Mian Abrar

Islamabad

Journalist and Head of News at Pakistan Today

Award winning journalist, Head of News @e_Pakistantoday. Politics, conflict, peace & dev in Asia, EU & beyond. Trade, Connectivity, BRI & CPEC my focus.

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China raises additional tariffs to 125% on imported U.S. products

1 week ago | pakistantoday.com.pk | Mian Abrar

BEIJING: China will raise the additional tariffs on products imported from the United States to 125 percent, effective from Saturday, the Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council announced Friday. The announcement follows the U.S. move to raise the “reciprocal tariffs” on Chinese imports to 125 percent.
China, EU vow joint efforts to uphold multilateral trading system

2 weeks ago | pakistantoday.com.pk | Mian Abrar

BEIJING: China and the European Union (EU) vowed to jointly uphold the multilateral trading system with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core, China’s Commerce Ministry said in a statement on Thursday.
China, Bangladesh to elevate bilateral cooperation to new heights

3 weeks ago | pakistantoday.com.pk | Mian Abrar

BEIJING: China is willing to work together with Bangladesh to elevate bilateral cooperation to new heights, bringing greater benefits to the people of both countries, said Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday when meeting with Bangladeshi interim government’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus in Beijing.
Chinese premier calls for stronger China-France cooperation to enhance global stability

4 weeks ago | pakistantoday.com.pk | Mian Abrar

BEIJING: Chinese Premier Li Qiang highlighted the significance of China-France cooperation amid the current global situation, saying it would bring greater stability and certainty to bilateral and global development. Li made the remarks while meeting with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Thursday. Li said that both China and France are staunch advocates of free trade and multilateralism, with deeply intertwined economic interests.
Iranian Ambassador lauds Palestinians for bravely facing Israeli atrocities

4 weeks ago | pakistantoday.com.pk | Mian Abrar

ISLAMABAD: Iranian Ambassador Dr Reza Amiri Moghaddam on Wednesday said that Palestine is passing through a critical phase as US is pressing hard to dislocate Palestinians from Gaza but the brave Palestinians are bravely facing atrocities of the Zionist regime of Israel. He made these remarks at an Iftar dinner hosted by Embassy of Iran to mark the International Quds Day.
Bilateral relations between Uzbekistan and Pakistan to prosper further: Amb Alisher Tukhtayev

1 month ago | pakistantoday.com.pk | Mian Abrar

ISLAMABAD: Ambassador of Uzbekistan Mr Alisher Tukhtayev on Friday said that bilateral relations between Uzbekistan and Pakistan would prosper further and bilateral trade would also set a new record. Addressing the audience at an Iftar dinner hosted by the Uzbekistan Embassy on the occasion of Navruz Holiday, the Ambassador expressed gratitude celebrating Navruz – a festival that symbolizes new beginnings, renewal, and the beauty of nature.
Boao Forum for Asia to commence 2025 conference on March 25

1 month ago | pakistantoday.com.pk | Mian Abrar

BEIJING: The Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2025 will be held from March 25 to 28 in Boao, south China’s Hainan Province, with the theme “Asia in the changing World: Towards a shared Future.”This year’s event will focus on development, foster dialogue, explore innovative formats and value tangible outcomes, all aimed at promoting international development and cooperation, according to BFA’s official website.
China unveils new policy measures to encourage consumption, drive economic growth

1 month ago | pakistantoday.com.pk | Mian Abrar

BEIJING: A new plan to expand consumer spending unveiled on Sunday is expected to encourage consumption and drive economic growth in China. The country has maintained its position as the world’s second-largest consumer and the largest e-commerce market for over a decade.
China floats five-point proposal on Iran’s nuclear issue

1 month ago | pakistantoday.com.pk | Mian Abrar

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning, on Friday said that China believes that a five-pronged plan can lead to the peaceful resolution of Iran’s nuclear issue, calling on relevant parties to abandon pressure and sanctions on Iran. Addressing the media at a press conference on Friday, Mao Ning said that the situation surrounding the Iran nuclear issue is grave, once again reaching a critical crossroads.
China’s top political advisory body to hold annual session from March 4 to 10

1 month ago | pakistantoday.com.pk | Mian Abrar

BEIJING: China’s top political advisory body, the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) National Committee, will hold its annual session from March 4 to 10 in Beijing, a spokesperson for the session said on Monday. The third session of the 14th National Committee of the CPPCC will begin at 3 p.m. on Tuesday and conclude on the morning of March 10, spokesperson Liu Jieyi said at a news conference.