Pakistani authorities say the country's largest airport, which was built and funded by Beijing, has become operational in the restive southwest province of Balochistan.

Situated in Balochistan, a province long plagued by insurgency and calls for independence, Gwadar airport aims to bolster connectivity in a strategically important yet volatile area

Pakistan's space agency, the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), successfully launched its first indigenous electro-optical satellite, PRSC-EO1, from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in China,

The high-tech war machine is designed to detect ballistic missiles, stealth aircraft, and other aerial threats easily, allowing India to respond in real time through its air defence systems.

The Gwadar International Airport and the Gwadar deep sea port built in the province under the USD 42 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor project (CPEC) are seen as important for boosting trade an

Shehbaz Sharif said China is Pakistan's exemplary brother who has always played a key role in the country's development. He also commended Minister of Defence and Aviation Khawaja Asif, the Government of Balochistan, security officers, personnel, and military leadership for their tireless efforts in the construction of the airport.

I ndia, which is Pakistan's nuclear-armed rival and neighbor, launched a submarine and two warships on Wednesday, bolstering its defense posture in the Indian Ocean as China continued to expand naval presence far away from its shores in East Asia.

Pakistan Naval personnel carry national flags of participating countries during the opening ceremony of Pakistan Navy's Multinational Exercise AMAN-23 (PEACE), in Karachi, Pakistan, on February 10, 2023. Photo: VCG

Contracts with Chinese power producers have left Pakistan footing a massive bill for inefficient supply – all while electricity shortfalls continue.

This photo taken on Sept 13, 2024 shows a terminal at the New Gwadar International Airport in Gwadar, Pakistan. (Xinhua/Ahmad Kamal) The New Gwadar International Airport, funded a

With China’s growing influence and Pakistan’s modernised fleet, the emerging naval alliance poses a direct challenge to India’s strategic objectives in the Indian Ocean

The airport, equipped with modern facilities, is expected to play a critical role in boosting regional connectivity and strengthening Pakistan's position in global trade and infrastructure development.