Ding Gang Like many viewers, I started planning a trip to Xinjiang after watching the TV series To the Wonder, which puts the spotlight on the nomadic life in Altay in Northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. This fresh, authentic, and poetic story feels more like a call to those who have lived in cities […]
Read MoreZheng Yongnian Today, no one can underestimate the possibility of a world war breaking out. The world is rapidly polarizing and this polarization is evident across major dimensions including economic, ideological and geopolitical. It is crucial to emphasize that this polarization is being engineered from the top down – artificially – rather than emerging organically […]
Read MoreRome: Italy’s Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, this week said that no party in France emerged victorious in the just-concluded legislative elections, in which the far-right National Rally (RN) was beaten into third by a leftist coalition and President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist bloc. The Italian leader’s comments were part of reactions pouring from across Europe over […]
Read MoreAlza Kryeziu Copenhagen: All foreign students holding work permits in Denmark can now work part-time in the country for 90 hours per month. The new rules that came into effect today, July 1, also apply to those who want to work full-time for three months this year (June, July, and August ). Denmark recently eased […]
Read MoreHefei: The man who spearheaded China’s electric car strategy said Wednesday that Chinese investment in the European electric vehicles industry could be a way forward for both sides amid trade tensions. “I believe the governments [of China and the European Union] are now considering how, through negotiations, they can combine investment together with commodity trade,” […]
Read MoreRudy Ruitenberg Paris: Denmark plans to bring home its six F-35 Joint Strike Fighters currently being used to train pilots in the US as the delivery schedule for an upgraded version of the aircraft continues to slip. The six Danish F-35 jets in TR-2 configuration stationed at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona will be […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Aseefa Bhutto Zardari has decided not to draw salary and allowances as a Member of the National Assembly (MNA). In a letter to Secretary General National Assembly Secretariat, Aseefa stated that she would not draw the pay and allowances from National Assembly of Pakistan. Aseefa, youngest daughter […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: Chairman Senate, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani this week termed China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) a success story and said that the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Pakistan and China for 2nd phase underscored the will for continued collaboration in diverse sectors. He expressed these views while addressing the launch of the […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad, June 25: A high level follow-up meeting on the Prime Minister’s recent visit to China was held under the Chairmanship of Federal Minister for Board of Investment, Privatization and Communications Abdul Aleem Khan and Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan. In this meeting the progress was reviewed about Chinese and Pakistani Companies […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal said this week that mega infrastructure development projects were completed in the first phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects and added 8,000 Megawatts (MW) of electricity to the national grid. Addressing a high-level policy dialogue organized by the Belt and Road Investment […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week said PPP chief Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s speech on budget was highly inspiring and comprehensive. “Bilawal Bhutto Zardari delivered a highly inspiring and comprehensive budget speech, addressing the country’s socio-economic, political, and security issues,” he said in a statement. Umar Rehman Malik, he […]
Read MoreNewswire Lisbon: The Portuguese Air Force this week received its second KC-390 multi-mission aircraft from aerospace giant Embraer. The new aircraft follows the delivery of its sister plane last year under a five-unit 2019 deal, signed to bolster the air force’s transport and cargo capabilities. Embraer’s eighth global C-390 craft is fitted with standard NATO […]
Read MoreNewswire Athens: There has been a spate of tourist deaths in Greece as temperatures hit 43 degrees. Tourists and visitors to Greece have been warned not to “take unnecessary risks” in the wake of the deaths of Europeans during the recent heatwave. Three tourists were found dead in just one week, more went missing and […]
Read MoreNewswire Sofia – Women account for 27% of Bulgaria’s new National Assembly (parliament), elected by a snap vote on June 9 and sworn in on June 19. After the European elections, which, in Bulgaria, coincided with the vote for the national legislature, the country sent only four women to the European Parliament, where it has […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Dr Riina Kionka, Ambassador of the European Union (EU) to Pakistan this week called on the Federal Minister for Law and Justice and Human Rights Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar. In the meeting, relations between Pakistan and European Union and issues of mutual interest were discussed, said a press release. The law minister […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: A team of researchers from the University of Karachi (UoK) has been honoured with the prestigious “Outstanding Team Impact Prize” by the UK’s Medical Research Council (MRC). The award recognized the team’s collaborative approach to medical research, which has made a significant impact in the field. Led by Prof. Dr. M. Iqbal […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom Dr. Mohammad Faisal this week said that the International Defence Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS), Pakistan had emerged as the international rendezvous of top entrepreneurs to promote defence collaboration, joint ventudres, global peace and prosperity. He was speaking at a webinar titled “Doing Defence & Security […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri had a productive meeting with Gulmina Bilal to discuss the vocational & technical training. “Had excellent meeting with @GulminaBila. Discussed various options to provide world-class vocational & technical training to Pakistani youth. With the focus shifting towards skills-based education globally, role of #NAVTTC is critical in […]
