Celina Ali Islamabad: Ambassador and Head of the Delegation of the European Union to Pakistan Dr Riina Kionka this week said the EU was committed to supporting initiatives that enhance human capital and empower women in Pakistan. “I am excited to lay the foundation for a modern TVET centre that will prepare women for the […]
Read MoreDing Gang Apple is reportedly to reveal its latest iPhone SE4 on Wednesday. Expected to sell for roughly $499 in China (with government subsidies making it cheaper for some), the new device signals Apple’s effort to tap into the mid-range market without losing its signature premium appeal. Why does the global tech application pattern increasingly […]
Read MoreGlobal Times Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, who is also Chinese lead person for China-US economic and trade affairs, held a video call Friday with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on bilateral important economic issues. The two sides exchanged in-depth views on the implementation of consensus reached by the two heads of state during their […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said Monday that the European Union should not adopt a stance that would contradict US policy on Ukraine. Reporting on an emergency meeting of European leaders on Ukraine held in Paris that Meloni attended, the agency said she was not pleased with its restricted format, as it did […]
Read MoreCelebrates PIA’s direct flights between Islamabad, Paris Celina Ali Islamabad: In a momentous celebration of strengthened air connectivity and diplomatic ties, French Ambassador to Pakistan, Nicolas Galey, hosted an exclusive reception this week at the French residence in Islamabad. The gathering marked the highly anticipated resumption of direct flights between Islamabad and Paris, operated by […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: A pack of 10 robot dogs leaped, spun and waved in perfect harmony to a traditional dance song during China Media Group’s 2025 Intangible Cultural Heritage Gala on January 31, wowing audiences with their synchronized moves. The electrifying performance quickly ignited social media, where impressed users dubbed them “the most dedicated dance […]
Read MoreCopenhagen: A satirical counteroffer to President Donald Trump’s proposal to buy Greenland has popped in the form of a petition that suggests that Denmark should buy California. More than 200,000 people have signed up for the plan, which says the Scandinavian country needs “more sunshine, palm trees, and roller skates.” “Måke Califørnia Great Ægain,” reads […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, a member of the National Assembly and prominent leader of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), has become the only lawmaker among 314 members to refuse her monthly salary. The daughter of President Asif Ali Zardari and sister of PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Aseefa Bhutto Zardari was […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: At 11:31 AM on February 7, Henan’s renewable energy output hit a record high of 30.77 million kilowatts, including 24.4 million from photovoltaic power and 6.37 million from wind power, accounting for 51.1% of the province’s total electricity load at that moment. According to the State Grid Henan Electric Power Company, this […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: Federal Minister for National Food Security & Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, this week chaired a high-level meeting to review progress on Prime Minister’s Initiative for Short-Term Training of 1,000 Agricultural Graduates in China. The initiative aims to enhance the skills of young professionals in nine priority areas of modern agriculture through three- […]
Read MoreNewswire Beijing: Pakistan Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi met with Vice Administrator of China National Space Administration, Bian Zhigang who called on him at the Pakistan Embassy here this week. The two sides reviewed, with satisfaction, Pak-China robust space cooperation including the milestones achieved in 2024. Ambassador Hashmi said that he was looking ahead to […]
Read MoreEU-Pakistan dosti celebrated at EuroVillage 2025 Celina Ali Islamabad: Thousands of participants gathered at the Pakistan National Council of Arts (PNCA) this week to enjoy the vibrant “EuroVillage” festival, organised by the Delegation of the European Union in collaboration with the EU Member States. The event provided a unique opportunity for the residents of Islamabad […]
Read MoreBritish High Commissioner Jane Marriott meets Finance Minister Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan and the United Kingdom this week agreed to continue working closely to enhance economic cooperation and explore new avenues for collaboration. This agreement reached during a meeting between Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and British High Commissioner Jane Marriott in Islamabad. During the meeting, […]
Read MoreNewswire Lisbon: His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan, the 50th Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, met with His Excellency Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, President of Portugal, at the Palácio de Belém this week. This was His Highness’s first official meeting with the President following his accession as Imam. During their discussion, the President extended […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Foreign Minister Tajani this week proposed simplifying the process, enhancing gradual integration, and improving strategic communication. The plan has been presented to EU officials and Balkan representatives, emphasising Rome’s commitment to regional stability Accelerating EU accession. At a ministerial meeting in Rome on Monday, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani presented a national position […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: A mesmerizing photo exhibition titled ‘Beautiful Japan – Through the Eyes of an Ambassador’ opened this week at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), offering a stunning visual journey through the many facets of Japanese life. The exhibition, capturing the essence of Japan’s culture, landscapes, people, and technological marvels, is […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi this week expressed the hope that bilateral relations between Pakistan and the US would gain momentum during the tenure of President Donald Trump. The minister held a meeting with US Chargé D’affaires Natalie Baker who called on him where they discussed matters of mutual interest, and ways to […]
Read MoreNewswire Sofia: Customs officers from the district of Rousse in Bulgaria have stopped an attempt to smuggle 1620kg of refrigerant at the border with Romania. The truck, driven by a Bulgarian national, was stopped on the ring road of the city Vidin on the approach to the Vidin to Calafat bridge crossing to Romania. Also […]
