Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan said that the importance of tree plantation for the future of the country should be taught to the youth in schools across the country.
Sri Lanka needs well-designed political and economic policy changes for long-term recovery
The government has taken steps to address shortages of fuel and gas to some extent when compared to the earlier situation which had long queues that stretched for kilometres outside fuel and gas stations. But a well-planned recovery plan still cannot be seen that can address the long-term food security issues.
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Trump to Modi: 'You have 1.5 billion people; I have 350 million. You have an advantage (on Facebook)!'
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Polio vaccination drops are Sharia-compliant: Pakistan Ulema
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