RCEP: Embracing Multilateralism Amid Global Protectionism
RCEP emerges as the world’s largest free trade agreement, uniting nations across Asia-Pacific to promote open trade and multilateral cooperation amidst rising global protectionism.
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RCEP emerges as the world’s largest free trade agreement, uniting nations across Asia-Pacific to promote open trade and multilateral cooperation amidst rising global protectionism.
South Korea’s acting president Choi Sang-mok has refused to accept the resignations of senior aides amid President Yoon Suk-yeol’s impeachment, aiming to maintain stability during political turmoil.
China’s railway network is expected to handle 11.5 million passenger trips on New Year’s Day 2025. Extra trains and enhanced services aim to ensure a smooth journey as the Spring Festival travel rush begins.
At least 10 dead and 30 injured after a vehicle plows into a crowd on Canal and Bourbon Street in New Orleans. Authorities are responding, and investigations are underway.
China announced interim measures to implement a flexible retirement system, gradually raising the statutory retirement age and adjusting pension requirements to address its aging workforce.
Casualties are feared after a vehicle rammed into a crowd celebrating New Year’s near Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. local time, according to media reports.
Strategy professor Carl Fey warns that the United States’ move towards protectionism poses the biggest concern for the future of the world economy, highlighting China’s efforts to promote free trade.
President Xi Jinping’s 2025 New Year’s Eve address highlighted high-quality development and unity, emphasizing China’s achievements and calling on citizens to contribute to modernization.
Chinese battery giant CATL has unveiled its new “choco-swap” standard swappable batteries, aiming to build 1,000 swap stations by 2025, marking a significant advancement in EV charging infrastructure.
China Eastern Airlines has launched regular Shanghai-Hong Kong flights using the domestically produced C919 jetliner, making it the first airline to operate scheduled flights to Hong Kong with this aircraft.
Panama celebrates the 25th anniversary of regaining control over the Panama Canal, highlighting national achievements since the 1999 handover from the United States.
Panama celebrates 25 years since the handover of the Panama Canal, marking a milestone in national sovereignty and global trade.
Panama celebrates 25 years since regaining control of the Panama Canal from the United States, marking a milestone in national sovereignty and global trade.
Panama celebrates 25 years since regaining control of the Panama Canal, marking a significant milestone in its history and reaffirming its role in global trade and maritime commerce.
Panama celebrates the 25th anniversary of regaining control of the Panama Canal, marking a milestone in the nation’s history and global maritime trade.
Panama celebrates 25 years since regaining control of the Panama Canal from the United States, marking a significant milestone in national sovereignty and economic development.
Panama celebrates 25 years since regaining control of the Panama Canal from the United States, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s history and its role in global maritime trade.
Panama celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Panama Canal’s handover from the United States, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s history and reflecting on achievements under Panamanian administration.
Panama celebrated the 25th anniversary of regaining control of the Panama Canal from the United States, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s history and maritime trade.
China has dispatched emergency aid to earthquake-hit Vanuatu, airlifting 35 tons of essential supplies to support disaster relief efforts and assist affected communities.