SCO SG, diplomats from over 20 countries including Pakistan visit Xinjiang

BEIJING, Apr 2 (APP):Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Vladimir Norov and diplomats from over 20 countries including Pakistan have been visiting northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region from March 30 to April 2, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Hua Chunying said on Friday. More than 30 diplomats and officials from over 20 countries including… Continue reading SCO SG, diplomats from over 20 countries including Pakistan visit Xinjiang

Pakistani mangoes to enter Chinese market on large scale this summer: Prof Cheng

BEIJING, Apr 2 (APP):Now, most Chinese people favor mangoes imported from some Southeast Asian countries in supermarkets because the mangoes from South Asia are plump and beautiful. On March 30, Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), Pakistan Consulate General in Shanghai and China`s Hongqiao Import Commodity Exhibition and Trading Center jointly organized an online seminar.… Continue reading Pakistani mangoes to enter Chinese market on large scale this summer: Prof Cheng

Qasim coal-fired power station generated 945 m kWh of electricity in March

BEIJING, Apr 2 (APP):Qasim coal-fired power station generated 945 million kWh in March which breaks the record of the same type units power stations and reaches the max monthly generating capacity. Guo Guangling, General Manager of Qasim project said on Friday that Qasim’s two 660MW generator units have constantly operated at 100% capacity during whole… Continue reading Qasim coal-fired power station generated 945 m kWh of electricity in March

Many countries spending more on debt than education, health and social protection combined: UNICEF

UNITED NATIONS , Apr 02 (APP): Around one in eight nations spends more on debt than on social services, according to a new report from the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) that calls for debt service relief and restructuring to enable countries to bounce back from the coronavirus pandemic. The report ‘COVID-19 and the Looming Debt… Continue reading Many countries spending more on debt than education, health and social protection combined: UNICEF

US human rights report takes ‘veil of secrecy off India’s crimes’ in Kashmir, Fai says

NEW YORK, Apr 01 (APP): A prominent Kashmiri leader has expressed the hope that the recent US State Department human rights report, which reproached India on its rights record, will mobilize American policy makers and members of Congress to do everything in their constitutional power to stop the killings in occupied Kashmir. In a statement,… Continue reading US human rights report takes ‘veil of secrecy off India’s crimes’ in Kashmir, Fai says

Pak-SCO connectivity to promote all-round development

BEIJING, April 1 (APP): Pakistan is geographically close to and has strong cultural, historical and social ties with the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states. The establishment of SCO Demonstration Area in Qingdao has provided physical space and convenience for in-depth cooperation among SCO countries, and cooperative projects can be planned based on complementary advantages.… Continue reading Pak-SCO connectivity to promote all-round development

Myanmar facing ‘bloodbath’, UN envoy tells Security Council

UNITED NATIONS, Apr 01 (APP): The United Nations envoy on Myanmar Wednesday pressed the UN Security Council to intervene in the escalating crisis in the Southeast Asian nation, warning of the risk of civil war and an imminent “bloodbath” as the military junta violently represses pro-democracy protests. “I appeal to this council to consider all… Continue reading Myanmar facing ‘bloodbath’, UN envoy tells Security Council

Climate change top challenge over the next decade: UNESCO global survey

UNITED NATIONS, Apr 01 (APP): Climate change and loss of biodiversity is seen as the most pressing challenge over the decade, according to the World in 2030 Survey report published by the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). More than 15,000 people worldwide contributed to the survey, which was held online between May and… Continue reading Climate change top challenge over the next decade: UNESCO global survey

PM Imran’s letter to Indian counterpart shows wisdom, vision: Chinese scholar

BEIJING, Apr 1 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan’s letter to Indian counterpart Narendra Modi showed Pakistan’s good wishes and unremitting efforts aimed at enabling durable peace and stability in South Asia. “This letter depicted the wisdom and vision of PM Khan”, these views were expressed by Cheng Xizhong, Visiting Professor at Southwest University of Political… Continue reading PM Imran’s letter to Indian counterpart shows wisdom, vision: Chinese scholar

Chinese researchers for strengthening Pak-China cooperation in minerals mining, trade.

BEIJING, Apr 1 (APP): China and Pakistan should strengthen cooperation in minerals mining and trade as it has great potential for cooperation for both countries, said Prof. Ding Lin, Fellow of CAS, Director of Institute of Tibetan Plateau Research. “The production of minerals is large in Pakistan. I think China and Pakistan should strengthen cooperation… Continue reading Chinese researchers for strengthening Pak-China cooperation in minerals mining, trade.

