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The 23rd round of the China-India Corps Commander Level Meeting has been held at the Moldo-Chushul border meeting point on the Indian side, China’s Ministry of National Defense said on Wednesday. The two sides held positive and in-depth discussions on managing the western section of the boundary between China and India, and agreed to act in accordance with the important consensus reached between the leaders of the two countries and continue to maintain communication and dialogue through military and diplomatic channels to jointly safeguard peace and tranquility in the border areas.

Just days after the fourth plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) concluded in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping is going to make his first overseas trip since the CPC plenum — to attend the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting and to pay a state visit to South Korea from October 30 to November 1. As the session reaffirmed China’s long-term vision and steady commitment to sharing growth opportunities with the world, observers are watching closely to see how China’s leadership will bring new energy to Asia-Pacific development and help guide the region…

The Explanation of the Recommendations of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) for Formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development was made public on Tuesday. The explanation was made by Xi Jinping, general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, at the fourth plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee. Please refer to the link for the full English translation of this document. Full text: Explanation of the Recommendations of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China for Formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : As part of the Türkiye–Pakistan Cultural Week (28–31 October) celebrated under the patronage of Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif to mark the 102nd anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye, a Letter of Intent was signed between the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) and the Directorate General of Archaeology, Department of Tourism, Archaeology & Museums of the Government of Punjab for the rehabilitation of the Javed Manzil / Allama Muhammad Iqbal Museum in Lahore. Commissioned by Pakistan’s national poet and philosopher Allama Muhammad Iqbal, Javed Manzil is the house where he lived and passed away, later…

ISLAMABAD: Talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan in Istanbul to broker a long-term truce have ended without a resolution, Afghan state media and a Pakistan security source said on Tuesday. Spokespeople for Afghanistan’s foreign ministry and Pakistan’s army and defence minister did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Pakistan’s fiscal indicators have shown remarkable improvement in the first quarter of the current fiscal year, according to a new report by the Ministry of Finance. From July to September, tax revenue increased by 12.5%, surpassing Rs2,884 billion. The report revealed that total expenditure rose by 7.6% to reach Rs1,760 billion during the same period. Despite this increase, the government recorded a fiscal surplus of over Rs1,509 billion, a significant turnaround compared to a fiscal deficit of over Rs648 billion in the corresponding period last year. Strong fiscal management drives improvement Officials credited the improvement to better fiscal management and…

Pakistan has offered Bangladesh access to the Karachi Port Trust, allowing Dhaka to expand its trade network with China and Central Asian countries. The offer was extended during the 9th Pak-Bangladesh Joint Economic Commission (JEC) meeting held in Dhaka — the first such meeting in 20 years. The session was co-chaired by Pakistan’s Petroleum Minister Ali Pervez and Bangladesh’s Finance Advisor. The long-awaited meeting marked a milestone in Pakistan-Bangladesh relations, signaling renewed cooperation after years of limited engagement. According to an official statement, both countries underscored the importance of boosting collaboration between their national shipping corporations. Pakistan’s offer of Karachi…

The Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA) has announced plans to make all airports across the country fully cashless. The initiative aims to promote safe, transparent, and efficient payment systems for both passengers and staff. Under the new plan, passengers will be able to access all airport services — from food courts to retail outlets — without using cash. Instead, QR codes will be installed at all major airports in collaboration with the State Bank of Pakistan to enable seamless digital payments. Airport shops, service counters, and vendors are being directed to transition toward cashless operations, ensuring smooth and contactless transactions across…

Sudan’s army chief, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has announced the withdrawal of his forces from el-Fasher, the last military stronghold in Darfur, following the city’s takeover by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The move comes as the United Nations warns of widespread atrocities and a deepening humanitarian crisis in the war-ravaged region. The announcement came late Monday, a day after the RSF captured the main Sudanese army base in el-Fasher — a city that had resisted the paramilitary group since the conflict erupted in April 2023. General al-Burhan said the withdrawal was made to prevent further civilian casualties, accusing the…

Argentine football icon Lionel Messi has hinted that he may feature in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying he will evaluate his physical condition before making a final decision. The 37-year-old superstar, who turns 39 next June, remains hopeful of defending Argentina’s title in what could be his sixth appearance at football’s grandest tournament. Messi still not thinking about retirement Speaking to NBC News, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner said he would assess his fitness early next year before committing to the World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. “It’s something extraordinary to be able to be in…