“China is Pakistan’s largest trading partner besides being the second largest export destination and this year especially despite the pandemic, our bilateral trade is growing a big percentage, especially the figures of this year,” he told China Global Television Network (CGTN) in an interview. He informed that in the first three quarters, the bilateral trade… Continue reading Pak-China trade volume, Pakistani exports to China to set new records this year: Ambassador Haque
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A Pakistani man dies after being trampled while saving his fiancée at a US concert
NEW YORK, Nov 08 (APP):A Pakistani-American man was among the eight people who died at a music concert in Houston, Texas, late Friday, according to US media reports. Danish Baig, 27, whose family migrated to the US from Karachi, was among the eight people, who died and 25 hospitalized as a densely packed crowd surged… Continue reading A Pakistani man dies after being trampled while saving his fiancée at a US concert
UN slams assassination attempt on Iraqi prime minister ‘in the strongest terms’
UNITED NATIONS, Nov 08 (APP):The UN Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) has condemned “in the strongest terms” the assassination attempt on Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi, following a drone attack overnight on Sunday, aimed at his house in Baghdad’s heavily fortified Green Zone. According to news reports, the exploding drone caused damage to the residence and… Continue reading UN slams assassination attempt on Iraqi prime minister ‘in the strongest terms’
World food crisis deepens as situation in Afghanistan, 42 other countries worsens: UN
UNITED NATIONS, Nov 08 (APP):The World Food Programme (WFP), a Rome-based UN agency, warned on Monday that the number of people teetering on the edge of famine in 43 countries, has risen to 45 million – up by three million this year – as acute hunger spikes around the world. This number has risen from… Continue reading World food crisis deepens as situation in Afghanistan, 42 other countries worsens: UN
19th CPC Central Committee holds sixth plenary session in Beijing
BEIJING, Nov 8 (APP):The 19th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) started its sixth plenary session in Beijing on Monday. Xi Jinping, general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, delivered a work report on behalf of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and made explanations on a draft resolution on… Continue reading 19th CPC Central Committee holds sixth plenary session in Beijing
PLA conducts multiple drills in western plateau after India’s exercises targeting China
BEIJING, Nov 8 (APP):The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) revealed it conducted multiple drills in its western plateau over the past week. This comes after the Indian military launched a major exercise along the border with China at the start of the month. Chinese experts said on Monday the response displayed the PLA’s capabilities in… Continue reading PLA conducts multiple drills in western plateau after India’s exercises targeting China
Himalayan Salt lamp attracts visitors’ attention at CIIE
BEIJING, Nov 8 (APP):Himalayan salt lamps showcased by Pakistani exhibitors attracted attention of visitors at the ongoing China International Import Expo (CIIE), Shanghai. “The power of nature always surprises us. The Himalayan Salt Lamp from Pakistan is gorgeous and unique, which combines nature and art well. It’s beautiful, it’s practical, it cleans the air, and… Continue reading Himalayan Salt lamp attracts visitors’ attention at CIIE
CIIE offers opportunity for improved Pakistan-China trade: Pakistan Ambassador
BEIJING, Nov 8 (APP):Pakistan is very satisfied and glad to be participating in the very unique expo, because the China International Import Expo (CIIE) helps in improving Pakistan’s overall trade with China and also increases Pakistan exports to China, said Pakistan’s Ambassador to China Moin Ul Haque. Pakistan has been participating in the event from… Continue reading CIIE offers opportunity for improved Pakistan-China trade: Pakistan Ambassador
Ambassador Haque visits National Pavilion, meets Pakistani community in Yiwu city
BEIJING, Nov 7 (APP):Pakistan Ambassador to China, Moin ul Haque paid a visit to Pakistan National Pavilion in Yiwu city of Zhejiang province as part of the economic diplomacy and outreach efforts of the Embassy and Consulates General in China. The pavilion was established in November 2019 at Yiwu China Import Commodity Center Plaza, with… Continue reading Ambassador Haque visits National Pavilion, meets Pakistani community in Yiwu city
India’s NSA Summit; an abortive attempt to undo “spoiler” image
ISLAMABAD, Nov 7 (APP): Having faced strategic losses in Afghanistan after US withdrawal, India plans to host the NSA-level summit in New Delhi next week, which the analysts believe, was nothing but an attempt to cover up its image of “spoiler” and try to enhance its relevance in the region. Being well-cognizant of India’s true… Continue reading India’s NSA Summit; an abortive attempt to undo “spoiler” image
