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Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang and Vice President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan virtually co-chaired the first meeting of a high-level committee for China-UAE investment cooperation on Monday. Ding, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, praised the role of the committee in helping yield more results in bilateral cooperation. He said China will work with the UAE to deliver on the common understandings between the two heads of state, and boost the efficiency and scale of investment cooperation to advance…

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Defense Minister Dong Jun on Monday co-chaired the First Ministerial Meeting of China-Indonesia Joint Foreign and Defense Ministerial Dialogue with Indonesia’s Foreign Minister Sugiono and Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin. The two sides vowed to deepen strategic mutual trust, maintain close high-level exchanges, enhance cooperation in fields such as defense and security and jointly safeguard regional peace and stability. Noting the great significance of the dialogue mechanism, Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said it fully demonstrates the high strategic mutual trust between the two…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : In a country where energy shortages have long stifled economic growth and daily life, the Sahiwal Coal-Fired Power Plant stands as a monumental achievement, reshaping Pakistan’s energy landscape while setting unprecedented standards in sustainability, employment generation, and technical education. As a cornerstone of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), this state-of-the-art 1,320-megawatt facility is not just a power plant, it is a transformative hub that is powering homes, fueling industries, and empowering communities. The Sahiwal Power Plant represents a quantum leap in energy technology, utilizing supercritical coal-fired systems, which are among the most advanced and environmentally efficient…

By : Naz Pervin For a country’s development, industry and agriculture are inseparable. Pakistan is an agricultural country, and agriculture forms the backbone of its economy. Industries such as edible oils, rice, flour mills, textiles, sugar, fisheries, dry fruits, and leather rely heavily on agriculture. Pakistan is rich in natural resources, with a climate and environment highly conducive to agriculture. It possesses the capacity to produce all types of food commodities. Agriculture constitutes approximately 21% of Pakistan’s GDP, supports the livelihoods of 64% of the rural population, and employs 43% of the national labor force. Pakistan ranks among the top…

Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened the first trading session of the week on a highly positive note, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index recording a gain of over 1,400 points during intraday trading. This surge follows a strong close last Friday when the KSE-100 Index had gained 414 points, setting the stage for today’s rally. With this significant uptick, the index surpassed the 118,000-point mark, climbing 1,471 points to reach 118,788 points. Experts attribute the bullish momentum to major developments regarding the reduction of circular debt. Notably, the government is set to begin payments next month on a low-interest loan agreement…

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Pakistan signed multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) on Monday aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation in the fields of investment, trade, culture, and consular affairs. The signing ceremony took place in Islamabad during the two-day official visit of UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. His Pakistani counterpart, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, was also present on the occasion. According to the Foreign Office, the two countries formalised three separate agreements — including one for the establishment of a UAE-Pakistan Joint Business Council — during Sheikh…

At least 10 foreign terrorists were killed and several others injured during a joint operation by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) and police in the Makarwal area of Mianwali, according to police sources. During the exchange of fire, a civilian was also injured after being shot in the leg. The injured has been shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment. The operation is still underway as security forces continue to engage with the remaining militants in the area. Police confirmed that all CTD and police personnel involved in the operation remain safe and unharmed.

Hollywood actress and humanitarian Angelina Jolie has once again raised her voice in support of Palestinians, sharing a powerful message on social media condemning the ongoing Israeli military actions in Gaza. In a recent Instagram story, Jolie reposted a message from Doctors Without Borders, which described Gaza as a “mass grave” for Palestinians and the humanitarian workers attempting to aid them. The post highlighted the intensifying Israeli air, land, and sea attacks on Gaza, which have escalated since October 7, 2023, and led to widespread destruction of Palestinian life and infrastructure. According to the message, not only have Palestinian civilians been…

Justice Mansoor Ali Shah –  the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court -was sworn in as the acting Chief Justice of Pakistan on Monday. The oath-taking ceremony was held at the Supreme Court, with a gathering of judges, senior lawyers, Attorney Generals, and judicial staff in attendance. Justice Muneeb Akhtar administered the oath of office to Justice Mansoor Ali Shah. The appointment comes ahead of Chief Justice Yahya Afridi’s official visit to China from April 22 to 26, during which time Justice Shah will serve as the Acting Chief Justice. According to an announcement by the Supreme Court, Chief Justice…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : A special seminar titled “Shared Dreams, Shared Progress: A Decade of Modernization” was jointly organized today by China Media Group (CMG) and the National Library of Pakistan in Islamabad. The event served as a significant platform to reflect on ten years of modernization, development, and the enduring friendship between Pakistan and China. The Chief Guest, Federal Minister for the Board of Investment, Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, in his keynote address, highlighted the landmark significance of President Xi Jinping’s historic visit to Pakistan ten years ago, calling it a pivotal moment in bilateral relations. He emphasized that…