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Chinese President Xi Jinping says the country is willing to play a constructive role in restoring peace in the Middle East during a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin (01:01). New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is on an official visit to China (18:46). The United States is threatening a possible travel ban on 36 countries (23:03).
Chinese President Xi Jinping outlines plans for building closer ties with Central Asian countries (00:59). The conflict between Israel and Iran enters a sixth day (17:22). A youth delegation from Taiwan is visiting the Chinese mainland (26:54).
Chinese President Xi Jinping meets counterparts from Central Asian countries ahead of the second China-Central Asia Summit (00:59). An Israeli airstrike hits Iran’s state television broadcaster (14:27). The third China International Supply Chain Expo will be in Beijing in July (37:00).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is in Kazakhstan to attend the second China-Central Asia Summit (00:56). Iran and Israel continue to trade fire with missiles and airstrikes (12:50). The suspect who allegedly shot dead a U.S. democratic lawmaker and her husband in Minnesota is in custody (23:57).
Iran launches drones toward Israeli territory following Israel's attacks on Iran's military and nuclear targets (01:02). A formal investigation into the deadly plane crash in Gujarat, India, is underway (14:30). The fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo features 30 trade and economic events (21:55).
China calls for sound and sustainable economic and trade ties with the United States (01:01). The fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo kicks off in Changsha (08:44). The overnight curfew remains in effect in Los Angeles for another night amid the federal immigration crackdown (19:56).
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng urges the United States to resolve trade disputes with China through dialogue and cooperation (01:03). China is set to begin zero-tariff treatment for 53 African countries (12:03). The mayor of Los Angeles declares a curfew in the downtown area amid clashes between protesters and law enforcement officers over immigration raids (18:03).
China and the U.S. hold fresh trade talks in London (01:01). U.S. law enforcement officers and protesters continue to clash over immigration raids in Los Angeles (11:07). Participants at the UN Ocean Conference call for protections for the marine environments (23:07).
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng meets the U.K. Chancellor of the Exchequer ahead of the first meeting of the China-U.S. economic and trade consultation system (1:01). Tensions in Los Angeles escalate amid protests against U.S. President Donald Trump's deployment of the National Guard (8:23). Participants at the UN Ocean Conference discuss ways to conserve and sustainably use the ocean (25:44).
Chinese President Xi Jinping says dialogue and cooperation are the only correct choice for China and the U.S. during a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump (1:03). UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urges the international community to keep alive the two-state solution amid the humanitarian crisis in Gaza (14:13). Political tensions flare in the Democratic Republic of the Congo as former President Joseph Kabila faces accusations of aiding the M23 rebel group (20:59).
U.S. trade partners criticize Washington's doubling of tariffs on steel and aluminum imports (0:58). Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi calls for healthy and stable relations with Japan (14:49). The 54th World Environment Day has a focus on solutions for plastic pollution (23:27).
Lee Jae-myung takes the oath of office as South Korea's new president (1:07). The U.S. raises tariffs on imported steel and aluminum to 50%, doubling the previous rate (12:39). Gaza Humanitarian Foundation announces temporary closure of its aid distribution centers amid recent chaos (16:10).
Russia and Ukraine make no major breakthrough in their peace talks in Istanbul (1:00). South Koreans head to the polls in a snap presidential election (23:58). China launches an ASEAN Visa for the ten member countries, and for ASEAN observer Timor-Leste (31:37).
People across China celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival with folk activities (03:00). Russian officials say explosions caused the collapse of two bridges and derailed trains in Bryansk and Kursk (13:00). Karol Nawrocki wins Poland's presidential runoff election (22:50).
China is among the more than 30 founding members of the International Organization for Mediation in Hong Kong (1:05). A U.S. federal judge has extended the block on the Trump administration's attempt to bar foreign students from entering Harvard, while a court temporarily reinstated the president's tariffs (11:03). And Israel has approved 22 more settlement sites in the West Bank (25:44).
China has announced projects to help Pacific Island countries to resist climate change over a three-year period (1:05). China says the U.S. announcement to revoke visas for Chinese students is discriminatory (11:51). And China has launched its asteroid sampling Tianwen-2 mission (17:47).
Pacific Island countries attending a ministerial meeting in Xiamen say China treats them as equals and with respect, as they look to expand cooperation (0:58). Hungry Palestinians in Gaza have swarmed a U.S.-backed aid hub in a scene that the United Nations described as heartbreaking (13:17). And the Trump administration is threatening to terminate up to 100 million U.S. dollars of federal contracts with Harvard University (21:46).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has pledged to work with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and the Gulf Cooperation Council on free trade and the implementation of the Global Civilization Initiative (1:02). Some European countries have removed the range limit for weapons supplied to Ukraine, a move that Russia has called dangerous (21:37). And activities marking Jerusalem Day have drawn condemnation from the Israeli opposition and the Palestinian Authority (22:16).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang is in Malaysia to attend the ASEAN-GCC-China Summit after wrapping up an official visit to Indonesia, where he stressed peaceful co-existence and the Bandung Spirit (1:00). Russia and Ukraine have completed the largest prisoner swap in over three years, as they claim drone attacks from each other (11:35). And senior U.S. education insiders warn that the Trump administration's crackdown on international student enrollment is threatening universities beyond Harvard (26:18).
Participants at the China-Central and Eastern European Countries Expo are discovering new opportunities, as they acknowledge China and the event's role in upholding free trade (1:02). U.S. federal authorities have charged the man accused of killing two Israeli embassy staffers with murder (11:51). And nutrition supplies and food aid are among the first items that Gazans have received in 11 weeks (17:05).
The China-CEEC Expo has attracted companies from 14 countries in Central and Eastern Europe, along with several more in Europe that hope to win a share of the Chinese market through this platform (1:03). A gunman shot dead two Israeli embassy staff in Washington (12:45). And China’s Shenzhou-20 crew has completed its first spacewalk outside the Tiangong Space Station (32:03).
On a tour of Henan Province, Chinese President Xi Jinping has emphasized mastering core technologies in manufacturing, preserving cultural heritage, and pursuing high-quality development (1:00). China and ASEAN are targeting the end of the year to sign the 3.0 version of their free trade deal (10:35). And the World Health Assembly has adopted the global pandemic agreement (24:38).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged Henan Province to advance Chinese modernization with high-quality development and efficient governance (31:42). Chinese officials have reiterated the country’s openness to foreign investment (9:49). And Russia and Ukraine have signaled readiness to negotiate for peace, after the leaders spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump (1:00).
China's retail sales expanded 5.1% in April and value-added industrial output grew 6.1%, showing strong momentum despite a challenging external environment (1:00). The foreign ministers of China and Denmark pledge to work together for multilateralism as the two countries mark 75 years of diplomatic ties (11:55). And Israel's military has begun extensive ground operations in Gaza, while allowing in limited amounts of food (20:52).
China and France have expressed readiness to work together to uphold free trade and advance bilateral and China-Europe ties (1:06). Russia and Ukraine have held their first direct talks since March 2022, following a meeting in Istanbul involving officials from Ukraine, Turkiye and the United States (32:46). And U.S. President Donald Trump has announced $200 billion of deals with the UAE before wrapping up his tour in the Middle East (20:23).
China is urging the United States to address trade and economic concerns through dialogue, stressing that Beijing remains open to talks (1:01). The Russian and U.S. presidents have decided to skip talks with Ukraine in Istanbul (12:42). And Syria's interim leader has welcomed the U.S. president's decision to lift sanctions, while the Middle East expects Donald Trump to use his trip to the region to help bring peace (23:24).
China and Colombia have signed a cooperation plan under the Belt and Road Initiative (1:05). The Chinese mainland has called on people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait to work together to uphold national dignity (14:09). U.S. President Donald Trump has signed billions of dollars of deals during his ongoing trip in the Middle East (21:50).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for promoting peace and unity as he opened a forum between China and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (1:05). Many world leaders are speaking highly of the recent trade meeting between China and the U.S. in Geneva (18:03). Hamas has released an Israeli-American hostage after 19 months (24:42).
China and the United States have agreed to remove most of the tariffs on each other's goods following high-level talks in Geneva (1:03). The upcoming fourth ministerial meeting of the China-CELAC forum will see the adoption of several documents on cooperation (10:18). A ceasefire between India and Pakistan is underway, though the two countries have traded accusations of violations (24:32).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has attended a parade in Moscow marking the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Great Patriotic War in which the PLA Honor Guard took part (1:08). Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng begins a visit to Switzerland on Friday and will meet with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent (11:38). And the U.S. reached a trade deal with Britain, the first since Washington announced sweeping global tariffs (19:08).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed readiness to work with Russia to safeguard the authority of the United Nations, and defend the rights and interests of developing countries (0:59). China expects its new legislation on supporting the private sector to encourage fair competition and healthy growth (10:55). And Pakistan says India will bear the repercussions of recent missile attacks, as India carries out nationwide defense drills (23:58).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has noted the importance of maintaining a correct view on the history of World War II, and urged Beijing and Moscow to safeguard the post-war international order and promote globalization (08:48). Major Chinese financial institutions are lowering rates and rolling out supportive policies to stabilize the economy (03:22). And Pakistan and India have fired at each other in an escalation of regional tensions (18:17).
China and the European Parliament have agreed to lift all restrictions on exchanges as Beijing and the EU mark 50 years of diplomatic ties (01:00). A Russian presidential special representative says the friendship between the leaders of China and Russia is the cornerstone of joint development (05:17). And foreign visitors have enjoyed visa-free travel and immediate tax refunds in China during the May Day holiday (12:59).
Russian President Vladimir Putin says relations with China bring stability to a tumultuous world as he prepares to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping for a state visit (01:01). Chinese people are showing new interests and following new trends with the way they spend the May Day holiday (07:12). And Israel is threatening a strong response as the Houthi group announces missile attacks on Israeli airports (18:34).
China's commerce ministry says it is assessing the possibility of trade talks with the United States after Washington expressed willingness to negotiate (01:06). China's top economic regulator is moving to implement the country's new private sector promotion law (36:55). And U.S. President Donald Trump has removed National Security Adviser Mike Waltz in the first major shake up of his administration since taking office in January (19:19).
Chinese people are going on immersive tours and finding in-depth travel experiences over the May Day holiday (01:02). South Korea's Supreme Court has overturned presidential front runner Lee Jae-myung's acquittal for violating the election law (11:58). And the U.S. quarterly GDP has dipped to its lowest rate since 2022 (16:19).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is stressing efforts to adapt to the changing environment and scientifically plan for social and economic development goals for the 15th Five Year Plan (01"02). Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has joined his counterparts from BRICS countries in backing a statement by chair Brazil on opposing protectionism (11"56). And China's Shenzhou-19 mission is a success with the safe return of the astronauts (15"28).
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has stressed multilateralism and free trade at a BRICS meeting in Brazil (01:05). The American public has complained about U.S. economic policies barely 100 days after President Donald Trump began his second term in office (12:17). And Canadians have voted to keep Mark Carney as prime minister amid threats from the United States (16:11).
Chinese authorities say they are confident in reaching development targets with policies to stabilize jobs, support foreign trade and boost consumption (01:00). China's top legislature is pushing for a bill to support the country's private economy (39:03). And Iran is mourning the victims of a port blast as authorities deny links with the defense sector (13:57).
China's top leadership has pledged to support companies severely impacted by tariffs, along with measures to boost consumption and expand opening up (01:10). China has once again denied tariff negotiations with the U.S. and called on Washington not to create confusion (01:55). And China’s Shenzhou-20 mission is taking zebra fish experiments in space one step further by studying bone loss and cardiovascular regeneration (12:47).
China and Kenya have announced the elevation of ties to a Community with a Shared Future in the New Era, and agreed to set up an example for China-Africa relations (01:01). China's Tiangong Space Station is welcoming a new three-member crew after the successful launch of the Shenzhou-20 mission (07:22). And China says there are no tariff talks with the U.S., denying Washington’s claims that the two sides will reach a deal soon (12:00).
China and Azerbaijan have agreed to elevate ties and exempt visas during a state visit of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev (01:02). A new three-member crew will head to China's Tiangong Space Station on Thursday for tasks including science experiments and spacewalks (01:57). And the International Monetary Fund has downgraded growth forecasts for the world and major economies as U.S. tariffs loom over global trade (12:48).
The International Monetary Fund/World Bank Spring Meetings have opened amid market turmoil stirred up by U.S. tariffs (01:01). Wall Street and the dollar plunged as investor confidence falters in the face of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and his attacks against the Federal Reserve chair (37:21). And the presidents of Kenya and Azerbaijan are paying state visits to China starting Tuesday (15:26).
Foreign and defense ministers from China and Indonesia have discussed political security and defense cooperation at the first "2+2 dialogue (01:06)." China says it will counter any tariffs deal that the United States makes at Beijing's expense (05:40). And China has pledged visa-free transit and payment convenience among other measures to accelerate the opening-up of its service sector (38:31).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has concluded his state visits in three Southeast Asian countries, after meeting Cambodian leaders and pledging to build an all-weather community with a shared future in the new era (01:08). The IMF warns that U.S. tariffs will weaken the global economy and trigger inflation (15:40). Ukraine says it has signed a memorandum on a minerals deal with Washington (22:33).
Chinese President Xi Jinping says China-Cambodia relations remain rock solid, and he looks forward to deepening cooperation (01:08). China says it will pay no attention to the U.S. tariff numbers game but will defend national interests (10:47). And the China International Consumer Products Expo in Hainan is advocating sustainability (17:35).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is calling for efforts from China and Malaysia to build a high-level strategic community with a shared future in his talks with Malaysia's king and prime minister (01:07). China posted a GDP growth of 5.4% in Q1, setting up a good foundation for the yearly target of around 5% (13:21). And the Hainan Free Trade Port is showing its attractiveness for global carmakers through the China International Consumer Products Expo in Hainan (16:08).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has met Vietnamese leaders and called on the two countries to pursue high-quality development, modernization, and a community with a shared future (01:03). The Chinese president has pledged closer ties with Malaysia and ASEAN (10:30). And China's cross border trips increased by more than 15% in the first quarter (13:13).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged to work with Vietnam to deepen ties for the benefit of both countries and the world (01:04). China's foreign trade showed resilience in Q1, rising 1.3% (38:27). And China's box office this year is currently topping the world with around 3.4 billion U.S. dollars (52:40).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged to work with Spain and the European Union to safeguard the global trade environment during a meeting with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez (01:11). China raises tariffs to 125% on U.S. goods and will not make further responses to tariff hikes by Washington (11:30). Former South Korean leader Yoon Suk Yeol has left the presidential residence after his impeachment and removal from office (25:44).
China's commerce ministry and foreign ministry have reiterated the country's call for dialogue to resolve differences on tariffs, and its determination to protect national interests (01:05). Germany's Union bloc and Social Democrats have secured a deal for a coalition government (14:09). China and Spain are seeking closer ties during a visit by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez (21:23).
China's white paper on trade and economic ties with the United States criticizes Washington for its global tariffs, while urging dialogue to resolve differences (01:00). The United Nations chief has rejected an Israeli proposal to control aid deliveries to Gaza (15:44). And sales revenue in Chinese manufacturing continued growth, increasing 4.8% in Q1 (44:15).
Chinese authorities have expressed determination to protect the country's interests in the face of U.S. tariff threats, calling them an act of bullying and protectionism (01:02). Protesters doubt if the meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump will help reach a hostage release deal (15:20). And South Korea has confirmed June 3 as the date for the next presidential election (22:36).
U.S. tariffs have sent Asian stock markets tumbling as they continue to spark opposition (01:03). A new trend offering immersive experiences emerged in Chinese shopping centers during the Qingming Festival holiday (15:38). Towns in the U.S. Midwest and South are submerged after days of rain that triggered more flood alerts (21:33).
South Korea will hold snap elections within 60 days after the Constitutional Court voted unanimously to remove impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol from office (01:05). Canada and Mexico have vowed to protect their industries after U.S. auto tariffs took effect (14:56). And Friday marks the beginning of the Qingming Festival holiday in China, a time for people to honor their ancestors and make short trips (09:03).
U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs has drawn global opposition, with China and other trading partners vowing to act to protect interests (01:02). China has delivered new aid supplies to assist earthquake relief in Myanmar (13:27). And Denmark’s prime minister has visited Greenland to reaffirm support amid U.S. pressure to control the island (21:56).
China and Russia have reaffirmed ties during Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit, as the two countries mark 80 years since the Allied victory in World War II (01:06). Chinese teams are disinfecting earthquake-affected areas in Myanmar to reduce the risk of diseases amid high temperatures (09:02). And the world is bracing for new U.S. tariffs, as many trading partners vow to come up with countermeasures (17:27).
The Chinese People's Liberation Army Eastern Theater Command has carried out drills around Taiwan in a stern warning to separatist forces (01:03). Chinese rescuers are not giving up on finding earthquake survivors in Myanmar while people in the affected areas cope with a shortage of resources (10:23). And French far-right leader Marine Le Pen says she will appeal after a court found her guilty of embezzlement (24:12).
About 400 Chinese experts, responders and medics are in Myanmar to assist rescue and relief efforts following the earthquake that killed over 2,000 people including three Chinese nationals (05:17). Washington and Tehran are warning each other of severe consequences over disagreements on the nuclear deal (17:00). And China’s manufacturing picked up pace in March (37:38).
The Chinese president has told international business leader that the country will remain a safe and promising investment destination (10:14). Myanmar is reporting many casualties after a powerful earthquake that rattled buildings more than a thousand kilometers from the epicenter (01:08). The worst wildfires in living memory in South Korea have killed at least 28 people in the southeast of the country (17:40).
Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang has called for building the Asian community and creating a better future for Asia and beyond (01:05). Wall Street stocks took a tumble after Washington's latest tariff announcement on all imported cars (08:54). U.S. lawmakers have been questioning top officials in the Trump administration about the Signal app security leak scandal (18:09).
The Boao Forum in southern China has examined how to strike a balance between AI application and governance (01:07). Days of talks in Saudi Arabia on a possible ceasefire in Ukraine have ended without a joint statement (10:11). The U.S. National Security Advisor has taken full responsibility for an embarassing security leak involving attack plans in Yemen (22:29).
The Boao Forum in southern China says Asia remains a significant driver of the global economy amid mounting global challenges (01:03). Russia and the U.S. have concluded another round of talks focusing on achieving a ceasefire on the Black Sea (11:38). China, together with global industry experts, warns that Washington's proposed port fees on Chinese ships will disrupt global supply chains
(20:33).
International enterprises at the China Development Forum have underscored the attractiveness and huge potential of China's economy (01:07). Washington is considering port fees for Chinese ships and fleets using ships made in China (13:37). U.S. and Russian authorities have held another round of talks in Saudi Arabia discussing Ukraine and other issues (21:08).
On the annual International Day of Forests, we examine China's efforts on conservation over the years(1:06). Yemen's Houthi group has launched a ballistic missile attack on Tel Aviv(12:20). Donald Trump's tariff polices are threatening to derail the global economy(20:40).
Chinese President Xi Jinping stresses that the cultural and tourism industry should follow a path of sustainable and healthy development (30:58).The Ukrainian president says a halt to strikes on energy infrastructure in its conflict with Russia could be done quickly (01:01). China is levying reciprocal tariffs on several categories of Canadian goods entering the country (18:22).
China marks the 14th anniversary of a freight service connecting with Europe (22:59). Russia agrees to halt attacks on energy infrastructure in Ukraine following a call between Putin and Trump (01:05). Israel warns of more attacks in Gaza after airstrikes that have killed over 400 people in the enclave in recent days (12:12).
Thousands of Yemenis have taken to the streets to protest Washington's airstrikes that caused over a hundred casualties (07:27). Health authorities in Gaza say new Israeli strikes in the enclave have killed hundreds of people (01:06). Canada's Prime Minister says the country is responding to U.S. tariffs by turning to its "reliable" European partners (13:21).
Beijing has announced a slew of measures to boost consumption, as it moves to make domestic demand the main engine and anchor of economic growth (05:01). The Houthi group in Yemen has vowed retaliation after the latest U.S. strikes on its targets (12:00). Wall Street remains on edge over fears of a recession and the growing uncertainty stemming from the Trump administration (24:34).
China, Russia and Iran highlighted the necessity to terminate all unlawful and unilateral sanctions around Tehran’s nuclear program, as their diplomats met in Beijing (01:15). Russian President Vladimir Putin says he is in favor of the U.S.-proposed ceasefire plan with Ukraine, but more details need to be worked out (10:18). Donald Trump has threatened 200-percent tariffs on European alcohol products (20:31).
Canada and the EU have announced retaliatory tariffs on the U.S., with many other major trading partners vowing similar moves against Washington (01:10). Russian authorities say they want more details before responding to the 30-day ceasefire proposal with Ukraine (12:35). China says it will open its markets further despite increasing trade headwinds from other nations (22:27).
Washington's 25-percent, "no exceptions" tariffs on steel and aluminum products have taken effect, prompting fear and concern from the international community(1:07). Ukraine says it is ready to accept a U.S. proposal for a 30 day ceasefire following talks in Saudi Arabia(16:00). China's plan for economic and social development in 2025 places emphasis on continued opening-up(21:19).
China has concluded its annual political season, passing key national economic and social development plans for the year ahead and beyond (01:08). China's rising dominance in the field of artificial intelligence was a major theme at the Two Sessions meetings (09:42). Officials from Ukraine and the U.S. are meeting in Saudi Arabia to seek a way to end Ukraine's conflict with Russia (16:33).
China's top political advisors have concluded their annual session after approving many national development recommendations (01:10).Top lawmakers in China say promotion of the private sector will continue to be crucial for development and tech innovation (15:51). Israel has cut electricity in Gaza to put pressure on Hamas to release more hostages, a move which Hamas calls a blackmail attempt (22:43).
Huang Chengde has conducted field trips along the Yellow River nearly every year since 1997. From the river source to its estuary, he’s explored almost every part of the river and encouraged many people to join him in the collective effort to protect the Yellow River.
The Chinese FM reaffirms Beijing’s commitment to peaceful development and pledges to provide certainty in an uncertain world(1:04). Artificial intelligence and smart solutions are reshaping China’s senior care industry(12:47). The U.S. president has suspended his 25-percent tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico, at least temporarily(21:36).
Hongguang New Village is one of a dozen settlements located at the mouth of the Yellow River. In this episode, we get a glimpse of how lives have been changing in places where fishing is still very much alive against the backdrop of a world of digital transformation.
China says it is fully confident in achieving the economic growth target of around five percent as there is solid foundation and support for the economy(1:12). Trade tensions are a major topic at the Two Sessions meetings in Beijing, with experts saying China is resilient and can navigate these challenges(11:18). The World Trade Organization says Canada has formally requested a hearing regarding U.S. tariffs enacted this week(19:39).
Deep in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau, children from herders’ families lead a life far different from the tech-linked world. At an altitude of 4,500 meters above sea level, and with winter temperatures dropping to minus 40 degrees Celsius, the teachers and students there strive for their dreams with love, resilience, and devotion.
China has set its GDP growth target for this year at around five percent, as the country’s national legislature started its annual session in Beijing (1:06). Chinese authorities at the local level are ramping up efforts to help businesses expand globally (11:17). Beijing has put levies on many U.S. goods in response to Washington’s latest tariffs targeting China (19:00).
The Mu Us Desert, one of the four major deserts along the Yellow River, was once a lifeless expanse. Now, it’s turning green, thanks to decades-long efforts by the locals to combat desertification. In this episode, we meet a centenarian who spent his life planting trees in Jingbian, the first county in Shaanxi Province to stop discharging silt into the Yellow River.
The NPC spokesperson says China has a huge market and a complete industrial system, ensuring sufficient flexibility to navigate various risks and challenges (05:02). The “Two Sessions” have drawn attention from thousands of journalists from home and abroad (10:30). China has responded to U.S. tariffs that took effect on Tuesday with retaliatory levies of up to 15 percent on a range of American goods (20:05).
For centuries, the middle reaches of the Yellow River have served as a vital waterway linking central and northern China. But with the development of road transport, the Yellow River's role as a transportation artery faded into history. In this episode, we visit an ancient ferry port along the river and explore the lives of the boatmen’s descendants.
Foreign business leaders and politicians say the upcoming "Two Sessions" meetings will give a window into China's development trajectory (01:05). The Ukrainian president has said the mineral deal with the United States is “ready” for signing despite his public row with the Trump administration (15:05). Israel has halted the flow of aid into the Gaza Strip, as a standoff over the next steps of a truce with Hamas escalates (25:34).
China has vowed a swift reaction if the U.S. goes ahead with more tariffs on Chinese goods (23:42). The Central Committee of China's CPC Political Bureau has reviewed a draft of the government work report ahead of the annual "Two Sessions" meetings (01:06). The U.S. and Ukrainian presidents will meet to sign a deal on Ukraine's minerals and rare earth resources (13:41).
China's foreign minister has met with his New Zealand counterpart, calling on the two sides to keep their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership on the right path (01:08). Ukraine's parliament has approved an agreement with the United States regarding minerals that are critical for technology (10:08). Chengdu's low-altitude economy is improving rural medical care and boosting tourism (21:12).
British PM Keir Starmer has pledged to up his country's defense spending ahead of a trip to Washington (08:47). The U.S. and Ukraine have reportedly agreed on a deal involving Ukraine's mineral resources (01:04). Hamas says it has reached a deal with Israel to end a standoff over their prisoner swap deal (15:16).
The Chinese president has held phone talks with his Russian counterpart, with the two sides reaffirming friendship and support for common development (01:03). Israel is expanding its military operations in the West Bank, the first time since 2002 (11:24). China is preparing for its annual political season featuring meetings of the top legislature and the political advisory body (23:37).
China has released this year's No. 1 Central Document, introducing New Quality Productive Forces in agriculture for the first time (01:03). Feb. 24, 2025 marks three years of conflict between Russia and Ukraine (08:55). Germany's conservatives have won the country's general election (24:44).
At a G20 meeting in South Africa, the Chinese foreign minister has called for joint efforts to build a safer world (01:00). World economies are bracing for the effects of US tariffs (17:09). China's "Science and Technology Backyard" program aims to boost development in rural areas (22:30).
The Russian president says troops have retaken territory in the Kursk region that had been occupied by Ukraine, but Kyiv has rejected the claim (01:05). Hamas has proposed an exchange of all remaining hostages and prisoners for the next phase of the ceasefire with Israel (12:25). China is gearing up for the annual political meetings known as the "Two Sessions." (21:14)
Presiding over a UN Security Council meeting, the Chinese foreign minister has called for a more fair and equitable global governance system (01:04). U.S. and Russian officials have held talks in Saudi Arabia on the Ukraine issue and bilateral ties (09:12). Enthusiasm in China's private sector is growing after President Xi Jinping's address to a symposium in Beijing (21:49).
Israel is working on retrieving more hostages from Hamas, as the conflict in Gaza reaches 500 days (26:58). The Chinese president has urged the country's private sector to seize opportunities and help drive China's modernization (01:05). The American and Russian foreign ministers are meeting in Saudi Arabia to discuss fractured bilateral ties and the situation in Ukraine (14:50).
The Chinese president has delivered a speech at a symposium in Beijing on the development of the country's private enterprises (01:03). A very tense edition of the Munich Security Conference has wrapped up in Germany, with global opinion divided on a host of issues (09:13). Israel's security cabinet is set to discuss the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire, as U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits the region (20:24).
On the final day of the Asian Winter Games, Team China continues to lead the medal tally with over 30 golds (21:38). China and the UK have revived talks with meetings in London after years of diplomatic tensions (01:00). The U.S. has announced reciprocal tariffs on all countries with trade levies on American goods (09:12).
Canada and the European Union are looking to strengthen trade ties, in response to U.S. tariffs and trade issues(13:30). Donald Trump says he has reached an agreement with his Russian counterpart regarding peace negotiations in Ukraine (01:03). China continues to dominate the medal count on the penultimate day of the Asian Winter Games in Harbin (21:04).
Leaders from all over the world are criticizing the Trump administration's newly proposed 25 percent tariffs on steel and aluminum (01:06). Israel is threatening to restart the war in Gaza if Hamas doesn't release more hostages this weekend (11:08). Team China continues to take home the gold at the Asian Winter Games in Harbin as the country celebrates Lantern Festival (20:29).
China has unveiled an action plan to expand and improve senior-friendly train services to create more inclusive and enjoyable travel experiences for the elderly (36:59). The U.S. president has signed an executive order raising tariffs on all steel and aluminum coming into the country (01:02). The Gaza ceasefire appears to be in jeopardy as Israel and Hamas trade accusations (10:37).
China's countermeasures against increased U.S. tariffs have taken effect (01:04). An Israeli delegation has arrived in Doha for another round of ceasefire talks involving Hamas (06:40). World leaders and tech experts have gathered in Paris for talks on the future of artificial intelligence (22:00).
Chinese President Xi Jinping said Harbin will present a sports event with Chinese characteristics and elements of various Asian cultures, speaking ahead of the opening of the Asian Winter Games (00:59). The UN says the crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is getting worse as rebels advance across the country (12:33). US allies under the threat of American tariffs are seeking new trade partners (21:09).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has been hosting World leaders in Beijing and will see more ahead of the Asian Winter Games opening ceremony in Harbin on Friday (01:51). Leaders from all over the World are condemning the U.S. plan to expel Palestinians from Gaza (09:53). And China has a new highest-grossing film of all time (53:02).
China is among countries opposing forced resettlement of the Palestinian people after U.S. President Donald Trump vowed to take over Gaza (07:01). China's expanded trade-in subsidy policy for consumer goods fueled a surge in digital product and home appliance sales over the Spring Festival holiday (38:09). China's Spring Festival film season has set new records, with box office revenue reaching more than 10 billion yuan (53:28).
China has announced tariffs on coal, LNG, and vehicles from the United States in response to U.S. tariff hikes on imports from China (01:10). Chinese moviegoers have set new records in box office and cinema visits (12:08). And Harbin is all set to host the Winter Asian Games (17:59).
China’s total box office revenue so far this year has topped 10 billion yuan and surpassed North America to become the world’s largest film box office market (01:15). Harbin has hosted the torch relay for the Asian Winter Games along a historical and cultural route (07:25). And Canada has announced a list of goods subject to tariffs on U.S. imports while Mexico has vowed retaliation following Washington's imposition of 25% tariffs on its major trade partners (14:37).
Chinese New Year celebrations are in full swing, with people from all over the world participating (04:09). A mid-air collision just miles from the White House between a passenger jet and a military helicopter has claimed many lives (08:28). Israel and Hamas begin another swap of prisoners for hostages (21:15).
Celebrations are underway across China on the first day of Year of the Snake (1:03). Qatar confirms Gaza Ceasefire progress, preparing for the next phase of talks (15:37). Trump’s order to pause all federal funding is meeting opposition (23:00).
It is Chinese New Year's Eve and people across the country are celebrating as they prepare to usher in the Year of the Snake (01:08). Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians are now returning to their homes in northern Gaza as a ceasefire holds (15:09). The U.S. has pulled back on its threats of tariffs targeting Colombia after the two countries reached an agreement (23:33).
A festive atmosphere is sweeping across China as the country prepares to usher in the Year of the Snake this week(1:06). Lebanon says it will adhere to the ceasefire with Israel at least until the new deadline of February 18th(18:10). Rebels in the Democratic Republic of the Congo say they have captured Goma, the largest city in the east of the country(24:09).
China and Nauru are marking the first anniversary of the resumption of diplomatic ties(1:07). U.S. President Donald Trump says in a virtual speech to the Davos meeting that his government looks forward to getting along with China(10:10). UN Security Council members discuss the plight of children in Gaza(17:52).
The UN chief has issued a stark warning for humanity in his speech at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos(1:08). China plans to promote the modernization of agriculture and rural areas to a new stage by 2027(9:24). The South Korean president has attended the fourth hearing of his impeachment trial(19:20).
At the Davos meeting in Switzerland, Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang calls for a multilateral effort to promote open and inclusive development(1:04). The WHO expresses regret over the U.S. withdrawal from the organization(8:42). A fire at a ski resort in Turkiye has killed 76 people(19:30).
U.S. President Donald Trump has reversed several of his predecessor's executive orders following the inauguration(1:05). Rescue and relief efforts are underway in Taiwan after a 6.2-magnitude earthquake(13:59). The South Korean president has attended the third hearing of his impeachment trial(20:27).
Israel and Hamas complete the first swap of prisoners and hostages under the ceasefire deal(1:05). TikTok restores services in the U.S. after President-elect Donald Trump said he would reinstate the app's access after he returns to the White House(17:35). The Myanmar government and the Kokang armed group reach a formal ceasefire agreement under China’s mediation(31:52).
Data shows that China’s economy expanded by five percent in 2024, meeting its growth target(1:13). Disaster relief runs smoothly in China’s quake-hit Xizang(9:36). South Korea’s anti-corruption agency is filing a request to extend the detention of the impeached president(22:38).
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a Gaza ceasefire deal that will take effect on Sunday(1:05). Disaster relief efforts continue in China's Xizang region after last week's 6.8-magnitude earthquake(13:08). Search teams are looking for human remains from the site of the deadly wildfires that broke out in Los Angeles over a week ago(25:47).
South Korea's anti-corruption agency has arrested impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol (1:05). Disaster relief efforts continue in China's Xizang region a week after a 6.8-magnitude earthquake (8:05). China records over 170-million trips on the first day of the annual Spring Festival travel rush (18:31).
China's Xizang region has recorded the strongest aftershock yet after last week's deadly earthquake (01:02). The president of Sri Lanka is now in China for a state visit (09:40). China's annual Spring Festival travel rush is now officially underway (16:02).
China's Xizang region has mourned the victims of last week's deadly 6.8-magnitude earthquake (01:06). Local authorities have confirmed that the ravaging wildfires in Los Angeles have killed 24 people (13:55). Official data shows that China's imports and exports of goods reached a record high in 2024 (37:17).
Rescue work and resettlement efforts continue in China's Xizang region following a deadly earthquake(01:09). The Chinese foreign minister says the country’s ties with Nigeria serve as a model for solidarity and cooperation among countries of the Global South(11:51). A UN report predicts that the world economy will grow 2.8 percent in 2025(21:38).
