Pakistan and China on Monday signed several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) in various sectors during Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s visit to Islamabad, where he was welcomed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The two leaders also virtually inaugurated the Gwadar International Airport, a key component of the multi-billion-dollar CPEC project. “The completion of Gwadar Airport is […]
Read MoreLahore: Pakistan and China have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the upgrade of the Main Line-1 (ML-1) railway project, agreeing to prioritise the construction of the Karachi-Hyderabad section as part of phase one, in line with the phased approach for the project’s implementation. In a joint statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, both […]
Read MoreChinese Premier Li Qiang said here on Monday that China is willing to work with Pakistan to accelerate the building of a closer China-Pakistan community with a shared future in the new era. In his meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Li said that China and Pakistan are all-weather strategic cooperative partners, always understanding, […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: The Northern Areas Transport Corporation (NATCO) has officially received approval from Pakistan’s Federal Ministry of Communications to restart its cross-border bus service between Gilgit and Kashgar, China, after a 14-year suspension, officials said this week. This service, which had been discontinued in 2010 due to a natural disaster, was halted when a massive […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Gilgit: The Pakistan Horticultural Development & Export Company (PHDEC) under the Ministry of Commerce held a one-day seminar titled “Export of GB Cherries to China: Lessons Learned, Future Strategies & PHDEC Project on Development of High-Demand Cherry Varieties” this week. The seminar brought together a diverse group of stakeholders including farmers, exporters, processors, […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: The second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has officially begun, marked by the signing of a series of significant new agreements between Pakistan and China. This phase is primarily centered around bolstering the agricultural and industrial sectors in Pakistan, with a focus on improving both productivity and quality in these vital […]
Read MoreNewswire Lahore: 75th National Day of the People’s Republic of China was celebrated here at the Chinese Consulate this week. Speaking at the event as the chief guest, Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif highlighted the significance of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as a vital indicator of the robust and enduring relationship between Pakistan and […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: Pakistan’s Oil & Gas Development Company (OGDCL) this week signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with CCDC, the major player in drilling and upstream Oil field Services of China, for the development of shale and tight gas potential of Pakistan and address the country’s energy needs through indigenous solutions. The MOU was […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: Pakistan’s Minister for Petroleum, Dr. Musadik Malik, this week called upon the Chinese companies, particularly those from Shaanxi province, to explore investment opportunities in Pakistan’s energy and petroleum sectors. Speaking at the China (Shaanxi)-Pakistan Conference for Economic and Trade Cooperation, held alongside the 8th Silk Road International Expo in Xi’an, Shaanxi, Dr. […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: China’s National Day Reception was hosted by the Chinese Embassy this week with Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif among the prominent guests. The President and the PM on the occasion extended heartfelt congratulations to the Chinese people and leadership on the 75th anniversary of the founding of […]
Read MoreChina Economic Net Beijing: International Innovation Park Limited EPZ and China National Cereals, Oils and Foodstuffs (COFCO) this week signed an agreement to cooperate in the agriculture sector worth more than $380 million on Saturday at the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) in Beijing. Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, Ghulam Qadir […]
Read MoreChina Economic Net Beijing: The China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) has emerged as a pivotal platform, fostering enhanced financial cooperation between Chinese banks and their international counterparts, said Shaikh Muhammad Shariq, Vice President of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) and Chief Representative in China. Addressing a seminar titled “Investment in Pakistan,” Shaikh […]