Read MoreNewswire London: The High Commissioner of Pakistan to the UK, Dr. Mohammad Faisal this week lauded the unwavering dedication of Pakistan Society for enhancing the relationship between Pakistan and the UK. The envoy who is also the Honorary President of Pakistan Society, made the remarks at the 69th Annual Dinner of Pakistan Society at London. […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Italy embassy in Pakistan this week confirmed increase in the Schengen visa fees. “Please be informed that, following the publication of the Delegated Regulation of the European Commission n. 2024/1415 of 14/03/2024, Schengen visa fee amounts have changed,” said a statement by the embassy. It added: “The new wording of the art. […]
Read MoreTokyo: Along with having the world’s cleanest airport, Japan continues to maintain its high standards in the airline industry with two of the country’s major carriers ranked as some of the best internationally. This year’s World Airline Awards by Skytrax just named two Japanese carriers in the world’s top ten airlines list: All Nippon Airways […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: US Ambassador Donald Blome this visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where he was welcomed by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. This visit followed the passage of a resolution in the National Assembly against a recent resolution by the US House of Representatives during the National Economic Budget 2024-25 […]
Read MoreHu Xijin After Joe Biden and Donald Trump faced each other again on Thursday night local time, the Democratic Party went into panic, and Biden’s credibility began to waver. Most mainstream media outlets in the US are Democratic strongholds, but they are all lamenting the president’s performance. CNN’s headline reads “Biden’s disastrous debate pitches his […]
Read MoreDing Gang The British magazine “The Economist” recently published an article about China’s education “export,” entitled “China wants to export education, too.” The word “too” is quite eye-catching. The article mentions that due to domestic market overcapacity, Chinese companies that run private schools are increasingly investing abroad, particularly in Asia. Many Chinese schools are primarily […]
Read MoreCovert Report Milan : Italy is asking Google to pay 1 billion euros ($1.07 billion) in unpaid taxes and penalties, three sources with direct knowledge of the matter said on Friday, seven years after the US company settled a landmark tax dispute with Rome authorities. “We comply with tax regulations in all countries where we […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan’s Ambassador to France Asim Iftikhar Ahmad this week attended a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony between Business Forum and International Business & Professional Corporation aimed at boosting commerce and trade activities and promoting ‘Made in Pakistan’ Products in France. Participants appreciated the working of Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), which […]
Read MoreYang 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 […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf said this week that Denmark will continue to help Pakistan with green transition. In an interview, the Ambassador shared insights into Denmark’s extensive efforts to aid Pakistan in climate change adaptation and green transition. Ambassador Linulf, with his vast experience in trade, business promotion, climate, […]
Read MoreLiaquat 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 […]
Read MoreNewswire 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 […]
Read MoreNewswire 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 […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Italy’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Marilina Armellin, this week announced a significant initiative aimed at educating out-of-school children in Pakistan through Interactive Radio Instruction (IRI). Education remains a distant dream for many children in rural Pakistan. Recognizing this, Ambassador Armellin has spearheaded an initiative to leverage radio broadcasts to highlight the benefits of […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: China Pakistan Study Centre (CPSC) at Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) this week hosted a roundtable discussion titled, “Astana Summit 2024: Solidifying SCO’s Partnerships”. The event was moderated by Dr Talat Shabbir, Director CPSC. The speakers at the roundtable included Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General ISSI; Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman BoG, […]
Read MoreLisbon: A new circular hiking trail is being opened in Portugal to combat over-tourism. Portugal’s renowned tourist hotspots, such as Lisbon and the Algarve, are often overwhelmed with visitors. In response, a new hiking trail, Palmilhar Portugal (Walking Portugal), aims to restore balance by drawing tourists to lesser-known regions. This project will become the world’s […]
Read MoreNewswire Athens: For most people, labor law can be boring. But when someone suggests working an extra day, people start to pay attention. In Greece, new regulations are coming into effect on July 1 that make this possible. After that day certain industrial and manufacturing facilities, as well as businesses providing 24/7 services, can move […]
Read MoreLondon: 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 […]
Read MoreNewswire Brussels: The Commission welcomes the Council’s adoption of a 14th package of sanctions against Russia. The new package responds to the needs and findings on the ground, and tackles enforcement issues. As the Russian aggression against Ukraine continues, the EU remains determined to keep acting to further reduce Russia’s sources of revenue and capacity […]
Read MoreNewswire Sofia: The Bulgarian labour market is facing a shortage of workers ranging from 250,000 to 300,000, as asserted by the human resources expert Georgi Parvanov. Among these, 70,000 are attributed to the lack of seasonal workers, Schengen.News reports. Parvanov, who is a member of the executive committee of the Confederation of Employment, suggested that […]
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