Rescuers in China's Xizang region continue to search for quake survivors and relocate others from their damaged homes(01:04). The Chinese foreign minister says China stands ready to work with Chad to promote the development of bilateral ties(11:53). Firefighters in Los Angeles are battling to contain raging blazes in the city(26:40).
Rescuers continue to search for trapped survivors a day after a 6.8-magnitude earthquake jolted China's Xizang region(01:05). The Chinese foreign minister has vowed to enhance international cooperation with Africa(12:19). The California governor has declared a state of emergency amid a fast-moving wildfire(22:49).
Rescuers are searching for survivors after a 6.8-magnitude earthquake in China's Xizang Autonomous Region(01:03). The Canadian prime minister has announced he is stepping down(12:23). China's top economic regulator has released a guideline for building a unified national market(38:09).
The leaders of China and Botswana have exchanged congratulations on 50 years of diplomatic ties(01:02). The Israeli military has ramped up airstrikes on Gaza amid revived negotiations in Doha aimed at halting the 15-month conflict(18:02). A delegation led by the president of Peru's Congress is visiting China(23:58).
South Korean investigators have halted efforts to execute the arrest warrant against impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol (1:03). China's top economic officials highlight the country's achievements in 2024 and outline their blueprint for this year (13:13). The United Nations Security Council has welcomed five new non-permanent members for the 2025-26 term (19:30).
U.S. authorities are investigating two deadly incidents on New Year's Day which killed 16 people (01:05). Emergency relief supplies from China have arrived in Vanuatu to support the quake-hit country's disaster relief efforts (08:40). Palestinians in Gaza have ushered in 2025 amidst renewed casualties from Israeli attacks across the territory (16:18).
Celebrations in China and around the world have welcomed 2025, with thousands gathering at Beijing's Tian'anmen Square for a flag-raising ceremony (10:33). Panama has celebrated the 25th anniversary of taking control of the Panama Canal from the United States (35:57). The WTO is marking the 30th anniversary of its official commencement (37:38).
A South Korean court has issued a warrant to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol and search the presidential residence(00:59). China vows to promote the high-quality development of the water conservancy sector for national water security(07:54). UN humanitarians warn that Israel’s attacks in Gaza are dismantling the very means of survival in the strip(16:55).
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 100(01:01). The South Korean Transport Ministry says it will inspect all Boeing planes in the country of the same model that crashed on Sunday(07:10). China has released the first report on the progress of the scientific research and application in China's space station(31:49).
Chinese officials say the results of the country's fifth national economic census reflect efforts to strive for high-quality development with innovative approaches(01:01). Yemen's Houthi group has vowed to launch retaliatory attacks on Israeli cities following Israeli airstrikes on Yemen's capital and the Red Sea port city of Hodeidah(10:14). The South Korean National Assembly has voted in favor of impeaching acting President Han Duck-soo(20:50).
The Chinese president has signed orders to enact three laws concerning value-added tax, supervision, and the popularization of science and technology(01:02). People in Indonesia’s Aceh province have commemorated the 20th anniversary of a devastating tsunami(20:51). Results of China’s fifth national economic census show that the country’s economy has achieved progress while maintaining stability over the past five years(31:00).
Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya is visiting China and has spoken with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi(00:59). Syria's interim foreign minister has vowed to prioritize serving the people(09:16). An Azerbaijani passenger plane has crashed near the Kazakh city of Aktau(17:19).
Chinese lawmakers are deliberating a draft of the country’s first law specifically focusing on the development and protection of the private sector(01:06). Israeli and Palestinian officials say they are coming closer to a ceasefire deal, but crucial differences are yet to be resolved(12:19). The suspect accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has pleaded not guilty to charges of terrorism and murder(19:49).
Chinese lawmakers are reviewing a draft national park law(01:03). Hamas and two other Palestinian factions say a truce with Israel is closer than ever(12:23). 2024 has seen elections taking place in over 70 countries and regions, with nearly half of the global population heading to the polls(21:59).
The Chinese president says “one country, two systems” is a sound policy that must be adhered to(01:02). The UN chief says Syria and its people are in a moment of history and opportunity(10:32). The U.S. House of Representatives has failed to pass a new Republican spending bill, leaving lawmakers only a day to approve new funding to avert a government shutdown(25:30).
Macao has become an important platform connecting Portuguese-speaking countries and the Chinese mainland(06:05). The UN Security Council has held a meeting on the conflict between Hamas and Israel(16:43). Participants at the 2024 Beijing Forum on Swift Response to Public Complaints has discussed urban services and public participation(22:15).
The Chinese president says the future of Macao will be better as long as the institutional strength of the “One Country, Two Systems” policy is given full play(01:04). China has expressed readiness to play a constructive role in helping Syria achieve peace and restore stability as soon as possible(09:51). The 2024 Beijing Forum on Swift Response to Public Complaints is underway in the Chinese capital(20:44).
Macao has registered continued growth in trade with the Chinese mainland since its return to the motherland 25 years ago(01:00). German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has lost a vote of confidence in the lower house of parliament(08:52). China has further relaxed its visa-free transit policy by extending the permitted stay for eligible foreign travelers to 240 hours(37:59).
An area on the Chinese mainland adjacent to Macao helps with the development of the special administrative region (03:32). South Korea's constitutional court says it will hold its first preparatory hearing on the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol on December 27th (16:05). China's key economic indicators for November and the first 11 months of the year show a steady recovery (37:59).
China has marked the National Memorial Day for the victims of the Nanjing Massacre which took place 87 years ago (01:06). South Korea's parliament advances the time to vote on the second impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk-yeol (12:45). China says it is open to engaging with the new U.S. administration's economic and trade team (41:15).
Chinese officials say the South-to-North Water Diversion Project plays an important role in optimizing the country's water resource allocation (09:24). South Korea's opposition parties submit a second impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk-yeol over his martial law declaration (11:50). The UN General Assembly overwhelmingly adopts a non-binding resolution demanding an immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire in Gaza (25:56).
South Korean lawmakers are set to vote on a second impeachment motion against the country's president this weekend(01:05). Three giant pandas born at Belgium's Pairi Daiza zoo return to China(20:05). China has integrated into the global economy since it joined the WTO 23 years ago(37:37).
The Chinese president says the country will continue to play its role as the biggest engine of world economic growth(01:04). Israel expands its military operation in Syria following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s government, sparking condemnation from many other countries(12:59). The South Korean parliament passes a resolution to immediately arrest President Yoon Suk-yeol(24:38).
Syrian rebels seize Damascus, the capital, forcing President Bashar al-Assad to seek asylum in Russia(01:06). South Korean authorities order an overseas travel ban on President Yoon Suk-yeol(16:28). China's e-commerce logistics expand into rural areas, driving agricultural consumption and boosting local incomes(39:37).
The leader of South Korea's ruling party warns of dire consequences if President Yoon Suk-yeol remains in office(01:08). UNESCO adds three more items from China to its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity(10:36). China now has over 4.1 million 5G base stations(45:33).
South Korea’s opposition is preparing to vote on a motion to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol, while the ruling People Power party vows to oppose the move(01:04). UNESCO has inscribed the Spring Festival on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity(09:39). The China Council for the Promotion of International Trade condemns the United States for its misuse of semiconductor export control measures(41:10).
Opposition parties in South Korea submit a motion to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol who declared an emergency martial law(01:04). The U.N. Security Council holds an emergency meeting over Syria as the conflict intensifies(10:30). Chinese industrial associations urge domestic companies to exercise caution when purchasing U.S. chips(42:31).
The China-Laos Railway has spurred regional economic growth since it started operation three years ago(01:00). The United Nations chief calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities as violence escalates in Syria(16:10). China's central bank says it will maintain a supportive monetary policy stance in 2025(37:01).
Syria faces renewed violence amid a new offensive by rebel forces(01:00). China and the five Central Asian countries vow to further advance cooperation(31:38). China's factory activity expands at the fastest pace in five months(39:12).
Israel and Hezbollah accuse each other of breaching the ceasefire (01:09). A white paper says the total length of rural roads in China is enough to circle the equator over 110 times (09:48). The Australian prime minister says the world's first law banning children younger than 16 from accessing social media will ensure the safety of the country's youth (23:49).
The remains of 43 fallen soldiers from the Chinese People's Volunteers who died during the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea have returned home(05:26). Displaced Lebanese people return home as a ceasefire deal between Hezbollah and Israel takes effect(15:21). Chinese self-driving startup Pony AI begins trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange(39:49).
A 60-day ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah takes effect(01:01). A Chinese mainland spokesperson says an increasing number of people in Taiwan have realized that the United States is harming the island instead of protecting it(13:15). China's industrial sector experiences mild revenue growth during the first ten months(38:22).
The Second China International Supply Chain Expo attracts more foreign exhibitors this year, with around half coming from the U.S. and Europe(38:15). Chinese President Xi Jinping holds talks with visiting Samoan Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata’afa(01:02). U.S. consumers are paying less for groceries ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday(14:16).
Samoan Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata’afa and her delegation are in Beijing for an official visit to China(01:01). China is on alert for snowstorms and a cold wave, with blizzards expected to hit parts of the country’s northeast(12:29). Volkswagen's decision to cut production in Slovakia has raised alarm bells in the country's automotive sector, a cornerstone of its economy(40:17).
China has announced measures to further boost the growth of its foreign trade(01:08). Negotiators are trying to reach an agreement on new climate funding as COP29 draws to a close(25:19). And the World Internet Conference is wrapping up its summit in eastern China(39:09).
China and Brazil have agreed to elevate bilateral ties after a meeting between their presidents in Brasilia(01:03). Global tech leaders have gathered for the World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit(37:58). And a Chinese tennis star earns a nomination for a major year-end award(47:25).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is in Brasilia after attending the 19th G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro(00:59). A report says China's sustainable development levels are improving(23:08). And Chinese cities have continued to roll out tax policies to support the stable development of the real estate market(39:07).
G20 leaders have launched the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty in Rio de Janeiro(01:09). European Union foreign ministers have gathered in Brussels to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine(14:29). And China expects to continue its economic recovery momentum through the end of the year(37:55).
The Chinese president has hailed the country's strong ties with Brazil as he visits the South American nation for the G20 summit(00:49). Air China strikes a deal to buy COMAC's new wide-body passenger jet(39:03). And four bronze animal heads from Beijing's Old Summer Palace are on display in Macao(53:14).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has unveiled the Chancay Port in Peru during a state visit, and pledged continued support(01:03). China's economy expanded steadily in October, with retail sales of consumer goods rising at the fastest pace in eight months(37:37). And Argentina has quit COP29 citing a decision from the foreign minister(16:29).
Chinese President Xi Jinping says in a signed article that China is ready to work with Peru to support multilateralism, as he highlights the Chancay Port’s role in bringing Asia and South America closer(01:03). U.S. President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump have met at the White House and agreed on a smooth transition of power(12:31). And Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Turkiye has severed ties with Israel and has no intention to take steps to improve relations(16:58).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has begun his visit to Peru ahead of the APEC leaders’ meeting, as the South American country hails China’s infrastructure investment(01:01). China is calling for more financial support for developing countries at the UN climate conference in Azerbaijan(11:45). And flying cars are stealing the spotlight at Airshow China as part of the display of civilian aviation technology(41:21).
China's much anticipated J-35A fighter jet is leading the headlines at Airshow China in the southern city of Zhuhai(21:12). APEC business insiders are discussing global challenges in equity, sustainability and trade before the leaders' summit in Lima(03:00). And China's special envoy for climate change is calling for multilateral cooperation at COP29, as the conference finds ways to secure one trillion US dollars in annual financing for developing countries(12:27).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is attending the APEC leaders' meeting in Lima as 2024 marks 10 years since he proposed the idea of building a community with a shared future with countries in Latin America and the Caribbean(01:01). Exhibitors and buyers have inked 80 billion U.S. dollars of tentative deals at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai(08:33). And Chinese consumers are exploring some new trends during the country's biggest online shopping festival thanks to government incentives(39:21).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to travel to Peru and Brazil to attend APEC and G20 meetings and pay state visits to the two countries (01:10). American companies at the China International Import Expo see trade as a stabilizing force and a connection between China and the United States (14:08). And visa-free entry into China takes effect for nine more countries (20:16).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has congratulated U.S. president-elect Donald Trump, expressing hope for good bilateral relations in the new era(01:01). Italian President Sergio Mattarella is paying a state visit to China as the two countries mark 20 years of their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership(08:29). And Germany's government coalition has collapsed after Chancellor Olaf Scholz fired the finance minister(17:46).
U.S. Republican presidential candidate and former president Donald Trump has declared victory, as his party is also projected to take control of the Senate (01:03). A guideline says China will expand its winter sports industry to 1.2 trillion yuan by 2027 with better infrastructure and services(31:49). This year's China International Import Expo in Shanghai has a New Materials Zone for the first time to focus on electronic, biological, and low-carbon materials (37:55).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has pledged commitment to opening up in his address to the China International Import Expo, which is welcoming a record number of exhibitors this year(01:10). The private Caixin services PMI indicates that the expansion in China's services sector is accelerating(42:10). Continuous rain in Spain has hit Barcelona after causing historical flooding in the Valencia region(18:09).
China's Shenzhou-18 astronauts have returned from their six-month mission at the Tiangong Space Station and brought back samples from in-orbit scientific experiments including life sciences(01:06). The Kazakh prime minister is among the government officials arriving in Shanghai to attend this year's CIIE which has attracted a record number of exhibitors(11:01). And residents in Valencia vented their anger at the government's flood response during a visit by the Spanish King, as the region begins to clean up amid the ongoing search for survivors(19:06).
Taiwan is cleaning up after Typhoon Kong-rey killed at least three people on the island, as coastal regions on the Chinese mainland prepares for an unusual path of this autumn typhoon(01:09). Flash flooding has killed more than 150 people in Spain as rescue efforts continue in hardest-hit Valencia(06:37). And Israel has set allowing the return of residents to the north as a condition for a ceasefire with Hezbollah(20:10).
China says the European Union ruling on tariffs for Chinese electric vehicles failed to address concerns from industries; Beijing also pledged an open attitude in cooperation between auto industries(01:04). Finland’s president has spoken with students and faculty at Fudan University in Shanghai as part of his state visit to China(10:51). And Lebanon has expressed hope for a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah under a U.S. backed plan(16:30).
China's Shenzhou-19 astronauts are now inside the Tiangong Space Station together with the Shenzhou-18 crew, who will head home after handing over the work(01:04). China has rejected EU tariffs on Chinese-made EVs and expressed hope for a solution through ongoing negotiations(09:24). And China's ambassador to the United Nations has encouraged the Security Council to explore more actions for a ceasefire in Gaza(17:40).
Chinese president Xi Jinping has held talks with his Finnish counterpart, Alexander Stubb, who is on a state visit(01:09). China's Shenzhou-19 mission will have fruit flies as part of its life science experiments inside the Tiangong space station(12:05). And China is urging restraint and a cessation to hostilities in the Middle East at a UNSC emergency meeting(20:51).
Finnish President Alexander Stubb is paying a state visit to China as the two countries mark 74 years of diplomatic ties(01:07). China's commerce ministry says the European Union's direct price negotiations with companies, parallel to official EV tariff talks, will damage trust and disrupt progress(31:10). And Japan's ruling LDP has lost its parliamentary majority(10:11).
The Chinese president has voiced support for the development of the Global South, and called on BRICS Plus partners to pool strength and wisdom(01:04). China has marked the success of its first reusable satellite mission(12:31). And the IMF is warning of low growth and high debt in the global economy(37:30).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged high-quality BRICS cooperation and proposed peace and innovation for the group's future(01:03). Turkiye's military says it has destroyed Kurdish militant targets in retaliation for an attack that killed five people at a defense company in Ankara(12:31). And U.S. health officials have linked dozens of E coli infections across ten states to a single fast food chain(18:46).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has attended BRICS meetings with leaders from other member countries in Kazan, where he also met Russian President Vladimir Putin(01:04). China’s Shenzhou-19 spacecraft is getting ready to send a new crew to the Tiangong Space Station(12:28). And Israel’s military says it has killed the would-be successor to the slain Hezbollah leader(20:14).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is among the BRICS leaders that are gathering in Russia for the group’s first summit after its expansion(01:04). The Pentagon chief says the THAAD missile defense system is ready in Israel, as the U.S. secretary of state travels to the Middle East again with diplomatic efforts at a ceasefire(12:28). And Hurricane Oscar has killed at least six people in Cuba while causing wide-spread blackouts on the island(23:21).
Chinese President Xi Jinping will travel to Russia and discuss cooperation and development with global leaders at the BRICS summit in Kazan(01:04). A plane full of medical supplies from China has landed in Beirut(14:04). And the Chinese environment minister at COP16 has pledged continued efforts under the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework(21:02).
Chinese officials say recent stimulus measures have accumulated to drive further economic expansion. The GDP grew 4.8 percent from January to September(01:03). Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Joe Biden have discussed ways to end the conflict in Gaza after the Israeli army confirmed the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar(14:00). And the European Union is divided on support for Ukraine(19:28).
Housing and financial authorities in China are expanding a list of real estate projects eligible for financing, and doubling loans to accelerate the recovery of the property market(01:09). Exhibitions for China’s automation and intelligent manufacturing are a priority for buyers at the Canton Fair(07:18). And the European Union and the Gulf Cooperation Council have held their first summit and agreed on support for the two-state solution to bring peace to the Middle East(14:09).
Exhibitors have brought more than one million new products to the Canton Fair in Guangzhou(01:00). The United States says troops have arrived in Israel with components of the THAAD missile defense system and more will follow(10:27). And a pair of giant pandas from China has arrived at their new home in Washington(25:04).
The Canton Fair in Guangzhou has attracted 90 percent of the world’s top 250 retailers with nearly 4,600 companies exhibiting for the first time(06:51). South Korea says North Korea has blown up connecting roads between the two sides(11:59). And China' s foreign minister has urged de-escalation during separate phone calls with his counterparts from Israel and Iran(13:32).
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army has carried out drills around Taiwan with the Coast Guard patrolling the waters in the region(01:06). Chinese Premier Li Qiang is in Pakistan for an SCO meeting and to pay an official visit(09:05). And the United Nations says Israeli tanks have entered its peacekeeping post in Lebanon, as the Israeli military says it was helping evacuate casualties(19:12).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang is calling for unity in Asia to pursue shared prosperity(05:40). An Israeli attack on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon has drawn international condemnation including from China, which called it unacceptable(10:09). And Hurricane Milton has killed at least 14 people in Florida and left millions without power or water(21:53).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has told the China-ASEAN Summit in Laos that negotiations for Version 3.0 of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area have achieved substantial progress(01:04). Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Joe Biden have discussed potential Israeli retaliation against Iran, as Tehran warns of a fierce response(09:45). Millions on Florida's central west coast are taking shelter after Hurricane Milton made landfall near Siesta Key(22:24).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang is visiting Laos for a series of ASEAN meetings and an official visit(01:01). China's commerce ministry says it launched anti-dumping investigations on brandy imports from the European Union at the requests of industry(08:06). And Hurricane Milton has regained strength and is threatening the Tampa Bay region in Florida(11:13).
China’s top economic regulator is stressing expanding demand, supporting businesses, and boosting the property and capital markets in efforts to ensure continuous and sound economic growth(01:04). China and the European Union have resumed talks on EV tariffs with the hope of finding an alternative solution(19:47). Israel and Hamas are not backing down one year after the Gaza conflict started(10:29).
The humanitarian situation in Gaza is worsening and fears of an all-out war in the Middle East are mounting one year after the latest round of Hamas-Israel conflict broke out (01:19). China’s National Day golden week holiday this year sees travel surge over 30% compared to pre-pandemic 2019 (15:16). China reports positive changes in the real estate market following measures to ease restrictions (19:13).
China’s major ports incluing Zhuhai in the Greater Bay Area and Urumqi in the northwest are seeing surging international trips under China’s visa free policies (01:15). Hezbollah says it is willing to consider a truce proposal with Israel if it includes guarantees for a ceasefire in Gaza (13:41). And U.S. dockworkers have suspended their strike to buy time for negotiations with ports (19:29).
Chinese movie goers have spent more than one billion yuan with most of them favoring comedy and patriotism-themed films (04:53). Israel has vowed to respond to Iran's missile attacks, while Iran told the UN that it struck Israel in self defense (12:02). And Carlos Alcaraz has claimed the China Open men's singles title, while women's home favorite Zheng Qinwen reaches the quarters (25:49).
The Chinese and Russian presidents have exchanged messages marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties(01:17). Israel is vowing to respond to an Iranian missile attack that targeted military bases around Tel Aviv(11:35). Mexico has sworn in Claudia Sheinbaum as the country's first female president(20:33).
Hundreds of thousands attended a flag raising ceremony in Tiananmen Square to mark National Day(1:07). The Israeli military says it has begun a limited ground operation against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon(13:48). Japan’s parliament has formally elected Shigeru Ishiba as the country’s new prime minister(20:58).
Chinese President Xi Jinping and other Party and state leaders have presented flower baskets to the Monument to the People's Heroes to pay tribute to those who sacrificed themselves for the country's development(01:02). Austria's far-right Freedom Party has claimed its first national parliamentary election win since WWII(22:36). And China's stock markets have soared, with a historic transaction value of nearly 2.6 trillion yuan on Monday(36:50).
Analysts and business insiders believe recent measures from Chinese central authorities to boost the housing market, support private businesses, and help more people find jobs will inject confidence and fulfill expectations for the economy(01:06). Shigeru Ishiba is set to become Japan’s next prime minister after securing the leadership of the ruling LDP(12:43). And China has expressed readiness to deepen cooperation within the framework of the Global Development Initiative(14:38).
The Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee has pledged more support for the property market, businesses and job seekers(01:06). The United Nations chief has called on the Security Council to broker peace(13:30). And China's eastern city of Hangzhou and the Western Greece region take their ties further with an MoU at the Global Mayors' Dialogue(20:17).
Participants at the China-ASEAN Expo have signed more than 100 deals(11:07). China's PLA Rocket Force has launched an intercontinental ballistic missile that carried a dummy warhead into a designated area in the Pacific(31:30). And China's foreign minister has urged the UN Security Council to bridge differences and work toward long lasting peace(24:22).
China's central bank is rolling out a stimulus package that includes mortgage rate cut and preferential policies for the property market, causing Asian stock markets to soar(36:32). The Chinese foreign minister has told his Lebanese counterpart that China supports justice and Lebanon's sovereignty and security(11:36). And Chinese tennis players have made it into the final of both men's tournaments at home(18:58).
Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire along the border amid fears of a wider war, and concerns from Gaza that the new hostilities will divert attentions away from their needs(01:01). Chinese President Xi Jinping has congratulated new Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and expressed hopes to advance ties(08:58). And the United Nations General Assembly has adopted a Pact for the Future to unite countries to face challenges(18:45).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has held talks with Malaysian King Sultan Ibrahim who is on his first diplomatic trip since assuming the role(01:09). China says it will gradually resume importing aquatic products from Japan, only if it completes independent sampling and testing of the wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear power plant(12:14). And Hezbollah's leader says the deadly attacks with telecommunications devices in Lebanon crossed the red line(22:10).
The Federal Reserve has slashed interest rates by 50 basis points, raising questions about whether it's too late and if it will make a difference any time soon(01:11). Walkie-talkies, radios and solar panels have blown up in Lebanon following pager explosions a day earlier(11:41). And China has vowed not to give up on negotiations over EU tariffs on Chinese EVs(20:26).
China marks the 93rd anniversary of the event that triggered the War against Japanese Aggression to remember history and cherish peace(01:12). Pager explosions in Lebanon are threatening to escalate tensions in the region(12:30). And the European Commission president has unveiled her new team(22:47).
People in various countries and regions celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with moon cakes, family reunions, and travel(01:14). The suspect in this week’s assassination attempt on Donald Trump is charged with federal gun crimes(13:14). And Typhoon Babinca has weakened to a tropical storm and is moving northwest in China(21:23).
People in China are traveling, visiting lantern fairs and enjoying moon cakes during a three-day Mid-Autumn Festival holiday(01:13). The FBI is investigating an incident at Donald Trump’s golf club as an assassination attempt(14:37). And powerful Typhoon Babinca is churning across China’s east coast after making landfall in Shanghai(23:37).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has underscored the importance of ecological conservation and sustainable development in the Yellow River Basin(01:05). China's top legislature has adopted a decision to raise retirement ages(13:00). And International travelers to Beijing can now use MasterCard and Visa to ride the subway(19:11).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang is visiting the UAE following his trip to Saudi Arabia, and has pledged to work with the Gulf country under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership(01:06). Representatives from over 100 countries and regions, including the United States, Russia, Ukraine and Israel, are attending the Beijing Xiangshan Forum to discuss building trust and resolving doubts through dialogue(13:06). And Typhoon Yagi has killed more than 200 people in Vietnam and Thailand(22:47).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang is visiting Saudi Arabia with the aim to further strengthen alignment between the two countries(01:03). The two candidates for the U.S. presidency have blasted each other in their presidential debate(12:29). And Typhoon Yagi has claimed more than 150 lives in Vietnam and flooded streets in the capital city(23:21).
China and Norway have agreed to establish a dialogue on green transition that will involve efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions(01:05). Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has attended business and cultural events in Shanghai as part of his official visit to China(10:36). And China's foreign trade is up six percent in the first eight months of this year(23:06).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has met Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, who are both paying official visits to China to consolidate ties(01:04). Transportation has resumed in China’s southern regions after Typhoon Yagi, which has moved on to Vietnam and killed dozens of people(13:00). And China is set to lift all restrictions on foreign investment in manufacturing(18:56).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang says closer China-Africa cooperation will provide strong support for jointly advancing modernization(01:04). Former European Union chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier has become the new French prime minister(19:29). China's reusable experimental spacecraft has successfully returned to its scheduled landing site(25:10).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has proposed elevating bilateral ties with all African countries that have diplomatic relations with China to the level of strategic relations(01:08). The head of the UN nuclear watchdog agency has visited the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in southern Ukraine(24:21). Official data shows that China's e-commerce logistics index came in at 114.2 in August, up slightly from July(44:14).
China has expressed readiness to work with African countries to jointly implement the Global Security Initiative(01:07). The European Union's naval mission has suspended efforts to salvage an oil tanker stranded in the Red Sea after an attack by Yemen’s Houthi forces(12:30). The International Atomic Energy Agency says it will step up assistance to Ukraine to protect the country's energy infrastructure(19:25).
Beijing has held the Ninth Ministerial Conference of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation(01:05). The UN campaign to vaccinate children against polio is underway in the Gaza Strip(17:44). The Netherlands has announced a new aid package to Ukraine to support its winter energy supply(23:00).
China has elevated its ties with several African countries ahead of the Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation(01:04). The United Nations has kicked off a polio vaccination campaign in the war-torn Gaza Strip(16:55). Brazil continues to deal with historic droughts and wildfires in several regions(25:30).
Chinese authorities have released guidelines on refining the national market access system (14:49). The World Health Organization says Israel and Hamas have agreed to halt hostilities in Gaza for a polio vaccination campaign (17:16). Officials say nearly 500 Chinese and foreign enterprises have confirmed participation in the second China International Supply Chain Expo (37:56).
The Chinese president urges the U.S. to view China and its development in a rational manner and regard each other's development as opportunities rather than challenges (01:01). The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution to extend the mandate of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (15:02). Typhoon Shanshan has made landfall in southern Japan (24:18).
The Chinese Foreign Ministry says the country is committed to helping the development of its Global South partners, including those in Africa (01:05). The Pacific Islands Forum is underway in Tonga, with leaders hoping to draw global attention to the region's worsening climate situation (05:58). The International Atomic Energy Agency has confirmed evidence of a drone strike on a nuclear power plant in Russia's Kursk region (13:13).
Senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi has met U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan in Beijing (01:02). The World Health Organization has launched a global response plan to contain the mpox outbreak (21:43). Data from China's National Bureau of Statistics shows that industrial profit grew 3.6 percent from January to July (37:03).
Hamas says it has rejected new Israeli conditions in the latest Gaza ceasefire talks (01:06). Leaders from Pacific island nations are gathering in Tonga for the annual meeting of the Pacific Islands Forum (15:57). Chinese swimmer Sun Yang takes gold upon his return to the pool (46:23).
China and Belarus have vowed to strengthen cooperation in science and technology (02:23). The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency has announced plans to visit Russia's Kursk Nuclear Power Plant next week (05:28). Authorities say China's consumer market has shown steady growth this year (40:52).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has expressed the country's readiness to work with Russia to explore cooperation in emerging areas (01:06). Israel-Hezbollah tensions simmer as both sides continue to exchange fire (13:16). Official data shows China's non-financial outbound direct investment surpassed 83 billion U.S. dollars in the first seven months of the year (36:11).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang is in Moscow for a regular meeting with his Russian counterpart that will focus on cooperation and issues of common interest (09:46). The Chinese Commerce Ministry says it has launched an anti-subsidy investigation into certain dairy products imported from the European Union (11:00). A peace deal between Israel and Hamas remains elusive as U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken ends his Middle East trip (18:37).
The Chinese Commerce Ministry says China-Africa trade reached over 282 billion U.S. dollars last year (05:02). Russian President Vladimir Putin says there can't be any talks with Ukraine after its attack on Russia's Kursk region (08:44). Reports say three-time Olympic swimming champion Sun Yang will return to the pool later this month (46:46). China's first triple-A video game has hit the market (53:08).
The Chinese president has held talks in Beijing with Vietnam's top leader (00:59). The new prime minister of Thailand has pledged to enhance cooperation with China (10:41). And the China-U.S. financial working group has held its fifth meeting in Shanghai (38:58).
Beijing has identified the U.S. as the world's greatest nuclear threat following American comments on deterring China (12:18). The Chinese FM has taken part in the ninth Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Thailand to boost ties between China and Southeast Asia (01:05). The World Health Organization has warned of more Mpox cases in Europe after Sweden reported a case of the viral infection (18:56).
The World Health Organization has declared Mpox a global public health emergency for the second time in two years. An outbreak of the viral infection from the Democratic Republic of the Congo has spread to neighboring countries (24:23). The U.S. and Israel have sent delegations to the Gaza ceasefire talks in Doha, but Hamas is not attending (01:08). Fresh data from the National Bureau of Statistics shows China maintained stable economic growth in July (36:46).
Thailand's top constitutional court has voted to remove Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin from office following an ethics case (02:19). The Japanese prime minister has announced that he will leave his party's top leadership post and the country will choose a new PM this fall (01:04). The Russian region of Belgorod has declared a state of emergency following attacks by Ukrainian forces (12:17).
Ukraine says it has captured a thousand square kilometers of Russian territory since its troops rolled into the Kursk region a week ago. An expert says Kyiv is using the offensive as a bargaining chip in future negotiations (01:08). The Iranian president says his country has a right to respond to Israel's killing of the Hamas chief in the Iranian capital (11:25). A former member of Japan's notorious Unit 731 has visited Harbin in northeast China and apologized for Japanese war crimes (23:51).
China has called for de-escalation of the Russia-Ukraine conflict following the Ukrainian incursion into Russian territory (12:35). The Paris Olympics has come to a close and China has recorded its best-ever performance at an overseas Games (01:05). China has issued guidelines to shore up the green transition in all areas of economic and social development. It pledges to basically establish a green, low-carbon, and circular development economic system by 2035 (38:35).
China is calling for an independent investigation into the U.S. Anti-Doping Administration following serious scandals around American athletes (19:53). Israel again targeted Hezbollah personnel and infrastructure. And the Lebanese militant group has responded against Israeli targets (00:59). China has welcomed the new caretaker administration in Bangladesh following weeks of violent protests. The country also emphasized its commitment to non-interference in other countries' internal affairs (11:12).
The World Anti-Doping Agency has issued a statement that questions the integrity of its U.S. counterpart. Meantime, China is calling for tighter supervision of U.S. track and field athletes (23:10). Iran calls an emergency meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation to discuss the killing of the Hamas leader in Tehran and Iran's response (01:07). Counter-protesters have taken to the streets in the UK after days of anti-immigrant violence (10:05).
The Chinese foreign minister has held talks with his Egyptian and Jordanian counterparts, discussing the conflict in Gaza and a range of other regional issues (01:06). Democratic candidate Kamala Harris has selected a running mate and is on the campaign trail ahead of the US elections in November (08:57). China's foreign trade in goods reached a record high of 24.8 trillion yuan, or 3.5 trillion U.S. dollars, in the first seven months of this year (38:28).
The UN has called for calm in Bangladesh following violent protests and the prime minister's resignation (01:05). Iran says it does not want to escalate regional tensions, but it must punish Israel following the assassination of a Hamas official in Tehran (09:28). And China continues to shine at the Paris Olympics, taking several gold medals in recent competition (20:46).
Iran is promising a "crushing and smart" retaliation for the killing of the Hamas leader in Tehran. Although not having claimed responsibility, Israel says its defenses are ready and its enemy will pay a high price for an attack (01:33). Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen has made "golden" history in the women's singles event in Paris (22:26). And the global equity market has taken a major hit as fears of a possible U.S. recession continue to grow among investors (36:28).
Russia and the West have completed the largest prisoner exchange since the end of the Cold War, with 26 people released from seven countries (01:00). Qatar has held a funeral in Doha for the slain leader of the Hamas group. Israel has still yet to comment on the killing (07:00). Chinese and U.S. officials have met in Washington, DC to discuss narcotics control. They agreed to strengthen dialogue and communication based on the principles of mutual respect, management of differences, and mutually beneficial cooperation (19:00).
Officials have expressed confidence that Beijing will meet this year's economic growth target, as positive factors are accruing from international trade, enhanced fiscal support and New Quality Productive Forces (36:45). Iran has held a public funeral for the slain head of the Hamas group. Fears of a wider regional conflict in the Middle East are at a tipping-point (00:59). And emergency alerts are in effect in many parts of China due to heavy rains (13:01).
The CPC leadership has met to assess the current economic situation and set out priorities for the future. A statement released after the meeting says the country has sustained the momentum of economic recovery and moved faster to foster new growth drivers (01:02). China has expressed opposition and condemnation over the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh (10:34). Paris Olympic organizers have given the green light to men's and women's triathlons after tests showed the River Seine to be clean enough for the competition on Wednesday (21:50).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has said the Silk Road spirit of peace and cooperation, openness and inclusiveness, mutual learning and mutual benefit is a shared treasure of China and Italy, as he meets Italian Prime minister Giorgia Meloni in Beijing (01:02). Venezuela has ordered diplomatic staff from seven Latin American countries to leave over alleged political interference (13:18). And China's foreign trade has seen annual growth of about 1.6 trillion yuan since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China in 2012 (36:31).
