Henan Daily Zhengzhou: To enhance its new advantages for opening-up, China Railway Express (Zhengzhou) has reached a significant milestone. On December 1 at 9:50 AM, a train loaded with 52 containers arrived at the West Station of Zhengzhou International Land Port in Zhengzhou Airport Economy Zone (ZAEZ). This marks the first return trip of China […]
Read MoreCopenhagen: Queen Mary of Denmark has celebrated her first year as monarch in spectacular fashion, unveiling a dazzling tiara repurposed from a historic diamond belt. The Australian-born royal, 52, known for her penchant for heirloom diadems, has breathed new life into the unique accessory. In a video shared by Amalienborg Palace on Tuesday, Mary is […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week praised a multi-party conference (MPC) held in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to discuss the deteriorating law and order situation in Kurram while calling out the PTI-led provincial government for “practising their extremist politics at the expense of the people”. KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: A joint archaeological team formed by Henan Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology and Luohe Municipal Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology excavated a tomb complex dating from the Warring States Period to the Han Dynasty in Luohe city of Central China’s Henan province recently, according to Luohe Municipal Institute of […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: Henan issued government bonds totaling 70.8 billion yuan, all of which are refinancing bonds, according to the Henan Provincial Department of Finance on December 2. These funds are designated for swapping existing hidden debts, repaying outstanding obligations, and covering the principal of maturing local government bonds. The bonds issued include 5-year refinancing […]
Read MoreNewswire Beijing: China and Nepal have agreed to strengthen the synergy of their development strategies, and pursue deeper and even more concrete high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, according to a joint statement between the two countries issued during Nepali Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s visit to China. The joint statement said that both sides agreed […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week felicitated the government and people of the United Arab Emirates on their National Day. “Heartiest felicitations to the government and people of the @UAEmediaoffice on National Day,” he posted on X. Umar Rehman Malik said the UAE’s extraordinary progress reflects the visionary […]
Read MoreNewswire Lisbon: Portugal has experienced its hottest-ever November, the country’s meteorological agency said this week, the average air temperature 2.69C higher than the average for 1981-2010. The average temperature for November was 15.14C, the Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) said. “November has been the hottest month recorded” since the institute began collecting such […]
Read MoreNewswire Sofia: Bulgaria would benefit to the tune of BGN1.63bn (€830mn) annually as a result of full accession in the Schengen border-free area, according to the Bulgarian Economic Research Institute (ERI). Bulgaria and Romania have been accepted into Schengen but only via sea and air, while the removal of their land borders was vetoed by […]
Read MoreNewswire Athens: The smart traffic cameras aim to curb violations, reduce accidents, and boost overall road safety in Greece. Greece has announced the rollout of an ambitious nationwide smart traffic camera system, in a bid to further enhance road safety and reduce traffic violations in a country notorious for its dangerous drivers and roads. The […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Melinda Bohannon, the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office’s (FCDO) Director General for Humanitarian and Development, concluded her first official visit to Pakistan this week, marking a decade of impactful UK-funded initiatives and reinforcing ties in critical sectors. During her three-day visit, Bohannon celebrated 10 years of the UK’s £155 million investment […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Ben Warrington this week officially assumed his new role as Head of the British High Commission’s Lahore office, bringing fresh energy and enthusiasm to the mission’s operations in Punjab. In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Warrington expressed his excitement about joining the @UKinPakistan team and his deep admiration for Lahore’s […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Aviation Minister Khawaja Asif this week announced that the European Commission and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have lifted the ban on Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) for flights to Europe. In 2020, after a PIA plane crash in Karachi killed nearly 100, followed by a fake pilot licence scandal, the EASA banned […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: TAKANO Shuichi, Chargé d’ Affaires of the Embassy of Japan in Pakistan, and Mrs. TAKANO Asako this week hosted a reception on Wednesday, December 4th, 2024, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) Day. Defense Attaché, Colonel ABE Kazuo represented the Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) at the Embassy. […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: In a landmark event in Islamabad this week, US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker unveiled the Pasban Awam Saath Saath Program, a transformative initiative aimed at fostering citizen-focused policing and empowering women in law enforcement across Pakistan. The program, a collaboration between Pakistan’s civilian security agencies, the U.S. Institute of Peace, and the […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad The World’s most beautiful Italian ship ‘Amerigo Vespucci’ this week docked first time at the port of Karachi, the city of lights. The visit of 93-year-old Amerigo Vespucci to Pakistan is part of a two-year voyage 2023-25, across 30 countries, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations between the two nations. The […]
Read MoreHigh Commissioner Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri underscores significance of strengthening bilateral trade relations Canberra: The High Commission for Pakistan, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Pakistan in Sydney and Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), organized a webinar titled “Exploring Opportunities in the Australian Tech Industry”. The event drew significant participation from IT professionals, industry experts, […]
Read MoreAmbassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad appreciates NADRA services Paris: Lieutenant General Muhammad Munir Afsar, Chairman National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) is representing Pakistan at the TRUSTECH 2024 exhibition that opened in Paris today and will continue till December 5, 2024. Ambassador of Pakistan to France Asim Iftikhar Ahmad visited NADRA’s pavilion at TRUSTECH and interacted […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan Yerzhan Kistafin this week met with the Federal Minister of Commerce of Pakistan, Jam Kamal Khan and the Secretary of Ministry of Economic Affairs of Pakistan, Humair Karim. During the talks, the parties expressed satisfaction with the positive dynamics that have emerged in bilateral cooperation in […]
