Pakistan expects bumper yield of cotton crops this year with China’s help: Official

Newswire Faisalabad: Pakistan is expecting a bumper yield of cotton crops this year with the help of China, a senior official said. Deputy Director (DD) Agriculture (Extension) Chaudhry Khalid Mehmood said that the early cultivation of cotton crops would give bumper yield and play a pivotal role to stabilize the national economy. Addressing a farmers’ […]

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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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Bilawal Bhutto enjoys massive public support: Umar Rehman Malik

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik said this week that PPP chief Bilawal Bhutto Zardari enjoys massive public support. “The post-election victory celebration rally in Thatta was truly remarkable and a testament to the unwavering support for the PPP. Both before and after the elections, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s dynamic […]

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Euro Village: A Celebration of EU-Pakistan friendship – stronger together, sustainable forever

Celina Ali Islamabad: Thousands of people, gathered at the Jinnah Convention Center Islamabad this week to participate in “EuroVillage,” a family-focused festival organized by the European Union and its Member States. This year’s celebration centered on the theme of co-creating a sustainable future, entitled “Stronger Together – Sustainable Forever.” The event showcased the 60+ years […]

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Mushahid welcomes ‘Russian goodwill for Pakistan’

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Senator Mushahid Hussain, Chairman Senate Defense Committee, this week visited Russia on the invitation of the ruling ‘United Russia’ party, during which he met former President Dmitri Medvedev (who’s number two to President Vladimir Putin) and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. He also attended the newly-formed International Forum for ‘Freedom of Nations’ where […]

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Nepali envoy explores religious, regional matters with custodian of Bari Imam shrine

Celina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador Tapas Adikari of Nepal to Pakistan this week engaged in discussions at Pir House, the custodian of Bari Imam shrine with Sajjada Nasheen Pir Syed Haider Ali Gilani covering bilateral, regional, religious, and spiritual topics. The meeting delved into various subjects, including inter-faith harmony, Sufism, and the identity of Auliya Allah. […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri meets Paul Phelan

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week met Paul Phelan, Director, International Mining and Resources Conference, Resourcing Tomorrow, and Future Minerals Forum. “Glad to meet Paul Phelan, Director, International Mining And Resources Conference, Resourcing Tomorrow, and Future Minerals Forum. Discussed avenues to showcase Pakistan’s huge mining and minerals potential including metallic, […]

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Ambassador Marilina Armellin burns midnight oil to cement Pakistan-Italy ties further

Celina Ali Islamabad: Italy’s Ambassador to Pakistan Marilina Armellin is burning midnight oil to cement the Pakistan-Italy ties further. Since arriving here last month, the envoy has wasted no time to set her priorities and make everybody around her get to work on the agenda of serving both the countries. Ambassador Marilina Armellin stands as […]

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Bilawal Bhutto: Pakistan’s rising political force advocating democracy

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the rising political figure in Pakistan, advocates for democratic governance, economic stability, and electoral reforms. He addresses critical issues such as missing persons, respectful engagement, and the privatization of state-owned enterprises. With an ambitious manifesto focusing on sectors like agriculture and energy, Bilawal’s commitment to a democratic, inclusive, and […]

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China-funded mega solarization project inaugurated in Balochistan

Gwadar Pro Quetta: Balochistan Caretaker Chief Minister Mir Ali Mardan Khan Domki inaugurated the China-funded mega solarization project this week, aimed at converting various public department buildings, including educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and civic departments, to renewable energy sources. The China-funded project will provide clean, affordable, and uninterrupted power supply to the government departments. With […]

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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 […]

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Pakistani Community in Beijing joins in Chinese New Year celebration

China Economic Net Beijing: As the Chinese people are embracing the Year of Loong (Dragon), the Pakistani community residing in Beijing is enthusiastically participating in the Chinese New Year celebrations, showcasing the strong bond between China and Pakistan. The streets of Beijing are adorned with red lanterns and festive decorations as locals and foreigners gather […]

