Pakistan Ulusal Savunma Üniversitesi’nin BİLGESAM Ziyareti - 29 Nisan 2015

Pakistan Ulusal Savunma Üniversitesi’nden (NDU) 16 kişilik üst düzey bir heyet, 29 Nisan 2015 tarihinde Bilge Adamlar Stratejik Araştırmalar Merkezi’ni (BİLGESAM) ziyaret etmiştir. Programda Bilge Adamlar Kurulu Başkanı Oramiral (E) Salim Dervişoğlu, Bilge Adamlar Kurulu Üyesi Büyükelçi (E) Oğuz Çelikkol, BİLGESAM Başkanı Doç. Dr. Atilla Sandıklı ve Prof. Dr. Nurşin Ateşoğlu Güney yer almıştır. Program BİLGESAM’ın yapısı ve faaliyetlerinin anlatıldığı bir sunum ile başlamış, ardından Pakistan heyeti ülkelerinin ekonomisi, siyaseti ve terörle mücadelesi hakkında kısa bir sunum yapmıştır. Sonrasında karşılıklı soru-cevap şeklinde devam eden programda; Irak ve Suriye başta olmak üzere bölgesel gelişmeler, IŞİD ve bu örgütün Orta Doğu’ya etkisi, Pakistan ve Türkiye tecrübeleri ışığında terörle mücadele konularına değinilmiştir. Ayrıca Çin’in Pakistan ve Hindistan arasındaki gerilimde oynadığı rol ve bölgesel etkinliği tartışılmıştır. Ziyaret heyetlerin karşılıklı hediyelerini sunmalarıyla sona ermiştir.

Courtesy: BILGESAM

President of Pakistan Concludes Turkey Visit

ISTANBUL, 26 April 2015: The President of Pakistan, Mr. Mamnoon Hussain, concluded his official visit to Turkey undertaken from 22-26 April at the invitation of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogon. The President represented Pakistan at the Centenary Anniversary of Canakkale Sea and Land Battles, which took place during the First World War. On the sidelines of the commemoration ceremonies, the President interacted with other participating world leaders.

President Mamnoon Hussain arrived in Istanbul on 22 April and was received at Ataturk International Airport by Mr. Kenan Ipek, Turkish Minister for Justice, Governor Istanbul Mr. Vasip Şahin, Ambassador of Pakistan Mr. Sohail Mahmood and senior officials of the Turkish Government and members of the Pakistan Embassy.

On 23 April, President Mamnoon Hussain attended the High Level Segment of the Peace Summit, chaired by Turkish Prime Minister Prof. Dr. Ahmet Davutoğlu and addressed by the Prime Ministers of Australia and New Zealand and President of Iraq. The President also had interaction with President Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the Prince of Wales Prince Charles and other world leaders on the sidelines of other events related to the Peace Summit. The President and the First Lady also attended the dinner hosted by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Mrs. Emine Erdogan in honour of the participating leaders.

President Mamnoon Hussain had bilateral meeting with the President of the Republic of Albania, Mr. Bujar Nishani, on 23 April 2015. The President underscored Pakistan’s desire to strengthen relations with Albania in the economic, trade and cultural fields. The President stated that high level contacts were necessary for maintaining and expanding friendly cooperation between Pakistan and Albania. He stressed the need for exchange of parliamentary visits and close cooperation at the level of Parliamentary Friendship Groups in both countries. The President called for exploring ways and means to further expand commercial ties, including through greater interaction between the Chambers of Commerce of the two countries. He also offered collaboration in human resource development including higher education and training.

President Bujar Nishani said that the people of Albania considered Pakistan as a sincere friend. Echoing the same sentiments, he said that Albania desired expansion of bilateral relations with Pakistan.  He said that Pakistan could take advantage from Albania’s expertise in textile, tourism, mining, energy and agriculture sectors. President of Albania also extended invitation to the President to visit Albania. President Mamnoon Hussain also invited the Albanian President to visit Pakistan.

On 24^th April, the President alongwith other world leaders visited Canakkale, the venue of epic land and sea battles over 100 years ago. He offered prayers and laid floral wreath at the Mehmeçik Memorial (Turkish War Soldiers) and at the Cape Helles during the Commonwealth Commemoration Ceremony. Later the President joined other leaders at dinner hosted by the Turkish President.

During his stay at Canakkale, the President held a meeting with President of Turkmenistan Mr. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The President felicitated the Turkmenistan President on the 20^th Anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Declaration of Neutrality and reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for this initiative. On the bilateral plane, the President underscored the need for timely completion of Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project.  The President underlined the importance of direct transportation links for the enhancement of bilateral trade and commercial ties. The President stated that improved rail and road connectivity will not only help in improving bilateral economic relations but will also facilitate Turkmenistan’s access to the sea through Pakistan’s sea ports. The President underlined the need to take effective measures to ensure that economic cooperation is at par with the political relations between the two countries.

The President said that both counties could enter into mutually beneficial joint ventures in areas like information technology, telecommunications, banking and construction.  The President proposed that trade facilitation bodies and Chambers of Commerce & Industry of both countries be enabled to create linkages and synergies to further bilateral economic cooperation. The President noted that since both countries possess rich experience in agriculture and agro-based industry including textile and food processing, they can mutually benefit from each other’s expertise in these fields.

