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Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, said Chinese artificial intelligence and related technologies—offered at scale and competitive costs—could significantly benefit developing countries and called for stronger Pakistan–China cooperation, particularly in medical AI. Speaking during China’s annual Two Sessions, he noted that China’s AI progress is driven by indigenous innovation and highlighted its global leadership in AI patents. Hashmi described AI as a transformative technology across sectors such as education, agriculture, transport and sustainable development, and emphasized collaboration in medical AI, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology to expand access to affordable diagnostic and therapeutic tools in Pakistan.

Pakistan plans to deepen cooperation with China in artificial intelligence by establishing a joint laboratory aimed at promoting AI-driven innovation, particularly in agriculture and medicine. The initiative seeks to utilize Chinese technological expertise to support research, development, and practical AI applications that can improve productivity, efficiency, and service delivery in key sectors. The collaboration is part of Pakistan’s broader strategy to strengthen its technological capacity and accelerate the adoption of emerging digital tools through international partnerships.

Terrorism emanating from Afghan soil poses a “grave threat not only to its immediate neighbours, but also to the broader region and beyond,” Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, said on Monday at a UN Security Council meeting on Afghanistan. Speaking at the meeting, Ambassador Ahmad highlighted that elements within the Taliban regime have “chosen the path of complicity and active support” for terrorist groups, including the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), Balochistan Liberation Army (TTP), Majeed Brigade, Daesh Khorasan, Al-Qaeda, and East Turkestan Islamic Movement (ETIM), which enjoy safe havens in Afghanistan from where they launch cross-border…

China remains highly vigilant against and firmly opposes Japan’s attempts to seek co-called breakthroughs on the Taiwan question, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Monday. Spokesperson Guo Jiakun made the remarks at a regular news briefing when responding to a query about the recent visit to Japan by Cho Jung-tai, chief of Taiwan’s executive body, saying that he conducted activities aimed at “Taiwan independence” in Japan and his actions were “despicable.” “Japan will pay a price for its indulgence in provocations and reckless actions, and all the consequences arising from them must be borne by Japan,” Guo said.

Fujian Province in southeast China is accelerating its push toward innovation-driven development, in line with the national strategy of achieving greater self-reliance in science and technology. Guided by priorities outlined in both the national and provincial government work reports, the province is positioning technological innovation as the central engine of high-quality growth. By leveraging strengths in industrial upgrading, emerging industries and an expanding innovation ecosystem, Fujian is becoming an increasingly important force in China’s technology landscape. The province is working to bridge traditional manufacturing advantages with cutting-edge technologies, while deepening the integration of innovation with the real economy. Traditional industries:…

China’s foreign trade grew 18.3% year on year in the first two months of 2026, data from the General Administration of Customs showed on Tuesday. Exports rose 19.2% from the same period last year, while imports went up 17.1%, according to the data.

China’s top legislature enacted six new laws and revised 14 others over the past year as part of efforts to support reform and development through high-quality legislation, according to a report released on Monday. Over the past year, the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) reviewed a total of 40 laws, legal interpretations and draft decisions. It enacted six laws, amended 14 laws, issued one legal interpretation, and adopted three decisions on legal and major issues. It also approved nine treaties and important agreements. The work report was delivered by Zhao Leji, chairman of the NPC Standing Committee,…

ISLAMABAD : Federal Minister for Information Ataullah Tarar has said that Pakistan did not target any civilian areas in Afghanistan during its operations. Speaking to Arab News, Ataullah Tarar stated that Pakistan is carrying out actions against militant hideouts inside Afghanistan based on precise intelligence. He emphasized that no civilian areas were targeted and that Pakistan is only striking terrorist infrastructure and their support networks. He further said that the figures presented by the Afghan Taliban government are imaginary and not worthy of serious comment. According to him, claims made by the spokesperson of the Afghan Ministry of Defence about…

ISLAMABAD : Pakistan Army is conducting effective ground and air operations against Afghan Taliban and extremist groups (Fitna al-Khawarij) along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. Security sources the army targeted a Taliban post in Shawal, near South Waziristan, forcing the militants to flee and destroying the post with explosives. Continuous strikes are being carried out on Taliban hideouts and military installations to prevent cross-border attacks. In a successful operation in Paktika, Pakistani forces destroyed an ammunition depot at Shahin Base, further disrupting militant operations. Security officials confirmed that Operation Ghazab lil-Haq remains ongoing, with targets being systematically neutralized, and will continue until…

ISLAMABAD : The US Embassy in Islamabad has confirmed that it will continue providing routine and emergency services to US citizens in Pakistan. However, all immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments scheduled between March 9 and March 13 have been canceled. Applicants affected by the cancellations will receive instructions via email regarding how to reschedule their visa appointments. Meanwhile, all consular services at the US Consulates General in Karachi and Lahore remain temporarily suspended.