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Pakistan exhibitors show substantial presence at Texworld Evolution Paris

Newswire Islamabad:With a total of 19 enterprises, the Pakistani exhibitors show a substantial presence and impact at the internationally acclaimed trendsetting innovative ‘Texworld Evolution Paris’. The three-day exhibition that opened on February 5 with over 1300 companies from around the globe catering tofuture vogue and sourcing requirements remained the central attraction for global fashion and […]

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Nepal: Pakistan Embassy, Youth Buddhist Association organise ‘Buddhist Heritage in Pakistan’ event

Newswire Kathmandu: The Youth Buddhist Association and Pakistan Embassy on Saturday organised the “Buddhist Heritage in Pakistan” event at the Buddhist Relief Centre Hall. Addressing the visual presentation event, Pakistani Ambassador to Nepal Abrar H Hashmi stated that the Buddhist Heritage Sites in Pakistan were pivotal in bridging the people-to-people connection between the two South […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri urges Pakistani students to take advantage of education opportunities in Australia

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week urged the Pakistani students to take advantage of education opportunities in Australia. “Opportunity for Pakistani students to study in Australia. Pakistan – Australia Awards are now open,” the envoy posted on X. Applications for Australia Awards Scholarships for study commencing in 2025 opened on […]

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Pakistan must invest in climate resilience to survive: Bilawal Bhutto

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan must invest in climate resilience for its survival, prime ministerial hopeful Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said in a wide-ranging interview. He said he had been ready to quit the government while he was foreign minister because there were no new climate-resilience projects in the federal budget following devastating floods that killed more […]

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Chinese Ambassador appreciates PAF’s steadfast determination

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: The Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong, called on Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu here. The Chinese ambassador lauded the steadfast determination of Pakistan Air Force (PAF) leadership to ensure balance of power in the region. During the meeting, matters pertaining to evolving geo-strategic environment […]

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Ambassador Marilina Armellin set to strengthen Pakistan-Italy friendship

Celina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador Marilina Armellin’s recent presentation of credentials to President Dr. Arif Alvi in Pakistan marks a significant moment in the ongoing diplomatic relations between Italy and Pakistan. As a seasoned diplomat with an impressive background, Ambassador Armellin brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her role, promising to be a key […]

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High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri celebrates growing Pakistan-Belarus friendship

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri celebrated the closeness of Pakistan and Belarus as the friendship grows. “The National Library of Belarus in Minsk is lit with the flags of Pakistan and Belarus as part of the celebrations of 30th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries,” he posted […]

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FM Jilani advocates global collaboration and partnership at EU India Pacific ministerial forum

Celina Ali Islamabad: Jalil Abbas Jilani, the Caretaker Foreign Minister, this week emphasized the need to move beyond divisive bloc politics and great power competition in today’s interconnected world. He conveyed these sentiments during a session on ‘Shared Prosperity, Economic Resilience, and Investment’ at the EU India Pacific Ministerial Forum in Brussels. Jalil Abbas Jilani […]

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Pakistan, Ethiopia agree for twinning of cities, promote tourist exchange

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan and Ethiopia this week agreed to pursue the twinning of their cities and promote tourist exchange besides underscoring enhanced cooperation in the field of medicine and agricultural education. The bilateral cooperation was discussed as Pakistan’s Ambassador to Ethiopia and African Union Atif Sharif visited the historic Ethiopian city of Aksum in […]

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Solution of public problems PPP priority: Asif Ali Zardari

Talagang: Former president and co-chairman Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Asif Zardari said this week that resolving the public problems always remained top priority of PPP and it paid special heed towards highlighting the social development work. While addressing a public gathering in Talagang, he promised the people a chance to earn money in Pakistan instead […]

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Kashmir issue’s resolution imperative for regional peace: Raja Pervez Ashraf

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf said this week the resolution of the Kashmir issue according to aspirations of the Kashmiri people and the United Nations Security Council’s resolution is indispensable for lasting peace and stability in the region. He said, “Freedom movement cannot be suppressed by using force on innocent Kashmiris.” […]

