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Pakistan Pavilion Opens at Middle East Energy 2025

The Pakistan Pavilion was officially inaugurated at the 49th edition of Middle East Energy 2025, taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from April 7 to 9, 2025. The event is recognized as one of the premier energy exhibitions in the region, attracting over 40,000 energy professionals and 1,600 international exhibitors. The inauguration ceremony was led by Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, who emphasized the importance of this event for showcasing Pakistan's capabilities in the energy sector. During the inauguration, Ambassador Tirmizi expressed pride in the participation of eight leading Pakistani companies under the umbrella of the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP). These companies are showcasing innovations across five key energy transition sectors: Smart Solutions, Clean & Renewable Energy, Backup Generators & Critical Power, Transmission & Distribution, and Energy Consumption & Management. This diver...
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PTI Suspends Sher Afzal Marwat for Violating Party Discipline

 

On August 3, 2024, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) suspended the membership of Sher Afzal Marwat, a prominent party leader, for multiple violations of party discipline. This decision was made during a meeting between PTI's top leadership and party chairman Imran Khan, who is currently detained in Adiala Jail. Marwat's suspension follows his repeated public criticisms of party leaders and alleged derogatory remarks about Khan himself.


Marwat had previously been removed from the PTI's core and political committees in May, due to his controversial statements. One of the notable incidents involved his claim that Saudi Arabia and the United States were complicit in the removal of Imran Khan from the prime minister's position. The party distanced itself from these remarks, emphasizing that they were Marwat's personal views, and issued a show-cause notice to him. Marwat's response to the notice was deemed unsatisfactory, leading to his expulsion.


Additionally, Marwat had publicly expressed dissatisfaction over not being appointed as the chairman of the Public Accounts Committee, further straining his relationship with the party leadership. His outspoken nature and refusal to adhere to party lines were key factors in the decision to suspend his membership.


This internal action highlights the PTI's efforts to maintain discipline within its ranks during a challenging period, as it deals with both internal dissent and external political pressures.

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