BEIJING, Dec 17 (APP/DNA):Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, has urged young Pakistani professionals to closely study China’s path of socio-economic development and modernization, and to adapt relevant lessons for Pakistan’s own development priorities.He made these remarks while addressing the opening ceremony of the Young Workers Seminar, graciously hosted by the All-China Federation of Trade Unions (ACFTU), which brought together around 50 young Pakistani professionals from a wide range of institutions.
Ambassador Hashmi noted that as Pakistan and China move toward celebrating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations in 2026, continued engagement of young professionals would play a vital role in further strengthening bilateral ties in the years ahead.
Later, while hosting the young professionals at Pakistan House, Ambassador Hashmi shared his reflections on the significance of their visit at a time when China is transitioning from rapid growth to a phase of high-quality economic development.
He also interacted with them to hear about their experiences and aspirations related to the study and training program, encouraging them to carry back practical and replicable lessons to support Pakistan’s development efforts.
PESHAWAR, Dec 17 (APP):Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Muhammad Suhail Afridi on Wednesday paid a surprise visit to the Zamong Kor Girls Campus and Women Crisis Center, where he met the resident girls, listened to their concerns and issued on-the-spot directives for their immediate resolution.During the visit, the Chief Minister said that the care and protection of children under state guardianship is the constitutional, moral and humanitarian responsibility of the government. Taking notice of complaints about flu among the girls, he immediately summoned doctors and ensured medical examinations on the spot.
He directed the administration to arrange the menu according to the girls’ preferences and to ensure the provision of quality food at all times. Emphasizing the welfare of orphaned and destitute girls, Suhail Afridi stated that their education, training and well-being are among the top priorities of the provincial government.
Keeping in view the cold weather, the Chief Minister also ordered urgent provision of water geysers, heaters, shoes, warm clothes and sweaters. On the girls’ request, he instructed the authorities to provide swings, toys, a computer lab, painting materials and recreational facilities. He further assured that the Zamong Kor school would be upgraded and a new building would be constructed for the girls’ campus.
The Chief Minister said the provincial government is practically implementing the concept of a welfare state in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and institutions like Zamong Kor are a shining example of this vision.