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Bilawal Bhutto urges people to thwart PML-N ‘conspiracy’

Liaquat Ali Rawalpindi: Taking a jibe at former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week urged the masses to thwart “conspiracy” of those aiming to become prime minister for the fourth time by voting for his party. Addressing a rally at Rawalpindi’s Liaquat Bagh, Bilawal accused Pakistan Muslim […]

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PTCL, Huawei conduct 50G-PON trial to pioneer next generation fiber optic broadband in Pakistan

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: The country’s leading broadband service provider Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) in partnership with Huawei, a global leader in information and communication technology, this week completed the country’s first successful trial of 50G-PON technology, marking a historic stride towards the introduction of next-generation fiber-optic broadband services in Pakistan. This groundbreaking achievement is […]

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China Southern Airlines to resume Urumqi-Kashgar-Islamabad route after 15-year suspension

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: China Southern Airlines, a flag carrier of China, will resume the Urumqi-Kashgar-Islamabad route on January 27. The resumption of service comes nearly 15 years after the route was suspended in July 2009. The flight for the Urumqi-Kashgar-Islamabad round trip, numbered CZ8019/20, is scheduled to be carried out every Saturday. The outbound flight […]

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Umar Rehman Malik says emotions ran high when Bilawal Bhutto spoke at Liaquat Bagh rally

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik said this week that emotions ran high as PPP chief Bilawal Bhutto Zardari spoke at Liaquat Bagh rally – the site where his mother Benazir Bhutto was assassinated more than 16 years ago. “Another successful gathering at Shaheed Mohtarma #BenazirBhutto’s memorial Liaqat Bagh, Rawalpindi. […]

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Quality education crucial for development, breaking cycle of poverty: High Commissioner Jane Marriott

Celina Ali Islamabad: British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jane Marriott CMG OBE, said this week that inclusive, quality education is crucial for peace, development, and breaking the cycle of poverty. In a video message on the occasion of the International Day of Education, she said that both girls and boys have an equal right to […]

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Ambassador Marilina Armellin’s exemplary career testament to her unwavering commitment to diplomacy, international cooperation

Celina Ali Islamabad: Italy’s new Ambassador to Pakistan Marilina Armellin’s exemplary career is a testament to her unwavering commitment to diplomacy and international cooperation. Hailing from Treviso, Veneto, she has not only shattered gender barriers as the first woman to hold the position of Italian ambassador to Pakistan but has also showcased unparalleled dedication throughout […]

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PPP unveils populist manifesto

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) this week unveiled its “comprehensive” manifesto highlighting the party’s vision for sustainable and inclusive development with a focus on economic uplift, climate resilience, poverty alleviation and women empowerment. The party’s vice president, Senator Sherry Rehman, unveiled the 64-page document Chuno Nai Soch Ko—vote for new ideas—during a […]

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Faisal Karim Kundi vows to address all major issues of people

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Central Information Secretary and Candidate for NA-44, DI Khan-I constituency, Faisal Karim Kundi vowed to address all the major issues being faced by the people of his constituency. He stated this while addressing a public meeting organized here at the residence of renowned businessman Haji Ghulam Subhani in […]

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UN women, Japan celebrate success of women’s socio-economic resilience project

Celina Ali Islamabad: UN Women, in collaboration with the Government of Japan, hosted a showcase event in Karachi this week to highlight the success of Women’s Socio-Economic Resilience Project. The initiative aimed to provide essential relief and protection services to women and girls in flood-affected areas, fostering their resilience and adaptability to emergencies and disasters. […]

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Aseefa Bhutto vows to carry forward mother’s vision

Laiquat Ali Islamabad Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, daughter of the late Benazir Bhutto, delivered a poignant speech during her visit to Maripur, echoing the legacy of her mother and the Bhutto family. Embracing her lineage, she reminded the crowd of her connection to Benazir Bhutto, emphasizing her commitment to continue her mother’s mission. “Benazir Bhutto was […]

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