Israel has threatened retaliation after a rocket attack in the Golan Heights killed 12 people in the occupied territory (11:49). The Chinese president has met with visiting leaders in Beijing, including the president of Timor-Leste and the prime minister of Italy (01:05). And Olympic officials have canceled a training session in the River Seine after a rise in pollution levels (22:39).
The United Nations has called for urgent action to reduce the number of deaths from soaring temperatures, calling it “an extreme heat epidemic.” (33:45) The Communist Part of China stresses peaceful development as a central theme of Chinese modernization (01:10). U.S. President Joe Biden has met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to press for a Gaza ceasefire (17:06).
The Communist Part of China is calling for improvements to strategic planning and policy coordination to achieve the goals from the Central Committee's third plenum (01:06). The U.S. president has addressed the American people on his reasons for exiting the 2024 election (10:05). And China Media Group has officially launched its Olympic broadcast studios near the Eiffel Tower in Paris (19:03).
Various Palestinian factions are expressing hope over the "Beijing Declaration" signed this week by groups including Fatah and Hamas (01:07). China's recently adopted resolution on advancing modernization calls for deeper scientific and technological reforms (13:50). And only a couple of days remain before the Paris Olympic Games open with a grand celebration along the River Seine (21:13).
Representatives from various Palestinian factions have met in Beijing to discuss reconciliation and strengthen unity (15:19). U.S. business leaders in China are sharing their thoughts on Beijing's reform plans following the conclusion of the 20th CPC Central Committee's Third Plenum meetings (01:08). And Paris is aiming to host the greenest Olympic Games ever when the events kick off later this week (22:36).
CPC General Secretary Xi Jinping has explained the importance of a crucial resolution on reform for the country's opening up and modernization (01:08). U.S. President Joe Biden has ended his re-election campaign following pressure from within his own party (13:57). The head of the Paris 2024 Organizing Committee says the French capital is ready to host the Summer Olympic Games (21:18).
A global cyber outage has caused significant disruptions across multiple sectors, including airlines, banks, media outlets and hospitals (32:44). China's top leadership endorses policies to further deepen reforms and advance modernization (01:07). The number of Palestinian deaths in Gaza is reported to have reached over 38 thousand since the fighting began last October (13:02).
A meeting of China's CPC Central Committee has issued a communique after adopting a resolution on deepening reforms to advance Chinese modernization (01:08). Reports indicate that Palestinian officials have rejected a U.S.-Israeli proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza (12:04). The Athletes' Village for the Paris Olympics officially opens on Thursday, just over a week ahead of the Games' opening ceremony (23:52).
The International Monetary Fund has upped its forecast for the Chinese economy, saying GDP growth is higher than expected (01:04). The U.S. Secretary of State has been meeting with Israeli officials to push for a ceasefire in Gaza (13:14). And Beijing's economy has been going strong in the first half of 2024 (36:57).
U.S. Republicans have officially nominated Donald Trump as their candidate in the November elections (10:27). China has been rising rapidly in the global innovation index, as the country strives to become a sci-tech powerhouse (01:04). Paris is gearing up for the start of the city's eco-friendly Summer Olympic Games starting in just ten days (22:00).
Hamas officials have denied calling a halt to ceasefire negotiations despite an Israeli attack on Khan Younis (19:50). China's GDP, industrial output, and retail sales numbers show strong growth through the first half of the year (01:06). And U.S. President Joe Biden has spoken following the attempted assassination of his Republican rival, denouncing political violence (16:43).
China has released a joint critique of the 2016 South China Sea arbitral ruling, slamming its "dodgy" legal basis (01:10). China has been deepening reforms on the cultural front as its modernization efforts enter a new stage (11:12). The world has marked the 35th Population Day, as the global population is projected to peak in 60 years at around 10.4 billion (19:05).
On China's 20th National Maritime Day, the country has released a report on its offshore environment which is showing signs of improvement (01:02). The Nishan Forum on World Civilizations wraps up in the birthplace of Confucius, where global cultural experts and scholars have gathered to facilitate understanding among different cultures (21:02). In Texas, tempers are rising with the temperature, as power outages linger through a heatwave (23:57).
A Chinese report shows that coral reefs and marine life are flourishing around the Huangyan Dao area in the South China Sea (01:09). Intelligence chiefs from Egypt, the US, and Israel are meeting in Doha to discuss a ceasefire in the Gaza conflict (16:48). And despite U.S. sanctions, tourists are returning to Venezuela in large numbers, boosting the battered South American economy (19:48).
Chinese scientists have published research on the environmental damage of a Philippine's warship illegally grounded in the South China Sea (23:03). Beijing is experiencing a flurry of diplomatic activity with several world leaders paying official visits to China (01:10). And Chinese weather authorities have announced a new round of alerts due to heavy rainfall across many parts of the country (26:15).
The Chinese president says the international community should create conditions and provide support for the resumption of direct dialogue and negotiation between Russia and Ukraine (31:00). France will have a minority government after a left-leaning coalition's surprise victory in the election on Sunday (22:11). The number of NEV registrations in China expanded 40 percent to reach 4.4 million in the first half of the year (39:36).
The Chinese president hopes to raise bilateral cooperation with Tajikistan to new heights as he arrives in Dushanbe for a state visit (01:12). The 2024 World Artificial Intelligence Conference is underway in Shanghai, highlighting AI's global governance and state-of-the-art gadgets (15:35). Britain's Labour Party has scored a landslide victory in the general election, ending 14 years of Tory rule (22:52).
The Chinese president has called on the Shanghai Cooperation Organization to safeguard unity and development as a high-level summit kicks off in Kazakhstan (01:04). The 2024 World Artificial Intelligence Conference is now underway in China (09:56). And millions of Britons are casting ballots in the country's latest general election (17:30).
The Chinese and Kazakh presidents have held talks and witnessed the signing of numerous cooperation documents (01:05). The United Nations says the conflict in Gaza has created a maelstrom of human misery (15:40). And hurricane Beryl has pounded the southeastern Caribbean as a category 5 storm (23:24).
The Chinese president is now in Kazakhstan for a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and a state visit (01:04). The UN General Assembly has unanimously approved a Chinese proposal on artificial intelligence which stresses the development of AI should adhere to human-centered principles (12:23). And the U.S. Supreme Court has made a first-of-its-kind ruling on presidential immunity from prosecution (22:09).
Hong Kong is vowing to remain competitive as the Asian financial hub celebrates the 27th anniversary of its handover to the motherland (01:06). The Chinese president is heading to Kazakhstan this week for an official visit and a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (10:24). And Israel's prime minister vows to continue military operations in Gaza until his country has achieved its goals, while Hamas says it is open to any proposal that could lead to a permanent ceasefire (21:13).
The Chinese president has hailed the role of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, saying they have served as a historical benchmark on international relations and the international legal system(01:06). President Xi has held talks with his visiting Peruvian counterpart as the two countries are seeking to expand the scope of cooperation(09:21). The arrival of two giant pandas in California marks a new round of animal protection cooperation between China and the United States(16:57).
A flurry of diplomatic activity is underway, with the Peruvian president and leaders from Vietnam visiting China(01:01). Bolivian authorities are accusing a top military leader of trying to stage a coup(07:19). A China-US youth exchange festival in Kuliang, Fujian aims to enhance bilateral friendship(13:21).
Peru looks forward to opening up new opportunities and further expanding cooperation as the country’s president is touring several Chinese cities(01:03). Nationwide protests in Kenya against proposed tax hikes have turned deadly(11:39). Delegates at the Summer Davos meetings in northeast China are calling for more collaboration on clean energy(19:20).
The annual Summer Davos meetings are now underway in Dalian, China, with over a thousand guests exploring new drivers for global economic growth(01:06). China's Chang’e-6 lunar mission has returned to earth with the first-ever samples collected from the far side of the moon(10:37). Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has struck a deal with the U.S. justice department and will be able to return home to Australia(17:14).
Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed hope in a letter that young people from China and the U.S. will carry forward their friendship and contribute to the growth of bilateral relations(01:01). The Chinese president has held talks with his visiting Polish counterpart who is seeking to deepen political and trade ties(08:14). Russian authorities have opened a terrorism investigation following a deadly series of attacks in the south of the country(19:42).
An expert says the Chinese president’s recent trip to Qinghai and Ningxia is a testament to the government’s long term adherence to a people-centered approach(01:03). The Israeli army and prime minister are at loggerheads over Hamas(10:03). Hong Kong has risen to become the world's 5th most competitive economy(20:33).
China and Malaysia have jointly agreed to prolong a mutual visa waiver program as Chinese Premier Li Qiang wraps up his three-nation tour in Kuala Lumpur(01:01). Hezbollah has pledged a fight "without limitations" if Israel "starts a war" with the militant group(10:09). Euro 2024 host nation Germany has already reached the last 16(46:32).
The Chinese president has visited a local middle school and a Tibetan Buddhist temple in Xining, capital of Qinghai Province(31:00). The Chinese premier is in Malaysia for the final stop on his three-nation tour(10:34). The Russian president has paid an official visit to North Korea(19:57).
The Chinese premier has attended a high-level business dialogue with the Australian prime minister in Perth(01:06). Protesters have taken to the streets of Jerusalem to demand new Israeli elections(11:38). Weather alerts remain in effect across many regions of southern China due to heavy rainfall(19:39).
The Chinese premier and Australian prime minister have signed several cooperation documents following meetings in Canberra(01:07). The Israeli military and government appear to be at odds over a humanitarian pause to allow aid deliveries in southern Gaza(10:59). Several states have refused to sign a final declaration at the Ukraine peace summit in Switzerland(18:51).
The Chinese premier has met industrial and business representatives in New Zealand as he continues his visit in the country(01:07). Mediators are working to bridge gaps in the Gaza ceasefire negotiations(08:08). Severe weather is affecting many parts of the world(19:15).
The Chinese premier has met with New Zealand's prime minister and governor-general(01:08). Palestinian media say Israeli forces have struck an area in southern Gaza previously designated as a safe zone(13:50). Extreme weather is sweeping across many parts of the world(21:49).
Foreign ministers from the BRICS nations and representatives from several developing countries have held a dialogue in Russia to find common ground on a number of issues(01:06). Hamas and Israel continue to argue over a ceasefire deal that both sides have reportedly accepted(07:52). A jury has found U.S. President Joe Biden's son guilty on three gun charges(20:16).
Foreign ministers from the BRICS countries have met in Russia(01:03). The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution supporting a ceasefire(09:28). The Greater Bay region in southern China is developing an integration plan for senior care(19:44).
June 10 has been designated as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations after the UN General Assembly unanimously approved a Chinese proposal(01:06). Colorful cerebations are taking place across China to mark the Dragon Boat Festival(12:02). A prominent Israeli minister has quit the war cabinet and the government over the conflict in Gaza(18:27).
China’s national college entrance exam, the Gaokao, begins for more than 13 million people(01:09). The UN chief has condemned an Israeli airstrike on a Gaza school that killed at least 40 people(08:54). Chinese scientists are restoring the Yellow River's farmland(19:49).
The Pakistani prime minister is in Beijing after stopping over in the southern city of Shenzhen(01:01). Officials in Gaza say an Israeli airstrike on a school has caused dozens of casualties(09:13). The UN says it is likely that Earth will exceed the 1.5 degree temperature rise target set in the 2015 Paris Accord(21:06).
The Pakistani prime minister is in China as the two sides look to improve bilateral relations and address issues of common concern(01:07). India's prime minister has won a new term in office, but his party has lost its outright majority in the lower house of parliament(09:56). Slovenia's parliament has approved recognition of an independent Palestinian state(21:59).
China's Chang-e 6 mission has collected sample from the far side of the moon and lifted them into orbit(01:08). Several foreign leaders including those from Brazil, Pakistan and Turkiye are visiting Beijing to chart the course for bilateral ties with China(08:59). The United States has urged the UN Security Council to support President Biden's three-phased plan for peace in Gaza(17:18).
The Chinese defense minister has called for peace and stability in Asia Pacific in his speech to the Shangri-la Dialogue in Singapore(01:05).
Preliminary results indicate that voters in Mexico have elected the country's first female president(09:46). An Israeli official says the prime minister has accepted the framework for a deal to wind down the fighting in Gaza(17:49).
Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun and U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin have discussed the Taiwan question and the South China Sea issue on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue(01:06). Donald Trump has become the first former U.S. president to be convicted of a crime after the guilty verdict from his hush money trial(11:09). And Hamas says it is ready to reach an agreement if Israel stops its attacks on Gaza(21:00).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has addressed a meeting on China-Arab states cooperation pledging to advance ties and offer additional aid for Gaza(01:05). Electoral officials in South Africa are pleased with a higher-than-expected voter turnout(11:17). And a new pair of giant pandas will arrive in Washington this year under a new conservation program(19:47).
A new assessment from the International Monetary Fund predicts that China’s economy will grow five percent this year, up from its previous projection of 4.5 percent(01:04). A report shows that human rights in the U.S. continued to deteriorate last year with problems such as gun violence, discrimination, and violations of the rights for women and children(09:30). South Africans head to the polls in a general election where the ruling ANC is projected to lose its parliamentary majority(18:05).
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is in China for a state visit and to attend the opening ceremony of a ministerial meeting of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum along with several other heads of state(01:06). Israel says it is investigating a strike in Rafah that went wrong as it claims to have killed Hamas officials but also civilians(13:56). And Papua New Guinea is relocating residents from a landslide that officials say could have buried 2,000 people(23:28).
China, Japan and South Korea have agreed to step up cooperation and maintain close communication following a summit among the Chinese premier, Japanese prime minister and South Korean president(01:02). Authorities in Papua New Guinea say at least 2,000 people were buried in Friday’s landslide(15:22). And Israel has bombed Rafah after Hamas launched rockets at Tel Aviv(23:48).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has stressed deepening reform with a focus on advancing Chinese modernization, and learned about efforts at opening up and ecological restoration during an inspection tour in the eastern province of Shandong(01:11). The People’s Liberation Army continues its drills around Taiwan and warns against separatist attempts(13:32). And a report on a helicopter crash in Iran that killed the president and foreign minister shows the helicopter remained on course before crashing(18:35).
Chinese military services including the army, navy, air force and rocket force are taking part in joint drills surrounding the island of Taiwan(01:02). Xizang is marking 73 years since the region’s peaceful liberation(09:18). And Colombia’s president has ordered the opening of an embassy in Ramallah, following announcements from three European countries of their plans to recognize Palestine as a state(22:45).
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has reiterated that the Taiwan question is at the center of China's core interests(01:06). Several European nations including Ireland and Spain have announced plans to formally recognize the Palestinian state(06:21). And China is marking the International Day for Biodiversity(14:53).
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has proposed efforts to deepen cooperation and pledged to work with SCO members for multipolarity and globalization(01:05). Officials on the Chinese mainland and scholars in Taiwan say the recent speech by the new Taiwan leader sends a dangerous signal(08:24). And both Israeli and Hamas leaders have denounced a request by the International Criminal Court to seek arrest warrants over alleged war crimes(18:46).
China has offered condolences over the deaths of Iran’s president, foreign minister, and other officials in a helicopter crash(01:01). Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is in Kazakhstan to attend an SCO meeting after visiting Tajikistan(08:17). And the Chinese mainland says the new Taiwan leader’s speech sends a wrong signal regarding independence(19:23).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has hosted his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin at the central government compound as the two leaders discussed topics including cooperation and peace(01:10). South Africa is urging the ICJ to order a halt of the Israeli offensive in Gaza(11:14). And Slovakia has charged a suspect in the shooting of the prime minister with attempted murder(20:46).
China and Russia have agreed to go further on their Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership in the New Era as the presidents of the two countries hold talks in Beijing (01:04). Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is expected to survive after he was shot during an assassination attempt (14:57). And hundreds of athletes are in Shanghai for a last chance to qualify for the Paris Olympic Games (47:16).
China says additional U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports will not help the economy and bilateral relations but will result in higher costs (01:02). China is warning the Philippines not to abuse Beijing's kindness by trespassing in the South China Sea (11:09). And international tourists groups arriving at Chinese ports on cruise ships can now enter without a visa (14:43).
Mutual trust and cooperation have topped discussions at a meeting in Beijing between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and his South Korean counterpart Cho Tae-yul (01:04). Donald Trump’s former lawyer has testified in court in New York saying he used settlement payments to keep an alleged affair about Trump quiet (16:02). And the Shanghai International Film Festival is set to open in June (53:04).
Israeli tanks have advanced deep into northern Gaza as troops continue to pound Rafah in the South(00:59). The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor is expected to be among talks during Pakistani Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar's visit this week(09:47). And Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed former First Deputy Prime Minister Andrei Belousov as the new defense minister(18:05).
China and Hungary have decided to lift their ties during a state visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping where he held talks with the Hungarian president and prime minister(01:07). Israeli attacks on Rafah continue after peace talks conclude with no deal and despite U.S. warnings to halt arms deliveries(14:01). And the new Chinese ambassador to India says he’s ready to work to promote closer ties(20:22).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has held talks with his Hungarian counterpart Tamas Sulyok after attending a welcome ceremony in Budapest(01:07). The Pentagon chief says Washington halted bombs deliveries to Israel over concerns about Rafah(15:56). And the new climate envoys of China and the U.S. have held in-person discussions for the first time(25:57).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has announced six initiatives with Serbia that cover free trade, agriculture and people-to-people exchanges(01:00). China’s Chang’e-6 lunar probe has entered the moon’s orbit ahead of a soft landing near the lunar south pole(14:12). And Hamas has warned that there will be no ceasefire in Gaza if Israel keeps up its assault in Rafah(23:48).
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Tarbes in the Pyrenees after talks with French President Emmanual Macron and addressing a business council meeting in Paris(01:08). Hamas has accepted a ceasefire proposal by Egypt and Qatar as Israel decides to continue to pound Rafah(14:13). And the Brazilian president is seeking a spending waiver for Rio Grande do Sul where heavy rains have killed at least 85 people(23:39).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has met French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Paris and urged efforts to contribute to the stable and healthy development of ties(01:00). Neither Israel nor Hamas is backing down in their demands for a truce as Israel threatens a large scale operation in Rafah(12:29). And experts blame climate change for the worst flooding in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul(22:21).
The Chang’e-6 lunar probe will attempt to complete humanity's first ever mission to collect samples from the far side of the moon(01:08). Hungary says it's an honor to host Chinese President Xi Jinping who will pay state visits to three European countries(18:47). And Hamas says it is studying Israel's proposals on a truce in Gaza(27:10).
Holiday makers in China made more than 280 million trips on the first day of the May Day holiday(01:04). Colombia is cutting diplomatic ties with Israel(14:06). And the final phase of the Canton Fair is focusing on fashion, health and household textiles(24:05).
Ahead of his European visit, the Chinese president has highlighted an example of China-Serbia cooperation under the Belt and Road initiative(01:04). China is expecting 270 million domestic trips daily during the May Day holiday period underway now(10:39). And millions across Asia have been experiencing life-threatening high temperatures and drought conditions(17:43).
China’s Shenzhou-17 crew has returned to earth after completing a six-month mission at the Tiangong Space Station(01:05). Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to meet his counterparts in France, Serbia and Hungary and discuss cooperation during state visits to the European countries(09:30). And Hamas has left talks in Cairo with Israeli proposals for a ceasefire and hostage exchanges(19:12).
The Chang’e-6 lunar probe is at the launch pad in Hainan for a mission to collect samples from the far side of the moon(01:01). Israeli strikes on Rafah have reportedly killed 22 people as Egypt prepares to host ceasefire talks(14:17). And unusual weather is wreaking havoc across the world(21:39).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has met U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and urged the two countries to be partners rather than rivals(01:07). Sustainability is one of the main highlights of the Zhongguancun Forum in Beijing(12:19). Pro-Palestine demonstrations continue at U.S. universities, prompting the University of Southern California to cancel the graduation ceremony(21:43).
The Chinese president has called for building world-class military medical universities after he stressed development and opening up during an inspection tour in Chongqing(01:05). China reaffirms its commitment to fair competition during a visit by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken(10:31). And the Zhongguancun Forum is focusing on innovation(19:23).
Shenzhou-18 Taikonauts will experiment with an aquatic ecosystem featuring zebra fish and algae as part of their tasks inside China’s space station(01:03). U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in China to begin a three-day visit(11:13). And the UN human rights body is calling for transparent investigations following the discovery of mass graves in Gaza(15:02).
The People’s Liberation Army Navy has made proposals on maritime governance and opened its warships to the public as it marks 75 years since its founding(01:06). China says it welcomes the visit by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and will make clear demands on issues concerning China's core interests(09:55). Prosecutors at Donald Trump's hush money trial have accused the former president of corrupting the 2016 presidential election(20:29).
Parts of China including Guangdong and Guangxi are expecting more severe weather as authorities warn of secondary disasters(01:02). Israel says it will pile pressure on Hamas for the release of hostages(11:48). Earth Day activities around the world and in China are focusing on reducing plastics and the harmonious co-existence between humans and nature(18:31).
Israeli and U.S. officials say Israel has launched an attack on Iran, but nuclear facilities near Tehran appear to be safe(01:04). India’s general election has kicked off and will last six weeks(12:39). And F1 has returned to Shanghai with hometown favorite Zhou Guanyu(21:04).
Organizers of the China International Consumer Products Expo has hailed this year's event as successful with record attendance numbers and achievement of its low carbon goals(01:07). The Chinese foreign minister has called for peace in the South China Sea(10:38). And Dubai International Airport is gradually recovering after the heaviest rainfall in UAE history(18:31).
China is displaying its green consumption trends at the China International Consumer Products Expo in Hainan(01:00). China's Shenzhou-18 spacecraft is at the launch area for the country's first manned space mission this year(11:48). And China and the United States have discussed military ties and financial issues in separate meetings(21:17).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has met German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Beijing and urged both countries to develop bilateral ties from a sustainable and strategic point of view(01:05). Israel says Iran will face consequences for its attack, as Tehran vows a harsher response(09:52). And the flame for the Paris Olympics has been lit in Greece(21:33).
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has visited a university and a German company in Shanghai(01:03). China is urging restraint amid tensions between Iran and Israel(08:09). And companies at the International Consumer Products Expo are focusing on innovation and cooperation(20:13).
The Queqiao-2 relay satellite has completed communication tests with the Chang’e-4 lunar probe currently exploring the far side of the moon (20:09). German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will visit China from Sunday to Tuesday (04:30). And Israel says it is preparing for scenarios outside Gaza amid growing concerns for potential Iranian attacks (12:22).
Policy makers and experts have gathered in Beijing for the China-Germany Dialogue Forum(01:03). Israel has confirmed the killing of the sons of Hamas' leader(11:06). And South Korea's opposition scores a big win in parliamentary elections(18:44).
The Chinese mainland says it will continue to provide favorable conditions for youth exchanges with Taiwan as former KMT party chairman Ma Ying-jeou leads a delegation of students in Beijing(01:04). Turkiye is restricting exports to Israel unless there is a ceasefire in Gaza(06:48). And more than 100,000 people in Russia and Kazakhstan have been ordered to flee the region’s worst flooding in 70 years(17:05).
The Chinese president and foreign minister have met visiting Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov(01:02). The PLA has carried out exercises and training in the South China Sea(08:15). Israel has set a date for a full-scale offensive into Rafah, while Hamas says there is no progress in peace talks(16:14).
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has reiterated Washington’s opposition to decoupling and joined discussions on trade and economics in China(01:07). Fujian is fast tracking its plans for high-quality development with support for innovation(09:57). And peace talks for Gaza have reportedly made progress as Israel winds down its troop numbers in the first major pullout in six months(18:13).
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng has met with U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in Guangzhou(01:06). Yellen also attended roundtable talks with business leaders. Israel says it will open more crossings for the delivery of aid into Gaza after the U.S. threatened to cut off support(08:00). And we have a special report on the popularity of mini dramas in China(21:13).
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will visit Guangzhou and Beijing for her second trip to China since last summer(01:02). Efforts in Taiwan are focused on locating the missing and helping other earthquake-affected people(10:54). And a grand ceremony has been held in northwestern China on Qingming Festival to honor the Yellow Emperor(20:52).
A magnitude-7.3 earthquake near Taiwan's east coast has killed at least nine people and sent tremors to the Chinese mainland and beyond, as mainland authorities get ready to offer support(01:07). U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is visiting China again after the presidents of the two countries had a candid conversation on ties(07:58). And severe weather will continue to bring strong winds hail, or heavy rain in southern and eastern China(22:51).
Iran says the attack on its consulate in Syria will not go unanswered(01:04). China is among countries that condemned the airstrike on Iran’s diplomatic mission in Damascus(04:24). And Moscow says it will sue Ukraine in international courts for its alleged role in the deadly concert hall attack last month(20:23).
The Chinese and French foreign ministers have met in Beijing to discuss ways of enhancing ties, including in trade, green development, and artificial intelligence(01:11). China is marking the seventh anniversary of the innovative and world-class Xiongan New Area in Hebei Province(08:14). The Turkish president has said his ruling coalition will have to reflect on its shortcomings following disappointing results in local elections(16:53).
The annual conference of the Boao Forum has wrapped up in Hainan, with Chinese delegates calling for solidarity and cooperation to address global challenges(01:25). China has seen a busy week of diplomacy, with the Nauran president on the final day of his first state visit after the two nations restored ties earlier this year(13:14). And gang violence continues to wreak havoc in Haiti, prompting the United Nations to respond(19:05).
At the Boao Forum for Asia, China's top legislator has made the case for enterprises to continue to invest in China(01:06).Violence on the Israel-Lebanon border is rising as Israeli forces trade fire with Hezbollah(09:55).Divers near the Port of Baltimore have recovered two bodies of missing workers following the bridge collapse(17:15).
The Chinese president has met with US business leaders and scholars in Beijing, calling for more exchanges between the people(01:10). The Boao Forum for Asia currently underway in southern China has focused on topics including AI and green development(08:37). US authorities have ended their active search for six people missing after the collapse of a bridge in Baltimore(18:07).
The Boao Forum for Asia is now underway in southern China with major topics including global security, the world economy, and artificial intelligence(01:02). China and Honduras are marking one year since the establishment of diplomatic ties(08:30). The UN Security Council has approved a ceasefire resolution for Gaza(17:03).
The Chinese capital is busy with a flurry of diplomatic activity as leaders from several nations are visiting(01:03).The Chinese premier has delivered a keynote speech at the China Development Forum in Beijing(11:02). Russia has observed a day of mourning for victims of the concert hall shooting in a Moscow suburb on Friday(19:54).
A truce may be on the horizon as the international community is mediating peace in Gaza(01:15). China has unveiled a raft of measures to facilitate the growth of the private economy(12:05). And the UN has adopted a new resolution to address some of the challenges posed by AI(21:05).
At a symposium in Changsha, the Chinese president has called for greater efforts to energize the economic performance of the country's central region(01:07). The Chinese foreign minister has wrapped up his visit in the southern hemisphere following a meeting with former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating(09:14). Russia has announced the evacuation of children from a border region amid fighting with Ukrainian forces(17:01).
The Chinese president has stressed the importance of farmers and food security amid his tour of Hunan Province in central China(01:05).The Third International Forum on Democracy has kicked off in Beijing with hundreds of delegates from 70 countries and regions(08:36). Israel has agreed to send a delegation to the US to discuss the Middle East country's planned invasion of Rafah(19:31).
The Chinese foreign minister has left for Australia after meetings in New Zealand with the prime minister and other top officials(01:07). A Pakistani scholar has hailed China's version of democracy as "thriving" and with "robust vitality."(15:15) A UN report says catastrophic hunger is imminent in northern Gaza amid the ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel(15:15).
The Chinese foreign minister is in New Zealand for the first leg of a tour that will also take him to Australia(00:59). China's low-altitude economy continues to advance(08:43). Russian President Vladimir Putin has secured a fifth term in office(16:54).
China and Angola have agreed to uplift their ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership(01:06). One of Haiti's most powerful gang leaders is threatening any potential leader of a transitional council following the prime minister's resignation(13:01). Russian voters are now casting their ballots in a presidential election(21:57).
China has officially started trialing a visa-free entry program for six more European nations(01:09). Israel says it is going to flood Gaza with humanitarian aid, and is blaming relief organizations for failing to help in the embattled enclave(12:25). The non-profit Gun Violence Archive says the US has already recorded 70 mass shootings across 23 states so far this year(20:34).
China says it's ready to share opportunities with the world through initiatives related to its New Quality Productive Forces(01:03). The US appears to be all set for its first presidential election rematch since the 1950s(09:45). Haiti is in transition following the prime minister's promise to resign(19:22).
China is marking its 46th National Tree Planting Day, saying it greened nearly four million hectares last year(01:06). Experts are weighing in on how China's New Quality Productive Forces will shape the country's development(06:25). Reports indicate that Haiti's prime minister has resigned following pressure from armed groups that have largely overrun the capital(14:07).
China's annual Two Sessions have ended with the approval of the Government World Report and other important agenda items(01:07). Muslims around the world are now celebrating the holy month of Ramadan, though the fighting in Gaza has muted the celebrations(17:00). Protests appear likely in Japan as the country marks the 13th anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear disaster(25:10).
The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress has delivered its work report, noting the progress made in building China into a modern socialist country (03:06). The Chinese president has met with delegates from the armed forces (01:10). Israel and Hamas are trading blame with each other over the lack of a ceasefire in Gaza (21:18).
China's foreign minister has hailed the positive outcomes of the country's diplomacy over the past year (01:05). Digital technology is aiding China's agricultural sector and ensuring the country's food security (13:40). After five months of conflict in Gaza, much needed aid in the embattled enclave remains scarce (19:17).
The Chinese president continues to promote the idea of new quality productive forces at the ongoing Two Sessions meetings in Beijing (01:11). Joe Biden and Donald Trump have dominated the nomination contests of their respective parties (18:32). Talks in Cairo about reaching a truce in Gaza appear to have run into some difficulties (23:22).
China's 14th People's Congress has opened its second session in Beijing (01:04). The South Korean government is considering police action against striking doctors (20:34). Argentina has shut down the country's state news agency Telam (26:21).
China's political season is underway with the CPPCC convening its annual session on Monday and the NPC on Tuesday (01:09). Hamas has joined Qatar and the U.S. in negotiations in Cairo but Israel was absent (17:10). And a special Chinese representative has held talks with Russian officials as he begins another round of shuttle diplomacy on the Ukraine conflict (20:33).
Gaza authorities say Israeli forces killed over 100 Palestinians scrambling for humanitarian aid (01:09). The Sierra Leone President is seeking to attract more Chinese investment in the West African nation (15:26). A climatologist says dry season conditions fueled the Texas wildfire (27:06).
China's Two Sessions meetings starting next week will embrace "new productive forces" in the country's economy(01:05).Trainee doctors in South Korea are defying government orders to return to work amid a dispute over medical school admissions(13:20).China's efforts to reduce medicine costs for people suffering from rare diseases have borne fruit(23:15).
Japan is again discharging nuclear contaminated water into the Pacific Ocean (18:11). Stakeholders are cautiously optimistic about a ceasefire in Gaza, with the US president saying a deal is close (01:05). China makes preparations for the upcoming Two Sessions (14:25).
China's Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei integrated development initiative marks ten years as a national strategy (01:02). The Palestinian president has accepted the resignation of the territory's government (10:12). Polls show there is not much public support for striking doctors in South Korea (22:56).
The sixth session of the UN Environment Assembly is taking place in Nairobi, Kenya (20:29). China's top legislature is preparing for its annual session (01:05). Qatar and Egypt will hold talks on reaching a truce in the Israel-Hamas conflict (09:12).
China tells the UN's top court that justice "must not be denied" to Palestinians (01:08). G20 foreign ministers have wrapped up their meeting in Brazil, focusing on global security and the reform of global institutions (16:13). And China renews cooperation efforts on international giant panda conservation (21:15).
Chinese weather authorities have issued the highest alert level for a cold wave that's sweeping much of the country (00:53). China and the Republic of the Congo are marking 60 years of bilateral relations (07:10). Israeli lawmakers have voted to reject any unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state (19:00).
The Chinese foreign minister has met with the French president in Paris, with the two sides pledging to enhance cooperation(01:02). The U.S. has once again vetoed a potential Gaza ceasefire that was approved by most other members of the UN Security Council(10:43). Chinese authorities have issued cold weather warnings affecting many parts of the country(20:32).
China aims to improve land management to promote high-quality development(01:01).The US has proposed a draft UN Security Council Resolution for a ceasefire in Gaza(12:45). And China's Greater Bay Area plan has benefited the southern city of Macao in the past five years(19:43).
The Chinese foreign minister is in Spain for high-level meetings following his stop at the Munich Security Conference in Germany(00:52). Many sectors of China's economy have reported strong growth over the recent Spring Festival holiday(11:20). Israel has set a deadline for a possible offensive in Rafah(17:58).
China increases transport capacity to cope with surging traffic toward the end of the Spring Festival holiday(01:00). Ecuador ratifies a free trade agreement with China(09:55). Israel's special forces raid Gaza's largest functioning hospital(21:02).
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will attend the 60th Munich Security Conference where he will deliver a speech(01:07). China has seen a surge in commodity and services consumption during the Spring Festival holiday(04:19). At least eight children are among the over 20 people injured in a shooting at the end of Wednesday's parade to celebrate the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl victory(26:13).
China's Spring Festival box office is booming with more than five billion yuan in tickets sales (01:05). There are fears over the possible consequences of an Israeli ground attack in Rafah (13:50). The US House of Representatives has voted to impeach the homeland security secretary, blaming him for record flows of migrants across the U.S.-Mexico border (17:39).
Commercial areas across China are buzzing with New Year vibes as tourism and spending remain robust (00:59). China has added seven new national-level ski resorts amid the continued interest in winter sports (17:57). And China has urged Israel to stop its assaults on Rafah (09:53).
