UN official strongly condemns decapitation of a French school teacher

UNITED NATIONS, Oct 17 (APP):The top official for the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) has condemned “in the strongest terms” the decapitation of a French school teacher in a Paris suburb on Friday, saying “such heinous crime is unjustifiable whenever, wherever and by whomsoever committed.” A statement issued on Saturday by UNAOC’s spokesperson said… Continue reading UN official strongly condemns decapitation of a French school teacher

ECOSOC chief urges advanced technologies at concessional terms for developing countries’ farmers

UNITED NATIONS, Oct 17 (APP):The President of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), Ambassador Munir Akram of Pakistan, has called for providing technologies that make sustainable agriculture possible to farmers in developing countries at “concessional” terms” to enable them to deal with the coronavirus crisis that has put food security and access to it… Continue reading ECOSOC chief urges advanced technologies at concessional terms for developing countries’ farmers

PTI workers held protest demonstration outside the home of Hassan Nawaz

LONDON, Oct 17 (APP):Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) political workers,supporters and diaspora led by spokesman of Prime Minister for Trade and Investment in the UK and Europe, Sahibzada Amir Jahangir held a protest demonstration against convict former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif outside Stanhope House in London, the residence his son Hassan Nawaz here on Friday afternoon. The… Continue reading PTI workers held protest demonstration outside the home of Hassan Nawaz

Misuse of terrorism laws during conflict creates ‘unmitigated calamity’: UN expert

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UNITED NATIONS, Oct 17 (APP): A UN human rights expert Friday criticized the misuse of terrorism laws by some States, saying that inappropriate use of such measures in the context of complex and violent conflicts sometimes only worsened the situation on the ground. The UN Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights… Continue reading Misuse of terrorism laws during conflict creates ‘unmitigated calamity’: UN expert

CPEC strong pillar of Pak-China all-weather friendship: Ambassador Haque

BEIJING, Oct 17 (APP): Pakistan and China are all-weather friends, who have stood by one another in times of hardship, and their partnership during the COVID-19 period has been exemplary, Pakistan Ambassador to China, Moin ul Haque said on Saturday. According to the ambassador, when the coronavirus first hit China, Pakistan stood by China, sending… Continue reading CPEC strong pillar of Pak-China all-weather friendship: Ambassador Haque

Marking World Food Day, UN leaders call for helping ‘most vulnerable’ people amid coronavirus

UNITED NATIONS, Oct 17 (APP): The World Food Day, which aims to promote awareness of the issues behind poverty and hunger, was celebrated across the globe Friday, with UN leaders calling for international solidarity and cooperation to help all populations, especially the most vulnerable, to recover from the coronavirus crisis. While Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued… Continue reading Marking World Food Day, UN leaders call for helping ‘most vulnerable’ people amid coronavirus

Ambassador Haque lauds China’s progress against Covid-19, poverty alleviation

BEIJING, Oct 16 (APP):Pakistan Ambassador to China Moin ul Haque Friday complimented China’s progress against Covid-19 and lifting its population from the clutches of poverty. China’s remarkable progress had validated the strength of its unique system giving priority to its people’s well-being, he said while participating in a seminar on “Poverty Eradication and the Responsibility… Continue reading Ambassador Haque lauds China’s progress against Covid-19, poverty alleviation

Uyghur population has been double over past 40 years; informs Chinese foreign affairs ministry

BEIJING, Oct 16 (APP):The Uyghur population has grown from 5.55 million to more than 13 million over the past 40 years in Xinjiang Autonomous Region, a Chinese foreign affairs ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian on Friday said. “Since you asked about the situation in Xinjiang, I have more data at hand to share with you. Over… Continue reading Uyghur population has been double over past 40 years; informs Chinese foreign affairs ministry

Gwadar city could become silicon valley of Pakistan: CRI Urdu comments

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BEIJING, Oct 16 (APP): China’s experience in building and developing ports and basic infrastructure is certainly benefiting Pakistan and it is expected that soon Gwadar will become the ‘silicon valley’ of Pakistan and could emerge as center for promotion of economic activities at regional and global level. If we talk about Gwadar, this city is… Continue reading Gwadar city could become silicon valley of Pakistan: CRI Urdu comments

Pak-China Health Corridor to benefit people’s livelihood in Pakistan: Prof Cheng

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BEIJING, Oct. 16 (APP): The construction of the China-Pakistan Health Corridor and the cooperation between China and Pakistan in the field of health can directly benefit the people’s livelihood in Pakistan, Cheng Xizhong, visiting professor at Southwest University of Political Science and Law said on Friday. “China-Pakistan Health Corridor is a very good concept. Initially,… Continue reading Pak-China Health Corridor to benefit people’s livelihood in Pakistan: Prof Cheng

