SHANGHAI, June 25. (INP):  A B2B webinar on the promotion of Pakistani rice to China was jointly held here by the Consulate General of Pakistan in Shanghai, and the Pakistan Trade and Development Authority. Nawab Ali Rahoojo, Deputy Consul of the Consul General of Pakistan in Shanghai addressed the session. He highlighted the potential of Pakistani rice in Chinese market, …

  ISLAMABAD, Jun. 23 (INP): Yutong Master has assembled the 500th unit of the Yutong ZK6138HP intercity bus model introduced in September 2021 in Pakistan. In this connection, a line-off ceremony was held to celebrate the milestone, which was achieved in only 20 months, according to an update by the company. Yutong Master is a joint venture between China’s Henan-based …

  Islamabad, Jun. 22  (INP): China, Pakistan joining hands to introduce more high-yielding crop varieties to Pakistan, according to China Economic Net (CEN). On the testing field of Multan, chili, sorghum, cotton, and soybeans are growing exuberantly on a trial basis. “For the first time in our testing field, we grow jalapeno, or Mexican chili pepper. From each acre, we yield …

  ISLAMABAD, Jun.22,(INP): Pakistan received $26.6 million in FDI from China in May, China Economic Net (CEN) reported on Thursday According to the latest statistics from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Pakistan received $26.6 million in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) from China in May 2023, contributing to a total FDI inflow of $149.6 million for the same month. The inflow …

  BEIJING, JUN 21 (INP): Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), is likely to resume its commercial operation between Islamabad and Beijing, starting from August 6, with lowest fares and extra free baggage allowance, said PIA Country Manager in China, Bilal Afzal on Thursday. He told China Economic Net that to provide best service, they are offering the ever-best policy for this …

  BEIJING, June 21 (INP): “Cricket is the most popular national sport in Pakistan. Young people can always be seen playing it in the streets and Pakistan’s cricket national team enjoys a world-wide reputation. I am glad to see that the gradual popularity of cricket in Chinese schools which injects more impetus into the people-to-people cultural exchanges between China and …

  ISLAMABAD, Jun. 21 (INP): The Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (FVAS), MNS University of Agriculture, Multan, and Xinjiang Agricultural Vocational Technical College, China, held an online meeting to launch Sino-Pak dual diploma program in livestock management at FVAS. Under the dual diploma program, students will study initial two years in Pakistan and one year in Xinjiang Agricultural Vocational Technical College, according to an update by the FVAS. The two institutions had signed an MoU in February 2023 for the purpose, Gwadar Pro reported. A Faculty Exchange Program will also be funded in addition to online training of animal husbandry and veterinary science teachers of FVAS. Furthermore, Xinjiang Agricultural Vocational Technical College will establish modern agriculture and animal husbandry demonstration training centre at MNS University to organize trainings for Pakistani veterinary professionals, technical personnel and industrial partners. Vice Chancellor Dr Asif Ali said on the occasion that this partnership will not only benefit  students but also contribute to the development of livestock industry in Pakistan. Dr Asif Raza, Dean FVAS, said that aim of the program will provide the students with a diverse and enriching learning experience to develop their skills in livestock management and animal care in a multicultural environment. Prof. Yang Guiquan, Principal of Xinjiang Agricultural Vocational Technical College; Guo Qinghe, Deputy Director of Animal Science and Technology Institute; Jiang Xiaoxin, Dean Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine and Ma Wenjing, Dean of Int’l Cooperative Office from Xinjiang Agricultural Vocational Technical College, attended the meeting. Max Ma, Director and Executive President of Tang Pakistan was also present during the online meeting, among others.

  ISLAMABAD, Jun. 21 (INP) – The National Highway Authority (NHA) has completed the construction of a key link road in Balochistan to reduce distance for Gwadar-bound traffic from Punjab and other northern parts of the country. According to a recent statement of NHA’s Member (West Zone) Shahid Ihsanullah, the Authority has completed work on the 106-kilometre-long Basima-Khuzdar Road (N-30), at a cost of Rs11.7 billion. Shahid Ihsanullah said that currently, both light and heavy traffic is plying on the road and the Prime Minister will formally inaugurate the highway soon, he said. The road is part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) initiative, he said. Jawad Akhtar Khokhar, a senior official at the CPEC Secretariat at the Ministry of Planning, …

  Islamabad, June 21 (INP): Forum on Global Human Rights Governance, jointly hosted by the Information Office of China’s State Council, China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the China International Development Cooperation Agency, proved to be a resounding success. Held last week, it underscores China’s commitment to fostering global dialogue on this important subject. With an impressive turnout of approximately 300 …

    ISLAMABAD, June 20, (INP): “The export of Pakistani beef to China is expected to increase Pakistan’s foreign exchange income and drive the development of Pakistan’s related industries including breeding and processing,” said Dr. Gu Wenliang, Agricultural Commissioner of Chinese Embassy in Pakistan. He was commenting on the great benefit of the General Administration of Customs of the People’s …