UNITED NATIONS, Apr 27 (APP):UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called on Asian and Pacific countries not to base their pandemic recovery strategies on “outdated and unsustainable economic models”, and to ensure that the world’s most populous region protects its environment and provides opportunities for all. In a message to the annual session of the Economic… Continue reading Prioritize people and planet, UN chief urges Asian and Pacific nations
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Faisalabad, Qingdao sign Letter of Intent to develop sister city ties
BEIJING, April 27 (APP):Faisalabad and Qingdao signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to develop sister city relationship between the two cities. The signing was performed by Pakistan Ambassador to China, Moin Ul Haque and Zhao Haozhi, Mayor of Qingdao. The LOI was signed as a part of festivities to commemorate 70th anniversary of establishment of… Continue reading Faisalabad, Qingdao sign Letter of Intent to develop sister city ties
Pakistan lauds UN efforts to prevent spread of disinformation about coronavirus vaccines
UNITED NATIONS, Apr 27 (APP):Pakistan has commended UN’s ‘Only Together’ campaign aimed at ensuring fair and equitable access to coronavirus vaccines worldwide, and called for mainstreaming multilingualism into all of its communication and information activities to get the message across effectively. “The spirit of multilingualism and its promotion is at the heart of the United… Continue reading Pakistan lauds UN efforts to prevent spread of disinformation about coronavirus vaccines
China willing to help India fight resurgence of COVID-19: Wang Wenbin
BEIJING, April 26 (APP):China has expressed willingness to provide medical supplies to India to fight a resurgence of COVID-19 at the request of Indian side, Chinese Foreign Ministry’s Spokesperson Wang Wenbin said on Monday. “China has been following closely the epidemic situation in India and expressed readiness early on to help curb the latest surge.… Continue reading China willing to help India fight resurgence of COVID-19: Wang Wenbin
Deforestation must end as trees sustain human well-being, livelihoods: ECOSOC chief Munir Akram
UNITED NATIONS, Apr 26 (APP):The President of UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), Pakistani Ambassador Munir Akram, has called for steps to stop deforestation, saying healthy forests sustain human well-being, livelihoods and survival in both rural and urban communities. “They (forests) provide essential ecosystem services, including clean water, renewable energy, biological diversity and climate regulation,”… Continue reading Deforestation must end as trees sustain human well-being, livelihoods: ECOSOC chief Munir Akram
ECOSOC chief urges global solidarity for recovery from Covid-wreaked devastation
UNITED NATIONS, Apr 26 (APP):The President of UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), Pakistani Ambassador Munir Akram, Monday called for global solidarity and a focus on inclusive, sustainable, and resilient recovery from the deadly coronavirus pandemic that has triggered worst economic crisis while inflicting unimaginable human sufferings. “The pandemic has laid bare the inherent inequalities… Continue reading ECOSOC chief urges global solidarity for recovery from Covid-wreaked devastation
Pak-China signs MOUs at 2021 SCO Expo Opening Ceremony
BEIJING, April 26 (APP):Pakistan and China signed five Memorandum of Understanding at the opening ceremony of 2021 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) International Investment and Trade Expo and SCO Qingdao Forum on Local Economic and Trade Cooperation opened in Qingdao on Monday. Special Economic Zone (SEZ) ties, sister cities and bank cooperation were included. “At the… Continue reading Pak-China signs MOUs at 2021 SCO Expo Opening Ceremony
UN chief calls for stepping up efforts to defeat malaria
UNITED NATIONS, Apr 25 (APP):Despite the coronavirus pandemic and the multiple crises it has sparked, a growing number of countries are approaching and achieving malaria elimination, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Sunday — World Malaria Day. “We commend all countries that have reached the ambitious target of zero malaria”, the UN chief said. “Together,… Continue reading UN chief calls for stepping up efforts to defeat malaria
Muslim umbrella organization urges Biden to name special envoy to counter growing Islamophobia
NEW YORK, Apr 25 (APP):A coalition of American Muslim organizations has called on President Joe Biden to appoint a special envoy to monitor and combat Islamophobia, which is on the rise in the United States. In a letter to the president , the U.S. Council of Muslim Organizations (USCMO) said such an envoy at the… Continue reading Muslim umbrella organization urges Biden to name special envoy to counter growing Islamophobia
Biden approval rating stands at 52 percent after 100 days in office
NEW YORK, Apr 25 (APP):A slight majority of American approve the job of President Jo Biden is doing as he approaches his first 100 days in office, according to a poll released in Sunday. The Washington Post/ABC News poll found that 52 percent of Americans said that they at least somewhat approve of the actions… Continue reading Biden approval rating stands at 52 percent after 100 days in office
JKNF condoles with IIOJK leaders Waza, Akbar, Ghazi Manzoor
