China vows to deepen ‘iron-clad’ ties with Pakistan, strengthen all-round cooperation

ISLAMABAD, Monday, September 22, 2025 (WNP): Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong on Sunday reaffirmed Beijing’s commitment to further strengthening the 'iron-clad' friendship and all-dimensional cooperation with Pakistan, stressing that bilateral ties are a cornerstone for regional peace and development. He was addressing a reception in Islamabad marking the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. The...

OGDCL launches free hepatitis C screening, treatment camps across Punjab, Sindh

ISLAMABAD, Monday, September 22, 2025 (WNP): The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has announced a major initiative to eliminate Hepatitis C by organizing free screening and treatment camps across Punjab and Sindh. According to an OGDCL spokesperson on Monday, the camps will provide free medical tests, examinations, medicines, and expert consultations. The first phase of the campaign will...

Britain, Australia & Canada recognize Palestine ahead of UNGA, defying Israel, bolstering two-state push

UNITED NATIONS, Sunday, September 21, 2025 (WNP): Britain, Australia and Canada on Sunday formally recognized the State of Palestine, a coordinated diplomatic move that underscores growing Western frustration with Israel’s war in Gaza and aims to revive the flagging prospects of a two-state solution. The announcements, delivered just days before the opening of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in...

Uzbekistan emerges as global tourism leader with record arrivals, UN recognition

TASHKENT, Sunday, September 21, 2025 (WNP): Uzbekistan’s tourism sector is witnessing unprecedented growth, with more than 7.5 million foreign visitors recorded between January and August 2025, a sharp increase compared to last year, Chairman of the Uzbekistan Tourism Committee Umid Shadiev said on Sunday. He said the rising inflow of tourists to Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva, and other historic destinations underscores...

Pakistan e-commerce market growing, expected to touch US$ 7.5 bln mark by next year

ISLAMABAD, Saturday, September 20, 2025 (WNP): Pakistan's e-commerce market is rapidly evolving with expectation that it would touch US$ 7.5 billion mark by year 2026 as new players are entering the scene and introducing more and more consumer-friendly features. Secure, innovative and trustworthy approaches are being adopted to cater to growing demands of online consumers who lack trust in online...

Turkmenistan Investment Forum 2025 opens in Awaza with delegates from 45 countries to boost global partnerships

AWAZA, Friday, September 18, 2025 (WNP): The Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2025) opened Thursday in the National Tourist Zone ‘Awaza’ drawing over 800 delegates from 45 countries, including senior government officials, global corporate leaders, investment bankers, and renowned experts. The Forum was inaugurated on behalf of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov by the Minister of Finance and Economy, who underscored Turkmenistan’s commitment...