UN’s decolonization agenda to remain incomplete without Kashmir settlement: Pakistan

UNITED NATIONS, Oct 16 (APP): Pakistan told the U.N. on Thursday that it’s decolonization agenda would remain incomplete without settling the Kashmir dispute on the basis of Security Council resolutions that pledged the right of self-determination to the Kashmiri people. “India has, by obfuscation and oppression, denied the right of self-determination to the people of… Continue reading UN’s decolonization agenda to remain incomplete without Kashmir settlement: Pakistan

Rape is wrong but death penalty not the answer: UN rights chief

UNITED NATIONS, Oct 15 (APP):While perpetrators of rape and other forms of sexual violence must be held accountable, capital punishment and torture are not the answer, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights said on Thursday. Michelle Bachelet has issued a statement calling on governments to step up action against these crimes, improve access to… Continue reading Rape is wrong but death penalty not the answer: UN rights chief

Lack of handwashing with soap puts millions at risk to coronavirus : UNICEF

UNITED NATIONS, Oct 15 (APP):Although handwashing with soap is vital in the fight against infectious diseases, including coronavirus , billions of people around the world do not have ready access to a place to do it, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said on Thursday. According to new estimates from UNICEF, 40 per cent of the… Continue reading Lack of handwashing with soap puts millions at risk to coronavirus : UNICEF

UN chief calls for eradicating corruption during coronavirus pandemic

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UNITED NATIONS, Oct 15 (APP):UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called on everyone to work together to stamp out corruption in all its forms as this global scourge is not only a crime but immoral and the “ultimate betrayal” of public trust. In a statement issued on Thursday, he underlined that in the midst of the… Continue reading UN chief calls for eradicating corruption during coronavirus pandemic

No foreign interference in China’s internal affairs regarding Tibet : Spokesperson

BEIJING, Oct 15 (APP): China firmly opposes any foreign country using Tibet to interfere in its internal affairs, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Zhao Lijian said on Thursday. Setting up of the so-called special coordinator for Tibetan issues was entirely out of political manipulation to interfere in China internal affairs and destabilize Xijang (Tibet), he said… Continue reading No foreign interference in China’s internal affairs regarding Tibet : Spokesperson

India’s ‘illegal’ actions in Kashmir reflect a hegemonic mindset: Pakistan

UNITED NATIONS, Oct 15 (APP): Pakistan has told the United Nations that India’s hegemonic pretentions and history of aggression against its neighbours as well as its refusal to engage in dialogue for dispute resolution present a “clear and ominous danger” to international peace and security. Exercising his right of reply to India’s statement making sweeping… Continue reading India’s ‘illegal’ actions in Kashmir reflect a hegemonic mindset: Pakistan

18th Int’l plastics, packaging industry virtual exhibition from Oct 26

BEIJING, Oct 15 (APP): China’s Zhejiang Province will organize a virtual exhibition of plastics and packing industry and online business to business meetings of the Chinese manufacturers and suppliers with Pakistani buyers from October 26 to 29. The exhibition will be co-organized by Zhejiang Times International Exhibition Service Co., Ltd. and CMEC International Exhibition Co.,… Continue reading 18th Int’l plastics, packaging industry virtual exhibition from Oct 26

At UN, Pakistan highlights India’s ‘aggressive’ actions, military buildup

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UNITED NATIONS, Oct 15 (APP): A top Pakistani diplomat has warned the international community that India’s “aggressive policies and military posture” posed an immediate threat to world peace and security, especially to Pakistan, against which New Delhi’s offensive capability is deployed. “India’s aggressive posture and actions are accompanied by one of the world’s largest military… Continue reading At UN, Pakistan highlights India’s ‘aggressive’ actions, military buildup

Pakistani jewelry company to participate in China Import Expo, Shanghai

BEIJING, Oct 14 (APP) A Pakistani jewelry company is set to display its products in the diamond and gems pavilion at the upcoming third China International Import Expo (CIIE) to be held from November 5 to 10 in Shanghai. Pakistani jewelry company Winza will make the debut of a 10-carat unheated Kashmir sapphire at this… Continue reading Pakistani jewelry company to participate in China Import Expo, Shanghai

WHO warns global tuberculosis progress at risk amid coronavirus pandemic

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UNITED NATIONS, Oct 14 (APP):The World Health Organization (WHO), has called for urgent action and funding to sustain progress in the global fight against tuberculosis (TB), warning that global targets for prevention and treatment “will likely be missed”. Although TB cases fell by 9 per cent and deaths by 14 per cent between 2015 and… Continue reading WHO warns global tuberculosis progress at risk amid coronavirus pandemic

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