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China and Britain should continue to carry forward the “ice-breaking spirit” and tighten their bonds of cooperation, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said at the closing ceremony of the 2026 UK-China Business Council meeting in Beijing . This is not only a rational choice for the two countries to deal with risks and promote development together, but also their due responsibility as responsible major countries to work together on solving global problems, Li said. Li said that China and Britain are important economic and trade partners sharing extensive common interests. As long as both sides adhere to mutual respect, move in…

China will enhance strategic coordination with Russia and support each other on issues involving their respective core interests and major concerns, said Jiang Bin, spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense. Jiang made the remarks at a regular press briefing when responding to a question about a recent video talk between defense ministers of the two countries. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the China-Russia strategic partnership of coordination and the 25th anniversary of the signing of the China-Russia Treaty of Good-Neighborliness and Friendly Cooperation, Jiang noted. China-Russia relations have maintained high-level development, with military-to-military exchanges…

The official visit of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to China has yielded a series of concrete outcomes, as the two countries have agreed to develop a long-term consistent comprehensive strategic partnership. China has decided to reduce import tariffs on whisky from 10 percent to 5 percent, and is considering granting a unilateral visa waiver to British citizens. Furthermore, both countries agreed to establish a high-level partnership to address climate change, resumed security dialogue and signed 12 intergovernmental cooperation documents. Starmer, the first British prime minister to visit China in eight years, is on a four-day trip that will conclude…

Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to peace in Palestine and regional stability while raising serious security concerns during the weekly media briefing by Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi. The spokesperson said Pakistan joined the Gaza Peace Board with sincerity, alongside seven other key Muslim countries. He said Pakistan seeks peace in Palestine through the forum and aims to contribute to the reconstruction and improvement of Gaza. Rejecting speculation, the Foreign Office said allegations linking the Gaza Peace Board to the Abraham Accords are baseless. Andrabi clarified that the Peace Board has no connection whatsoever with the Abraham Accords and…

Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has clarified that the founder of PTI, Imran Khan, is in good health following a medical examination conducted at a government hospital. The clarification was shared through a message on X amid public concern over the PTI founder’s health. Tarar said that specialist eye doctors examined the PTI founder. The examination was carried out on the advice of medical experts who had been monitoring his condition. According to the minister, on Saturday night the PTI founder was shifted from jail to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences. He was taken there specifically for an eye…

RAWALPINDI : Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Commander of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir visited Bahawalpur Garrison where he was briefed on various operational, training and administrative aspects of the Corps, with special focus on preparations for multi-domain warfare. The COAS & CDF witnessed a high-intensity Field Exercise “Steadfast Resolve,” at Khairpur Tamewali (KPT) encompassing integration of niche technologies like unmanned aerial systems (drones), advanced surveillance assets, Electronic Warfare assets and modern command-and-control mechanisms, reflecting the Armed Forces’ focus on technology-enabled multi-domain operations. While addressing the troops, Field Marshal Munir lauded their high morale, professional competence and…

Severe snowfall and rain have badly disrupted daily life in Pakistan’s upper regions, leaving key roads blocked and triggering shortages of food and fuel in several areas. In Astore district of Gilgit-Baltistan, roads closed due to heavy snowfall have yet to be reopened. Tragically, a sick man from a remote village died before he could be transported to a hospital, highlighting the challenges faced by residents amid prolonged road blockages. Meanwhile, life has come to a standstill in upper and border areas of Balochistan, including Chaman, Qila Abdullah, and Ziarat. Continuous snowfall has cut off land routes, leaving dozens of…

US President Donald Trump is exploring targeted military options against Iran aimed at empowering protesters after a deadly crackdown, according to sources. Experts warn that such strikes could escalate tensions across the Middle East. Trump’s advisers are reportedly considering strikes on Iranian leaders and security forces to encourage anti-government demonstrations. Sources told Reuters that the goal is to give protesters the confidence to challenge state authority after a nationwide crackdown left thousands dead. Options under discussion also include broader attacks on Iran’s ballistic missile sites or nuclear enrichment facilities to create a lasting strategic impact. However, a final decision on…

Two United States federal agents involved in the fatal shooting of intensive care nurse Alex Pretti during a recent immigration raid have been placed on administrative leave, as public anger continues to mount over the controversial operation. Officials confirmed on Wednesday that the two officers have been on leave since Saturday, following what a Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) spokesperson described as “standard protocol.” Pretti was shot multiple times after being forced to the ground by masked immigration officers, in a confrontation that was captured on video. It remains unclear if the Department of Homeland Security has taken further action…

Move over Labubu — China’s new plushie sensation for 2026 is a frowning horse. The “Crying Horse” has gone viral ahead of Lunar New Year, becoming the must-have soft toy for celebrations. The Crying Horse was originally a manufacturing error. A worker at Happy Sister, a shop in Yiwu, accidentally sewed the horse’s mouth upside down, giving it a permanent sad expression. Owner Zhang Huoqing told Reuters that the plush was initially meant to be returned to the customer. However, once a photo of the sad horse circulated online, it quickly captured public attention and started flying off the shelves.…