Washington: US President Donald Trump this week announced that he had reached an agreement with Pakistan that will see Washington help develop the South Asian nation’s oil reserves. “We have just concluded a Deal with the Country of Pakistan, whereby Pakistan and the United States will work together on developing their massive Oil Reserves,” Trump […]
Read MoreDing Gang When news broke about the recent Thailand-Cambodia border conflict, my thoughts immediately turned to Rong Kluea Market. Covering over 66 acres along the border between Thailand’s Sa?Kaeo Province and Cambodia’s Poipet, this commercial hub features thousands of stalls forming a massive trading belt. Back in early 2011, during another border flare-up, my colleagues […]
Read MoreDing Gang In recent years, China has made remarkable archaeological discoveries, from the mysterious bronze artifacts of the Sanxingdui Ruins to the magnificent Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City. These findings have become essential chapters in human history. However, these globally significant achievements consistently receive “selective neglect” in Western mainstream media coverage. Is this a coincidence […]
Read MoreRome: Italian defense and aerospace group Leonardo said this week that it would acquire Iveco Defence, a division that makes armored vehicles for military and civil use, for 1.7 billion euros ($1.95 billion). Leonardo said the deal was expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals. “This transaction reinforces Leonardo’s […]
Read MoreNewswire London: Britain and France will develop a new generation of air-to-air missiles to replace the existing Meteor, the UK Defence Journal reported this week. The new missile will embody the entire technological potential of both countries, and its use will be possible both on sixth-generation aircraft and on existing combat aircraft of both countries. […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Media and Think Tank Summit Zhengzhou Consensus was released in Zhengzhou this week. The consensus was released at the ongoing SCO Media and Think Tank Summit, which is taking place in the capital of central China’s Henan Province, beginning on Wednesday and ending on Sunday last. More […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Lahore: Denmark is set to launch a three-year Strategic Sector Cooperation (SSC) program with Pakistan’s power sector, aimed at enhancing the technical capacity of key national energy institutions. The initiative, backed by the Danish Energy Agency (DEA), will begin on January 1, 2026, and is designed to support Pakistan’s transition towards a more […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari celebrated his 70th birthday this week and in this respect various cake cutting ceremonies were held in all parts of the country by the PPP workers and leaders to acknowledge the services of the veteran politician and co-chairman of the PPP. Felicitations poured in from across the PPP […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Ministerial Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (COMSTECH), Pakistan, and Tang Chinese Education and Technology Ltd., Beijing, China, this week signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in science, technology and education between China and OIC member states. The MoU was signed […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: Since 2021, China has introduced three major global frameworks: Global Development Initiative (GDI), the Global Security Initiative (GSI), and the Global Civilization Initiative (GCI). These proposals represent China’s contribution to addressing transnational challenges through multilateral cooperation. Amid persistent global instability, these initiatives offer stabilizing influence and forward momentum. Their significance lies in […]
Read MoreNewswire Lahore: In a big step to modernize agriculture and bolster food security, a high-level Chinese business delegation visited Punjab’s Agriculture House, offering cutting-edge technological solutions and investment proposals to revolutionize Pakistan’s farming landscape. Led by Guo Yuguo, the 18-member Chinese delegation engaged in an extensive consultative session with Punjab’s Agriculture Minister Syed Ashiq Hussain […]
Read MoreJessica Kelly Lisbon: As I walked up the trail overlooking Sete Cidades, one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal, the landscape unfolded like a gift—an immense volcanic crater carpeted in green, clouds reflecting in the twin lakes. It was a side of Portugal I never expected to find—and that was before the incredible wildlife encounters. […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: The government said this week Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will start flights to Manchester from August 14 after the United Kingdom lifted a ban on PIA flights. Privatisation Commission secretary Usman Bajwa made the statement during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Privatization, which was chaired by Senator Dr Afnan Ullah […]
Read MoreAmbassador Riina Kionka reiterates EU’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with Pakistan Celina Ali Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif this week underscored the significance of the European Union as one of Pakistan’s largest trading partners and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the GSP Plus scheme, which had proved to be mutually beneficial for both sides. The […]
Read MoreBerlin: The crisis has often been heard as a word for the German economy, but Germany has a strong foundation that makes experts believe in the strength of the EU’s largest economy. It has a chance to come back strong. What makes Germany so special? Jörg Krämer, Chief Economist at Commerzbank, claims: “Germany is diverse.” […]
Read MoreNewswire Sofia: Sofia-based Blue Longevity Clinic, a longevity medicine service provider, has raised €2 million to launch clinics in Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria, supported by proprietary digital technology and advanced diagnostic protocols. The round was led by Eleven Ventures with participation from Sofia Angels Ventures and several family offices. “We’re building a new kind of […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Siran Valley: The 21st National Children’s Mountain Conservation Meet, organized by Adventure Foundation Pakistan, successfully concluded its 10-day camp in the scenic Siran Valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The event brought together approximately 100 children from across Pakistan to focus on the critical theme of “Climate Change and its Impact on the Mountain Environment.” […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week said that President Asif Ali Zardari was a symbol of the federation and democracy. “Happy 70th Birthday to the President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari, a symbol of reconciliation, resilience, and democratic strength. A leader who bore years of unjust imprisonment, personal […]
Read MoreJakarta: Pakistani Ambassador to Indonesia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week said that Pakistan was committed to strengthen economic ties with ASEAN countries. “Pleased to join FPCCI event on strengthening ASEAN–Pakistan economic ties. Highlighted Pakistan’s dynamic workforce and vibrant diaspora across ASEAN, and emphasised boosting trade in agriculture, IT services, pharmaceuticals, and textiles,” the envoy said […]
