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ISLAMABAD : Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hailed the Pakistan-China all-weather strategic partnership as a cornerstone of regional stability and a symbol of global peace and prosperity. Speaking at an event at the PM House unveiling sculptures of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Chinese leader Mao Zedong, attended by Mao’s niece, Mao Xiaoqing, Shehbaz emphasized the historic bonds of mutual respect and cooperation between the two nations. He praised the sculptures by renowned Chinese artist Yuan Xikum, recognizing them as a tribute to the shared vision of independence and justice upheld by the two leaders. Highlighting educational collaboration, Shehbaz noted the…

ISLAMABAD  : The International Molecular Pathology Training Program, hosted by China’s Ministry of Science and Technology, concluded at Anhui Medical University in Hefei. Over 20 Pakistani and Mongolian pathologists and biomedical technicians participated, attending lectures on molecular pathology and immunology, experimental operations, hospital visits, and biotech enterprise tours. The program aimed to foster global medical collaboration and highlight advancements in molecular pathology. Anhui Medical University’s Vice President Yu Yongqiang emphasized the role of such initiatives in strengthening international healthcare ties. Notably, the university collaborates with Islamabad Medical & Dental College through the China-Pakistan Cross-cultural Educational Exchange Center, promoting education, research,…

ISLAMABAD : Beijing has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing and expanding the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), highlighting the enduring strength of Pakistan-China ties. Speaking at the inauguration of the ‘China Corner’ at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), Ambassador Syed Tariq Fatemi emphasized the unique and resilient partnership between the two nations, which transcends differences in people and philosophies. The event celebrated the launch of Pakistan’s first dedicated China resource hub, featuring extensive materials to foster research and collaboration. Ambassador Khalil Hashmi and Chinese diplomat Shi Yuanqiang underscored the deep mutual trust and respect anchoring the relationship, with a…

China’s President Xi Jinping will visit Russia in 2025, Russia’s state-run RIA news agency quoted Moscow’s ambassador to Beijing as saying early on Friday. “As for concrete bilateral events, I can say that the appropriate plans are actively being drawn up,” ambassador Igor Morgulov told RIA. “What can be said that is no secret, in terms of priority, is that the chairman of the People’s Republic of China is expected in Russia next year.” China’s foreign ministry did not immediately respond to a request for confirmation from Reuters. Putin visited China in February 2022, proclaiming a “no limits” partnership days before…

China’s high-speed railway network has reached a new milestone, with its total length extending to 47,000 kilometers, according to data from the National Railway Administration released on Thursday. As of now, the country’s total railway network stands at approximately 162,000 kilometers, with the high-speed railway accounting for nearly 30 percent. Experts highlight that this expansion will accelerate the flow of people and goods, boost tourism, and stimulate broader economic growth through the high-speed rail industry chain. Furthermore, the increasing reach of the high-speed railway is expected to strengthen regional economic integration. The Central Economic Work Conference held in December emphasized…

China  published the results of its fifth national economic census, which showed that the country’s economy has progressed while maintaining stability over the past five years. The census results reflected that China has witnessed a significant increase in the number of entities and persons employed in secondary and tertiary industries, Kang Yi, head of the National Bureau of Statistics, said at a press conference on the census. China had 33.27 million legal units engaged in secondary and tertiary industries at the end of 2023, up 52.7 percent from the end of 2018. The secondary and tertiary industries employed over 428.98…

Chinese President Xi Jinping  sent messages of condolence to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev over the casualties in the crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane. Xi said that he was shocked to learn that a passenger plane of Azerbaijan Airlines crashed, causing casualties. On behalf of the Chinese government and people, Xi deeply mourned the victims. Also in the messages, he offered sincere sympathy to the bereaved families and wished the injured a speedy recovery.

RAWALPINDI – The Field General Court Martial (FGCM) has handed down sentences to the remaining 60 culprits involved in May 9 riots, which sparked last year following the arrest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan in a graft case. The Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the May 9 punishments have been awarded in light of the Supreme Court’s decision. It said the sentence were announced after examining all evidences, ensuring the provision of all legal rights to the convicts, completion of due process and the appropriate legal proceedings. List of Civilians Convicted by Military Court 1.Hassan Khan Niazi…

RAWALPINDI  – A special court adjourned the hearing of the Toshakhana-II case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi without any further proceedings. Special Judge Central Shah Rukh Arjumand heard the case in Adiala Jail where the former prime minister was presented in the courtroom. Bushra Bibi also arrived at Adiala Jail for the hearing of the case. At the outset of the hearing, Bushra Bibi’s lawyer Arshad Tabrez, and others requested a postponement of the hearing due to personal commitments. Due to the absence of the lawyers, the statement of the prosecution’s witness could…

In a startling revelation, it was learnt that the top 5% earners in Pakistan have not paid taxes to the tune of Rs1.6 trillion. The figures were shared by Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial while addressing a press conference on Thursday alongside Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb and Minister of State for Finance and Revenue Ali Pervaiz Malik. Addressing the attendees, the FBR chief said that the government’s tax gap for the current fiscal year would be Rs7.1 trillion, which was around Rs6.2 trillion last year. He said the government’s major interventions…