DAVOS, Switzerland: China neither walks away from agreements or pulls out of organizations, nor does it ask other countries to pick sides, and it has always been a staunch supporter of multilateralism, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said here Tuesday at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2024. The theme of this year’s meeting, “Rebuilding Trust,” echoes well with people’s …

BEIJING: China strongly deplores and firmly opposes the United States passing the so-called Taiwan-related act, and has made serious representations to the U.S. side, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday. It is reported that the U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Taiwan Non-Discrimination Act of 2023, requiring the Secretary of the Treasury to use America’s influence in the …

DAVOS, Switzerland: China neither walks away from agreements or pulls out of organizations, nor does it ask other countries to pick sides, and it has always been a staunch supporter of multilateralism, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said here Tuesday at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2024. The theme of this year’s meeting, “Rebuilding Trust,” echoes well with people’s …

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday stressed staying committed to the path of financial development with Chinese characteristics and boosting the high-quality development of the financial sector. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks while addressing the opening of a study session at …

BEIJING: China warns the Philippines not to play with fire on the Taiwan question and to stop sending wrong signals to the “Taiwan independence” separatist forces, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday. Spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks at a regular news briefing when asked to comment on Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos’ message of congratulations to Lai …

BEIJING: Chinese State Councilor and Minister of Public Security Wang Xiaohong met with Iranian Police Chief Ahmad Reza Radan on Tuesday in Beijing. Wang expressed the hope that the two sides would work together to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, noting that the leaders met twice in 2023 to steer the direction of …

The National Institute of Health’s (NIH) National Command and Operations Centre (NCOC) has confirmed 15 cases of COVID-19’s JN.1 variant, the health ministry said on Tuesday. Sajid Shah, the health ministry’s spokesperson, quoted caretaker Health Minister Dr Nadeem Jan as saying that the situation was “being monitored strictly, with border health services, national and provincial health authorities, and labs fully …

What are the causes? Buerger’s disease is caused by vasculitis, which is an inflammation of blood vessels. Inflammation is irritation with presence of extra immune cells.The blood vessels of the hands and feet are especially affected, becoming constricted or totally blocked. This reduces blood flow to the tissues of hands and feet, resulting in pain and eventually damage. Smoking worsens …

Former federal minister Sumaira Malik has parted ways with the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) after she was denied a ticket for upcoming elections 2024. She withdrew her nomination papers and tendered her resignation to the PML-N Punjab president Rana Sanaullah. Sumaira Malik announced taking part in the upcoming general election from NA-87 but the PML-N did not allotted her the party …

Sajal Ali, the Pakistani actress known for her nuanced portrayals and expressive eyes, recently revealed a side of herself that might surprise her fans. In an interview, Ali confessed that like her on-screen characters, she is a whirlwind of emotions off-camera too. When asked if her emotional intensity extends beyond acting, Ali readily admitted, “I think I am as emotional …

Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar recently fell victim to a deepfake video circulating on social media, promoting the gaming app “Skyward Aviator Quest.” In the manipulated video, Tendulkar appears to endorse the app’s potential for users to earn money. The deepfake not only replicates his facial features but also mimics his voice, showcasing the concerning misuse of technology. Tendulkar, however, promptly …

The government’s intensified nationwide anti-drug campaign continues to reap results, with the authorities seizing over 3,929 kilogrammes of narcotics and apprehending 26 suspects in just a week (December 31 to January 7). This latest haul underscores the government’s unwavering commitment to tackling the widespread drug problem plaguing the country. According to official data, the majority of the seized drugs, 3,369kg, …

Marking a new chapter in military cooperation, a contingent of the Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF) arrived at Lahore Air Base this week, kicking off a comprehensive 45-day joint training exercise with the Pakistan Army. This collaboration aims to enhance tactical skills, exchange valuable expertise, and further strengthen the longstanding military partnership between the two nations. Upon arrival, the Saudi …

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) stopped ROs and DROs from changing election symbols of candidates for the upcoming elections. The ECP told ROs and DROs that at this phase stage with the elections coming near the changing of election symbols should be avoided. “If the need to change the election symbol is so important then the commission should be …

