BEIJING, Jan 1 (APP):As scheduled, the major work of the world’s longest sea bridge was officially completed on Sunday, after its lighting system was installed and tested. After six years of preparation, it took eight years to build the 55-kilometer bridge linking China’s Hong Kong, Zhuhai and Macao. Major work on the bridge consisted of… Continue reading Major work of world’s longest sea bridge completed
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Freezing New York greets 2018 amid dazzling fireworks
NEW YORK, Jan 1 (APP):Braving frigid weather, hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers and tourists from all over the world, who crammed the iconic Times Square Sunday night, exuberantly rang in 2018, with a colourful celebration amid tight security. At the stroke of midnight, the traditional crystal ball dropped setting off bursts of confetti and… Continue reading Freezing New York greets 2018 amid dazzling fireworks
Arctic blast ushers in brutal freeze across northern US
NEW YORK, Dec 31 (APP):A brutal torrent of arctic air is set to lock much of the northern United States in a bone-chilling deep freeze for New Year’s Day, with temperatures expected to plunge to around zero. The cold weather comes on the heels of a windy (and almost white) Christmas. The National Weather Service… Continue reading Arctic blast ushers in brutal freeze across northern US
UN chief issues red alert for world in 2018
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 31 (APP):United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres,In his message on the New Year, has called for unity among the global community to tackle overwhelming challenges and defend values shared by all. On New Year’s Day 2018, I am not issuing an appeal. I am issuing an alert a red alert for our world,… Continue reading UN chief issues red alert for world in 2018
India’s sudden toughening of law enforcement a sign of anti-China sentiment: Expert
BEIJING, Dec 31 (APP):India’s sudden toughening of law enforcement toward Chinese might be a sign of rising anti-Chinese sentiment in the country, an expert warned after several Chinese in India were recently detained or faced with fines. According to a warning notice released by China’s Embassy in India, several Chinese have been investigated, fined, detained… Continue reading India’s sudden toughening of law enforcement a sign of anti-China sentiment: Expert
Yemen sliding into ‘deepening catastrophe’ as conflict hits 1000-day mark: UN warns
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 30 (APP):As the conflict in Yemen passes the grim 1,000-day milestone, the United Nations is warning that if humanitarian workers cannot gain greater access and the violence does not subside, the cost in lives will be incalculable. As violence has escalated in recent days, children and families are yet again being killed… Continue reading Yemen sliding into ‘deepening catastrophe’ as conflict hits 1000-day mark: UN warns
Israel officially announces withdrawal from UNESCO
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 30 (APP):The head of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has expressed deep regret over Israel’s decision to withdraw from the agency. Noting the official notice from the government of Israel’s withdrawal from the agency effective on 31 December 2018, a decision which was announced on 12 October 2017,… Continue reading Israel officially announces withdrawal from UNESCO
Trump’s foreign policy approach out of ‘my comfort zone’: McMaster
NEW YORK, Dec 29 (APP):US National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster has said that President Donald Trump’s unorthodox approach to foreign policy was beyond his “comfort zone,” suggesting he has altered the global community’s view of the United States. Trump’s approach to foreign policy “has moved a lot of us out of our comfort zone, me… Continue reading Trump’s foreign policy approach out of ‘my comfort zone’: McMaster
China expects Pakistan highway to boost trade, reduce terrorism
BEIJING, Dec 29 (APP):A highway built in northern Pakistan as a part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) opened this week, which experts say will help eradicate rampant terrorism in the region thanks to its role in poverty alleviation. The 47-kilometer-long segment of the highway that was formally opened by Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbassi… Continue reading China expects Pakistan highway to boost trade, reduce terrorism
Quaid’s birth anniversary celebrated in Washington
WASHINGTON, Dec 29 (APP):The Pakistan Embassy in Washington held an event to mark the birth anniversary of the Quaid-e-Azam on the theme of “Hamara Quaid” in a befitting manner. A Cake Cutting Ceremony was held in a simple and graceful manner to celebrate the birthday of the founder of the nation. While speaking on the… Continue reading Quaid’s birth anniversary celebrated in Washington
China strongly condemns terrorist attack in Kabul
BEIJING, Dec 29 (APP):China Friday strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Afghan capital Kabul, in which at least 41 people were killed and more than 80 others injured yesterday. “We deeply mourn for the victims and convey our sincere condolences to the injured and bereaved families,” Spokesperson of Chinese Foreign Ministry, Hua Chunying said during… Continue reading China strongly condemns terrorist attack in Kabul
