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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission visiting Pakistan has held a series of high-level meetings with officials from various institutions, focusing on economic reforms, anti-corruption efforts, and financial crime prevention. The discussions, which are set to continue on Tuesday, also cover constitutional and legal matters, including the procedure for appointing judges. During the meetings, Pakistani officials briefed the IMF delegation on measures to curb corruption, prevent financial crimes, and combat money laundering. Special emphasis was placed on preventing suspicious transactions and terrorist financing, with officials stating that effective steps have been implemented in these areas. The Federal Board of Revenue…

Pakistan and Qatar held the second round of political consultations in Doha, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties across various sectors. The meeting was led by Pakistan’s Foreign Secretary Amina Baloch and Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Marakhi. According to the Foreign Office spokesperson, the discussions covered a wide range of topics, including political, economic, consular, and people-to-people relations. The two sides also exchanged views on key regional and international developments. Both Pakistan and Qatar acknowledged the positive progress in their bilateral relations, emphasizing the importance of high-level visits and exchanges in fostering cooperation. The…

Chinese Embassy Charge d’Affaires Shi Yuanqiang emphasized the continued growth of China-Pakistan strategic relations through mutually beneficial cooperation, highlighting the pivotal role of high-level exchanges in 2024. Speaking at a Chinese New Year celebration, he noted CPEC’s transition to an “upgraded phase,” delivering deeper benefits. Shi praised Chinese nationals in Pakistan for strengthening economic and cultural ties, urging them to act as bridges of friendship. Reflecting on Pakistan’s President’s recent visit to China, he called it a milestone for future cooperation. He extended New Year wishes, reaffirming China’s commitment to high-quality development and bilateral ties.

Chinese scientists have developed a gene-editing technique to reduce corn plant height, enabling the creation of compact, high-density varieties resistant to lodging, according to a study published in the Plant Biotechnology Journal. Corn, the world’s most-produced cereal crop, is crucial to global food security. While increasing planting density is a key strategy for boosting yields, progress in developing shorter, sturdier plants has been limited by a lack of genetic resources. The research was conducted by the Biotechnology Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS), in collaboration with Anhui Agricultural University and South China Agricultural University. It focused…

China deplores and strongly opposes the latest joint statement made by the United States and Japan concerning China, as it is a brazen interference in China’s domestic affairs, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Monday. The joint statement, released last week, expressed support for Taiwan’s so-called “meaningful participation” in international organizations and reaffirmed that Article V of the U.S.-Japan Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security applies to the Diaoyu Dao, an inherent part of China’s territory. In response, Guo stated at a daily news briefing that the China-related content of the joint statement blatantly interferes in China’s internal affairs,…

The eastern Chinese tech city of Hangzhou, home to e-commerce giant Alibaba and rising AI star DeepSeek, has announced a series of measures to further elevate its status as a high-level innovation hub. The measures are aimed at enhancing high-level innovation platforms, promoting the technology transfer and application, and strengthening the role of enterprises as the main drivers of technological innovation, Lou Xiuhua, head of the municipal bureau of science and technology, said at a press conference. Among the measures is a partnership plan, which encourages collaboration between tech innovation platforms, universities, enterprises and industrial chains. The city will accelerate…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Today, the Pakistan Embassy, Beijing organized a special event to commemorate Kashmir Solidarity Day. The event reaffirmed Pakistan’s steadfast political, diplomatic and moral support for the resolution of Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with the United Nations Security Council resolutions. Messages from the President, Prime Minister, and Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister of Pakistan were read on the occasion. These messages strongly condemned Indian atrocities in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IIOJK), reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination and urged the United Nations to ensure the long-awaited implementation…

Lahore (DI NEWS ): The students of Riphah Institute of Hospitality and Culinary Arts (RIHCA) have achieved remarkable success at the Pakistan International Culinary Championship, where top chefs from five-star hotels, leading restaurants, and culinary institutions from across the country showcased their expertise. RIHCA students demonstrated exceptional culinary talent, securing Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals in multiple categories. This outstanding achievement is even more significant as RIHCA was the newest institute among all participating institutions. Despite being new to the competition, the students proved their mettle and exceeded expectations, earning recognition on a prestigious platform. The management of RIHCA expressed…

Istanbul : President Asif Ali Zardari, who left Pakistan for Lisbon, Portugal to condole the death of Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, held a meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Istanbul on Sunday. The meeting took place at the Ataturk Airport State Guesthouse before Erdogan’s departure for Malaysia. Zardari, who was preparing to leave Türkiye, met with the Turkish leader prior to a scheduled press conference. Details of their conversation have not been disclosed. Earlier in the day, President Asif Ali Zardari left for Lisbon, Portugal to condole over the death of Prince Karim Aga Khan IV. The…