Celina Ali Islamabad: Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja and Japanese Ambassador to Pakistan Akamatsu Shuitsi discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation in information technology, digital transformation, and innovation this week. In a meeting held here, the minister said the government’s commitment to fostering digital growth and embracing emerging technologies is in line with […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan and the United States this week agreed to further strengthen and expand bilateral relations in areas of mutual interest. The commitment was made during a meeting between Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch and a visiting US Congressional delegation in Islamabad The delegation included Congressmen Jack Bergman, Tom Suozzi, and Jonathan Jackson. US […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Australia, Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri, continues to play a pivotal role in bolstering bilateral relations between Pakistan and Australia through proactive diplomacy, economic engagement, and people-to-people connectivity. Since assuming his post, High Commissioner Chaudhri has spearheaded multiple initiatives aimed at enhancing cooperation in trade, education, climate action, and technology. […]
Read MoreAmbassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad says Pakistan deeply alarmed by Israel’s attacks on sovereign Syrian territory Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan this week urged the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to act “decisively” against Israeli airstrikes in Syria which were damaging civilian infrastructure and urban centers and causing civilian deaths, the country’s permanent mission to the UN […]
Read MoreNewswire Paris: Ambassador of Pakistan to France Mumtaz Zahra Baloch this week interacted with the representatives of Pakistani media based in Paris at the Embassy of Pakistan. A wide range of discussions followed encompassing Pakistan-France relations and issues relating to the Pakistani community in France. The ambassador appreciated their role in promoting Pakistan’s perspective and […]
Read MoreCelina Ali ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s exports to Europe grew by 9.41 percent during the first eight months of the current fiscal year, state-run media reported this week, attributing the surge to rising demand for the country’s textile, garments and its GSP Plus status. The European Union (EU) is Pakistan’s second most important trading partner, accounting for […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week felicitated Bilawal Bhutto Zardari of re-election as the PPP Chairman. “Congratulations to Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on his re-election and to Humayun Khan, Nadeem Afzal Chan and Amna Piracha on being elected as Secretary General, Secretary Information, and Secretary Finance,” Umar Rehman […]
Read MoreYang Xuedong Currently, economic globalization is facing strong headwinds. The “Washington Consensus,” once promoted by the US and other Western countries as the standard model for development, has not only lost its appeal among many developing nations but has also proven ineffective in addressing internal challenges within developed countries. Amid growing discussions about finding solutions […]
Read MoreGlobal Times President Xi Jinping met with visiting Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez in Beijing on Friday. This marks Sanchez’s third visit to China within three years, highlighting Madrid’s emphasis to deepening China-Spain relations and representing the continuation of the friendly policies toward China from many European countries. Sources from the Spanish government revealed that […]
Read MoreRome: Italy this week transferred 40 migrants whose asylum applications had failed to Italian-run detention centers in Albania. An Italian navy ship carrying the migrants left from Brindisi in southeast Italy and arrived in the Albanian port of Shengjin. The migrants, who are all men, are due to remain in a camp in Albania until […]
Read MoreNewswire Paris: France plans to recognise a Palestinian state within months and could make the move at a UN conference on settling the conflict in New York in June, President Emmanuel Macron said in an interview broadcast. “We must move towards recognition, and we will do so in the coming months,” Macron, who this week […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: For Giacomo, a young Italian traveller, his first trip to China was a long-anticipated adventure. After weeks of planning, he finally touched down in Zhengzhou, Central China’s Henan province, stepping off a flight from London with one goal in mind — heading straight to the Shaolin Temple, a Kung fu shrine. Like […]
Read MoreNewswire Copenhagen: Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen this week called for increased Arctic defence collaboration with the United States during a visit to Greenland, and firmly dismissed Washington’s desire to annex the semi-autonomous Danish territory. Frederiksen’s visit follows months of tension between Washington and Copenhagen over US President Donald Trump’s repeated declarations that the Arctic […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari this week warned against attempts to exploit the situation in Balochistan and vowed to counter any threats to the federation. He made these remarks while addressing a gathering on the 46th death anniversary of former Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto in Garhi Khuda Bakhsh. […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: On April 2, the Department of Science and Technology of Henan Province announced that as of March 31, a total of 6,659 technology contracts had been registered across the province, with a transaction value of 69.06 billion yuan. This represents a year-on-year increase of 161.7%, surpassing the first-quarter target and marking a […]
Read MoreChina Economic Net Beijing: A Memorandum of Cooperation was signed by the institute of Cotton Research of Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (ICR-CAAS) and Ayub Agricultural Research Institute, Faisalabad, Pakistan, in Anyang, Henan, China recently aiming to launch comprehensive cooperation in cotton germplasm innovation, pest-resistant breeding, and cultivation technologies. Under the new agreement, both sides […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: The 11th Hebi Cherry Blossom Festival opened on April 2 in Hebi, Henan province, and will run until April 21. The festival features 17 main events, three collaborative activities, and three business forums integrating culture, technology and tourism. The city’s cherry blossom history can be traced back around 2,500 years. Cherry trees […]
Read MoreNewswire Lisbon: Portuguese authorities will fast-track agreement for foreign workers. Portuguese employers will need to meet several criteria to bring foreign workers to the country through the fast-track scheme. Under this agreement, Portugal will process work visa applications for foreign workers with job offers within 20 days from the date of application and will make […]
Read MoreLondon: The UK Prime Minister has pledged to maintain a calm approach and prioritize national interests in response to the US imposing tariffs on UK exports. Concerns about the economic impact of the US tariffs are widespread, with warnings of increased costs and potential stagflation. The UK government intends to continue negotiating a trade deal […]
