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China’s National Forestry and Grassland Administration announced on Friday that two geoparks in the country, one in Qinghai Province and another in Chongqing Municipality, have been granted the title of UNESCO Global Geopark. With these new additions, China now boasts 49 UNESCO Global Geoparks, more than any other country in the world. Kanbula UNESCO Global Geopark in Qinghai Province, northwest China, August 8, 2023. /VCG Located in northwest China’s Qinghai, the Kanbula National Geopark spans roughly 3,149 square kilometers. Its striking Danxia landforms, towering peaks, hidden caves and emerald lakes make it a prime location for geoscientific research and public…

Lao Airlines’ first commercial flight operating China’s domestically produced C909 aircraft took place on Saturday. Flight QV331 took off from Lao capital Vientiane and landed at Pakse International Airport. The aircraft was delivered to Lao Airlines on March 30, marking its debut in the Lao market. According to the aircraft’s manufacturer, Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China, Ltd., the C909, bearing interior and exterior signage in Lao and a custom-designed livery, boasts excellent high-temperature performance and the ability to take off and land on short and narrow runways. These features ensure that it is able to adapt to Southeast Asia’s operational…

The fifth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE), a key platform for global trade and consumption trends, will take place in Haikou, the capital city of south China’s Hainan Province, from April 13 to 18. The expo has drawn the participation of over 4,100 brands from 71 countries and regions. Co-hosted by China’s Ministry of Commerce and the Hainan provincial government, the expo will feature expanded international participation and first-time innovations. Aligning with China’s innovation priorities, the expo will highlight sectors such as artificial intelligence, low-altitude aviation, smart vehicles and digital health. Tech leaders like Huawei, iFLYTEK and Tesla will…

China urges the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to fulfill its important mission and properly address global nuclear issues, including the Iranian nuclear issue and the AUKUS nuclear submarine cooperation involving the United States, Britain and Australia. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi made the remarks when meeting with IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi in Beijing on Friday. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said that in the face of rising unilateralism, power politics and bullying, the international community must present a unified voice. Otherwise, Wang warned, the world risks…

Pakistan and Belarus have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation across various sectors of mutual interest, following a high-level meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko in Minsk on Friday. Addressing a joint press stakeout after the meeting, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed Pakistan’s keen interest in learning from Belarus’s expertise in agricultural and mining equipment manufacturing. He noted that with 65 percent of Pakistan’s population living in rural areas, the country’s economy is heavily reliant on agriculture. Highlighting the potential for joint ventures, the Prime Minister said collaboration between companies from both nations to locally produce…

Security forces killed two terrorists, including a high-value target, during an intelligence-based operation in the Timergara area of District Lower Dir, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Friday. The operation was carried out on the night of April 10-11 after reports of the presence of militants in the area. According to ISPR, troops effectively surrounded and engaged the militants’ hideout, leading to an intense exchange of fire. Among the dead was Hafeezullah Kochwan, a wanted militant commander who was involved in several terrorist attacks targeting both security personnel and civilians. The government had announced a bounty of Rs. 10…

Saudi Arabia has approved an additional Hajj quota of 10,000 for those who missed the initial registration deadline for Pakistani pilgrims. The development came after deputy prime minister Ishaq Dar contacted Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, formally requesting an increase in Pakistan’s Hajj quota. The special request was aimed at accommodating those individuals who could not register within the set timeframe. Responding positively, Saudi authorities approved the expansion of Pakistan’s Hajj quota. The decision has been widely welcomed as it paves the way for thousands of more pilgrims to perform Hajj this year under the government…

A significant development has emerged in the £190 million case as former Prime Minister and PTI founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi have filed petitions in the Islamabad High Court, requesting an early hearing of their appeals. The petitions, submitted by lawyer Khalid Yousaf Chaudhry, argue that the former premier is being subjected to political victimisation and that the delay in hearing the appeals is hindering the course of justice. According to the plea, no progress was made during the last hearing, and the appeals require urgent attention to ensure timely justice. The petitioner maintained that the delay…

The district administration of Nankana Sahib has announced the closure of all educational institutions for five days in anticipation of the annual Baisakhi festival, as thousands of Sikh pilgrims from across Pakistan, India, and around the world prepare to visit the city. A formal notification has been issued, confirming that schools and colleges in the district will remain closed during the festivities to ensure smooth arrangements and security for the event. The annual Baisakhi festival is being celebrated with religious fervour at the historic Gurdwara Panja Sahib in Hassanabdal. The Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB) and local administration have made…

Global and local gold prices surged to record-breaking levels on Thursday, driven by escalating tariff tensions between the United States and China. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Association, price of 24-karat gold per tola in Pakistan increased by Rs10,000, reaching an all-time high of Rs338,800. Meanwhile, the price of 10 grams of gold rose by Rs8,573 to Rs290,466. On the international front, gold hit a historic milestone, with the price per ounce rising by $100 to reach $3,218 — the highest ever recorded in global trading. Steady rise in gold prices since January Gold prices have been on a…