President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov thanked Pakistan for its consistent support for the Declaration of Neutrality and reiterated his invitation to the President to participate in the 20^th anniversary celebrations in Turkmenistan later this year. He also expressed the desire to strengthen bilateral trade, commercial and transportation links. He further updated the President on the progress being made in the context of TAPI. Both sides agreed on stepped-up measures for fast track realization of the TAPI project.

Separately, Chairman of the Turkey-Pakistan Friendship Group in Turkish Parliament Mr. Burhan Kayaturk also called on the President in Istanbul. Views were exchanged on strengthening Parliamentary cooperation and bilateral relations in all fields.

President Mamnoon Hussain and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan had a bilateral meeting on 25 April in Istanbul. President Mamnoon Hussain said that Pakistan was making all possible efforts to initiate and peaceful resolution of the Yemen crisis. The President stated that Pakistan’s commitment to Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity has been an important pillar of its foreign policy. President Mamnoon Hussain stressed that economic ties between Pakistan and Turkey should be commensurate with the excellent bilateral political relations. The President stated that a number of Turkish companies had expressed interest in Dasu Dam Project.

Speaking on the occasion, Turkish President said that he had encouraged Turkish companies to invest in infrastructure and construction sectors and the building of dams in Pakistan. The President expressed hope that bilateral cooperation in the areas of defence, security and counter terrorism would continue to grow further.

The President stated that it was an honour to join the Turkish people on the historic occasion of the Centenary Commemoration of the Canakkale Battle. The President stated that Pakistan also pays homage to the brave Turkish soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice thereby paving the way for the eventual establishment of an independent Turkish Republic. On the occasion, Turkish President thanked President Mamnoon Hussain on attending centenary ceremonies. The President also extended an invitation to his Turkish counterpart to visit Pakistan at the earliest convenience.

Upon his departure for Pakistan on 26 April, President Mamnoon Hussain was seen off by Minister for National Education of Turkey Mr. Nabi Avci, local Turkish civil and military dignitaries, and Pakistan’s Ambassador Sohail Mahmood and members of the Pakistan Missions in Turkey.

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Pakistan Ulusal Savunma Üniversitesi ile USAK Yuvarlak Masa Toplantısı Gerçekleştirdi 25-04-2015

Pakistan Ulusal Savunma Üniversitesi (National Defense University - NDU) heyeti ile USAK 25 Nisan 2015 tarihinde, USAK Çalıştay Salonu'nda yuvarlak masa toplantısı gerçekleştirdi. Toplantının konuları arasında Türkiye-Pakistan ilişkileri ile bölgesel sorunların çözümünde Türkiye ve Pakistan'ın sunabileceği katkılar yer aldı. Toplantının moderatörlüğünü USAK Başkan Yardımcısı ve Asya-Pasifik Araştırmaları Merkezi Başkanı Prof. Dr. Selçuk Çolakoğlu ile NDU heyetinden Hava Amiral Manochehr Azad gerçekleştirdi.

Toplantının açılış konuşmasında Pakistan'ın tarihinden, kültüründen, siyasi sisteminden, ekonomisinden ve jeostratejik öneminden bahsedildi. Toplantının ikinci konuşmasında Pakistan'ın terör sorunundan çektiği sıkıntıların kısa bir tarihçesi sunulduktan sonra terör sorununun iç ve dış sebeplerinden bahsedildi. Bununla birlikte Pakistan'ın aşırıcılığı önleme milli planının önemine vurgu yapılarak uluslararası camianın teröre karşı verdiği mücadeleye Pakistan'ın sunduğu katkının kıymetinin altı çizildi.

Soru cevap bölümünde Türkiye'nin Ortadoğu'daki ve özellikle Yemen'deki problemlerin çözümüne bakışı ile P5+1 ülkelerinin nükleer enerji konusunda İran'la vardıkları çerçeve anlaşmanın Ortadoğu bağlamındaki yeri tartışılan konular arasında yer aldı.

Toplantıya USAK'ı temsilen USAK Bilim Kurulu Başkanı Prof.Dr. İhsan Bal, Başkan Yardımcısı ve Asya-Pasifik Araştırmaları Merkezi Başkanı Prof. Dr. Selçuk Çolakoğlu, Başkan Yardımcısı Mehmet Tiraş, Avrasya Araştırmaları Merkezi Başkan Yardımcısı Doç. Dr. Güner Özkan, Enerji Güvenliği Araştırmaları Merkezi Başkanı Hasan Selim Özertem, Avrasya Araştırmaları Merkezi Araştırmacısı Habibe Özdal, Gülay Mutlu ile USAK Araştırma Asistanları Emre Tunç Sakaoğlu ve Furkan Zengin katıldı.
Courtesy: USAK

Pakistani president: Together with Turkey, we can strengthen regional peace by ALI ÜNAL

In his first interview for the Turkish media, Pakistani President Mamnoon Hussain spoke to Daily Sabah and touched upon mutual ties with Turkey and how the two brotherly countries could aid strengthening regional stability and peace.

n How would you evaluate the future of bilateral relations between Pakistan and Turkey? In what direction do you think relations between the two countries will evolve?

