Andrey Kortunov The recent World War II Victory Day celebration in Moscow attracted 27 heads of state as well as numerous prominent politicians and opinion-makers from all over the world, including Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America. Nevertheless, Chinese President Xi Jinping was a very special guest at this event and his presence inevitably garnered […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: Russia and China are forging a broader and greener energy partnership that far transcends the traditional fossil energy trade, taking in hydrogen and renewables, according to a think tank official. This deepening partnership signals broadening cooperation between the two countries, encompassing many sectors, said Zhang Xiuling, director of the Overseas Investment Environment […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: Chinese Vice-Premier Zhang Guoqing has called for efforts to ensure food safety, maintain a fair and competitive market order, optimize China’s consumer environment, and protect the interests of the people. Zhang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks during an inspection […]
Read MoreDing Gang In the spring of 1945, eighty years ago, Adolf Hitler’s “Third Reich” finally collapsed, and the world took a collective breath, turning a battered but hopeful page in history. After years of blood and fire, World War II ended not with a neat bow but with a planet desperate for genuine, lasting peace. […]
Read MoreRome: Italy’s Leonardo this week reported a 12.2% jump in first-quarter earnings before interest, tax and amortisation (EBITA) to 211 million euros ($238.58 million), boosted by volume growth and increased profitability compared with the same period last year. Leonardo’s shares rose as much as 2.8% after the results and were up 2% by 1431 GMT. […]
Read MoreNewswire Paris: France and Poland this week signed a treaty committing both sides to mutual assistance in case of an attack by an aggressor, strengthening ties between the EU heavyweights in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The deal was signed in France’s eastern city of Nancy by French President Emmanuel Macron and Polish […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Italy this week took delivery of its first UH-169D Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) from Leonardo as part of a contract signed in 2020. The program covers a total of 25 aircraft, associated support, and training services for the army, with completion set for 2027. The arrival of Rome’s new helicopter followed two UH-169B […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: As the US ratchets up tariffs on Chinese imports, exporters in central China’s Henan province are feeling the strain, but they are not standing still. In Xinxiang, a manufacturing hub in the province’s north, firms accustomed to shipping goods across the globe are now navigating a more turbulent trade environment. Yet, rather […]
Read MoreNewswire Lisbon: The European Union (EU) sends more money to Portugal than the country has to transfer to Brussels, in the form of national contributions, which has helped external accounts. Between 1996 and 2024, the balance of flows with Brussels totalled, on average, 1.6% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), according to data released by […]
Read MoreMartin Jacques One of the defining characteristics of US foreign policy since the beginning of China’s reform and opening-up has been its consistent underestimation of China. It never entertained the idea that China could become America’s equal, let alone surpass it. In fact, we have already arrived at the latter scenario. It is this that […]
Read MoreCopenhagen: NATO member Denmark has announced it will send soldiers to Ukraine. Despite the nonviolent nature of their deployment, Russia has indicated that they will still be “legitimate targets.” They won’t be armed and they won’t take part in any fighting, but instead are being deployed as observers to study real-world tactics, notably in drone […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: On April 17, 2025, China and Malaysia issued a joint statement on building a high-level strategic China-Malaysia community with a shared future. Article 21 of the statement emphasizes the commitment of both countries to comprehensive aviation cooperation, including enhanced civil aviation technical exchanges and closer air cargo collaboration between Kuala Lumpur International […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: Henan has great potential for further collaboration with ASEAN. Trains bound for ASEAN depart regularly from Zhengzhou International Land Port every day. Over the years, Henan has embraced the Belt and Road Initiative, seized the opportunities presented by RCEP, and leveraged its transportation hub advantages to strengthen ties between China and its […]
Read MoreNewswire Lahore: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif this week invited companies from the European Union states to invest in the education, information technology, green energy and health sectors in the province. Welcoming the EU Parliamentary Delegation for South Asia to discuss matters related to mutual interests, bilateral relations, trade, education and investment, she agreed […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan and Denmark this week announced a significant partnership worth $2 billion to modernize the country’s maritime infrastructure. This collaboration aims to improve port operations and enhance global trade competitiveness. The announcement came during a meeting between Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Danish Ambassador Jakob Linulf. They agreed […]
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 MoreNewswire Lisbon: Portugal has been reported as the third most attractive country for hotel investment in Europe, according to a survey made in 2025 by real estate consultants CBRE. Above Portugal ranks just Spain and Italy. The survey shows that Portugal has seen significant growth in its appeal to hotel investors, with Lisbon, the country’s […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Honda Atlas Pakistan has made history by initiating exports of completely built cars to Japan, marking a significant milestone for Pakistan’s automotive industry. Special Assistant to the Prime Minister for Industries & Production Division, Haroon Akhtar Khan, this week participated as the chief guest in a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the official commencement […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: China’s production of traditional Chinese medicinal materials has maintained stable growth in recent years, an agricultural official said this week. The supply capacity of traditional Chinese medicine materials has continued to climb. The planting areas have now reached around 50 million mu (3.33 million hectares) across China, doubling over the past decade, […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhengzhou: With a resounding whistle, a container train carrying leather goods set off from Putian Railway Station in Zhengzhou this week. After reaching Qingdao Port by rail, the goods will seamlessly transition to a maritime route bound for Spain, where they will be shipped to the European market. “It’s the first time Henan […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan and Denmark this week reviewed the progress of Denmark’s $2 billion investment in Pakistan’s maritime sector. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry met with Danish Ambassador Jacob Linulf to discuss the project. They focused on implementing the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed last year. Both sides emphasized the […]
Read MoreNewswire Sofia: Producer prices in Bulgaria this week saw significant growth at the beginning of 2025, positioning the country among the fastest-growing in the European Union. According to Eurostat data, Bulgaria recorded the second-highest increase in producer prices within the EU in January 2025. Producer prices across the euro area and the EU increased more […]
Read MoreNewswire Rome: Italy is advancing its crypto regulatory framework through Legislative Decree 129/2024, aligning domestic law with the EU’s MiCAR. With enforcement set for June 2025 and oversight by Consob and the Bank of Italy, the initiative aims to balance innovation and risk, mirroring similar shifts in Washington Driving the future. Italy is moving decisively […]
Read MorePaul Carter and Kitty Knowles Tokyo: In Japan, a smelly waste product is being reimagined as a potential clean fuel of the future that is powering cars and tractors. We’re being eyed suspiciously by dozens of cows. Their breath fogs cartoonishly from their nostrils. It’s a brisk morning in snowy Hokkaido, an island in the […]
Read MoreHenan Daily Zhangzhou: In its bid to become an international consumption center city, Zhengzhou city, capital of Central China’s Henan province, is focusing on the development of new consumption spaces, scenarios, models and growth drivers. Large commercial complexes play a pivotal role as significant consumption hubs. Over the past two years, Zhengzhou has continuously driven […]
Read MoreMia Shah – Gwadar Pro Beijing: Recently, Tongwei Group entered into a strategic cooperation agreement with three Pakistani companies—Perfect Services, Nimir Energy, and Mateen Sons—for the supply of 650 MW of solar modules. This collaboration emphasizes Tongwei’s high-efficiency TNC-G12/G12R modules. According to the International Renewable Energy Agency, Pakistan receives over 3,000 hours of sunlight each […]
Read MoreBerlin: US President Donald Trump this week sparked a tariff war with the US’ three largest trading partners, slapping 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, and doubling an already imposed import tariff on China to 20%. On Thursday, he backtracked and postponed the tariffs on multiple imports from Mexico and some from Canada, but emphasised […]
Read More