Pakistan’s exports to China to be doubled in next 3-5 years: Ambassador Haque
BEIJING, Nov 7 (APP):Pakistan Ambassador to China, Moin ul Haque expressed the confidence that Pakistan’s exports to China would be doubled in the next 3 to 5 years as a result of increasing interest of Pakistani traders and companies to trade with China. “China-Pakistan export and import trade is very promising. I can foresee that… Continue reading Pakistan’s exports to China to be doubled in next 3-5 years: Ambassador Haque
Ambassador Haque meets with President NORINCO Group in Shanghai
BEIJING, Nov 7 (APP):Pakistan Ambassador to China, Moin ul Haque met with Lui Dashan, President of NORINCO Group in Shanghai and invited his company for exploring investments in oil and gas, housing, railways and mining sectors of Pakistan. The NORINCO is a leading Chinese state enterprise specializing in wide range of military and civilian products.… Continue reading Ambassador Haque meets with President NORINCO Group in Shanghai
Pakistani products glitter at 4th China Import Expo to tap enormous market
BEIJING, Nov 6 (APP):Pakistani handicrafts, jewelery and agricultural products are received favorably at the 4th China International Import Expo (CIIE), world’s largest import-themed event being held from Nov. 5 to 10 in Shanghai. More than 3,000 enterprises and corporate giants from 127 countries and regions around the globe bring their competitive products and state-of-the-art technologies… Continue reading Pakistani products glitter at 4th China Import Expo to tap enormous market
Over 23 million Afghans face food insecurity: UN spokesman
UNITED NATIONS, Nov 06 (APP):Nearly 23 million people, or 55 per cent of the Afghan population, are estimated to be in crisis or experiencing emergency levels of food insecurity between now and March of next year, a UN spokesperson has said. Farhan Haq, deputy spokesperson for the Secretary-General, also pointed to reports that isolated clashes… Continue reading Over 23 million Afghans face food insecurity: UN spokesman
Half of world’s population will be exposed to flooding, storms, tsunamis by 2030: UN Chief warns
UNITED NATIONS, Nov 05 (APP):Warning that by 2030, half of world’s population will be exposed to flooding, storms and tsunamis, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged the international community to raise awareness about these threats and share measures for decreasing risks. We can build on progress achieved, ranging from better outreach to tsunami-exposed communities around… Continue reading Half of world’s population will be exposed to flooding, storms, tsunamis by 2030: UN Chief warns
Republic of Korea lifts visa restrictions on Pakistani E-9 workers
SEOUL, Nov 5 (APP): The Korean government has decided to lift visa restrictions on foreign workers (E-9 visa category) under the Employment Permit System (EPS) paving way for entry of Pakistani workers to ROK. In a meeting with Pakistan Ambassador to Republic of Korea (ROK), Mumtaz Zahra Baloch here on Friday, President of Human Resource… Continue reading Republic of Korea lifts visa restrictions on Pakistani E-9 workers
Overseas Pakistanis remit over US $ 2.4 billion through 250,000 RDAs
TORONTO, Nov 5 (APP): Overseas Pakistanis have so far remitted over US $ 2.4 billion through more than 250,000 Roshan Digital Accounts (RDAs) from 175 countries. Out of these, more than US $1.6 billion have been invested in Naya Pakistan Certificates (NPCs). This was stated by Consul General of Pakistan, Toronto (Canada), Abdul Hameed shared while speaking… Continue reading Overseas Pakistanis remit over US $ 2.4 billion through 250,000 RDAs
Pakistani jewllery, coins displayed at 4th CIIE, Shanghai
BEIJING, Nov 5 (APP): Winza, a famous jewellery brand in Pakistan, has displayed new different collection of jewlery and commemorative coins at the 4th China International Import Expo (CIIE) kicked off in Shanghai, China on Friday. “This year, we have displayed a large collection of jewlery and an important 20 grams pure silver commemorative coin… Continue reading Pakistani jewllery, coins displayed at 4th CIIE, Shanghai
CIIE: Xi Jinping’s key quotes on open market, cooperation
ISLAMABAD, Nov 5 (APP): China has successfully held three China International Import Expos (CIIE) since 2018 and is set to see the fourth taking place from November 5 to 10 in Shanghai. Chinese President Xi Jinping gave a keynote speech at each of the opening ceremonies of the three CIIE expos personally or via video… Continue reading CIIE: Xi Jinping’s key quotes on open market, cooperation
Speakers at Washington event reaffirm support to Kashmirs’ right to self-determination; slam Indian atrocities
WASHINGTON, Nov 05 (APP): Speakers at a special event organized by the Pakistan Embassy in Washington to mark the ‘Kashmir Black Day’ reaffirmed their solidarity with the Kashmiri people and called on India to end its gross human rights violations in occupied Jammu and Kashmir. They also condemned India’s unilateral and illegal actions of August… Continue reading Speakers at Washington event reaffirm support to Kashmirs’ right to self-determination; slam Indian atrocities
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