief of Pakistan

STORY: Asim Munir takes charge as 17th army chief of Pakistan DATELINE: Nov. 30, 2022 LENGTH: 0:01:38 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: MILITARY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the ceremony STORYLINE: General Asim Munir on Tuesday took charge as the 17th army chief of Pakistan in a ceremony held in the military's general headquarters in Rawalpindi in the country's eastern Punjab province. The outgoing army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa handed over the baton of command to Munir in the ceremony witnessed by senior civil and military officers, diplomats and public officeholders. Addressing the ceremony, Bajwa, who remained in the office for six years, hoped that the appointment of Munir would prove to be positive for both the country and the army. Munir was appointed as the chief of army staff of the country on Thursday when President Arif Alvi approved Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif's recommendation to select him for the office. He will remain army chief for a term of three years, as per the country's constitution.

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PAKISTAN-LAHORE-WORLD TOURISM DAY

(220927) -- LAHORE (PAKISTAN), Sept. 27, 2022 (Xinhua) -- People visit a museum on World Tourism Day in Lahore, Pakistan, on Sept. 27, 2022. Pakistani President Arif Alvi said on Tuesday that the tourism sector played a vital role in the country's economic development and is an integral source of income for the people as well as relevant to the improvement of civic facilities in the far-flung areas of Pakistan. (Photo by Sajjad/Xinhua)

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PAKISTAN-LAHORE-WORLD TOURISM DAY

(220927) -- LAHORE (PAKISTAN), Sept. 27, 2022 (Xinhua) -- People visit a museum on World Tourism Day in Lahore, Pakistan, on Sept. 27, 2022. Pakistani President Arif Alvi said on Tuesday that the tourism sector played a vital role in the country's economic development and is an integral source of income for the people as well as relevant to the improvement of civic facilities in the far-flung areas of Pakistan. (Photo by Sajjad/Xinhua)

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PAKISTAN-LAHORE-WORLD TOURISM DAY

(220927) -- LAHORE (PAKISTAN), Sept. 27, 2022 (Xinhua) -- People visit a museum on World Tourism Day in Lahore, Pakistan, on Sept. 27, 2022. Pakistani President Arif Alvi said on Tuesday that the tourism sector played a vital role in the country's economic development and is an integral source of income for the people as well as relevant to the improvement of civic facilities in the far-flung areas of Pakistan. (Photo by Sajjad/Xinhua)

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PAKISTAN-LAHORE-CHILD LABOR

(220613) -- LAHORE, June 13, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Boys work at a vegetable cart on the World Day Against Child Labor in Lahore, Pakistan on June 12, 2022. Pakistani President Arif Alvi said on Sunday that his country is committed to its international obligations toward the prevention of child labor. TO GO WITH "Pakistan committed to int'l obligations towards prevention of child labor: president" (Photo by Sajjad/Xinhua)

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PAKISTAN-LAHORE-CHILD LABOR

(220613) -- LAHORE, June 13, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Boys work in a bakery on the World Day Against Child Labor in Lahore, Pakistan on June 12, 2022. Pakistani President Arif Alvi said on Sunday that his country is committed to its international obligations toward the prevention of child labor. TO GO WITH "Pakistan committed to int'l obligations towards prevention of child labor: president" (Photo by Sajjad/Xinhua)

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Pakistan to continue advancing ties with China after Karachi attack, says president

STORY: Pakistan to continue advancing ties with China after Karachi attack, says president DATELINE: May 1, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:47 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Pakistani President Arif Alvi visiting Chinese Embassy 2. SOUNDBITE (English): ARIF ALVI, Pakistani President 3. various of the bombing site STORYLINE: Pakistan will thwart any attempt to undermine its relations with China, Pakistani President Arif Alvi said in Islamabad on Saturday, after a terrorist attack killed three Chinese nationals in Karachi earlier this week. A shuttle passenger van of the Confucius Institute at the University of Karachi was attacked on Tuesday, which left three Chinese teachers killed. During his visit to the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad, the president expressed condolences to the Chinese side over the deaths of the teachers, and strongly condemned the attack, saying that Pakistan will spare no effort to fight against terrorism and ensure the safety of Chinese citizens and institutions in

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PAKISTAN-PRESIDENT-CONDOLENCES-DEATH-CHINESE NATIONALS

(220501) -- ISLAMABAD, May 1, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Pakistani President Arif Alvi signs a condolence book for the victims of a terrorist attack at the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan, April 30, 2022. A shuttle passenger van of the Confucius Institute at the University of Karachi was attacked on Tuesday, which has left three Chinese teachers killed. (Xinhua/Jiang Chao)

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Shahbaz Sharif takes oath as 23rd prime minister of Pakistan

