Pakistani Astronauts get training in China Under Historic Space Agreement
Pakistan is set to make history as the first foreign country to participate in China’s space station training program. Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) Director Shafaat Ali announced on Friday that two merit-based Pakistani astronauts will be sent for training in China, marking a major milestone in the nation’s space ambitions. Under […]
China dismisses lab leak theory on COVID origins amid CIA claims
China strongly dismissed claims suggesting COVID-19 originated from a lab, following new assessments by the US CIA. The controversy over the virus’s origin continues to fuel tensions between Washington and Beijing. China Reiterates WHO Findings China reaffirmed its stance, citing the China-WHO joint investigation, which deemed a lab leak “extremely unlikely.” Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Mao […]
Chinese mine worker killed in Afghanistan: A blow to Taliban’s security claims
A Chinese mine worker was killed in Afghanistan’s Takhar province near the Tajikistan border on January 21, 2025. The victim, identified as Li, was traveling with an interpreter when unknown assailants attacked him. However, the interpreter escaped unharmed. The National Mobilization Front, an anti-Taliban resistance group, later claimed responsibility for the attack. They alleged Li […]
US supreme court enforces TikTok sale-or-ban law over national security risks
In a landmark decision, the United States Supreme Court has upheld a law requiring TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to sell its U.S. operations by Sunday or face an outright ban. The ruling, issued unanimously on Friday, highlights growing national security concerns over the app’s data collection practices and its alleged ties to the Chinese […]
China faces severe infection surge after 5 years, post-COVID-19
Along with other respiratory viruses, Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is the main cause of the current respiratory disease epidemic in China. As winter deepens, this increase has put the nation’s healthcare system in a difficult position. Hospitals are overcrowded with patients in critical respiratory distress, particularly in child units. Waiting periods have considerably increased and ICU […]
China’s world largest hydropower dam in Tibet sparks controversy
China is building the world’s largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet. This dam will produce 300 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually. It will surpass the Three Gorges Dam in size and energy output. The project is worth over 1 trillion yuan ($137 billion). It is a key part of China’s push […]
BRICS welcomes nine new countries in the block
Moscow: Nine new countries are set to become official partners f BRICS from 1st Jan 2025. Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov said on Monday, Belarus, Thailand, Cuba, Malaysia, Uganda and Uzbekistan will join the block. After expansion, acronyms BRICS+ reflects new membership. The organization came into formation in 2001. Its founding members were Brazil, Russia, India […]
China visa-free transit policy expands to 10 days
China, the world’s second-largest economy, has expanded its visa-free transit policy to boost tourism and economic recovery. Travelers from 54 countries, including the US and Canada, can now visit China for up to 10 days visa-free. This policy also includes nations from Europe and Asia. This opportunity requires travelers to hold a confirmed outbound ticket […]
Pakistani commercial ship a step towards economic self-reliance
Pakistan has taken a historic step in its maritime industry by announcing the construction of its first commercial ship in over four decades. The project is a joint effort of the Pakistan Navy, Karachi Shipyard, and Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC). It marks a significant move towards reducing the country’s reliance on foreign shipping companies […]
Taiwan received US-made Abrams tanks to strengthen its defense potential
Taiwan has taken delivery of 38 advanced US-made Abrams tanks to strengthen military capabilities against potential Chinese attack. Abrams tanks are a mainstay of US military and among the heaviest in the world. In addition, a semi-official news agency confirmed that M1A2s are the first new batch of tanks to Taiwan in 30 years, ordered […]
