BEIJING, Jan 25 (APP)::The China-Pakistan Fraternity Emergency Care Center in Gwadar has received 2,302 Chinese and Pakistani patients by the end of December last year. The center established under the Belt and Road Fraternity Fund by the Red Cross Society of China (RCSC) and the Chinese Red Cross Foundation in February 2017 has also conducted… Continue reading China-Pakistan Fraternity Emergency Care Center Gwadar receives 2,302 patients by December last
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UN report calls for action on growing electronic waste
UNITED NATIONS, Jan 25 (APP):The international community must do more to cope with the drastic rise in electronic waste that is making the world sicker and adding to environmental degradation, according to a UN study. Last year electronic and electrical waste reached 50 million tonnes, more than the weight of all commercial airliners ever made,… Continue reading UN report calls for action on growing electronic waste
China always supports Pakistan’s economic, social development: Spokesperson
BEIJING, Jan 25 (APP):China has always provided support and assistance to Pakistan’s economic and social development within its capabilities, a Chinese foreign ministry’s spokesperson said on Friday. “We support Pakistani side to take measures to actively respond to and overcome the temporary difficulties,” Hua Chunying said during her regular briefing when asked to comment that… Continue reading China always supports Pakistan’s economic, social development: Spokesperson
Trump ally Roger Stone arrested, judge sets bond at $250,000
NEW YORK, Jan 25 (APP):A US judge Friday set a $250,000 bond for Roger Stone, a longtime Republic political operative with close ties to President Donald Trump, during an appearance at a federal courthouse in Fort Lauderale, Florida, according to news media reports. Stone, 66, was arrested today on charges of lying to Congress about… Continue reading Trump ally Roger Stone arrested, judge sets bond at $250,000
High Commissioner condoles death of Begum Iskandar Mirza
LONDON, Jan 25 (APP):Pakistan High Commissioner to United Kingdom Mohammad Nafees Zakaria has expressed his deep grief over the sad demise of Begum Nahid Iskandar Mirza, former first lady of Pakistan. Begum Nahid Iskander Mirza passed away in London on January 24, 2019, said a statement of Pakistan High Commission issued here. In his condolence… Continue reading High Commissioner condoles death of Begum Iskandar Mirza
Provision of quality education, enhance literacy rate with skill development top priority :Shafqat
LONDON, Jan 24 (APP):Minister for Education Shafqat Mehmood said on Thursday that provision of quality education, enhanced in literacy rate with skill development and bringing back dropout children to schools were the priorities of the government. He stated this at a discussion with Pakistani students of different institutions of the United Kingdom at local hotel.… Continue reading Provision of quality education, enhance literacy rate with skill development top priority :Shafqat
Extreme weather hit 60 million people worldwide in 2018: Report
UNITED NATIONS, Jan 24 (APP):With some 60 million people affected by extreme weather in 2018 world wide, according to a new study, the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNISDR) Thursday called for better management of the problem. The study cited by the agency, the Centre for Research on the Epidemiology of Disasters (CRED), showed… Continue reading Extreme weather hit 60 million people worldwide in 2018: Report
US House Speaker bars Trump use of chamber for annual address
NEW YORK, Jan 24 (APP):The US House of Representatives Speaker, Nancy Pelosi, has said she will block President Donald Trump from delivering the annual State of the Union address in the House chamber until the government reopens, rejecting the president’s demand to deliver the speech on Jan. 29. In a further escalation of the feud… Continue reading US House Speaker bars Trump use of chamber for annual address
CPEC to play larger role in driving Pakistan’s economy: Global Times
BEIJING, Jan 24 (APP):Several years after its launch, the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has laid a foundation for sustainable economic development through infrastructure improvement. Perhaps now is the time to launch the second stage of the project to turn its focus to areas including industry, agriculture and socioeconomic projects, and further develop the Gwadar Port,… Continue reading CPEC to play larger role in driving Pakistan’s economy: Global Times
Pakistan slams Israel’s ‘unabated’ settlement activity in occupied Palestinian territory as setback to peace
UNITED NATIONS, Jan 24 (APP):Pakistan has told the UN Security Council that Israel’s “unabated” building of settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory was a setback to peace in the Middle East, while underscoring the need for a settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Speaking in a debate on the Middle East situation, Pakistani delegate Saad Ahmad… Continue reading Pakistan slams Israel’s ‘unabated’ settlement activity in occupied Palestinian territory as setback to peace
Annual meeting of Consul Generals held in Beijing
