Pakistan witnesses unprecedented surge in sesame seed exports to China

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: In October 2023, Pakistan experienced a remarkable surge in sesame seed exports to China, reaching an unprecedented high of 64,711 tons valued at USD 113.66 million, a substantial increase from the 16,728 tons worth USD 25.57 million in the same month the previous year, a senior Pakistani diplomat said. Ghulam Qadir, the […]

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM determined to protect CPEC projects

Gwadar Pro Peshawar: Caretaker Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Syed Arshad Hussain Shah this week underscored efforts to secure development projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and assured the establishment of a special security unit for international development partner projects Speaking to journalists here during a visit to the Chinese Cultural Centre ‘China Window,’ […]

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CPEC termed blessing for Pakistan, bound to transform future

Islamabad: China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is a blessing for Pakistan which is bound to transform the country’s future, a senior Pakistani cabinet member said. Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Sami Saeed emphasized that CPEC was a not only beneficial two Pakistan and China but the whole region. He elaborated that CPEC serves as […]

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Punjab and Chinese Jiangsu police agree on future cooperation

Newswire Lahore: The police chief of Jiangsu province in China Tan Yongsheng met with Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi, here. During the meeting, both agreed to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for future cooperation between Punjab police and Jiangsu police. The CM expressed gratitude for the Chinese assistance in establishing an effective policing […]

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Huawei 2023 Sustainability Forum “Thrive together with Tech” realizing sustainable development

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: In a world increasingly reliant on digital connectivity, Huawei continues to spearhead efforts to bridge the digital divide through its commitment to the ITU’s Partner2Connect Digital Coalition. The tech giant, having joined forces with the coalition in 2022, pledged to bring connectivity to over 120 million people in remote areas across 80 […]

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250 Pakistani and Chinese companies to participate in Pakistan Industrial Expo

Gwadar Pro Lahore: At least 250 Pakistani and Chinese companies participated in the three-day 7th Pakistan Industrial Expo held on November 25 at the Expo Centre. Steve Zhou, Project Head of Everest International Expo, announced this year’s expo featured approximately 250 Pakistani and Chinese companies. They showcased a wide array of products and services, highlighting […]

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Pakistani and China reaffirm dedication to enhance bilateral cooperation

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: In a significant diplomatic development, Pakistan and China on Saturday afternoon reaffirmed their unwavering dedication to enhancing bilateral cooperation across diverse realms of mutual interest. The pledge was underscored during a pivotal meeting between Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Murtaza Solangi, and high-ranking Chinese officials, State Councilor Shen Yiqin and Vice […]

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Pakistan’s Serene Airlines starts its operations in China

China Economic Net Beijing: Pakistan’s private Serene Airlines operated its inaugural flight today to Beijing, China. The flight originated from Karachi while stopping in Islamabad and then left for Daxing airport in Beijing. The maiden flight was received amidst a warm welcome ceremony. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, Caretaker Adviser to the Prime Minister on […]

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China-Pakistan training forum on “Livestock Disease Control” organised

Gwadar Pro Lahore: University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS), in conjunction with Livestock and Dairy Development Department, Punjab and China Agriculture University, organized a China-Pakistan training forum focused on “Livestock Disease Control” here this week. The collaborative partnership between UVAS and Chinese academic and business entities was highlighted as beneficial for academic advancement, research, […]

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China is Pakistan’s largest foreign development financing provider since 2012: Report

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Since 2012, China has been Pakistan’s single-largest foreign development financing provider, outspending the United States by a significant margin in recent years, a report showed. The latest report by AidData, a US-based international development research lab, reveals that Pakistan ranks third globally in Chinese development finance with USD 70.3bn portfolio. The report, […]

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Pakistani minister visits CPEC Secretariat

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Caretaker Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Saeed, visited the CPEC Secretariat in Islamabad following the recent successful Third Belt and Road (BRI) Forum in Beijing. During the visit, the minister received a comprehensive briefing on the projects currently underway as part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and […]

