Xizang's Emerging Modern Industries2026-06-02
The economic narrative of the early 21st century has often focused on the staggering rise of China's coastal megacities, from Shanghai to Shenzhen. Yet, as the country enters the opening year of its 15th Five-Year Plan period spanning from 2026 to 2030, a more profound transformation is occurring far from the coastline. The Xizang Autonomous Region, long viewed through a lens of remote geography and formidable high-altitude challenges, is rapidly rewriting its economic identity. It is transitioning from a traditional, isolated pastoral economy into a modern frontier of innovation-driven, green industrial development.

How Pakistani Pine Nuts Can Win a Bigger Share of China's Premium Nut Market2026-06-02
As China's demand for high-quality and nutritious food products continues to grow, Pakistani pine nuts are emerging as a promising export with significant market potential. Harvested from the pristine mountainous regions of northern Pakistan, these premium nuts are renowned for their rich flavor, high nutritional value, and natural cultivation methods. Despite their superior quality and geographical proximity to China, Pakistani pine nuts currently account for only a modest share of China's rapidly expanding premium nut market.

Pakistani CPEC Official Honored as Jiangsu University Outstanding International Alumnus 20252026-06-02
Dr. Muhammad Muzammil Zia, Project Director and Executive Director of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Secretariat at Pakistan’s Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, has been named one of the 2025 Jiangsu University Outstanding International Alumni, a recognition that underscores the deepening educational and strategic ties between China and Pakistan.

From Balochistan to Zhejiang: A Pakistani Entrepreneur's 16-Year Journey of Trade and Trust in China2026-06-02
For more than 16 years, Shah Nawaz Kakar, CEO of the Hewad Group of Companies, has built his life and career in China. Originally from Quetta, Balochistan, Kakar progressed from a graduate of Zhejiang University to a facilitator of trade between China and Pakistan—a journey that reflects bilateral opportunities and shared prosperity, with Chinese automobiles entering the Pakistani market and chromite from Balochistan reaching Chinese buyers.

Turning a Drainage Ditch into a $70,000 Cash Cow: How a Village on Beijing’s Outskirts Reinvented Itself2026-06-01
In a village 91 kilometers from downtown Beijing, a once-forgotten hamlet surrounded by over 30,000 acres of peach blossoms is reinventing itself. Cafés, glasshouse lounges, book bars, farmers’ markets, and pet-themed playgrounds now line the village lanes.

China, Pakistan to accelerate CPEC 2.0, deepen cooperation in emerging sectors2026-05-27
China and Pakistan agreed to accelerate the development of CPEC 2.0, forge an upgraded bilateral free trade agreement, and explore cooperation in artificial intelligence, digital economy, agriculture and other fields, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning said on Tuesday, following the conclusion of Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s official visit to China from May 23 to 26.

Chinese Culture Exhibition Opens in Lahore to Mark 75 Years of Diplomatic Ties2026-05-27
By Meng Fanrong LAHORE, May 27 (China Economic Net) - An exhibition under the theme “Enduring Culture, Profound Friendship” celebrating Chinese culture opened at the Lahore Museum on May 21, marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Pakistan. The exhibition will remain open to the public for one month. Organized by the Consulate General of China in Lahore, the exhibition features an array of cultural relics reflecting China’s long and storied history alongside a display of traditional arts including tea ceremonies, calligraphy, painting, and costumes. A highlight of the exhibition is a dedicated photo gallery tracing 75 years of friendly exchanges between China and Pakistan, capturing through photographs the moving stories of interactions between leaders and citizens of both nations. The event also featured a display of cultural and creative products from Chinese institutions, including Sichuan Vocational College of Cultural Industries, Xiamen Nanyang University and Suzhou Art & Design Technology Institute, with works that explore the essence of Chinese civilization, integrate local intangible cultural heritage techniques, and blend them with modern creative design.

China-Pakistan Economic and Cultural Exchange Centre Inaugurated in Luoyang2026-05-27
A new milestone in China-Pakistan collaboration was reached on May 23 with the unveiling of the China-Pakistan Economic and Cultural Exchange Centre (CPECEC) in Luoyang, Henan Province. The plaque unveiling ceremony was held at the landmark facility Heluo Post (Heluo Yi).

China, Pakistan Deepen Digital and Industrial Partnership as PM Shehbaz Visits IBI Guolian Gufen Headquarters2026-05-26
China and Pakistan reaffirmed their commitment to deepening economic and technological cooperation during Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif's visit to the headquarters of IBI Guolian Gufen on Tuesday. Both sides highlighted new opportunities under CPEC 2.0 in digital economy, industrial development and youth empowerment.

Pakistan Seeks Stronger Youth, Tech Coop with China: Rana Mashhood2026-05-26
Chairman of Pakistan Prime Minister's Youth Programme Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan during his visit in China alongside Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that Pakistan and China are entering a new phase of cooperation focused on youth development, technology transfer, industrial growth, and technical education, calling the relationship a "window of opportunity" for the younger generations of both countries.

Pakistan, Alibaba Forge Landmark Digital Partnership to Accelerate AI, Cloud & E-Commerce Growth2026-05-25
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif visited the headquarters of Alibaba Group in Hangzhou on Sunday, where he was warmly received by Chairman Joe Tsai. Senior ministers and officials of the Government of Pakistan and top executives of Alibaba Group were also present.

PM Shehbaz Meets Chinese Executives to Promote Investment in Pakistan2026-05-25
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, currently on an official visit to China, met senior executives from several major Chinese companies in Hangzhou on Saturday.

Zhejiang, Punjab Establish Sister-Province Ties, Launch Joint Tech Research Center2026-05-24
Zhejiang, China and Punjab, Pakistan on May 23 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a sister-province relationship aimed at expanding cooperation in trade, investment, technology, agriculture, education and cultural exchanges, while both sides also launched a China-Pakistan Technology Research Center at Hangzhou Normal University.

Pakistan’s Exports to China Jump 47% in First Four Months of 20262026-05-22
Pakistan’s exports to China increased by 46.6 percent during the first four months of 2026, reflecting growing trade activity between the two countries.