Israeli actions against Palestinians eroding two-state solution – UN chief warns

UNITED NATIONS, Nov 29 (APP):UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres Monday warned that Israeli violations of Palestinian human rights and illegal settlement activity was putting the prospect of a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict at risk. “Persistent violations of the rights of Palestinians along with the expansion of settlements risk eroding the prospect of a two-State… Continue reading Israeli actions against Palestinians eroding two-state solution – UN chief warns

People speaking up against growing “pandemic” of “institutional racism” in UK

ISLAMABAD, Nov 29 (APP): After the British-Pakistani cricketer Azeem Rafiq recently spoke up against the “institutional racism” in the Yorkshire County Cricket Club, one of the top clubs in the UK, people are speaking up in the country against the bigotry they had been facing in the society. Social media trends, video campaigns and public… Continue reading People speaking up against growing “pandemic” of “institutional racism” in UK

Pakistan, China signs MoU to deepen tourism cooperation, exchanges

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BEIJING, Nov 29 (APP): Pakistan and China on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding on expansion of bilateral tourism, exchanges and cooperation. Pakistan Ambassador to China, Moin ul Haque and Chinese Vice-Minister of Culture and Tourism Zhang Xu signed the MoU from both sides at an august signing ceremony held at the Chinese Ministry of… Continue reading Pakistan, China signs MoU to deepen tourism cooperation, exchanges

Hong Kong Legislative members will contribute to cause of rejuvenating China: Xu Yicong

BEIJING, Nov 29 (APP): The new legislative council of Hong Kong will strive to make contributions to Hong Kong’s brilliant future and sustainable development, said Xu Yicong , Researcher of China Foundation for International Studies on Monday. In a statement issued, he said that election for Legislative members will take place in Hong Kong on… Continue reading Hong Kong Legislative members will contribute to cause of rejuvenating China: Xu Yicong

Alvi meets Uzbek President: reaffirms Pakistan’s support for Trans-Afghan Railway project

ISLAMABAD, Nov 28 (APP): President Dr. Arif Alvi Sunday held a bilateral meeting with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev wherein he reaffirmed Pakistan’s full support for the Trans-Afghan Railway project and assured all possible cooperation for its early realization. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 15th ECO Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization… Continue reading Alvi meets Uzbek President: reaffirms Pakistan’s support for Trans-Afghan Railway project

Unlocking potential of ECO states’ integration imperative for rapid economic growth: President

ASHGABAT (Turkmenistan), Nov 28 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi Sunday said that despite having all elements for economic growth, the ECO region was among the least integrated regions in terms of trade and investment which necessitated unlocking of potential for an impetus to growth and development. The president, addressing the 15th Summit of the Heads… Continue reading Unlocking potential of ECO states’ integration imperative for rapid economic growth: President

Sino-Pakistan Institute of Electric Power unveiled

BEIJING, Nov 28 (APP): The online opening ceremony of Sino-Pakistan Silk Road Institute of Electric Power was held simultaneously on Wednesday at Zhengzhou Electric Power College (ZEPC), China and the University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore, Pakistan. This Institute of Electric Power aims to strengthen the communications and researches in Electric power technology between… Continue reading Sino-Pakistan Institute of Electric Power unveiled

The 6th Academic Forum in Beijing Technology and Business University

BEIJING, Nov 28 (APP): The 6th Academic Forum on China-Pakistan Scientific, Technical and Economic Cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative was held in Beijing Technology and Business University (BTBU). In this forum, the participating experts actively contributed fresh ideas to promote the broader, deeper, fuller and more sustainable China-Pakistan cooperation. In recent years, Chinese… Continue reading The 6th Academic Forum in Beijing Technology and Business University

Pakistanis in China hail introduction of Electronic Voting Machine

BEIJING, Nov 28 (APP):Pakistani living in China have highly appreciated the introduction of Electronic Voting Machines (EVM) by the present government to bring transparency in elections and grant of the right to vote to the overseas Pakistanis. “I personally think that the introduction of EVMs is a great initiative by the PTI government for overseas… Continue reading Pakistanis in China hail introduction of Electronic Voting Machine

President for regular Pak-Iran bilateral interactions on trade, economy

ISLAMABAD, Nov 28 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi Sunday underscored the importance of regular convening of bilateral mechanisms between Pakistan and Iran for trade and economy, also emphasizing the utilization of barter trade mechanism. The bilateral ties were discussed in a meeting between President Dr Arif Alvi and his Iranian counterpart Seyed Ebrahim Raisi, on… Continue reading President for regular Pak-Iran bilateral interactions on trade, economy

