NEW YORK, Jan 18 (APP):Senior leaders of India’s ruling party have publicly promoted Hindu supremacy, which has led to attacks against Muslims and other minorities, a prominent international human rights group reported Thursday, while pointing out the government’s failure to prevent or probe such cases. “The government failed to promptly or credibly investigate the attacks,… Continue reading BJP leaders publicly promoting Hindu supremacy: HRW
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UN chief warns of increasing threats of weapons of mass destruction
UNITED NATIONS, Jan 18 (APP):UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres Thursday warned of threats posed by weapons of mass destruction, and called for comprehensive political solutions that include dialogue and negotiation to prevent, mitigate and resolve conflicts. Worldwide concerns over nuclear weapons are the highest they have been since the Cold War, he said, speaking alongside Nursultan… Continue reading UN chief warns of increasing threats of weapons of mass destruction
South Asian students, including from Pakistan, meet to discuss regional integration
WASHINGTON, Jan.18 (APP):Top economics and undergraduates and faculties from seven countries in South Asia, including Pakistan, will meet in Bangladesh for a regional summit beginning on Thursday to discuss how greater integration could help regional countries achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. The 14th South Asia Economic Students’ Meet (SAESM) in Chittagong will discuss economic avenues… Continue reading South Asian students, including from Pakistan, meet to discuss regional integration
Gallup Polls find approval of US leadership under Trump hits historical low
WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 (APP):A Gallup poll finds a steep decline in approval of US leadership by other nations under President Donald Trump, who is focusing more on his policy of “America First” after taking the White House a year ago. The Gallup Poll, which began tracking such rating worldwide in 2007, said on Thursday that… Continue reading Gallup Polls find approval of US leadership under Trump hits historical low
PHC London to conduct NADRA surgery in Milton Keynes
LONDON, Jan 18 (APP):Pakistan High Commission (PHC) London is organizing visits of the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) Mobile Registration Team (MRT) to the surrounding areas of London to ensure effective delivery of consular services to Pakistani community on regular basis. This month, the NADRA MRT will visit Milton Keynes – a town in… Continue reading PHC London to conduct NADRA surgery in Milton Keynes
First batch of Pakistani students successfully completes Chinese language course
BEIJING, Jan 18 (APP):The first batch of Pakistani students successfully completed the two-year Chinese language course at Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) here on Thursday. The batch comprising 66 students is a part of 495 students selected on merit under the Punjab Government Scholarship Programme which arrived here to study Chinese language in different… Continue reading First batch of Pakistani students successfully completes Chinese language course
US cutting aid to vulnerable Palestinians is a mistake: Chinese media
BEIJING, Jan 18 (APP):The US State Department has announced that it was withholding 65 million dollars out of the 125 million dollar aid package earmarked for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA). The US move might be catastrophic for millions of Palestinian refugees in Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, West Bank and… Continue reading US cutting aid to vulnerable Palestinians is a mistake: Chinese media
US suspension of Pakistan aid not good for ‘war on terror’: China Daily
BEIJING, Jan 18 (APP):The United States’ decision to suspend security assistance to Pakistan has dealt a heavy blow to the already deteriorating relationship between Washington and Islamabad. It will also cast a shadow on US efforts to combat terrorism in Afghanistan, as Pakistan plays a pivotal role in the anti-terrorism campaign in the region, according… Continue reading US suspension of Pakistan aid not good for ‘war on terror’: China Daily
“Enemy” properties of Pakistan or Chinese citizens to be auctioned in India
BEIJING, Jan 18 (APP):More than 9,400 “enemy” properties, left behind by people who obtained citizenship in Pakistan or China, are set to be auction by the Indian government following an amendment of the Enemy Property Act. The “enemy” property refers to any property belonging to, held or managed on behalf of an enemy, an enemy… Continue reading “Enemy” properties of Pakistan or Chinese citizens to be auctioned in India
UN Chief warns against endangering Iran Nuclear Deal
UNITED NATIONS, Jan 18 (APP):UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called on nations not to damage Iran’s 2015 nuclear agreement with world powers because of concerns they may have with the Islamic Republic’s non-nuclear military activities in the Middle East. “The (nuclear deal) constitutes a major achievement of nuclear non-proliferation and diplomacy, and has contributed to… Continue reading UN Chief warns against endangering Iran Nuclear Deal
