Xi Jinping Meets Indian PM Modi at SCO Summit
Tianjin – On 31 August, Chinese President Xi Jinping met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the 2025 SCO Heads of States Summit. Xi highlighted recent progress in China-India relations, stressing the importance of viewing each other as partners, fostering long-term strategic cooperation, and maintaining peace in border areas. Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to partnership, […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif Highlights China’s Vision for Poverty Eradication and Shared Prosperity
Tianjin – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif said China’s vision for poverty eradication and shared prosperity, led by President Xi Jinping, serves as a guiding light for Pakistan. Addressing faculty and students at Tianjin University, he praised the longstanding Pakistan-China friendship, underscoring mutual trust, respect, and cooperation. He highlighted China’s success in lifting over 800 […]
Pakistan and Armenia Establish Diplomatic Relations
Beijing – Pakistan and Armenia have officially established diplomatic relations, announced Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. Speaking to the press, he said he and Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan signed a joint statement on the establishment of diplomatic ties during the SCO meeting in Tianjin, China.
Earthquake in Afghanistan Claims 500 Lives, Over 1,000 Injured
Kabul – A powerful earthquake in eastern Afghanistan has killed approximately 500 people and injured more than 1,000. According to Khaama Press, the first tremor, measuring 6.0 in magnitude, struck at 11:47 PM local time, followed 20 minutes later by a 4.5 magnitude aftershock at a depth of 10 km.
Xi Jinping Proposes SCO Development Bank
Tianjin – Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed the establishment of an SCO Development Bank at the 25th SCO Heads of States Council Meeting, attended by leaders including PM Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. He highlighted SCO’s growth, regional cooperation, and announced scholarships, innovation programs, and development projects for […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif Attends SCO Welcome Banquet
Tianjin – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif attended the welcome banquet for world leaders at the 25th SCO Heads of States Council Meeting in Tianjin, China. He was warmly received by President Xi Jinping, as discussions highlighted regional cooperation, bilateral relations, and continued engagement among member states to promote peace, stability, and development in the […]
Xi Jinping Welcomes PM Shehbaz at SCO Banquet
Tianjin – President Xi Jinping welcomed Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the state banquet during the 25th SCO Heads of States Council Meeting on 31 August 2025.
Trump Open to Talks with Kim Jong Un, Signals Trade Discussions with South Korea Amid Criticism
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed willingness to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, signaling openness to renewed diplomacy. He also said he was ready for further trade talks with South Korea, despite voicing sharp criticism of the visiting ally. The remarks highlight Trump’s unpredictable foreign policy approach, mixing outreach with confrontation in dealings across […]
Trump Signals Possible Military Deployment to Chicago to Tackle Crime
President Donald Trump has warned that the U.S. military could be deployed to Chicago, stressing forces are prepared to move anywhere on short notice to address rising crime. The remarks underscore his administration’s tough-on-crime stance and have sparked debate over federal involvement in local law enforcement. Critics question the implications, while supporters view it as […]
Thousands Celebrate Diversity at London’s Notting Hill Carnival
London’s Notting Hill Carnival drew thousands of revelers, transforming the streets into a vibrant display of music, dance, and color. The annual event, rooted in Caribbean culture, highlighted the city’s diversity and rich cultural heritage. Parade floats, steel bands, and elaborate costumes created a festive atmosphere, reinforcing the carnival’s role as one of Europe’s biggest […]