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Space development: Star Wars or Star Trek?

Andrey Kortunov During a recent regular press briefing in Washington, John Kirby, White House National Security Communications Advisor, expressed concerns about Russia allegedly working on new anti-satellite weapons. He did not specify the type of weapons, leading some journalists to suggest that the Biden administration was genuinely concerned about a futuristic nuclear missile being deployed […]

What to expect at this year’s NPC

Xiong Yi China’s National People’s Congress will be held soon. Let’s look at the key announcements to watch for, including the government’s 2024 growth target, fiscal stance for 2024, property sector policy and government’s plan to stimulate consumption. If growth target comes out at 5 percent, the impact on market sentiment will likely be positive. […]

World

GC university, US embassy announce English access micro scholarship program

Abida Shaheen Islamabad: Government College University (GCU) Hyderabad has unveiled a golden opportunity for youngsters hailing from low-income households with the initiation of the two-year English Access Micro Scholarship Program. In collaboration with the United States (US) Embassy in Islamabad, this educational venture aims to empower disadvantaged children by enhancing their English language proficiency. The […]

Ambassador Adam Tugio, Amir Muqam vow to boost Pakistan-Indonesia cooperation further

Celina Ali Peshawar: Adviser to the Prime Minister for Political and Public Affairs, National Heritage and Culture, Engr Amir Muqam this week said that Pakistan attached great values to its relations with Indonesia, which were governed by mutual respect and cooperation. Amir Muqam expressed these views during his meeting with Ambassador of the Republic of […]

Ambassador Adam Tugio encourages students from Pakistan to study in Indonesia

Staff Writer Rawalpindi: The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia this week participated in a two-day International Education Summit 2023, on 4-5 March 2023 to promote education system in Indonesian and provide access information on scholarships being offered by universities in Indonesia. The event was organized by the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce Industry (RCCI) with […]

Asia

Greece’s emergency response migrant program receives award

Newswire Athens: Greece’s National Emergency Response Mechanism (NERM) program, established two years ago in collaboration with the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR), has received an award of ‘best practice’ for its contribution to rescuing young migrants from organized crime. Greece has earned recognition for its National Emergency Response Mechanism (NERM) program, a collaborative effort with […]

Aseefa Bhutto set to enter parliament

Abida Shaheen The PPP has decided to launch Aseefa Bhutto Zardari in the coming elections. She might contest from Sindh and the Punjab, simultaneously. Once he leaves his cabinet position, Bilawal Bhutto will launch a massive campaign in the Punjab. She appears resolute and consistently retreats into the background after achieving success. Whenever the topic […]

Innovation Fund: EU invests €3.6 billion of emissions trading revenues in innovative clean tech projects

Celina Ali The Commission is awarding over €3.6 billion to 41 large-scale clean tech projects, to be financed through the EU Innovation Fund. With a focus on the REPowerEU Plan and phasing out Europe’s imports of Russian fossil fuels, these projects cover a wide range of industries, such as cement, steel, advanced biofuels, sustainable aviation […]

PPP clinches coveted Karachi Mayor slot

Liaquat Ali Karachi: In a significant achievement, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) candidates Murtaza Wahab and Salman Abdullah Murad have emerged victorious in the Mayorship and Deputy Mayorship elections of Karachi. The duo secured a total of 173 votes, marking a historic moment for the PPP as they attain these positions in Karachi for the first […]

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France prepares for space wars in ‘AsterX’ European exercise

Newswire Paris: In silent orbit around Earth, a potentially hostile satellite approaches an allied communication node, intentions unknown. French Space Command has determined the move is deliberate, and intelligence shows the enemy spacecraft is equipped with a robotic arm that would allow it to de-orbit the friendly asset. The French-led blue team moves a “patroller” […]

Space development: Star Wars or Star Trek?

Andrey Kortunov During a recent regular press briefing in Washington, John Kirby, White House National Security Communications Advisor, expressed concerns about Russia allegedly working on new anti-satellite weapons. He did not specify the type of weapons, leading some journalists to suggest that the Biden administration was genuinely concerned about a futuristic nuclear missile being deployed […]

AI go global: China-Pak coop in smart city construction

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: In the context of the joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiative and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Chinese and Pakistani researchers are helping Pakistan build smarter and safer cities through the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. At the beginning of year 2022, the CPInS Lab was officially established at […]

Entertainment

High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri meets renowned photographer Andrea Francolini

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week met renowned photographer Andrea Francolini. “Andrea has extensively travelled across Pakistan and captured the beautiful landscape and faces of Pakistan. He is passionate about Truck Art, Education,” the envoy posted on X.Andrea Francolini is a renowned and award-winning Sydney Photographer specializing in Sydney corporate […]

Kazakhstan movie “Kazakh Khanate: Diamond Sword” screened

Celina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador of Kazakhstan Mr. Yerzhan Kistafin this week watched the movie “Kazakh Khanate: Diamond Sword” during its screening at PNCA, Islamabad. In a bid to further strengthen cultural relations, Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) and the Embassy of Kazakhstan organized screening of a movie titled “Kazakh Khanate –Diamond Sword” at […]

Colurful event held to celebrate Chinese New Year

Newswire Peshawar: A colorful event was held here this week to celebrate the Chinese New Year. China Window, a Chinese cultural center established in Peshawar, organized the event. Caretaker Provincial Minister for Transport Zafarullah Khan, Caretaker Provincial Minister for Energy and Planning Dr. Syed Sarfraz Ali Shah, President Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry Fawad […]

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