Pakistan and Turkey are bound by deep-rooted ties based on religious and cultural affinities and shared history. The love and affection between the peoples of Pakistan and Turkey is unmatched. The two nations share their joys and sorrows and take pride in each other's achievements. We have a spiritual connection exemplified by the poetry of Allama Muhammad Iqbal and Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi.

Both sides are engaged in efforts to transform their cordial relationship into a robust partnership encompassing all fields. The primary focus is on deepening economic interaction and enhancing bilateral trade and investments. The key sectors include energy, infrastructure, transportation, housing, municipal services and agriculture. It has also been decided to commence negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA). I am hopeful that our combined efforts will yield results commensurate with the vision of the leadership in both countries and aspirations of our two peoples.

Turkey and Pakistan are devoting efforts to restore order in Yemen. Do you think these efforts will be successful?Pakistan is concerned with the recent developments in Yemen as it threatens regional stability and the ummah's unity. At the outset, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif undertook a visit to Turkey for consultations with the Turkish leadership. Pakistan and Turkey remain in close contact and continue to work together to help bring the conflict to a quick and peaceful resolution. We have welcomed the announcement by Saudi Arabia to end its air campaign. We hope this will pave the way for efforts to reach a political settlement of the crises.

What other contribution can Turkey and Pakistan provide to regional stability?In the complex and difficult regional environment, as two leading Muslim democracies, Pakistan and Turkey are factors of stability in the broader region. Both countries have similar perspectives on these issues. Close consultations and joint efforts by Turkey and Pakistan can help strengthen regional peace and stability.

What do you think about the Iranian nuclear deal? Do you think that this deal is promising for the future of the region? 

Iran is an important neighbor, with which we have close cooperative relations. Pakistan welcomes the understanding reached between Iran and the P5+1 regarding Iran's nuclear issue. Pakistan has consistently maintained that the Iranian nuclear issue should be resolved peacefully through dialogue. It is our hope that the parties concerned will be able to finalize the comprehensive agreement and its implementation will contribute to stability in the region.

Despite the eye-opening relations, it is possible to say that Pakistan is among the places that Turkish political science and international relations analysts least study. How do you think this situation can be remedied?Pakistan-Turkey relations are very strong at governmental and public levels. The mutual trust and understanding between the two countries is unparalleled in inter-state relations. It is important to have more research and academic studies to highlight the strengths of this unique relationship and to identify further areas of mutual collaboration. The exceptionally strong bonds between Pakistan and Turkey need to be complemented by equally robust cooperation in the fields of research in diverse disciplines.

Are there any other comments you wish to make?It is always a pleasure and privilege to visit Turkey and to interact with the Turkish leadership. This is a particularly important juncture in Turkish history with the 100th anniversary commemoration of the Çanakkale land and sea battles. Like always, Pakistan is in strong solidarity with the Turkish nation at this historical moment as well. I am confident that our fraternal relationship will continue to flourish with each passing day and this glorious tradition of amity and brotherhood will continue to transcend to each succeeding generation in both countries.
Courtesy: Daily Sabah, 24.4.2015
http://www.dailysabah.com/diplomacy/2015/04/23/pakistani-president-together-with-turkey-we-can-strengthen-regional-peace

President of Pakistan arrives in Turkey to represent Pakistan in the 100th anniversary of Çanakkale War

ISTANBUL, 22 April 2015: The President of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain arrived here today on a four days official visit to Turkey. President Mamnoon Hussain was warmly received at the Ataturk International Airport by Mr. Kenan Ipek, Turkish Minister for Justice, Governor Istanbul Mr. Vasip Şahin, Ambassador of Pakistan Mr. Sohail Mahmood and senior officials of the Turkish Government and members of the Pakistan Embassy.

The President of Pakistan shall participate in the Centenary Anniversary of Canakkale Battles which took place during the First World War. This is the second visit of President Mamnoon Hussain to Turkey, the last being in August 2014 to participate in the oath-taking ceremony of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

During his visit, the President will attend a Peace Summit in Istanbul on 23 April, which will be chaired and addressed by the Prime Minister of Turkey, Mr. Ahmet Davutoglu. The President will participate in the Commemorative Ceremonies in Canakkale to honour the soldiers who had fought and sacrificed their lives in the war. During his stay in Istanbul, the President is also expected to meet with the Heads of State of Albania, and Turkmenistan.

Pakistan and Turkey to collaborate in agriculture sector, agro-based industry

ANKARA, 20 April 2015: The Turkish Ministry of of Food, Agriculture and Livestock hosted the 2^nd meeting of the Turkey-Pakistan Agricultural Steering Committee in Ankara.  First Meeting of the Committee" established under the "Protocol on Agricultural Cooperation" signed between Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Livestock of Turkey Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Livestock of Pakistan on 28 July 2004 was held on 2010 in Islamabad.

The meeting was co-chaired by Undersecretary of the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Livestock of Turkey Dr. Nihat Pakdil and Additional Secretary of the National Food Security and Research Ministry of Pakistan Syed Moazzam Ali.

