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Chairman Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP) Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan met Li Jin Song, founder of Tang Chinese Education, at the institution’s headquarters in Beijing on Sunday to discuss expanding Pakistan-China cooperation in education, language learning, skills development and youth empowerment, as both sides explored new avenues to equip Pakistani youth with globally competitive skills and create greater academic opportunities. The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration in Chinese language education, vocational training and capacity building initiatives aimed at preparing young Pakistanis for emerging opportunities in an increasingly interconnected global economy. Rana Mashhood said investing in youth through quality education, international…

China and Pakistan cooperate closely across all sectors, but there remains ample room to deepen bilateral publishing cooperation, as we have yet to carry out extensive joint work,” said Daniyal Salam, Director of Head Office, Sales, Marketing & Editorial of Pakistan’s century-old publishing house Ferozsons (Pvt.) Ltd., on the sidelines of the 32nd Beijing International Book Fair (BIBF). This year’s BIBF has attracted more than 1,700 exhibitors from 82 countries and regions, including over 1,100 overseas participants such as Elsevier, Springer Nature, Cengage, Pearson and Wiley, creating a global platform for copyright negotiation and cultural industry communication. Ferozsons is the…

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced enhanced travel facilities on its Beijing route, significantly increasing free baggage allowances and improving connectivity options for passengers traveling between Pakistan and China. Under the revised policy, Economy Class passengers will now be allowed 50 kilograms of free baggage, up from 40 kilograms, while Executive Economy passengers will benefit from an increased allowance of 60 kilograms, up from 50 kilograms. The airline said the move aims to offer one of the most competitive baggage provisions in the market, providing greater convenience and value to travelers, according to official sources here on Sunday. PIA Pakistan…

Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, underscored the importance of cultural diplomacy and Pakistan-China friendship while addressing the “Elegant Dragon Boat Festival, Romantic China” themed event for diplomats held in Beijing on Saturday. In his remarks, the Ambassador described the Dragon Boat Festival as one of China’s most valued intangible cultural heritage traditions, reflecting themes of unity, remembrance, and the pursuit of a better life. He noted that the festival honors historical figures associated with integrity and patriotism and continues to be celebrated through vibrant customs including dragon boat racing, the preparation of zongzi, and the hanging of fragrant wormwood.…

China’s Ministry of Finance on Monday announced a notice prohibiting the purchase of products manufactured by 46 designated US companies in government procurement. Under the new measure, procurement entities participating in government purchasing activities are barred from buying products made by the listed US firms, including Lockheed Martin Corporation and Raytheon Missiles & Defense. The measure was approved in accordance with relevant Chinese laws and regulations, the ministry said, adding the restriction does not apply to US-invested companies operating in China. The measure takes effect from the date of issuance.

As a flagship event of the APEC “China Year”, the APEC China CEO Forum was held in Beijing , bringing together participants to explore opportunities for global economic growth and China’s development.

Chinese authorities on Sunday called for enhanced precautions against mountain torrents, geological disasters, flooding of medium and small rivers, and urban waterlogging, as heavy downpours are expected to hit multiple regions over the next three days. To assess recent rainfall trends and flood conditions, and to coordinate flood control efforts in key regions, the State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters and the Ministry of Emergency Management (MEM) held a joint consultation on Sunday with the China Meteorological Administration, the Ministry of Water Resources, the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, and the Ministry of…

Hong Kong is emerging as a strategic global foothold for Chinese mainland hard-tech enterprises, said Paul Chan, financial secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government. This constitutes a vote of confidence in the city’s sprawling network of international investors and its unique role as a bridge connecting Chinese technological innovations to global capital pools, Chan wrote in his weekly blog published on Sunday. Chinese mainland tech companies are eager to access global capital and forge international business partnerships, and Hong Kong’s value to them extends well beyond a mere fundraising platform, Chan said. The city’s common-law system,…

China’s Ministry of Commerce announced on Monday that it has decided to add 10 US entities, including Aveox, Inc., to the export control list in accordance with the nation’s export control law and regulations on export control of dual-use items. The measure was taken to safeguard national security and interests, and fulfill international obligations such as non-proliferation, according to a statement from the ministry. Effective June 22, export operators are prohibited from exporting dual-use items to the 10 entities that also include Red Cat Holdings, Inc., Teal Drones, Inc., IMSAR, Jaia Robotics, Inc., Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp., Oshkosh Defense,…

At least seven people were killed and five others injured in a powerful explosion in Domail Tehsil of Bannu on Saturday, according to police officials. The blast occurred in the Pang Musakhel area, triggering panic in the locality and resulting in multiple casualties. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Police said the explosion took place in the Pang Musakhel area of Domail Tehsil in Bannu district. According to initial reports, unknown armed men targeted a Datsun vehicle, leading to a deadly blast that claimed seven lives and left five people injured. Tehsildar’s vehicle also hit Police officials stated…