Read MoreChina Economic Net Beijing: Pakistani Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi represented Pakistan at the 9th Belt and Road Summit in Hong Kong under the theme “Building a Connected, Innovative, and Green Belt and Road”and invited Hongkong entrepreneurs to invest in Pakistan under BRI projects. The summit gathered international leaders, business representatives, and industry experts to […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: The National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) this week announced that 113 of its students have been selected for scholarships to study at top universities and receive training at industrial institutions in China. NAVTTC, in collaboration with the Chinese-Commercial Culture-Technical Training Employment (CCTE), organized an international China scholarship ceremony at the […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: Pakistan-China Institute (PCI) Chairman Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed this week asserted that a strategic window of opportunity is emerging for Pakistan, as the South Asian geopolitical landscape is being reshaped, potentially positioning the country as a key player in regional connectivity and development initiatives. Mushahid made these remarks during his keynote speech at […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Shantou: Under the chairmanship of Mr. Muhammad Imran, Trade and Investment Counselor of the Consulate General of Pakistan in Guangzhou, a video conference was held between Mr. Chen Liangqq, Executive Vice President of the Chenghai Toy Association, Ms. Chen Qichun, Deputy Director of the Organizing Committee of the 23rd Toy Expo, and Mr. […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan-China Institute (PCI), headed by Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed, this week successfully organised a unique event under its ‘Friends of Silk Road’ series, which brought together leaders of eight political parties on one platform to reaffirm support for China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Leaders belonging to parties from Government and Opposition, PML-N, PPP, […]
Read MoreWang Xiaotong – China Economic Net Shijiazhuang: Hebei Academy of Fine Arts signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Quaid-i-Azam University to initial bilateral cooperation in art, history and archaeology. Under the MoU, the China-Pakistan Institute will be established, in which undergraduate education, postgraduate education, doctoral education, student exchange, visiting scholars, short-term study trip, etc. are […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Lahore: Federal Minister for Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain this week praised the participation of more than one hundred Chinese companies at the 9th Color and Chem Exhibition here at the Expo Centre. Speaking to journalists, he stressed the importance of increasing exports to stimulate economic activity and accelerate the nation’s development. […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: The China Pakistan Study Centre (CPSC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) this week hosted the launch of the book titled “China-Pakistan Economic Corridor Beyond 2030: A Green Alliance for Sustainable Development.” Edited by Dr. Rabia Akhtar and published by Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES), this book explores the future of the […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: A group representing Chinese companies this week said the European Commission’s plan to slap import duties of up to 36 percent on Chinese electric cars was “unfair” and would worsen trade tensions. The Chinese Chamber of Commerce to the EU (CCCEU) “expresses its strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to the EC’s protectionist approach,” […]
Read MoreCelina Ali Islamabad: The China-Pakistan Study Centre (CPSC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) this week organized a book launch for “Xinjiang ke Khushal Uyghur (Xinjiang’s prosperous Uyghur),” authored by renowned columnist and author Ms. Naz Parveen. The event was graced by Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed as the chief guest. Distinguished speakers included […]
Read MoreNewswire Beijing: China will move faster to improve its central bank system and promote high-quality financial development, the country’s central bank governor has said. China will concentrate on improving the twin-pillar regulatory framework of both monetary and macro-prudential policies to maintain the stability of both currency value and the country’s financial system, Pan Gongsheng, governor […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Lahore: Moazzam Ghurki, the President of the Pakistan-China Joint Chambers of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI), emphasized this week that the concept of ‘Green’ represents the future of humanity, particularly in a world already grappling with the harsh realities of climate change. During a think tank session at the PCJCCI, Ghurki stressed the need […]
Read MoreIslamabad: A high-ranking delegation from the China State Construction Engineering Company (CSCEC) made an important visit to the headquarters of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) in Islamabad this week. The purpose of this visit was to engage in detailed discussions concerning various infrastructure development projects within the city. During their visit, the delegation received comprehensive […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: The China-Pakistan Study Centre (CPSC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) this week hosted an in-depth seminar focusing on the Global Civilization Initiative (GCI), a cornerstone of President Xi Jinping’s broader vision for creating a Community with a Shared Future for Mankind. This seminar brought together prominent experts from both Pakistan […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: Huawei this week marked a significant milestone in Pakistan’s journey towards digital excellence with the Huawei Train The Trainer (TTT) Certificate Distribution Ceremony. Under the dynamic leadership of Honorable Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif , Huawei has designed an extensive training program to empower 300,000 students across the nation. This initiative is a crucial […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Lahore: Chinese Consul General Zhao Shirin this week presented a cheque for 4 million rupees to Governor of Punjab, Sardar Saleem Haider Khan for development projects in the Attock district. This contribution, previously announced during a meeting at the Governor House in Lahore, was warmly appreciated by Governor Khan, who expressed his gratitude […]