At the inaugural session, Dr. Nihat Pakdil said that Turkey attaches great importance to Pakistan because of excellent historical, political, economic and cultural relations. He expressed the hope that the visit of delegation and signing of the protocol will be turned into concrete action.

Syed Moazzam Ali thanked his hosts for extending warm hospitality. He said cooperation in agriculture sector shall be further improved after 4^th meeting of High Level Strategic Cooperation Council held in February in Islamabad. He added that Pakistan was closely following Turkey’s economic and rural development growth strategy and felt that Pakistan could learn from Turkey’s best practices for agricultural improvement.

Opening session was followed by specific discussions on new collaboration for plant production, phytosanitary, livestock breeding, animal hygiene, and rural development. Both countries decided to utilize each other’s experience in new technologies for plant production aimed at increased productivity. It was also decided to exchange the germplasm, fruit and hybrid vegetables. The two countries also agreed to collaborate in the field of forage plant breeding, initiate feasibility study for seed and seed production, and exchanging scientific materials and professionals for creating high capacity in the field of food security.

The two sides also agreed on cooperation for livestock improvement programs including livestock breeding and animal health, identification of animals, creating registration database systems for animal improvement, fighting against animal diseases, collaboration on producing foot and mouth disease vaccine, livestock research, veterinary services and animal well being.

It was also decided to extend cooperation on designing rural development projects and its implementation, monitoring and prevention of agricultural pollution at waters, geographical information system and integrated management information system on agricultural sector. Turkey will share relevant experience through its technical support programme.

The two brotherly countries also agreed to share information and experiences about producer organizations, create co-production and marketing strategies, advertisement of agricultural products, co-branding at international fairs and exhibitions, and health certification of herbal and animal products. The two sides also decided to provide cooperation for investment opportunities in aquaculture, technical and scientific collaboration on aqua culture resources, fish feed production and supply chain management. At the conclusion of the meeting, the Co-chairs signed Minutes of the meeting. Next Meeting of the Agriculture Steering Committee will be held in Pakistan in 2016.

Pakistan ile tarımda yeni dönem

Türkiye ile Pakistan bitkisel üretim ve bitki sağlığı, hayvan yetiştiriciliği ve hayvan sağlığı, kırsal kalkınma ve diğer tarımsal konularda yeni işbirlikleri yapacak.

Türkiye Cumhuriyeti Tarım ve Köyişleri Bakanlığı ile Pakistan İslam Cumhuriyeti Hükümeti Gıda, Tarım ve Hayvancılık Bakanlığı arasında 29 Temmuz 2004 tarihinde imzalanan "Türkiye Cumhuriyeti Hükümeti ile Pakistan İslam Cumhuriyeti Hükümeti arasında Tarım Alanında Teknik, Bilimsel ve Ekonomik İşbirliği Protokolü" çerçevesinde Türkiye- Pakistan Tarım Yürütme Komitesi 1. Dönem Toplantısı, 2010 yılında İslamabad'da gerçekleştirilmişti.

Türkiye ile Pakistan Tarım Yürütme Komitesi 2. Dönem Toplantısı, Ankara'da yapıldı. Bakanlığımız Avrupa Birliği ve Dış İlişkiler Genel Müdürlüğü İkili İlişkiler ve Protokol Daire Başkanlığı koordinasyonunda organize edilen toplantıya, Bakanlık Müsteşarı Nihat Pakdil ile Pakistan Ulusal Gıda Güvenliği ve Araştırma Bakanlığı Müsteşar Yardımcısı Syed Moazzam Ali eşbaşkanlık etti.

Toplantı eş başkanı Müsteşar Nihat Pakdil, yaptığı konuşmada Pakistan heyetinin ziyaretinden duydukları memnuniyeti dile getirdi. Pakistan'ın, Türkiye için, coğrafi, siyasi ve ekonomik açıdan olduğu kadar, tarihi, kültürel ve insani bağlar bakımından da öncelik taşıdığını ifade eden Pakdil, bu toplantı vesilesiyle ülkemizde bulunan Pakistan heyeti ile yapılan görüşmelerin ve bu görüşmeler sonucunda imzalanan tutanak zaptının icraya yönelik olmasını ve somut eyleme dönüşmesini arzu ettiklerini belirtti.

"TARIMSAL KONULARDA TÜRKİYE'DEN ÇOK ŞEY ​ÖĞRENECEĞİZ"

Pakistan tarafı eş başkanı Müsteşar Yardımcısı Syed Moazzam Ali ise öncellikle Türkiye-Pakistan Tarım Yürütme Komitesi 2. Dönem Toplantısı vesilesiyle Türkiye'de olmaktan duydukları memnuniyeti dile getirmiş ve Türk heyetinin gösterdiği sıcak ve samimi misafirperverlikten dolayı teşekkür etti. İki ülke arasındaki kardeşlik bağına vurgu yapan Ali, Pakistan'ın, Türkiye'nin Mustafa Kemal ve onun önderliğindeki Kurtuluş Savaşı mücadelesini duygudaşlıkla izlemiş olduğunu, aynı duygudaşlığın 2005 yılında Pakistan'ın yaşamış olduğu deprem sonrasında Türkiye tarafından da karşılık bulduğunu ifade etti. Ali, geçtiğimiz Şubat ayında İslamabad'da gerçekleştirilen 4. Yüksek Düzeyli Stratejik İşbirliği Konseyi'nin Türkiye-Pakistan arasındaki ilişkilerin geliştiğini ifade etti. Türkiye'nin tarım alanında ekonomik ve kırsal kalkınma bakımından gerçekleştirdiği büyümeyi takip ettiklerini ifade eden Ali, bu çerçevede Pakistan'ın da tarım alanında ilerlemesi açısından Türkiye'den çok şey öğreneceğine inandıklarını ve söz konusu toplantının somut bir eylem planına dönüşmesini diledi.

