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China’s national lawmakers began deliberating on the work report of the National People’s Congress (NPC) Standing Committee on Saturday. Zhao Leji, chairman of the NPC Standing Committee, delivered the report at the second plenary meeting of the third session of the 14th NPC. Chinese President Xi Jinping and other leaders attended the meeting. Over the past year, the Standing Committee of the NPC has supported and served the country’s reform and development efforts through high-quality legislation, according to the report. It added that the NPC Standing Committee has also enhanced its self-improvement initiatives to strengthen its competence in law-based governance.…

A reception in the run-up to International Women’s Day, which falls on March 8, was held in Beijing on Friday. Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin addressed the event, calling on China’s hundreds of millions of women to continue writing new splendid chapters in the new journey of building a great country and advancing national rejuvenation. Shen, also president of the All-China Women’s Federation, said that China would co-host the Global Summit of Women with UN Women in Beijing this year, adding that the country stands ready to work with all parties to build a better world for all women and…

ISLAMABAD: While the exchange of fire between Pakistani and Afghan forces stopped last night, trade and pedestrian crossings at the Torkham border continue to remain suspended for the 14th consecutive day on Friday. Sources indicate that relative calm has prevailed since the unannounced ceasefire took effect late last night. Prior to the ceasefire, tensions have remained high in the Torkham area and its surroundings, with both sides having engaged in heavy gunfire and shelling. The border village of Bacha Mena on the Pakistani side was evacuated, with residents relocated to safer areas due to intense cross-border shelling. Additionally, the Torkham…

China has made significant progress in laser technology development, breaking decades of foreign dominance in key areas and joining the ranks of global front-runners, said Ma Xinqiang, a deputy to the 14th National People’s Congress (NPC) and chairman of Huagong Technology, on Saturday. Laser technology is integral to the manufacturing of 70 percent of components in industries such as smartphones and automotive production. Historically constrained by foreign technology controls, China has prioritized domestic innovation to overcome these dependencies, Ma said during a group interview ahead of the second plenary meeting of the third session of the 14th NPC. Through sustained…

ISLAMABAD : China and the United States will stay on this planet for a long time. They must therefore seek peaceful coexistence, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Friday. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said mutual respect is an important prerequisite for China-U.S. relations. The United States should not return good with evil, or even impose arbitrary tariffs, Wang said when commenting on the U.S. move to impose additional tariffs on Chinese goods using the fentanyl issue as a pretext. The abuse of fentanyl in the United States…

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday emphasized strengthening the role of education in supporting scientific and technological advancement, as well as talent development. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, called for a deep understanding of the role of education, science and technology, and talent in driving Chinese modernization. The goal is to cultivate a steady stream of talent, unlock their full potential, and ensure their abilities are fully utilized, Xi said while attending a joint group meeting during the third session of the 14th National Committee…

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday extended festive greetings and best wishes to women of all ethnic groups and from all walks of life across the country ahead of International Women’s Day, which falls on March 8. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, sent the greetings while attending a joint group meeting during the third session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, the top political advisory body.

Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, met with Pan Jiang, Director General of the Department of International Cooperation at China’s NDRC, to review CPEC’s progress and explore future cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative. Both sides expressed satisfaction with CPEC’s development, reaffirming the NDRC’s role as China’s focal institution for the project. Senior officials from the Pakistani embassy and NDRC also attended the meeting. Ambassador Hashmi later shared the discussion highlights on social media.

Apple unveiled its latest MacBook Air models on Wednesday, featuring the new M4 chip and enhanced artificial intelligence capabilities, while lowering the starting price by $100 compared to previous generations. The 13-inch MacBook Air will now start at $999, with the 15-inch model beginning at $1,199. Customers can place pre-orders immediately, with in-store availability scheduled for March 12. While official pricing for Pakistan hasn’t been announced, market analysts expect the 13-inch MacBook Air to retail for approximately 280,000-300,000 PKR, with the 15-inch version likely reaching 340,000-360,000 PKR based on current exchange rates and import duties. These new laptops come equipped with Apple…

Pakistan Navy Ship PNS ASLAT took part in the 5th edition of the Multinational Naval Exercise KOMODO-25, organized by the Indonesian Navy in Bali, Indonesia. Themed ‘Maritime Partnership for Peace and Stability’, the exercise brought together navies from approximately 38 countries to enhance maritime cooperation and strengthen regional security, according to a statement from Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). Currently on an Overseas Deployment (OSD), PNS ASLAT’s active participation highlights Pakistan Navy’s commitment to international maritime collaboration and regional stability. The exercise began with a grand Fleet Review, where PNS ASLAT, along with warships, helicopters, and aircraft from participating nations, showcased…