Read MoreCelina Ali ISLAMABAD, August 2: Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif this week pledged to revamp Pakistan’s economy by emulating China’s model. The PM stressed that the objective would be to achieve similar economic success on a smaller scale. Speaking to a 12-member Chinese delegation led by Wang Fukang, the prime minister said that during his […]
Read MoreMia Shah – Gwadar Pro Beijing: Pakistan and China are forging joint ventures expected to propel Pakistan’s leather industry to new heights. These collaborations involve setting up manufacturing plants, tanneries, and R&D centers dedicated to leather product innovation, according to Khalid Waleed, advisor to the Pakistan Tanners Association. In June, the Association of Guangdong Shoe […]
Read MoreGwadar Pro Islamabad: Pakistan’s exports of goods and services to China witnessed an increase of 33.67 percent during the twelve months of the fiscal year (2023-24) as compared to the exports of the corresponding period of last year, State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reported this week. The overall exports to China were recorded at $2.707 […]
Read MoreMia Shah – Gwadar Pro Beijing: A group of 19 officials, business representatives, and experts in charge of economic development cooperation from Islamabad, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Punjab participated in a two-week seminar from July 11-24 in China. The seminar, hosted by China Center for Urban Development of the National Development and Reform Commission, is […]
Read MoreNewswire Kunming: Pakistani Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi visited Kunming, capital city of Yunnan Province in Southwestern China this week. The visit was undertaken at the invitation of the provincial authorities of Yunnan on the occasion of the 8th China-South Asia Expo, in which Pakistan was designated as the theme country of honour, said an […]
Read MoreChina Economic Net Beijing: The Chinese leadership has once again demonstrated its determination to develop economic driving forces via sci-tech innovations, according to a resolution on further deepening reform comprehensively to advance Chinese modernization. The resolution, recently adopted at the third plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, states […]
Read MoreNewswire ?Islamabad: A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed this week between the Department of Media & Communication Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences, International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) and the Department of Journalism and Communication, School of Media and Law, NingboTech University, Ningbo, China to establish a collaborative partnership to facilitate the exchange of students […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said this week that Pakistan’s Information Technology (IT) exports will rise with Huawei’s annual professional training to 300,000 Pakistani students. Talking to a four-member delegation led by Ethan Sun, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Huawei Pakistan, the prime minister stressed that collaboration with Huawei was essential for providing advanced […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: A delegation of journalists from Balochistan province of Pakistan, accompanied by representatives from the China International Communications Group (CICG), visited Ambassador Khalil Hashmi at Pakistan Embassy Beijing this week. Welcoming the delegation, Ambassador Hashmi emphasized the pivotal role of media in fostering friendship between Pakistan and China. He underlined the significance of Pakistan-China […]
Read MoreIslamabad: Federal Minister for Planning and Development, Ahsan Iqbal this week announced that the upgradation of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)’s Main Line-1 (ML-1) railway project will be executed in phases. Chairing a meeting concerning on CPEC, he maintained that both Pakistan and China had agreed to expedite the commencement of the ML-1 project. Ahsan […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: Khyber Pakthunkhwa (KP) Governor, Faisal Karim Kundi this week visited the embassy of People’s Republic of China at Islamabad where he was warmly welcomed by the Chinese ambassador Jiang Ziadong. The Governor while praising the role of China in progress and development of Pakistan said that extension of the z Hina-Pakistan Economic Corridor […]
Read MoreNewswire Islamabad: Pakistan will send 1000 graduates of agriculture studies to China for higher education and training. The decision took place at a meeting of Minister Counsellor of Chinese Embassy in Pakistan XU Hangtian with Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training Rana Tanveer Hussain in Islamabad this week. The meeting finalized the process for […]
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