Açılış konuşmalarının ardından toplantıda bitkisel üretim ve bitki sağlığı, hayvan yetiştiriciliği ve hayvan sağlığı, kırsal kalkınma ve diğer konular başlıkları çerçevesinde görüşmeler yapılarak, bu alanlarda iki ülke arasında yeni işbirliği alanları belirlendi.

Bu çerçevede taraflar, bitkisel üretim ve bitki sağlığı konularında modern teknolojilerin kullanımı ile çeşitli tarım ürünleri üretim miktarlarının artırılması amacı ile Bakanlıklar arasında bilgilendirme ve işbirliği fırsatlarının değerlendirilmesine, Pakistan ve Türkiye arasında araştırma ve deneme amaçlı germplasm, meyve ve hibrit sebze çeşitlerinin değişimine karar verildi. Taraflar ayrıca, yem bitkisi yetiştiriciliği alanında işbirliği yapılması, tohum ve tohum üretimi alanında bir alt çalışma grubunun oluşturulması ve Gıda Güvenliği konularıyla ilgilenebilmek amacıyla daha yüksek kapasite yaratabilmek için bilimsel materyalin ve profesyonellerin değişimi konularında mutabık kalındı.

Hayvan yetiştiriciliği ve hayvan sağlığı alanında hayvan ıslahı programlarının uygulanması, hayvanların kimliklendirilmesi ve kayıt altına alınması ve ıslaha yönelik kayıt sistemlerinin kurulması, hayvan hastalıklarıyla mücadele ve özellikle şap aşısı üretimi alanında işbirliği, hayvancılık araştırmaları, veterinerlik hizmetleri ve hayvan refahı konularında bilimsel ve teknik işbirliği yapılması hususunda mutabakata varıldı.

Kırsal kalkınma alanında kırsal kalkınma projelerinin hazırlanması ve uygulanması, tarımsal ve kırsal altyapının geliştirilmesine yönelik işbirliği, sularda tarımsal kaynaklı kirliliğin izlenmesi ve önlenmesi ve coğrafi bilgi sistemi ve Tarım Sektörü Entegre Yönetim Bilgi Sistemi'nin Pakistan'da kurulması ve sisteme teknik destek sağlanması konularında işbirliği yapılmasına karar verildi.

Üretici örgütleri konusunda bilgi ve deneyim paylaşımı, ortak üretim ve pazarlama stratejisinin oluşturulması, tarım ürünlerinin tanıtımı, üreticilerin, üretici teşkilatlarının ve firmaların uluslararası fuar organizasyonlarında bir araya getirilmesi ve bitkisel ve hayvansal ürünlere ilişkin sağlık sertifikaları konusunda işbirliği sağlanması mutabakata varılan diğer konular arasında yer aldı. Taraflar son olarak su ürünleri yetiştiriciliğinde yatırım fırsatlarının araştırılması, su ürünleri araştırmaları konularında bilimsel ve teknik işbirliği ve balık yemi üretimi ve işlenmesi konusunda işbirliğinin sağlanmasına da karar verdi.

İki ülke arasındaki iyi ilişkileri yansıtan sıcak bir atmosferde gerçekleşen toplantı sonrasında, toplantıda görüşülen hususların yer aldığı bir toplantı tutanağı Türkiye-Pakistan Tarım Yürütme Komitesi eş başkanlarınca imzalandı. Bir sonraki Tarım Yürütme Komitesi Toplantısının 2016 yılının ikinci yarısında Pakistan'da yapılması kararlaştırıldı.

Konuk heyet ayrıca Anıtkabir, Sincan Et Kombinası ve Atatürk Orman Çiftliğindeki tesislere inceleme ziyaretleri de gerçekleştirecek.
Source: http://www.tarim.gov.tr/Haber/640/Pakistan-Ile-Tarimda-Yeni-Donem

Secretary of the National Security Committee of Pakistan visits Secretariat-General (April 09 - 12, 2015)

Secretary of the National Security Committee of Pakistan Ambassador Mohammad Sadiq paid an official visit to Secretary-General Governor Seyfullah Hacımüftüoğlu upon invitation, between 9-12 April 2015. Pakistan’s Ambassador to Ankara Sohail Mahmood also took part in the negotiations. Parties exchanged views on issues related to the legislation, structure and working procedure of national security system and expressed the will to establish cooperation between the national security institutions of Turkey and Pakistan.
External link: http://www.mgk.gov.tr/en/index.php/secretary-of-the-national-security-committee-of-pakistan-visits-secretariat-general-0912042015

Secretary, National Security Division, Ambassador Sadiq visits Turkey

ANKARA, 16 April 2015:  At the invitation of Governor Seyfullah Hacımüftüoğlu, Secretary General of the National Security Council of Turkey, Ambassador Mohammad Sadiq, Secretary, National Security Division of Pakistan visited Turkey from 9-12 April, 2015. During his stay, he had meetings at the National Security Council and the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Views were exchanged on national security systems of the two countries, as well as on regional issues of common interest. Pakistan’s Ambassador to Turkey Sohail Mahmood was also present during the meetings between Governor Hacımüftüoğlu and Ambassador Mohammad Sadiq.