The soldiers of Pakistan have sacrificed their lives for the defense of the country without caring for their lives. In this context, the spirit of heroism burns bright in Haripur, Pakistan, where Sepoy Mohsin Khan, a decorated soldier of the Pakistan Army Artillery Corps, stands as a symbol of courage and unwavering dedication to his country. Commissioned in the army’s …

Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawyer Latif Khosa once again came face to face and had a dialogue during the hearing of a case. While hearing a case related to employment in the Supreme Court, Latif Khosa requested the CJP fix another petition for hearing, filed on behalf of former prime minister Imran Khan …

Donald Trump secured a resounding win in the first 2024 Republican presidential contest in Iowa on Monday, asserting his command over the party despite facing scores of criminal charges as he seeks an election rematch with President Joe Biden. Trump took over half the votes, propelling him towards what looks set to be a close and deeply acrimonious election campaign …

TUNIS: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday spoke highly of the “great friendship” achieved by China and Tunisia during the past six decades since the establishment of their diplomatic ties. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks at a ceremony held in the Tunisian capital of Tunis …

KUNMING: A group of young travelers, affectionately named the “little sugar oranges” by netizens, from south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, where sugar oranges are a local specialty, recently concluded a winter camp in the chilly northeast of China. Meanwhile, a cohort of 12 preschoolers from China’s northernmost city, Mohe, embarked on their winter adventure to Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture …

UNITED NATIONS: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday again called for an immediate humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza as the conflict turns 100 days. There is one solution to help address all the issues of the unprecedented level of civilian casualties and catastrophic humanitarian conditions in Gaza, the fate of the hostages, and the tensions that are spilling over across the …

BERN, Switzerland: China is willing to promote continuous development of bilateral relations with Switzerland to achieve more practical results in mutually beneficial cooperation, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said here on Monday. Li made the remarks during talks with President of the Swiss Confederation Viola Amherd. Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin, head of the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research, …

SHENZHEN: “BYD EXPLORER NO.1,” a vehicle carrier vessel leased to Chinese automaker BYD, held its maiden voyage ceremony on Monday at a port in Shenzhen, south China’s Guangdong Province. With more than 5,000 new energy vehicles (NEVs) on board, it will set sail for the ports of Vlissingen in the Netherlands and Bremerhaven in Germany. It is the first vessel …

NANNING: South China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region reported robust foreign trade growth last year, local authorities said Monday. Guangxi’s total imports and exports in 2023 hit 693.65 billion yuan (about 97.51 billion U.S. dollars), up 7.3 percent year on year. Exports rose 1.5 percent year on year to 363.95 billion yuan, and imports increased 14.6 percent to 329.7 billion yuan, …

HOHHOT: Chinese researchers have started breeding experiments on 66,500 potato seeds that were taken into space aboard the Shenzhou-16 crewed spaceship and stayed for over 180 days. After the seed germination, cultivation and transplantation, superior seed varieties will be selected and further evaluated, said Zhang Linhai, director of the technology innovation center of Xisen Potato Industry Co., Ltd., which is …

LONDON: Argentine superstar Lionel Messi retained the best FIFA men’s player award here on Monday, two months after he claimed the Ballon d’Or. The 36-year-old was absent from the ceremony held in London, while Pep Guardiola, who coached Messi at Barcelona, showed up to collect the trophy for the men’s best coach. The Spaniard steered Manchester City to the Premier …

CAIRO: China and the Arab League states on Sunday called for an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire in the conflict-ravaged Palestinian enclave of Gaza. The two sides also urged the implementation of relevant UN Security Council and General Assembly resolutions on the situation in Gaza and the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, said a joint statement, adding that all forms of violence against civilians, …

SYDNEY: The Republic of Nauru announced Monday that it will recognize the one-China principle and sever “diplomatic relations” with Taiwan. In a post on Facebook, the government of Nauru said that it will follow the UN Resolution 2758, which recognizes the People’s Republic of China as the sole legal government representing the whole of China, and recognizes Taiwan as an …

