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President Xi noted that during President Zardari’s previous presidency, he set a record among Pakistani leaders in the number of visits to China. This is President Zardari’s first state visit to China since assuming office again, and President Xi extended a warm welcome to him. China and Pakistan are ironclad friends and all-weather strategic cooperative partners. China is ready to work hand in hand with Pakistan on each other’s path to modernization, and speed up efforts to build an even closer China-Pakistan community with a shared future in the new era.

MUZAFFARABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday urged India to engage in meaningful and decisive negotiations to resolve the Kashmir dispute, reiterating Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Kashmiri people. Addressing a special session of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly on Kashmir Solidarity Day, marked every year on February 5, PM Shehbaz expressed solidarity on behalf of the 240 million people of Pakistan with their Kashmiri brethren. He paid tribute to the martyrs of Kashmir’s struggle, stressing that February 5 serves as a renewal of Pakistan’s commitment to their cause. The premier condemned India’s increasing military presence in…

RAWALPINDI : Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Asim Munir reiterated Pakistan’s steadfast support for the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IIOJK). The army chief expressed while interacting with the notables and veterans of Kashmir during his visit to Muzaffarabad. He also paid homage to the sacrifices of the martyrs. Upon arrival at the Jammu and Kashmir Monument, he laid floral wreath at the Martyrs’ Monument and offered rich tributes to the unparalleled sacrifices of the martyrs. COAS stated that Indian atrocities and rising Hindutva extremism only strengthens the resolve of Kashmiri people in their struggle for…

BEIJING – President Asif Ali Zardari, who is in China, visited the memorial of Chinese national heroes in Beijing on Wednesday. The President laid a floral wreath at the memorial. He paid tribute to the courage and bravery of Chinese heroes. Earlier in the day, President Zardari met with Chairman of the Standing Committee of National People’s Congress of the People’s Republic of China, Zhao Leji, in Beijing today and discussed bilateral relations. They underscored the time-tested and all-weather friendship between the two countries, which has continued to grow in depth and scope over the decades. They also underlined strategic…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : During its presidency of the United Nations Security Council, on January 2025, Algeria devoted itself to defending just causes, confronting challenges that threaten peace and security in the world and amplifying Africa’s voice. Algerian diplomacy, under the high guidance of President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune, was able to raise many issues and challenges facing peace and security in the world on the table of this UN body, such as the Palestinian issue and the threats to stop the activities of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), the situation in Lebanon,…

Beijing (DI NEWS) : President Asif Ali Zardari met with the Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of the People’s Republic of China, Mr. Zhao Leji, in Beijing today. President Asif Ali Zardari and Chairman Zhao underscored the time-tested and all-weather friendship between the two countries, which has continued to grow in depth and scope over the decades. They also underlined strategic mutual trust as the cornerstone of the China-Pakistan relationship and emphasized the importance of continued high-level exchanges to further deepen the ongoing practical cooperation. The two sides also discussed the high-quality development of CPEC…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The Chinese Spring Festival, known as the Lunar New Year, is one of the most significant celebrations in Chinese culture, and this year, the festivities took on a special meaning at the 1320MW Power Plant, operated by Huaneng Shandong Ruyi (Pakistan) Pvt. Ltd. The celebration of the Year of the Snake was marked by a series of heartfelt and exciting events that brought together both Chinese and Pakistani employees in a unique fusion of cultures. The presence of CEO Dr. Li Xin and President Xu throughout the celebrations added a personal touch to the occasion, demonstrating…

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is observing Kashmir Solidarity Day today (Wednesday) to express unwavering support for the Kashmiri people’s struggle for self-determination as promised in the United Nations’ resolutions. The day is marked by a public holiday every year on February 5, with solidarity walks taking place across the country and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). Pakistan stands in solidarity with the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), with a renewed commitment to their just struggle for freedom from Indian subjugation. In Islamabad, a rally is set to be held at Constitution Avenue. At 10am, sirens will sound, and…

WASHINGTON : President Donald Trump said the US would take over the war-ravaged Gaza Strip and develop it economically after Palestinians are resettled elsewhere, actions that would shatter decades of US policy toward the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Trump unveiled his surprise plan, without providing specifics, at a joint press conference on Tuesday with visiting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The announcement followed Trump’s shock proposal earlier on Tuesday for the permanent resettlement of the more than two million Palestinians from Gaza to neighbouring countries, calling the enclave – where the first phase of a fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release deal…

The Aga Khan, known for his triumphs in horse racing, dazzling wealth and development work around the world, has died in Lisbon at the age of 88, according to the Aga Khan Development Network on social media. The announcement of his designated successor will follow, the network said. The 49th hereditary imam or spiritual leader of the world’s 15 million Ismailis, his name also became synonymous with success as a racehorse owner, with the thoroughbred Shergar among his most famous. The multi-millionaire, perhaps billionaire, also enjoyed a lavish lifestyle, characterised by private jets, a $200 million super-yacht and a private…