ISTANBUL, Dec 13 (APP):Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Wednesday said Somalia was strategically important to Pakistan as its port cities could act as a gateway to Africa for potential trade via Gwadar. The Prime Minister was talking to the President of Somalia, Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, on the sidelines of the Extraordinary Summit of the Organization… Continue reading Somali port cities can act as gateway to Africa for potential trade via Gwadar: PM
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Top UN official urges Myanmar to involve UN in tackling Rohingya returns
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 13 (APP):The United Nations can help Myanmar to defuse inter-communal tensions and create an environment for safe and dignified repatriation of Rohingya refugees, the world body’s top political official said Tuesday, stressing that the country could also tap the UN’s capacities and experience in tackling other challenges, including democratic consolidation. “We hope… Continue reading Top UN official urges Myanmar to involve UN in tackling Rohingya returns
US recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital clear violation of int’l law, UNSC resolutions: FM
ISTANBUL, Dec 13 (APP):Foreign Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Wednesday said the United States’ recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and its plan to shift its embassy was a clear violation of international law including several UN Security Council resolutions. “We call upon the US to revisit its decision and submit to international… Continue reading US recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital clear violation of int’l law, UNSC resolutions: FM
UN official says North Koreans agree on importance of avoiding war
UNITED NATION, Dec 13 (APP):The U.N. political affairs chief has said that senior North Korean officials told him it was important to prevent war, but did not offer any commitment to talks during his four-day visit to North Korea last week. Jeffrey Feltman, Under-Secretary-General for political affairs, met with North Korean Foreign Minister Ri Yong… Continue reading UN official says North Koreans agree on importance of avoiding war
India values geopolitical calculation over regional growth: Global Times
BEIJING, Dec 13 (APP):Sri Lanka last week completed the formal handover of the port of Hambantota to China on a 99-year lease. The deal, welcomed by the Sri Lankan government, stirred alarm in New Delhi. Colombo has repeatedly assured India that the port is intended purely for civilian purposes and won’t be used as a… Continue reading India values geopolitical calculation over regional growth: Global Times
3rd Maritime Silk Road Int’l Arts Festival opens
BEIJING, Dec 13 (APP):The third Maritime Silk Road International Arts Festival began at the Chinese city of Quanzhou, previously known as one of the four largest seaports for foreign trade in China. A five-day international arts festival began with a gala titled “To the Ocean” at the Channel Sports Centre in Quanzhou, Fujian. It features… Continue reading 3rd Maritime Silk Road Int’l Arts Festival opens
Asian, African journalists complete 10-month media exchange program in China
BEIJING, Dec 13 (APP):Forty-two journalists from different Asian and African countries including Pakistan have rendered a medley Chinese song, while waiving their respective national flags to formally end a 10-month China development study and media exchange programme organized by China Public Diplomacy Association (CPDA). The joint closing ceremony held here was attended by some members… Continue reading Asian, African journalists complete 10-month media exchange program in China
UNGA calls for stepping up efforts towards ensuring universal health coverage
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 13 (APP):The United Nations has called for greater efforts on the part of its member states to ensure universal health coverage, and designated 12 December as International Universal Health Coverage Day. In one of the two resolutions adopted on Tuesday, the UN General Assembly composed of all 193 UN Member States called… Continue reading UNGA calls for stepping up efforts towards ensuring universal health coverage
New York bombing suspect Akayed Ullah warned Trump on Facebook
NEW YORK, Dec. 12 (APP):The suspect in the New York City bus terminal blast posted a message to US President Donald Trump on his Facebook page just before the bungled ISIS-inspired attack, according to a criminal complaint filed Tuesday. “Trump you failed to protect your nation,” Akayed Ullah, the 27-year-old Bangladeshi, wrote. Federal Prosecutors said… Continue reading New York bombing suspect Akayed Ullah warned Trump on Facebook
PM arrives Istanbul to attend extraordinary OIC Summit on Al-Quds Al-Sharif
ISTANBUL, Dec 12 (APP):Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi arrived here Tuesday to attend the extraordinary summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on Al-Quds Al-Sharif on the invitation of President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The prime minister was accompanied by Foreign Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Chief Minister Punjab Shehbaz Sharif and other… Continue reading PM arrives Istanbul to attend extraordinary OIC Summit on Al-Quds Al-Sharif
CPEC to improve local infrastructure, create abundant jobs: Pakistani Scholar
