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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday that China stands ready to implement a visa-free travel policy for Swedish nationals and hopes that Sweden will play a constructive role in promoting the healthy development of China-EU relations. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks during a meeting with Sweden’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard in Beijing. He noted that Sweden is an important country in the European Union and was the first Western country to establish diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China, adding…

China will continuously optimize licensing procedures and reduce review times in implementing its latest rare earths export controls, and will actively consider facilitation measures to promote legitimate trade effectively, a Ministry of Commerce spokesperson said at a press conference on Thursday. The recent export control measures are a normal effort by the Chinese government to improve China’s export control system in accordance with laws and regulations, and are not targeted at any specific country or region, according to ministry spokesperson He Yongqian. “All applications for compliant exports intended for civil use will be approved,” she said. She noted that the…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Petroleum Division has ordered an inquiry after officials of the Directorate General (Oil), Policy Wing, headed by Imran Ahmed who also holds the additional charge of Acting Director General Petroleum Concessions (DGPC), allegedly provided incorrect information about outstanding dues of Cnergyico Pakistan Limited. According to sources familiar with the development, the inquiry was initiated after a contradictory statement emerged regarding the outstanding dues of Cnergyico Pakistan Limited, one of the country’s leading oil refining and marketing companies. During an internal briefing at the Secretary Petroleum’s Office, DG (Oil) officials reported that no outstanding amount was pending…

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday congratulated the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations on the 80th anniversary of its founding. In the message, Xi said that the FAO has played an important role in ensuring global food security, promoting rural development and the transformation of food systems and improving the living standards of people in various countries. Xi emphasized that the Chinese government places high importance on food security, adheres to relying on itself to ensure the food supply for over 1.4 billion people and provides assistance to countries in need within its capacity, contributing to…

RAWALPINDI : Pakistan security forces have killed 34 terrorists affiliated with the Indian-backed extremist group “Khawarij” in operations across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Army’s media wing ISPR reported on Thursday that from October 13 to 15, intelligence-based operations were conducted in various areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. During an operation in the Spin Wam area of North Waziristan, a fierce exchange of fire took place, resulting in the death of 18 Khawarij. In South Waziristan, another intelligence-led operation led to the elimination of eight extremists, while a third operation in Bannu saw eight more terrorists were killed. ISPR stated that under Operation Azm-e-Istihkam,…

Pakistan’s exports of goods recorded a 3.88% decline during the first quarter (July–September) of the current fiscal year, falling by $307 million to $7.59 billion, according to the latest report from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). While the overall export figures show a downward trend, key industrial sectors such as textiles, leather products, sports goods, and surgical instruments posted moderate growth, helping cushion the broader contraction. Textile sector shows mixed performance The textile sector, Pakistan’s largest export segment, saw a 5.63% increase in exports during the first quarter, with total shipments valued at $4.77 billion. Subcategories such as ready-made…

China has welcomed the temporary ceasefire between Pakistan and Afghanistan, describing it as a positive move toward regional peace and stability. The Chinese Foreign Ministry expressed readiness to play a constructive role in fostering better relations between the two neighbouring countries. A spokesperson for the ministry said Beijing was closely monitoring the situation and commended both sides for showing restraint in recent days. The statement emphasized that China will “continue to support peace efforts and contribute to stability in the region.” Call for restraint, constructive dialogue The Chinese Foreign Ministry urged both Pakistan and Afghanistan to exercise restraint and avoid…

The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has announced the results of the Central Superior Services (CSS) 2025 examination, revealing a steep competition with only 397 candidates passing the written test out of 15,602 participants. The results highlight the tough nature of Pakistan’s premier civil service exam, which serves as the gateway to the country’s most prestigious administrative and police positions. Candidates can check their result here: https://tinyurl.com/25ryh6mh Punjab leads with highest number of successful candidates According to FPSC data, the highest number of successful candidates — 269 — belonged to Punjab, maintaining the province’s consistent lead in CSS performance over the…

An important meeting of the federal cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, was held in Islamabad on Thursday, where the government reviewed national and international affairs, the regional security situation, and ongoing administrative reforms. The prime minister took the cabinet into confidence regarding his foreign visits, recent diplomatic engagements, and Pakistan’s achievements at the international level. Cabinet members were briefed on the current regional situation, including security developments in neighbouring countries. Cabinet expresses full support for Pakistan Army The meeting witnessed a strong show of solidarity with the Pakistani armed forces. The cabinet members paid glowing tributes to the…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz presided over an extraordinary meeting on law and order in Lahore, during which the provincial government took a series of major decisions aimed at enforcing the state’s writ and strengthening law enforcement across Punjab. The meeting focused on tackling extremism, regulating illegal residents, and implementing stricter controls on illegal weapons. Officials described the measures as “historic decisions” designed to establish rule of law and restore public confidence in state institutions. Ban recommended on extremist party One of the central outcomes of the meeting was the decision to recommend a federal ban on an extremist party…