Hundreds of millions of people are traveling as they welcome the Chinese New Year, and they’re also contributing to soaring box office numbers (00:56). Egypt is beefing up defenses from across the border as Israel strikes Rafah (15:24). And Patrick Mahomes is Super Bowl MVP for a third time after helping the Kansas City Chiefs win another Super Bowl (21:47).
People in China and beyond welcome the Year of the Loong (Chinese dragon) with record travels（00:55）. China and Singapore have enacted a mutual visa free policy with each allowing visits up to 30 days(11:32). And China’s central bank has pledged efforts to improve financial services(38:15).
Chinese travelers are setting new records amid this year's Spring Festival travel rush(01:02). Hopes for a ceasefire in Gaza remain alive as Egyptian sources hint at efforts for a new round of negotiations(12:01). Emerging technologies are driving a new round of agricultural innovation in rural Zhejiang Province(19:02).
China and the U.S. have held the third round of talks under an economic working group(01:02). China's Spring Festival travel rush is in full swing, but snowstorms are causing disruptions to transport services(09:08). Diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire in Gaza are intensifying(19:08).
The Chinese and Norwegian foreign ministers have held talks in Beijing touching on issues including multilateralism and free trade(01:05). The US Secretary of State is in the Middle East for the fifth time since the start of the current conflict in Gaza(13:44). Forest fires in Chile have destroyed entire neighborhoods and killed at least 120 people(21:32).
China has released its annual No. 1 Central Document with emphasis on food security, rural development, and governance(01:04). Israel and Hamas remain divided over the ceasefire framework that Qatar, Egypt, and the U.S. negotiated in Paris(16:22). And early returns from El Salvador's elections indicate a second term for the incumbent president(24:31).
Israel has rejected an executive order from the US on sanctions against four Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank(01:03). A Chinese diplomat speaks about the Antigua and Barbuda PM’s recent China visit(11:33). Many people across northern China are marking Xiaonian, the Festival of the Kitchen God(23:10).
Israel is reportedly carrying out attacks in Gaza as Hamas is said to be studying a ceasefire proposal(01:04). The International Court of Justice has rejected most of the claims Ukraine has made against Russia(10:43). And the Chinese foreign ministry has held a New Year reception in Beijing for foreign diplomats and their spouses(21:15).
China and the US have inaugurated an anti-narcotics working group in Beijing(01:03). Hamas says it is studying a proposal for a truce in Gaza(10:35).The US House Committee on Homeland Security is considering articles of impeachment against the Homeland Security Secretary(21:06).
Qatar's prime minister has announced a proposed framework for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas(01:06). The Chinese embassy in the US is marking 45 years of student exchanges, even as some Chinese students face difficulties entering the US(08:42). French farmers are blocking roads around Paris in protest of rising prices and what they call unfair competition(20:54).
The Chinese foreign minister has met with the Thai prime minister in Bangkok as the two countries agree on a visa-free policy for travelers(01:06).The ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hamas threaten to spill over into the wider region(10:55). And the registration rate for new firearms in Brazil has dropped sharply over the last year(21:12).
The Chinese president has called for stronger ties with France while marking 60 years of diplomatic relations (00:57). China's annual Spring Festival travel rush, the largest human migration on Earth, is now underway (11:46). And officials in Gaza say an Israeli strike has killed 20 Palestinians who were in line waiting for food aid (20:05).
China and Uzbekistan have agreed to upgrade bilateral ties following a meeting in Beijing between the presidents of the two countries (00:58). Yemen's Houthi group says its fighters have targeted more American warships in the Red Sea (08:03). Russia says a military transport downed over Russian territory was carrying Ukrainian prisoners (17:43).
China and Nauru have officially resumed diplomatic relations at the ambassadorial level (00:54). The head of the UN has repeated his call for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza (18:22). China's central bank says it will cut the reserve requirement ratio for financial institutions by 0.5 percentage points from February 5 (35:23).
Rescue and disaster relief efforts are still underway in Yunnan after a landslide struck a mountainous village in the province (00:55). China has released a white paper on its efforts and international cooperation in the fight against terrorism (05:08). Air China says it will increase capacity and enrich travel products for the upcoming Spring Festival travel rush (36:42).
Rescuers are searching for villagers trapped under the rubble after a landslide in Yunnan Province (00:57). The Israeli prime minister has rejected a Hamas ceasefire proposal and continues to oppose Palestinian statehood (09:23). And Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has dropped out of the U.S. presidential race and is endorsing Donald Trump (15:04).
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has spoken highly of the extensive high-level cooperation between Russia and China (05:09). UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed deep concern over the recent exchange of military strikes between Iran and Pakistan (15:31). A U.S. report outlines "cascading failures" in law enforcement during a school shooting in Texas nearly two years ago (24:57).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s visit is expected to consolidate China’s ties with Ireland in trade and people-to-people exchanges (00:57). China’s Tianzhou-7 cargo spacecraft has delivered fresh supplies including Chinese New Year gifts to the Tiangong space station (05:05). And priorities for China’s top economic regulator in 2024 include facilitating industrial digitalization and deepening opening up (37:28).
China's GDP reached 126 trillion yuan last year (00:51). Chinese Premier Li Qiang says China-Ireland ties have great potential as he visits Dublin (11:16). And China is expecting a record nine billion passenger trips during the Spring Festival travel rush (23:31).
China and Switzerland have agreed to support the early launch of formal negotiations to upgrade their free trade agreement (01:00). Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has inaugurated a Belt and Road project in Tunisia during his visit (04:34). And Chinese players have displayed brilliant comeback performances at the Australian Open (46:30).
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has held talks with Egyptian and Arab League leaders about Gaza and bilateral ties (06:32). Nauru has announced its commitment to the One China Principle (10:57). And the corporate bond market at the Beijing Stock Exchange is now trading (36:15).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is calling for closer cooperation between China and Europe to promote multilateralism and economic globalization (30:52). South Africa has accused Israel of genocide in the top UN court (11:41). And China’s foreign trade was up 0.2 percent in 2023 (38.42).
Foreigners who travel to China for business, study and tourism can now enter the country faster and with less paperwork (04:35). The Belgian prime minister is the first European leader to visit China this year (00:55). And Ecuador's president says the country is at war with criminal gangs (12:45).
Trade and tourism are key topics during the Maldivian president's state visit to China (00:54). China and the U.S. have resumed in-person military contact (04:10). And Ecuador is now under an "internal armed conflict" declaration after a series of violent incidents including a high-profile prison break and the storming of a live TV show (11:09).
China's foreign minister has highlighted cooperation, multilateralism and inclusivity in the country's diplomatic work (00:54). A senior Hezbollah leader is killed in southern Lebanon (03:29). And German football legend Franz Beckenbauer has died aged 78 (47:01).
Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu is scheduled to meet Chinese leaders and sign cooperation documents with Chinese President Xi Jinping (00:53). U.S Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in the Middle East again with an effort to prevent the conflict from spreading (15:49). And China is expecting 80 million air passenger travels during the Spring Festival travel rush that begins on Jan. 26 (30:49).
China's "ice city" Harbin declares a holiday to welcome the Ice and Snow Festival (38:20). South Korea orders evacuations on two islands after North Korea fired artillery shells into waters nearby (00:58). And the Islamic State claims responsibility for the explosions in Kerman, Iran (03:15).
Iran has vowed to punish those responsible for the twin blasts in Kerman (00:59). Hezbollah and Israel suggest they don't want the war to spread out of Gaza, but the Hezbollah leader has warned against attacking Lebanese territory (07:32). And Donald Trump has appealed his removal from the Colorado primary ballot to the Supreme Court (10:08).
Records show the Japanese Coast Guard aircraft that collided with a passenger plane did not have permission to enter the runway, contrary to the pilot’s account (00:58). The deputy Hamas chief is killed in a blast in Beirut (08:48). And China's top economic regulator is rolling out more pragmatic measures to support the private economy (38:06).
There are no tsunami warnings for Japan but more aftershocks following a 7.6-magnitude earthquake (00:53). Israel says it will pull some troops out of Gaza in a shift to a new phase of its war against Hamas (10:22). And China and Thailand are waiving visas for each other's citizens starting March (26:23).
The leaders of China and the United States have exchanged congratulatory messages, expressing their hope at advancing ties (05:56). Japan has issued a tsunami warning after a strong earthquake (14:34). And the BRICS officially admits five new members (24:18).
Maine has barred Donald Trump from running in the state's presidential primary (08:24). China's civil aviation authorities say the total number of flights during the New Year holiday will jump 85 percent compared with a year ago (24:14). And we look back on the top ten news stories that highlight China's domestic achievements in the year of 2023 (19:56).
Chinese company Xiaomi has unveiled its SU7 electric sedan (38:29). Israel launches more attacks on both Gaza and the West Bank (06:07). The United States has reached immigration deals with Mexico (08:17).
Huangshan Mountain in eastern China is seeing a surge in visitor numbers and revenue as people make their New Year trips (20:49). Israel's budget deficit will triple next year as it prepares to fight Hamas for months (05:29). And Turkiye has taken the first step to ratify Finland's NATO bid (07:14).
Guangzhou Baiyun Railway Station has reopened after undergoing a major renovation (19:06). Some shipping companies have announced plans to return to the Red Sea despite Houthi attacks (05:20). And protesters are still calling for Serbia’s election results to be annulled (07:30).
China removes tariffs on almost all taxable products from six least developed African countries (36:57). The situation in Gaza keeps getting worse amid relentless bombardment as talks intensify to boost aid for the enclave (00:56). And Classes have resumed online in earthquake affected regions in northwest China with a focus on the children's mental well-being (10:51).
The Czech Republic has declared a day of national morning after the country's worst mass shooting at a university in the capital (08:20). Talks are still underway to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza as a hunger crisis grips the territory (02:03). And we have a special report on Tesla's Shanghai Gigafactory reaping the benefits of China's opening up (20:02).
Resettlement shelters are keeping people warm in temperatures as low as -14 degrees Celsius after a 6.2-magnitude earthquake in northwest China (00:49). Prospects for another ceasefire in Gaza remain uncertain as both Hamas and Israel exert their demands (07:54). And the DRC has extended voting in its presidential election amid logistical challenges (18:35).
Macao is enjoying closer bonds with the Chinese mainland 24 years after its return (18:27). Traffic has resumed and power is back on after a strong earthquake in northwest China. The focus is now on helping survivors (02:35). And Hamas’ leader is in Cairo to negotiate a ceasefire as the Israeli president says his country is ready to talk (09:33).
Emergency relief personnel and supplies are being rushed to Gansu and Qinghai where an earthquake has killed more than 100 (02:23). Israel says it’s shifting to a new phase of its conflict with Hamas and may allow residents to return to northern Gaza (07:29). And the incumbent Egyptian president has won a third term amid record voter turnout (18:24).
China has become the world's second largest economy since its Reform and Opening-up in 1978 (02:33). Sources from Egypt say Israel and Hamas have shown signs of readiness to negotiate a new truce (13:41). And a round-the-island tourist highway has opened in Hainan (20:53).
U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has met Israeli officials and called for restraint in Gaza (02:38). The European Union has decided to begin membership talks with Ukraine (09:57). And China’s key economic indicators have shown growth in November (39:37).
Hamas says it is ready to talk with Israel for initiatives that will lead to another ceasefire in Gaza (02:40). Russian President Vladimir has taken part in a televised event answering questions from the public (11:59). And large parts of China are bracing for steep temperature drops (24:52).
China and Vietnam have released a joint statement on advancing ties in areas including national defense, security, and the economy (02:42). COP28 has adopted a deal on transitioning away from all fossil fuels (14:11). And the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza (19:21).
Visiting Chinese President Xi Jinping has held talks with General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee (02:40). People in Gaza are facing food shortages and soaring prices (12:04). And some COP28 delegates are unhappy about a draft that drops phasing out fossil fuels (19:05).
Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to Vietnam on Tuesday and Wednesday (02:32). New Argentine President Javier Milei has promised radical changes to tackle economic challenges (12:48). And countries at COP28 are trying to find common ground in the final phase of the conference (21:56).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has co-chaired a summit with EU leaders in Beijing (02:03). Fierce fighting between Israel and Hamas are reported in southern Gaza (13:54). And Greece and Turkiye have pledged to strengthen bilateral cooperation (22:45).
Chinese President Xi Jinping meets EU leaders in Beijing (02:28). Israel says it has encircled the house of top Hamas leader (09:32). And scientists say climate threats to humanity are drawing closer (20:03).
The Israeli military says it has carried out the most intensive day of fighting in Gaza (02:30). China and EU leaders are set to discuss a wide range of topics at the upcoming summit in Beijing (09:41). And officials say Europe is facing a huge risk of terrorist attacks (23:19).
Israel has expanded its offensive against Hamas into southern Gaza (02:28). Chinese and EU leaders are set to meet in Beijing (09:19). And the 5th day of COP 28 kicked off with a focus on climate finance (24:19).
Chinese, Belarusian presidents have pledged to enhance ties during their meeting in Beijing (02:31). Israel says the military campaign against Hamas will continue (14:51). And Venezuelans have voted on the ownership of a disputed territory with Guyana (20:56).
Fighting has resumed in Gaza after an extended truce came to an end(02:38). China has set out visions for the Yangtze River Delta development(11:01). And the ongoing COP28 has set up a climate disaster fund(25:28).
Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend the truce in Gaza by one more day(02:43). The Chinese president has learned about Shanghai's efforts to strengthen its competitiveness during an inspection tour of the financial hub(16:02). And the 28th UN climate meeting has kicked off in Dubai(27:28).
Reports indicate that Israel and Hamas could extend the truce in Gaza(02:48). The first China International Supply Chain Expo is underway in Beijing(12:28). And NATO is calling for continued backing for Ukraine, while Moscow accuses the bloc of viewing Russia as an adversary(21:04).
Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend their truce by another two days(02:41). The first China International Supply Chain Expo has opened in Beijing(13:14). And Interpol is calling for stronger cooperation against transnational organized crime(20:41).
The four-day truce between Israel and Hamas is in its final day(02:41). The foreign ministers of China, Japan, and South Korea have held a meeting on regional and global development(09:41). And Canada and the U.S. are bracing for the annual flu season(17:35).
A four-day truce between Israel and Hamas has begun(02:43). China has released a development blueprint for the next phase of the Belt and Road Initiative(07:41). And Dutch voters are in shock after a far-right party's victory in elections(19:01).
China and Uruguay have agreed to elevate bilateral relations(02:40).Israel says the release of hostages under a truce deal with Hamas will start Friday(12:12).And Albania's prime minister is encouraging NATO to increase its military presence in Kosovo(21:29).
Israel's cabinet has approved a temporary ceasefire with Hamas(02:47). China and Uzbekistan's foreign ministers have announced the establishment of a strategic dialogue platform(12:24). And North Korea has confirmed that it has orbited a military satellite(22:49).
The head of Hamas says the group is close to reaching a truce with Israel (02:34). Air China has resumed direct flights between Beijing and Washington, DC (13:17). A new report from the UN includes a grim warning about rising global temperatures (26:46).
The president of Uruguay has landed in Beijing for a state visit (02:33). China's foreign minister has met with several visiting foreign ministers from Arab and Muslim countries to discuss the situation in Palestine (12:50). Voters in Argentina have elected a new president (20:11).
The Chinese president delivered a written speech at the APEC CEO Summit, stressing that development for all is the overarching goal of Asia-Pacific cooperation(05:24). Israel's military says it has found tunnels and weapons under a hospital in the Gaza Strip(15:15). Spain's incumbent prime minister secures a new term following a controversial deal with Catalan separatists(20:48).
The Chinese president has proposed a plan for promoting cooperation between Beijing and Washington(02:48). Israeli troops have withdrawn from al-Shifa hospital in Gaza after a 16-hour military operation(16:53). The UK is planning to confirm Rwanda as a "safe country" to support a deportation scheme for asylum seekers(23:58).
The leaders of China and the United States are in San Francisco for in-person talks(02:46). The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a funding bill to avoid a government shutdown(16:58). And China's economy showed a sustained recovery in October(38:34).
China says the heads of state from China and the United States are discussing fundamental issues affecting bilateral relations in San Francisco(02:47). Hamas says it is ready to release more hostages in exchange for a five-day ceasefire(17:54). And Argentina is choosing between two widely differing presidential candidates(22:05).
China-U.S. relations are in the spotlight as Chinese President Xi Jinping prepares to meet U.S. President Joe Biden and attend the APEC meetings in San Francisco(02:44). Hospitals in Gaza are running out of supplies amid Israeli attacks on the enclave(11:34). And the China-Laos Railway is offering tourism services from Beijing to Vientiane(26:53).
China has released a white paper outlining the tremendous economic growth and cultural development in the Xizang region(02:52). The 6th China International Import Expo has set a new record for the annual event with over 78 billion US dollars in tentative deals(11:11). And Israel has agreed to daily, humanitarian pauses in the fighting with Hamas militants in the Gaza Strip(25:14).
US exhibitors at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai have signed half a billion dollars in deals(02:45). Israeli officials say the country's troops are now battling Hamas militants in the heart of Gaza City(15:40). Ukraine and Moldova have taken a step towards membership in the European Union(26:38).
The Chinese president has addressed the 2023 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit via video(02:42). Israel says its forces have reached the heart of Gaza City(19:51). And Britain's King Charles III makes his first speech to the parliament since his coronation(28:03).
China's president has met with Australia's prime minister in Beijing, with the two sides discussing the potential for trade and cooperation(02:46). The health ministry in Gaza has announced a grim milestone amid the conflict between Hamas and Israel(20:27). And Donald Trump has testified at the 250-million-dollar fraud case against him in New York(27:22).
The annual CIIE is underway with thousands of exhibitors in Shanghai(02:44). The Israeli military has divided the Gaza strip into two(20:53). And climate officials from China and the U.S. have met in California(28:01).
The Israeli military has encircled Gaza City as Hamas hits back with hit-and-run attacks(02:48). Several foreign leaders are visiting China, with more on the way ahead of the annual import expo in Shanghai(11:38). And the UN General Assembly has once again voted overwhelmingly against the US trade embargo on Cuba(23:04).
Two days of Israeli airstrikes on a refugee camp in Gaza have killed hundreds of civilians(02:49).The Chinese and Honduran foreign ministers have met in Beijing(14:00). And the UN has warned Pakistan about its plans to force undocumented foreign nationals out of the country(24:39).
Israel's military has expanded its ground operation in Gaza(02:46). Flying Tigers members and their families are in Beijing aiming to rekindle the spirit of cooperation between China and the US(12:07). King Charles III has acknowledged the painful aspects of colonialism on his tour in Kenya(24:11).
The Shenzhou-16 crew has returned to Beijing after landing safely(02:44). The Israeli prime minister rejects calls for a ceasefire in Gaza(16:50). And the EU urges Serbia and Kosovo to mend relations(24:35).
The 10th Beijing Xiangshan Forum discussing defense and security issues is underway.(02:42) Reports indicate more Israeli artillery and air strikes amid the ground invasion of Gaza.(13:40) And the Turkish republic marks the 100th anniversary of its founding.(23:33)
China's foreign minister meets the US secretary of state in Washington (02:31). Israel launches a limited ground offensive in Gaza (20:25). And a manhunt is underway following deadly shootings in Maine (27:53).
China's Shenzhou-17 mission is now in orbit (02:36). The Israel-Palestine conflict kills over 8,000 (11:32). And the U.S. House elects a new speaker (19:10).
The Chinese president meets the visiting governor of California in Beijing(02:41). Palestinian authorities say getting aid into war-torn Gaza continues to be a struggle(16:38). And China will launch its latest manned space mission on Thursday(23:23).
The Chinese foreign minister will visit the U.S.(02:42) Israel prepares for "unrelenting attacks" on Hamas(12:31). And the French president says Europe is seeing a rise in terrorism(23:00).
The violence between Israel and Palestine shows no signs of abating(02:44). The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge celebrates five years of operation(12:50). And conflict pushes millions of children in Sudan out of school(24:38).
China and Laos sign a new five-year plan on boosting cooperation (02:33). Clashes continue in Gaza (14:34). Jim Jordan vows to stay in the race for the U.S. House Speaker (23:51).
China outlines future of the Belt and Road Initiative (00:56). Nearly 5,000 are dead in the Israel-Palestine conflict (15:29). China is set to launch its latest manned space mission (22:51).
Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers a keynote speech at the BRI forum in Beijing(02:38). Hundreds are dead in a hospital blast in Gaza(23:57). Ukraine confirms deployment of U.S.-supplied long-range missiles(27:36).
Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with foreign leaders who are in Beijing to participate in the third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation(02:43). Israeli military continues pounding Gaza with air strikes(19:44). And police shoot dead the suspect accused of killing Swedish football fans in Brussels(27:23).
World leaders arrive in Beijing for the 3rd Belt and Road Forum.(02:39) China attracts a wave of foreign entrepreneurs from BRI countries.(10:26) And Australians reject a proposal over Indigenous rights.(20:56)
The Chinese president calls on local governments along the Yangtze River to prioritize conservation and green development（02:42）. Israel orders over a million people in northern Gaza to relocate south within 24 hours (13:39). In the US, the Republican candidate for Speaker of the House withdraws his bid after failing to secure enough votes (22:17).
Fighting between Israel and Palestine continues as aid groups struggle to bring in life-saving supplies (01:05). China and North Macedonia marks 30 years of bilateral ties (09:21). And another strong earthquake hits western Afghanistan where thousands died last week (20:05)
China marks the progress of the Belt and Road Initiative as Beijing and its partners celebrate 10 years of cooperation under the framework.(01:06) The Israeli military has retaken border areas seized by Hamas militants.(12:14) And Romania pledges ongoing support for Ukraine's efforts to export grain to global markets.(22:10)
The Chinese president hails China-US relations as the most important in the world.(01:04) Israel intensifies airstrikes on the Gaza Strip.(10:20) And the International Monetary Fund lowers its growth forecast for the global economy.(19:57)
The Chinese president holds talks with a U.S. delegation headed by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (01:00). Oil prices jumps following clashes between Israel and Hamas (11:57). Chinese experts helps restore an ancient Uzbek city on the Silk Road (21:49).
Tourism revenue generated during China's National Day holiday has exceeded the pre-pandemic level (15:18). A drone attack in central Syria has killed nearly 90 and injured hundreds of others (00:54). Athletes of different delegations say they have enjoyed their stay in Hangzhou during the 16-day Asian Games (09:17).
Japan is once again dumping nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the Pacific Ocean.(00:55) Over 75-thousand workers have walked off the job in the United States, demanding higher wages.(05:53) And China has claimed its first ever men's marathon title at the Asian Games. (10:44)
In a historic vote, Republican Kevin McCarthy has been ousted as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives (2:38). Passenger numbers have surged as Chinese travelers enjoy an extended holiday period (10:09). And China has expressed strong opposition to a European anti-subsidy investigation involving Chinese-made new energy vehicles (19:19).
Domestic travel in China was up 76 percent year on year during the first three days of the Golden Week holiday (2:34). A fellow U.S. Republican has filed a resolution to remove Kevin McCarthy from speakership (14:16). And China and Brazil have completed their first transaction using local currencies (16:48).
There is a surge in holiday travel and spending in China amid the National Day Golden Week (00:53). The U.S. has delayed a government shutdown for at least 45 days (07:56). And China's Chang'e-5 lunar program has won an international award (15:05).
China's rail and air transportation networks have made preparations for the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays (2:38). Half of the residents in Nagorno-Karaakh have left the region (11:23). And China's Chang'e-6 lunar mission is set for launch in the coming months (18:13).
A high-speed rail line in Fujian Province connects several key coastal cities in the eastern Province. (08:04) Azerbaijan has arrested a former Armenian leader in Nagorno-Karabakh.(10:01) And the French ambassador is back in Paris from Niger.(18:31)
The first Saudi ambassador has arrived in the West Bank and met with the Palestinian president (02:35). A New York judge has found Donald Trump liable for fraud (14:07). And a 13-year-old skateboarder has become China's youngest gold medalist at the Asian Games (47:56).
China has detailed its efforts in building a Global Community with a Shared Future in a white paper (02:38). The United States has recognized two Pacific Island nations as independent states (10:01). And two Ukrainian grain vessels have arrived in Turkiye via a new Black Sea route (11:58).
The first group of Chinese tourists is in Thailand following a new visa waiver (20:08). Residents are leaving Nagorno-Karabakh as leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan prepare to meet in Spain to discuss peace (02:38). And NASA's first asteroid sample fetched from deep space has landed on Earth (36:19).
China and Syria establish a strategic partnership. (01:20) Israel looks to normalize ties with Saudi Arabia. (21:57) And China announces flag bearers for the upcoming Hangzhou Asian Games. (47:13)
Senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi has met Russian President Vladimir Putin before concluding a visit to Russia.(09:28) Azerbaijan and Armenia have reached a ceasefire deal over fighting in Nagorno-Karabakh.(11:59) And China's Shenzhou-16 crew has offered a science class from the Tiangong Space Station.(20:49)
The UN chief is calling for united action to tackle global challenges (02:38). India has expelled a Canadian diplomat in an escalation of a row over the killing of an alleged separatist leader (11:57). And conflict has flared again in Nagorno-Karabakh (35:30).
China's vice president has reiterated the country's commitment to supporting world peace and development, and the hope that the U.S. will take action to improve ties (02:35). Iran and the U.S. have exchanged prisoners following the release of frozen Iranian funds (11:30). And early action is underway at the Hangzhou Asian Games (48:20).
China commemorates the 92nd anniversary of the incident that marked the beginning of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (19:51). Deals worth 480 billion yuan in investment have been signed at the China-ASEAN Expo (01:40). And New York's Climate Week has begun with protests demanding a ban on fossil fuels (17:49).
China and Zambia agree to lift their relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership. (01:44)Authorities in Libya want to find out if human failings are responsible for the flood disaster. (10:23)And the son of U.S. President Joe Biden is indicted on firearm charges. (25:01)
Zambia's president is in Beijing for the last leg of his China visit (01:01). Officials put the number of deaths in Libya's flooding at over 6,000 (07:35). And China has a plan to build a demonstration zone for integrated development across the Taiwan Straits. (19:44).
Storm Daniel causes thousands of casualties in Libya (02:31). The Chinese president meets his visiting Venezuelan counterpart in Beijing (12:47). Young people in China are exploring a new trend in socializing (23:59).
More than 2,000 people are feared dead in flooding in eastern Libya (02:37). The presidents of Venezuela and Zambia continue their state visits in China (10:44). And North Korea's top leader is visiting Russia (18:54).
Morocco has announced a fund to help those affected by the earthquake that has killed more than 2,000 (02:34). Zambia's president begins his state visit to China in Shenzhen (12:10). And protests have taken place in Chile 50 years after a U.S.-backed coup (24:25).
The Chinese president has toured parts of northeast China recently ravaged by heavy rains and floods.(01:22) The Chinese premier is on an official visit to Indonesia following his participation in the 18th ASEAN Summit in Jakarta.(12:00) And a former Trump administration White House trade advisor has been found guilty of contempt of Congress.(22:06)
Indonesia says there should be more cooperation between ASEAN and China for regional development.(01:20) Last month was the hottest August on record.(10：36) And Gabon's junta says ousted President Ali Bongo can seek medical help abroad.(24:50)
Chinese Premier Li Qiang hails the China-ASEAN friendship and calls for efforts to tackle challenges (02:40). A former national chairman of a U.S. far-right group has received the longest prison term so far given to anyone involved in the January 6 attack (18:04). And the UAE has pledged 4.5 billion U.S. dollars to support sustainable development in Africa (25:57).
The Chinese premier is attending the ASEAN Summit where unity and inclusiveness are in focus (02:36). Turkiye's president says the Black Sea grain deal may be restored soon after talks with his Russian counterpart (16:31). And Typhoon Haikui has resulted in casualties in Fujian (26:31).
Typhoon Haikui has lashed Taiwan and is moving toward the Chinese mainland (11:23). We visit the Culture and Tourism Pavilion at CIFTIS (02:37). And Zheng Qinwen is through to the last 16 at the U.S. Open (47:14).
The Chinese president has met with Benin's president in Beijing.(01:22) China's coastal regions brace for powerful storms.(09:53) Japan's fishing industry suffers the fallout of the country's nuclear wastewater release in the ocean.(20:16)
Benin's president is paying his first state visit to China in five years.(05:43) The military junta in Gabon has named a transitional leader.(09:27) And a maximum alert is in place as Typhoon Saola approaches China.(10:32)
James Cleverly is the first top diplomat from the UK to visit China in five years (02:34). Military officers in Gabon have seized power after President Ali Bongo Ondimba's election win (09:42). And typhoons are causing trouble in southern China and North America (18:55).
Commerce chiefs from China and the U.S. have met in Beijing and initiated a system where they exchange information on export control (02:41). Chinese markets and restaurants have stopped offering Japanese seafood (08:06). And Florida is bracing for its first hurricane of the season (21:48).
Gina Raimondo is the fourth high-level U.S. official to visit China in recent months (02:36). Russia has confirmed the death of the Wagner group chief after DNA tests (08:17). And e-sports is ready to make its debut at the Hangzhou Asian Games (21:50).
President Xi meets leaders from Iran, the Republic of the Congo, Malawi, Tanzania, and Namibia on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit.(01:08) Donald Trump turns himself in at a Georgia jail to face racketeering and conspiracy charges.(11:11) Russian President Vladimir Putin offers condolences to the families of a recent plane crash.(20:56)
China's president has called the BRICS expansion to include six new members historic. (01:04) Russian authorities say the Wagner group's leader has died in a plane crash. (12:56) And India is the first country to land near the moon's South Pole. (20:06)
The Chinese President urges BRICS countries to unite and bring certainty and stability to the world (31:22). Srettha Thavisin is Thailand's new prime minister (11:27). And many Canadian wildfire evacuees are still waiting to return to their homes (19:27).
South Africa has hosted a welcome ceremony for visiting Chinese President Xi Jinping (02:35). Japan will start releasing nuclear wastewater from Thursday (13:29). And U.S. President Joe Biden has surveyed the damage on Maui (24:17).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is attending the BRICS Summit in Johannesburg and paying a state visit to South Africa (02:33). Bernardo Arevalo has won Guatemala's presidential election (13:46). And the capital of Canada's Northwest Territories has nearly emptied as people flee from wildfires (33:43).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to attend the BRICS Summit in South Africa next week.(00:56) The Danish Foreign Minister is on a three-day visit to China.(09:28) Donald Trump has canceled a press conference over the 2020 election in Georgia.(18:19)
Only a few victims of the Hawaii wildfires have been identified as some residents question the response.(00:59) ECOWAS Defense chiefs are meeting in Ghana to discuss their options in response to the coup in Niger.(09:15) And England have set up a clash against Spain in the Women's World Cup final.(46:53)
Authorities are digging through the ashes on Maui to identify the victims as wildfires have killed more than 100 people (02:33). The U.S. state of Georgia has charged former president Donald Trump with trying to overturn the 2020 presidential election results (09:24). And Spain are into the Women's World Cup final (48:12).
The Chinese president is calling for efforts to maintain both high-quality development and high-level protection (02:32). Argentina devalues its currency after a far-right candidate wins the primary election (09:55). And the number of casualties in Hawaii's wildfires may dramatically increase (22:19).
At least 93 people are dead in the blazes that swept across Hawaii's Maui Island (02:38). Javier Milei is a surprise leader in Argentina's primary election (14:56). And Niger's military junta has reportedly agreed to talk with ECOWAS (18:03).
Typhoon Khanun is expected to make landfall in Liaoning Province in the northeast after cutting across the Korean Peninsula.(01:01) The Chinese foreign minister has met with the prime minister of Singapore.(11:32) Hawaii's governor says the wildfires on Maui are the "largest natural disaster" in state history.(25:21)
China has issued a blue alert for Typhoon Khanun, with northern and northeastern regions expecting gales and heavy rain (02:39). Beijing says a new U.S. ban on tech investment in China amounts to economic coercion and technological bullying (08:32). Official data shows that annual retail sales of new energy vehicles in China jumped nearly 32 percent in July (39:26).
China continues to fight flooding triggered by heavy rains. Typhoon Khanun is forecast to bring a new spell of rainfall to the country's northeast. (01:00) The warring parties in Sudan are engaged in another round of heavy fighting. (13:52) And several Amazon countries have signed the Belem Declaration on protecting the rainforest. (22:15)
Heilongjiang Province has issued two yellow alerts, one for possible flash floods and another for geological disasters (02:44). The Pakistani prime minister says the Chinese companies working under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor have contributed a lot to the South Asian country's industry (13:42). And China's export numbers continue to grow through the first seven months of the year (38:44).
Chinese authorities are coordinating flood control and relief across the country, as several rivers in northeast China have spilled their banks (01:01). China's pilot free trade zones have become a bright spot in attracting foreign investment as the country marks the tenth anniversary of its pilot FTZ construction this year (06:36). And Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni has appointed Hun Manet as the new prime minister (14:42).
Rescue efforts continue in Zhuozhou as the city battles surging floods (02:41). Donald Trump pleads not guilty to charges (12:00). Protesters pour to the streets of Niger calling for an end to sanctions imposed by West African states (14:13).
Flood relief and post-disaster reconstruction are underway in the Chinese capital and its surrounding areas. (02:14) Niger's coup leader has rejected ECOWAS' sanctions and warned against intervention. (14:27) And Chinese swimmers have exerted their dominance in the pool at the World University Games. (46:45)
One person is dead in Japan as a result of Typhoon Khanun.(02:18) Former U.S. President Donald Trump has been charged over efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.(08:13) And France and other European countries have evacuated citizens out of Niger following a military coup.(09:57)
The People's Liberation Army is marking its 96th founding anniversary (12:06). At least 11 people are dead in Beijing after days of heavy rainfall (02:35). And Myanmar's military junta has reduced the prison term for Aung San Suu Kyi (17:48).
Severe downpours have killed two people in Beijing (02:38). ECOWAS says Niger must reinstate the president or face possible military action (12:20). And China has claimed the first gold medal in diving at the World University Games (50:34).
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has sounded the alarm on climate change after scientists said July would likely be the hottest month on record (11:51). Russian President Vladimir Putin has said the country will continue exporting grain to Africa (15:22). And China has released new policies about the property market to spur domestic housing demand (38:42).
China and North Korea are commemorating 70 years of the armistice agreement on the Korean Peninsula (02:40). Niger's president has been removed in what African organizations call an attempted coup (12:16). And Typhoon Doksuri has resulted in casualties in Taiwan (15:01).
Senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi has called for efforts to address global security challenges and expressed China's willingness in expanding the BRICS framework (02:41). China is bracing for Typhoon Doksuri which has caused casualties in the Philippines (11:01). And Greek authorities are investigating the raging wildfires on Rhodes island as suspected arson (12:57).
Senior leaders of the Communist Party of China have set out the economic agenda for the second half of the year (01:04). China is bracing for another typhoon on the southern coast, as the storm currently batters the Philippines (10:05). And protesters are rallying across Israel after the government passed the first part of a controversial judicial reform (20:37).
Spain faces a long political limbo after the Popular Party won the election without securing a majority (01:04). Tourists were involved in the largest bushfire evacuation in Greek history (12:26). And Chinese player Zheng Qinwen has won her first WTA title (47:44).
Algeria's president has visited the Shenzhen Special Economic Zone to learn about its development (02:37). Iraq has expelled Sweden's ambassador following Stockholm's approval to burn a copy of the Koran (11:43). And Thailand's Move Forward Party will back a Pheu Thai candidate for prime minister (18:03).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has hailed Henry Kissinger's friendship with China (02:37). Thailand will vote again to elect a prime minister after parliament denied Move Forward Party leader Pita Limjaroenrat's re-nomination (03:32). And Hosts New Zealand defeated Norway in the Women's World Cup opener despite a deadly shooting in Auckland before kickoff (47:36).
Pita Limjaroenrat has been dealt a blow in his bid to become the new Thai prime minister (02:37). Hungary's prime minister says the country is against the U.S. supplying cluster munitions to Ukraine (05:41). And China's fiscal revenue has jumped significantly in the first half of the year (38:30).
Russia has suspended its participation in the Black Sea grain deal (2:36). Senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi and U.S. climate envoy John Kerry have held discussions on solutions for climate issues (10:28). And Typhoon Talim is bringing intense winds and rain to Guangxi (23:17).
Climate envoys from China and the U.S. have held a four-hour meeting in Beijing (2:37). Russia is investigating a blast that killed two on the Crimea bridge (13:52). And deadly flooding has killed at least 40 people in South Korea (21:48).
The Chinese Foreign Ministry says China and Germany share more consensus than divergence and collaboration far outweighs rivalry (07:24). Cyclists are taking to the streets at night across China, as part of a trend that's sweeping the country (16:25). And Sudan's six neighboring countries have held talks in Cairo regarding the conflict that's raged since mid-April (23:33).
Senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi is in Jakarta to attend meetings with ASEAN officials (02:38). NATO has promised more support but no timetable for Ukraine (04:21). And China's foreign trade is up 2.1% in the first half of the year (38:06).
Ukraine's president says it is "absurd" that there is no timeline for his country's NATO accession (02:36). China's business community is showing interest in investing in the Solomon Islands (09:01). And the author of "The Unbearable Lightness of Being" has died at the age of 94 (53:00).
The Solomon Islands has opened its embassy in Beijing during a visit by the prime minister (2:33). Turkiye has agreed to support Sweden's membership (8:03). And Spain's Coast Guard has rescued 86 people on a migrant ship that was believed missing two weeks ago (13:16).
China and the Solomon Islands have announced a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (2:39). China is aiming to transform its Global Development Initiative from a Chinese proposal to an international consensus (4:48). And the Uzbek president has won another term in office (33:05).
China says it hopes the United States will create a favorable environment for economic and trade relations as U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visits Beijing (02:38). China will ban food imports from 10 Japanese prefectures including Fukushima for safety reasons (04:25). And the Belarusian president says the leader of the Wagner Group is back in Russia (08:21).
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is visiting China (02:37). The IAEA chief has visited the Fukushima nuclear power plant after a final report on Japan's wastewater disposal plan (06:01). And singer Coco Lee is dead at the age of 48 (53:44).
Countries in and around the Pacific Ocean have expressed opposition to Japan's planned discharge of nuclear wastewater from Fukushima (2:41). Israeli troops have withdrawn from Jenin after a major operation in the West Bank (11:54). And July 3 was the hottest day ever globally (24:52).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for peace, development and cooperation at the SCO summit (01:02). The IAEA concludes that Japan's plans to release contaminated water from the Fukusima nuclear plant is consistent with safety standards (07:57). Chinese player Wang Xinyu is making a first-ever appearance in the Wimbledon second round (46:37).
The grandmother of the boy fatally shot by police in France is calling for and end to the violence (02:50). The China Africa Economic and Trade Expo has concluded with over 10 billion U.S. dollars worth of deals (09:39). And China has defeated Japan to win the FIBA Asian Cup (46:03).
Malawi has launched its Consulate General in Changsha during the China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo and is hoping to better market its products through the platform (04:21). The UK's prime minister says he will appeal a court ruling that deporting asylum seekers to Rwanda is unlawful (10:31). And a UNESCO meeting is discussing how satellites can help preserve heritage sites (21:33).
Representatives from 53 African countries are gathering in Changsha to attend the China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo (02:37). There's a heavy police presence near Paris as people protest a police shooting that killed a teenage driver (15:12). And searchers have recovered debris from the imploded submersible and found presumed human remains (21:02).
The Belarusian president says the Wagner Group boss is now in his country (14:02). More Iranians can make their journey to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj pilgrimage this year under normalized ties (16:04). And the flame for the Chengdu Universiade is making its way back to the host city as the 30-day countdown begins (46:43).
The Chinese premier has called for openness and cooperation at the Summer Davos in Tianjin (2:38). The Wagner Group leader says he did not attempt to overthrow the Russian government (10:43). And a UN expert says the U.S. should apologize for the inhuman treatment of Guantanamo Bay inmates (15:45).
Leaders and officials from various countries are visiting China and attending the Summer Davos forum this week (2:37). Kyriakos Mitsotakis has secured a second term as Greek prime minister (14:42). And culture and leisure options are driving consumer spending in China this summer (20:58).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang is attending a summit of the New Global Financial Pact as part of his visit to France (02:31). Rescue teams have found debris of the Titan sub, suggesting an implosion that killed all on board (08:52). And an old Dragon Boat Festival tradition is making a comeback in China (19:03).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang proposes deeper China-France cooperation in supply chains, innovation and businesses (02:35). Nine are detained following a restaurant blast that killed 31 in Yinchuan (08:32). And the hometown of Chinese poet Qu Yuan is hosting a dragon boat world cup to mark the festival (16:48).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang is calling for closer China-Germany cooperation on climate and contributions to world peace (02:36). Time is running out for a submersible lost deep in the Atlantic Ocean (14:11). And China is gearing up for the three-day Dragon Boat Festival holiday (23:11).
Chinese Premier Li Qiang is stressing cooperation and development during his visit to Germany (2:37). NATO will not issue an invitation to Ukraine at its summit next month (12:14). And the U.S. and Canada are searching for a submarine that went missing near the Titanic ship wreck site (27:32).
The Chinese president says he hopes U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will help stabilize bilateral relations following his visit to China (2:34). Chinese Premier Li Qiang will co-chair the China-Germany inter-governmental consultation (7:30). And a group of African leaders has wrapped up what they call an impactful peace mission to Russia and Ukraine (12:43).
The NATO chief says Ukraine won't join the alliance until the conflict with Russia is over (05:26). At least nine people are under arrest following the migrant boat disaster near the Greek coast (11:01). And Lionel Messi scored the fastest goal of his international career in Beijing (46:37).
The Palestinian president has visited Tiananmen Square and payed tribute to the fallen heroes of China's revolutions (02:36). Turkiye and Sweden have agreed to more talks on the latter's bid to join NATO (06:38). And there are 100 days to go until the Hangzhou Asian Games (46:48).
China and Palestine have announced the establishment of a strategic partnership (02:37). The two-day Forum on Global Human Rights Governance has opened in Beijing (10:23). The UN is debating how climate change is impacting security globally (21:22). Honduras is looking to export coffee and other premium products to China (38:34).
China and Honduras have issued a joint statement after talks in Beijing between the presidents of the two countries (2:42). Former U.S. President Donald Trump is in Miami ahead of a court hearing on federal charges against him (11:31). Thousands of fishermen in South Korea have protested Japan's plan to release nuclear wastewater into the Pacific (20:25). The NBA has a new, first-time champion (47:21).
The Chinese president has met with his counterpart from Honduras in Beijing two months after the two countries established diplomatic relations (2:38). Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has passed away at the age of 86 (8:23). Japan starts test run of nuclear contaminated water discharge facilities (8:52). Novak Djokovic wins his 23rd Grand Slam singles title (46:58).
The Honduran president has begun a state visit in Shanghai (02:38). Russia says the damage to an ammonia pipeline will have a negative impact on the future of the Black Sea grain deal (10:08). And wildfires in Canada have forced flight cancellations in the United States(21:48).
Honduran President Xiomara Castro is paying a visit to China following the establishment of diplomatic ties (02:35). Russia and Ukraine are blaming each other of damaging a pipeline associated with the future of the Black Sea grain deal (16:21). And New York is shrouded in a yellowish haze as a result of the wildfires in Canada (24:25).
Supporting measures are in place for China's national college entrance exams (02:42). Russia and Ukraine blame each other for the destruction of the Kakhovka dam (12:15). And China's Snooker Association has vowed tough punishments after two players received lifetime bans (48:09).
China's embassy in Honduras is up and running (2:40). Ukraine accuses Russia of blowing up a dam near Kherson (11:45). And this year, millions of Gaokao exam takers have 21 new majors to choose from (18:22).
Train services have resumed in India after a three-train collision killed nearly 300 people (2:42). Oil prices have jumped following Saudi Arabia's decision to cut production by one million barrels per day (7:31). And we learn about China's efforts to reduce plastic pollution on this World Environment Day (10:03).
Ratification in the Philippines marks the full implementation of RCEP (02:37). The U.S. Congress has passed the debt ceiling bill after the Senate's approval (14:31). And China's Shenzhou-15 astronauts are coming home (20:59).
A bill to lift the U.S. government's debt ceiling has cleared its first hurdle in the House (02:37). Singapore's former foreign minister says the United States should show sincerity before talking with China (10:04). And Sevilla has won the Europa League for a seventh time (47:42).
Russia calls the drone attack on its capital a terrorist act (01:04). China's defence minister is attending the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore this week (07:11). And China's information and commerce ministers meet Tesla CEO Elon Musk (31:35).
Six astronauts are inside China's space station after the arrival of the Shenzhou-16 crew (2:35). Moscow says Ukrainian drones have attacked the capital city, which Kyiv has denied (15:51). And Chinese player Zhang Zhizhen has made history at Roland Garros (48:50).
China is ready to launch its Shenzhou-16 mission to the space station with the country's first civilian astronaut on board (0:56). Female scientists are in the spotlight at this year's Zhongguancun Forum (8:30). And the Turkish president has won another term (15:26).
China and the Democratic Republic of the Congo have agreed to lift their bilateral relations to a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership. (0:59) Moscow and Minsk have signed a deal formalizing the deployment of Russia's tactical nuclear weapons on Belarusian territory. (6:19) And in our special series, Xizang's unique culture injects vitality to the region's economy. (15:25)
President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo will meet with Chinese leaders and sign cooperation documents during his state visit (1:01). A Chinese envoy has met with French officials to discuss a peaceful solution for the Ukraine crisis (7:50). And our special series looks at how The Tibetan language is helping promote culture in Xizang (15:21).
China and Russia are set to discuss agriculture and transport among other topics during Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin's visit. (00:59) U.S. Republican and Democratic leaders are trading barbs as the deadline for a debt default approaches. (08:39) And our special series on Xizang elaborates on ecological conservation. (14:50)
China's Peak Mission expedition team has reached the summit of the world's tallest peak and completed a technical upgrade of the world's highest automatic weather station.(05:55) Turkiye's third-place presidential election candidate is endorsing the incumbent.(15:08) And China is getting ready to launch the Shenzhou-16 crew to its space station.(25:57)
Both of Sudan's rival factions say they will commit to a short-term ceasefire. (06:24) China says it will promote a global community of health for all. (10:26) And China has won its 13th Sudirman Cup. (47:29)
China and five Central Asian countries have signed a Xi'an Declaration on future cooperation plans (00:58). The Syrian president is in Saudi Arabia to attend the Arab League summit after its return to the bloc (12:19). And rain-triggered floods have killed more than a dozen people in northern Italy (21:24).
All six heads of state for the China-Central Asia Summit are gathered in Xi'an to attend the two-day event (01:05). A special Chinese envoy has discussed peace plans with Ukraine's president and foreign minister (10:36). And it's a showdown between Manchester City and Inter Milan in the Champions League final (45:50).
The Kazakh president says there should be no concerns about closer China-Central Asia ties.(00:53) High-tech products are in the spotlight at the China-CEEC expo.(09:34) And there's still no agreement on the U.S. debt limit after another round of talks but a deal could be close.(12:46)
Exhibitors are exploring new business opportunities at the China-Central and Eastern European Countries Expo. (00:55) The Ukrainian president says the country is preparing for a counteroffensive against Russia. (17:18) And the Thai prime minister has congratulated the winning parties after the country's election. (30:50)
Election results: Thailand's opposition claims victory, Turkish candidates head to run-off.(00:55) The Eritrean president goes to the Tiananmen Square during his China visit.(07:56) And Sudan's military leader has decided to free RSF's bank accounts.(21:18)
The United States is preparing for a mass influx of migrants as Title 42 expires (0:54). Türkiye says parties to the Black Sea Grain Initiative are nearing a deal for extension (8:55). And a Chinese e-commerce company has transformed the shopping experience in Africa (15:49).
China says it has ensured absolute security of staple food (0:55). Four-way talks are underway to discuss the extension of the Black Sea grain deal (10:50). And Indonesia's president is calling for unity within the ASEAN region (21:30).
China is launching its Tianzhou-6 cargo spacecraft. (01:00) Talks between the U.S. president and congressional leaders failed to resolve the debt issue. (10:55) And violence in Sudan has affected people's livelihood, health and security. (17:17)
China's foreign trade expanded to over 13tln yuan in the first four months. (11:46) Iran is making final preparations to resume diplomatic missions in Saudi Arabia as the two countries will reopen embassies soon. (00:55) And talks between Sudan's rival forces have yielded no concrete result yet. (04:36)
A truce seems to be holding in Khartoum after representatives of Sudan's rival factions began talks.(00:56) Japan's prime minister has wrapped up a visit to South Korea in a first by a Japanese leader in 12 years.(11:08) And rescue workers are in Jiangxi to aid flood relief efforts.(20:58)
Russia is accusing the United States of orchestrating the drone attack on the Kremlin (0:59). Serbia has had a second mass shooting in as many days (3:36). And Iran's president says his visit to Damascus is a new beginning in relations with Syria (5:15).
Ukraine has denied its involvement after Russia accused Kyiv of a drone attack on the Kremlin (1:04). Iran and Syria have signed long-term deals on oil, transportation and free trade zones (7:05). And China's foreign minister is in India to attend a SCO meeting (18:04).
Tourism significantly recovered in China as passenger flows remained high at the end of the Labor Day holiday. (01:03) South Sudan says leaders of Sudan's rival factions have agreed to a seven-day truce. (17:28) And Zhang Zhizhen continues to write history by reaching the Madrid Open quarterfinals. (47:07)
Holiday makers in China made nearly 160 million trips in the first three days of the Labor Day holiday.(01:02) Sudan's army and paramilitary RSF have agreed to send representatives for talks.(09:05) And the IMF predicts that Asia's economy will grow 4.6 pct this year.(36:59)
Chinese travelers made 50 million passenger trips via rail and highway during the first two days of the Labor Day holiday. (00:59) Sporadic fighting is reported in Sudan despite an extension of the truce. (16:07) And Ding Liren has become China's first men's world chess champion. (46:31)
Both the Sudanese army and the paramilitary RSF have agreed to extend their ceasefire (0:57). The Kremlin says it welcomes the phone call between the leaders of China and Ukraine (6:58). And China is well prepared for a surge in travel during the Labor Day holiday (15:44).
The Sudanese army says its has approved a 72-hour extension of the ceasefire (1:05). China and five Central Asian countries have agreed to hold the China-Central Asia Summit in Xi'an next month (9:03). And Giant Panda Ya Ya is home after 20 years in the United States (15:24).
A partial ceasefire is holding in Sudan, but there is now risk of a biological hazard threatening the region.(01:03) Russia's foreign minister says the Black Sea grain deal is at a deadlock.(17:18) And Giant Panda Ya Ya is coming home.(35:30)
Most of the 1,000 Chinese nationals in Sudan have evacuated to safer places. (01:06) Officials say the Canton Fair has posted the best on-site transaction results among trade expos. (12:40) And U.S. President Joe Biden is seeking another term in the White House. (19:28)
The Chinese embassy is helping Chinese nationals to get out of Sudan. (00:58) China has released color images of Mars. (07:15) And films featuring the experiences of elderly people are screening at the Beijing International Film Festival. (53:23)
Sudan's RSF paramilitary group has agreed to a 72-hour ceasefire to facilitate humanitarian efforts, but fighting is ongoing (1:02). NATO has reaffirmed Ukraine's membership bid (18:44). SpaceX's Starship blew up a few minutes into its first test flight (25:00).
China and Gabon are celebrating closer economic and cultural ties after agreeing to lift their relationship (1:00). Another ceasefire agreement has collapsed in Sudan (8:42). And the art-toy industry has become a stable contributor to China's economic growth (19:22).
Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed lifting China-Gabon ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership during President Ali Bongo Ondimba's state visit. (10:48) A ceasefire agreement has failed in Sudan as fighting trapped more people in and around the capital. (00:59) And there are 100 days to go until the Summer Universiade in Chengdu. (46:40)
The United Nations says the warring sides in Sudan have not shown any willingness to negotiate. (00:57) China welcomes Gabon's president, saying the visit will generate new outcomes in cooperation. (06:09) And China's GDP expanded 4.5 percent in Q1. (38:04)
Fighting continues in Sudan as the international community calls for an end to hostilities.(01:00) In-person exhibitions have resumed at the ongoing Canton Fair.(10:07) And tensions are rising as the U.S., South Korea, and Japan stage military exercises.(22:00)
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is in Beijing to meet Chinese leaders after stopping in Shanghai (01:01). The Hainan Expo has a camping category amid a boom in outdoor vacations (09:24). The FBI has arrested a member of the U.S. Air National Guard over the leak of classified documents (15:17).
Brazilian President Lula attended the inauguration of the president of the New Development Bank after arriving in China for a state visit (1:04). High-end brands at the Hainan Expo are discovering more potential of the Chinese market (11:16). And China's foreign trade has returned to growth (37:53).
Brazilian President Lula has embarked on a state visit to China, looking to expand trade and cooperation. (01:06) This year's Hainan Expo features green and smart consumption trends. (07:56) And the IMF has forecast that China's economy will grow by 5.2% this year. (40:20)
Global business leaders are gathered in Hainan for the China International Consumer Products Expo. (01:01) A military drill between the U.S. and the Philippines has been met with protests. (13:32) And China's March CPI is up 0.7 percent yearly. (38:40)
The Shandong aircraft carrier has participated in a military drill in waters surrounding Taiwan. (00:57) U.S. authorities are investigating a wide-spread intelligence breach involving government files. (07:29) And China's IPO issuance has fully transitioned to a registration-based system. (38:53)
China and France have struck deals on aviation, civilian nuclear energy, and culture during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit (1:01). The leaders of Russia and Belarus have discussed expanding economic cooperation and bolstering defense ties (11:03). And the IMF is warning of the weakest 5-year global economic growth since 1990 (19:45).
The Chinese president has met his French counterpart in Beijing and called for the two countries to contribute to multilateralism and peace (1:01). Chinese authorities have condemned Washington for approving the transit of Taiwan leader Tsai Ing-wen through the United States (12:42). And it's been 60 years since the first Chinese medical aid team arrived in Africa (20:15).
The French president is in China to begin a three-day visit.(00:58) Former U.S. President Donald Trump has lashed out at his prosecution following his arraignment in New York.(09:46) And Russia says it will take countermeasures after Finland officially became a NATO member.(14:25)
China's ambassador says trade cooperation with France has maintained healthy and stable development. (01:02) Russia says it will strengthen its military capacity in response to Finland's accession to NATO. (09:56) And the Asian Development Bank has hailed China's leading role in the region's economic growth. (20:13)
A former Kuomintang legislator is calling the Taiwan leader's stopover in the United States a disappointment. (01:00) Victories for the Finnish conservative party and a former Montenegro minister. (12:06) And some OPEC+ members have announced surprise oil output cuts. (20:15)
The Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference has wrapped up in Hainan Province, with discussions on AI technology, medicine and digital finance held on the last day of the event. (01:00) Dozens of pilgrims have died in a mishap at a temple in India during a religious festival. (11:16) And Donald Trump has become the first former president to be indicted for a crime. (16:53)
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has urged efforts to jointly safeguard a peaceful and stable environment for development and inject more certainty into the volatile global environment. (01:01) Mexican authorities are investigating the deadly fire at a migrant detention facility near the U.S. border. (13:59) And a fire onboard a ferry in the Philippines has caused casualties among passengers. (23:27)
Authorities in Mexico say the fire at a migrant detention facility near the U.S. border killed dozens of people (01:01). Data shows how trade ties have deepened between China and Malaysia under the RCEP trade deal (07:03). U.S. lawmakers are blaming regulators for the failures of three U.S. banks earlier this month (17:43).
Police in Tennessee are investigating a deadly mass shooting at a school in Nashville (01:00). Officials at the Boao Forum for Asia in Hainan Province have released their annual report (08:49). And Israel's prime minister has delayed his government's judicial reforms following mass protests in the country (20:15).
China and Honduras have formally established diplomatic relations after the central American country severed official ties with Taiwan (01:00). The China Development Forum wraps up in Beijing, with the focus on global economic recovery (08:46). And thousands of Israelis take to the streets after the prime minister sacked his defense minister (16:04).
Tiktok's Chief Executive Officer has testified before a US Congressional committee over allegations of security concerns and Chinese influence. (01:06) The Swiss central bank announced a hefty rate hike as it also declared the country's banking crisis to be over. (10:09) And Chinese scientists have discovered a key gene that helps crops tolerate saltier soil conditions. (22:17)
The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates amid the recent turmoil in the banking sector.(00:59) Russia accuses the UK of upping the stakes in Ukraine by supplying Kyiv with depleted uranium shells.(13:50) And more than 300 guests from around the world have gathered in Beijing for a forum on democracy.(23:56)
The Chinese president has concluded his three-day state visit in Russia following the signing of several agreements (01:02). The U.S. treasury secretary says she is prepared to take steps to stop "contagion" in the banking system (11:59). And Thailand's king has dissolved parliament to make way for elections in May (21:50).
The Chinese president has called for a political solution to the Ukraine conflict during a conversation with his Russian counterpart in Moscow (01:02). The French government has survived two confidence votes in parliament amid ongoing anger over pension reforms in the country (14:40). And a UN report calls for greater political will in the fight against climate change (21:02).
The Chinese president says his visit to Russia will be a journey of friendship, cooperation and peace (01:03). UBS has struck a deal to purchase Credit Suisse as part of efforts to curb fears over global financial markets (15:54). And China again leaves its benchmark lending rates unchanged (37:40).
The Chinese president will visit Russia next week. China's foreign ministry describes the visit as a trip of friendship, cooperation and peace.(01:00) The U.S. treasury secretary has made her first comments following the banking crisis in the country.(10:47) And India is moving to prevent wide-scale blackouts like the ones the country experienced last summer.(20:38)
The Chinese president has proposed the Global Civilization Initiative and respect for the diversity of civilizations.(01:00) Concern for the global banking system is spreading in Europe with a major lender taking steps to strengthen liquidity.(07:33) And countries in southern Africa continue to struggle in the aftermath of Cyclone Freddy.(14:08)
China's economy has recorded steady growth through the first two months of the year (00:59). Moody's has downgraded the credit outlook for the entire U.S. banking system (11:02). And a former Australian prime minister has criticized his country's nuclear submarine deal with the U.S. and UK (19:37).
The U.S. president is promising to take action to ensure the safety of the country's banking system (01:00). Governments and organizations worldwide are concerned about military cooperation involving the U.S., UK and Australia (09:02). And the city of New York is auctioning off a 300-year-old violin (52:58).
The Chinese president spoke at the closing of the 14th National People's Congress, calling for building a modern, socialist country (01:01). U.S. officials say customers at the troubled Silicon Valley Bank will continue to have access to their deposits (15:45). And China's market for New Energy Vehicles is moving into high gear (38:47).
China's top legislature has elected Xi Jinping as the country's president, and chairman of the Central Military Commission. (01:02) Chinese farmers are increasingly turning to e-commerce to sell their goods. (08:15) And the head of the company behind the train derailment and chemical spill in Ohio has issued an apology in front of a U.S. senate committee. (18:43)
Chinese lawmakers at the annual political meetings are looking to enhance the quality and efficiency of legislation. (01:46) NPC deputies explain how they are dedicated to the country's goals for improving rural areas across China. (06:37) And German officials say they have searched a ship believed to be involved in last year's Nord Stream pipeline explosions. (18:27)
China's unveiled the draft of a plan for the biggest reorganization of State Council departments in years (01:44). China is making efforts to reduce carbon emissions in the farming sector (10:05). And France's nationwide protest against pension reforms is spilling into a second day (21:49).
Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang has answered questions from domestic and foreign journalists on the sidelines of China's annual legislative session. (04:44) China will set up a national financial regulatory administration, with a plan submitted to the national legislature for deliberation. (07:48) And South Korea has announced compensation plans for people forced to work under Japan's occupation in the early 20th century. (20:17)
Chinese President Xi Jinping says high-quality development is the primary task in building a modern socialist country (01:44). Members of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference have been discussing how to better accommodate migrant workers in cities (15:47). And Chinese durian lovers will soon enjoy the delicious Philippine varieties of the fruit as the first export shipment is scheduled to reach China before the end of the month (38:24).
The two biggest annual gatherings on China's political calendar both open this weekend. (01:47) The G20 foreign ministers meeting has issued a call for multilateral cooperation to tackle global challenges. (10:08) And public anger is rising in Greece as authorities admit mistakes in the deadly train accident. (19:48)
The Chinese president has told his Belarusian counterpart that China's development will benefit countries globally.(00:59) Officials say the central government has scaled up efforts to implement employment-first policies and supporting measures.(05:26) And investigators in Greece say human error is likely responsible for Tuesday's deadly train collision.(13:39)
A deadly train collision in Greece has left more than 30 people dead and many injured (00:58). Nigerian election officials have declared a winner in the country's presidential vote over the weekend (05:42). And China's manufacturing PMI has recorded strong gains in February (37:15).
Foreign Minister Qin Gang says China will follow its path of human rights development and contribute to global human rights governance (03:38). Hong Kong has announced plans to drop its COVID-19 mask mandate from Wednesday (05:28). And the UK and the European Union have struck a new Brexit-related deal involving Northern Ireland (14:17).
UN Resident Coordinator in Ukraine Denise Brown says amid the dire situation on the front line, any initiative to find peace is welcome (01:03). The Chinese foreign minister will deliver a video address at the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva (08:55). And electric vehicle exports in Shanghai have maintained strong momentum in the first two months of the year (42:25).
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Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
The top leadership of the Communist Party of China is focusing on the role of science and technology (01:02). Russia is suspending its participation in the only remaining nuclear weapons treaty with the U.S. (12:13) And China has expressed support for speeding up an investigation into the Nord Stream gas pipeline sabotage (16:09).
China has released its Global Security Initiative Concept Paper for common and sustainable security (00:54). More earthquakes have struck Turkiye and Syria, just two weeks after a pair of temblors killed tens of thousands of people (09:55). And China has launched a pilot program for real estate investment (37:09).
China has released a report accusing the U.S. of abusing its power globally (00:58). Russian forces continue to target Ukraine's eastern industrial heartland while Ukraine presses U.S. Congress members for F-16 fighter jets (05:25). And residents of an American town continue to report symptoms following a train derailment and chemical spill in Ohio (20:32).
The top leadership of the Communist Party of China has declared the country's decisive victory over Covid-19.(01:01) The UN has launched an appeal to help people in southern Turkiye while continuing its cross-border aid delivery into northwest Syria in the aftermath of the earthquakes.(19:23) And Japan again aborts the launch of its new flagship H3 rocket.(34:08)
China and Iran have issued a joint communique touching on a number of areas after the countries' presidents met in Beijing.(01:02) China's top diplomat has met with French leaders in Paris, discussing climate, trade, and a host of other issues.(03:56) And a Chinese search and rescue team has ended its mission in the city of Antakya in southern Turkiye.(33:06)
The Iranian president is visiting China. The two countries have signed a number of bilateral cooperation documents (01:04). Officials in the U.S. say toxic chemicals that spilled during a train derailment have entered the Ohio River (10:06). And rescuers in Turkiye have found more quake survivors more than a week after the disaster struck (19:35).
Chinese officials are stressing efforts to ensure food security in the country this year (1:00). Rescuers in the quake zones in Syria and Turkiye say the window for finding survivors is nearly closed (09:29). And police in the U.S. say the suspect who opened fire at Michigan State University is dead (17:58).
The Red Cross Society of China has sent more aid to quake-hit Syria. The latest supplies can meet the needs of more than 10,000 people (10:48). Schools across China are re-opening for in-person learning following the easing of COVID restrictions (15:07). And Wu Yibing has become the first Chinese male player to win an ATP Tour single's title (46:22).
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Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
The president of the 77th UN General Assembly is on a visit in China.(01:01) The outbound tourism market has been making a strong recovery since China scrapped most of its COVID restrictions.(07:54) And organizers have released two reports on the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics to mark the one-year anniversary of the Games.(47:44)
Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
The International Monetary Fund has projected China's economy to grow by 5.2 percent in 2023, up from the 4.4 percent forecast in October (01:00). Following the week-long Spring Festival holiday, agricultural enterprises across China have sprung back to full production (04:44). And China's manufacturing sector has returned to expansion levels, after three months of contractions induced by COVID-19 (37:41).
Officials say the overall rate of COVID-19 infections during the Spring Festival in China was low, and the cases were in steady decline across the country (01:08). A powerful blast has hit a mosque in Pakistan, causing heavy casualties (19:35). Calls for police reform in the U.S. continue to mount following the death of a motorist in Tennessee (20:20).
The Palestinian side has retaliated with rockets after an Israeli raid in the West Bank. (00:57) China is bracing for another Spring Festival travel peak as the holiday officially comes to an end. (08:18) Outraged police officers in Haiti have stormed the capital airport and the prime minister's official home over the killings of officers by gangs. (17:58)
The U.S. and Germany will send their battling tanks to Ukraine, with Russia warning of the danger of the move （00:49). A global survey shows high approval for China's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic (07:16). And a U.N. report is predicting a slowdown in global economic growth this year compared to 2022 (18:49).
Chinese president Xi Jinping has expressed China's readiness to work with Latin American and Caribbean countries for progress (0:59). Germany has reportedly agreed to send tanks to Ukraine (3:46). And the new New Zealand prime minister has vowed to reshuffle the cabinet and tackle cost-of-living issues (7:25).
China's box office ranks first in the world in total earnings from the beginning of the year, with sales reaching over 530 million dollars, 14-percent higher than North America (00:59). We look at the significance of Chinese New Year to locals in the UK, and what facts they know about it (08:07). South American leaders are gathering in Argentina to discuss a wide range of regional issues (14:57).
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Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
More couriers are working ahead of the holiday in China as people increase spending. (07:41) New Zealand's prime minister will step down and is not seeking re-election. (18:48) And two Chinese players are into the 3rd round of women's singles play at the Australian Open. (46:59)
The World Economic Forum and its participants welcome China's role in maintaining global economic stability. (01:03) People are shopping for food and making preparations for the Chinese New Year. (16:23) And the men's defending champion exits the Australian Open in the second round. (46:35)
China's GDP grew three percent last year against headwinds.(00:58) The World Economic Forum's annual Davos meeting is underway in Switzerland.(09:24) And the International Atomic Energy Agency has established a mission at a nuclear power plant in Ukraine.(25:58)
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Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
Chinese travelers are rushing to book trips for the Lunar New Year holiday. (01:01) At least 1,200 people are under arrest over the storming of government buildings in Brazil. (13:45) And nurses in both the U.S. and the U.K. are going on strike to demand better pay. (20:13)
China's rural areas are getting ready for challenges to local COVID-19 responses during the Spring Festival travel rush (02:09). China says it supports Brazil's efforts to restore order after violence by supporters of the former president (17:09). And the new Chinese foreign minister carries on a tradition by choosing Africa as the destination of his first overseas trip in the New Year (30:56).
China and Turkmenistan have agreed to lift bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership. (00:56) China is poised to embrace the Spring Festival travel rush. (13:48) And Russia has ordered a ceasefire which Ukraine rejected. (22:56)
China and the Philippines have signed agreements to deepen cooperation in areas including agriculture, infrastructure, and tourism. (00:57) Hong Kong residents are excited that travel to the mainland will be normalized soon.(09:29) And U.S. House Republicans are still unable to elect their leader as speaker. (18:01)
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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr is paying a state to China. Local governments are preparing medicines and vehicles for COVID-19 patients in rural areas ahead of the Spring Festival. And Brazilians bid their football king goodbye.
More Chinese people are traveling during the New Year holiday as COVID restrictions fall. RCEP will further boost connectivity after it took effect in Indonesia. And Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva begins his third term as Brazilian president.
China says there are sufficient medical resources to treat COVID-19 patients(47"). Restaurant owners in China are full of hopes for the New Year(8'11"). And football legend Pele is dead after losing a battle with cancer(44'48").
Various sectors across China are in recovery under the updated COVID response (1:01). The United Nations chief is calling for peace in the new year (23:41). And people around the world are getting ready to ring in 2023 (25:40).
Thailand is expecting Chinese visitors to revive its tourism after China further lifted travel restrictions (3:29). The United States keeps Title 42 in place (17:45). And Russia will ban oil exports as a countermeasure to a price ceiling imposed by Western countries (19:39).
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The Chinese president is urging continuous efforts to enhance the agriculture sector with Chinese characteristics (1:03). China's tourism sector expects a strong rebound under new COVID-19 response measures (11:44). And Russia says it is ready to talk as Moscow and Kyiv blame each other of refusing dialogue (20:48).
