Global Times After the recent illegal trespassing by Philippine resupply vessels into waters adjacent to Ren’ai Jiao was responded by China Coast Guard’s legitimate act to defend its rights, the Philippines has been continuing to make and even escalate unfounded countercharges. The Philippines will implement countermeasures against “illegal, coercive, aggressive, and dangerous attacks” by China […]
Read MoreNewswire Djibouti: Embassy of Pakistan in the Republic of Djibouti celebrated 84th Anniversary of Pakistan National Day in Djibouti city this week. The Chief Guest of the ceremony was H.E. Dileita Mohamed Dileita, President of the National Assembly of Djibouti. Among other local dignitaries who attended the even were Mr. Mohamed Ali Homed, former President […]
Read MoreAssem Assaniyaz Astana: Almaty hosted the 69th meeting of the Ski Club of International Journalists (SCIJ) in early March. This was the first edition of the annual week-long meeting of the club in Central Asia. Swiss journalist and filmmaker Fritz Muri, one of the participants, shared impressions from his winter trip to Kazakhstan in an […]
Read MoreBrussels: Ambassador of Pakistan to European Union, Belgium and Luxembourg Amna Baloch this week said that there were numerous trade and investment opportunities available to foreign firms in Pakistan’s multiple sectors. The ambassador, addressing a webinar on opportunities in Pakistan’s textile sector, emphasized the government’s commitment to facilitating them through the Special Investment Facilitation Council […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Who has never dreamed of retracing the steps of the best-loved protagonists of the silver screen? Hands up if you haven’t imagined yourself being beckoned by Anita Ekberg in a long black dress, wet from bathing in the Trevi Fountain, or driving through the Tuscan hills in a Fiat 500 convertible! In response […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week highlighted the Holy Quran placed at the Islamic Museum in Melbourne. “The Holy Quran in the Islamic Museum in Melbourne, used by Muslim Minister Ed Husic when he took oath in the Parliament was published in Karachi, Pakistan by Idaratul Quran,” the envoy posted […]
Read MoreMiranda Bryant Stockholm: Denmark has pledged to put up more statues of women, with the country’s culture minister saying the capital has “more statues of mythical beasts and horses”. According to the Danish government, only 31 of 321 statues and busts in Danish cities are of women. Of the 101 named statues in Copenhagen, only […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan and Japan this week expressed their desire to further enhance the bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Japan and pledged to work together towards achieving common goals for the benefit of both nations. The Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, Mitsuhiro Wada, called on Mr. Muhammad Aurangzeb, the Minister for Finance and Revenue, […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The embassy of Pakistan Tokyo is constantly exploring employment opportunities for Pakistani youth in Japan. In this context, Borderlink, a Japanese human resort company, has hired 32 Assistant Language Teachers from Pakistan in collaboration with the Embassy of Pakistan Tokyo and Overseas Employment Corporation. On Saturday, a welcome event for teachers was […]
Read MoreNewswire Beirut: Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati this week mistook an aide to Giorgia Meloni for the Italian Prime Minister herself when a delegation from Rome arrived in Beirut. Mr Mikati was waiting on the tarmac at Beirut airport for the Italian leader to descend the stairs from her plane. As one of Ms Meloni’s […]
Read MoreRudy Ruitenberg ParisL: The French government this week threatened local defense firms with measures including requisitioning and order prioritization to accelerate the production of missiles and artillery shells. Armed Forces Minister Sébastien Lecornu said he may force firms to put defense orders before civilian ones in coming weeks if manufacturing doesn’t speed up, especially for […]
Read MoreChina Economic Net Wuhan: The 2024 Cherry Blossom Viewing: Business Cooperation & Fortune Global 500 with Hubei, a talk platform, held a series of activities this week in Wuhan, central China’s Hubei Province, with an eye on international cooperation between European enterprises and Hubei. More than 600 attendees, including diplomatic envoys, representatives of domestic and […]
Read MoreNewswire Lisbon: While the increase in Irish holidaymakers in Portugal has shown impressive growth, the number of those choosing to live there permanently has soared further. The Portuguese border and immigration authority (formerly known as SEF, now renamed AIMA) reports that there were just 805 Irish citizens living in Portugal in 2013. By 2022, that […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: A contingent of Chinese military forces participated in the annual Pakistan Day parade held in Islamabad this week much to the delight of the Pakistani leaders and public. Pakistan had extended an invitation to the friendly People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China to participate in this customary event, alongside military representatives from other […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari this week conferred insignias of military awards upon 42 officers of Pakistan armed forces for rendering meritorious services for defence of the motherlandThe Presidential Investiture ceremony was held at the Aiwan-e-Sadr in connection with Pakistan Day and was attended by senior officers of Pakistan armed forces, government officials […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif this week expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the security forces for their successful thwarting of the attack on the Gwadar Port Authority (GPA) Complex. In a statement, he highlighted the exceptional bravery and professional prowess displayed by the security forces in confronting the attackers, emphasizing that such actions […]
Read MoreStaff Writer Islamabad: Pakistani Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Muhammad Aurangzeb this week expressed his strong interest in engaging Chinese investors through the groundbreaking initiative of issuing Panda bonds, aiming to raise up to US $ 300 million for the first time this year. In a statement, Minister Aurangzeb highlighted the significance of venturing […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week paid glowing tribute to Madar-e-Jamhuriat Begum Nusrat Bhutto. “On Madar-e-Jamhuriat Begum Nusrat Bhutto’s birth anniversary, we honour her immense sacrifice. She lost her husband Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto, and sons Mir Murtaza Bhutto and Shahnawaz Bhutto, as well as her daughter Shaheed […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, and British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Ms. Jane Marriott, this week outlined key strategies to bolster the already robust trade relations between Pakistan and the UK. In a meeting here, Minister Jam Kamal Khan emphasized the deep-rooted political and historical ties between the two nations, […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif this week extended his “best wishes” to King Charles III. He was speaking to British High Commissioner Jane Marriott who called him at Prime Minister’s House in Islamabad. On this occasion, matters in line with the country’s economic situation and development projects were underscored. Both PM Sharif and […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari this week called for expanding the scope of bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Japan across a wide spectrum of areas, especially trade, investment, economy, culture, and people-to-people contacts. The president expressed these views while talking to Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, Mitsuhiro Wada, who called on him, at […]
