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China’s May Day holiday showcases economic vitality through tourism boom
By He Yin, People’s Daily During the recent May Day holiday in the first five days of May, bustling crowds filled destinations across China, from the snow-covered landscapes of the north to the waterways of the south, from ancient capitals steeped in history to fast-rising […]
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China’s May Day holiday showcases economic vitality through tourism boom
By He Yin, People’s Daily During the recent May Day holiday in the first five days of May, bustling crowds filled destinations across China, from the snow-covered landscapes of the north to the waterways of the south, from ancient capitals steeped in history to fast-rising […]
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Shenzhen school transforms bird song complaint into valuable life lesson
By Wu Qiqiang, Cheng Yuanzhou, People’s Daily A persistent bird call at a middle school in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, recently sparked a widely discussed life lesson, transforming a student’s frustration into an opportunity for learning about nature and coexistence. The situation began when students at […]
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Pakistan plans Rs 2.8bn leather skills programme to boost exports
ISLAMABAD, Jul 05 (ABC):The government is planning to launch a Rs 2.8 billion Leather Sector Skills Development Programme under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) to modernise training infrastructure, enhance workforce productivity, and strengthen export competitiveness. According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the proposed […]
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Govt targets electrification of over 15,000 villages in FY2026-27
ISLAMABAD, Jul 03 (ABC):Pakistan’s power distribution companies (DISCOs) plan to expand electricity access in FY2026-27 by electrifying 15,327 villages and adding 1,689,849 new consumer connections, with rural access and consumer-base expansion emerging as key targets of the distribution sector plan. According to a document of […]
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Govt plans Rs8.4bn investment to modernise footwear industry
ISLAMABAD, Jul 02 (ABC): The government is set to invest Rs8.4 billion over five years to transform Pakistan’s footwear industry by upgrading the Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design (PIFD) and allied training institutions that currently lack the equipment, modern curricula and international linkages needed […]
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Federal Tax Ombudsman calls out FBR over female taxpayer’s five-year refund delay
ISLAMABAD, July 1 (ABC): The Federal Tax Ombudsman has found serious procedural lapses by tax authorities in a years-old refund case involving an Islamabad woman, declaring the department’s handling of the matter “arbitrary, unjust and oppressive” and directing the Federal Board of Revenue to conclude […]
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Rs 903m invested to strengthen health emergency response in Balochistan
ISLAMABAD, May 31 (ABC): The National Disaster Risk Management Fund (NDRMF) has invested Rs 903 million in strengthening the health emergency response system in Balochistan’s 15 hospitals as part of broader disaster resilience and climate adaptation initiatives in disaster-prone districts. According to the documents available […]
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Pakistan plans export zones, disease-free compartments for livestock exports
ISLAMABAD, May 26 (ABC): Pakistan plans to accelerate livestock exports by establishing dedicated meat processing export zones and disease-free compartments for major animal diseases, as part of broader efforts to modernise one of the country’s fastest-growing economic sectors. Plans are also underway to establish modern […]
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Balochistan projects receives over Rs11bn under PSDP 2025-26
ISLAMABAD, May 26 (ABC): The Finance Division has released Rs11.4 billion for development projects in Balochistan under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) 2025-26, with funds directed towards road infrastructure, urban rehabilitation and water supply schemes. According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan, against the […]
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Pakistan targets 70% edible oil self-sufficiency by 2035
ISLAMABAD, May 25 (ABC): Pakistan has prepared a strategic plan to reduce its dependence on imported edible oil and achieve 70% self-sufficiency by 2035 through expanded local oilseed production and olive cultivation. According to the Ministry of National Food Security and Research’s Year Book 2024-25, […]
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Pakistan Railways set for tech revolution with 1,700km fiber network
ISLAMABAD, May 25 (ABC): Pakistan Railways is set for a major technology-driven transformation as it moves ahead with an ambitious digitization programme involving a 1,700-kilometre fiber optic network and a range of smart railway systems aimed at modernizing operations, freight management and passenger services nationwide. […]
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Pakistan expanding radar network to bring entire country under coverage
ISLAMABAD, May 25 (ABC): Pakistan is expanding and upgrading its weather radar network to bring almost the entire country under radar coverage. Speaking to Wealth Pakistan, a spokesman for the Pakistan Meteorological Department said the PMD is adopting modern radar technology to monitor severe weather […]
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2,200 madrassah students receive technical training by NAVTTC
ISLAMABAD, May 25 (ABC): The National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) has trained more than 2,200 madrassah students under the Prime Minister’s Youth Skills Development Programme (PMYSDP). According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan, a total of 2,480 madrassah students were enrolled in technical […]
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Fudan University delegation visits Pakistan to strengthen education cooperation
By Zhao Yipu Islamabad, (People’s Daily) – A delegation from China’s Fudan University recently conducted a productive education and recruitment tour in Pakistan, underscoring the university’s commitment to deepening academic collaboration with Pakistani partners. Led by Dr. Su Kui, Director of the International Students Office, […]
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Cummins reaps rewards from 50-year partnership with China
By Zhou Zhou, Yu Jinghao, People’s Daily American manufacturer Cummins has cultivated a remarkable half-century partnership with China, evolving from initial technology transfers to establishing joint ventures and now leveraging China-based R&D centers to serve global markets. Over decades of development, Cummins has evolved from […]
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Shared factories boost efficiency, reduce costs in Urumqi, NW China’s Xinjiang
By Li Yanan, People’s Daily At the Lianghe High-end Manufacturing Technology Industrial Park in the Urumqi Economic and Technological Development Zone (Toutunhe District) in Urumqi, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, steel plates move swiftly through intelligent production lines. Here, they are transformed into essential components for […]
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