Family doctors in some places in China are providing 24-hour services to improve diagnostic efficiency and treatment for COVID-19 (0:53). Russia says Western aid to Ukraine will prolong the conflict (13:13). And a bomb cyclone is affecting at least 60 percent of the U.S. population (21:45).
China continues to offer better COVID-19 services as residents also show their kindness to each other (1:03). Ukraine's president visits the United States (11:48). And some people may have a less festive Christmas season (26:23).
Australia's foreign minister is visiting China as the two countries mark 50 years since they established diplomatic ties (0:58). The United States has recorded 100 million COVID-19 cases (15:08). And Elon Musk says he will step down as Twitter CEO after finding a replacement (27:29).
Different sectors across China are recovering from the impacts of COVID-19 (3:01). European Union ministers have finalized a deal for a natural gas price cap (11:10). And the Australian foreign minister is visiting China (30:57).
A campaign is underway in China to offer a second COVID booster vaccine (3:12). A draft deal calls on developed countries to support developing countries in biodiversity protection (10:51). And Argentina won the World Cup over France on penalties (43:09).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is calling for cooperation to protect the world's biodiversity (0:56). The United States is supporting the African Union's bid for full G20 membership (19:31). And the IAEA chief is in South Korea to discuss nuclear-related issues in North Korea and Japan (21:42).
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China is rolling out a second COVID booster dose for the elderly and the vulnerable (1:16). The United Nations gives China's ecosystem restoration project a nod (10:50). And allies have pledged a one billion U.S. dollar winter aid package for Ukraine (17:23).
China has held a national memorial ceremony for the victims of the Nanjing Massacre (1:00). COP15 participants are trying to reach an agreement to protect the world's critical resources (12:52). And the European Union could face a shortfall of nearly 30 billion cubic meters of natural gas (33:36).
Delegates at the UN biodiversity conference are discussing ways to secure funding to protect the world's resources (1:01). China is set to scrap the travel code in a latest move to adjust its COVID-19 measures (13:48). And Qatar is growing vegetables in the desert with the help of Sichuan Province (23:28).
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Saudi Arabian leaders have agreed to bring the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries to higher levels (1:00). Residents speak about new COVID-19 response measures (24:04). China's first homegrown large passenger aircraft has been delivered (38:19).
The Chinese president continues a visit to Saudi Arabia (1:00). COP15 participants are focusing on saving the planet's species and ecosystems (9:10). Bustling life is returning to Chinese cities with eased anti-COVID measures (17:33).
Chinese President Xi Jinping visits Saudi Arabia for a series of regional summits with Arab leaders (0:48). China is further lifting COVID restrictions (8:42). The second phase of a U.N. Biodiversity Conference gets underway in Canada (17:31).
China holds a memorial service for former president Jiang Zemin (0:55). The WHO says China’s optimized COVID response will help society return to normal (12:04). Russia is preparing a response to G7 and allies' oil price cap (21:45).
China's Shenzhou-14 astronauts have returned to the earth safely(51’’). Major Chinese cities are reducing COVID test requirements(6’45”). OPEC+ decides to keep oil output targets unchanged amid G7's price cap on Russian oil(16’23”). England has set up a FIFA World Cup quarterfinal clash with France(46’36”).
The body of late Chinese leader Jiang Zemin has been transferred to Beijing before a memorial service next week (0:56). Chinese authorities have called for optimized COVID response nationwide (8:15). G7 are close to agreeing on a price cap on Russian oil, while Moscow has blamed NATO for the escalation of tensions (21:32).
A memorial service will be held on December 6 for Jiang Zemin at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing (0:51). Chinese President Xi Jinping has held talks with European Council President Charles Michel on China-Europe ties (5:36). French President Emmanuel Macron is on a state visit to the U.S. (20:22).
Former Chinese President and General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee Jiang Zemin has passed away (1:07). China has sent another three astronauts to its space station (9:54). NATO has promised more support for Kyiv, while officials of Russia's Kursk region accuse Ukrainian forces of striking a power plant (24:11).
Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith is paying a three-day state visit to China from Nov. 29 to Dec. 1 (1:01). Russia says its troops are not pulling out of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant (6:18). And giant pandas from China are a new attraction in Qatar during the World Cup (18:02).
The completion of China's first space station is drawing near with the Shenzhou-15 mission ready to take flight (1:01). Russia and Ukraine have agreed to renew a deal allowing for grain and fertilizer exports (15:27). And Chinese football fans watching the World Cup are creating huge sales potential (24:15).
Xi Jinping says China stands ready to work with Cuba to expand cooperation (0:59). The Russia-Ukraine conflict has entered its ninth month (9:10). New details about the mass shooting in the U.S. state of Virginia (16:45). China's central bank will cut the reserve requirement ratio for banks by 0.25 percentage points (31:35).
The Cuban president is on a state visit to China (0:58). China vows better financing support to rural vitalization (4:53). Anwar Ibrahim has been sworn in as prime minister of Malaysia (14:13). The U.S. is reeling from another mass shooting (17:37).
Rescuers in Indonesia are continuing to search for quake survivors (0:58). Initial probe finds illegal welding cause of central China factory fire (3:46). RMB’s presence in global payments and settlements is discussed at the Financial Street Forum in Beijing (8:07). Ukrainian authorities are evacuating civilians from two regions (19:18).
Indonesian officials say Monday's earthquake in West Java has killed over 250 people (1:02). China's green finance plans are in the spotlight at the ongoing Financial Street Forum in Beijing (5:51). A fire at a factory in Henan Province has killed 38 people. Turkiye's president has hinted at a ground incursion in northern Syria (16:08).
The COP27 U.N. Climate Conference in Egypt wraps up with a mix of success and disappointment (0:59). China's annual Financial Street Forum is now underway in Beijing (7:38). Messages of diversity and inclusion delivered at the World Cup opening ceremony (14:46).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is stressing fairness, justice, opening up, and inclusivity to build an Asia-Pacific community with a shared future. Delegates at COP27 in Egypt continue to work on climate action plans as the clock ticks down on their summit (0:59). And Qatar is preparing to accommodate 1.2 million visitors for the World Cup that kicks off this weekend (21:56).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has stressed peaceful development, openness, inclusiveness, and solidarity in the Asia Pacific region (1:03). China's Shenzhou-14 crew has conducted a third spacewalk (18:54). And NATO thinks the missile that fell in Poland may have accidentally come from Ukraine (20:50).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is urging G20 members to strengthen cooperation to release the potential of the digital economy to promote global growth (00:58). The Jakarta-Bandung High Speed Railway has started trial operation (07:27). China and Luxembourg are marking 50 years of diplomatic ties (18:59).
Chinese president Xi Jinping is calling on G20 members to promote more inclusive, beneficial and resilient global development in the face of various challenges (01:02). China is combating COVID-19 with more targeted approaches (06:29). And the world hits eight billion people (23:17).
The leaders of China and the United States have met face-to-face for the first time since Joe Biden took office (01:01). Indonesian President Joko Widodo calls for concrete actions at the G20 Summit to solve the most pressing issues facing the world (10:28). And COP27 has hailed China's climate adaptation strategy (25:24).
The Chinese president is to attend G20 and APEC summits next week, where he will also meet with several leaders including the US president (1:03). China scraps a major restriction on international flights and reduces the amount of quarantine time for inbound travelers in its new COVID guidance (15:36). Sales maintain the momentum as China's annual shopping festival climaxes (40:50).
China and Cambodia have agreed to strengthen ties during Li Keqiang's visit (0:58). The fifth China International Import Expo is drawing to a close in Shanghai (8:03). Both chambers of the U.S. Congress remain too close to call in the midterm elections (16:04).
Control of the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate still hangs in the balance (01:01). Chinese Premier Li Keqiang is in Cambodia for a series of meetings on East Asia cooperation (07:07). Sweden is promising to live up to the security commitments made to Türkiye (23:02).
The U.N. secretary general has warned that the world is “on a highway to climate hell” (00:59). The Chinese premier has called for stronger China-Cambodia friendship and closer East Asia cooperation (08:14). Millions of U.S. voters are casting their ballots in the country's midterm elections (19:54).
The COP27 U.N. Climate Change Conference has opened in Egypt (00:57). The ongoing China International Import Expo is focused on "green" and "low carbon" solutions (09:38). A plane crash in Tanzania has claimed at least 19 lives (21:39).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for closer Sino-German cooperation amid global challenges (01:04). China has released a white paper on its achievements in developing the Beidou Navigation Satellite System (14:03). The Beijing International Marathon will return this weekend after being canceled for two straight years (46:33).
The Mengtian lab module has reached its permanent position in orbit, giving China's space station a "T" shaped configuration (1:01). More foreign leaders are visiting China in the hope of promoting relations and cooperation (3:25). North Korea test-fired more missiles on Thursday, including one described as an intercontinental ballistic missile (17:46).
Chinese President Xi Jinping called for more efforts to promote strategic cooperation with Pakistan during a meeting with visiting Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif (01:04). Tensions are mounting after Pyongyang fired artillery shells in response to joint military drills between Washington and Seoul (08:07). The first village to benefit from China's "targeted poverty alleviation" is attracting young people back home to develop their businesses (21:37).
The Chinese and Vietnamese ruling parties are vowing to bring relations between the two countries to a new level (01:01). The Pakistani prime minister is visiting China aiming to further promote cooperation (05:27). Preparations for the 5th China International Import Expo are in full swing (37:21).
The construction of China's space station is entering the final stage following the successful launch of the Mengtian space lab module (01:03). South Korean authorities are investigating the deadly stampede in Seoul over the weekend (12:40). Many young Chinese people are advocating frugal lifestyles as they mark World Thrift Day (22:58).
General Secretary Xi Jinping has stressed promoting the founding spirit of the Communist Party of China and striving in unity for fulfilling the goals set by the Party congress (1:00). EU energy ministers are looking for ways to keep energy prices down across the bloc this winter (9:14). A report shows an alarming drop in the global wildlife population over the last fifty years (24:18).
The Chinese president's letter to the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations says closer communication and cooperation between the two sides will help bring greater stability and certainty to the world (1:04). The UK's new prime minister has faced opposition lawmakers in Parliament for the first time (10:47). The International Energy Agency says it believes global emissions will peak in 2025 (24:37).
New trends in consumer spending have become a key factor driving China's economic growth (01:03). Some global scholars believe China's experience in governance and development has set a good example for other countries to learn from (05:52). Health experts in the United States are concerned over the triple threat of flu, COVID-19 and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (26:14).
Observers are expecting that Rishi Sunak will have to face enormous challenges as he assumes office as British prime minister (00:58). Voters express concerns over soaring living costs as the midterm elections approach in the United States (07:37). China's second space station lab module is ready for launch (20:25).
A CPC report has charted a course for building China into a great, modern socialist country in all respects (01:05). Many US hospitals continue to report overwhelming numbers of respiratory illnesses involving children (21:32). China sees a better economic performance and foreign trade in Q3 (38:43).
Officials elaborate on China's progress in conservation and environmental protection on the sideline of the CPC National Congress (1:07). Britain's Conservative Party has laid out the rules for selecting the next party leader, who also becomes prime minister (18:26). Pfizer expects to quadruple the price of its COVID-19 vaccine next year (27:28).
Chinese officials at the CPC National Congress have reiterated the country's commitment to building a world of lasting peace through dialogue and consultation(1:07). U.S. President Joe Biden has announced he will release 15 million barrels from the strategic petroleum reserve(23:26). The World Health Organization says COVID-19 is still a global public health emergency(25:51).
Legal authorities at the 20th CPC National Congress elaborate on how China plans to improve the rule-of-law in the country (1:06). The European Commission has proposed more measures for tackling high energy prices (19:03). An Italian astronaut who is popular in China returns to Earth after spending six months in orbit (24:29).
Leaders and officials from around the world say the ongoing CPC National Congress in Beijing offers inspiration and opportunity (1:02). Uganda is developing its first major commercial oil project with assistance from China (16:27). Scientists at the World Health Summit are talking about collaboration for fighting pandemics like COVID-19 (22:35).
The Communist Party of China is aiming to improve governance within its ranks and further strengthen the Party in the new era (1:01). The U.K.'s new finance minister is facing a difficult task in shoring up the country's struggling economy (18:02). A study on "long COVID" shows how persistent the lingering symptoms can be (26:16).
Delegates express expectations for the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (10:55). The National Grain Security Publicity Week aims to increase public knowledge of grain security in China (18:48). China’s consumer price index rose 2.8 percent year on year in September, reversing the 0.1-percent decline in August (38:15).
European Union energy ministers discuss a possible EU agreement on energy prices in the Czech capital city of Prague (05:32). A senior health expert explains why China should continue with its "dynamic zero" anti-COVID approach (20:06). Many farmers in China are rolling up their sleeves to help ensure food security (22:15).
Russia's Federal Security Service says it has arrested five Russians and three citizens of Ukraine and Armenia for the Crimea Bridge blast (1:03). Astronauts aboard China's space station have livestreamed a science lecture for the first time from the Wentian lab module (9:42). Survivors of the Bali bombing, alongside families and friends of the victims marked the 20-year anniversary of the attacks (23:32).
Ukraine has vowed to strengthen armed forces after Russia's aerial assaults (1:03). Chinese astronauts are set to give the third lecture from the country's space station (9:49). Survivors speak out about abuse at Native American boarding schools (17:33).
Explosions rocked several Ukrainian cities with casualties reported (1:00). North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has guided recent exercises by nuclear tactical operation units (4:01). China's 2nd space station lab module is loaded with propellant for launch (23:04).
A Chinese envoy says a draft document rejected by the UN Human Rights Commission was an attempt at containing China's development (1:00). Thailand is mourning the victims of Thursday's attack at a daycare center in the country (7:59). Swedish authorities say investigators have found evidence of detonations along the damaged Nord Stream pipelines (21:44).
OPEC and its allies say they will cut oil production by two million barrels per day to shore up prices (1:01). South Korean authorities say North Korea has test-fired two more ballistic missiles (5:41). A mass shooting at a daycare center in Thailand leaves at least 34 people dead (16:26).
The South Korean and U.S. militaries have fired a volley of missiles during joint drills (9:21). The national debt of the United States has exceeded 31 trillion dollars for the first time (10:55). An American chemist has won the Nobel Prize twice (26:36).
Tokyo warned residents to take cover after North Korea tested a ballistic missile, sending it flying over Japan (01:04). Russia's Federation Council has ratified legislation allowing four Ukrainian regions to join Russia (02:48). Afghanistan's National Museum is striving to preserve the country's ancient heritage despite decades of conflict (21:57).
Authorities in Indonesia say they will establish an independent fact-finding team to investigate the deadly stampede at a football stadium that killed at least 125 people (1:02). Svante Paabo has won the Nobel Prize in Medicine (3:28). And China is expecting nearly 5.8 mln railway passenger trips on the third day of the National Day holiday (23:05).
Millions of people in China are ready to travel during the National Day holiday, which is expected to boost the country's tourism industry (7:08). China has moved the Wentian lab module by using a large robotic arm (12:14). European Union officials have met in Brussels to discuss the energy crisis and other issues affecting the region (17:41).
A senior Chinese diplomat says the country has always been a contributor to world peace, development and international order while expanding ties with the rest of the world (5:42). Sweden has detected a fourth leak on the Nord Stream pipelines in the Baltic Sea (23:24). China's central bank says the country will carry out finance reform in three cities (37:54).
The United Nations nuclear watchdog has expressed readiness to further deepen cooperation with China (3:48). China's agricultural technology and smart devices are helping farmers in many other Asian countries (13:40). Authorities say China is confident that it will achieve positive growth in its foreign trade in the second half of the year (38:35).
The United Nations Secretary-General has called for the elimination of nuclear threats around the world (0:59). Several countries have voiced support for China in defending its sovereignty and territorial integrity (5:01). A growing number of people in China are staying in homestays while traveling (10:04).
Authorities say China's progress in new infrastructure has facilitated the country's social and economic development over the past decade (1:02). A group of artists in Shandong Province have helped their village become a key tourist attraction (10:51). A report by China's central bank shows that yuan-denominated assets are increasingly popular among overseas investors (39:13).
Farmers across China celebrate the annual harvest festival in various ways (7:04). California plans to start installing windfarm facilities off the U.S. west coast before the end of the year (23:09). Official data shows that the number of new energy vehicles registered in China has reached nearly 11 million (37:16).
The Chinese foreign minister has urged developed countries to fulfill their commitments and provide developing countries with support (2:26). The Afghan central bank says the country has received 40 million U.S. dollars in cash as humanitarian aid to bolster its economy (14:49). Some public health experts have raised concerns after U.S. President Joe Biden declared that the pandemic is "over" (23:39).
The Russian president has ordered the first military mobilization in his country since World War II (0:59). The General Debate of the 77th session of the UN General Assembly has opened in New York (5:14). China is marking World Alzheimer's Day (10:26).
While meeting with former U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that mishandling the Taiwan question will have a disruptive impact on Sino-U.S. ties (1:00). A senior United Nations official has hailed China's efforts in poverty alleviation (1:53). Fruit farmers across many parts of China are embracing a bumper harvest of their products (10:51).
The head of the United Nations is calling on wealthier nations to live up to their climate change commitments to help vulnerable countries (1:03). A number of entrepreneurs and businesses from China and Togo have bolstered bilateral trade (8:09). Officials say foreign direct investment into the Chinese mainland expanded 16 percent to over 890 billion yuan in the first eight months of the year (38:28).
United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has hailed the Global Development Initiative's role in helping implement the Sustainable Development Goals (21:39). A Chinese envoy has called for measures to ensure food security (23:44). A new batch of data shows China's economic recovery has been picking up steam over the past few months (39:33).
Chinese President Xi Jinping has met with leaders from other Shanghai Cooperation Organization member countries, who are in Samarkand to attend the organization's summit (1:02). United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says he has spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin about exporting Russian fertilizer through Black Sea ports (24:11). Carmakers are showcasing a number of new electric vehicles at an auto show in Detroit (40:41).
The Kazakh ambassador to China says President Xi Jinping's visit to Kazakhstan is of historic significance to bilateral relations (1:12). The United Nations has voiced deep concern about reports of renewed fighting along the Armenian-Azerbaijani border (21:13). Data shows that Shanghai's foreign trade maintained double-digit growth in July and August (38:40).
The United Nations nuclear watchdog chief says Russia and Ukraine are both interested in creating a security zone around the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant (15:23). The Chinese Ministry of Water Resources says the country has achieved major progress in water conservancy in the past decade (32:24). Data shows that China's small businesses continued their recovery momentum in August (38:22).
Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the annual summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Samarkand, Uzbekistan later this week (1:08). The United Nations Secretary-General has called for solidarity in South-South cooperation (10:01). A German automaker is partnering with two Chinese companies to make better batteries for electric vehicles (36:32).
Health authorities are implementing a series of preventive measures to ensure that people who resettled in tents will not fall victim to cluster infections after the quake that hit Sichuan (6:41). China has extended condolences to the United Kingdom upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II (11:58). Official data shows that China's consumer prices rose 2.5 percent in August compared to a year ago (39:19).
Officials say China is addressing issues associated with an aging society by increasing welfare support for senior citizens (10:01). China has encouraged Russia and Ukraine to maintain communication on humanitarian issues (15:39). South Korea has proposed talks with North Korea for the reunion of families separated by the Korean War (25:10).
China has urged maximum efforts in the international community to reduce risk at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant (1:02). Three Chinese astronauts have spoken with youths from eight African countries via video link (16:18). The National Health Commission says the average life expectancy in China has risen from 74.8 to 78.2 years in the past decade (33:29).
Local authorities have been stepping up emergency resettlement in the quake-hit county of Luding, Sichuan Province (1:32). Many African students have chosen to study aerospace engineering in China (12:14). Developers say Chile has granted approval for clinical research for two Chinese-made inactivated vaccines (33:28).
Russia has accused Ukraine of another attack on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant as a United Nations mission evaluates the situation in the area (4:39). Over 20 years of U.S. sanctions have left millions of Zimbabweans in poverty (7:12). The 2022 China Cybersecurity Week is underway in Hefei, Anhui Province (10:54).
A few members of the IAEA team remain at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. (8:39) The China International Fair for Trade in Services is attracting visitors with a Metaverse exhibition hall. (20:32) And over 100 companies have listed on the Beijing Stock Exchange one year since its establishment.
A team from the United Nations nuclear watchdog is scheduled to begin inspections at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant on Thursday. (8:48) The China International Fair for Trade in Services is underway in Beijing. (16:34) And Russia is hosting a week-long set of military exercises in its Far East.
An IAEA team is heading towards the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine (1:03). The Taliban has declared Aug. 31 a national holiday in Afghanistan (8:40). And Former President Mikhail Gorbachev of the Soviet Union has died at the age of 91 (17:46).
Our reporters take a look at the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan one year after U.S. troops withdrew (0:58). Pakistan estimates its economic losses in floods at $10 bln (12:09). And southwest China is finding solutions after a recent heatwave (16:12).
Pakistan is appealing for help as heavy rainfall has killed over 1,000 people in the country (1:08). The IAEA is set to visit the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant this week (5:26). And Afghanistan is still facing many challenges one year after the withdrawal of U.S. troops (7:33).
The 2022 Changchun Airshow has opened with performances by an aerobatic team of the Chinese air force (3:16). A Chinese university is cultivating talents for better managing water resources in the Lancang-Mekong region (16:14). The World Health Organization says a million people across the globe have died of COVID-19 in 2022 (19:20).
A Chinese envoy has asked the United States and NATO to stop fueling the Ukraine conflict (5:31). A new generation of aerial refueling aircraft and China's most advanced stealth fighters will join the upcoming Changchun Airshow (6:23). Health authorities in Hainan Province say they have made big strides in the pandemic prevention and control battle (15:19).
Breaking news, business reports, up-to-date sports, and hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
Breaking news, business reports, up-to-date sports, and hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
Breaking news, business reports, up-to-date sports, and hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
Breaking news, business reports, up-to-date sports, and hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
The Chinese Commerce Ministry says the one-China principle is the prerequisite for the Taiwan region to take part in overseas economic cooperation (6:18). Science and technology is a key area of cooperation between China and Africa (8:40). Israel and Türkiye have agreed to restore full diplomatic ties and dispatch ambassadors to each other after years of tensions (21:42).
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The United Nations says they have the logistics and security capacity to support IAEA inspectors to visit Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant (5:34). The 12th Beijing International Film Festival has rolled out a series of themed forums (15:51). China is encouraging the use of new technologies to promote agriculture (22:08).
Chinese envoy Yue Xiaoyong says Afghanistan is in urgent need of its foreign reserves to rebuild the country (1:03). The Chinese Embassy in Japan says it has lodged serious representation after Japanese officials sent offerings to the Yasukuni Shrine (10:30). Quanzhou's cuisine embodies strong Chinese traditions with influences from other cultures (22:55).
The United Nations Security Council has held an emergency meeting on the situation at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southern Ukraine (1:07). Quanzhou has a thriving business community that's been playing a key role in boosting the city's economic growth over the years (17:08). The Chinese government, organizations, and the public have been taking action to protect elephants, especially the endangered breeds (20:53).
The Chinese ambassador to the U.S. has accused Washington of double standards for challenging China's sovereignty over Taiwan, while emphasizing the principle of sovereignty for Ukraine (1:02). Chinese astronauts call on young people to send their paintings to the country's Tiangong space station (3:40). Quanzhou is one of the most unique cities in China and is home to an interesting blend of architecture (14:49).
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Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu says the one-China principle is an international consensus and the political foundation for China to interact with other countries (1:02). Hainan is battling with a new wave of COVID-19 (13:46). The United Nations has released a revised humanitarian appeal for more funds toward the crisis in Ukraine (17:57).
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China has decided to impose sanctions against U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her immediate family members over her recent visit to the Taiwan region (3:28). Chinese enterprises and research institutes working in Africa have teamed up to help boost local economies and China-Africa cooperation (12:05). Some experts say the catering industry in China is expected to rebound from the difficulties of April and May caused by the COVID-19 resurgence (38:35).
The Chinese People's Liberation Army has begun to conduct military exercises and training activities around the Taiwan Island (0:58). The Qixi Festival, also known as the Chinese Valentine's Day, has become well-known among people from different parts of the world (11:12). Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba says more grain ships are ready to leave Ukrainian ports following the departure of the first ship on Monday (21:03).
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The Chinese Foreign Ministry has expressed firm opposition to U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to China's Taiwan region (1:06). Kenya has benefitted considerably from its improved relations with China (15:54). This year's China International Fair for Trade in Services is set to kick off in Beijing at the end of this month (41:07).
China has celebrated the 95th founding anniversary of the People's Liberation Army (0:58). Several Chinese vocational schools have sent support to Kenya to train locals on the operation of the Mombasa-Nairobi Railway (13:45). The first ship carrying Ukrainian grain has set off from the port of Odesa under an internationally brokered safe passage deal (17:04).
The Chinese and U.S. presidents have spoken over the phone, with both leaders describing the talks as candid and in-depth (1:04). The second Hainan Expo will conclude following hundreds of new product launches over the past week (9:32). The U.S. House of Representatives has passed sweeping bipartisan legislation to subsidize the domestic semiconductor industry (25:18).
The Chinese foreign minister is in Uzbekistan for a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (1:04). China's awarded its highest military honor to three servicemen ahead of the anniversary of the founding of the People's Liberation Army (8:17). The leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea says the country is ready to mobilize nuclear war deterrent (21:03).
The Philippine president orders rescue relief operations after a strong earthquake hit the country (1:05). The European Union has agreed to curb gas consumption amid fears that Russia could cut-off supplies this winter (3:30). China-backed bank funds the project of slum transformation in Indonesia (15:11).
China's president hosts high-level talks with his counterpart from Indonesia (1:01). Thousands of domestic and international brands are now on display at the 2nd International Consumer Products Expo (8:06). Ukraine says the country’s grain exports will resume later this week under the recent deal signed with Russia (18:38).
Indonesian President Joko Widodo is on a visit to China at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping (1:01). Chinese astronauts have entered the new science lab that docked with the country's space station core module (10:49). The second edition of China International Consumer Products Expo kicks off in Hainan (13:53).
Chinese officials say Japan's defense white paper falsely labels China as a regional security concern and distorts China's national defense policy (1:10). China calls Japan's nuclear water discharge irresponsible as Japanese regulators approved a plan to release the Fukushima nuclear plant wastewater into the ocean (19:04). Contact tracing is underway at the White House after U.S. President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19 (23:07).
Italy's president has accepted Prime Minister Mario Draghi's resignation (1:02). China's ambassador to the U.S. says Beijing doesn’t seek confrontation (5:48). Russia has resumed gas flow through the Nord Stream 1 pipeline to Europe following a maintenance shutdown (21:44).
China tells the World Economic Forum that it's committed to a market-oriented, world-class business environment (1:05). The city of Foshan has transformed itself into a hub for high-end manufacturers in recent years (5:00). Sri Lanka has a new president amid the country's economic turmoil (14:05).
China is urging the U.S. to cancel the planned trip to Taiwan by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (1:01). China and Pakistan are cementing their "iron brotherhood" relationship through the construction of an economic corridor (5:32). Much of Europe continues to swelter in record-breaking heat (16:38).
China is preparing to launch the Wentian space lab module from Hainan Province later this month (01:15). Rain-triggered mountain torrents have killed at least six people in Sichuan Province (10:17). South Korea's foreign minister is visiting Japan for the first time in four years (18:22).
The Chinese President has visited a university, an international land port, a residential community and other sites during his inspection tour of Xinjiang (01:10). Indonesia is accelerating development and reshaping its future through its infrastructure cooperation with China (13:54). Italy's president has rejected the prime minister's resignation amid government turmoil over a relief bill to combat soaring prices (26:13).
A Pakistani hydropower project with Chinese investment and expertise has officially begun operation (00:56). China and Argentina are celebrating 50 years of diplomatic ties (14:40). Millions of immigrants in the U.S. are struggling financially as industries are reeling from the pandemic (21:18).
Official data shows that China's foreign trade grew by over nine percent in the first half of 2022 (01:02). Shanghai has recorded its highest temperatures in 150 years (08:54). U.S. President Joe Biden is visiting the Middle East, his first trip to the region since taking office (16:56).
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and ASEAN Secretary-General Lim Jock Hoi are vowing to strengthen ties (01:03). Polluting industries in China are taking a new green development path, as the country is pushing them to transition (10:04). A growing number of workers in the U.K. are taking to the streets to demand better working conditions (18:08).
Chinese authorities have called on all stakeholders in Sri Lanka to act in the fundamental interests of the country and its people (01:00). The Russia-Ukraine Conflict has affected the global economy in different ways (06:35). Foreign companies in China are now looking to advance in high tech industries (17:50).
Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has died of his wounds after he was shot while delivering a campaign speech (01:17). China is ramping up efforts to improve rural development after its victory against extreme poverty (10:00). Details are starting to emerge on who will replace Boris Johnson as the U.K. prime minister (20:35).
British media reports say Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to announce his resignation amid mounting pressure on him to step down (01:16). Ceremonies are held across China to mark the 85th anniversary of the beginning of the country’s nationwide war against Japanese aggression (15:28). Russian troops continue to advance in eastern Ukraine (21:26).
China and Thailand have agreed to step up ties in several areas including railways and cyber security (01:17). China battles karaoke COVID cluster in Shanghai among other outbreaks (10:51). Officials have charged the suspect in the deadly 4th of July shooting in Chicago with seven counts of first degree murder (19:10).
China and other countries along the Lancong-Mekong River have vowed to deepen collaboration in a number of areas, including agriculture and digital economy (01:17). Shanghai's development continues pioneering China's reform and opening up process (09:11). Finland and Sweden have formally signed documents for the NATO accession protocol (21:59).
Visiting Chinese diplomat Yang Jiechi says the country is looking to strengthen its cooperation with Zimbabwe in a number of areas (01:17). The Chinese president's philosophy on ecology continues to transform Zhejiang Province (4:13). Russia says it has taken the entire Luhansk region in eastern Ukraine (18:04).
The Chinese president hails the success of the "One Country, Two Systems" principle while marking the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland (01:06). Friday also marks the 101st anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China as the number of party members has surpassed 96 million (11:07). Russia says it pulled its troops from Ukraine's Snake Island as a gesture of goodwill (22:33).
The Chinese president has congratulated Hong Kong and offered his best wishes to mark the 25th anniversary of the city's return to the motherland (01:16). China is pledging to work with Pakistan to safeguard the interests of developing countries (13:22). Russia promises a response if NATO sets up infrastructure in Finland and Sweden (19:03).
The Chinese ambassador to the U.N. is urging NATO not to stoke a new cold war because of the Ukraine crisis (01:19). The chair of Hong Kong's largest political party says electoral changes in the special administrative region have improved governance (09:23). Turkey has lifted its objections to Finland and Sweden joining NATO after reaching an agreement with the two countries (17:00).
China slashes quarantine time for inbound travelers from 14 days to seven as the country eases its COVID containment measures (00:55). The first batch of earthquake relief supplies donated by the Chinese government has arrived in Afghanistan (02:43). G7 leaders have promised to continue support for Ukraine as long as necessary (16:52).
China and Guyana in South America are marking 50 years of bilateral relations (01:16). Hong Kong's security chief says the National Security Law has saved the city from chaos (14:01). G7 leaders meeting in Germany are downplaying expectations as protesters call for more action on climate change and other issues (20:57).
Chinese President Xi Jinping highlights the importance of fostering high-quality partnership while hosting the 14th BRICS Summit (01:08). European Union leaders have unanimously backed Ukraine's bid to join the EU bloc (18:07). The U.S. Senate has passed a bipartisan gun control bill aimed at addressing increasing gun violence in the country (22:02).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is urging solidarity among the BRICS countries at the ongoing summit of the five-nation group (01:19). China has delivered the world's largest container ship in Shanghai (15:35). Authorities in Afghanistan say the earthquake on Wednesday has claimed over a thousand lives (21:50).
The Chinese president is set to deliver the keynote speech at the BRICS business forum opening ceremony this evening (01:19). A former chief executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region hails China's "One Country, Two Systems" principal as vibrant and viable (08:37). A 6.1 magnitude earthquake killed hundreds of people in Afghanistan (17:04).
China's trade with other BRICS countries went up 12 percent year on year in the first five months of 2022 (01:17). Incoming Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee says he will prioritize economic opportunities, housing and jobs (08:05). The biggest rail strike in 30 years is underway in the U.K. (20:18).
BRICS partnership useful and effective: Brazil's envoy to China (04:48). Outgoing Chief Executive Carrie Lam says the National Security Law has set things on the right track for Hong Kong (11:31). Asia's largest passenger railway hub is back in business in the Chinese capital after four years of reconstruction (15:58). Gustavo Petro is set to become Colombia's first leftist president (21:56).
Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to host the 14th BRICS Summit in Beijing next week (00:59). China has launched its first domestically-made aircraft carrier using catapults to launch planes (05:07). Russia calls visits by European leaders to Ukraine “zero use” (22:59).
Top Chinese diplomat Yang Jiechi calls on BRICS countries to practice multilateralism while chairing a security meeting (01:19). The last section of a rail loop around China's largest desert in Xinjiang has started operation (11:55). Several European leaders are in Kyiv to show solidarity (19:11).
China says the U.N. rights body should serve as a platform for dialogue as 69 countries say no to interference in China's internal affairs (01:05). The Greater Bay Area nurtures business in Hong Kong (08:09). Russia says the negotiation with Ukraine has stalled (17:31).
Chinese diplomat Yang Jiechi opposes using competition to define China-U.S. relations while talking with U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan (01:04). Official says China has built the world's largest network infrastructure in the past decade (03:59). Heavy fighting continues in eastern Ukraine as Russia is in control of the city center of Severodonetsk (17:13).
Archaeologists have made new discoveries at Sanxingdui (04:16). Russia says it destroyed warehouses of western weapons in Ukraine (14:11). U.S. lifts COVID test requirement for international travelers by air (18:25).
Chinese officials say the country's transport sector is among the busiest in the world following decades of improvements (01:10). Local authorities in Sichuan Province are ramping up rescue and repair efforts after a swarm of strong earthquakes (13:50). A House panel investigating the January 6 attack at the U.S. Capitol has blamed Donald Trump for orchestrating the assault (22:45).
