France Unveils New Government After Two-Month Stalemate
France has unveiled a new government, merging conservatives and centrists to end a two-month political deadlock after divisive snap elections.
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Iran and Cuba Unite Against U.S. Sanctions at UN General Assembly
Iran and Cuba have pledged mutual support against U.S. sanctions during a meeting at the UN General Assembly, highlighting their shared challenges and commitment to strengthen bilateral ties.
Sri Lanka’s Presidential Election Heads to Unprecedented Second Round
Sri Lanka’s presidential election is entering an unprecedented second round as no candidate secured over 50% of votes. Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Sajith Premadasa advance in the historic race.
Rescue of Kerr: A WWII Tale of Heroism That Strengthened Sino-American Ties
On the 79th anniversary of the victory in the War of Resistance Against Japan, the rescue of American pilot Lieutenant Donald Kerr by Chinese guerrillas highlights a pivotal moment in Sino-American cooperation during WWII.
Michel Barnier Forms New Center-Right French Government Amid Left-Wing Backlash
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has formed a new center-right government, sparking criticism from left-wing and far-right parties excluded from the cabinet. The new administration faces immediate challenges.
Kamala Harris Challenges Donald Trump to October CNN Debate Ahead of U.S. Election
Vice President Kamala Harris has challenged Donald Trump to a CNN-hosted debate on October 23, ahead of the U.S. presidential election. Harris’s campaign chair announced that she accepted CNN’s invitation.
AfD Challenges SPD’s Decades-Long Reign in Brandenburg Election
Campaigning intensifies in Brandenburg as the Alternative for Germany (AfD) threatens to end the Social Democrats’ (SPD) decades-long dominance in the upcoming state election.
President Xi Extends Greetings for Chinese Farmers’ Harvest Festival
President Xi Jinping extends festive greetings to farmers ahead of the seventh Chinese Farmers’ Harvest Festival, emphasizing the importance of agriculture and rural revitalization for China’s development.
Escalating Tensions: Death Toll Rises in Israel-Palestine Conflict Amid Regional Fears
The Palestinian death toll from Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip has risen to 41,391 since October 7, heightening fears of a full-scale regional war as tensions escalate with Israel-Hezbollah conflicts.
Three Years On: GDI Builds Global Consensus at Beijing Summit
Three years on, China’s Global Development Initiative continues to foster international cooperation, as highlighted at the recent Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Summit in Beijing.
Xi Jinping Calls for High-Caliber Officials to Strengthen Xinjiang’s Development
Chinese President Xi Jinping urges cultivation of loyal, upright, and responsible officials for Xinjiang, marking the 70th anniversary of a key training program for ethnic officials.
Harmony in the Sands: The Guo Family’s Legacy in China’s Mu Us Desert
Discover how the Guo family’s multi-generational efforts have transformed China’s Mu Us Desert from barren sands into flourishing forests, highlighting the nation’s commitment to harmony between man and nature.
From Desert to Forest: China’s Journey Towards Harmony with Nature
China’s efforts to promote harmony between man and nature have transformed deserts into forests. Discover how generations turned the Mu Us Desert’s barren sands into thriving green landscapes.
75 Years On, CPPCC Spurs Innovation in Rural Irrigation
75 years on, the CPPCC continues to facilitate in-depth consultations, leading to innovations like reduced irrigation costs for farmers in east China’s Jiangsu Province.
China and Malaysia Aim for Stronger Trade Ties and Infrastructure Development
Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with Malaysia’s King Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar in Beijing, urging the expansion of trade and deepening infrastructure cooperation between the two nations.
Xi Jinping Highlights CPPCC’s Role in China’s Political Consultation System
President Xi Jinping highlights the vital role of the CPPCC on its 75th anniversary, emphasizing its significance in fostering unity, multiparty cooperation, and developing whole-process people’s democracy.
Xi Jinping Calls for Enhanced Role of CPPCC in Advancing People’s Democracy
Chinese President Xi Jinping called for maximizing the CPPCC’s political advantages in advancing whole-process people’s democracy, emphasizing its unique role in China’s political system at the 75th anniversary meeting.
Sam Hou Fai Confirmed as Macao SAR Chief Executive Candidate Ahead of October Election
The Electoral Affairs Commission of Macao SAR has confirmed Sam Hou Fai as the accepted candidate for the chief executive election scheduled on October 13, marking a key step in the region’s electoral process.
China and Malaysia Pledge Deeper Cooperation in Modernization Efforts
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Malaysia’s King Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar have pledged to deepen cooperation in modernization efforts during a meeting in Beijing.
Japan Agrees to China’s Independent Monitoring of Fukushima Wastewater Discharge
Japan agrees to China’s independent monitoring of Fukushima wastewater discharge, marking a significant step in collaborative efforts to address environmental concerns over the nuclear-contaminated water release.