Russian President Vladimir Putin met Chinese President Xi Jinping during his official visit to Beijing. The meeting took place as both nations prepared to mark the 80th anniversary of the global fight against fascism. Putin thanked Xi for the warm welcome and called him a “dear friend,” showing the close bond between the two leaders. […]
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Shehbaz, Putin pledge closer cooperation in Beijing
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing after the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit. The meeting included Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. Both leaders greeted each other warmly and expressed a desire to strengthen bilateral ties. During the meeting, Putin expressed his sorrow over the recent […]
Pakistan, China unite to power next phase of CPEC
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal met Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong on Saturday in Beijing. They discussed detailed plans for the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, focusing on industrial development, infrastructure projects, and enhanced business-to-business cooperation under CPEC Phase II. Iqbal conveyed Prime […]
30 Dead in China due to torrential rains and landslides
Torrential rains have killed more than 30 people across northern China. The worst-hit areas include Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei province. Most deaths happened in the northeastern part of Beijing’s Miyun district. Landslides and floods have destroyed homes and roads. The national weather service issued a red alert, the second-highest warning level. Authorities evacuated over 80,000 […]
China storms kill 4, displace thousands
At least four people have died and eight are missing after heavy rains caused floods and landslides in northern China. Torrential downpours hit Beijing and nearby Hebei province, where entire villages were affected. Authorities have evacuated over 4,400 people to safer areas. China’s weather agency warned that the situation may worsen in coming days. In […]
Mustafa Kamal showcases Pakistan’s health sector globally
BEIJING: Pakistan’s Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal has invited global partners to explore the country’s rapidly evolving healthcare sector, highlighting its immense investment potential and commitment to innovation and reform. Speaking at the Global Health Forum of the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) in Beijing on Friday, Kamal stated that Pakistan was “ready for partnerships […]
Pakistan, China to strengthen media ties against misinformation spread
BEIJING – July 10, 2025: Pakistan and China have agreed to boost their cooperation in tackling the spread of fake news and misinformation through joint media initiatives. The agreement was reached during a high-level meeting in Beijing between Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar and Cao Shumin, Vice Minister of the Publicity […]
Pakistan steps into China’s market with first-ever panda bond push
ISLAMABAD/BEIJING — Pakistan has launched a five-day investor roadshow in Beijing as it prepares to issue its first-ever Panda Bond — a renminbi-denominated bond aimed at Chinese investors. The roadshow, running from July 7 to 11, reflects Islamabad’s push to tap into China’s vast onshore capital markets. Led by representatives from the Ministry of Finance, […]
Pakistan’s NSA Asim Malik strongly rebukes India’s Ajit Doval at SCO summit in Beijing
Beijing — A tense moment unfolded at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) National Security Advisers’ meeting when Pakistan’s NSA, Lt. Gen. (R) Asim Malik, directly challenged India’s NSA Ajit Doval, dismantling Indian allegations in a powerful, fact-based rebuttal. The meeting was held in Beijing, with representatives from several regional powers in attendance. During the session, […]
Indian NSA meets chinese FM in Beijing, China urges peace along border
BEIJING – In a significant diplomatic development, India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval held a high-level meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi during his visit to Beijing. The meeting focused on ongoing tensions along the disputed border and the broader strategic relationship between the two Asian giants. According to Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Li […]