Ding Gang For centuries, the Himalayan Mountain range had stood like a towering backbone, separating China from South Asia and impeding the flow of civilizations and information. However, as the world evolves, these mountains no longer serve as barriers to development. During my recent travels through Bhutan and Nepal, I witnessed firsthand how China’s growth […]
Martin Jacques One of the defining characteristics of US foreign policy since the beginning of China’s reform and opening-up has been its consistent underestimation of China. It never entertained the idea that China could become America’s equal, let alone surpass it. In fact, we have already arrived at the latter scenario. It is this that […]
Andrey Kortunov Lately the not-so-fresh idea of a “European strategic autonomy” has got back in circulation in many EU capitals. This should come as no surprise, given the condescending and even arrogant attitude displayed by the Donald Trump administration toward US’ European allies. Politicians and state officials across the European continent can no longer take […]
Warwick Powell Despite the US’ hyperbolic threats of 100 percent and 150 percent tariffs on BRICS, the group’s enlargement in Asia highlights its resilience and the growing desire among countries to collaborate in building a prosperous and secure future. In recent years, the BRICS countries have emerged as a significant force in the global economic […]
Yang Xuedong Currently, economic globalization is facing strong headwinds. The “Washington Consensus,” once promoted by the US and other Western countries as the standard model for development, has not only lost its appeal among many developing nations but has also proven ineffective in addressing internal challenges within developed countries. Amid growing discussions about finding solutions […]
Celina Ali Islamabad: Denmark’s Ambassador to Pakistan Jakob Linulf this week celebrated the 75 years of Pakistan-Denmark diplomatic relations. “Thrilled to celebrate a monumental milestone: 75 years of ????-???? diplomatic relations! In 1949, Danish representative in Tehran, Axel Caspar Frederik Sporon-Fridler, was accredited to Karachi,” he posted on X. Denmark-Pakistan relations are friendly. Pakistan and […]
Amelia Nierenberg Sofia: Archaeologists in Bulgaria made an unexpected discovery in an ancient Roman sewer last week: A well-preserved marble statue, taller than a man. “We found it by accident,” said Lyudmil Vagalinski, the scientific director of the excavation. “It was amazing. A whole statue appeared in front of us.” The discovery could illuminate how […]
London: To celebrate Prince William’s 42nd birthday, Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, this week turned to the whimsical, posting a fun photo she took of her husband and their three children, Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6. In the photo, the four are holding hands, leaping over a sand dune at […]
Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week congratulated Pakistani cadet Afaq Mashwani on securing Maj Gen Finley Award 2024 upon completing his training at Royal Military College of Australia. “Pakistani cadet Afaq Mashwani has secured Maj Gen Finley Award 2024 upon completing his training at Royal Military College of Australia. The […]
Newswire Zhengzhou: This week, the first-ever Zhengzhou Archaeological Exploration Skills Competition commenced at the Gangcui Ruins, located at the southeastern corner of the Dashi Gu City site. Participants, ranging from seasoned veterans to young newcomers, competed in field exercises, performing tasks such as drilling holes, observing soil samples, and sketching findings. Eleven teams from various […]
Yang Sheng Beijing: Chinese President Xi Jinping this week held talks with Polish President Andrzej Duda, who was on a state visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The two countries signed a series of bilateral cooperation documents in trade and agriculture, and the two leaders also exchanged views on […]
Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Prominent leader of the Pakistan Peoples’ Party (PPP) Aseefa Bhutto Zardari this week urged for national unity amid economic crises. The daughter of President Asif Ali Zardari and former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto (late) expressed concern that the budget falls short of providing the necessary relief to those struggling the most. “We […]
Newswire Islamabad: In a significant demonstration of solidarity this week, all major political parties in Pakistan united in their endorsement of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). This came during a crucial meeting chaired by Liu Jianchao, Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC) and a member of the Communist Party’s […]
Newswire Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif this week reiterated that Pakistan was ready for the new phase of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) with a focus on industrial sectors and business-to-business collaboration. The prime minister made these remarks while talking to a Chinese delegation headed by Minister of International Department of the Central Committee of the […]