US funding cuts for Palestinian refugees put vital education, health services at risk: UN
UNITED NATIONS, Jan 18 (APP):The U.S. decision to withhold more than half its annual funding commitment to the U.N. relief agency providing aid for Palestine refugees threatens “one of the most successful and innovative human development endeavours in the Middle-East,” the head of the body has said. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Pierre Krahenbuhl,… Continue reading US funding cuts for Palestinian refugees put vital education, health services at risk: UN
Intensified fighting across Syria having ‘devastating’ impact on civilians, warn UN agencies
UNITED NATIONS, Jan 17 (APP):United Nations agencies in Syria Wednesday warned that the intensified fighting in the war-ravaged country was having a “devastating” impact on civilians, compounded by severely limiting life-saving humanitarian operations. “In the last few weeks, increasing indiscriminate bombing, shelling and fighting forced tens of thousands of people to be uprooted,” the UN… Continue reading Intensified fighting across Syria having ‘devastating’ impact on civilians, warn UN agencies
Beijing hosts food festival to introduce Pakistani cuisines, music
BEIJING, Jan 17 (APP):A six-day colourful Pakistan Food Extravaganza was opened here on Wednesday with an aim to introduce Pakistan through its delicious cuisines along with classical music in China. The food festival, organized by the Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing at China World Hotel, is showcasing a wide range of authentic Pakistan’s rich and… Continue reading Beijing hosts food festival to introduce Pakistani cuisines, music
UN chief voices deep concern over US move to withhold aid for Palestinian refugees
UNITED NATIONS, Jan 17 (APP):UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has said he was “very concerned” over U.S. decision to withhold about half the initial aid it planned to give the U.N. agency mandated to care for Palestinian refugees. In announcing that it would provide $60 million to the U.N. Relief and Welfare Agency (UNRWA) while withholding… Continue reading UN chief voices deep concern over US move to withhold aid for Palestinian refugees
India can’t build exclusive domain in South Asia: Global Times
BEIJING, Jan 17 (APP):India should realize that it can’t build its exclusive domain or apply the Monroe Doctrine in South Asia. China should act to assuage India’s vigilance against Beijing developing relations with South Asian nations. But India is in no position to ask China to stay away from South Asia. The Indian army seems… Continue reading India can’t build exclusive domain in South Asia: Global Times
India’s military not as strong as officers claim: expert
BEIJING, Jan 17 (APP):India’s military was merely bluffing and not as strong as it claims, expert said, after senior Indian military officers made harsh remarks toward China. The Indian Army has been “very well prepared” and China is unlikely to try any “misadventures anymore,” Abhay Krishna, Indian General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Army Command of the… Continue reading India’s military not as strong as officers claim: expert
US cuts aid to UN refugee agency for Palestinians after Trump tweet
WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 (APP):US cuts aid to UN refugee agency for Palestinians after Trump tweet The US State Department on Tuesday said it was withholding more than half of the planned funding for UN agency that looks after Palestinians, but dismissed suggestions that it was being done to punish Palestine which had forced a UN… Continue reading US cuts aid to UN refugee agency for Palestinians after Trump tweet
Cyclone, monsoon seasons threaten Rohingya children in Bangladesh camps: UNICEF
UNITED NATIONS, Jan 16 (APP):As the Bay of Bengal region gears up for cyclone and monsoon seasons, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has warned that more than 500,000 Rohingya children already living in “horrific” conditions in makeshift settlements in Bangladesh may face compounded risks of disease and displacement. “What is already a dire humanitarian… Continue reading Cyclone, monsoon seasons threaten Rohingya children in Bangladesh camps: UNICEF
Pakistani Culture Center at Tsinghua University celebrates 10th anniversary
BEIJING, Jan 16 (APP)::Pakistani Culture and Communication Center established at Tsinghua University, Beijing has celebrated its 10th anniversary. Deputy Head of Mission at Pakistan Embassy in Beijing Mumtaz Zahra Baloch was the chief guest at the event. Speaking on the occasion, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch appreciated the center for promoting the history and culture of Pakistan… Continue reading Pakistani Culture Center at Tsinghua University celebrates 10th anniversary
China should prepare for more border clashes with India: expert
BEIJING,Jan 16 (APP):China should remain alert of possible border disputes with India in 2018 as India regards China as the biggest threat and some of its military officials have an unfavourable view of bilateral ties, a Chinese expert said in response to a report that India plans to deploy 15 battalions in border areas. “The… Continue reading China should prepare for more border clashes with India: expert