Amidst the ongoing New Zealand tour, there is noticeable tension within the Pakistani team, as reported by local media, particularly concerning matters related to granting No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for T20 leagues. The players are expressing discontent with the stern approach of team director Mohammad Hafeez. Relations between Hafeez and senior players are less than ideal. According to the media …

Hollywood’s prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences seemingly confirmed the reports of Shahrukh Khan’s latest release, ‘Dunki’ being submitted for Oscar nominations this year. As reported by Indian media outlets earlier this week, Bollywood King SRK’s final film for the year 2023, ‘Dunki’ will be submitted for Oscars nomination this year. However, it was not clarified if the …

A-list film and TV actor Imran Abbas shares his experience of travelling to and working in the film industry of the neighbouring country, India. In his latest appearance on actor Hina Altaf and Syed Ali’s travel podcast ‘Footprints’, actor Imran Abbas, who has had the opportunity of working across the continents, shared his experience of Mumbai, India specifically. When asked …

Buyers of automobiles have clearly entered what appears to be a protracted hibernation. The pie was cut in half in only one year after overall sales of passenger cars, light commercial vehicles (LCVs), and SUVs fell by 53% in the first half of the fiscal year (Jul-Dec). This also reflects the current situation of Pakistani households, where their ability to …

In a positive betterment for farmers in South Waziristan, the establishment of an agricultural park by the Pakistan Army has eased the challenges faced by pine nuts cultivators. According to reports, the cultivation of pine nuts, a special natural gift during the dry winter season, is a significant boon for South Waziristan. Pine nuts, rich in food nutrients, is a …

In a concerted effort to address longstanding deprivation in Balochistan, the Pakistan Army and the government have been actively working across various sectors to uplift marginalized communities. Today, Balochistan stands as a crucial player in the national development agenda, a stark contrast to its earlier status as an underprivileged province. Once considered a neglected region compared to other provinces, Balochistan …

As winter bites in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, bringing seasonal challenges to remote regions, the Pakistan Army and Frontier Corps (North) have stepped up to provide much-needed relief in the form of provision of basic health facilities. Free medical camps have sprung up in Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Swat, Dir, Buner, and Chitral, ensuring access to crucial healthcare for thousands. Over 7,000 patients …

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has withdrawn its petition from the Supreme Court seeking a level playing field in the upcoming general elections. As the hearing of the PTI’s appeal began in the Supreme Court on Monday, counsel Latif Khosa said the party would like to go to the people’s court for the survival of democracy. A three-judge bench of the …

The announcement of China’s diplomatic goals for 2024 has manifested that China will give full play to the strategic leading role of head-of-state diplomacy and make every effort to ensure the success of events including the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, the Boao Forum for Asia, the China International Import Expo and the Forum on Global Action for Shared Development in …

MELBOURNE: China’s Zhang Zhizhen has maintained his form from a career-best year in 2023 to reach the second round at the Australian Open for the first time. The top-ranked male player from China beat Argentinian veteran Federico Coria 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(5) at Melbourne Park on Monday in two hours and 33 minutes. It makes Zhang, the world No. 54, the …

BEIJING: An article on the Party’s united front work in the new era by Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, will be published on Tuesday. The article by Xi, also Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, will be published in this year’s second issue of the Qiushi Journal, a flagship …

HOHHOT: China has recently delivered 50 domestically-made buses to Ulan Bator of Mongolia through the land port of Erenhot, the largest land port on the China-Mongolia border, as part of an order for 600 Yutong buses placed by Mongolia last year. Mongolia made the purchase from China to help meet its public transport demand and the first batch of 35 …

LONDON: World No. 1 Ronnie O’Sullivan came from 6-3 down to overturn Ali Carter 10-7 on Sunday, winning his eighth Snooker Masters title. O’Sullivan had not been in his best form for the whole week and struggled when the final started. He trailed world No. 10 Carter 6-3 but regrouped by taking three frames in a row for a 6-6 …