BEIJING, Jan 24 (APP):The Annual Meeting of the Consul Generals for the year 2019 was held at the Pakistan Embassy.The Consul General Chengdu, Consul General Guangzhou, Consul General Hong Kong and Acting Consul General Shanghai presented detailed reports on the main areas of work covered by the respective Consulates, according to a press statement issued by Pakistan… Continue reading Annual meeting of Consul Generals held in Beijing
Xinjiang is ready to play critical role in development of Belt and Road Initiative: Mumtaz Baloch
BEIJING, Jan 24 (APP):Deputy Head of Mission, Pakistan Embassy in China, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch Thursday said the development of infrastructure, airports, railways and the road network has enhanced connectivity of Xinjiang with the rest of China and with neighboring countries. The autonomous region is thus ready to play a critical role in the development of… Continue reading Xinjiang is ready to play critical role in development of Belt and Road Initiative: Mumtaz Baloch
US govt. shutdown drives Trump to all-time high disapproval rating
NEW YORK, Jan 23 (APP):US President Donald Trump’s disapproval rating is at an all-time high amid a long government shutdown over Congressional Democrats’ rejection of his call for over $5 billion to build a wall along the border with Mexico aimed at stopping illegal immigration. The CBS News poll showed that 66 percent of respondents… Continue reading US govt. shutdown drives Trump to all-time high disapproval rating
Pak-China culture, media, sports interaction to further strengthen friendship: China Daily
BEIJING, Jan 23 (APP)::The increased interaction between the citizens of China and Pakistan in the areas of culture, media, sports, and tourism will further strengthen the bonds of China-Pakistan friendship. The exchange of films and television will enable the people of both countries to understand each other’s culture and values, according to an article published… Continue reading Pak-China culture, media, sports interaction to further strengthen friendship: China Daily
Hopes for viable Palestinian state eroding as settlements expand amid violence: UN envoy
UNITED NATIONS, Jan 23 (APP):The prospects for a viable, contiguous State of Palestine have dwindled as Israel continues its illegal settlement expansion in occupied Palestinian territory, Nicolay Mlandenov, UN Coordinator for Middle East Peace Process, told the Security Council Tuesday, while highlighting the “desperate” humanitarian situation in Gaza. Mladenov began his downbeat assessment by detailing… Continue reading Hopes for viable Palestinian state eroding as settlements expand amid violence: UN envoy
PM terms expats heroes of country; says govt to bring pride for green passport
DOHA, Jan 22 (APP):Describing the overseas Pakistanis as the country’s “heroes” due to their hard-work abroad for their families as well as for the country, Prime Minister Imran Khan Tuesday said his government would steer the country out of difficulties, ensure its economic uplift and bring in pride for the green passport. “Don’t worry! Your… Continue reading PM terms expats heroes of country; says govt to bring pride for green passport
PM, Qatari Emir hold talks; discuss bilateral ties, trade, economic cooperation
DOHA, Jan 22 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan held one-on-one meeting with Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani here at Diwan-e-Amiri on Tuesday and discussed bilateral relations as well as the trade and economic cooperation between Pakistan and the State of Qatar. Delegation level talks were also held between the Prime Minister and… Continue reading PM, Qatari Emir hold talks; discuss bilateral ties, trade, economic cooperation
Chairmen, senior representatives of Qatari business groups call on PM
DOHA, Jan 22 (APP):Chairmen and senior representatives of various Qatari business organizations and groups separately met Prime Minister Imran Khan here on Tuesday and discussed matters of bilateral and mutual interest. Those who met the Prime Minister included Sheikh Faisal Bin Qasim Bin Faisal Al-Thani, Chairman Qatar Business Association, Hassan Al Thawadi, Secretary General Supreme… Continue reading Chairmen, senior representatives of Qatari business groups call on PM
PM, Qatari Emir keen to enhance bilateral ties; discuss ways to strengthen partnerships in all areas
DOHA, Jan 22 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan and Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani Tuesday expressed their desire to enhance bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries and discussed ways to strengthen partnerships in all areas of mutual interest. This desire was expressed during a meeting between the two leaders held here… Continue reading PM, Qatari Emir keen to enhance bilateral ties; discuss ways to strengthen partnerships in all areas
Sikh community representatives meet PM; hail ground-breaking of Kartarpur Corridor
DOHA, Jan 22 (APP):Representatives of Sikh community in Qatar called on Prime Minister Imran Khan and thanked him for the ground-breaking of Kartarpur Corridor which was the longstanding desire of the Sikh community globally.They said that Prime Minister Imran Khan by laying the foundation stone of Kartarpur Corridor had won the hearts of Sikh community… Continue reading Sikh community representatives meet PM; hail ground-breaking of Kartarpur Corridor
