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Deputy Chief of Mission at the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad Shi Yuanqiang said Monday the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has made Pakistan an attractive destination for direct investment. Speaking at a seminar titled “10 Years of CPEC: Success, Opportunities and Challenges” organised by the Asian Institute of Eco-civilisation Research and…

LAHORE, Dec 16 (APP):Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has said that Pakistan and China have strong and brotherly relations that are decades old. Maryam Nawaz said in her statement that China’s growing economy is worthy of imitation for us, the political vision and progress of the Chinese government are a…

KARACHI, Dec 16 (APP): President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to promoting regional marine cooperation and ensuring peace, progress and sustainability in the Indian Ocean region. Addressing the 3rd China-Indian Ocean Region Forum on Blue Economy Cooperation held in Kunming, China, via a video message, the President stressed…

Islamabad:The Embassy of China in Pakistan on Friday organised the awarding ceremony for outstanding Pakistani staff of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects to recognise 43 persons from different projects who have contributed to the CPEC construction. Addressing the ceremony, Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong emphasised that we should look at…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s recent visit to China has been hailed as a major success, with Chinese companies pledging over Rs13 billion (around $50 million) in investments for the province, Express News reported. The visit marked a significant milestone in Punjab’s economic development and international partnerships. During an investment…

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the flagship project of the Belt and Road Initiative, remains the cornerstone of economic cooperation between China and Pakistan. Contrary to rumors suggesting a slowdown, recent developments signal a renewed vigor and strategic focus on advancing the next phase of CPEC, dubbed CPEC Phase 2.0.…

LAHORE, Dec 15 (APP): SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry former president Iftikhar Ali Malik has called for adopting China’s economic model to transform Pakistan’s industrial sector into a digitalized economy. In a press statement issued here on Sunday, he emphasised the need for bold reforms and strategic partnerships to…

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, announced plans to upgrade the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) into its second phase, focusing on growth, innovation, sustainability, livelihood, and regional connectivity. A seminar will be held in Beijing from December 17 to 30 to outline the scope and…

KARACHI: The Sindh government is working to develop two special economic zones (SEZs) in Karachi to facilitate the setting up of various industries by Chinese investors in collaboration with local businessmen. This was disclosed by Sindh Minister for Energy, Planning and Development Syed Nasir Hussain Shah while addressing an event…

GUANGZHOU, CHINA: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Saturday announced plans to facilitate Chinese companies through a one-window operation, declaring Punjab as a “land of opportunities” for investors. Maryam Nawaz also announced the establishment of a working group with the appointment of a focal person, and the creation of…