By Alamdar Kazmi Xi Jinping, the paramount leader of the People’s Republic of China, has left an indelible mark on both Chinese politics and the global stage. His vision and leadership have been a subject of intense scrutiny and debate, making “Xi Jinping: The Governance of China” a pivotal text for those seeking to understand the man behind the leader. …
ISLAMABAD: China, the US, the UK and the EU have signed a declaration in UK that posits artificial intelligence (AI) poses catastrophic risk to humanity, while also noting the “need for international action” on such risks. Such declaration signals that a future model to address AI-related risks is being formed with China’s participation, Chinese AI experts said on Thursday. In the …
Wang Yi, director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on Thursday said that China will continue to support Sudan’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity, during his meeting with Malik Agar, deputy chairman of Sudan’s Transitional Sovereign Council, in Beijing. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the …
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir is currently on an official visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan, aiming to strengthen military-to-military cooperation and defence collaboration between the two brotherly nations. The visit marks a crucial step in enhancing the strategic partnership between Pakistan and Azerbaijan, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Wednesday. During …
BEIJING: A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson on Wednesday did not directly confirm an announcement made by US officials that “China and the US have an agreement in principle to hold a summit in San Francisco.” Instead, the spokesperson, citing quotes from Member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi during …
ISLAMABAD: One Homes, a leading UK-based property investment and development company, has announced another mega-million-dollar project in Pakistan. The company known for bringing international brands like Versace, Varabyeu Partners, Kobi Karp and many others to Pakistan announced their latest project The Haute Collection by Sarah Rahal. This is the second time One Homes is collaborating with Sara Rahal, the highly …
BEIJING: Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said the West wants to expand the conflict in the Ukraine to the Asia-Pacific region, Russian state media reported, citing comments made at a Beijing defence forum on Monday. Speaking at the Xiangshan Forum, China’s biggest military diplomacy event, Shoigu said NATO is covering up a build-up of forces in the Asia-Pacific region with …
BEIJING: The 10th Beijing Xiangshan Forum kicked off on Sunday with representatives from a record-breaking number of countries, regions and international organizations gathering in the Chinese capital to attend the meeting themed “Common Security, Lasting Peace.” Under the tensions of the current international security situation, the Beijing Xiangshan Forum provides all parties with a platform to talk in a frank …
WASHINGTON: When noting that China and the US agreed to work together for the meeting between the two heads of state in San Francisco, Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi said on Saturday that “the path to San Francisco” will not be an easy one, and there is “no self-driving to it.” Therefore, both sides need to earnestly “return to Bali …
BEIJING: The Chinese renminbi (RMB) is making steady progress in becoming a more widely used currency in the global economy, according to a report released by People’s Bank of China (PBOC). One of the most notable trends highlighted in the 2023 report on Chinese RMB internationalization is the increased use of the currency in trade and investment. In 2022, banks …