Kazakhstan and China partner for Sany wind turbine plant

Astana: Kazakhstan’s Samruk-Kazyna state fund and China’s SANY Renewable Energy (SANY RE) have begun construction of a $114 million wind turbine component manufacturing plant in the Zhambyl region, marking a step in the country’s renewable energy sector. The plant, which is set to begin operations in late 2025, will produce essential components such as nacelles, […]

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New welcome center for migrants in Milan, Italy

Newswire Milan: Milan has a new center for migrants, the Milano Welcome Center, which will be a unique point of access to services for those who just arrived in town and have been granted international protection. The Milano Welcome Center, housed in a refurbished 2,000-square-meter municipal building near Milan Central Station, hosts approximately 60 professionals, […]

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Lebanon deal should prompt all parties to pursue immediate ceasefire in Gaza

China Daily One day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the Israeli Security Cabinet had approved a two-month deal to end the fighting in Lebanon, a ceasefire came into effect on Wednesday, marking a significant step forward for efforts to end the hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah and fueling hopes that a deal […]

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France shows off restored Notre Dame after ‘impossible’ restoration

Francesco Fontemaggi Paris: France this week showed off to the world the gleaming restored interior of Notre Dame cathedral, just over a week before the 850-year-old mediaeval edifice reopens following painstaking restoration after the devastating 2019 fire. President Emmanuel Macron conducted an inspection of the restoration, broadcast live on television, saying workers had done the […]

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China to grant visa-free entry to citizens of more countries

Newswire Beijing: China will soon grant visa-free entry to citizens of Japan and eight other countries as part of its ongoing efforts to boost international tourism and business travel, authorities announced this week. From November 30, 2024 to December 31, 2025, trial visa exemption will be applied to ordinary passport holders from Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, […]

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Denmark supports launch of wastewater treatment initiative

Jaranwala: Danish Ambassador Jakob Linulf this week emphasised the challenges faced by developing countries in wastewater treatment, linking the lack of effective systems to environmental degradation and the acceleration of climate change He expressed these views while speaking at a seminar organised by the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) on wastewater treatment. The seminar, chaired […]

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Bilawal Bhutto urges action for children’s future

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week underscored the critical importance of safeguarding, empowering and fostering the holistic development of children. He stated that children embody the aspirations for a brighter future, and their well-being must remain a national priority. In a statement on Universal Children’s Day, the PPP […]

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Henan emerges as logistics hub for Latin American trade

Henan Daily Zhengzhou: This year marks the 10th anniversary of China’s proposal to build a China-Latin America community with a shared future. Over the past decade, Henan province has significantly contributed to China’s deep connection with Latin America. Henan has positioned itself as a logistics hub connecting the Chinese and Latin American markets, thanks to […]

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Surpassing 10 million units! How many NEVs contributed by Henan?

Henan Daily Zhengzhou: China this week reached a significant milestone in the new energy vehicle (NEV) industry, becoming the first country in the world to achieve an annual production volume surpassing 10,000,000 vehicles. This marks a major achievement in the global shift toward sustainable transportation. At the same time, Central China’s Henan province, which has […]

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Fossils in Greece suggest human ancestors evolved in Europe, not Africa

Tasos Kokkinidis Athens: A recent analysis of fossils recovered in the 1990s in the village of Nikiti in northern Greece supports the controversial theory that apes, the ancestors of humans, evolved in Southeastern Europe instead of Africa. The 8 or 9-million-year-old fossils had first been linked to the extinct ape called Ouranopithecus. However, a team […]

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Andrew Dalgleish: A distinguished British diplomat leaves Pakistan for next assignment in France

Celina Ali Islamabad: Andrew Dalgleish, a distinguished British diplomat, this week left Pakistan as the Deputy High Commissioner of the United Kingdom in Pakistan and now prepares to assume his new role as the British Ambassador to France. With a career spanning decades of service, Dalgleish has been recognized for his leadership, diplomacy, and commitment […]

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Prominent diplomat Matt Cannell new British Deputy High Commissioner to Pakistan

Celina Ali Islamabad: British High Commissioner in Pakistan Jane Mariott this week welcomed Matt Cannell as the new Deputy High Commissioner to Pakistan, marking the beginning of an exciting chapter. With a distinguished career spanning diverse roles in diplomacy and development, Cannell brings a wealth of experience to this critical position. Prior to his appointment, […]

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Travellers on Schengen visas can add two more countries to their Europe itinerary starting Jan 2025

Celina Ali Brussels: Romania and Bulgaria are poised to gain full Schengen Area membership by early 2025, following Austria’s decision to lift its opposition. This agreement, reached during ministerial discussions, paves the way for unrestricted travel across land borders, complementing their existing air and maritime access. Romania and Bulgaria are on track to become full […]

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700 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa youngsters trained on market-driven skills

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Some 700 youngsters from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including 375 women, learnt critical market-driven vocational and technical skills through a three-month-long training programme that had been supported by the government of Japan, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Sarhad Rural Support Programme (SRSP). The training programme was designed to empower youth from […]

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More school counsellors to visit US, says Ambassador Blome