Cricket matches to be organized at SCO Demonstration Zone in Qingdao, China

BEIJING, April 1 (APP): Cricket matches among schools will be organized in the China-Shanghai Cooperation Organization Demonstration Zone in Qingdao to celebrate the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Pakistan, said Wang Zihai, Deputy Director of Pakistan China Center in the SCO Demonstration Zone. “We are planning to hold some activities to celebrate… Continue reading Cricket matches to be organized at SCO Demonstration Zone in Qingdao, China

UN agencies ramp up response for Rohingy a refugees in wake of ˜ unprecedented fire

UNITED NATIONS, Mar 31 (APP): United Nations agencies have stepped up their efforts to assist thousands of Rohingya refugee families left homeless after last weeks devastating fire at the Kutupalong refugee camp in southern Bangladesh. The blaze destroyed about 9,500 shelters and also reduced to ashes over 1,600 vital facilities, including hospitals, schools, and food… Continue reading UN agencies ramp up response for Rohingy a refugees in wake of ˜ unprecedented fire

Pakistani political group hails Muslim-American Zahid Quraishi’s ‘historic’ nomination as federal judge

NEW YORK, Mar 31 (APP): A prominent political group of Pakistani-American activists has welcomed President Joe Biden’s decision to nominate Judge Zahid Quraishi, a Muslim-American, for the position of the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, saying, “This a proud day.” If confirmed by the Senate, New York-born Quraishi, who is of… Continue reading Pakistani political group hails Muslim-American Zahid Quraishi’s ‘historic’ nomination as federal judge

Taliban signal they have already won, peace deal or not: NY Times

NEW YORK, Mar 31 (APP): The Taliban are promoting a “bold message” that they have already won the war in Afghanistan, with little apparent interest in making concessions in negotiating a peace deal, The New York Times said in a report from Kabul. The militant group doesn’t hide its pride at having compelled its principal… Continue reading Taliban signal they have already won, peace deal or not: NY Times

More studies needed of coronavirus origin: WHO

UNITED NATIONS, Mar 31 (APP): The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) has called for further studies after the release of an inconclusive report on an international team’s recent field visit to Wuhan, China to conduct research on the origins of the novel coronavirus, citing difficulties accessing raw data. “In my discussions with the… Continue reading More studies needed of coronavirus origin: WHO

UN chief calls for int’l efforts to meet humanitarian needs of war-weary Syrians

UNITED NATIONS, Mar 30 (APP): Ending the 10-year conflict in Syria is the collective responsibility of the international community, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres reaffirmed during a major pledging event on Tuesday co-chaired by the UN and the European Union. “After a decade of war, many Syrians have lost confidence that the international community can help them… Continue reading UN chief calls for int’l efforts to meet humanitarian needs of war-weary Syrians

Biden will nominate first Pakistani-American to serve as federal judge

WASHINGTON, Mar 30 (APP): United States President Joe Biden announced Tuesday he would nominate Zahid Quraishi, a Pakistani-American, for the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey. If confirmed by the Senate, Quraishi would also be the first Muslim-American federal judge in U.S. history. Quraishi, a Rutgers Law School graduate who currently serves… Continue reading Biden will nominate first Pakistani-American to serve as federal judge

World leaders call for new international treaty to improve pandemic response

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UNITED NATIONS, Mar 30 (APP):A group of world leaders have joined the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) in calling for an international treaty to improve preparedness and response in the wake of coronavirus pandemic, saying it was vital for the sake of future generations. In a joint article published on Tuesday across leading… Continue reading World leaders call for new international treaty to improve pandemic response

Chinese backs Pakistani nation’s war against third wave of Covid-19

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BEIJING, Mar 30 (APP):Under the wise leadership of Prime Minister Imran Khan, the Pakistani people’s war against the third wave of the pandemic is fully supported by China as at this difficult time, the Chinese people stand firmly together with them. These views were expressed by Cheng Xizhong, Visiting Professor at Southwest University of Political… Continue reading Chinese backs Pakistani nation’s war against third wave of Covid-19

Pakistani fish to be brought to Chinese market: Ahmed Iqbal Baloch

BEIJING, March 30 (APP):The fishery is a key component of the growing bilateral trade between China and Pakistan and he plans to bring Pakistani fish to the Chinese market, Chairman of Pakistan’s Visionary Group, Ahmed Iqbal Baloch said on Tuesday. “We are importing a lot of things from China, and we want to lift our… Continue reading Pakistani fish to be brought to Chinese market: Ahmed Iqbal Baloch

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