Turkey-Pakistan Educational linkages to be further promoted

ANKARA: 16 April 2015: Ambassador of Pakistan to Turkey Mr. Sohail Mahmood has said that educational linkages between Turkey and Pakistan shall be further promoted. He was addressing the participants of “Pakistan Day” celebrations organized by students of Middle East Technical University (METU) in Ankara on Wednesday evening. A large number of Pakistani, Turkish and international students, and faculty members attended the event.

Ambassador Sohail Mahmood said it is a matter of satisfaction that over 1000 Pakistani students are currently pursuing higher studies in leading Turkish Universities. He hoped that more Pakistani students would join Turkish Universities and the number of Turkish students in Pakistan would also grow. He added that our students have a vital role in promoting the economic and social development of Pakistan and urged the students to complete their studies in Turkey with distinction and then return to the homeland to make their indispensable contribution to the process of national development. He also hoped that Pakistani students will play their crucial role in reinforcing amity and brotherhood between Pakistan and Turkey. He also urged the Pakistani students, as representatives of Pakistan’s youth, to represent Pakistan in Turkey in an exemplary manner.

The Envoy also briefed the audience about the efforts of the Government of Pakistan for socio-economic development. He said that prudent economic management is resulting in turn around of the economy and international financial institutions and private investors are acknowledging the steady improvement in the country’s overall economic outlook. He added that foreign investors including leading Turkish companies are scaling up their involvement in diverse sectors such as energy, agriculture, infrastructure and housing.

Lauding the excellent performance of Pakistani students during the “Pakistan Day” activities, Ambassador Sohail Mahmood assured that Pakistan Embassy would continue to support all positive initiatives for rightful projection of Pakistani culture and way of life in Turkey.

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Ambassador of Pakistan calls on Speaker Turkish Grand National Assembly

ANKARA, 15 April 2015: The newly appointed Ambassador of Pakistan to Turkey, Mr. Sohail Mahmood, called on the Speaker of the Turkish Grand National Assembly (TGNA), Mr. Cemil Çiçek, in Ankara. During the meeting, views were exchanged on Pakistan-Turkey relations and close cooperation between the Parliaments of the two countries.

Ambassador Sohail Mahmood conveyed warm greetings of the Pakistani parliamentary leadership. Dwelling on the abiding ties between Turkey and Pakistan, marked by exceptional trust and understanding, the Ambassador underscored the desire on both sides to transform the cordial relationship into a robust partnership encompassing all fields. In the political arena, he highlighted the strong tradition of mutual support on each other’s national causes, including Kashmir and Cyprus. In the economic realm, Ambassador Sohail Mahmood highlighted the recent decision taken by the two Prime Ministers to commence negotiations on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as part of efforts to forge a strong economic partnership.

Speaker Cemil Çiçek extended his best wishes to Ambassador Sohail Mahmood for a successful term in Turkey. Referring to the deep-rooted, historical and long-term relationship between Turkey and Pakistan, the TGNA Speaker said it provided a firm foundation for an all-encompassing partnership. He noted with satisfaction that the two countries were maintaining close contact and consultations at the highest level.

Both sides expressed satisfaction at the existing excellent parliamentary relations and agreed to take steps for enhanced collaboration between the parliaments of Pakistan and Turkey. 

Separately, Ambassador Sohail Mahmood met with Secretary General of TGNA Dr. Irfan Naziroglu.

Pakistan and Turkey to deepen bilateral cooperation in Agriculture sector

ANKARA, 15 April 2015: Pakistan’s Ambassador to Turkey Sohail Mahmood called on Turkish Minister of Food, Agriculture and Livestock Mr. Mehmet Mehdi Eker at his office in Ankara.

Ambassador Sohail Mahmood noted the progress being made on ongoing Pakistan-Turkey projects in the agriculture sector and highlighted the prospects for enhanced, mutually-beneficial collaboration in diverse fields. In particular, he noted the possibilities in the areas of seed development, livestock, agro-based industries, and food processing. Ambassador Sohail Mahmood also underlined the importance of regular exchanges of experts and academics in related fields to intensify cooperation in the agreed areas.

Minister Mehdi Eker warmly welcomed Ambassador Mahmood on his assignment in Turkey and reaffirmed his support for the efforts to deepen mutual collaboration in agriculture and livestock sectors. Minister Eker added that the 2nd Meeting of the Agricultural Steering Committee, established under the "Protocol on Agricultural Cooperation" signed in 2004, to be held in Ankara on 16 April 2015, would be instrumental in promoting bilateral cooperation in the desired direction.