Read MoreNewswire Brussels: The UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system has officially expanded to European travellers. Starting 2 April 2025, all European visitors will need ETA approval – or, for some non-EU nationals, a visa – to enter the UK. The system became mandatory for travellers from the US, Canada and Australia on 8 January 2025, […]
Read MoreKarachi: Germany’s Consulate General in Karachi this week implemented a significant change to its visa appointment system, effective immediately. Due to overwhelming demand, applicants will no longer be able to book appointments directly. Instead, they must first register on a waiting list, with appointments being allocated based on availability and registration order. The change specifically […]
Read MoreNewswire Sofia: Known for its rich cultural heritage and traditions, Bulgaria hosts a variety of festivals and celebrations that highlight its unique cultural identity. These festivals not only preserve the country’s traditions but also offer tourists from around the world an opportunity to experience its deep-rooted customs and vibrant cultural practices. Here are some of […]
Read MoreAbdullah Jan Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Umar Rehman Malik this week said that April 4 was the darkest chapter in Pakistan’s history when tyranny tried to silence the voice of the people, but Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s defiance became eternal. “April 4, the darkest chapter in Pakistan’s history when tyranny tried to silence […]
Read MoreCanberra: Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri this week lauded a Pakistani climber’s courageous gesture to rescue Frenchman Vadim Druelle on Annapurna. “A Pakistani climber’s courageous gesture to rescue Frenchman Vadim Druelle on Annapurna – A story of bravery and altruism,” the envoy posted on X. French mountaineer Vadim Druelle, 23, had to […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: A senior Pakistani diplomat this week warned that the UN Security Council was failing to provide relief to the Palestinians who continue to suffer in occupied territories from deadly Israeli bombings, starvation, displacement and collective punishment, as he sounded a clarion call for action to redress the situation. “What is happening before […]
Read MoreAlmaty: Kazakhstan this week discovered its largest deposit of rare earth metals, containing around one million tonnes of the elements that are seen as vital for the future economy, the Central Asian country said. Rare earths comprise 17 raw materials that are essential for the green energy transition and highly sought by the likes of […]
Read MoreCelina ali Islamabad: Pakistan unveiled its national pavilion for Expo 2025 Osaka at a soft launch event in Kobe, said the country’s trade development authority this week, featuring a design inspired by the country’s iconic salt mines amid a broader effort to promote exports of its globally appreciated pink salt. The pavilion, themed “Universe in […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: US Charge d’Affairs US Embassy Natalie Baker this week met with Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik to discuss bilateral energy collaboration, sustainable development and opportunities for enhancing Pakistan-US relations. The meeting, held at the Ministry of Petroleum, focused on strengthening U.S.-Pakistan partnerships in the energy sector, including renewable energy initiatives, […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Archaeologists unearthed two well-preserved funerary enclosures at Liternum Archaeological Park. One of them belonged to a Roman gladiator. Excavations at a necropolis in southern Italy’s Liternum Archaeological Park revealed two ornate tombs—one of which belonged to a gladiator, according to an etched marble epitaph. “This necropolis, thanks to its excellently preserved wall structures […]
Read MoreGlobal Times In a world increasingly shaped by fractured alliances, three Asian neighbors – China, Japan, and South Korea – have quietly revived a long-dormant trilateral dialogue. The 13th China-Japan-ROK Trilateral Economic and Trade Ministers’ Meeting was held in Seoul recently. Their foreign ministers also met in Tokyo on March 22 for the first time […]
Read MoreGlobal Times On April 2, the US announced its long-anticipated global reciprocal tariff plan. The US stated that the reciprocal tariffs would be implemented in two phases: a “baseline” tariff of 10 percent on all imports, and much higher rates ranging from 10 percent to 50 percent on most countries. China will face a 34 […]
Read MoreNewswire Milan: Defence company Leonardo (LDOF.MI), opens new tab, utility Enel (ENEI.MI), opens new tab and power generation supplier Ansaldo Energia have reached a deal to create a new company to study the use of nuclear power, Italy’s Energy Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin said. Addressing a conference in Milan, Pichetto said Enel would contribute with […]
Read MoreParis: French President Emmanuel Macron this week called for European companies to suspend planned investment in the United States after U.S. President Donald Trump announced sweeping global tariffs on American imports. “Investments to come or investments announced in recent weeks should be suspended until things are clarified with the United States,” Macron said during a […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: The second China-Europe Railway Express (Zhengzhou) Expo will be held in Zhengzhou, Central China’s Henan province, from June 28 to 30. Held at the city’s Central China International Convention and Exhibition Center, the expo aims to create a platform for cooperation and exchange among countries and cities along the China-Europe Railway route. […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Federal Minister for Petroleum, Ali Pervaiz Malik, held a meeting with His Excellency Jakob Linulf, the Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan, this week at the Petroleum Division. The discussions focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, with special emphasis on mining sector and technological collaboration. The meeting highlighted the critical […]
Read MoreLiaquat Ali Islamabad: First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari this week vowed to eliminate Tuberculosis. “Today, on World Tuberculosis Day, we stand united in our resolve to eliminate a disease that has claimed far too many lives and continues to impact millions around the world. Tuberculosis is not just a health issue; it is a social […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: As crises flare across global hotspots — from geopolitical conflicts to rising protectionism — a strikingly different scene unfolded in the coastal town of Boao in southern Chinese province of Hainan. Amid the tranquility of the small town, the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) annual conference opened with a timely theme: “Asia […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: German Ambassador to Pakistan, Alfred Grannas, and Counselor Dr. Sebastian Paust visited the Tarbela 4th and 5th Extension Hydropower Projects on March 24. These significant infrastructure developments were constructed by PowerChina. During their visit, they received a comprehensive briefing on the project’s progress and the broader contributions of the Chinese company to […]
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