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The South China Sea Development Research Institute under the Ministry of Natural Resources on Friday has released a survey report on the coral reef ecosystems of Tiexian Jiao and Niu’e Jiao. Based on satellite remote sensing and field investigation data, the report presents, for the first time, a comprehensive and systematic assessment of the coral reef ecosystems of Tiexian Jiao and Niu’e Jiao. It provides scientific and accurate analysis of the formation processes of the shoals in these areas and identifies the main factors contributing to the degradation of the coral reef ecosystem in Tiexian Jiao. According to the report,…

In the face of the current uncertain and unstable international situation, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged joint efforts to safeguard the international economic and trade order as he met with Swiss Federal Councillor and Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis in Beijing on Thursday. As staunch supporters of multilateralism and free trade, China and Switzerland should work together to address the challenges of anti-globalization trends, defend the legitimate rights and interests of all countries, and jointly safeguard the international economic and trade order and the basic norms of international relations, so as to never allow the law of the jungle to…

Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Kenyan President William Ruto in Beijing on Thursday, with both sides agreeing to elevate their bilateral ties to a China-Kenya community with a shared future for the new era. Noting that the move is a strategic choice for both sides, Xi said that in response to the historical trend and the trend of the times, China is willing to work with Kenya to create an example in the all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future for the new era, and lead the development of China-Africa relations and the forging of solidarity and cooperation…

LAHORE: Peshawar Zalmi on Thursday thrashed Lahore Qalandars by seven wickets in the 14th fixture of the Pakistan Super League Season 10 at the Gaddafi Stadium. Alzarri Joseph’s bowling exploits, backed by half-centuries from Babar Azam and Hussain Talat, propelled Zalmi to a comfortable victory over Qalandars. Chasing a modest 130-run target, the visitors knocked the winning runs for the loss of just three wickets and 20 balls to spare. Zalmi, however, had a contrasting start to their pursuit as they lost opening batter Saim Ayub (two) and Tom Kohler Cadmore (zero) inside two overs with just seven runs on…

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s Laptop Scheme has returned for its fourth phase, aiming to distribute 100,000 laptops to deserving students. This initiative is a part of the government’s broader Digital Youth Hub, designed to provide equal educational opportunities, bridge the digital divide, and enhance the country’s youth’s digital literacy. The Prime Minister’s Laptop Scheme, initially launched under the Prime Minister’s Youth Program, has been an instrumental effort to reduce the digital gap in Pakistan. By equipping talented students from public sector universities with laptops, the scheme aims to promote digital education and provide students with access to vital educational…

In a major escalation of diplomatic measures, Pakistan has decided to exercise its right to suspend all bilateral agreements with India following the alleged false flag operation in Pahalgam in India-held Kashmir as well as India’s unilateral announcement to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty. The decisions were made during an emergency session of the National Security Committee (NSC), chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and attended by the services chiefs and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee. According to an official statement, the NSC reviewed the situation arising after India’s false flag operation in Pahalgam and expressed…

The treaty, signed on September 19, 1960, in Karachi, was brokered by the World Bank to establish a permanent mechanism for resolving water-related disputes between the two countries. It was signed by Pakistan’s President Ayub Khan and India’s Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, with the then-President of the World Bank present at the ceremony. Under Article 12 of the treaty, its terms are permanent and cannot be amended without mutual consent. The treaty allocated the eastern rivers—Ravi, Sutlej, and Beas—to India, while Pakistan was granted exclusive rights over the western rivers—Chenab, Jhelum, and the Indus. Analysts believe that while India may…

Pakistan’s decision to close its airspace to Indian aircraft is expected to deal a significant financial blow to Indian airlines, with losses estimated in millions of rupees per day due to longer routes and higher fuel consumption. The move comes amid escalating diplomatic tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours, following a series of decisions made during a high-level meeting of Pakistan’s National Security Committee (NSC). According to aviation sources, 70 to 80 two-way flights from India pass through Pakistani airspace daily, and the number can sometimes exceed 100. These flights operate between India and destinations in Europe, North America, the…

Popular Pakistani actors Hania Aamir and Farhan Saeed, known for their drama ‘Mere Humsafar,’ are under fire for their recent statements on the Pahalgam tragedy in Indian-occupied Kashmir. An unidentified gunman brutally attacked 26 Indian tourists, resulting in their deaths. In heartfelt Instagram posts, the two stars addressed the incident. Farhan Saeed wrote, “Heartfelt condolences for Pahalgam Attack victims and their families.” Hania Aamir posted a more elaborate note, “Tragedy anywhere is a tragedy for all of us… No matter where we come from, grief speaks the same language. May we choose humanity, always.” Several other Pakistani celebrities, including Mawra Hocane, Anmol…

After the biggest decline in history, the price of gold in Pakistan and globally remained stable on Thursday. On Thursday, the price of 24-karat gold remained unchanged at Rs352,000 per tola. Dealers reported a similar unchanged trend in the price of 10 grams of 24-karat gold, which remained Rs301,783. Furthermore, the price of 10 grams of 22-karat gold also reported stability at Rs276,644. The price of 24-karat silver per tola also did not change, and maintained the rate of Rs3,457. Internationally also, the gold price remained stable at $3,338 per ounce.