It was agreed to maintain close contact to follow-up on the decisions taken at the 4^th High Level Strategic Cooperation Council (HLSCC) in Islamabad in February 2015, as part of joint endeavors to build a strong economic partnership.

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Turkish President telephones Prime Minister of Pakistan

President of Turkey, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdogan telephoned Prime Minister of Pakistan Mr. Muhammad Nawaz Sharif a short while ago today (11 April 2015).


During the conversation that lasted for about 45 minutes, the two leaders discussed the situation in the Middle East and agreed that both the countries would accelerate efforts to resolve the deteriorating situation through peaceful means.


They stressed that Houthis didn't have any right to overthrow a legitimate government in Yemen and affirmed that any violation of the territorial integrity of Saudi Arabia would evoke a strong reaction from both the countries.


The Prime Minister of Pakistan is in touch with various important Muslim leaders in his effort to diffuse the situation and salvage peace.

Turkey – Pakistan parliamentary relations to be further enhanced – Pakistan Envoy

ANKARA, 9 April 2015:  A 16-member parliamentary delegation of Balochistan Assembly that also includes 11 female members of the provincial legislature is currently visiting Turkey. Led by Speaker Balochistan Assembly Mir Jan Muhammad Khan Jamali, the delegation members visited Embassy of Pakistan in Ankara and were briefed by Ambassador Sohail Mahmood on the current status of Turkey-Pakistan relations.

Ambassador Sohail Mahmood said that the leadership of Turkey and Pakistan is keen to further deepen our excellent brotherly relations in all fields. “We are working closed to ensure that our relations grow in multidimensional fields from trade and commerce to energy, defence and education and culture,” he said. He added that the two countries are working on multiple tracks to boost trade and investment links and are commencing the process of negotiations on Free Trade Agreement (FTA). He said that frequent exchange of visits of parliamentarians will create more avenues of cooperation. The visiting delegation was also briefed about the recent visit by the Prime Minister of Pakistan to Turkey for consultations with the Turkish leadership to find a peaceful solution to the crisis in Yemen.

Speaker Balochistan Assembly Mir Jan Muhammad Khan Jamali termed bilateral relations with Turkey as exemplary and said Pakistanis consider Turkey as their second home. He hoped that members of his delegation will be able to study the Turkish model of development which he termed as people-centred and a good model to be emulated in Pakistan as well.

During their week-long stay in Turkey, the parliamentary delegation will have site visits and briefings about rural development, agriculture sector, livestock and fisheries, and horticulture. This is the first ever visit of women parliamentarians from Balochistan to Turkey.

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El sanatlarının kalbi Peşaver'de atıyor

Geleneksel el sanatlarının kalbi Pakistan'ın Afganistan sınırındaki kenti Peşaver'de atıyor. Halı dokumacılığından ağaç işçiliğine, taş işlemeciliğinden dericiliğe birçok el sanatı Peşaver'de hayat buluyor.

Pakistan'ın Afganistan sınırındaki kenti Peşaver, adı daha çok terör olaylarıyla anılsa da, köklü bir tarihi geçmişe sahip. Geleneksel el sanatlarının kalbi burada atıyor. Halı dokumacılığından ağaç işçiliğine, taş işlemeciliğinden dericiliğe birçok el sanatı Peşaver'de hayat buluyor. Bu el sanatlarının arasında en yaygın olanıysa değerli taş işlemeciliği.

Şehirde yaygın olarak bulunan birçok taş atölyesinde çalışanlar, adeta ekmeklerini taştan çıkarıyorlar. Sıradan bir kayayı andıran bu taşlar, usta ellerde takı ve süs eşyasına dönüşüyor. O ustalardan biri taş işçiliği ile alakalı şu şekilde konuştu:

TAŞTAN BİLEZİK YAPIYORLAR

"Bu atölyede gördüğünüz taşlardan müşterilerimizin isteğine göre takılar veya süs eşyaları yapıyoruz. Örneğin taştan yapılmış bir bilezik de taştan yapılmış bir kalp de yapabiliyoruz. Bu atölyelerde taştan aklınıza gelebilecek her türlü eşyayı yapabiliriz."

Diğer el sanatlarında olduğu gibi taş işlemeciliğinin de en büyük sermayesi sabır. Taştan bir takının imalatı için saatlerce emek harcamak gerekiyor. Daha çok yüzük, kolye gibi takıların işlendiği bu atölyelerde, vazo ve tesbih gibi süs eşyaları da yapılıyor.

Atölyelerde el emeği ile işlenen bu kıymetli taşlar, Peşaverde'ki dükkanların vitrinlerini renklendiriyor. Birbirinden değerli takılar pazarda alıcısı ile buluşuyor. Dükkanlarda mavinin en doğal halini yansıtan lapis taşını, ham ve işlenmiş haliyle de görmek mümkün.