China and Tajikistan vow to increase trade and boost new energy cooperation following talks at the China-plus-Central Asia Foreign Ministers' meetings (01:12). Advanced technologies are boosting China's summer grain harvest (10:19). The U.S. president launched the Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles with an economic proposal, but several other regional leaders are absent from the event (19:13).
China's foreign minister has been meeting with his Central Asian counterparts on the sidelines of a major regional meeting in Kazakhstan (01:10). China's ministry of commerce says the country will use targeted measures to maintain economic stability and foreign trade (09:19). The Russian and Turkish foreign ministers have discussed safe passage for Ukrainian grain shipments to ease global concerns (24:01).
China's college entrance exams --- known as the Gaokao --- kicked off nationwide in most areas, with pandemic precautions in place (01:16). China is urging the United States, the U.K. and Australia to heed the call of the international community and stop advancing their nuclear weapons material transfers involved in the AUKUS framework (08:52). Mexico's president decides to skip the Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles this week because of the U.S. decision to exclude Venezuela, Cuba and Nicaragua (15:04).
The Shenzhou-14 crew has entered the Tianzhou-4 cargo craft after successfully docking with China's space station (01:17). Authorities in Beijing say the city is now in the final stages of eliminating the latest resurgence of COVID-19 (09:19). Conservative lawmakers in the U.K. are holding a vote on whether to replace Boris Johnson as leader of the party and as prime minister (19:56).
The Chinese foreign minister is now in Timor Leste for the final stop on his eight-nation Pacific Islands tour (01:04). The tourism sector has recovered in many parts of China in time for the ongoing Dragon Boat Festival holiday (08:21). The European Union has given its final approval for a partial embargo on Russian oil and other sanctions (20:17).
Rescue work continues in Sichuan Province after two major earthquakes struck the region around Ya'an on Wednesday (01:05).Beijing has re-opened most public areas across the city as the latest Covid outbreak eases (05:33).Russia has criticized the U.S. decision to send advanced rocket systems to Ukraine, saying the movie increases the risk of expanding the current conflict (16:50).
The Chinese foreign minister arrives in Vanuatu amid his ongoing eight-nation tour of Pacific Island nations. Life and work in Shanghai are returning to normal following months of COVID-related restrictions across the city. Russia vows to respond to the European Union's recent decision to impose a partial embargo on Russian oil imports.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says Beijing and Washington share a responsibility for building a tolerant world with shared security. Shanghai plans to fully restore normal conditions for life and work starting June 1st, after months of COVID-19 restrictions. European Union leaders have agreed on a partial embargo on Russian oil.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets with counterparts from 10 Pacific island nations in Fiji. COVID-19 restrictions are being lifted in main Chinese cities as the number of new infections continues to drop. Searchers have recovered 16 bodies at the site of a plane crash in central Nepal.
Chinese authorities are vowing measures to ease traffic restrictions and ensure smooth logistics across the country. Efforts are in full swing to ensure a bumper summer harvest in China. And the Chinese foreign minister has explained the country's principals for developing relations with Pacific island countries.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is visiting the Solomon Islands, the first stop of his 8-nation tour in the South Pacific. U.S. authorities say the school shooter in Texas posted about his plans to attack before he opened fire inside Robb Elementary. And Chinese banks are ramping up support for small business.
Chinese authorities are improving services for university graduates and other job seekers across the country. A teenage shooter has killed at least 19 students and two teachers at an elementary school in Texas. And many countries affected by monkeypox are preparing their stockpiles of vaccines and developing treatments.
Medical services are resuming in Shanghai's hospitals as new Covid case numbers continue to fall in the city. The WHO has issued a statement on the monkeypox virus spreading in some parts of the world. And authorities say China will adopt a package of measures to stabilize economic performance and get the economy back to normal.
Shanghai is gradually reopening public transportation services as numbers for new Covid cases continue to drop. China says Washington's Indo-Pacific Strategy runs counter to established regional trends. And China's top economic planner has approved 38 fixed-asset investment projects worth over 530 billion yuan in the first four months of this year.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the BRICS countries to inject stability and positive energy into international relations. China has cut a key loan rate by a record amount. And the IOC has reallocated Tokyo 2020 men's 4x100m relay bronze to China.
Global business leaders have launched an initiative in Beijing calling for efforts to promote economic recovery. The UN chief has urged concerted action to combat the surge in food insecurity. And the White House says the U.S. saw a three-fold increase in COVID-19 cases over the past month.
Shanghai Customs has introduced policies for goods clearance in key industries. Finland and Sweden have formally applied to join NATO. And the U.K. has set out legislation to scrap parts of the Northern Ireland protocol.
Officials say Shanghai has cut off the community transmission of COVID-19 in all of its 16 districts. Many foreign enterprises say they still find China an attractive destination for investment despite the challenges brought by COVID-19. And Sweden officially announces its intention to join NATO.
Shanghai has unveiled its epidemic control plan for the coming period, dividing it into three stages. Some businesses in Shanghai are starting to resume their offline operations. And the mass shooting in Buffalo, New York, is being investigated as a racially motivated attack.
China has rolled out a slew of measures to help stabilize employment. Authorities say the forest quality in China has been improving over the years. And U.S. President Joe Biden has commemorated the death of one million people in the U.S. from COVID-19, calling the number "a tragic milestone."
Officials say China has both cemented and improved its status as the world's second-largest economy over the past decade. Beijing is helping people with disabilities tide over the resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic. And Finnish leaders have announced their support to join the NATO military alliance.
Shanghai has managed to cut the community transmission of COVID-19 in several districts. Over 80 percent of small businesses in China have resumed operation. And preliminary results show Ferdinand Marcos Jr. secured a win in the Philippine presidential election.
The Chinese president is urging the country's youth league to maintain the strong bond between the Communist Party of China and the nation's youth. Another cargo spaceship has docked with China's space station. And France says the E.U. deal on a Russian oil embargo could be secured this week.
The Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of China's State Council has congratulated John Lee after he was elected Hong Kong's chief executive designate. The automobile industry in Shanghai and Jiangsu is gradually recovering from the latest COVID-19 resurgence. And the Group of Seven says the bloc will phase out or ban the import of Russian oil.
The Chinese capital has taken strict pandemic control measures while ensuring the operation of essential services. Small firms and self-employed individuals in China will get greater support to stabilize employment and supply chains. And the UN Chief says it's time for the "cycle of death and destruction" in Ukraine to end.
Shanghai has introduced treatment measures for severe and critical COVID cases, while overall case numbers are dropping. People in Beijing's Chaoyang District have been asked to work from home as the city intensifies efforts to curb the COVID resurgence. And the U.S. says yet another new subvariant of Omicron has been spreading in recent weeks.
Shanghai continues to see a downward trend in new Covid cases, as authorities enact measures to ensure the safety of workers returning to their jobs. China has set up the world's highest-altitude weather station on Mount Qomolangma. And the European Commission has finalized work on the sixth tranche of sanctions against Russia over its actions in Ukraine.
China has launched a clinical trial for an Omicron-targeted vaccine in Zhejiang Province. A number of Chinese cities are issuing coupons to spur spending during the five-day Labor Day holiday. And one policy bank in China has extended 21 billion yuan of loans to support logistics infrastructure in the country.
Beijing and Shanghai have ramped up testing and prevention efforts against COVID-19 during the May Day holiday. Many people in China have chosen to continue working during the holiday. And Ukraine has evacuated 100 women, children and elders from Mariupol.
Chinese health authorities say the country's dynamic-zero COVID policy is key to managing the pandemic while pursuing economic progress. The U.N. Secretary General has met with the Ukrainian president in Kyiv. And the China-Laos Railway has launched a new intermodal road-rail transport service.
Beijing has added more neighborhoods to its "high risk" Covid areas as cases in the capital continue to climb. The capital of Jilin Province will gradually remove its citywide closed-off management imposed due to a recent COVID-19 resurgence. And Chinese health authorities have approved a new inactivated vaccine for clinical trials targeting the Omicron variant.
Chinese president Xi Jinping has called for stronger efforts in building the country's modern infrastructure system. Over twenty Chinese provinces have adopted a unified traffic pass to safeguard the country's supply chains amid the pandemic. And energy companies say Russia is to halt natural gas supplies to Poland and Bulgaria from Wednesday.
Officials say the data for COVID-19 infections in Shanghai continues to fluctuate, but the daily number of people testing positive is on a downward trend. Guangdong Province is taking steps to guarantee logistics flows amid the latest COVID-19 resurgence. And the U.N. Secretary-General is on a visit in Moscow.
China is mapping out the fourth phase of its lunar exploration program. Many foreigners in Shanghai have volunteered to contribute to their communities under closed-off management. And French incumbent President Emmanuel Macron has won re-election.
A senior economist with the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization shares his insight on the impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on grain production. Leaders of Asian countries call for better regional connectivity and effective cooperation amid global challenges. And the U.N. chief calls for action on climate disruption, habitat loss and pollution.
The Chinese president has proposed a Global Security Initiative to promote security for all in the world. A report shows that China will see steady improvement in grain output in the coming decade. And the two remaining candidates in the French presidential election have faced off in a televised debate.
The annual Boao Forum for Asia is underway in Hainan for discussions on the post-pandemic development agenda for Asia and the world. Tesla's Shanghai factory has resumed operation after over 20 days of suspended production due to Covid. And the Russian foreign minister says the second phase of Russia's special military operation in Ukraine has begun.
Enterprises in Shanghai are able to resume business operations even as COVID restrictions remain in most of the city. We get a preview of the Boao Forum for Asia which is set to get underway in Hainan. And a U.N. official is urging Russia and Ukraine to negotiate a meaningful ceasefire so humanitarian aid convoys can reach civilians.
China's economy expanded 4.8 percent from a year ago to over 27 trillion yuan in the first quarter of this year. Authorities say China's nucleic acid testing agencies can process over 51.6 million samples per day. And many U.S. university campuses have reinstated indoor mask mandates amid a nationwide spike in coronavirus cases.
The three astronauts on board China's space station are set to return to Earth after a six-month mission in orbit. The U.N. has released funding for seven "hunger hot spots" in Africa and the Middle East to ease the effects of the Ukraine conflict. And China's central bank has decided to cut the reserve requirement ratio for financial institutions.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for accelerating the development of Hainan into a free trade port with Chinese characteristics and global influence. The UN chief calls for action to mitigate global impacts of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. And police in New York have arrested a suspect in connection with Tuesday's shooting on a subway car.
Official data shows that China deferred 260 billion yuan of taxes for small businesses last month. Authorities will accelerate preparation work for customs clearance on Hainan Island this year. And police are hunting for a "person of interest" in a New York City subway shooting.
China will maintain its dynamic zero-COVID approach as the country is at a critical moment in the fight against COVID-19. A World Bank report says the economic output in Russia is projected to contract by 11.2% in 2022. And India's economy is feeling the ripple effects of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Shanghai will follow the "dynamic zero" policy with more targeted and customized moves to tackle the COVID-19 resurgence. China has released a guideline on the establishment of a unified domestic market. And the first round of France's presidential election sees the two top candidates heading to a runoff later this month.
China has held an event to honor those who have made outstanding contributions to the Beijing Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Russia has decided to terminate its membership on the United Nations Human Rights Council early. And Japan says it will ban coal imports from Russia and impose a wide range of additional sanctions.
Railway departments across China are working to deliver aid to Shanghai, which is battling a resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic. A protocol on upgrading the free trade agreement between China and New Zealand has come into force. And the U.S. has imposed a new round of sanctions targeting Russian financial institutions and individuals.
Shanghai has started a new round of citywide nucleic acid testing amid the resurgence of COVID-19 cases. China's envoy to the U.N. says Beijing is strongly committed to de-escalating and ending the conflict in Ukraine. And the Russia-Ukraine conflict is affecting Italy's agricultural sector.
Shanghai has sped up mass testing of COVID-19 for its residents while expanding capacity at hospitals to accommodate more patients. The Russia-Ukraine conflict is having a significant impact on the economy in Kenya. And U.N. climate scientists are warning that temperatures on Earth will shoot past a key danger point unless greenhouse gas emissions fall faster.
China's biggest city has stepped up efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19 as medical workers from across the country rush to the business hub to aid local hospitals. A Chinese aid project is helping modernize the agriculture sector in Zimbabwe. And auto maker BYD says it has ceased production of traditional gasoline-powered vehicles.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has concluded talks with European Council President Charles Michel and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Xiong'an New Area is positioned to become a new hub in northern China featuring green and smart technologies. And it's rubles or no gas from Russia for certain countries and regions.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says China, Afghanistan and Pakistan should restart trilateral cooperation. A preliminary report on the China Eastern Airlines plane crash is expected to be issued within 30 days of the incident. And the WHO says the COVID-19 virus is likely to continue to evolve, but its severity will reduce overtime.
The Chinese Foreign Minister is hosting the Third Meeting of Foreign Ministers of the Countries Neighboring Afghanistan in Anhui. Russia and Ukraine have concluded a round of face-to-face peace talks in Istanbul. And Shanghai has announced supportive measures to help businesses affected by COVID-19.
Russian and Ukrainian delegates are in Turkey for another round of peace talks. Several areas in China are enforcing COVID-19 restrictions. And the president of Peru survived a second impeachment vote.
The voice data recorder from the China Eastern Airlines crash in Guangxi is now in Beijing for analysis. Ukraine's president has outlined conditions for accepting Russian demands for neutrality. Chinese space officials are preparing to bring the Tianzhou-2 cargo craft back home.
Experts are searching for the second black box and working to identify victims of the China Eastern Airlines plane crash in Guangxi. Local governments are working to ensure ample supplies during COVID-19 lockdowns in Jilin. And China continues to call for more dialogue to solve the Ukraine conflict as the fighting enters its second month.
Europe is feeling the impact of the conflict in Ukraine a month after Russia launched its special military operation. One of the black boxes from the crashed passenger plane in Guangxi is now in Beijing for decoding. And former South Korean president Park Geun-hye has been discharged from hospital.
Searchers have found a badly damaged black box of the China Eastern Airlines plane that crashed in Guangxi on Monday. The United Nations chief says the conflict in Ukraine is "unwinnable." And Malaysia is tapping the potential of its fast-growing e-commerce market under the RCEP trade deal.
Rescuers have discovered some personal belongings and more debris at the site of a passenger plane crash in Guangxi. Ukraine's president says he's ready to discuss a commitment not to join NATO in exchange for a ceasefire. And a new drug is being used in Jilin to treat COVID-19 patients.
A Chinese Eastern Airlines flight crashed in Guangxi while flying from Kunming to Guangzhou. Talks are expected to resume between Russia and Ukraine, with the Ukrainian president calling again for direct talks with his Russian counterpart. And Jilin is reshuffling its medical resources to combat a local COVID-19 resurgence.
China continues to record thousands of new COVID-19 infections daily, with the vast majority of cases in Jilin Province. A Chinese envoy speaking on the Ukraine crisis is calling for restraint in order to prevent a broader humanitarian crisis. And, India's ruling party put up a strong performance in regional election.
Japanese authorities have lifted a tsunami alert following a strong earthquake in waters near the site of the Fukushima nuclear disaster. Both sides of the Ukraine conflict are reporting optimism from the latest round of peace talks. And, Mexico is exploring natural solutions for dealing with climate change and hurricanes.
The Chinese mainland reported nearly two thousand new COVID cases on Tuesday as the country updated its diagnosis and treatment protocols. Kyiv is bracing for more attacks amid Russia's ongoing military operation in Ukraine. And new regulations in Australia ban social media influencers from giving testimonials on therapeutic and health-related products.
Senior Chinese and U.S. diplomats met in Rome to discuss the situation in Ukraine and issues in bilateral relations. It has been 11 years since the start of the protests in Syria leading to the humanitarian crisis in the country. And China is taking efforts to enhance the protection of consumer rights on the internet.
China and the United Kingdom are marking 50 years of bilateral ties. Jilin Province is a hot spot of the recent COVID-19 resurgence on the Chinese mainland. And China's loan numbers for February came in lower than expected.
Key measures and plans were approved as this year's political season in China drew to a close. All Chinese students have evacuated Ukraine. And it's now been two years since the World Health Organization recognized COVID-19 as a pandemic.
China's top political advisory body has concluded its annual session where nearly 6,000 proposals were submitted. The foreign ministers of Russia and Ukraine have met in Turkey. And Yoon Suk-yeol has been elected as South Korea's next president.
Experts at this year's Two Sessions meetings in Beijing are expressing optimism for the Chinese economy. Officials in Ukraine are indicating willingness for direct talks between the Ukrainian and Russian presidents. And an American who has devoted himself to helping disabled people in China has lauded the country's progress in improving barrier-free facilities.
The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress outlined China's achievements over the past year and goals for 2022 in its annual work report. Russia and Ukraine did not achieve any significant results during their third round of peace talks but agreed to meet again soon. And female astronaut Wang Yaping delivered a special message from China's space station to mark International Women's Day.
The Chinese foreign minister has called on BRICS countries to play a more important role in global governance. The International Paralympic Committee has hailed efforts by the Beijing Paralympic Winter Games in ensuring accessibility for athletes. And Russia has announced a ceasefire and the opening of humanitarian corridors in four Ukrainian cities.
China's top political advisory body has started its annual session in Beijing. The Beijing Paralympic Winter Games begin today. And Russia and Ukraine have agreed to establish a humanitarian corridor during their second round of peace talks.
China's top political advisory body and the top legislature will begin their annual sessions this week in Beijing. The World Health Organization has warned that the conflict in Ukraine could drive COVID-19 transmission rates higher. And the Tibetan New Year is being celebrated with food and dance.
Reports suggest that the second round of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine is still being finalized. The first State of the Union Address by U.S. President Joe Biden included a strong focus on the conflict in Ukraine. And a repair workshop to fix wheelchairs and prosthetics for Winter Paralympians is up and running in Beijing.
China says it welcomes talks between Russia and Ukraine. A Paralympian shares his life in Beijing as he is about to take part in his 6th Paralympic Games. And another team of mainland health experts has arrived in Hong Kong to assist in fighting the latest COVID-19 outbreak.
Representatives from Russia and Ukraine hold talks in Belarus amid tensions. U.S. President Joe Biden is set to deliver his first State of the Union Address. And this year's International Rare Disease Day celebrates life in colors.
China's embassy in Ukraine is preparing chartered flights for Chinese nationals in the country. Russia says its military action in Ukraine was motivated by national interests. And Ukraine says it is fighting alone.
Explosions are heard in several cities across Ukraine after Russia carried out a special military operation. People in the Brazilian city of Petropolis are looking to rebuild following the deadly mudslides last week. And 13 million people in some Horn of Africa countries are facing severe hunger because of the drought.
China has released its "No. 1 central document" for 2022, calling for the promotion of rural revitalization. China says its stance of stance on issues regarding Ukraine remains consistent. And Hong Kong has reported a record 8,647 new COVID-19 cases.
The UN chief says he is "greatly concerned" by Russia's decision to recognize certain areas of Donetsk and Luhansk as independent states. Hong Kong is setting up more isolation and treatment facilities to deal with the COVID-19 resurgence. And Tonga is now reconnected to global networks following repairs to an undersea fiber-optic cable.
Chinese officials are calling on their U.S. counterparts to seek common ground as the two countries mark 50 years since Richard Nixon's visit. Australian has reopened to international travelers who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. And UNESCO marks International Mother Language Day.
The IAEA has just wrapped up a visit to Japan to assess the safety of a planned release of water from the Fukushima nuclear power station. The president of the International Olympic Committee has hailed Beijing 2022 as a very successful Winter Olympics. And Gu Ailing has completed her Olympic debut by winning medals in all three competitions.
China is urging the United States to address Russia's concerns on security instead of stoking the crisis in Ukraine. A mainland expert team is helping Hong Kong battle a strong wave of COVID-19 infections. And three Chinese skiers have qualified for the women's halfpipe at Beijing 2022.
The International Olympic Committee has commended the efforts from the Chinese capital in promoting the sustainable development of sports in the country by hosting two Olympic Games. Russian President Vladimir Putin and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz have agreed on the need to avert war. And Guangdong Province has rolled out measures to ensure supplies of fresh food to Hong Kong amid a COVID-19 outbreak in the special administrative region.
Chinese naval ships have delivered more aid supplies to disaster-hit Tonga. The director of sustainability at the International Olympic Committee has defended the use of artificial snow at Winter Olympic Games. And Su Yiming and Gu Ailing have won gold and silver medals for China in snowboard and freeski competitions at Beijing 2022.
Mexico and China have seen their ties become stronger as the two countries mark 50 years of diplomatic relations. Chinese people favor winter sports activities as they mark Valentine's Day and the Lantern Festival. And Su Yiming and Gu Ailing have qualified for Snowboard Big Air and Freeski Slopestyle finals respectively at Beijing 2022.
Data from Olympic Broadcasting Services shows that the Beijing Winter Olympic Games have received a record of over 2 billion views online. U.S. authorities are concerned about North America's economy amid the blockade as a result of the protests in Canada. And the Chinese mainland has reaffirmed its support for Hong Kong's fight against COVID-19.
The International Olympic Committee has hailed Beijing 2022 as "the most gender-balanced" Winter Games in history. China is scheduled to make six manned space flights this year to complete the building of its space station. And some Canadian provinces are preparing to lift COVID-19 restrictions amid the trucker protests.
French President Emmanuel Macron is in Berlin after visits to Russia and Ukraine in an effort to defuse tensions on the border between the two countries in Eastern Europe. Organizers of Beijing 2022 says the use of artificial snow has no negative impact on the environment. And Baise is fighting a local cluster of COVID-19 infections.
Talks are underway in both Europe and the United States with the aim to resolve the crisis in Ukraine. A city-wide home quarantine has been put into place to tackle a local COVID-19 outbreak in Baise. And Gu Ailing has won a Freeski Big Air gold medal for China in her Olympic debut.
The pledge by the Beijing Winter Olympic Games to go green has been widely acclaimed. COVID-19 protocols are in place to guarantee safety as most Chinese people start to make their way back to work from the Lunar New Year holiday. And Chinese snowboarder Su Yiming makes history by winning a silver medal in the slopestyle competition.
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday met his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Beijing. Three reporters bring the latest developments on the ground from Beijing, Yanqing district and Zhangjiakou of Hebei Province. The president of World Anti-Doping Agency says a new Dried Blood Spot test is set for its first official use at the Beijing Winter Olympics and the Paralympics.
President Xi Jinping has spoken to the International Olympic Committee via video, saying China is ready to present a safe and splendid Winter Games. IOC President Thomas Bach says the Beijing Winter Olympics will make history. The U.S. says it will deploy additional troops to Europe over tensions between Russia and Ukraine.
About 12-hundred torch bearers are taking part in the Beijing Winter Olympic torch relay that will pass through all three competition zones ahead of the opening ceremony of the Games on Friday. The Russian president is accusing the West of ignoring Moscow's top security demands. The president of Guinea-Bissau says a coup in the West African country has failed.
People in different parts of China are marking New Year's Day in various ways. The Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics torch relay will kick off on Wednesday morning. And the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership agreement has officially taken effect in South Korea.
President Xi Jinping has extended his greetings to all Chinese on the eve of the Lunar New Year, or the Spring Festival. China is sending its second aid supplies to Tonga on Monday. Canada has decided to withdraw more staff from the Canadian embassy in Ukraine.
Over 30 tons of relief materials have arrived in Tonga aboard two Chinese military transports. China has released a white paper outlining key areas of the space program to be focused on over the next five years. Russia says the U.S. did not adequately respond to its security concerns, but there is room for further dialogue.
China says it is important to uphold the Minsk Agreements to solve the Ukrainian issue. All the Olympic villages are now open for Beijing 2022. The U.S. Federal Reserve says it is ready to raise interest rates as soon as March.
China and five Central Asian countries have vowed to deepen cooperation for the building of a closer community and a shared future. Russian troops near the border with Ukraine have begun another round of military drills as regional tensions increase. And the International Monetary Fund has downgraded its global growth forecast as the world continues to see rising COVID-19 cases.
All volunteer service stations across the city of Beijing for the 2022 Olympic Winter Games have started working. The Chinese capital is fighting a local COVID-19 outbreak ahead of the Spring Festival holiday and the Winter Olympic Games. And China's trade in goods has ranked the first in the world for five consecutive years.
Beijing 2022 organizers say COVID infections are not widespread inside the closed loop and the situation is under control. China is sending more aid to Tonga that was devastated by a volcanic eruption and tsunami just over a week ago. And the U.S. and U.K. have both announced the withdrawal of some diplomatic families and officials from Ukraine.
Tonga's king is calling for unity as the country recovers from the recent volcanic eruptions and tsunami. The Chinese yuan has become the fourth most used currency for global payments for the first time in six years. And the first international athletes are starting to arrive in Beijing for the Winter Olympics.
Relief materials are starting to reach Tongan people affected by last weekend's volcanic eruption and tsunami. The U.S. president marked his first year in office with an address from the White House to the American people. And the Olympic Village in Zhangjiakou is now ready for the Games.
A Chinese national working in Tonga says most people in the country are now safe following the strongest volcanic eruption in decades. The Beijing 2022 Organizing Committee has released the final version of the competition schedule for the Winter Games. And Microsoft has announced plans to acquire leading video game company Activision Blizzard in an all-cash transaction valued at nearly 69 billion U.S. dollars.
A Tongan official says there are hopes that some level of communication can be reestablished with the island nation in the next couple of days. A close contact of the first Omicron case in Beijing has contracted the virus. And Beijing 2022 organizers have decided not to sell tickets for the upcoming Olympic Winter Games to the general public.
Tongan officials say damage to the small Pacific island country appears to be minimal following the recent eruption of an undersea volcano. Beijing officials say a COVID case in the city has been linked to contaminated international mail. And the Chinese economy further expanded past year as the country continued its recovery from the pandemic.
China says it is capable of presenting a simple, safe and wonderful Winter Olympic Games to the world. China's foreign trade volume rose by 21 percent year on year to hit a record high in 2021. And Tennis star Novak Djokovic faces deportation again after the Australian government revoked his visa for a second time.
Russian-led peacekeeping troops have begun leaving Kazakhstan, handing over key facilities to local law enforcement. The Chinese mainland has seen its foreign direct investment inflow hit a record high. And Beijing 2022 organizers have released their Pre-Games Sustainability Report, highlighting a green Olympic Games.
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam outlined a government reshuffle plan when addressing the inaugural session of the newly elected Legislative Council. The new Kazakh government has been sworn in as the country is reeling from its worst unrest. And consumer inflation in China continued to pick up last month but at a much slower rate.
The president of Kazakhstan says Russian-led security forces brought in to restore order will begin leaving the country in two days. The U.S. has shattered the single-day record for the number of confirmed COVID infections. And medalists at the Beijing Winter Olympics will receive hand-knitted wool bouquets, instead of traditional fresh flowers.
China is combating COVID-19 outbreaks less than one month ahead of Spring Festival and the Winter Olympics. China reiterates its firm support for maintaining stability in Kazakhstan. And a British vlogger shares his impressions about China's preparation for the Winter Olympics and the growing enthusiasm for winter sports in the country.
The president of Kazakhstan says order has been restored across the country following violent protests triggered by rising fuel prices. U.S. President Joe Biden has accused former president Donald Trump of continuing to promote lies as the country marks the anniversary of the Capitol riot. And the World Health Organization says COVID precautions for the Beijing Olympics are strict and strong.
Armored vehicles and troops are on the streets in Kazakhstan's largest city after protesters set fires at the presidential residence and the mayor's office. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visits Kenya, discussing cooperation in areas such as pandemic control and infrastructure. And the U.S. is marking the one-year anniversary of the riot on Capitol Hill.
The Chinese president is encouraging the country's athletes to strive for their best results at the Beijing Winter Olympics. The United States has set a grim record with over a million COVID-19 infections reported in a single day. China Mobile shares gained on its Shanghai debut after it raised 49 billion yuan in the country's biggest IPO in a decade.
The Chinese foreign minister is in Africa for his first overseas visit of the New Year, with stops in five countries. The one-month countdown to the opening ceremony of the Beijing Winter Olympics is underway. The Omicron variant continues to spread in the U.S., with thousands of schools in the country delaying opening after the holiday break.
Hong Kong lawmakers of the seventh-term Legislative Council are vowing to solve deep-rooted social problems. Railway stations across China have begun selling tickets ahead of the annual Spring Festival travel rush. And PSG star Lionel Messi tests positive for COVID-19.
Foreign Minister Wang Yi says China has become the biggest provider of outbound vaccines among all countries. An official with Beijing 2022 says COVID-19 will be a major challenge for the upcoming Winter Olympics. And the release of former South Korean President Park Geun-hye has sparked controversy in the country.
Chinese officials say the country is ready to implement the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership trade agreement when it takes effect on Saturday. The WHO chief warns of a "tsunami" of COVID cases if the response to the virus is not better coordinated. And an ad for a Chinese snack brand has sparked heated debate online over western stereotypes of Chinese people.
Chinese authorities say the vaccination drive against COVID-19 has covered almost 90 percent of the total population of the country. China has issued its first white paper on export controls and policies. And the final test event for the 2022 Winter Olympic Games is underway in Zhangjiakou.
China is calling for efforts to ensure the safety of astronauts and spacecraft following two reported close encounters between SpaceX's Starlink satellites and China's space station. A new study by South African scientists suggests that Omicron infection enhances immunity against the Delta variant of the coronavirus. And the United States and Russia are to hold talks next month on European security and the Ukrainian conflict.
Chinese officials are aiming to achieve another bumper grain harvest, while consolidating and advancing the results of anti-poverty efforts. China has confirmed that it is processing applications from U.S. officials to attend the Beijing Winter Olympics. And China has unveiled the latest negative lists for foreign investment.
Surging COVID-19 cases have forced many people to make last-minute changes to their holiday plans. The South Korean government has pardoned former president Park Geun-hye. And the AIIB is celebrating its 6th anniversary.
Beijing 2022 organizers call on all participants to be fully vaccinated at least 14 days ahead of their arrival in China. Putin says Russia's economy has remained resilient amid the pandemic compared with many other major economies. And China has established a state-owned rare earth company that focuses on research and development, exploration, processing and downstream applications.
The Somali government is calling for greater assistance in the face of a severe drought. The head of the World Health Organization in Europe has urged governments in the region to prepare for a significant surge in coronavirus cases due to the Omicron variant. And the World Bank projects China's GDP growth to reach 8 percent in 2021.
The World Health Organization is advising people to cancel events and gatherings over the holiday period because of the Omicron variant of COVID-19. The operator of a damaged nuclear plant in Japan has filed an application to discharge radioactive wastewater in the Pacific. And Beijing takes countermeasures against illegal U.S. sanctions on Chinese officials.
All 90 members of Hong Kong's seventh Legislative Council have been elected. This is the first election in the special administrative region since the improvements to the local electoral system. The partner of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has slammed the United States for its continued attempts to prosecute Assange. And a delegation of mainland Olympians is on a three-day visit to Macao.
The U.S. Senate has voted to back the nomination of Nicholas Burns to be ambassador to China. The U.N. chief is urging a coordinated, global approach to fighting the pandemic as the COVID-19 Omicron variant continues to spread. And African leaders have pledged to support the establishment of what they call "a new public health order" in Africa.
Beijing Winter Olympic organizers are expressing confidence in safety measures to prevent the spread of the Omicron variant during the Games. A study conducted in Hong Kong has found significant differences between Omicron and the original virus strain. And China's carbon trading market reaches a significant milestone.
The Chinese and Russian presidents have held a virtual meeting to discuss a number of issues, and make high-level bilateral plans for next year. The World Health Organization is urging people not to dismiss the highly transmissible Omicron variant of the coronavirus as mild. And the flame for the Beijing Winter Olympics continues its exhibition tour.
Chinese health officials are reporting two Omicron variant COVID-19 infections on the mainland. They found the cases in the cities of Tianjin and Guangzhou. Both patients had recently returned from overseas.
China marks its 8th National Memorial Day for Nanjing Massacre Victims today. Rescuers continue to search for survivors in Kentucky and several other U.S. states following a series of devastating tornadoes over the weekend. And Chinese passenger car brands continue to expand their domestic market share.
China's accession to the World Trade Organization 20 years ago has opened up its market for agricultural products to the world. The China-Laos Railway offers cost-effective transport for business people in Laos. And the Olympic Village in the Zhangjiakou Competition Zone is making final preparations for the 2022 Winter Olympic Games.
Participants hold discussions on topics of building a shared community of public health for mankind, poverty reduction and the right to development at the "2021 South-South Human Rights Forum" in Beijing. China's WTO membership boosts the country's cosmetic industry. And COVID-19 hospitalizations are on the rise across the United States.
A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson has urged the United States to stop politicizing sports and undermining the Beijing Winter Olympics. China has rolled out its first pilot program for elderly care financial products. And the three astronauts of China's Shenzhou-12 crewed mission have met the press following their initial recovery after returning to Earth in September.
Authorities in China say economic work next year should prioritize stability while pursuing progress. China's central bank says it will cut the amount of cash that banks must hold as reserves as part of the efforts to bolster the economy. And tighter rules for entry into the United States for international travelers have come into effect.
Chinese President Xi Jinping says China's determination to support multilateralism will not change. Dora Giusti, Chief of Child Protection with UNICEF China, has called for more efforts to protect children with disabilities. And for the first time in two months, the United States is averaging more than 100-thousand new COVID-19 cases each day.
Lao officials say the China-Laos Railway will boost trade between the country and its neighboring countries. Participants at a Belt and Road forum in Beijing have called for stronger international cooperation in tackling COVID-19. And the U.S. now requires all inbound international travelers to get tested within one day of departure.
The China-Laos Railway is expected to boost regional economic development and improve the livelihood of people along the way after it becomes operational. China welcomes African countries to join the big family of Belt and Road cooperation. And Zhangjiakou is gearing for another round of Winter Olympic test events as preparations for Beijing 2022 heat up.
African officials say the Chinese President's speech at the latest FOCAC conference will inject impetus into the building of a China-Africa community with a shared future. The National Health Commission says China's current strategies are effective against the COVID-19 Omicron variant. And U.S. health advisers have endorsed an antiviral drug to treat COVID-19.
