K2 BASECAMP: K2 is the Earth’s second-highest mountain but for Sajid Ali Sadpara it is more than “just a mountain” — it is also his father’s final resting place. However, this magnificent and awe-inspiring peak is now blighted by litter, and Sajid is on a mission to clean it. In a rare act of charity in one of Earth’s most …
ISLAMABAD, Aug.10 (INP): The University of Sargodha (UoS) signed separate intents of cooperation with two Chinese universities to pave the way for the exchange of knowledge, academic collaboration, knowledge economy, and mutual growth. As per a statement issued on Wednesday, UoS extended its global outreach by forging a collaborative bond with the Shenyang Urban Construction University, China. This partnership aims to synergize efforts in establishing joint campuses on both sides. The intent of cooperation outlines faculty exchanges, collaborative research projects, and potential joint degree programs to address the challenges of rapid urbanization and architectural evolution. Moreover, UoS signed an intent of cooperation with the Liaoning Communication University, China. This envisions academic exchanges, faculty collaboration, and joint research endeavors to benefit from diverse perspectives and a cross-cultural academic environment that will enrich the educational experiences of students of the two universities, Gwadar Pro reported on Thursday. Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Dr. Qaisar Abbas, Vice Chancellor of UoS, said, “These intents of cooperation mark a new chapter in our journey of academic excellence and global partnerships. By joining hands with these esteemed international institutions, we are expanding horizons of knowledge for our students and are contributing to the global educational landscape.
ISLAMABAD, Aug 10 (INP): The Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (IPPCAAS), and the Department of Entomology at the University of Agriculture have signed an agreement in Beijing to establish the Pakistan-China Joint Research Facility for ‘Trim Brother Administration.’ The ceremony took place at IPPCAAS. The letter of intent was duly signed by IPPCAAS Executive Director …
KARACHI, Aug. 10 (INP): A Karachi-based “Welding School” under the Greater Karachi Water Supply Scheme – also known as K-IV – has trained several technical talents locally, helping the locals receive both training and jobs. According to the school, it was jointly launched by Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) and China Communications Construction Company Limited (CCCC) and each training …
ISLAMABAD, Aug 10 (INP): Government of Pakistani honors overseas Chinese for their commitment to shared prosperity through CPEC. In a remarkable commendation ceremony for the contributors to the shared prosperity through CPEC held here as one of the series of celebrations to mark the 10th anniversary of CPEC. On this occasion, the Pakistani government extended its gratitude and recognition to …
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) CEO Air Vice Marshal Amir Hayat on Wednesday said the national carrier was expected to suffer a loss of Rs112 billion in the ongoing year. During a press briefing, the PIA CEO pointed out that the national carrier had sustained a total loss of Rs80 billion in 2022 because of old loans and interest …
ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi on Wednesday dissolved the National Assembly on the advice of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, setting the stage for general elections latest by November 9. The Constitution gives a 90-day timeframe for holding the elections upon the dissolution of the assembly before the end of its five-year term. With the dissolution of the assembly, the country …
ISLAMABAD: The risks attached to the short-term 3-billion-dollar Standby Arrangement (SBA) programme of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will increase manifold with the possibility of the tenure of the caretaker setup going beyond 90 day which seems essential after the approval of the 7th Population and Housing Census, local media reported on Wednesday. A delay in the general elections is on …
ISLAMABAD, Aug. 9 (INP): Pakistan’s rice export to China in 2022 surpassed USD 455 million with a volume of more than one million tonnes, for the first time between China-Pakistan rice trade, said Ghulam Qadir Commercial Counsellor. “China’s imports of Semi or wholly milled rice (Commodity Code: 10063020) from Pakistan touched USD 211.88 million, while two kinds of Broken …
ISLAMABAD, Aug 9 (INP): First Sino-Pak feature film premier held to strengthen bilateral cultural exchanges, said Zhang Heqing, the Cultural Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan. The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) recently hosted the premiere of “Ba’tie Girl,” the inaugural Sino-Pak feature film, marking a decade of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) celebrations. Zafar Uddin Mahmood, Special …
