With the collaboration of the Chinese Embassy, the Center for Knowledge and Public Policy, Department of Journalism Studies and Department of Communication and Research University of Punjab New Campus jointly held the first ever certificate Program/Workshop on Wednesday during which 50 MPhil & MS and Ph.D. students, media persons, researchers and scholar rigorously participated.It was a historic event in Pakistan, …

Recently, data released by China’s General Administration of Customs showed that in the first 11 months of 2025, China’s trade surplus reached US$1.08 trillion, exceeding the trillion-dollar mark for the first time. This is strong evidence of the resilience of China’s foreign trade. However, some people have seized the opportunity to hype up the so-called “second wave of China’s shock,” …

The development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the media environment around the world at a high rate, redefining the process of information production, distribution and consumption. As the case of a strategic partnership between two countries, Pakistan and China, the AI offers a special chance to work out the integration of their media ecosystems again and ensure sound bilateral …

On January 4, 2026, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi held the Seventh Round of China-Pakistan Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue in Beijing with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Dar. The China-Pakistan Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue is one of the high-level consultation mechanisms between the two countries. Convened on the …

At the invitation of H.E. Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China, H.E. Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, visited China from January 3 to January 5, 2026. On January 4, …

“Over the past 75 years, Pakistan and China have upheld a tradition of mutual respect, trust, and cooperation, and that despite changing global circumstances, the “ironclad friendship” between the two countries has continued to deepen.” n a recent interview with People’s Daily Online, Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar noted that 2026 will mark the 75th …

From January 3 to 5, Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar visited China at the invitation of the Chinese government. Ding Xuexiang, member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Vice Premier of the State Council, met with Dar, and Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC …

Many international organizations and prominent security experts have already raised serious trepidations about the emergence of the new world disorder having direct threats to Global South, Xi’s global initiatives of development, security, civilization and governance along with the Chinese BRI. Additionally, the US attack and capturing of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, threats to Cuban and Brazilian head of the states …

It seems that macro-economy of the Republic of Uzbekistan has been further developed, diversified, stable and sustainable achieving new heights of GDP, GNP, CPI, and FDIs during 2025 confirming the strategic value of Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s national reforms since 2016. It is pertinent to mention that for the first time its GDP exceeded US$145 billion. Its exports increased by 23 percent, …

The pursuit of modernization is a common aspiration for all of humanity, yet historical experiences demonstrate that there is no singular, prescriptive path to achieving it. In the context of today’s increasingly multi-polar and diverse global landscape, Chinese modernization represents more than just the results of China’s own leapfrog development. It has emerged as a trans-formative paradigm for countries across …

The relevant military actions by the PLA serve as a stern warning to “Taiwan independence” separatist forces and external interference forces, and as a necessary and just move to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity, said Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, when commenting on the Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army …

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. Japan, as a defeated nation in World War II, should have engaged in deep reflection on the grave crimes committed by militarism. Yet some individuals and forces in Japan continue to intensify efforts to distort historical …

Obviously, under the leadership of President Ilham Aliyev, the country has successfully realized its interests which is also confirmed by Azerbaijan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jeyhun Bayramov, at a press conference summarizing the results of the year 2025. It remained decisive, consistent, and aimed at ensuring national interests. Resultantly, Azerbaijan has expanded its bilateral and multilateral cooperation formats and further …

It seems that the year 2025 has been grappled with “Trumponomics” leading to ongoing unilateral trade & tariffs war with China, Global South and its allies alike in the world. It affected pace, productivity and progress of global economies in terms of easy & smooth trading, serious disruption in global industrial supplies chains and shipments because of decline in economic …

It seems that the fate of the CPEC Phase 2.0 urgently demands policy readjustments putting it again on the fast track. Unfortunately, whims and wishes of the incumbent government has not achieved any substantial development on CPEC Phase 2.0 because of many “multidimensional” reasons ranging from structure flaws, unproductive bureaucratic system, imbalanced policy making, isolated safety & security of the …

The communication landscape between China and Pakistan is entering a new phase of media diplomacy. Over the decades, the two nations have primarily collaborated through traditional media to share their stories of bilateral relations, common development and prosperity, particularly in relation to the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Today, digital media is reshaping this narrative. It offers journalists, academics, content …

It seems that the Japanese government is intentionally making erroneous statements about Taiwan and escalating tensions in the Asia Pacific region which has various socio-economic, geopolitical and geostrategic spillover ramifications for peace, stability and harmony. Additionally, its lifting the ban on collective self-defense, revising the “Three Non-Nuclear Principles,” and deploying of missiles on Yonaguni Island near the island of Taiwan …

In an era well defined by geopolitical uncertainty and rapidly evolving economic landscapes, one lesson from history remains constant that is openness fuels progress while isolation breeds stagnation. In the modern world, there are only a few examples of such phenomenon as the tremendous change in China that happened since the introduction of the policy of reform and opening up …

It seems that the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev has become a real “icon” of socio-economic prosperity, regional connectivity, good governance and above all revival of splendid culture, traditions and civilization of ancient times in Central Asia. Hence construction of the Center for Islamic Civilization (CISC) in Tashkent vividly reflects his passions and love for the celebration of “Uzbekistan Third …

It seems that new Prime Minister of Japan Sanae Takaichi is intentionally trying to pollute the historic status, ancient and legitimate claim of China about Taiwan. Additionally, Takaichi’s statements are contradictory, factually incorrect and contextually false and her provocative remarks on the Taiwan question continue to draw fierce criticism and condemnation from the international community. Hence it constitutes gross interference …

The Russian Federation has been at war against Ukraine which is essentially a battle against the Eastern expansion of NATO which rings doldrums in almost every capital of the Asian region. The West’s attempt to compel or subdue Russia has been met with unwavering resolve, resilience and resistance thereby presenting a unique model of resistance that can’t be ignored in …

H.E. Ali Sher the ambassador of Uzbekistan this is your moment, it is my moment and this is a moment for the entire Central Asian Region. The completion of this book is all about discarding “I” and “Me” and discovering “We” in “Us”. I am personally thankful to H.E. Ali Sher the Uzbekistan’s ambassador and the entire team who worked …

It seems that China’s BRI has supported the formation of various Middle Corridors (MCs) in Central Asia, Asia, Africa, Latin America and around the globe, promoting greater trans-regional connectivity, qualitative industrial cooperation, quality development, modernization, digitalization, green transformation, AI and last but not least, hybrid agriculture. Thus geo-economics of the MCs is reshaping the nature, scope and utility of the …

By Liu Zhenmin Former Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations The year 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II and the founding of the United Nations (UN). At the end of the war, the UN was born, a contemporary international order took shape, and the course of human history was forever altered. Over the past eight …

Today, Azerbaijan marks the 34th anniversary of the restoration of the independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan restored its state independence in the late 20th century after the collapse of the USSR. On 18 October 1991, the Supreme Council of the Republic of Azerbaijan adopted the Constitutional Act “On the State Independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan”. The Constitutional …

By Rohail Riaz Pakistan, known as a democratic country since 1947, has remained an underdeveloped nation for many decades. Although a large number of graduates, including doctors, engineers, and social scientists, are produced every year. Only in 2023-24, 0.5million doctors are produced by Pakistan, likewise on average 2000 PhD scholars and 25000 engineers earn their degree every year. But many …

In an inspiring call to action at the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women held in Beijing, President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China’s unwavering commitment to advancing the cause of women’s all-round development, not only within China but across the globe. His four comprehensive proposals outline a bold and practical roadmap to ensure that women are not only protected and empowered but …

Over the last four decades, China has written one of the most remarkable success stories of the modern world. From a nation once struggling with poverty and isolation, it has emerged as a symbol of determination, innovation, and balanced growth. To say that “China speaks the language of progress” is to acknowledge a transformation built on vision, planning, and the …

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women. To commemorate this, China will soon host the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women in Beijing, where the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action was adopted—still the global benchmark for gender equality. Thirty years on, the key question is not only how far we have come, but also …

China has repeatedly proven its capacity to design and execute infrastructure projects that merge innovation with long-term vision. Among its recent achievements, the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge has emerged as a landmark that redefines what is possible in civil engineering. Architectural and Technical Prowess Soaring nearly 625 meters (2,050 feet) above the canyon base and extending over 2,890 meters (9,481 …

The 44-day war between Azerbaijan and Armenia, which took place from September 27 to November 10, 2020 has become a turning point in the South Caucasus, redefining the socio-economic conditions, geopolitical parameters and geo-strategic scenarios giving leverage to Azerbaijan being the victorious. Hence it completely transformed Azerbaijan’s macro-economy, qualitative industrialization, modernization, digitalization drives and further strengthened its national defense and …

It seems that the Xinjian socio-economic model is the replica of the CPC socialist modernization caring about people, channels of production gearing towards economic self-reliance, economic diversity and congruent community development. Most recently the Chinese President Xi Jinping visit attended a grand gathering in celebration of the 70th anniversary of the founding of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region which has …

Launched in 2013, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in just over a decade evolved from a visionary concept into the world’s most ambitious and transformative infrastructure and development framework. As of early 2025, more than 150 countries representing nearly 75% of the global population and over half of the world’s GDP have formally joined the BRI. This widespread participation …

Rapidly changing geopolitical compulsions and geo-strategic maneuverings has put the regional as well as global peace and stability at stake. It seems that Poland’s most recent accusations has a hidden agenda to expand the war theater. Every stakeholder of the power politics has its own self-justification disseminating its own national narrative. It seems that the EU, NATO, and USA have …

Evidently, Pakistan’s armed forces’ operation namely “Bunyan Marsoos” (The Iran Wall) against Indian “naked” aggression, “hegemonic” designs and “India-Israel” military alliance has successfully broken its so-called military myth and might by preserving the path of development, humanity, sovereignty and territorial integrity through national resolve and defensive strategies. Undoubtedly, Operation Bnyanum Marsoos (OBM) has serious regional geo-political and global geo-strategic “ramifications” …

The 80th anniversary of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the broader World Anti Fascist War stands as a solemn reminder of China’s profound contributions to defeating tyranny. Through fourteen years of relentless struggle, China stopped major Japanese forces by directly aiding the global anti fascist effort. Commemorating this milestone is both a tribute to the …

The United States has long positioned itself as a global leader in humanitarian aid and international development. Yet its recent policies of funding cuts and withdrawal from critical programs have inflicted profound harm worldwide, endangering lives, exacerbating crises and undermining decades of progress. Here are the major consequences: Costing human lives The human cost of U.S. aid cuts is immeasurable. …

The 70-minute commemorative event and military parade marking the 80th anniversary of the victory of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War at sun-bathed Tian’anmen Square on September 3 set new viewership records. Live broadcasts notched up 29.6 billion cumulative views, aired on more than 2,000 media outlets across 129 countries. It was a solemn …

On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, China held a grand military parade in Beijing. Presided over by President Xi Jinping, this event was more than a ceremonial commemoration, it was a profound reaffirmation of China’s historical sacrifices, its unwavering pursuit of …

In a world increasingly marked by uncertainty, shifting geopolitical fault lines and economic volatility, the relationship between Pakistan and China stands out as a beacon of stability, mutual trust and enduring strategic partnership. The recent high-level meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing has once again reaffirmed the exemplary nature of this all-weather …