Pakistan, Tajikistan reaffirm resolve to continue efforts for closer ties

ISLAMABAD, Nov 28 (APP): President Dr Arif Alvi met his Tajik counterpart Emomali Rahmon wherein they expressed satisfaction on existing state of bilateral cooperation and reaffirmed commitment to continue joint efforts for further solidification of their close ties. The meeting took place on the sideline of the 15th ECO Summit in Ashgabat on Saturday, according… Continue reading Pakistan, Tajikistan reaffirm resolve to continue efforts for closer ties

Sino-Pakistan coop in textile industry untapped: Zhang Xian

BEIJING, Nov. 27 (APP):China and Pakistan are both major producers and exporters of textiles and surely there is a degree of competition between both countries. However, the different stages of industrial development between the two countries also create broad space for closer cooperation, noted Zhang Xian, Vice President of China Chamber of Commerce for Import… Continue reading Sino-Pakistan coop in textile industry untapped: Zhang Xian

Sister cities to beef up China-Pakistan traditional friendship

Chinese, Pakistani universities to build research center on food security, plant biotech

BEIJING, Nov 27 (APP):Guangzhou city of China and Lahore, Pakistan have tied the knot to become friendship city recently as the two cities have signed the memorandum of understanding of enhanced cooperation. According to the MOU, Guangzhou and Lahore will conduct friendly exchanges including economy, trade, culture and tourism, science and technology, and education, according… Continue reading Sister cities to beef up China-Pakistan traditional friendship

UN chief welcomes resumption of direct engagement between Armenia, Azerbaijan on bilateral issues

UNITED NATIONS, Nov 27 (APP):UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomes Friday’s meeting between Azerbaijani, Armenian and Russian leaders, while noting Moscow’s role in facilitating dialogue between the two former Soviet republics, his deputy spokesman said. “The Secretary-General welcomes the 26 November trilateral meeting between the Prime Minister of Armenia, the President of Azerbaijan, and the President… Continue reading UN chief welcomes resumption of direct engagement between Armenia, Azerbaijan on bilateral issues

Violence against refugee women surged in 2020: UNHCR

UNITED NATIONS, Nov 26 (APP): One in five refugee or internally displaced women have faced sexual violence, and the situation continues to worsen globally, the UN refugee agency, (UNHCR), said Friday. On the 30th anniversary of the campaign for 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, the UN agency said that there’s been a global… Continue reading Violence against refugee women surged in 2020: UNHCR

UN health agency urges caution over travel bans linked to new coronavirus variant

UNITED NATIONS, Nov 26 (APP):The World Health Organization, a Geneva-based UN agency, has urged all countries to adopt a risk-based and scientific approach to travel bans linked to a new coronavirus variant identified in South Africa and Botswana. The development on Friday came as a World Health Organization (WHO) panel prepared to meet to assess… Continue reading UN health agency urges caution over travel bans linked to new coronavirus variant

UN expert urges India to ensure accountability for 600 deaths during massive protests against farm laws

UNITED NATIONS, Nov 26 (APP): A UN human rights expert has called on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government to ensure accountability for the 600 people who died during the massive, nationwide protests against three contentious agriculture laws that farmers said would work against their interests. “To truly turn the page on this painful chapter,… Continue reading UN expert urges India to ensure accountability for 600 deaths during massive protests against farm laws

UNESCO member states adopt global artificial intelligence ethics

UNITED NATIONS, Nov 26 (APP): The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) member states Friday adopted the first global agreement on the ethics of artificial intelligence (AI) that defines the common values and principles needed to ensure the healthy development of the expert system. Artificial intelligence is present in everyday life, from booking… Continue reading UNESCO member states adopt global artificial intelligence ethics

China slams Indian military official’s ‘provocative’ remarks

China slams Indian military official's 'provocative' remarks

BEIJING, Nov 26 (APP):China has voiced firm opposition to an Indian military official’s recent remarks which claimed that China is a threat to India. Calling the Indian official’s comments “provocative”, Wu Qian, spokesperson for China’s Ministry of National Defense, said hyping up “China threat” has severely breached the strategic guidance set by leaders of the… Continue reading China slams Indian military official’s ‘provocative’ remarks

China to help Pakistan, other BRI nations in industrial, manpower development: Chen

BEIJING, Nov 26 (APP):China will continue to assist Pakistan and other BRI nations in human resource development and industrial growth as key elements of overall economic progress, said former Chinese diplomat Chen Mingming. In his inaugural lecture at the first session of a 14-day-long seminar on “Construction and Operation of Industrial Parks under the Bridge… Continue reading China to help Pakistan, other BRI nations in industrial, manpower development: Chen

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