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Chinese technology can multiply agriculture production in Pakistan: Pakistani Food Minister

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Caretaker Pakistan Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research Dr Kausar Abdullah Malik said this week that Chinese technology can multiply the agriculture production in Pakistan. Malik chaired a meeting at the Ministry of National Food Security and Research to discuss ways to enhance the productivity of wheat, rice, and sugarcane. […]

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Chinese Ambassador meets JUI-F chief, views exchanged on CPEC projects

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, this week conducted a meeting with Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, where they engaged in discussions regarding projects within the framework of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). According to a statement released by the JUI-F’s media wing, the Chinese ambassador and his delegation delved […]

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New book “Pakistan-China All-Weather Strategic Partner” launched

Gwadar Pro Karachi: A new book titled “Pakistan-China All-Weather Strategic Partner” was officially launched here this week. The chief guest for this event was Sindh Governor Mohammed Kamran Khan Tessori while the Consul General of China in Karachi, Yang Yundong, graced the occasion with his presence. The ceremony concluded with Governor Tessori presenting shields to […]

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SBP chief says use of RMB to fortify Pakistan-China economic ties

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Jameel Ahmad said this week that employing the Chinese Renminbi (RMB) for cross-border trade and investment transactions could further fortify Pakistan-China economic ties. Addressing an event themed “Promoting the use of RMB in Cross-Border Settlement,” organized by China’s ICBC Bank here, Governor SBP Jameel Ahmad underscored […]

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Prominent Pakistani scholar emphasizes crucial role of young people in context of CPEC, BRI

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Prominent Pakistani scholar Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik on Friday afternoon emphasized the crucial role of young people in cultivating person-to-person ties in the context of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Prominent Pakistani scholar emphasizes crucial role of young people in context of CPEC, BRI In […]

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Amb Haque inaugurates Pakistan National Pavilion at Sichuan Agriculture Expo

China Economic Net Beijing: Pakistan’s Ambassador in China, Moin ul Haque, inaugurated Pakistan National Pavilion at the Sichuan Agriculture Expo in Chengdu this week. He was joined by Vice governor of Sichuan Province Hu Yun, Secretary Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), Dr. Farheed Iqbal and Pakistan’s Acting Consul General in Chengdu Agha Hunain Abbas […]

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China’s top political advisor meets Pakistan’s senate chairman

Beijing: China’s top political advisor Wang Huning met with Chairman of Pakistani Senate Sadiq Sanjrani in Beijing this week. Wang, chairman of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) National Committee, said that China and Pakistan are all-weather strategic cooperative partners and ironclad friends. China is willing to work with Pakistan to further implement the […]

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BUITEMS partners with Chinese universities for disaster prevention research

Gwadar Pro Quetta: The Balochistan University of Information Technology, Engineering, and Management Sciences (BUITEMS) has announced a collaboration with Southeast University Nanjing, China, the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), and the Provincial Disaster Management Agency (PDMA). This partnership aims to foster research and innovation in disaster prevention for large-scale structures. Dr. Khalid Hafeez, Vice Chancellor […]

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China’s porcelain capital attracts dream chasers from BRI countries

China Economic Net Nanchang: At 13, Emrah Hakan Caliskan had his first encounter with porcelain at a museum in his hometown of Istanbul, Türkiye. In the Topkapi Palace Museum, he was particularly enchanted by the Chinese blue-and-white porcelain there. In 2015, after studying Chinese for four years, he traveled to Jingdezhen, the world-famous “porcelain capital” […]

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China’s railway passenger trips more than double in January-August

China Economic Net Beijing: The number of passenger trips handled by China’s railways skyrocketed 111.4 percent year on year in the first eight months of this year, official data showed. About 2.61 billion passenger trips were made via the country’s railways during the period, according to the Ministry of Transport. China’s railway network also transported […]

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Photography competition on CPEC attracts massive interest

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Pakistan-China Institute (PCI) is receiving entries for the photography competition showcasing the progress of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), a prominent project within China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). On October 5 in Islamabad, a nationwide photography competition on CPEC was launched. PCI has been witnessing a surge in participation, with […]

