ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and China have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation and building a closer community with a shared future. In a joint statement issued during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, both nations emphasized the strategic significance of their relationship in a rapidly changing global landscape. The statement underscored that any attempt to disrupt Sino-Pak ties is destined to…
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PM Shehbaz Chairs SCO Summit, Highlights Trade and Regional Cooperation
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is presiding over the highly anticipated 23rd summit of the Council of the Heads of Government (CHG) of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) at the Jinnah Convention Centre, Islamabad. The SCO includes China, India, Russia, Pakistan, Iran, and Central Asian nations, with 16 additional countries as observers or dialogue partners. Pakistan became a full member…
Read MoreGwadar International Airport Inaugurated Virtually; Pakistan and China Sign 14 Accords, Including Currency Swap
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and China signed 14 agreements on Monday, including a significant currency swap agreement, aimed at boosting cooperation across various sectors such as security, education, agriculture, and technology. The signing ceremony, witnessed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chinese Premier Li Qiang, took place at the Prime Minister’s House. A key highlight was the virtual inauguration of Gwadar International…
Read MoreSCO Summit Begins Today in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The 23rd meeting of the Council of Heads of Government (CHG) of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) commences today (Tuesday) in Islamabad. The two-day summit is being held under tight security, with businesses and roads in the capital and neighboring Rawalpindi closed for safety reasons. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will chair the summit, marking Pakistan’s rotating chairmanship of the…
Read MoreInternational E-Waste Day
Today, on International E-Waste Day , let’s reflect on the growing problem of electronic waste and its impact on urban environments. The volume of e-waste generated globally in 2023 reached over 57 million tonnes , but only 17.4% of it is recycled, leading to alarming environmental and health consequences. In urban areas, the management of e-waste is particularly critical. Take…
Read MoreEyes on SCO & CPECHigh-Profile B2B Delegation Engages FPCCI
Karachi: Atif Ikram Sheikh, President FPCCI, has apprised that a high-profile delegation of The China Asia Economic Development Association (CAEDA) has visited FPCCI to explore investment, joint ventures and trade opportunities in mines & mineral; information technology and IT-enabled services (ITeS); agriculture & livestock; food processing & storage; infrastructure development and renewable & alternative energy sources. Mr. Atif Ikram Sheikh…
Read MoreChinese PM Li Qiang in Pakistan on four-day visit
A red carpet welcome was accorded to Chinese Premier Li Qiang on arrival in Islamabad today for a four-day visit to Pakistan. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received the Chinese Premier at Nur Khan Airbase. A twenty-one-gun salute was presented to the visiting dignitary as he alighted from the plane. This is the first visit of any Chinese Premier to Pakistan…
Read MoreFirst Time in History Pakistan Earns $4 Billion in Rice Exports in 2024
For the first time ever, Pakistan has set a new record by exporting $4 billion worth of rice in the current fiscal year. This remarkable achievement is largely due to the efforts of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), which has played a crucial role in boosting the country’s agricultural sector. One of the standout products in this success is…
Read MoreSeven PMs to gather in Islamabad for SCO
Seven PMs to gather in islamabad for SCO submit
Read MorePPL awarded best Petroleum Company by FPCCI
Karachi, October 12, 2024: Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) has been conferred the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry’s (FPCCI) Best Performance Excellence Award on its outstanding performance in the Petroleum Sector. The Honourable President of Pakistan Mr. Asif Ali Zardari presented the award to Syed Mahmood ul Hassan General Manager Shared Services, PPL at FPCCI’s 12th Achievement Awards…
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