12 dead, 4 injured in big New York City fire
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 29 (APP):At least 12 people, including an infant, have died in a massive apartment fire in New York City on Thursday night, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced. Calling the blaze “one of the worst loss-of-life fires in many, many years,” De Blasio said another four people were critically injured and “fighting for… Continue reading 12 dead, 4 injured in big New York City fire
12 dead, 4 injured in big New York City fire
UNITED NATIONS, Dec. 29 (APP):At least 12 people, including an infant, have died in a massive apartment fire in New York City on Thursday night, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced. Calling the blaze “one of the worst loss-of-life fires in many, many years,” De Blasio said another four people were critically injured and “fighting for… Continue reading 12 dead, 4 injured in big New York City fire
UN calls attack on civilians in Kabul ‘heinous and cowardly
UNITED NATIONS, Dec. 29 (APP):The UN Security Council has strongly condemned the “heinous and cowardly” terrorist attacks that took place in Kabul on Thursday, killing more than 40 people and injuring at least 80. “The members of the Security Council expressed their deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims and to the… Continue reading UN calls attack on civilians in Kabul ‘heinous and cowardly
Children in conflict suffer shocking levels of violence: UNICEF
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 28 (APP):Children caught in war zones are increasingly being used as weapons of war recruited to fight, forced to act as suicide bombers, and used as human shields “ the United Nations childrens agency has warned. In a statement summarizing 2017 as a brutal year for children caught in conflict, the United… Continue reading Children in conflict suffer shocking levels of violence: UNICEF
China to use Belt & Road initiative to boost reconstruction process in Afghanistan : Experts
BEIJING Dec 28 (APP): China’s use of the Belt and Road initiative to help boost the reconstruction process of Afghanistan and promote talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan is a sign that Beijing is more confident in investing political, diplomatic and economic assets to facilitate peace and stability in neighboring regions, experts said. Zhao Gancheng, director… Continue reading China to use Belt & Road initiative to boost reconstruction process in Afghanistan : Experts
Pak-China joint air force training highlights international military cooperation: Chinese Defense Ministry
BEIJING, Dec 28 (APP):The successful conduct of joint training between Chinese and Pakistani air forces was one of the highlights of China’s international military cooperation this year, Chinese Defense Ministry’s Spokesperson, Senior Colonel Ren Guoqiang said here on Thursday. “In my view, during the China’s international military cooperation in the past year, one of the… Continue reading Pak-China joint air force training highlights international military cooperation: Chinese Defense Ministry
2017 is the worst year for China-India relations: Global Times
BEIJING, Dec 28 (APP):The year 2017 is doomed to be a special year in the history of China-India relations. The Doklam standoff pushed the two Asian powers to the brink of war, becoming the biggest crisis between them in the past 55 years. Bilateral ties have been blighted by three major strategic contradictions: the border… Continue reading 2017 is the worst year for China-India relations: Global Times
US prepared to partner with Pakistan to defeat terrorism, says US Secretary of State
WASHINGTON, Dec 28 (APP):The United States is prepared to partner with Pakistan to defeat terrorist organizations seeking safe haven, US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson wrote in an op-ed published in the New York Times on Wednesday, adding that Islamabad must demonstrate its desire to partner with the US. In the article titled “I Am… Continue reading US prepared to partner with Pakistan to defeat terrorism, says US Secretary of State
Trump impeachment petition gathers nearly 4 million signatures: report
ISLAMABAD, Dec 28 (APP):A US billionaire and political activist has received nearly four million signatures in three months on his petition to impeach President Donald Trump, according to POLITICO, an American online news service. Tom Steyer, the investor, has poured millions of dollars into a national campaign of television and digital advertisements calling for Trump’s… Continue reading Trump impeachment petition gathers nearly 4 million signatures: report
- PM, Saudi Royal court advisor discuss ways to boost economic ties
- Minister meets Chinese Consul General, discusses bilateral cooperation, Chinese security
- Pakistani players celebrated the wicket of New Zealand batsman Michael Bracewell catch Babar Azam ball by Shadab Khan during the Fifth Twenty20 International cricket match between Pakistan and New Zealand at the Qaddafi cricket stadium
- Advisor at the Royal Court and General Secretary of Saudi-Pak Supreme Coordination Council H.E. Mr. Mohammed bin Mazyad Al-Tuwaijri calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif.
- Advisor at the Royal Court and General Secretary of Saudi-Pak Supreme Coordination Council H.E. Mr. Mohammed bin Mazyad Al-Tuwaijri calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif
