ITTF Unveils 16 Teams for Mixed Team World Cup in Chengdu
With the ITTF Mixed Team World Cup approaching, the 16 qualified teams have been announced. Host nation China prepares to defend its title in Chengdu from December 1 to 8.
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China and FIFA Unite to Elevate Youth Football Development
FIFA and the Chinese mainland are joining forces to enhance youth football development, aiming to unlock the nation’s vast potential in the sport.
President Xi Jinping Sends Condolences to Spain Over Devastating Floods
President Xi Jinping extends heartfelt condolences to Spanish King Felipe VI and the people of Spain following severe floods, expressing support and confidence in their ability to rebuild.
Hong Kong Expands Talent Schemes to Attract Global Professionals
Hong Kong has expanded its talent admission schemes, adding more universities to the Top Talent Pass Scheme and extending visa validity, aiming to attract global professionals.
Azerbaijan to Launch Global Standards for Sustainable Investment at COP29
Azerbaijan plans to launch unified global standards for sustainable investment at COP29, aiming to simplify green financing and collaborate with over 100 countries to develop new taxonomy principles.
Finland’s Trade Minister Leads Delegation to CIIE in Shanghai
Finland’s Minister for Foreign Trade and Development, Ville Tavio, will lead a trade delegation to the China International Import Expo in Shanghai, strengthening economic ties between Finland and China.
Duma Boko Sworn In as Botswana’s 6th President, Pledges Economic Diversification
Duma Boko was sworn in as Botswana’s 6th president, promising to diversify the economy beyond diamond sales and emphasizing immediate leadership.
Devastating Floods in Nigeria Claim Over 321 Lives and Displace 740,000
Devastating floods in Nigeria have claimed over 321 lives and displaced more than 740,000 people, prompting a national emergency response to address the widespread destruction.
Ceasefire Hopes Fade as Israel Intensifies Bombardments in Gaza and Lebanon
Prospects for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas diminish as Israeli airstrikes intensify in Gaza and Lebanon, leading to significant casualties and escalating regional tensions.
Over Half of Human Trafficking Cases in Canada Remain Unsolved: Report
Statistics Canada reports over half of human trafficking incidents in Canada remain unsolved, with cases increasing since 2013. Most victims are women and girls, including youth under 18.
Serbia Declares National Day of Mourning After Novi Sad Roof Collapse
Serbia has declared a national day of mourning on November 2 following a deadly roof collapse at the Novi Sad railway station that claimed 14 lives.
DPRK Defends Latest ICBM Test as Legitimate Self-Defense Measure
The DPRK’s Foreign Ministry has declared its recent ICBM test a legitimate act of self-defense in response to provocative actions by hostile forces, accusing the U.S. and its allies of escalating tensions.
Remembering Wan Jingang: The First Hero of the July 5 Riots in Urumqi
Honoring the memory of Wan Jingang, the first armed police officer killed during the July 5th Riots in Urumqi. The CGTN documentary “Darkness Over Urumqi” explores the truth behind Xinjiang’s most serious terrorist attack.
He Was the First Hero to Fall: Remembering Wan Jingang
Remembering Wan Jingang, the first armed police officer killed during the July 5th Riots in Urumqi. A new documentary explores the truth behind Xinjiang’s most serious terrorist attack in 2009.
Thirteen Dead in Serbian Railway Station Roof Collapse
Thirteen people have died after a roof collapsed at the entrance of a railway station in Novi Sad, Serbia. Rescue workers are searching through debris for survivors in the tragic incident.
China and Brazil Strengthen Ties to Boost Emerging Markets
China and Brazil are strengthening their partnership to advance emerging markets. A recent seminar in Brazil explored ways to deepen cooperation between these key players of the Global South.
Swing Voters in Wisconsin Could Decide U.S. Presidential Election
As the U.S. presidential election nears, candidates focus on swing states like Wisconsin, where undecided voters could determine the outcome. CGTN’s Dan Williams reports on the hectic campaign efforts.
Mexico’s Day of the Dead Festival Draws Millions of Tourists
Mexico’s Day of the Dead festival is a cherished tradition that now attracts millions of tourists, contributing hundreds of millions to the economy in just days.
UNDP Highlights Trillions in Harmful Subsidies at COP16 Biodiversity Summit
At COP16 in Cali, the UNDP urges governments to redirect trillions in harmful subsidies towards funding biodiversity conservation, emphasizing efficient use of resources to restore nature.
Project 2025: Conservative Policy Blueprint for Potential Trump Administration
Project 2025, a set of conservative policy initiatives drafted by a Washington think tank, aims to help a potential second Donald Trump administration quickly implement conservative policies.