BEIJING, Dec 12 (APP):China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), a flagship project of Belt and Road Initiative, will not only improve local infrastructure, but also create abundant jobs said, Muhammad Iqbal Chawla, Dean of Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of Punjab. In addition, it will expand power supply and promote the development… Continue reading CPEC to improve local infrastructure, create abundant jobs: Pakistani Scholar
China condemns explosion at passenger terminal in New York
BEIJING, Dec 12 (APP):China on Tuesday condemned the explosion at the passenger terminal near Times Square in Manhattan, New York causing injuries to many people. “We condemn this incident and express our condolences to the injured,” Chinese Foreign Ministry’s Spokesperson, Lu Kang said during his regular press briefing held here. Terming terrorism as the… Continue reading China condemns explosion at passenger terminal in New York
Women instrumental in Democrats victory in US state of Alabama: Analysts
NEW YORK, Dec 13 (APP):Negative perceptions among voters over the sexual misconduct allegations against Republican Roy Moore handed the Democrats a rare victory in the deeply conservative U.S. state of Alabama, according to analysts. Democrat Doug Jones defeated his Donald Trump-backed Republican Moore in a closely contested election for the U.S. Senate Tuesday, setting off… Continue reading Women instrumental in Democrats victory in US state of Alabama: Analysts
UN human rights chief cautions sanctions could hurt struggling North Koreans
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 12 (APP):The United Nations human rights chief has called on the Security Council to assess the impact of tough economic sanctions on North Korea as they may be harming the delivery of desperately needed humanitarian aid. “The humanitarian assistance provided by U.N. agencies and others are literally a lifeline for some 13… Continue reading UN human rights chief cautions sanctions could hurt struggling North Koreans
Americans perceive more corruption in Trump era – Survey
NEW YORK, Dec 12 (APP):Americans believe US society has become markedly more corrupt in the year since President Donald Trump rose to power, according to a survey released Tuesday. According to the survey, which was conducted by Transparency International — a global corruption watchdog — nearly six in 10 say they believe corruption has… Continue reading Americans perceive more corruption in Trump era – Survey
US state of Alabama has worst poverty In developed world: UN expert
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 12 (APP):A United Nations expert investigating poverty in the United States says the state of Alabama has the worst poverty in the developed world. “I think it’s very uncommon in the First World. This is not a sight that one normally sees. I’d have to say that I haven’t seen this,” Philip… Continue reading US state of Alabama has worst poverty In developed world: UN expert
UN urges greater investment for sustainable agriculture in mountains
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 12 (APP):The United Nations food security agency has called for greater focus on sustainable agriculture in highland regions around the globe to better respond to climate change impacts and migration challenges. “Investing in sustainable agriculture in mountain regions is central to the response to climate and migration challenges as it promotes the… Continue reading UN urges greater investment for sustainable agriculture in mountains
UNGA adopts Pakistan’s sponsored resolution stressing interreligious dialogue
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 12 (APP):: The UN General Assembly Monday passed a resolution, by consensus, on promoting interreligious and intercultural dialogue to advance a culture of peace and non-violence based on education, tolerance, dialogue and cooperation in the world. Sponsored by Pakistan and the Philippines, the text reaffirmed the solemn commitment of all States to… Continue reading UNGA adopts Pakistan’s sponsored resolution stressing interreligious dialogue
Chinese-built ‘sea airship’ showcased in Sanya
BEIJING, Dec 12 (APP):China’s domestic-made ‘sea airship’ Xiangzhou 1 was showcased in Sanya, South China’s Hainan province, according to China Daily on Tuesday. The Xiangzhou 1 is 12.7 meters long, 11 meters wide and 3.9 meters tall and its maximum takeoff weight is 2.5 tons. Xiangzhou 1 can carry 7 passengers and fly at a… Continue reading Chinese-built ‘sea airship’ showcased in Sanya
Over 8 mln people in Yemen ‘a step away from famine’: UN warns
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 11 (APP):More than 8 million people in war-torn Yemen are a step away from famine, the United Nations has warned. Jamie McGoldrick, the UN Humanitarian Coordinator for Yemen, raised the alarm on Monday, adding that though a Saudi-led coalition blockade had been slightly eased, the situation in the Arab country remained dire.… Continue reading Over 8 mln people in Yemen ‘a step away from famine’: UN warns
- NHA restores most roads across the country after heavy rains
- Pakistan committed to ensure safety of foreign nationals: FO
- Oil tanker catches fire in Islamabad’s Blue Area
- Leghari seeks KP Govt’s cooperation in anti-power theft campaign
- Police official inspect a dead body of a suspected attacker at the site of suicide attack on a convoy of foreign nationals in the Landhi area.
