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ISLAMABAD : Pakistan plans to acquire 40 J-35 stealth fighter jets from China, marking China’s first sale of fifth-generation warplanes to a foreign ally. The South China Morning Post reported that the jets would be delivered within two years, enhancing Pakistan’s defense capabilities and rebalancing regional dynamics. This development follows the visit of General Zhang Youxia, Vice Chairman of China’s Central Military Commission, to Pakistan’s General Headquarters, where discussions with COAS General Asim Munir emphasized mutual trust, regional security, and deepening bilateral defense cooperation. The J-35, China’s second fifth-generation stealth aircraft, is designed similarly to the US F-35, highlighting China’s…

TASHKENT : Uzbekistan has introduced a series of transformative institutional reforms over the past five years to modernize its economic policies and enhance competition. Khalilillo Turakhujaev, Chairman of the Committee for the Development of Competition and Protection of Consumer Rights, has highlighted the nation’s commitment to reducing state presence in the economy and fostering fair market practices. The implementation of the “Yellow Pages Rule” has been a cornerstone of these reforms. This rule prohibits the establishment of a state-owned enterprise (SOE) if five private-sector entities are already operating in the same industry. This benchmark was established after robust market monitoring…

A Chinese commercial radar remote sensing constellation composed of 12 satellites has started its operation, according to PIESAT, a Beijing-based satellite firm. The announcement came after four PIESAT-2 satellites, which were launched into a 528-kilometer sun-synchronous orbit last week, successfully transmitted high-resolution images and data back to Earth. The latest satellites joined eight satellites that were previously deployed to space, creating China’s largest commercial radar remote sensing constellation: Nuwa, named after the Chinese goddess known as the creator of humanity. Nuwa’s satellites are arranged in three groups. The first group forms a wheel-like configuration, with a main satellite acting as a…

China has signed documents with Palestine to send two batches of emergency humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, according to the Chinese Embassy in Egypt. The signing ceremony, held in Cairo on Monday, was attended by Chinese Ambassador to Egypt Liao Liqiang and Palestinian Ambassador to Egypt Diab al-Louh. “To ease the humanitarian conditions in the Gaza Strip, the Chinese government has continued to provide assistance to Palestine,” Liao said, adding that China has delivered multiple batches of emergency humanitarian relief supplies, including food and medicine, to the enclave through Egypt. He reiterated that China is willing to maintain close…

The Standing Committee of the 14th National People’s Congress (NPC) concluded its 13th session in Beijing on Wednesday. At the closing meeting, lawmakers voted to adopt a law on value-added tax, a decision on amending the Supervision Law and a revised Science and Technology Popularization Law. They adopted a decision on removing Wang Guanghua from the post of minister of natural resources and appointing Guan Zhi’ou to the position. President Xi Jinping signed four presidential orders to promulgate the laws and the decisions. Zhao Leji, chairman of the NPC Standing Committee, presided over the closing meeting. The meeting decided to…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : China Media Group (CMG) officially announced the four sub-venues for the 2025 Spring Festival Gala: Chongqing, Wuhan, Lhasa, and Wuxi on Tuesday, signaling the countdown to Chinese New Year. It is the first Spring Festival Gala after Chinese New Year being added to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, a momentous occasion for Chinese culture. Chinese New Year was officially recognized by UNESCO on December 4, underscoring the global significance of this traditional festival. The recognition not only elevates the international profile of Chinese culture but also provides an opportunity for people…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS):Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Pakistan, Alisher Tukhtaev on Wednesday extended warm greetings on ‘Quaid-e-Azam Day’ to the Pakistan’s nations and emphasized to follow the vision of the founder of Pakistan Quaid- e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. In a message released here, the Ambassador of Uzbekistan said that this day honours the remarkable legacy of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, whose vision and determination continue to inspire unity and progress. He said that today, 25th December, “we proudly observe Quaid-e-Azam Day, the birthday of the great leader and founder of Pakistan, Muhammad Ali Jinnah. His legacy serves as an inspiration to all…

By: Tahir Farooq Altay is a region of stunning natural beauty, cultural richness, and remarkable progress. It was my first visit to this captivating destination, and the experience left me both inspired and intrigued. Altay, often referred to as the “pearl of Xinjiang,” is a testament to China’s commitment to balanced regional development, human progress, and cultural preservation. My journey coincided with the Winter Festival, an event that showcased the region’s vibrancy and spirit in the most delightful way. From the moment I arrived in Altay, I was struck by the harmonious blend of traditional charm and modern infrastructure. The…

LAHORE  – The nation is celebrating 148th birth anniversary of father of the nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah today (Monday) with renewed commitment to work hard for realisation of the ideals he envisioned for Pakistan. The day dawned with gun salutes in the federal and provincial capitals while change of guards ceremony will will be held at the mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah in Karachi. Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was born on December 25, 1876 in Karachi. He served as leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan s independence on 14 August 1947. Quaid-e-Azam, literally ‘the…

Security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in the Sararogha area of South Waziristan the night between Dec 24 and 25, killing 13 terrorists. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Wednesday, the operation was launched following credible information about the presence of militants in the region. According to ISPR, the slain terrorists were actively involved in several attacks targeting security forces and civilians. “The operation reflects the security forces’ unwavering resolve to rid Pakistan of the menace of terrorism,” the ISPR statement read. Following the engagement, a sanitization operation was initiated to ensure no remaining militants are hiding in the…