PEŞAVER ESNAFI ZOR GÜNLER GEÇİRİYOR

Çoğunlukla Afganistan'dan ithal edilen lapis taşı Peşaverli ustaların ellerinde bir sanat eserine dönüşüyor. Ancak, geleneksel el sanatları ile ünlü Peşaver hakettiğı ilgiyi göremiyor. Özellikle terör olaylarından dolayı kente neredeyse hiç turist uğramıyor. Bu nedenle Peşaver esnafı bugünlerde zor zamanlar geçiriyor.

“İşlerimiz çok kötü. Neredeyse her gün siftah yapmadan dükkânımızı kapatıyoruz. Eskiden Çinli turistler gelir buradan yüklü alışveriş yaparlardı. Artık onlar da gelmez oldu. Ayrıca Afganistan'daki yeni Cumhurbaşkanı Lapis, bizim ürünlerimizin ihracatına yasak koydu. Bu da bizim işlerimizi olumsuz etkiledi.”

Kaynak: Kuzey Haber Ajansı
Courtesy: Dunya Bulteni
External link http://www.dunyabulteni.net/haber/326312/el-sanatlarinin-kalbi-pesaverde-atiyor

Pakistan-Turkey leaders confer on regional situation; reaffirm commitment to work jointly for peaceful resolution in Yemen

ANKARA, 3 April 2015: As part of his consultations with the brotherly countries on the evolving situation in the region, particularly Yemen, Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif paid a day-long visit to Turkey. During his stay in Ankara, the Prime Minister had in-depth consultations with Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Turkish Prime Minister Davutoglu received Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif at the Cankaya Palace. The two leaders were assisted by senior members of their respective delegations during their detailed discussions. Afterwards, they addressed a joint press conference.

Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif said that the deteriorating situation in Yemen needed immediate attention. He added that Pakistan would make all possible efforts to help resolve the issue in a peaceful manner. He reiterated the stance that Saudi Arabia is a close friend and that Pakistan attaches great importance to its security and territorial integrity. He informed his Turkish counterpart about the recent visit of a high-level Pakistani delegation, led by the Minister for Defense, to Saudi Arabia.

During his remarks at the joint press conference, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif reiterated the concern at the overthrow of the legitimate Government in Yemen, by use of force by non-state actors. He added that the situation was grave and might endanger the unity of the Muslim Ummah, which would have implications for the whole region. “We agreed to call upon the warring factions in Yemen to resolve the differences peacefully,” said the Prime Minister. He added that Pakistan and Turkey agreed to work together in their common resolve to have a peaceful resolution of the current crisis.

The Pakistani Prime Minister stressed that Saudi Arabia is a close friend for both Pakistan and Turkey. “Our two countries agreed that we will stand by Saudi Arabia in its hour of need and shall extend all possible support in the defence of Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.” The Prime Minister added that we also have close and brotherly relations with other Islamic countries in the region and attached great importance to their security and territorial integrity. He renewed the commitment that Pakistan would stay engaged with the Saudi leadership and those of other Muslim countries in the region for amicable resolution of the issue.

Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif later met with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the Presidential Palace. Besides having a detailed meeting, the Prime Minister and the accompanying delegation participated in the working luncheon hosted by President Erdogan in his honour. Both leaders conferred on the regional situation, with a particular reference to Yemen. Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif shared Pakistan’s concern at the recent developments and underscored the importance of close consultations between Pakistan and Turkey on this issue that threatened regional stability and the Ummah’s unity. Noting that Turkey was the first country visited by him as part of his consultations with brotherly countries, he stressed the importance of Pakistan and Turkey working together to help bring the conflict to an end at the earliest. Both leaders agreed to remain in close contact, hold consultations through appropriate mechanisms, and develop a way forward to promote the shared goal of a quick and peaceful resolution of the issue thus strengthening peace and stability in the region.

During their wide-ranging discussions, both sides reaffirmed the exemplary nature of Pakistan-Turkey bilateral relations and reiterated their resolve to take this strategic relationship to newer heights. Prime Minister Davutoglu also stated that the Turkish Foreign Minister would be visiting Pakistan shortly.

During the visit, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu also offered the Friday prayers, together, at the Hasan Tanik Mosque in Ankara.

Earlier, on arrival in Ankara, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif was welcomed at the airport by Mr. Idris Gulluce, Turkish Minister for Urbanization and Environment and co-Chair of Pakistan-Turkey Joint Ministerial Commission, Mr. Burhan Kayaturk, Head of the Turkey-Pakistan Friendship Group in Turkish Parliament, Ambassador of Pakistan Mr. Sohail Mahmood and senior officials of the Turkish Government and members of the Pakistan Embassy.

The Prime Minister was accompanied by a high-level delegation including Advisor on National Security and Foreign Affairs Mr. Sartaj Aziz, Minister of State Syed Tariq Fatemi, Foreign Secretary Mr. Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry, and senior officials.

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Visit of the Prime Minister of Pakistan to Turkey

Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif will be visiting the Republic of Turkey on Friday, 3 April 2015.  This was agreed during the Prime Minister’s telephonic conversation with the President of Turkey His Excellency Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday, 31 March 2015.

Given the excellent relations between Pakistan and Turkey and the personal rapport between the leadership of the two countries, the Prime Minister and the President of Turkey will exchange views on the situation relating to Yemen. They will also discuss how the two countries can be helpful in addressing the issue.