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CHINA |
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Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations Between China and Pakistan — Part-3 |
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PM Shehbaz to undertake official three-day China visit: DPM Dar
https://www.dawn.com/news/1999931/pm-shehbaz-to-undertake-official-three-day-china-visit-dpm-dar |
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Pakistan, China to deepen TVET, digital skills cooperation: Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui |
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Pakistan taps China’s agri model
https://tribune.com.pk/story/2608538/pakistan-taps-chinas-agri-model |
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Pakistan, China strengthen technical education collaboration at TVET Symposium in Beijing |
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Chinese firm to establish digital economy headquarters in Pakistan — PM |
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Pakistan confers Sitara-i-Quaid-i-Azam on Mr Cui Jun, President CEN, China |
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Seminar on “75 Years of Iron-Clad Friendship: Pakistan–China Cooperation in Diplomacy, Security, and Development” |
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Pakistan’s entry into China capital market marks new era of financial cooperation |
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Pakistan, China ink $13bn deals |
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FinMin highlights Pakistan, China ties at bond launch
https://tribune.com.pk/story/2608405/finmin-highlights-pakistan-china-ties-at-bond-launch |
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Pakistan raises $250m equivalent in inaugural Panda bond issuance
https://www.dawn.com/news/2000249/pakistan-raises-250m-equivalent-in-inaugural-panda-bond-issuance |
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PM Shehbaz hails ‘historic’ Pakistan-China ties in meeting with Chinese business delegation |
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14. |
Trump concludes visit to China, says made ‘fantastic trade deals’ with Xi |
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Trump warns Taiwan against declaring independence, hours after summit with China’s Xi |
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Trump’s Beijing visit was more vibes than details. And Xi set the tone
https://edition.cnn.com/2026/05/16/china/xi-trump-china-visit-taiwan-analysis-intl-hnk |
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US says China to buy billions in agricultural goods after Trump-Xi talks |
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Xi, Trump have private meeting in Beijing
http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2026-05/15/content_118496092.html |
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Xi-Trump meeting charts course for constructive strategic stability in China-US ties
http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2026-05/18/content_118499240.html |
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Xi-Trump summit strengthens confidence in global economic recovery
http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2026-05/18/content_118499241.html |
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Xi, Putin send congratulatory letters to 10th China-Russia Expo
http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2026-05/17/content_118498874.html |
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Chinese premier chairs meeting on urban renewal, agriculture, population, basic education
http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2026-05/16/content_118497374.html |
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Chinese premier meets representatives of US business community
http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2026-05/15/content_118495302.html |
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China, US hold candid, in-depth, constructive exchanges in S. Korea on economic, trade issues, practical cooperation
http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2026-05/13/content_118491753.html |
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How smart tech is reshaping China’s sports landscape
http://english.scio.gov.cn/in-depth/2026-05/13/content_118491444.html |
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China-US business cooperation holds vast potential, benefits global economy
http://english.scio.gov.cn/in-depth/2026-05/14/content_118493020.html |
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Chinese youth forge ahead with skills, innovation, entrepreneurship
http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2026-05/13/content_118491358.html |
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China opens global AI education service platform
http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2026-05/13/content_118490896.html |
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US companies expand presence in China amid long-term growth opportunities
http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2026-05/14/content_118493029.html |
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China successfully launches Zhuque-2E Y5 carrier rocket
http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2026-05/14/content_118494369.html |
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CENTRAL ASIA and SCO |
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Women leaders from Central Asia and Azerbaijan gather in Uzbekistan: Five key takeaways on science, leadership, and regional cooperation |
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China-Central Asia forum focuses on promoting human rights progress through high-quality development https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-05-15/China-Central-Asia-human-rights-forum-held-in-Uzbekistan-1Na4XDWoMjC/p.html |
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Kazakhstan Leads Central Asia in Women, Peace and Security Ranking
https://astanatimes.com/2026/05/kazakhstan-leads-central-asia-in-women-peace-and-security-ranking/ |
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Central Asia’s first urban light rail launches operation in Astana, marking a major BRI milestone for China and Kazakhstan |
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Erdoğan visits Astana as Turkey and Central Asia deepen ties amid shifting regional order https://www.euronews.com/2026/05/14/erdogan-visits-astana-as-turkey-and-central-asia-deepen-ties-amid-shifting-regional-order |
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Kazakhstan to Become First Central Asian Country to Launch Artificial Rain Project |
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Central Asia Enters the Minerals Race https://timesca.com/central-asia-enters-the-minerals-race/ |
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Xi, Rahmon vow to deepen China-Tajikistan strategic partnership https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/05/12/xi-rahmon-vow-to-deepen-china-tajikistan-strategic-partnership |
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Uzbek FM lauds Pakistan’s constructive role in mediation, discusses bilateral ties with Dar https://tribune.com.pk/story/2608446/uzbek-fm-lauds-pakistans-constructive-role-in-mediation-discusses-bilateral-ties-with-dar |
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Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine Sign Major TRACECA Deal |
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Secretaries of SCO security councils meet in Bishkek https://qazinform.com/news/secretaries-of-sco-security-councils-meet-in-bishkek-64e7cf |
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Prosecutors General of the SCO Member States hold an online meeting https://eng.sectsco.org/20260514/2309182.html |
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Pakistan calls for stronger SCO legal cooperation against transnational crime |
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Pakistan, Turkmenistan Discuss Expanding Trade, Energy and Regional Connectivity Cooperation https://theeuropetoday.com/2026/05/12/pakistan-turkmenistan-discuss-expanding-trade-energy-and-regional-connectivity-cooperation/ |
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Pakistan’s Orient Petroleum is interested in cooperation with Turkmenistan https://turkmenportal.com/en/news/99500-pakistanskaya-kompaniya-orient-petroleum-zainteresovana-v-sotrudnichestve-s-turkmenistanom |
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Pakistan, Tajikistan stress regional cooperation on climate, water challenges |
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Pakistan explores Central Asia fertilizer imports amid Gulf supply chain disruption https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2643288/pakistan |
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Uzbekistan, Pakistan Launch New Tourism Cooperation Plans
https://caspianpost.com/uzbekistan/uzbekistan-pakistan-launch-new-tourism-cooperation-plans |
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EAST ASIA and ASEAN |
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| 1. | Secretary-General of ASEAN to Undertake Working Visit to Timor-Leste on the sidelines of the 24th anniversary of the Restoration of Independence of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste |
| 2. | 10th Huawei ICT Competition APAC Winners Crowned at ASEAN Headquarters
https://www.huawei.com/en/news/2026/5/ict-competition-apac-final |
| 3. | ASEAN Energy Crisis: From Fossil Frailty To Infrastructure Prowess |
| 4. | Trade minister discusses deeper economic cooperation with ASEAN ambassadors |
| 5. | ASEAN museum leaders discuss AI, cultural partnerships during Korea visit
https://asianews.network/asean-museum-leaders-discuss-ai-cultural-partnerships-during-korea-visit/ |
| 6. | Japan to Use Social Media to Prevent Illegal Employment of Foreign Nationals, Aiming to More Actively Handle Issues
https://japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20260518-328035/ |
| 7. | South Korea: Thousands watch robot monks march through Seoul’s historic streets |
| 8. | Soccer players become first North Korean athletes to visit the South in more than 7 years
https://edition.cnn.com/2026/05/17/asia/north-korea-soccer-visit-intl-hnk |
| 9. | HAVELSAN Eyes Malaysia as Regional Hub for Southeast Asian Defense Expansion |
| 10. | Cambodia, Laos pledge commitment to combat cross-border crimes, scams
https://asianews.network/cambodia-laos-pledge-commitment-to-combat-cross-border-crimes-scams/ |
| 11. | Vietnam and Laos sign culture and tourism cooperation scheme for 2026–2030 https://tvbrics.com/en/news/vietnam-and-laos-sign-culture-and-tourism-cooperation-scheme-for-2026-2030/ |
| 12. | New species of giant dinosaur identified from remains found in Thailand
https://edition.cnn.com/2026/05/15/science/titan-new-dinosaur-discovered-thailand-intl-scli |
| 13. | Thailand and Cambodia are bickering over their borders again. Can diplomacy prevent a return to war? |
| 14. | Supertanker with Iraqi oil heads for Vietnam after hold-up in US blockade
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| 15. | Top N. Korean government official meets Vietnam FM in Pyongyang |
