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The China-Africa partnership and China’s promise for mutually beneficial development are powering Africa’s development, as China’s continued commitment to openness remains both timely and significant for the continent’s resilience amid global economic turbulence, a senior United Nations (UN) official has said. Melaku Geboye, coordinator of the African Trade Policy Center at the UN Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), made the remarks during a high-level promotion symposium on the ninth China International Import Expo (CIIE) and the ninth Hongqiao International Economic Forum (HQF) on Tuesday at the African Union headquarters in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa. The UNECA official noted…

China has rejected more than 1.27 million trademark applications over the past three years and invalidated over 3,300 trademarks, as part of a widening crackdown on deceptive branding that misleads consumers, the country’s top intellectual property regulator said on Thursday. “Trademarks are meant to identify the source of goods or services, not to serve as advertising tools for false or misleading claims,” said Rui Wenbiao, deputy commissioner of the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), at a press conference amid the country’s IP publicity week, which kicked off on Monday. Rui’s remarks came in response to a question about the…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with the Pakistani astronauts designated for the upcoming human spaceflight mission, Khurram Dawood and Muhammad Zeeshan Ali, on Thursday. The meeting was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal, Minister for Information Attaullah Tarar, and Chairman SUPARCO Mohammad Yousaf Khan, alongside the Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong, the PM Office stated. The development comes as Pakistan is set to send its first astronaut to space under a landmark human spaceflight collaboration with China, marking a historic entry into an exclusive group of nations…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a significant meeting with US Charge d’Affaires to Pakistan Natalie Baker, during which both officials exchanged detailed views on the latest regional developments. The discussion also touched on diplomatic efforts to hold a second round of negotiations between the US and Iran in Islamabad. Minister Naqvi expressed appreciation for US President Donald Trump’s recent decision to extend the ceasefire, calling it an important step toward reducing tensions. Emphasizing the need for continuous diplomatic engagement to achieve a lasting resolution, Naqvi also voiced hope for positive progress from Iran. He highlighted that Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz…

The teaser for Luv Di Saun has been unveiled, giving audiences a first look at what appears to be a gripping and unconventional love story set in the historic streets of old Lahore. The teaser showcases Farhan Saeed and Mamya Shajaffar riding a Royal Enfield motorcycle through the city’s narrow alleys, capturing the raw and vibrant atmosphere of Lahore’s old quarters. Saeed is seen portraying a young man from the inner city, while Shajaffar takes on the role of his love interest. This project marks their first on-screen pairing in a film, though the duo previously shared the screen in…

Israeli strikes on ​southern Lebanon on Wednesday killed Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil and wounded a photographer accompanying her, according to a senior Lebanese ‌military official and Khalil’s employer, the Al-Akhbar newspaper. There was no immediate comment from the Israeli military on Khalil’s death. Earlier, the Israeli military said in a statement it had received reports that two journalists were injured as a result of its strikes. The death of Khalil, 43, brought the death toll on Wednesday to five people. It ​was the deadliest day since a 10-day ceasefire was announced on April 16 to halt hostilities between Israel and Lebanese armed…

The US military has intercepted at least three Iranian-flagged tankers in ‌Asian waters and is redirecting them away from their positions near India, Malaysia and Sri Lanka, shipping and security sources said on Wednesday. Washington has imposed a blockade on Iran’s trade by sea while Iran has fired on ships to prevent them sailing through the Strait of Hormuz waterway at the entrance to the Middle ​East Gulf. Nearly two months after the US and Israel began their war on Iran, there is little sign of peace ​talks resuming during an uneasy ceasefire. The closure of the strait has disrupted…

The schedule for the Global Super League has been officially announced, with matches set to take place in the West Indies from July 23 to August 1, 2026. A total of five teams will participate in the tournament, including Pakistan’s Lahore Qalandars. Other teams in the competition are Australia’s Perth Scorchers, the UAE’s Desert Vipers, the USA’s San Francisco Unicorns, and the Caribbean Premier League side Guyana Amazon Warriors. Lahore Qalandars will begin their campaign against Perth Scorchers on July 23, followed by a match against Desert Vipers on July 24. They will then face Guyana Amazon Warriors on July…

Navy Secretary John Phelan has ​been fired, a US official and a person familiar with the matter said on Wednesday, in ‌another wartime shakeup at the Pentagon coming just weeks after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ousted the Army’s top general. The Pentagon announced his departure in a brief statement, saying he was leaving the administration “effective immediately.” But it did not provide a reason or say whether it was ​his decision to go. His firing was first reported by Reuters. The sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said ​Phelan was dismissed in part because he was moving too slow…

Victoria Beckham has shared a rare glimpse into how she and David Beckham deal with difficult moments, stressing that family remains at the heart of everything they do. Speaking during an April 21 appearance on Today with Jenna & Sheinelle, Victoria Beckham opened up about navigating challenges in the public eye. Her remarks come after months of headlines surrounding a reported strain in her relationship with eldest son Brooklyn Beckham. “We support each other through everything” When asked how she copes during tough times, Victoria highlighted the strength of her relationship with her husband. “Me and David, we are so close, and we have incredible…