STORY: Shahbaz Sharif takes oath as 23rd prime minister of Pakistan DATELINE: April 12, 2022 LENGTH: 0:01:02 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1 various of the oath-taking ceremony STORYLINE: Shahbaz Sharif took the oath as the 23rd Prime Minister of Pakistan during a ceremony held at the President House Monday night. Chairman of Pakistan's Senate Sadiq Sanjrani administered the oath of office to the newly-elected prime minister as Pakistani President Arif Alvi "complained of discomfort." During the National Assembly session to conduct the election for the Asian country's new prime minister Monday afternoon, Shahbaz, president of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, won 174 votes in the 342-member house. Shahbaz came to power after former Prime Minister Imran Khan was ousted through a no-confidence motion moved by an opposition alliance. In his maiden address to the National Assembly after being elected as the prime minister, Shahbaz said he is looking forward to having friendly

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Pakistan conducts successful flight test of Shaheen-III ballistic missile: army

STORY: Pakistan conducts successful flight test of Shaheen-III ballistic missile: army DATELINE: April 10, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:31 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: POLITICS/TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the test STORYLINE: Pakistan on Saturday conducted successful flight test of Shaheen-III surface-to-surface ballistic missile, the Pakistani military said. "The test flight was aimed at re-validating various design and technical parameters of the weapon system," a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said. The flight test was witnessed by Director General of Strategic Plans Division Lt. Gen. Nadeem Zaki Manj, other senior military officials, scientists and engineers of strategic organizations of the country, the statement added. President Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Imran Khan and other officials congratulated the scientists and engineers on the successful conduct of the test, according to the ISPR. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Islamabad. (XHTV)

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GLOBALink | Pakistani apex court declares dissolution of national assembly unconstitutional

STORY: GLOBALink | Pakistani apex court declares dissolution of national assembly unconstitutional DATELINE: April 8, 2022 LENGTH: 0:01:45 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. STANDUP (English): ALI JASWAL, Xinhua reporter STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): ALI JASWAL, Xinhua reporter "Behind me is the Supreme Court of Pakistan, which on Thursday declared Pakistani President Arif Alvi's decision to dissolve the National Assembly contrary to the Constitution and restored the government. The apex court also ordered the assembly to summon a session to vote on a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Imran Khan. The verdict came after the National Assembly rejected the opposition alliance's no-confidence motion against the prime minister on Sunday, and declared it against the country's Constitution. In a short verdict, the Supreme Court said that Khan's advice to the president to dissolve the National Assembly was contrary to the Constitution of Pakistan and has no legal effect. Ordering the res

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-SUPREME COURT-VERDICT

(220407) -- ISLAMABAD, April 7, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Policemen stand guard outside the Supreme Court building in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan, on April 7, 2022. The Pakistani Supreme Court on Thursday declared Pakistani President Arif Alvi's decision to dissolve the National Assembly contrary to the Constitution and restored the government. (Str/Xinhua)

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-SUPREME COURT-VERDICT

(220407) -- ISLAMABAD, April 7, 2022 (Xinhua) -- People gather outside the Supreme Court building in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan, on April 7, 2022. The Pakistani Supreme Court on Thursday declared Pakistani President Arif Alvi's decision to dissolve the National Assembly contrary to the Constitution and restored the government. (Str/Xinhua)

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Pakistani president dissolves national assembly at PM's request

STORY: Pakistani president dissolves national assembly at PM's request DATELINE: April 4, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:42 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. STANDUP (English): ALI JASWAL, Xinhua reporter 2. various of traffic, the presidency, and National Assembly STORYLINE: Pakistani President Arif Alvi on Sunday dissolved the country's National Assembly, or the lower house of the parliament, on the advice of Prime Minister Imran Khan after a motion of no-confidence by joint opposition against Khan was declared unconstitutional. STANDUP (English): ALI JASWAL, Xinhua reporter "Pakistani President Arif Alvi dissolved Sunday the National Assembly at the request of the country's prime minister, according to a statement from the president's secretariat. The statement said that the president of Pakistan has approved the advice of the prime minister of Pakistan to dissolve the National Assembly under Article 58 (1) read with Article 48 (1) of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. Earlier

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-NATIONAL ASSEMBLY

(220403) -- ISLAMABAD, April 3, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Security personnel stand guard outside the National Assembly building in Islamabad, Pakistan, April 3, 2022. Pakistani President Arif Alvi dissolved Sunday the National Assembly at the request of the country's prime minister, said a statement from the president's secretariat. (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal)

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-PRESIDENT-CHINA-WANG YI-MEETING

(220323) -- ISLAMABAD, March 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Pakistani President Arif Alvi (R) meets with Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Islamabad, Pakistan, March 22, 2022. (Xinhua/Jiang Chao)

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PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-PAKISTAN DAY-MILITARY PARADE

(220323) -- ISLAMABAD, March 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Pakistani President Arif Alvi speaks during the Pakistan Day military parade in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan on March 23, 2022. Pakistan Day, also known as the Pakistan Resolution Day or Republic Day, is celebrated annually on March 23. (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal)

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Brick Factories Flooded Due To Heavy Rains - Bangladesh

Aerial view of a Chimney from local Brick Factory flooded by monsoon rains near Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hundreds of brick factories appear to have nearly disappeared under water following severe flooding. The buildings were covered with water due heavy rains during entire monsoon season. Workers were able to save thousands of bricks - but many were lost to the 20 ft deep floodwater. On September 16, 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo by Mustasinur Rahman Alvi/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM