Chinese language increasingly popular in Russia’s Far East
Xinhua Vladivostok: The Chinese language is gaining more popularity in Russia’s Far East as more young Russians are taking Chinese lessons, Liu Congying, director of the Confucius Institute of the Russian Far Eastern Federal University, has said. “The demand for Chinese-speaking talents is growing quickly in the fields of economy, science and technology,” Liu said […]
Read MoreWorld Cup host Qatar seeks to change minds on Islam
Newswire Doha: Proudly Muslim Qatar has taken advantage of the World Cup to reach out to the hundreds of thousands of visiting fans to change minds about Islam or even make conversions. The Gulf emirate is the first Muslim nation to stage a football World Cup and its gas riches have endowed it with an […]
Read MoreCoalition govt inherited a divided country: Bilawal Bhutto
Staff Writer Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) chief Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said this week that the coalition government inherited from its predecessor “a divided country and a collapsed economy.” Bilawal, the incumbent Foreign Minister, did not see the need to hold early elections in the country as was being demanded by Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf Chairman Imran […]
Read MoreJiang Zemin’s great, glorious life
Newswire Beijing: Jiang Zemin was an outstanding leader enjoying high prestige acknowledged by the whole Communist Party of China (CPC), the entire military and the Chinese people of all ethnic groups. He was a great Marxist and a great proletarian revolutionary, statesman, military strategist and diplomat. He was a long-tested communist fighter and an outstanding […]
Read More70 years of Pakistan, Japan relations celebrated
Islamabad: Celebrating the 70th anniversary of the establishment of Japan-Pakistan diplomatic relations, Ambassador of Japan Wada Mitsuhiro said that both countries should renew their commitment towards further developing close ties for 70 more years. Speaking to Rawalpindi-Islamabad based senior journalists at his residence, Ambassador Wada said: “We should make a firm commitment towards deepening our […]
Read MoreJapan provides $4 million to Pakistan for flood relief
Staff Writer Islamabad: The government of Japan has provided $4.196 million to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), for its humanitarian services in the flood-affected areas of Pakistan. The fund will also aid in improving water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) infrastructure in refugee settlements and host communities in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) and Balochistan. According to a […]
Read MoreBritish High Commission celebrates England historic tour to Pakistan
Staff writer Islamabad: British High Commissioner Christian Turner held a function this week to celebrate the England Test side’s historic return to Pakistan after 17 years hiatus. England will lock horns with the hosts for the three-match Test series, which started from December 1 with the first Test at Rawalpindi won by England. Federal minister […]
Read MoreRoyal Navy digs out world’s most remote post office from Antarctic snow
Jasmine Andersson London: The Royal Navy has come to the aid of four UK women working at an isolated Antarctic scientific base after its buildings were buried in heavy snow. Sailors and Royal Marines from HMS Protector spent two days digging out the Port Lockroy site. The damaged roof of Bransfield Hut – home to […]
Read MoreAC Milan is Italian football’s top global brand
Milan: The YouGov Football Index report for 2022 shows that Milan are the strongest Calcio brand globally, followed by Inter, Juventus, Roma and Napoli. The annual Buzz Report tracks the way various football club brands are seen in different global markets. Milan were further boosted by winning the Serie A title last season and progressing […]
Read MoreIt’s time to restrict Test cricket to the countries with the infrastructure for it
Ian Chappell As the Test season recommences, the format’s two longest-serving teams are promoting the game in entirely different ways. In Perth the Australian team indulged in the time-worn practice of grinding the opposition down with relentless run-scoring. Meanwhile in Rawalpindi, England sprinted to a mind-bending 506 on the first day of a record-setting run […]
Read MoreSherry for more projects, resources of development sector, partners on climate change
Staff Writer Islamabad: Federal Minister for Climate Change Senator Sherry Rehman this week urged the development sector and partners to enhance projects and resources on climate change adaptation and mitigation. Addressing the In Summit on Higher Education and Workforce Development in the 21st Century organised by USAID’s Higher Education System Strengthening Activity, the Minister said […]
Read More1 million workers being sent to foreign countries: Sajid Hussain Turi
Staff Writer Parachinar: Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resources, Sajid Hussain Turi said this week that one million Pakistani workers were being sent for employment in foreign countries. Talking to the journalists in Parachinar, he said that besides skilled persons, youth were also being sent to Japan, Korea, Romania, Greece, Azerbaijan, Iran, Iraq, […]
Read MorePML-N puts brave face on Imran Khan’s threats: Marriyum
Staff Writer Islamabad: As PTI chief Imran Khan threatens to imperil the ruling coalition by scuttling provincial assemblies and triggering early polls, the PML-N seems ‘nonchalant’ about the consequences. The government has repeatedly rejected PTI’s demand of holding snap polls or, at least, announce a date for it, as it believes accepting talks tied to […]
Read MoreItaly: Shopping tourism could exceed 2 million tourists next year
Newswire Rome: The research and consulting company “Risposte Turismo” has revealed that in Bologna shopping Tourism – The Italian Forum is back after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. As a result, shopping tourists in Italy could exceed two million in 2023, marking a higher level than the 2019 results. In this regard, the […]
Read More75 years of Pakistan-Australia diplomatic relations celebrated under Zahid Hafeez Chaudhdhri’s leadership in Canberra
Canberra: An impressive ceremony was held at the High Commission for Pakistan, Canberra this week as part of the celebrations marking the 75th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Australia. A commemorative postage stamp was also launched on the occasion to highlight the significance of cordial and cooperative relations between the two […]
Read MorePakistan has incredible potential to grow: Ambassador Jakob Linulf
Staff Writer Islamabad: Denmark’s Ambassador to Pakistan Jakob Linulf said this week that Pakistan has incredible potential to grow, and there were enough opportunities for trade to flourish here. “Despite the various current challenges, Maersk has played an important role as a trusted partner for Pakistan’s traders. Maersk’s commitment to invest in a large facility […]
Read MoreUmar Rehman Malik gives credit to Senator Rehman Malik for transgender rights
Staff Writer Islamabad: Financial expert Umar Rehman Malik this week gave credit to his late father, Senator Rehman Malik, for promoting transgender rights. “Senator Rehman Malik, as Interior Minister ensured protection of transgender rights by adding separate gender section in their CNICs resolving complications related to parentage and family tree,” he recalled. Umar Rehman Malik […]
Read MoreAmbassador Andreas Ferrarese decorates Filiberto Gabresi with knighthood
Newswire Islamabad: Ambassador of Italy to Pakistan Andreas Ferrarese this week decorated Filiberto Gabresi with the (Cavaliere) knighthood on behalf of Italian President Sergio Mattarella. The winner has 22 years of program management experience in conflict and post-conflict countries, focusing mainly on refugee related issues, emergency operations, rule of law and child protection topics. He […]
Read MoreUS disrupting supply chain shakes up international relations
Ding Gang When restructuring supply chains becomes a policy priority for the major industrial powers, international relations among them and those formed after the World War II will inevitably begin to reshuffle. The dramatic changes in China-US relations in recent years started with an adjustment of trade and supply chains. The process of restructuring the […]
Read MoreChinese socialism’s success creates an enduring alternative to globalism
Global Times China has had an epic decade since 2012. Particularly in the last five years, which have been momentous and extraordinary, the country has successfully dealt with major challenges including turbulent developments in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the COVID-19 epidemic. The 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) […]
Read MoreASEAN summit signals Europe’s focus on Asia-Pacific
Andrew Hammond Many headlines have been made this year by the intensified US focus on the Asia-Pacific region, including at the recent Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit in Thailand. Meanwhile, the increasing attention that the EU is devoting to the world’s fastest-growing economic region is often overlooked. A new signal of intent from Brussels toward the […]
Read MoreThe future is green, we must embrace it
Yossi Mekelberg From each COP environmental summit to the next, the window of opportunity to save our planet from ecological catastrophe gets smaller and smaller. This, evidently, is not sufficient incentive for the world’s leaders to agree on any measures that are far-reaching enough to stop the rot. Instead, they continue to make a few […]
Read MoreItaly is a destination for Pakistani visitors and students: Ambassador Andreas Ferrarese
Staff Writer Islamabad: Ambassador of Italy to Pakistan Andreas Ferrarese said this week that Italy is a destination for Pakistani visitors and students. The envoy said to study in Italy is the dream of every Pakistani student who wants to study abroad. “Italy is the land of fashion, brands, innovations, and new trends. This nation […]
Read MoreAmbassador Adam M. Tugio sets new trends, hosts family gala
Staff Writer Islamabad: This week, the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, led by Ambassador Adam M. Tugio organized a “Family Gala” for the families of prominent journalists and the diplomats. The event was arranged in collaboration with Hunerkada, Community Development Center (CDC) and Pakistan in the World magazine. The event was attended by the […]
Read MoreXi ready to strengthen China-Russia energy cooperation
China Economic Net Beijing: Chinese President Xi Jinping said this week that China is ready to work with Russia to forge closer partnership in energy cooperation. Energy cooperation is an important cornerstone of practical cooperation between China and Russia, and also a positive force for maintaining global energy security, Xi said in a congratulatory letter […]
Read MoreNext mayor of Karachi from PPP: Bilawal Bhutto
Staff Writer Karachi: Chairman Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) and Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said this week that his party would be victorious in the upcoming second phase of local government elections, adding that the next mayor of Karachi would be from PPP. He was addressing on the occasion of the 55th foundation day of […]
Read MoreAmbassador Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani meets Bilawal Bhutto
Staff Writer Islamabad: Ambassador of Qatar in Islamabad Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani this week called on Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari here and conveyed an invitation from the Qatari foreign minister to watch FIFA World Cup match in Qatar. The foreign minister congratulated the Qatari ambassador on his country hosting the biggest football event. […]
Read MoreSino-Pak dual diploma programme launched
Gwadar Pro Faisalabad: Two Pakistani and Chinese educational institutions this week launched a Sino-Pak dual diploma programme here. Bailie Vocational College China and the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) launched the dual diploma programme in Modern Agriculture Technology in collaboration with Tang International Education Group in which students will spend two years at UAF and […]
Read MoreChina ramps up livelihood, economic support amid COVID-19 control
Xinhua Beijing: Local governments across China are rolling out policies to support businesses and residents amid the ongoing COVID-19 control, allowing virus-hit supermarkets to reopen sooner and reducing operating costs for struggling companies. The Chinese capital Beijing promised to expedite the reopening of shopping malls and supermarkets that sell livelihood-related products, as the latest effort […]
Read MoreChina releases new national standards for food container safety
Newswire Beijing: China’s market watchdog has rolled out three new national standards for food container safety in a bid to step up the quality monitoring of related products and safeguard food security. With new materials and techniques being used in food packaging, the standards aim to enhance quality control for metal containers and fill the […]
Read More‘Over the Wall’ hold Mural unveiling ceremony
Staff Writer Karachi: ‘Over the Wall’ held Mural Unveiling Ceremony this week as one of the projects commemorating the 70th anniversary of Japan-Pakistan diplomatic relations The mural has been created at the National Institute of Child Health (NICH) in Karachi with the support of the Pakistan Japan Cultural Association (Sindh). The concept of the mural […]
Read MoreJICA Provided 12,500 wheat seed bags for flood affectees
Staff Writer Islamabad: Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Pakistan office provided 12,500 certified wheat seed bags to flood affected farmers of five districts Nasirabad, Jaffarabad, Soubatpur, Jal Magsi and Kacchi in Balochistan Province. The Japanese assistance enables 2,500 flood affected farmers families to cultivate wheat crop on their 12,500 acres of land during this Rabi […]
Read MoreWilliam and Kate’s US trip highlights how they’re not Harry and Meghan
Sara Nathan The last time they were in the States, on a visit to NYC back in December 2014, Prince William was not even a full-time working royal. His brother, Prince Harry, was still single and his future bride Meghan Markle was merely an actress on “Suits.” But as William and Kate — the new […]
Read MoreBritish diplomatic mission in contact with authorities over ‘murder’ of teen
Staff Writer Islamabad: The high commission of the United Kingdom said this week it was in contact with authorities days after a teenage boy from Bradford city in the northern English county of West Yorkshire was allegedly shot dead while on a trip to Pakistan to see family. Adil Khan, 14, was “murdered while on […]
Read MoreSherry asks IK to stop thinking himself as PM
Staff Writer Islamabad: Federal Minister for Climate Change Senator Sherry Rehman this week reprimanded Imran Khan for meddling in state affairs and asked him to stop thinking himself as the prime minister. In a statement received here, the Federal Minister said the government had appointed the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee and Army Chief […]
Read MoreDenmark among top donors to refugees: Ambassador Jakob Linulf
Staff writer Islamabad: Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan Jakob Linulf said this week that Denmark was among the top donors to the refugees in the world. “Afghanistan is becoming one the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. Afghan refugees and their hosts in neighbouring countries are also facing increased challenges. Denmark is one of refugees top 10 […]
Read MoreSajid Hussain Turi visits Pak-Afghan border to settle matters of mutual concerns
Staff Writer Islamabad: Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Sajid Hussain Turi visited Pak-Afghan border at the Kharlachi and Borki area of Kurram district this week, where the border authorities briefed him on the border situation. In a bilateral negotiation, the reopening of Pak-Afghan border was decided for trade and movement. Along […]
Read MoreYouth Development Program by PML-N previous govt provided zero tax incentives: Marriyum
Staff Writer Islamabad: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb has said that Youth Development Program had been started during the previous regime of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz which provided zero tax incentives to the young generation. Delivering her speech at the launching ceremony of “Economic Affairs” magazine here, the minister said that in its previous […]
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