MIRPUR (AJK): Apr 25 (APP):Vice Chairman Jammu and Kashmir National Front (JKNF) and senior Hurriyat leader Altaf Hussain Wani Sunday expressed deep sense of shock over the deaths of the sister of Jammu and Kashmir Peoples League Chairman Mukhtar Ahmad Waza who happens to be wife of Muslim Conference leader Gazi Manzoor. In his condolence… Continue reading JKNF condoles with IIOJK leaders Waza, Akbar, Ghazi Manzoor
Sichuan Liaison Office unveiled to boost Pak-China economic, trade cooperation
BEIJING, April 25 (APP): The Sichuan Liaison Office of the China-Pakistan Business Council was unveiled in Chengdu, Sichuan province, aiming to promote China-Pakistan economic and trade cooperation. As this year marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of China-Pakistan diplomatic ties, Sichuan Liaison Office plans to prepare a series of meeting and summits, including the… Continue reading Sichuan Liaison Office unveiled to boost Pak-China economic, trade cooperation
PIA airlifts one million doses of COVID-19 vaccine to Pakistan from China
BEIJING, April 25 (APP): Three planes of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) carrying a consignment of one million doses of COVID-19 vaccine left here on Sunday for Pakistan as the country sees sharp increase in new coronavirus cases. Another consignment of two million doses of Covid-19 vaccine will also be transported from China by the national… Continue reading PIA airlifts one million doses of COVID-19 vaccine to Pakistan from China
Pak-China bonds of friendship to bequeath to younger generations: Ambassador Moin
BEIJING, April 25 (APP): Pakistani Ambassador to China, Moin ul Haque said that Pakistan and China are proud of the 70-years journey of friendship and wishes to bequeath these bonds and sentiments of friendship to younger and new generations. “This year marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of Pakistan-China diplomatic ties. Our main focus… Continue reading Pak-China bonds of friendship to bequeath to younger generations: Ambassador Moin
UNSC strongly condemns Quetta terrorist attack, calls for bringing perpetrators to justice
UNITED NATIONS, Apr 24 (APP): The UN Security Council has condemned “in the strongest terms the cowardly terrorist attack” in Quetta, where a powerful bomb blast in Serena Hotel’s parking lot left 5 people dead and many other injured on Wednesday, and called for bringing the perpetrators to justice. In a press statement issued on… Continue reading UNSC strongly condemns Quetta terrorist attack, calls for bringing perpetrators to justice
UN chief urges global multilateral solutions for peace, prosperity
UNITED NATIONS, Apr 24 (APP): United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has underscored the importance of multilateral diplomacy and cooperation for solutions to world’s problems. “We need strong multilateral action now, to emerge from the pandemic safely, to address the climate crisis, and to build stronger, safer communities and societies,” the UN chief said in his… Continue reading UN chief urges global multilateral solutions for peace, prosperity
Devastating epidemic may lead Indian economy back to 20 years ago: Chinese analysts
BEIJING, April 24 (APP): As India suffers its worst humanitarian crisis amid the devastating second wave of COVID-19 with the fastest rise in new daily cases any country has experienced since the outbreak, the Chinese government and enterprises have made goodwill gestures by offering help or donating medical supplies despite sour bilateral ties. Chinese analysts,… Continue reading Devastating epidemic may lead Indian economy back to 20 years ago: Chinese analysts
ECOSOC chief Munir Akram urges financial help for coronavirus-hit Small Island Developing States
UNITED NATIONS, Apr 24 (APP): The President of UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), Pakistani Ambassador Munir Akram, Friday called for financial and international support to Small Island Developing States (SIDS) to help them recover from the double blows of coronavirus pandemic and climate change. “There is absolutely no denying that the COVID-19 pandemic has… Continue reading ECOSOC chief Munir Akram urges financial help for coronavirus-hit Small Island Developing States
‘A Date with China’ media tour kicks off in Shaanxi
BEIJING, April 24 (APP): China’s complete victory in eradicating absolute poverty is a magnificent undertaking and the targeted poverty alleviation campaign plays a key role, Zhang Yong, deputy director of the Cyberspace Administration of China’s news and communications bureau, said. “Families and individuals in many poverty-stricken regions in China like Zhashui county have shed off… Continue reading ‘A Date with China’ media tour kicks off in Shaanxi
Xinjiang enjoys religious harmony, socioeconomic stability: Deputy Governor
URUMQI, April 24 (APP): China’s Xinjiang Autonomous Region enjoys social stability and sound economic development while the people belonging to all ethnic groups including Muslims living in a complete harmony, Deputy Governor Erkin Tuniyaz said. “Xinjiang’s religious freedom and social and economic stability is well maintained and presence of concentration camps and allegations of genocide… Continue reading Xinjiang enjoys religious harmony, socioeconomic stability: Deputy Governor
- A worker preparing traditional food item Sajji to attract customers at local hotel
- A view of heavy vehicles passing through the bridge on the Indus River at the Bypass area
- Chess players participating in chess competitions during the first South Punjab chess tournament at the Railway Club organized by the Chess Association of Punjab
- Gypsy children enjoy swings at Qasimabad.
- Players in action during Kabaddi match playing between Punjab and Sindh teams at Qasimabad Sports Complex