Chinese President Xi Jinping says China will provide an additional one billion doses of COVID-19 vaccines to Africa. The Kunming Railway Vocational and Technical College is welcoming its first batch of Laotian students for skill training. And the WHO is seeking a global treaty between nations on responding to pandemics amid growing concerns over the Omicron coronavirus variant.
The 8th Ministerial Conference of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation will kick off in Dakar. The WHO says it is not yet clear whether the Omicron COVID-19 variant is more transmissible compared to other variants. And a Chinese snowboarder hopes to win more medals in Beijing next year.
China is calling for common development and prosperity between Asian and European countries. A new China-Europe freight train has left Shijiazhuang for Helsinki. And War film "The Battle of Lake Changjin" has become the highest-grossing film in the history of Chinese cinema.
Chinese officials say the country will take all necessary steps to help maintain balance in the global oil market. Three German political parties have reached a deal to form the country's next coalition government. And Inflation, supply chain issues and labor shortages are contributing to making the Thanksgiving celebrations more expensive in the United States.
The Chinese premier has called for further efforts to optimize the business environment. The two mixed pairs of Chinese and American table tennis players have had their first joint training for the upcoming competitions in Houston. And China and Pakistan have signed a protocol to facilitate onion exports from the South Asian country.
The Chinese premier has urged efforts to further push reform and opening-up to unleash market vitality. Provinces and regions across China have been dealing with a cold snap. And Iran has insisted that the lifting of sanctions against the country will be crucial in the upcoming talks to revive the 2015 nuclear deal.
A special freight train loaded with over 1000 tons of humanitarian aid materials and daily necessities donated by China has departed for Afghanistan. The chairperson of the African Union Commission has commended the latest agreement reached in Sudan to end the political unrest in the country. And China has been fast-tracking the development of drugs targeting COVID-19 and its variants.
Russian President Vladimir Putin says the country and China will continue to advance bilateral ties and strengthen exchanges in sectors such as the economy. Beijing has expressed opposition to a Lithuanian decision to establish a Taiwan representative office in the eastern European country. And Beijing will use cutting-edge technology to host the Winter Olympic Games.
The Chinese premier says the country will further promote multi-level international cooperation, treat participants in its market equally, and protect intellectual property rights. Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect is marking its seventh anniversary. And the Luge World Cup is set to kick off in Beijing this week.
The Chinese premier has reaffirmed the country's commitment to continue working with Africa to promote development, poverty eradication and multilateralism. Chinese scientists are accelerating work to develop COVID-19 medicines. And Zhou Guanyu has become China's first Formula One driver after signing for Alfa Romeo.
A foreign ministry spokesperson has urged the U.S. to avoid damaging its ties with China, or the peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. Authorities are enhancing efforts to control the COVID-19 outbreak in Dalian. And Iran says the head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog is expected to make an official visit to Tehran soon.
The Beijing Stock Exchange will be the third bourse on the Chinese mainland after those in Shanghai and Shenzhen. Chinese authorities have issued a set of draft management regulations on protecting internet data security to solicit opinion from the public. And the Austrian government is placing people who are not vaccinated against COVID-19 under lockdown.
The Communist Party of China has passed a landmark resolution on the CPC's major achievements and experiences over the past hundred years. Top climate envoys from China and the U.S. have underscored the importance of cooperation. And a U.S. broadcaster says the United States can learn from the way China is dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Chinese president says the country is committed to promoting win-win cooperation and contributing to the economic development of the Asia-Pacific region. China and the U.S. have issued a joint declaration on enhancing climate action. And the Winter Olympic Village in the Beijing competition zone has gone operational.
Britain says it will add Chinese COVID-19 vaccines including those made by Sinovac and Sinopharm to its approved list of vaccines for inbound travelers. The role of women and girls in climate change is being discussed at the ongoing climate meetings in Scotland. And Russia says the operations of U.S. naval ships in the Black Sea are a destabilizing factor.
The central bank of China has rolled out a supporting tool for carbon reduction to facilitate the country's goal of carbon neutrality. China will host a meeting on wetland conservation later this month. And U.S.-bound tourists have taken to the skies for the first time in almost two years, as the country officially reopens to international visitors.
Chinese astronauts Zhai Zhigang and Wang Yaping of the Shenzhou-13 crew have completed their first work outside the space station core module. A UN official says China's import expo offers an opportunity for developing countries to learn from China's poverty alleviation efforts. And the Chinese foreign minister says the country will firmly develop its friendly ties with Iran.
The fourth China International Import Expo has opened. President Xi Jinping says China will continue to expand its opening-up process and share development opportunities with the world. Authorities say the Yangtze River Delta region is now a strong growth engine of China's economic development. And Britain is the first country to approve a COVID-19 anti-viral pill.
The ASEAN Secretariat has announced that the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership agreement will enter into force on January 1, 2022. China has called on developed countries to fulfill their commitments to developing countries on helping them respond to climate change. And the Vienna talks aimed at reviving the 2015 Iranian nuclear deal will resume on November 29.
The Chinese premier says cultivating market entities will provide solid support for steady growth and stable employment. The upcoming China International Import Expo will feature a new demonstration and release area for new products. And China Media Group has launched a special event to highlight the perils of the climate crisis.
The Chinese president says all parties should set realistic targets and do their best according to national conditions to deliver their climate action measures. Preparations for the upcoming fourth China International Import Expo in Shanghai are complete. And Thailand is among the first countries in Asia to open to tourists.
The 26th United Nations Conference of the Parties on Climate Change has kicked off in Glasgow, Scotland. The Chinese foreign minister urges the United States to change its policy to push bilateral ties back to the track of healthy development. And the Beijing Stock Exchange is expected to start trading later this month.
The Chinese premier has reaffirmed the role of cooperation in the fight against COVID-19 and in the economic recovery in East Asia. A Chinese military spokesperson is urging the United States to take action to promote sound military-to-military ties. And China's permanent representative to the United Nations is calling for further cooperation between the organization and the African Union.
The Chinese premier says the ASEAN+3 partners should make good use of cooperation and experience in crisis response to boost recovery and safeguard regional stability. The German hockey team is looking to build on its success from the last winter Olympics. And Iran says talks on the nuclear deal with world powers should resume by the end of next month.
The Chinese premier says the country is willing to further increase vaccine and anti-pandemic assistance to ASEAN countries and jointly improve early warning and emergency response capabilities. China has demanded that the U.S. provide full details of a recent incident related to a nuclear submarine. And preparations in Serbia are in full swing for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics.
The permanent representative of China to the U.N. says China has provided many supports to developing countries. Athletes are making their final preparations for the Beijing Winter Olympic Games. And data shows that the total floor area of China's eco-friendly buildings has exceeded 6.6 billion square meters.
A guiding document has outlined major tasks including creating a green, low-carbon and circular economy and improving energy efficiency in China. A senior UN official has praised China's contribution towards tackling global challenges and advancing development. And figure skating has drawn a bigger fan base in China among young people.
Foreign Minister Wang Yi says China is willing to work with Pacific Island countries to further strengthen relationships. An official says China's plans for its national parks have moved from pilot projects to the construction phase. And Chinese health authorities have started giving COVID-19 vaccine booster shots to key groups across the country.
The Chinese premier is calling for efforts to cope with the challenges of harvesting and sowing work this autumn and winter. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says attacks, slanders and smears against Tibet will never be accepted. And Russia and other participants of the Moscow format talks on Afghanistan have called for providing more humanitarian support to the country.
The Olympic flame for the Beijing 2022 Winter Games has landed in the Chinese capital after being flown from Athens. Chinese lawmakers are deliberating on a draft amendment to the Anti-monopoly Law. And Russian authorities say Russia, China and Pakistan are willing to provide humanitarian aid and economic support to Afghanistan.
The Chinese premier says the country is willing to work with all parties including Germany to jointly address climate change and strengthen anti-pandemic cooperation. Russia is expected to host an international meeting on Afghanistan in Moscow. And Organizers of the Hangzhou 2022 Asian Games say that all the competition venues will be completed and delivered for test events at the end of this year.
Experts say the Shenzhou-13 crew members are busy and in good condition after entering the Tianzhou-3 cargo craft. China will hold a week-long event to galvanize broader business development. And China observed National Poverty Relief Day on Sunday.
China will set up a Global Innovation and Knowledge Center for Sustainable Transport. A female astronaut is among the 3-member crew of China's Shenzhou-13 space mission. And COP15 participants are calling for more efforts to achieve carbon neutrality and boost biodiversity.
The Kunming Declaration calls for urgent and integrated action to stop the ongoing biodiversity crisis. The International Energy Agency is urging more investments in renewable energy in the face of a global energy crunch. And a figure skating test event for Beijing 2022 is underway.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged a 1.5 billion yuan ($233 million) fund to support developing countries in biodiversity protection. The humanitarian and financial situation in Afghanistan is a common concern at a G20 summit. And UNICEF called for more attention to the mental health of young people during an event in Beijing.
Leaders of international organizations have shared their views on sustainable biodiversity at a United Nations meeting on biodiversity in China. The UN chief is calling for global efforts to prevent the Afghan economy from collapsing. And WHO Experts have recommended that booster shots of COVID-19 vaccines be offered to immunocompromised people.
A senior UN official says the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity provides an opportunity to end biodiversity loss. The suicide rate has been declining in China for the last couple of decades and experts say the country's progress in poverty reduction has played a major part in this process. And the speed skating test competition for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics has concluded at the National Speed Skating Oval.
Official figures show that China saw 515 million domestic tourist trips made during the seven-day National Day holiday. After being named among the first batch of eight grade-one endangered plants in China, Suoluo has now been saved from the brink of extinction. And China has won its first victory in the third round of the FIFA World Cup Asian Zone qualifiers.
China and the U.S. have finished their latest round of key talks in Zurich. Chinese researchers and nature conservationists are leading efforts to preserve one of the world's most rare and endangered species of tree. And the Russian president has said the current hike in gas prices is not beneficial for Russia.
Three scientists share this year's Nobel Prize in Physics for contributions to the understanding of complex physical systems. We explore stories on the protection of endangered white-cheeked gibbons in Yunnan. And a U.N. report says about 14 percent of coral reefs around the world have been lost since 2009.
U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai says she intends to have frank conversations with her counterpart in China and discuss progress made under the phase one trade agreement. We go to Xishuangbanna and find out about the job of being an "elephant dad." And UK soldiers are driving fuel tankers amid a shortage of drivers.
The Taliban is hunting down suspects after a deadly bombing outside of a mosque in Kabul. China's largest airshow has come to a conclusion in Zhuhai. And we follow our reporter to explore stories on the protection of endangered white eared pheasants in Baimaxueshan Nature Reserve.
We go to Yunnan and look at efforts to protect snub nose monkeys. Events are being held to mark the 72nd anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. And Chinese officials say COVID-19 prevention and control is a top priority for hosting a safe Winter Olympics next year.
Organizers for the Beijing Winter Olympic Games have decided to sell tickets to spectators residing on the Chinese mainland who meet COVID-19 requirements. China says it is willing to work with Japan's new ruling team on bilateral relations. And Afghanistan has received food and winter supplies from China.
The Taliban says the former ambassador to the United Nations can't represent Afghanistan. Fumio Kishida is leading the polls in Japan's Liberal Democratic Party election. And the World Internet Conference has wrapped up in east China.
Long talks are expected in Germany as Olaf Scholz leads negotiations to form a coalition government. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says the country opposes all hegemonic behaviors with reference on Meng Wanzhou's case. And cyberspace governance is on the agenda at the World Internet Conference.
Preliminary results show that Germany's Social Democratic Party led by Finance Minister Olaf Scholz is leading the vote in the country's federal election by a small margin. Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou is back in China. And industry leaders have gathered at the World Internet Conference in eastern China.
Nations, companies and corporations have pledged billions of dollars to feed the world at an event on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. China opposes its Taiwan region joining the CPTPP trade deal. And COVID-19 is expected to be on the minds of many German voters as they head to the polls on Sunday.
Harbin is acting fast against COVID-19 after new local cases emerged. Candidates for Germany's next chancellor are debating the country's budgets. And posters for the Beijing Winter Olympic Games have been released.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has reiterated China's pledge to donate 2 billion doses of COVID-19 vaccines this year and its endeavor to be carbon-neutral by 2060. The Taliban will announce new government members from other ethnicities. And the United States is sending back Haitian migrants in its largest deportation in decades.
China's Tianzhou-3 cargo ship has docked with the space station's core module. Mid-Autumn themed mooncakes have been designed for Generation Z. And the United Nations General Assembly is set to address issues such as climate change and COVID-19.
Hong Kong has elected 364 members of its Elections Committee under the improved electoral system. Nearly 80 percent of the population on the Chinese mainland has received COVID-19 vaccine jabs. And Universal Studios Beijing opens today.
People have been staying at temporary shelters where they are provided with electricity, food and water after the earthquake in Luxian County.China's Shenzhou-12 crew is coming home after three months in orbit. And one billion people in China have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has reaffirmed China's commitment to realizing the longstanding peace and stability of the Korean Peninsula. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization is marking its 20th anniversary. And the national consultation in Guinea continues as the junta meets with ambassadors.
China and Singapore have agreed to advance China-ASEAN ties and focus cooperation in areas such as COVID-19 and the Belt and Road. Over 100 local COVID-19 cases have been reported in Fujian over the past few days. And Hong Kong has been ranked the world's freest economy by a Canadian institute.
The United Nations is allocating 20 million U.S. dollars in emergency funds to support the humanitarian operation in Afghanistan. China and Singapore have pledged to deepen pragmatic cooperation in multiple fields. And Fujian Province is battling another COVID-19 outbreak.
Visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has agreed with his Cambodian counterpart on cooperation covering areas such as COVID-19 and the Belt and Road. The Chinese city of Putian reported 32 local COVID-19 cases over the weekend. And the Taliban says women can attend higher education institutions in gender-separated classes and Islamic dress code.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for BRICS countries to strengthen public health cooperation in the spirit of solidarity. Saturday marks 20 years since the 9/11 attacks. Uncertainty remains in Guinea following the coup as the country's airport is quiet and the economy slows.
China says it's willing to help Afghanistan out of chaos, and will provide the country with food, supplies, and medical aid. West Africa's main political and economic bloc has suspended Guinea's membership. And vets in China are trying TCM on pets.
The Taliban has named key members of Afghanistan's new government. Nearly 70 percent of the Chinese population has received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. And the transformation of an old steel plant to an exhibition facility in Beijing signals a shift in the Chinese economy.
China says it opposes the coup in Guinea and is urging the release of President Alpha Conde. The Taliban announced that the war in Afghanistan is over and is hoping the new government will establish good relations with China. And a former United Nations official has acknowledged China's commitment to carbon neutrality.
Conflicting reports are coming from Panjshir as Taliban and resistance forces both claim they have the upper hand. China has issued a plan for the construction of a Guangdong-Macao cooperation zone. And China finished the Tokyo Paralympic Games atop the medal table.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has announced new measures including a stock exchange in Beijing to facilitate trade in services. Chinese and U.S. officials agree that cooperation on climate needs to be based on trust. And the Taliban will announce a new government.
Climate envoys from China and the United States are discussing cooperation on fighting climate change. The Taliban is expected to name a supreme leader soon. And the China International Fair for Trade in Services starts today.
China says Afghanistan "has turned a new page" following the departure of the last American troops, while calling on the United States to get involved in the reconstruction process. Seventy percent of adults in the European Union have been vaccinated against COVID-19. And trial operation has begun at Universal Studios Beijing.
The United States says it has completed its evacuation from Afghanistan ahead of schedule. We take a look at how the entire education sector is reacting to China's new rules on off-campus tutoring. And China is dominating the medal table halfway into the Tokyo Paralympic Games.
China's vice foreign minister says the report on COVID-19 by the U.S. intelligence community is entirely politically-driven and false. Several people, including children, have been killed in a drone strike in Kabul. And Hurricane Ida has made landfall in Louisiana.
Dozens of people have been killed after back-to-back explosions near the Kabul airport. A key publication by the Communist Party of China Central Committee says serving the people remains the abiding mission of the CPC. And a heavyweight clash between Paris Saint Germain and Manchester City is coming up in the UEFA Champions League.
China has had effective communications with the Taliban and officials say China will continue to develop a cooperative relationship with Afghanistan. The United States says it will prioritize troop evacuation in the final days before the Aug. 31 withdrawal deadline. And wheelchair fencer Li Hao has won the first gold medal for China at the Tokyo Paralympic Games.
A Taliban spokesperson says sanctions from G7 countries would be a "biased decision." China's delegation at the Tokyo Paralympics is its largest ever for an overseas version of the Games. And China has urged the United States to return to science-based study of the origins of COVID-19.
The Taliban says it will not accept any extension of the August 31 deadline for Western forces to withdraw their troops from Afghanistan. Newly-released death records in the U.S. show that the first COVID fatalities in the country ocurred earlier than previously reported. And an archer and a long jumper have been named as China's flag bearers at the Tokyo Paralympic Games.
Henan Province is on highest alert for strong rainstorms. Today is the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition. And Chinese astronauts have completed a second spacewalk.
A Taliban spokesman says China has played a positive role in Afghanistan. A celebration has been held in Lhasa for the 70th anniversary of the peaceful liberation of Tibet. And Chinese astronauts are doing another spacewalk.
Mohammad Ashraf Ghani is now in the United Arab Emirates after leaving Afghanistan. China marks Medical Workers' Day in honor of those who worked on the frontline fighting COVID-19. And there are celebrations in Tibet marking the 70th anniversary of the region's liberation.
The Taliban says they will establish an open and inclusive government in Afghanistan. Rescuers are wrestling with a storm in Haiti following an earthquake. And China is once again calling on the United States to open its labs for investigation.
China says it respects the will of the Afghan people. More than 1,400 people have been killed in the earthquake in Haiti. And there are fewer than 200 days to go until the Beijing Paralympic Winter Games.
The Taliban has entered Afghanistan's capital Kabul and negotiations are underway for the peaceful transfer of power. Foreign diplomats in Beijing are calling for the scientific study of the origins of COVID-19. And heavy casualties have been reported following an earthquake in Haiti.
The Chinese ambassador to the United States has held in-depth discussions with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman. The investigation into a terrorist attack in Pakistan that caused the deaths of Chinese nationals has seen major progress. And Chinese sports fans were interested in more than just gold medals during the recent Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
Many in China are calling on the United States to explain multiple suspicious activities involving the U.S. army delegation at the 2019 Military World Games. Health experts in the U.S. are urging President Joe Biden's administration to export stockpiled COVID-19 vaccines. And our reporter has learned something about elephant protection in Zimbabwe ahead of World Elephant Day.
China has decided to recall its Ambassador to Lithuania and also demanded that the Eastern European country recall its Ambassador to Beijing. Yangzhou has detected tertiary COVID transmissions in the latest outbreak. And the New York State governor has resigned over allegations that he sexually harassed 11 women.
Chinese think tanks are challenging some media outlets that ranked the U.S. first in coping with the COVID-19 pandemic. U.S. business groups are calling on President Biden to re-start trade talks with China. And a UN report is warning of the impact of human activities on global warming.
Chinese authorities have congratulated the country's Olympic delegation for its success in Tokyo. Nine people have tested positive for COVID-19 during the latest testing in Wuhan. And the International Day of the World's Indigenous People is being observed today.
President Xi Jinping says China will strive to provide 2 billion doses of COVID-19 vaccines to the world and offer 100 million U.S. dollars to the COVAX project this year. The current round of COVID-19 outbreak across China could be contained in four to six weeks. And China's Olympic gold rush has continued at the Tokyo Games.
China has upgraded its efforts to contain COVID-19 after the highly-contagious Delta variant spread to nearly 40 cities. Beijing has ordered the cancellation of all major events in the city this month. And Team China is still the top gold-medal-winner in Tokyo despite a "slow day" at the Olympics.
The number of local COVID-19 cases keeps rising across China with Yangzhou emerging as a new hotspot. Wuhan has launched another citywide testing campaign for coronavirus. And Team China has extended its lead at the top of the medal tally in Tokyo.
A global online opinion poll shows that a large proportion of people around the world agree that the WHO should launch an investigation into the origins of COVID-19 in the United States. New COVID infections continue to be reported in various locations in China. And China has already topped its gold-medal count from the Rio Olympics.
Chinese authorities are reinforcing measures to prevent and control the spread of COVID-19 as more cases of the Delta variant have been identified. China leads the medal table in Tokyo with sprinter Su Bingtian making history. And a major mobile operator will be listed on the A-share market.
China will host an international forum on COVID-19 vaccine cooperation in August. The new Chinese Ambassador to the United States has pledged to safeguard the foundation of China-U.S. relations. And Chinese athletes have put on record-breaking performances at the Tokyo Olympics.
China's foreign minister has reaffirmed China's respect for Afghanistan's sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity. Weather is making trouble at the Olympic Games. And local COVID-19 cases are confirmed in more places in China.
International experts say they oppose politicizing the tracing of the origin of COVID-19, and call for science-based int'l investigations. Police officers have testified at a hearing on the Jan. Capitol riot. And China claimed three gold medals in shooting and diving at the Olympic Games.
China's Foreign Minister is calling on the United States to take the lead in adhering to international rules. Nanjing steps up its COVID-19 response as new cases are discovered. And China has released a negative list for cross-border services trade in Hainan.
Typhoon In-Fa has made landfall in eastern China, prompting emergency responses in areas such as Zhejiang and Shanghai. U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman is in China for a two-day visit. And China tops the medal tally at the Tokyo Olympic Games.
Cities in Henan Province are recovering from flooding as support continues to arrive. China says the coronavirus lab leak hypothesis is against science. And the Tokyo Olympic Games open today.
Efforts to save and resettle people are well underway in Henan after the flooding that has killed at least 25 people. China has slammed the United States for hyping up the coronavirus "lab leak" theory. And the 2032 Summer Olympic Games will be held in Brisbane.
Chinese president Xi Jinping is calling for disaster relief efforts after torrential rainfall and heavy flooding killed at least 12 people in Zhengzhou. China has released a document on improving birth policies after the third-child policy was put into place. And the International Olympic Committee has approved the new "Faster, Higher, Stronger - Together" motto.
COVID-19 infections are surging again in many parts of the world, and experts attribute the spread to the Delta variant. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has highlighted cooperation on regional issues during his visit to Egypt. And search operations for flood victims are still underway in Western Europe.
There are 200 days to go until the Beijing Winter Olympic Games and Chinese people are anticipating the global sports gathering. Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for solidarity among APEC members to fight COVID-19. And Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is visiting Egypt to boost bilateral ties.
Cotton factories in Xinjiang say business has picked up this year thanks to new customers in the Chinese market. The Chinese economy grew by over 12 percent in the first half of 2021. And the 44th session of the World Heritage Committee is kicking off in Fuzhou.
SCO foreign ministers have called for early cessation of violence in Afghanistan. China has issued a white paper detailing human rights progress in Xinjiang. And investigation is underway following deaths of Chinese nationals in a bus blast in Pakistan.
Six rounds of negotiations have been made to revive the 2015 deal, but no resolution has been reached. China's foreign trade in the first half of the year posted the best performance in history. And the Tokyo Olympics Village has opened under a state of emergency.
China's Sinopharm and Sinovac will supply 110 million COVID-19 vaccines immediately to the global COVID-19 vaccination distributor COVAX. Research on the moon samples brought back by China's Chang'e 5 lunar probe is underway. And rescue is ongoing after a hotel building collapsed in Jiangsu.
China has upgraded the alert level for rainstorms and raised emergency response amid heavy rainfalls. Xinjiang has been embracing cutting-edge technology to help farmers improve production. And Italy has won the European Championship after beating England on penalties.
Tokyo 2020 organizers have decided to hold competitions in the capital and nearby prefectures without fans due to surging COVID cases. The U.S. says its planned withdrawal from Afghanistan will be completed early. And Haiti says President Jovenel Moise's assassins were commandos posing as U.S. drug agents.
China's recycling industry is expected to reach a value of 5 trillion yuan, about 770 billion US dollars, in 2025. Officials say the genome sequencing results from seven COVID samples taken in the city of Ruili are highly similar to the Delta variant. And England has reached its first major tournament final since 1966 after beating Denmark in the Euro 2020 semi-final.
Political parties around the globe have been called on to better shoulder responsibilities as the world is facing COVID-19 and fundamental changes. China has urged the U.K. to provide a fair, just and non-discriminatory environment for Chinese enterprises investing in the country. And Italy has reached the European Championship final by beating Spain on penalties.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on China and European countries to expand consensus and cooperation during a virtual meeting with French and German leaders. The border city of Ruili has reported new local COVID-19 infections. And an unknown number of students have been kidnapped by unidentified gunmen in Nigeria.
The astronauts on board China's new space station have completed their first spacewalk with all scheduled tasks accomplished in around 7 hours. The Chinese foreign minister is warning of the risks posed by the revival of a Cold War mentality. And heavy casualties have been reported after a military plane crashed in the southern Philippines.
General Secretary Xi Jinping of the Communist Party of China Central Committee has announced that China has achieved its first centenary goal and is marching towards the second one. Hong Kong has celebrated the 24th anniversary of its return to the motherland. And the African Union's COVID-19 envoy has slammed the European Union for not making vaccines available to the continent.
General Secretary Xi Jinping of the Communist Party of China Central Committee has announced that China has accomplished the goal of building a moderately prosperous society in all respects. Chinese taikonauts have sent birthday wishes from space to mark the CPC centenary. And Novak Djokovic has reached third round at Wimbledon.
The Communist Party of China has awarded the July 1 Medal to outstanding Party members for the first time, amid celebrations for the CPC centenary. The Chinese foreign minister is calling on G20 members to lead by example in safeguarding multilateralism. And England is celebrating its first major football tournament win against Germany in 55 years.
China and Russia have agreed to extend the 20-year-old Treaty of Good-Neighborliness and Friendly Cooperation. The world's second largest hydropower station has started operation in China. And Switzerland has stunned world champions France at Euro 2020.
General Secretary Xi Jinping of the Communist Party of China Central Committee will hand out the July 1 medal, the highest honor of the Party, on Tuesday. CPC experts are sharing their insights on the Party's long history ahead of its centenary. And Chinese industry is enjoying surging profits.
A white paper has elaborated on the role of the Communist Party of China in protecting human rights both at home and abroad. At least 600 bodies have been found at the site of a former residential school for Indigenous children in Canada. And residents of Minneapolis are awaiting the sentencing of the ex-police officer in the murder of George Floyd.
The Chinese president has underscored the importance of space station construction during a video call with Shenzhou-12 astronauts. A high-level meeting aiming to strengthen "Belt and Road" cooperation has been held. And a confrontation involving Russia and the UK has taken place in waters off Crimea.
Preparations for the Beijing Winter Olympics are in full swing as the Chinese capital marks International Olympic Day. Sixty five countries at the ongoing session of the United Nations Human Rights Council have expressed opposition to using the pretext of human rights to interfere in China's internal affairs. And Chinese swimmer Sun Yang's eight-year ban has been cut to four years and three months.
The Chinese president is highlighting the need to keep dialogue and cooperation as the main tone in China-Europe relations. The world's first-ever technology transfer hub for COVID-19 vaccines is to be set up in South Africa. And organizers of the Tokyo Olympic Games have agreed to cap the number of spectators at half capacity of each venue with a maximum of 10-thousand people.
It took China just five days to climb from 900 million doses administered to 1 billion doses. The talks on reviving the 2015 Iranian nuclear pact are closer to a deal. And China's e-commerce giants set new sales records during a mid-year shopping festival.
The astronauts in the core module of China's space station have sent messages back to the Earth for the first time. Also: China is calling on the U.S. and Russia to reduce their nuclear weapons stockpiles, and Rafael Nadal will not be competing at Wimbledon and the Tokyo Olympics due to fatigue.
The two leaders are hailing their 1st face-to-face meeting as a success despite divisions. The 1st manned mission for the construction of China's space station is underway. China sees stable economic recovery in May with upbeat job growth.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is calling on SCO member states to promote trade and to unleash new drivers of win-win cooperation in areas such as the digital economy and data security. Chinese scholars have unveiled some findings about cotton production in Xinjiang. The U.S. and Russian presidents will hold their first face-to-face meeting in Geneva.
Experts say the latest population data proves that so-called genocide in Xinjiang is "nothing but a lie." 20 years on: Shanghai Cooperation Organization's rising influence in security and economy. The Dragon Boat Festival is expected to give a huge boost to the spending of China's digital yuan.
This year's Duanwu Festival is observed along with efforts to better preserve and promote traditional Chinese culture. A timely investigation is urged following a gas explosion in Hubei. With a victory in the French Open, Novak Djokovic is the first man in the modern era to win all four Grand Slams twice.
This year's G7 summit is about to kick off with the world's richest countries urged to do better to help developing countries. A new law is expected to grant Beijing legal measures to impose counter-sanctions on foreign governments and entities. Two new faces will compete in the French Open women's final.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is calling for greater efforts to promote ecological conservation and high-quality development on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. Beijing has condemned a U.S. bill attempting to contain China's development under the guise of "innovation and competition." Russia is downplaying the potential outcomes of next week's Putin-Biden summit.
China's second trade expo featuring countries from Central and Eastern Europe is underway in Ningbo. The U.N. Security Council has endorsed Secretary-General Antonio Guterres for a second term. The FBI has given details on a global sting operation based on a fake social media platform.
China's new ambassador to the U.K. has called for stronger efforts to improve interactions and cooperation between the two sides. Experts are calling for more protection of the environment in coastal areas as World Oceans Day is observed. China's college entrance exams are underway, focused on safety and fairness.
The writing of China's annual college entrance exam started today with over 10 million students being reminded to follow COVID-19 containment protocols. China-Russia trade is projected to reach 200 billion U.S. dollars by 2024. Twenty-time Grand Slam winner Roger Federer has pulled out of the French Open.
China's efforts to protect and restore biodiversity have started to yield positive results. The national park system in China is playing a more significant role in increasing forest area and conserving wildlife. China, Afghanistan and Pakistan have reached a consensus on promoting the Afghan peace process.
A law on the promotion of rural vitalization in China has taken effect to speed up the development of rural areas in China. The 24th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum has kicked off in Russia's second largest city. Huawei has launched its new operating system for smartphones.
The World Health Organization has issued an emergency use listing for the COVID-19 vaccine made by Chinese firm Sinovac. The first batch of COVID-19 vaccine supplied by Sinopharm to COVAX has rolled off the production line. China's newly revised law on the protection of minors has taken effect.
China will support couples who wish to have a third child. The policy and other measures are expected to help improve the population structure. China has completed construction on a dam for a massive hydropower station. China's factory activities expanded at slightly slower pace in May.
China's cargo craft has docked with the space station core module to deliver supplies, equipment and propellant. South Africa has toughened its lockdown measures as a third wave of the pandemic looms. A severe drought in California is putting strain on the state's water resources.
Low-carbon programs for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics have seen major progress. Two vaccines developed by Sinopharm from inactivated virus have proven to be safe and effective against COVID-19 in phase-3 trials. Hong Kong's legislature has passed a bill amending the city's electoral laws.
Exhibits on healthcare, urban management and environmental monitoring are on display at an expo for the big data industry in Guizhou. China has replaced Germany as the U.K.'s biggest single import market. We also find out about what might happen to empty workspaces in cities like London.
Russian President Vladimir Putin says Russia is willing to strengthen strategic coordination with China. A celebration activity has been held in Beijing to mark the Africa Day. Preparations are being made for the launch of China's national-level carbon emission trading market.
The WHO chief says countries need to share vaccine doses to achieve equitable distribution around the world. We find out how hybrid rice contributed to agricultural development in many countries. The IAEA says the nuclear monitoring agreement with Iran has been extended.
The livelihoods of the Tibetan people have improved significantly since the region's peaceful liberation seven decades ago. World leaders agree to help poor and developing countries get access to coronavirus vaccines. We also speak to a senior researcher on the work of a late Chinese scientist.
We have an expert's preview of the Global Health Summit. Israel and Hamas have agreed to start a ceasefire. We also find out about China's efforts to protect biodiversity in the Yangtze River basin.
The leaders of China and Russia have witnessed the groundbreaking of a nuclear energy cooperation project. The UN chief and the Chinese Foreign Minister call for international efforts to increase pandemic aid to Africa. We also find out about the development of tourism in China.
Leaders of China and Russia launch a nuclear energy cooperation project today. The UN says fuel trucks have been allowed into Gaza but other humanitarian aid was turned back. Japan's economy slumps more than expected because of COVID-19.
Official figures show China's economic performance remained stable in April. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has given an update on the situation in Gaza. And activities have been held in Beijing to mark International Museum Day.
China's permanent representative to the United Nations has vowed to push for UN Security Council action to defuse Israeli-Palestinian tension. We find out the role of optical navigation sensors in China's Mars mission. We also talk about the Silk Road international expo.
Over 100 Palestinians have been killed in Israel's strikes on the Gaza Strip. The second wave of COVID-19 outbreak is ravaging India's hinterlands where the medical infrastructure is fragile. And experts say the structure of China's labor force will keep upgrading.
Fighting between Israel and Hamas has caused destruction and casualties in Gaza. A coronavirus variant first detected in India has been reported in dozens more countries. We also talked about trade ties between China and countries in Central and Eastern Europe.
China's population on the mainland has reached over 1.4 billion, up nearly 5.4 percent from ten years ago. Nursing facilities in China face shortage of caregivers. Women in China have called for more public services for preschoolers and flexible working hours for working moms with toddlers.
The 2021 China Brand Day events are underway in Shanghai. We talk to business leaders to find out how they have managed to turn obstacles into opportunities in China over the last year. And Malaysia extends movement restrictions nationwide till June as COVID-19 cases surge.
The 2021 China Brand Day kicks off in Shanghai with the aim to improve the quality of domestic brands. The China International Consumer Products Expo is drawing to a close in Hainan. And we bring you the latest on the COVID-19 crisis in India.
The inaugural China International Consumer Products Expo is underway in Haikou. We find out how China's catering industry has recovered from the impacts of COVID-19. And we have an expert's analysis on the suspension of activities under the China-Australia Strategic Economic Dialogue.
Entrepreneurs in China's service sector report faster business recovery. Experts say India needs to step up its efforts to prevent COVID-19 while also ramping up the vaccination campaign. We also find out how online shopping in Latin America has been inspired by the Chinese model.