U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke for the first time in three months. They discussed TikTok’s future, trade issues, fentanyl, and Russia’s war in Ukraine. Trump said they made progress on a TikTok deal and plan to meet face-to-face in South Korea in six weeks. Both leaders agreed to continue talks […]
South Korea
South Korea, US tariff talks face major delays
South Korea’s presidential office confirmed on Tuesday that tariff talks with the United States have stalled, emphasizing President Lee Jae Myung’s commitment to protecting Korean companies from potential financial losses caused by hasty trade agreements. Despite an agreement reached in July, the two nations have yet to finalize important details, especially those related to a […]
Seoul fires warning shots at North Korean troops crossing border
South Korea fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers briefly crossed the military border earlier this week. The incident took place in the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ), which separates the two nations. According to Seoul’s Joint Chiefs of Staff, the North Korean troops were working in the area when they crossed the line. South Korea responded […]
U.S.-South Korea trade talks enter final stretch
South Korea has announced plans to create a new trade package with the United States before the August 1 tariff deadline. The move comes as both countries aim to ease trade tensions and boost cooperation across key industries. The South Korean presidential office confirmed on Saturday that officials are preparing a “mutually agreeable” trade package. […]
Pakistan advances to U13 & U15 finals at Asian junior squash championship
Pakistan continued its impressive performance at the 32nd Asian Junior Individual Squash Championships in Gimcheon, South Korea, with four players advancing to the finals across multiple age categories. This strong showing highlights Pakistan’s rising talent and dominance in the junior squash circuit. In the Boys U13 category, top seed Muhammad Sohail Adnan displayed remarkable skill […]
Pakistan nets another victory: Japan falls 79-39 in South Korea
Pakistan continued its strong performance at the Asian Youth Netball Championship in South Korea by defeating Japan 79-39 on Monday. This was the team’s fourth straight win, keeping them at the top of Pool B with 8 points. The match took place at Jeonju Hwasan Gymnasium, where Pakistan led from the start and maintained control […]
Power play: Pakistan girls netball team thrashes Saudi Arabia 71-15
Pakistan’s girls netball team won a big game against Saudi Arabia in South Korea. They scored 71 goals. Saudi Arabia managed only 15. The win showed Pakistan’s strong skill and teamwork. The match took place at the Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship. Pakistan’s players, like Lia Raza Shah and Samia Safdar, played very well. Their […]
Korea-Pakistan pact to boost skilled labor exports through technical education alliance
In a significant step to modernize technical education and expand global employment opportunities for Pakistani youth, the National Skills University (NSU) Islamabad signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tongwon University, South Korea. The agreement, finalized on Monday during a high-level ceremony chaired by Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, […]
Asian economies on edge as Hormuz blockade threatens oil supply
The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow but crucial maritime corridor, is under global focus as tensions escalate in the Middle East. Nearly 84% of oil passing through the strait is headed to Asia, putting countries like China, India, South Korea, and Japan at serious risk of fuel shortages if Iran enforces a blockade in response […]
Javelin sensation Arshad Nadeem shines bright, wins gold in Gumi with 86.40m throw
Pakistan’s Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem once again showcased his extraordinary talent by winning the gold medal in the men’s javelin final at the Asian Athletics Championship held in Gumi, South Korea. Nadeem secured his victory with a remarkable throw of 86.40 meters, dominating the competition and captivating the crowd. Sri Lanka’s Ramesh Thranga Pathirage finished […]