Read MoreAthens: Greece Golden Visa is one of the most preferred options for European residency by investment programs. As the time for international mobility and investment opportunities abroad are plan B options for many investors, Greece Golden Visa stands as one of the favorite ones with high demand. As of early 2024, some revisions were made […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: European Union (EU) Ambassador Riina Kionka this week called on Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan and felicitated him for assuming the portfolio of the Ministry of Commerce. Jam Kamal Khan appreciated the EU GSP Plus scheme which is beneficial for Pakistan’s exports to the blok. During the meeting, minister […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: Pakistan’s exports to European countries have begun to dip in the current fiscal year despite a GSP+ status that allows duty-free entrance into European markets for the majority of its products. In absolute terms, Pakistan’s exports to European countries dipped year-on-year by 6.89 per cent in the first eight months of the current […]
Read MoreDing Gang Washington’s strategy toward China increasingly employs security and human rights as pretexts to dominate or exclude Chinese firms from the global market, including the US market. This strategy is becoming a clear manifestation of the capitalist mentality of “winner takes all,” which exacerbates the inherent flaws of American Capitalism. Economist Mordecai Kurz, in […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Italy’s Ambassador to Pakistan Marilina Armellin is taking keen interest towards boosting bilateral economic, trade, and investment relations. Her strategic initiatives, keen observations, and diplomatic engagements underscore a proactive approach. Ambassador Armellin, emphasizes the significance of the newly established office of the trade attaché within the embassy – an unprecedented move in […]
Read MoreVictor Gao It is very encouraging to see that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Australia this week. With the Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong’s visit to China in November, this indicates that China-Australia relations are getting back on track fast. This is good news for both China and […]
Read MoreNewswire Paris: A flag hoisting ceremony was held at the Embassy of Pakistan Paris to commemorate the Pakistan Day. The event was attended by a large number of Pakistani diaspora, members of diplomatic corps, media representatives and officials of the Embassy. Messages of the President, Prime Minister and Foreign Minister were read out. The Ambassador […]
Read MoreKathmandu: Holi, the festival of colors, was celebrated with great enthusiasm in the hilly regions, including the capital city, this week. During this vibrant festival, families and friends come together to partake in colorful rituals involving water and powdered pigments. Among various cultural festivals celebrated in Nepal, the Holi carries its own specialty and significance. […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Ambassador of Ethiopia to Islamabad Jemal Beker Abdula said this week that his country considers Pakistan as a strategic and reliable partner and that both the countries are determined to enhance their bilateral relations especially business and trade ties. He said that Ethiopia has been striving to connect the whole region by […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Italy marked the fifth edition of Dantedì, the national day dedicated to Dante Alighieri, this week. The annual event in honour of the mediaeval poet and philosopher – known as the Father of the Italian language – follows the 700th anniversary of his death in 2021. A programme of Dante-themed events will take […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week hoisted the national flag in the compound of the High Commission building to celebrate the Pakistan Day. In his speech on the occasion, the envoy paid tribute to the Pakistan Movement leaders and workers who gifted this beautiful country to their coming generations. High […]
Read MoreMichael Barrett Copenhagen: Denmark has again scored very well on the UN’s World Happiness Report in 2024. We asked our readers how that matches up with their experiences as a foreigner living in the country. The UN’s World Happiness Report, published this week, placed Denmark second on its national happiness ranking for the third consecutive […]
Read MoreNewswire Bologna: An elderly man who had been living in Bologna airport for nine months has been given a new home. Known only as Arnaldo, the 83-year-old started living in the airport when he was no longer able to afford rent. Staff Marconi airport, Italy’s seventh largest, had become like a family to him, giving […]
Read MoreBrussels: The French president this week praised the US change of position on Gaza by supporting a cease-fire, including by sponsoring a UN Security Council resolution. “It is important to note that the US changed its position and clearly expressed its will to back a cease-fire, which is a good thing for us and the […]
Read MoreNewswire Beijing: The United States and China are likely to remain “systemic rivals” for the next decade as they wrestle over differences and compete in areas such as the military and technology, according to Washington’s top envoy in Beijing. Speaking at a virtual seminar this week, ambassador Nicholas Burns called the deepening competition between the […]
Read MorePaul Luckman Lisbon: Even a glance at the news every day will reveal more outbreaks of violence, terrorism, civil unrest or increasing civil demonstrations, not always peaceful. Sadly, we now live in a world where people with strong opinions feel they have the right to express their views any way they wish, sometimes violently. Most […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: In a significant move marking her entry into the political arena, Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, the youngest daughter of President Asif Ali Zardari, is set to contest the upcoming by-election for the NA-207 Nawabshah constituency. This announcement follows the vacancy of the seat after President Zardari’s elevation to office, providing Aseefa with an […]
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