Read MoreMunich: Chancellor Olaf Scholz of Germany on Saturday accused Vice President JD Vance of unacceptably interfering in his country’s imminent elections on behalf of a party that has played down the atrocities committed by the Nazis 80 years ago. A day after Mr. Vance stunned the Munich Security Conference by telling German leaders to drop […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri said this week that the Pakistan High Commission in Australia was committed to serve the Pakistani community. “Ensuring the welfare of the Pakistani community in Australia remains our top-most priority,” the envoy posted on X, Earlier, Consul General Mr. Qamar Zaman visited Mr. Talah Javed in […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan has said it hoped the UN’s Second World Social Summit to be held in Doha later this year would be a “turning point” in stepping up financial and structural support for developing nations to achieve the goal of inclusive social development. On Feb. 26, 2024, the United Nations General Assembly adopted […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week said that Pakistan and Türkiye were historic friends. “The historic visit of President @RTErdogan marked by President @AAliZardari and First Lady @AseefaBZ’s gracious welcome, reflects the enduring bond between Türkiye and Pakistan—rooted in brotherhood, shared history, and a future of mutual cooperation,” […]
Read MoreAthens: According to a proposed legislative measure, Greece plans to offer financial incentives to citizens who choose to live in villages along the Evros River, which marks the border with Türkiye. Social Cohesion and Family Affairs Minister Sofia Zacharaki has introduced a bill to the parliament that envisages a 10,000 euros ($10,500) subsidy for families […]
Read MoreDing Gang “Three dollars for one of these?!” I stared in disbelief at the avocado prices on my computer screen. Years ago, when I was working in New York, avocados were one of the cheapest fruits in the supermarket, selling for just 99 cents each. Looking at the price tags on e-commerce platforms, I can […]
Read MoreGlobal Times Canada, long known for championing “value-based diplomacy,” recently staged a textbook example of “value-confused diplomacy.” Amid persistent calls from the US “wanting” Canada as its 51st State and ongoing threats of tariffs, 13 Canadian premiers recently visited Washington for lobby. However, what drew particular attention was not the US-Canada relations, but their decision […]
Read MoreRome: Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni wants to find a solution for Italian-run migrant centres in Albania before a decision of the European Court of Justice. Premier Giorgia Meloni is considering plans to repurpose two controversial Italian-run centers in Albania to keep them operational after Italy’s courts blocked the implementation of a protocol between Rome and […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: President of the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) Dominique Pradalié, met with Nicolas Galey, Ambassador of France to Pakistan, to discuss the current Pakistani media landscape including in light of developments in the legal framework in this regard. Pradalié emphasized the importance of upholding freedom of expression and press freedom, as enshrined […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: In the first month of 2025, Henan Zhongyu International Port Group operated 303 China-Europe freight trains, transporting goods worth approximately $490 million with a total weight of about 385,000 tons. This marks the highest January record in the company’s history, laying a solid foundation for high-quality development in the new year and […]
Read MoreCopenhagen: Denmark’s strict immigration policies resulted in the granting of just 860 asylum requests last year, the lowest number with the exception of 2020, when Covid-19 lockdowns halted new arrivals. Denmark’s immigration approach has been influenced by the far-right parties for over 20 years, with Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, the head of the Social Democrats, […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said this week that public relations between Pakistan and the United States should be strengthened. Bilawal Bhutto, while talking to Pakistani media representatives in Washington after attending the national prayer breakfast hosted by President Donald Trump, said that he had important meetings with leaders […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: Henan’s film market kicks off 2025 with a strong start in Spring Festival sales. During the eight-day Spring Festival holiday, the province’s box office revenue reached 587 million yuan, a 15.47% increase from the same period in 2024, according to the local authority on February 5, accounting for 6.15% of the national […]
Read MoreChina Economic Net Belgrade: The Hubei Performing Arts Group brought a vibrant showcase of Chinese folk arts to Belgrade, on Saturday evening with a flash performance at Galerija Shopping Mall, as part of Serbia’s Spring Festival celebrations. The “Charming Hubei” program kicked off with a suona solo, “Snow Lantern Festival,” immediately drawing a crowd. This […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: During the 2025 Spring Festival holiday (from January 28 to February 4), Henan’s postal and express delivery services saw a steady increase, with more than 100 million parcels collected and delivered, according to the local authority on February 7. Of these, 56.3967 million parcels were collected, marking a 30.01% increase compared to […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Gujrat: Portuguese Ambassador to Pakistan, Mr Frederico Silva this week visited the Hafiz Hayat Campus of the University of Gujrat (UoG) where he was warmly received by Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Zahoorul Haq, senior academics, and administration officials. Mian Imran Masood, former education minister of Punjab and vice chancellor of the University of […]
Read MoreNewswire London: It is one of the least appreciated substances on the planet and its misuse is now threatening to unleash environmental mayhem. Phosphorus is a key component of fertilisers that have become vital in providing food for the world. But at the same time, the spread of these phosphorus compounds – known as phosphates […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan this week sought technical support from Germany to develop its climate action plans and accelerate the transition to clean energy sources, according to Coordinator to the Prime Minister for Climate Change, Romina Khurshid Alam. During a meeting with a three-member delegation from Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, led […]
Read MoreSofia: The newly elected government in Sofia this week reaffirmed its commitment to the country’s entry into the eurozone in 2026 and promised to keep a tight lid on budget spending. PM Rosen Zhelyazkov announced that the 2025 budget will set a deficit of no more than 3%, which would meet the Maastricht criteria, amid […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: A team of archaeologists and law enforcement officials has uncovered ancient tombs in southern Italy, including what may be a warrior’s tomb, following an investigation into illegal construction that damaged a historical burial site. Authorities announced the discovery on Wednesday, shedding light on a significant archaeological find linked to the region’s past. The […]
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