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PCFA, CSC celebrate 74th Chinese National Day at University of Peshawar

Gwadar Pro Peshawar: Pakistan China Friendship Association (PCFA) and China Study Centre (CSC) this week celebrated the 74th National Day of China at the University of Peshawar with a pledge to cement the Pakistan-China friendship further. The event served as a platform to celebrate China’s achievements, discuss opportunities for collaboration, and underscore the enduring friendship […]

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Pakistan can learn from Chinese experience to march towards prosperity: Ambassdor Jiang

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Chinese Ambassador in Pakistan Jiang Zaidong this week said that Pakistan can learn from Chinese experience to march towards prosperity. In a meeting with Senate Chairman Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani here, the Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong reaffirmed the close friendship between China and Pakistan, expressing China’s commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation. Jiang emphasized […]

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Pakistan highlights pharmaceutical collaboration with SCO countries

China Economic Net Suzhou: “The 2nd SCO Pharmaceutical Cooperation Development Conference has demonstrated the commitment of member states to foster international cooperation in the pharmaceutical industry. Through this platform, SCO member states aim to promote mutual benefits, strengthen regulatory frameworks, encourage research and development collaboration, and expand market access,” highlighted Mr. Asim Rauf, CEO of […]

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SCO member countries can be mutually beneficial: Information Minister

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Pakistani Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi said this week that Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member countries can benefit from each other’s experiences and advanced technologies. Addressing Shanghai Cooperation Organization TV Festival in Nanjing, China, the Minister invited the media organizations of SCO countries to partner with Pakistan in joint […]

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Sahiwal and Bahawalpur to become sister cities of Wuzheng and Zhangwei

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Punjab’s Caretaker Chief Minister, Mohsin Naqvi this week visited the Communist Party Secretary Office in Yinchuan, the capital city of China’s Ningxia province. Sahiwal and Bahawalpur to become sister cities of Wuzheng and Zhangwei Liang Yanshun, the Secretary of the Communist Party in Ningxia, warmly welcomed Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi and his […]

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AFM Nong Rong says China-Pak coop to positively impact entire Pakistan population

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Chinese Assistant Foreign Minister Nong Rong this week stressed the importance of China and Pakistan fostering mutually advantageous collaborations that would positively impact the entire Pakistan’s population, including those residing in the Balochistan province. During a meeting with a delegation of journalists from Balochistan, Minister Nong maintained that the enduring friendship between […]

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China-Arab Expo: A platform for showcasing construction innovations under BRI

China Economic Net Beijing: The Sixth China-Arab States Expo promotes high-quality joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiatives, and makes greater contributions to south-south cooperation, said Shaikh Muhammad Shariq, Vice President of the National Bank of Pakistan. China-Arab Expo: A platform for showcasing construction innovations under BRI Addressing a conference themed with the theme […]

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New Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan arrives, warmly welcomed

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: The new Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong this week arrived in Islamabad to take up his new assignment and was warmly welcomed, the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan announced. “The recently appointed Chinese ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, arrived in Islamabad on Wednesday to officially assume his role,” the Embassy posted on […]

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Pakistan’s commitment to its ‘Digital Pakistan’ vision evident through establishment of STZA

Gwadar Pro Islamabad: Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Moinul Haque, said this week that Pakistan’s commitment to its ‘Digital Pakistan’ vision, harnessing its youthful and entrepreneurial population, is evident through the establishment of the Special Technology Zone Authority (STZA). He maintained that this initiative aims to entice technology companies to establish research and development centers and […]

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PCJCCI proposes to grow Chinese varieties of potatoes to enhance disease free production

Gwadar Pro Lahore: Pakistan-China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI) this week proposed to grow Chinese varieties of potatoes to enhance disease free production. PCJCCI leaders – during a think-tank session at the PCJCCI Secretariat – mentioned that Chinese potato varieties were known for their resistance to pests and diseases, making them a valuable […]

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