Celina Ali Islamabad : US Ambassador Donald Blome this week highlighted the upward trend of Pakistani students seeking higher education in the United States and said the rise in student exchanges reflected the growing educational partnership between the two countries. During the annual EducationUSA High Achievers’ and Counsellors’ Recognition Ceremony held here during International Education […]

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PPP-led government in Sindh has done wonders in health sector: Umar Rehman Malik

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week said that the PPP-led government in Sindh has done wonders in the health sector. “Under leadership of Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, PPP has achieved a milestone in healthcare for Sindh. Karachi’s Chest Pain Units (CPUs), an initiative of @nicvd_karachi,” he posted on […]

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Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri celebrates Pakistan’s achievement in Melbourne

Canberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week celebrated thew “Best Pavilion” award won by Pakistan at the global sourcing expo in Melbourne Convention Center. “Pakistan’s pavilion secures the prestigious “Best Pavilion” award at the global sourcing expo held at the Melbourne Convention Center from November 19 to 21,” he posted on […]

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Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad greets Sikh community on Guru Nanak Jayanti

Paris: Pakistani Ambassador to France Asim Iftikhar Ahmad this week greeted the Sikh community on Guru Nanak Jayanti. The envoy praised the contribution of minorities in Pakistan and highlighted that they enjoy the equal status as Pakistani citizens. Earlier, Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi issued more than 3,000 visas to Sikh pilgrims from India […]

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France, Global partners provide $55 million financial package to Pakistan to fight polio

Celina Ali Islamabad: A $55 million financial package, including $20 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, has been allocated to strengthen polio eradication efforts in Pakistan. The initiative, facilitated by the French development agency Agence Française de Développement (AFD), was announced during the visit of the Polio Oversight Board (POB) to Pakistan. […]

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US-led tech blockade a catalyst for China’s unprecedented innovation

Ding Gang A few days ago, I had the opportunity to attend the biennial Airshow China in Zhuhai, South China’s Guangdong Province, a significant event in the global aerospace industry. As I walked through the exhibition, I was enveloped by an awe-inspiring array of cutting-edge technological marvels, each more impressive than the last. This wasn’t […]

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China’s ‘people-centered, AI-for-good’ principles shine at WIC Wuzhen Summit

Global Times From Tuesday to Friday, the 2024 World Internet Conference (WIC) Wuzhen Summit took place in Wuzhen, East China’s Zhejiang Province. This year marks the 11th anniversary of the summit, officially opening a new chapter in its second decade. Artificial intelligence (AI), a key area in global technological advancement for the next decade, has […]

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Giorgia Meloni and Javier Milei to promote “Western values” together

Buenos Aires: Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and President Javier Milei met in Buenos Aires after the G20 summit in Brazil to discuss strengthening ties between Italy and Argentina. This marked Meloni’s first bilateral meeting in Latin America since taking office in 2022—a choice she emphasized was no coincidence during their joint press conference. Both leaders […]

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Ambassador Nicolas Galey reaffirms France support for polio eradication in Pakistan

Celina Ali Islamabad: French Ambassador to Pakistan, Nicolas Galey, this week reaffirmed France’s support for Pakistan’s polio eradication efforts, highlighting international collaboration as key to tackling this pressing health challenge. Speaking at a gathering hosted at the French residence, Ambassador Galey welcomed prominent figures, including Secretary Niaz, Ayesha Farooq, the Prime Minister’s Focal Person on […]

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Fourth Pakistan-Denmark bilateral political consultations held to boost ties

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan and Denmark this week held the fourth round of Bilateral Political Consultations in Islamabad. The Pakistan delegation was led by Additional Foreign Secretary (Europe), Ambassador Shafqat Ali Khan, while the Denmark side was led by State Secretary for Foreign Policy, Ambassador Lisbet Zilmer-Johns. The two sides conducted a comprehensive review of […]

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Bilawal Bhutto accuses PML-N of not upholding political agreements

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week expressed frustration with the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), accusing the party of violating agreements and failing to provide PPP with respect in the federal government. Speaking to journalists, Bilawal said that the issue was not about personal grievances but about honour and […]

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The only award in Chinese mainland! Henan Airport Group wins Service Excellence Award in Asia-Pacific

Henan Daily Zhengzhou: On November 5, at the awards ceremony of the Super Terminal Expo held at the Asia World-Expo in Hong Kong, Henan Airport Group was honored with the Service Excellence Award for Asia-Pacific Airports, becoming the only airport of Chinese mainland to receive this recognition. Thanks to years of continuous efforts, Zhengzhou airport, […]

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Henan collects 33.46 million packages on ‘Double 11’

Henan Daily ?Zhengzhou: Henan’s postal and express delivery industry collected 33.46 million parcels on November 11, the annual online shopping festival in China, marking a 16.7% increase compared to the previous year. Additionally, the total number of parcels delivered reached 27.57 million, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 21.8%, according to data released by the Henan […]

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People believe in politics of PPP: Umar Rehman Malik

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week said that the people believe in the politics of PPP. “The PPP’s resounding victory in Sindh’s local government by-elections reflects the people’s trust in Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s leadership and PPP unwavering commitment to serving the public and resolving their issues,” he […]

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