Ethiopia and China Expand Vocational Training Partnership

The approach is expected to ease critical skills shortages and support Ethiopia’s push towards industrial growth. Photo: iStock

Ethiopia is accelerating its efforts to build a skilled technical workforce through a growing partnership with China in vocational education. This is reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS. A key milestone is the launch of the “Chinese + Vocational Skills” programme at the Federal Technical and Vocational Training Institute (FTVTI)… Continue reading Ethiopia and China Expand Vocational Training Partnership

China an Active Promoter, Continuous Contributor to Global Poverty Reduction: Report

(230916) -- BATI, Sept. 16, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo taken on Sept. 14, 2023 shows Tanorn village in Bati district of Takeo province, Cambodia. TO GO WITH "Roundup: China-aided poverty alleviation project brings hope to Cambodia's remote village" (Photo by Van Pov/Xinhua)

BEIJING, July 11 (Xinhua) — China’s success in poverty reduction can be largely attributed to its inclusive adoption of international best practices, as well as the localization and innovative application of global poverty alleviation experience — all of which have collectively advanced global progress in poverty reduction, a think tank report said on Friday. The… Continue reading China an Active Promoter, Continuous Contributor to Global Poverty Reduction: Report

China Consolidates Poverty Alleviation Achievements in Five-Year Transitional Period: Report

(240914) -- NANDAN, Sept. 14, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Aug. 28, 2024 shows a poverty-relief relocation site for the Baiku Yao People in Nandan County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Located in the northwestern part of Guangxi, Nandan County is noted for the Baiku Yao People, an ethnic minority known for their white-colored pants. The minority has kept its culture intact, and is dubbed as a "living fossil" of human civilization. Both Li Ling and her husband Li Ming are members of Baiku Yao People. After moving to the poverty-relief relocation site, Li Ling and Li Ming decided to open a food and beverage store and a photo studio in the community. By the end of 2023, Li Ling went to a bridal photography studio in Nandan to learn photography and makeup techniques, while Li Ming went to Nanning to learn food and beverage processing. The couple started their business in August 2024. Li Ling said that she hopes to improve their living condition through the family's efforts, and strive for a better future. (Xinhua/Zhou Hua)

BEIJING, July 11 (Xinhua) — China has made continuous efforts to consolidate and expand its poverty alleviation achievements in a five-year transitional period after the country, in February 2021, solemnly declared a complete victory in eradicating absolute poverty, a think tank report said on Friday. The report, titled “Striving for a Better Life for the… Continue reading China Consolidates Poverty Alleviation Achievements in Five-Year Transitional Period: Report

Xi Focus: Xi Jinping Drives China’s Relentless Fight Against Desertification

BEIJING — Beijing’s spring sandstorms in Xi Jinping’s childhood weren’t just natural phenomena to him; they were a persistent nuisance. “We had to wear thick masks,” he once recalled. “If we left the windows open for just a day, the floor would be covered in a layer of gray.” That gritty memory stuck, fueling not… Continue reading Xi Focus: Xi Jinping Drives China’s Relentless Fight Against Desertification

Egypt Partners with Chinese Shipyard for New Bulk Carrier Construction

The vessels will be built to the latest international environmental and technological standards. Photo: iStock

The Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport of Egypt, Kamel Al-Wazir, witnessed the signing of a contract for the construction of two new bulk cargo ships between a state-owned maritime transport entity and a leading Chinese shipyard.  Minister Al-Wazir explained that the contract is part of Egypt’s broader strategy, as… Continue reading Egypt Partners with Chinese Shipyard for New Bulk Carrier Construction

China and Mozambique Celebrate 50 Years of Robust Friendship, Strategic Cooperation, and Shared Development Goals

Maria Gustava, Mozambique’s ambassador to China (COURTESY)

This year marks the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Mozambique. To commemorate this milestone, ChinAfrica spoke with Maria Gustava, Mozambique’s ambassador to China, about the state of bilateral relations, China-Africa cooperation, and key developments shaping the global landscape. The following is an edited excerpt from the interview.  ChinAfrica: Over the past five decades, what, in… Continue reading China and Mozambique Celebrate 50 Years of Robust Friendship, Strategic Cooperation, and Shared Development Goals

Russia Willing to Strengthen All-round Collaboration with China: Putin

ussian President Vladimir Putin meets with heads of major international news agencies in St. Petersburg, Russia, June 18, 2025. (Xinhua/Cao Yang)

ST. PETERSBURG – Russian President Vladimir Putin said late Wednesday that Russia and China share a broad spectrum of cooperation areas, and Russia is committed to strengthening all-around cooperation and exchanges with China. Putin made the remarks in response to a question from Fu Hua, president of Xinhua News Agency, during a meeting with heads… Continue reading Russia Willing to Strengthen All-round Collaboration with China: Putin

GLOBALink | Young Central Asians Pursue Medical Dreams in China’s Xinjiang

A doctor reviews imaging reports with the assistance of AI at the radiology department of Huzhou Central Hospital in Zhejiang Province on 21 February 2024 (VCG)

For many young Central Asians, China’s Xinjiang is an ideal destination to pursue their medical dreams. Click to explore their stories. #GLOBALink African Times has published this article in partnership with Xinhua News Agency

Xi Urges China, Central Asian Countries to Promote High-quality Belt and Road Cooperation

Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers a keynote speech during the second China-Central Asia Summit in Astana, Kazakhstan, June 17, 2025. The second China-Central Asia Summit was held in Astana on Tuesday. Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev chaired the summit. Xi, Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev attended the summit. (Xinhua/Huang Jingwen)

ASTANA, — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called on China and Central Asian countries to promote high-quality Belt and Road cooperation and forge ahead toward the goal of building a China-Central Asia community with a shared future under the guidance of the China-Central Asia Spirit. Xi made the remarks in his keynote speech at… Continue reading Xi Urges China, Central Asian Countries to Promote High-quality Belt and Road Cooperation

Zimbabwe Advances Knowledge-driven Industrialisation With Strategic China Partnership

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa (left) shakes hands with a staff member from China’s Sinomine Resource Group at Bikita Lithium Mine in Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe, on 29 November 2023 (XINHUA)

Zimbabwe is accelerating its transition to a knowledge-based, resource-driven industrial economy and inviting strategic investments from Chinese partners aligned with China’s global development vision. The policy shift was outlined by Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Professor Amon Murwira, as reported by The Herald, a partner of TV BRICS. “Zimbabwe is open for business. Under this transformative… Continue reading Zimbabwe Advances Knowledge-driven Industrialisation With Strategic China Partnership

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