Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that Pakistan-China relations continue to grow in strength, substance and strategic significance, as both countries mark the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties. Read More: Pakistan, China push forward next CPEC phase In his message on the historic occasion, the prime minister said the relationship between Pakistan and China, […]
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‘Small yet beautiful’ stories deepen roots in China-Pakistan agricultural cooperation
During a trip to Wuhan, Central China’s Hubei Province, with a delegation of Pakistani media professionals and think tank representatives, I spoke with a Pakistani journalist on the bus. I told him that I hoped to find a “small yet beautiful” story of China-Pakistan cooperation during the trip — one that could illustrate how the […]
Crane collapsed kills over 20 in Thailand train disaster
At least 22 people were killed and around 80 others injured on Wednesday after a construction crane collapsed onto a passenger train in Thailand’s Nakhon Ratchasima province, triggering a derailment and fire along a section of a China-backed high-speed rail project, authorities said. Read More: At least 30 dead in Italy motorway bridge collapse ‘tragedy’ Footage from […]
Kuwait signs major port deal with China
Kuwait has signed a $4.1 billion agreement with China to complete the construction of the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port, a flagship infrastructure project aimed at boosting the country’s role in regional and global trade. The deal reflects Kuwait’s broader efforts to diversify its oil-dependent economy. Read More: Resource-rich Gulf envisages stronger ties with China The State Audit […]
Wang Yi’s Middle East visit: China’s push for stronger ties
China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi, will begin a visit to the Middle East on December 12, covering the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan. Wang’s tour will last until December 16 and focuses on strengthening bilateral relations and discussing major regional issues. During his visit, he will meet with foreign ministers to exchange views […]
Iran, Turkiye agree to build $1.6bn Silk Road rail link
Iran and Turkiye have agreed to construct a new joint railway connecting the two countries, creating a strategic trade corridor between Asia and Europe. The Marand-Cheshmeh Soraya rail line will run approximately 200 kilometres (120 miles) from Iran’s Marand region to Turkiye’s Aralik border area. Read More: Dar chairs inter-ministerial meeting to advance Pakistan-Iran ties Iranian […]
Pakistan entering second phase of CPEC with focus
ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said that Pakistan is entering the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), emphasizing that greater regional connectivity will usher in a new era of economic growth and trade opportunities. Addressing the closing session of the Regional Transport Ministers’ Conference in Islamabad, the premier welcomed all […]
Chinese foreign minister in Sri Lanka to discuss Belt and Road Initiative
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi was in Sri Lanka on Sunday seeking to advance China’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative, as the island nation looked to Beijing for help as it tries to rescue itself from a foreign currency and debt crisis. Wang arrived in Sri Lanka on Saturday from the Maldives on the […]