BEIJING: Canada and China have reached a “landmark” agreement covering trade, tourism, and economic cooperation, marking the first high-level meeting between the two nations’ leaders in eight years. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, turning a page on years of […]
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Global job gains stall as AI, trade uncertainty deepen labour risks: ILO
Nearly 300 million workers worldwide remain trapped in extreme poverty, earning less than $3 a day, as progress toward decent work has stalled and labour market inequalities persist, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) warned on Wednesday. Read More: Artificial Intelligence and Job Markets In its latest Employment and Social Trends 2026 report, the UN agency projected a global […]
Trade, defence cooperation in focus as Zardari meets Bahrain’s King
President Asif Ali Zardari, Wednesday, met King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa at Al-Qudaibiya Palace, Manama Bahrain and held comprehensive discussions aimed at further strengthening the close and fraternal relationship between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Bahrain. The talks reflected a shared resolve to deepen cooperation and give practical momentum to bilateral engagement. First Lady, […]
Canadian PM seeks reset with China amid US tensions
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney departed for China on Tuesday, marking the first visit by a Canadian premier to Beijing in nearly a decade and signalling a potential reset in relations strained by years of diplomatic and trade disputes. Read More: China seeks stronger ties with Canada amid trade disputes The four-day trip will focus on trade […]
Parties demand halt to ‘illegal’ raids on Balochistan traders
QUETTA — A multiparty conference (MPC) on Monday condemned what it described as illegal night raids on markets and warehouses in Balochistan, warning the measures amounted to the economic strangulation of traders and communities across the province. Read More: PTA conducts raids against illegal SIM activities, grey traffic operations The conference, organised by the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) and chaired […]
China-Pakistan achieves progress in trade and technology
A successful meeting focused on China-Pakistan bearing industry cooperation was held at the Pakistan Embassy in Beijing, facilitated by the China Association of Private Science and Technology Enterprises. The talks covered product exports, technology cooperation, and localized services, leading to several cooperation agreements. This marks a significant step in advancing high-end manufacturing collaboration under CPEC. […]
Trade, pilgrims’ facilitation top talks between Zardari, Iraqi leaders
President Asif Ali Zardari, Sunday, reaffirmed Pakistan’s firm support for Iraq’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and national unity, and reiterated commitment to Iraq’s stability, prosperity and democratic progress. The president met President of the Republic of Iraq Dr. Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid at Baghdad Palace. President Zardari congratulated the Iraqi leadership and people on the successful […]
Kyrgyz president visits Pakistan to boost bilateral ties
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met Kyrgyzstan President Sadyr Zhaparov on Thursday, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening relations with the Central Asian country, the Foreign Office said. Read More: Kyrgyzstan president visits Islamabad to boost ties with Pakistan Zhaparov arrived in Islamabad on Wednesday for a two-day maiden visit to Pakistan, the first by a […]
Uzbekistan reopens border crossing with Afghanistan
TASHKENT: Uzbekistan has fully reopened its only border crossing with Afghanistan, closed to travelers since the Taliban seized power in 2021, signaling a renewed focus on economic cooperation with its neighbor. The Termez-Hairatan bridge crossing is now operational, allowing people to travel directly and safely between the two countries, the Uzbek Chamber of Commerce and […]
Kyrgyz president arrives to boost Pakistan ties
President Sadyr Zhaparov of Kyrgyzstan will visit Pakistan on Wednesday at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The Foreign Office said the trip is the first presidential visit from Kyrgyzstan since 2005. It added that the visit reflects long-standing ties built on shared history, faith, and regional aspirations. The FO said the visit will […]