BEIJING, June 21 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping met with U.S. Secretary ofState Antony Blinken at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Monday.The meeting took place at a critical time for China-U.S. relations and was closelywatched by the world. What key messages did the meeting convey? A look at Xi’s remarks… Continue reading Xi Focus-Explainer: Key Messages From Xi’s Meeting With Blinken
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Xi Story: Spirit Of Ancient Poet Resonates In Modern China
BEIJING, June 22 (Xinhua) — China on Thursday celebrated the Dragon Boat Festival, aday dedicated to commemorating Qu Yuan, whose legacy of patriotism andperseverance has influenced the country and its people for thousands of years. Qu was a loyal statesman and a patriotic poet in Chu, a major state in the Warring States Period (475… Continue reading Xi Story: Spirit Of Ancient Poet Resonates In Modern China
Chinese Trade, Investment Fuel Rwanda’s Economic Development
Over the past few years, the development of Rwanda’s infrastructure and economy has greatly benefitted from the significant investment from China, according to insiders. The two countries have strengthened cooperation in various fields, particularly in the area of investment. “The collaboration in investment has led to numerous benefits for both countries, such as increased economic… Continue reading Chinese Trade, Investment Fuel Rwanda’s Economic Development
Japan Donates Millions Towards Food Security In Zimbabwe’s rural areas
A US$900 000 ($17,1 million) contribution to the World Food Programme (WFP) will boost food security and improve the livelihoods of nearly 9 000 people in southern Zimbabwe. Communities in the Chiredzi district will benefit from the funding provided by Japan as the WFP rolls out resilience-building activities. Funds will enable WFP to provide food… Continue reading Japan Donates Millions Towards Food Security In Zimbabwe’s rural areas
Column: China’s Poverty Eradication And Its Implications For Global Human Rights Governance
BEIJING, June 14 (Xinhua) — With more than 40 years of reform and opening-up, China has eradicated extreme poverty, lifted about 800 million people out of poverty, and brought over 400 million people into the middle-income group. This is a miracle in the history of human civilization and has far-reaching implications for global human rights… Continue reading Column: China’s Poverty Eradication And Its Implications For Global Human Rights Governance
Green Growth: Ya’an Finds The Balance Between Wildlife Preservation And Social Development
Zhang Jiliang and Wang Youliang, two villagers from Baoxing County, Ya’an City, southwest China’s Sichuan Province, came close to wild giant pandas on 12 May while working in the virgin forest at an altitude of 2,700 metres above the sea level in Liangzigou, the source of the Qingyi River. “The giant panda drank river water… Continue reading Green Growth: Ya’an Finds The Balance Between Wildlife Preservation And Social Development
Chinese First Lady Peng Liyuan Meets Her DRC Counterpart
BEIJING, May 26 (Xinhua) — Peng Liyuan, the wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, met with Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi, the wife of President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Felix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, in Beijing on Friday. Peng appreciated Denise Nyakeru’s efforts to improve the health and well-being of African women, children and adolescents… Continue reading Chinese First Lady Peng Liyuan Meets Her DRC Counterpart
Guest Opinion: Dollar’s Decline – America’s Fiscal Challenges And Emerging Global Power Shifts
The United States has enjoyed global economic and political dominance for decades, thanks in large part to the status of the U.S. dollar as the world’s reserve currency. However, the growing U.S. debt burden, political polarization and partisanship in Washington, and the rise of other countries, bring into question the longevity of America’s preeminent global… Continue reading Guest Opinion: Dollar’s Decline – America’s Fiscal Challenges And Emerging Global Power Shifts
Nkwe Invests Over R50 Million In Mining Community Projects
NKWE Platinum Limited has spent R53 million ($2,675 million) in a community empowerment initiative in South Africa’s northernmost Limpopo province. Initiatives include contracts awarded to communities and local businesses, such as R7,6 million for the site preparation work for the box cut in 2021, and R36 million of crushers material supply, tipper truck and diesel… Continue reading Nkwe Invests Over R50 Million In Mining Community Projects
Senior CPC official meets foreign representatives attending news agency forum
BEIJING, May 24 (Xinhua) — Li Shulei, a senior official of the Communist Party of China (CPC), on Wednesday met with foreign representatives who attended the China-Central Asia News Agency Forum in Beijing. Li, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central… Continue reading Senior CPC official meets foreign representatives attending news agency forum