Read MoreDing Gang Thirty years ago in Brussels, the Cinquantenaire Park became my preferred spot for evening walks. The majestic triumphal arch initially captivated me with its grandeur. Still, after learning its history, this symbol of Belgian colonial power seemed to silently remind me of a past built on cruel exploitation and plunder. This architectural marvel […]
Read MoreGlobal Times The Spring Festival, a Chinese cultural symbol that has long been well-known around the globe, has gained a new title this week. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) added “Spring Festival, social practices of the Chinese people in celebration of the traditional New Year” to the Representative List of the […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni received Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in Rome this week. The two leaders discussed several challenges facing the European Union. ‘Old friendship, new chapter, big plans,’ Orbán wrote in a post on X following the meeting. During their discussions, Meloni congratulated Orbán on Hungary’s successful EU Presidency, highlighting […]
Read MoreParis: French President Emmanuel Macron said this week he will stay on “until the end” of his five-year term, until May 2027, after a no-confidence vote in parliament toppled the government. Speaking to the nation in a televised address on Thursday, Macron said he would name a new prime minister in the “coming days”. “The […]
Read MoreBeijing: China will continue to exempt certain U.S. goods from additional tariffs until the end of February next year, the Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council said this week. According to a statement issued in April, these items from the United States were excluded from the tariff countermeasures against the U.S. Section 301 measures […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in partnership with National Counter Terrorism Authority NACTA (NACTA) and support from the Embassy of Denmark, Islamabad this week kicked off the project ‘Strengthening Pakistan’s Response to effectively prevent the spread of violent extremism virtually and amongst youth in vulnerable communities (SPREE)’ by organizing […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week stressed the need for the ‘National Action Plan 2’ to combat terrorism in the country, following terrorist attacks against foreigners, civilians, and armed forces. “The government never desires for any citizen to lose their life in incidents of unrest. We hope both the […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: Strong momentum in the dining and retail sectors, a vibrant cultural and tourism market, and a higher quality of life driven by trade-in programs. With a series of policies aimed at boosting domestic demand and consumption taking effect, Henan’s consumption potential is accelerating. In October, the province’s total retail sales of consumer […]
Read MoreRepresentatives of the Belarusian tourism industry took part in an information tour of the Chinese Province of Henan at the end of November, BelTA learned from the National Tourism Agency. The delegation included representatives of the tour operators authorized by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People’s Republic of China to receive groups […]
Read MoreNewswire Beijing: The Si River, formerly known as Sishui, belongs to one of the major rivers in ancient times. The Si River that originates from Heiyu Mountain in Xintai City, Shandong Province, flows through seven counties and districts including Xintai, Sishui, Qufu, Yanzhou, Zoucheng, Rencheng, and Weishan, and drains into the South Four Lakes at […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week celebrated the PPP foundation day. “On #PPPFoundationDay, heartfelt congratulations to the leadership, workers & supporters of @PPP_Org for their unwavering commitment to democracy, equality, peace, and prosperity,” he posted on X. The PPP leader added: “Founded by Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, PPP […]
Read MoreNewswire Lisbon: Portugal has won the award for “Best Golf Destination in the World” at the World Golf Awards 2024 in Funchal, and has also scooped the prize for “Best Golf Destination in Europe” for the third year running. The announcement came this afternoon, with Turismo de Portugal attributing the country’s success “to the integrated […]
Read MoreNewswire Karachi: Bulgarian Ambassador Irena Gancheva called on Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah in Karachi this week. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations, economic and cultural cooperation and matters of mutual interest. On the occasion, Sindh Chief Minister apprised the Ambassador that Sindh government wants to enhance cooperation with Bulgaria in the […]
Read MoreAthens: Greece has decided to withdraw from the World Expo scheduled for next year in Osaka, Japan, the organizer said this week, with the European country citing fiscal constraints. It is the eighth country to drop out after initially planning to participate in the expo, to be hosted by the commercial hub of western Japan, […]
Read MoreNewswire Brussels: In a show of solidarity following Russia’s 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the European Union offered the prospect of eventual membership to Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia, signaling to the Kremlin that these countries are not within its sphere of influence. When United States President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House in January, […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: New funding announced this week will support first-of-its-kind investment facility to deliver climate technologies and private sector support in Pakistan. The announcement follows launch of FCDO report highlighting the estimated cost of inaction on climate change for Pakistan and delivers on UK climate change commitments. Minister for the Middle East, Hamish Falconer, […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The Government of Japan this week decided to provide grant assistance up to USD 95,311 (equivalent to PKR 26.5 million) in total to two local NGOs for development projects in Sindh. The grant contracts were signed between the Consul General of Japan, Mr. HATTORI Masaru, and representatives of the two NGOs at […]
Read MoreWashington: US trade officials announced on Nov 29 a new round of tariffs on solar panel imports from four South-east Asian nations after American manufacturers complained that companies there are flooding the market with unfairly cheap goods. It is the second of two preliminary decisions that President Joe Biden’s Commerce Department is making in 2024 […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week advised the Pakistani travellers to complete their homework before flying to Australia. “Important information to avoid difficulties at the airport!” he p[osted on X, tagging Australian High Commoner to Pakistan Neil Hawkins’ post which read: “Attention Australian visa holders! Got a shiny new passport? […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan Ambassador in France Asim Iftikhar Ahmad this week reiterated that facilitation of the diaspora was a top priority of the government and the embassy was fully committed towards that objective. The ambassador interacted with members of the Pakistan community in a Khuli Kuchehri at Pakistan Mission Paris which focused discussion on […]
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