Read MoreIslamabad: A long-standing advocate of the Palestinian cause, Pakistan is using its presidency of the UN Security Council to help refocus global attention on the crisis in Gaza and the wider Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s permanent representative to the UN, outlined his country’s vision in an interview as the South Asian country assumed […]
Read MoreLondon: The Minister of State for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, Mr. Awn Saqlain Chaudhry, convened with Pakistan’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr. Mohammad Faisal, at the Pakistan High Commission in London this week. The dialogue centered on vital matters pertinent to the Pakistani diaspora in the UK, with a particular emphasis […]
Read MoreTokyo: Japan’s $550 billion investment package agreed in this week’s U.S. tariff deal could help finance a Taiwanese firm building semiconductor plants in the U.S., Japan’s top trade negotiator Ryosei Akazawa said this week. Japan agreed to the sweeping U.S.-bound investment initiative, which includes equity, loans and guarantees, in exchange for lower tariffs on its […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The Government of Pakistan this week conferred the prestigious award of Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon Commander of United States Central Command General Michael E. Kurilla. The award has been given in recognition of his exemplary service and pivotal role in advancing enduring military cooperation between Pakistan and the United States. In a formal […]
Read MoreWarwick Powell The term “China Shock” has gained renewed currency in US policy discourse, , with recent warnings in the New York Times of a “China Shock 2.0.” The first wave, it claims, came in the early 2000s, unleashing a flood of low-cost manufactured goods that allegedly devastated US manufacturing. The second, they argue, is […]
Read MoreMartin Jacques When the US administration seeks to redefine America’s relationship with the world, including Europe, the latter’s response has been one of damage limitation. It has desperately sought to persuade the US to continue supporting the war against Russia in Ukraine, while, in order to mollify Washington, the European members of NATO have unanimously […]
Read MoreNewswire MILAN: Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said this week that recognizing the State of Palestine before it is established could be counterproductive. “I am very much in favor of the State of Palestine but I am not in favor of recognizing it prior to establishing it,” Meloni told Italian daily La Repubblica. “If something […]
Read MoreParis: French Prime Minister François Bayrou this week announced a strategic plan aiming to increase international tourism revenues in France to €100 billion ($117.47 billion) annually by 2030 – a rise of €29 billion compared to the €71 billion in revenue recorded in 2024. During a meeting of the Interministerial Tourism Committee held in the […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: To provide a quick overview of what its digital technology can do for China’s many small and medium-sized exporters, a Nanjing-based software firm put up nine striking Q&A posters at an ongoing trade fair in Beijing. “Where is my product most in-demand overseas?” “How can I ensure my product passes customs compliance?” […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The Embassy of Denmark this week hosted a farewell reception in honour of the Ambassador Jakob Linulf, marking the conclusion of his diplomatic tenure in Pakistan. Pakistan, Denmark reaffirm strengthening cultural cooperation The event was graced by the Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, who attended as the […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: In a major breakthrough for Pakistan’s aviation sector, the United Kingdom this week officially removed Pakistan from its air safety list, paving the way for Pakistani airlines to resume operations in British airspace after a five-year ban. The development has sparked a wave of relief and optimism among aviation authorities, passengers, and […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: China’s railway system set a new benchmark in the first half of this year, logging a record 2.24 billion passenger trips, up 6.7 percent from last year, as the country’s vast and increasingly advanced rail network continues to drive national mobility and support economic growth. The figures, released by China State Railway […]
Read MoreChina Economic Net Beijing: In a cavernous, unmanned factory on the grasslands of Inner Mongolia, the world’s fastest milk packaging machine seals 4.4 boxes of milk in literally “the blink of an eye”. Operating around the clock, this single machine produces 40,000 boxes daily – enough to supply nearly one million people. Welcome to the […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: On July 15, the 5th Foreign Languages Speech Contest for Introducing Henan to the World officially kicked off in Zhengzhou city, central China’s Henan province. The contest is guided by Henan People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (HPAFFC) and Henan Association of Higher Education (HAHE), co-sponsored by Henan Translators’ Association (HTA), […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Embassy of Portugal and Serena Hotels this week organised the inaugural Portugal Pakistan Chess Tournament. The event was organized in collaboration with the Chess Federation of Pakistan. The tournament was a symbolic celebration marking the National Day of Portugal in Pakistan and commemorated 75 years of diplomatic relations between Portugal and Pakistan. […]
Read MoreActing British High Commissioner Jo Moir meets Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal Celina Ali Islamabad: A delegation from the British High Commission – led by Acting British High Commissioner and Development Director Ms. Jo Moir –this week met with Federal Minister for Health, Syed Mustafa Kamal to explore avenues for aligning the United Kingdom’s support […]
Read MoreBerlin: Coordinated with Qatar, the flight departed this week as Berlin toughens migration policy. Officials said all deportees had criminal records and were required by law to leave. Germany deported 81 Afghanistan nationals to their country of origin on Friday, marking the second such operation since the Taliban seized power in 2021 and the first […]
Read MoreNewswire Yerevan: Armenia and Bulgaria are entering a new phase of cooperation in the field of technological innovation. A number of relevant documents were signed during the 9th meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic and Scientific-Technical Cooperation between the Republic of Armenia and Bulgaria, held in Sofia. According to the press service of the […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Imagine the refreshing scent of lemon trees on one side, and colorful towns cascading down cliffs on the other, quietly watching the waves of the Mediterranean. The Amalfi Coast is not just unforgettable for its breathtaking beauty but for the feelings it evokes. In Positano, pastel-colored homes cling to the hills, glowing golden […]
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