China launches world’s most advanced aircraft carrier “Fujian,” alarming situation for US
China strengthens naval power with launch of advanced Fujian aircraft carrier
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Trump cuts China tariffs to 47% after ‘amazing’ meeting with Xi
U.S. President Donald Trump announced he has agreed to reduce tariffs on Chinese goods to 47% following what he described as an “amazing” meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump said the move came in exchange for Beijing resuming purchases of U.S. soybeans, maintaining exports of rare earth … Read more
CPEC phase-II gains momentum, economic progress, FinMin Muhammad Aurangzeb
Islamabad/Beijing: Pakistan’s Finance Minister, Muhammad Aurangzeb, in a recent interview with Chinese media, stated that the country has made significant progress on the economic front and that the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is advancing steadily. He highlighted that the inflation rate in Pakistan has dropped to single digits (below 10%), which … Read more
China hawk Takaichi becomes Japan’s first woman Prime Minister
TOKYO: Sanae Takaichi was appointed Japan’s first female Prime Minister on Tuesday, after clinching an unexpected majority in the first round of parliamentary voting. Known for her conservative views and hardline stance on China, Takaichi will lead a minority government amid political turbulence and mounting domestic challenges. Takaichi, 64, replaces Shigeru Ishiba as Japan’s fifth … Read more
Pakistan successfully launches first Hyperspectral Satellite HS-1 from China
KARACHI: Pakistan has successfully launched its first Hyperspectral Satellite (HS-1) from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre (JSLC) in China. The event was broadcast live from the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) headquarters in Karachi. According to the SUPARCO, the HS-1 satellite marks a major technological milestone under Pakistan’s National Space Policy and Vision … Read more
Pakistan to launch first Hyperspectral Satellite from China on Oct 19
ISLAMABAD: The Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has announced that Pakistan’s first Hyperspectral Satellite (HS-1) will be launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre (JSLC) in China on October 19, marking a historic milestone in the nation’s space exploration journey. The HS-1 mission represents a significant advancement in Pakistan’s space capabilities, ushering in … Read more
China slams Trump’s 100% tariff threat, defends rare earth export curbs
Beijing: China has sharply criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariff announcement, calling it hypocritical and a provocation that undermines ongoing efforts at trade dialogue. The statement comes in response to Trump’s move on Friday to impose a sweeping 100% tariff on all Chinese exports to the United States, set to take effect on November … Read more
China tightens rare earth export controls ahead of expected Trump-Xi meeting
Washington and China has significantly expanded its export controls on rare earth materials and other high-tech components, just ahead of an anticipated meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced Thursday that starting November 8, any product containing certain Chinese-sourced rare earth elements — even in trace … Read more
India, China to resume direct flights after five-year hiatus as thawing ties
Beijing: India and China are set to resume direct commercial flights later this month, marking a significant step toward normalizing relations that have remained strained since a deadly border clash in 2020. The Indian Embassy in China announced on Thursday via social media platform WeChat that flights between designated cities would restart by late October, … Read more
Pop mart aims to turn Labubu craze into Disney-style entertainment empire
Beijing: Chinese toy giant Pop Mart is charting an ambitious course to transform its viral Labubu character into a global entertainment franchise, mirroring the success of Disney’s long-term intellectual property strategy. In a recent interview with Reuters, Pop Mart Executive Director Si De revealed that the company plans to expand well beyond toy sales. The … Read more
China’s growth is a beacon for entire East, President Asif Ali Zardari
China’s bright prospects and the importance of regional collaboration with the entire East, respect for each other’s sovereignty is essential, and Pakistan stands firmly with China under all circumstances, President Asif Ali Zardari In an interview with Chinese Media President Asif Ali Zardari expressed immense gratitude for the warmth and love he received from the … Read more
President extends warm greetings to China on its 76th National Day
ISLAMABAD: President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari extended warm and heartfelt congratulations to the Government and the people of the People’s Republic of China on the occasion of their 76th National Day, commemorating the founding of the nation in 1949. In his official message issued from the Presidency, President Zardari noted that the people of … Read more
Fourth Quadrilateral Foreign Ministers meeting: China, Iran, Pakistan, Russia push for Afghan peace
NEW YORK, Sept 25: The foreign ministers of China, Iran, Pakistan, and Russia held their fourth Quadrilateral meeting on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly session to discuss Afghanistan’s situation. The ministers issued a joint statement highlighting their shared concerns and commitments. The four countries reaffirmed their desire to see Afghanistan as a … Read more
China urges immediate ceasefire in Gaza
BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has reaffirmed China’s commitment to securing a ceasefire and ending the conflict in Gaza. Wang noted that the two-year-long war in Gaza has created an unprecedented humanitarian crisis, adding that Israeli actions in violation of international law are undermining the two-state solution and destabilizing the Middle East. He stressed … Read more
China accuses New Zealand of harassing its citizens at airports
China has accused New Zealand of harassing its citizens by subjecting them to unjustified seizures of electronic devices and interrogations at the country’s borders. China’s embassy in Wellington said on Tuesday it had lodged a “serious representation” with the government over “unwarranted conduct and harassment” by security and intelligence personnel. A Chinese citizen transiting at … Read more
President calls for further expanding of Pak-China cooperation
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari emphasised the importance of expanding cooperation between Pakistan and China in political, economic and cultural fields, underlining Pakistan’s commitment to deepening people-to-people contacts and public diplomacy. The president held a meeting with Li Shulei, Member of the Political Bureau and Secretariat of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, and … Read more
US pushes G7 and EU to punish China, India over Russian oil
Washington: G7 finance ministers, led by Canadian Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne, held a call Friday to consider tougher economic measures against Russia, including new sanctions and tariffs targeting nations that support or enable its war in Ukraine. According to a Canadian statement, the group discussed accelerating plans to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine’s … Read more
Asif Ali Zardari arrives in China on official visit, Gets warm Welcome in Chengdu
Chengdu: President Asif Ali Zardari reached China on Friday for an official visit and received a warm welcome on his arrival in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province. At Chengdu Airport, Asif Ali Zardari was welcomed by China’s Vice Foreign Minister and the Vice Governor of Sichuan. Khalil Hashmi, Pakistan’s ambassador to China, and Jiang … Read more