Islamabad, May 31 (INP): The first successful commercial flight of home-made C919 passenger aircraft on May 28 marked a new start of China’s civil aviation commercial operation. When the world is influenced by Airbus and Boeing’s duopoly in decades, C919 took the first step to challenge the existing situation. The strenuous devotion that led to the development of the C919 aircraft has been a demonstration of China’s unwavering commitment to achieving technological superiority in aircraft manufacturing. Over the course of the past half century, Beijing has invested a significant amount of time and energy in the homegrown production of big passenger aircraft. China’s technical capabilities have been progressively improved as a result of the country’s policy of placing a high priority on research and development in critical sectors such as the production of new materials, electronic information, machinery manufacturing, automation, and high-end equipment. China has ensured that the C919 must adhere to stringent international airworthiness standards by harnessing the knowledge of both domestic and international suppliers, including well-known corporations …

  ISLAMABAD, May 31 (INP): China-Pakistan compassionate home was officially inaugurated here for ailing children in Pakistan. According to Gwadar Pro, this is a joint efforts by the Beijing-based charity One Heart Sphere Charity Foundation (BOHS), Islamabad-based volunteer organization China-Pakistan Youth Exchange Community (CPYEC), and Pakistani non-governmental organization (NGO) Step and Cure. This will provides free accommodation and treatment to children suffering …

  Islamabad, May 30 (INP): As a major aviation power, whether in civilian or military fields, China has cooperated closely with Pakistan in the field of aviation for decades. According to a Gwadar Pro’s report,  the Gwadar International Airport under construction, as an outstanding example of China-Pakistan aviation cooperation, is located 26 kilometers northeast of the port. So far, most of …

  ISLAMABAD, May 31 (EW): Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan Wednesday expressed confidence in his party’s popularity among the masses, saying he doesn’t need “electables” anymore. The former prime minister, currently facing a slew of legal challenges after being voted out of office, boasted that the PTI has the largest vote bank in the country. “If you have that …

  ISLAMABAD, May 31 (EW): State Minister for Finance and Revenue Dr Aisha Ghaus Pasha on Wednesday censured the International Monetary Fund (IMF) over its “interference” in Pakistan’s internal matters, a day after the comments passed by a top official of the international lender. She described terming IMF Mission Chief for Pakistan Nathan Porter’s statement  — regarding the political situation …

  Islamabad, May 30 (INP): The recently held China-Central Asia Summit has introduced new concepts of regional connectivity, socio-economic cooperation, and industrial development which are holistic and harmonious. It rightly showcased the real secret of modern mutual human survival, economic stability and sustainability along with mutual respect, sovereignty and territorial integrity between both the sides. According to a report carried …

  QUETTA, May 30 (INP): Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Abdul Quddus Bizenjo said that Gwadar’s long-standing problems relating to electricity and water were resolved. Speaking to journalists, he maintained that the government had taken bold and historical steps for the development and prosperity of the province. “Unnecessary check-posts have been eliminated and Gwadar’s long-standing problems relating to electricity and water …

  Islamabad, May 30 (INP): Pakistan and China are steadfastly strengthening their collaboration through the inclusion of technical education and training including dual degree programs and initiatives under the CPEC framework to build Pakistan’s strength to fight back poverty. Luban Workshop, a collaborative initiative between the Punjab Technical Education and Vocational Training Authority (TEVTA) in Pakistan and the Tianjin Modern Vocational Technology College in China, is playing a pivotal role in this regard by empowering the local youth with essential technical knowledge to earn a better living and contribute towards overall economy. As part of a broader international vocational education project initiated by China, with numerous workshops established in …

LAHORE: Power outages continue despite a reduction in demand for electricity owing to the city’s relatively pleasant weather, as Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco) has formally begun four-hour-long loadshedding in the city, The News reported. There will be outages for two hours a day of one hour each for consumers of Category I and II, according to the latest Load Management Programme, where …

  KARACHI: In order to provide relief to the inflation-weary people ahead of the upcoming federal budget 2023-24 — expected to be announced on June 9 — the government is likely to reduce the price of petroleum products, industry officials told The News. The price of petrol is expected to go down by Rs10 per litre effective from June 1 …