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title: China Weekly News Quiz: February 24-March 2, 2025
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<p>Do you know what happened in China last week? Take our weekly news quiz to test your knowledge and get up to speed on the latest developments in case you missed something.</p>
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<p>Select an option to find out if you got it right and click Next.</p>

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<p>An astronaut from which country will become the first foreign astronaut to enter the China Space Station in the coming years, according to a cooperation agreement signed last week?</p>

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<p>Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" last week officially surpassed "Spider-Man: No Way Home" in the global box office rankings. As of March 1, what was its ranking?</p>

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<p>An archaeological museum last week opened at an airport in China. It displays cultural relics unearthed during the airport's construction. In which city is the airport located?</p>

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<p>China's national average temperature hit a historic high in 2024, according to the China Climate Bulletin 2024 released last week. What was the average temperature?</p>

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<p>A new study of the lunar samples collected by China's Chang'e-6 mission has verified the hypothesis that the moon was entirely covered by what?</p>

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title: China&amp;#039;s recent cinematic successes reflect cultural soft power
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<p>A poster for the Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2." /VCG</p>
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<p>As more Chinese films make their way into international theaters, they not only demonstrate China's advanced film technology but also highlight the country's rich cultural heritage. These films have sparked global discussions about Chinese culture and served as a bridge to connect audiences around the world.</p>
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<p>A poster for the Chinese film "Detective Chinatown 1900." /VCG</p>
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<p>The Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" has achieved remarkable success, grossing a total box office of more than 14.44 billion yuan (around $1.98 billion), including pre-sales and overseas earnings, as of 4 p.m. on March 2 Beijing Time, according to online movie platform Maoyan. The film's overseas earnings have surpassed 152 million yuan (about $20.87 million). "Ne Zha 2" is now the highest-grossing animated movie in the world and ranks among the top seven highest-grossing films of all time.</p>
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<p>A poster for the Chinese film "Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force." /VCG</p>
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<p>Four Chinese films, including "Ne Zha 2" and three other Chinese films – "Legends of the Condor Heroes: The Gallants," "Detective Chinatown 1900," and "Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force," are being screened in more than 20 countries and regions worldwide. Analysts predict that the total overseas revenue of these Chinese films could reach an unprecedented milestone of $100 million.</p>
<p>France's "Le Point" magazine highlighted China's growing cultural soft power, saying that "Ne Zha 2" has shattered Western cultural hegemony and proved that China can create, produce and distribute blockbusters that rival, or even surpass, Hollywood productions.</p>
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<p>International audiences have expressed their admiration for Chinese cinema. Some Canadian viewers were amazed by the costumes, traditional Chinese architecture, and animation effects in "Ne Zha 2," which are distinct from Western animations. European audiences expressed similar sentiments after watching "Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force," appreciating the fresh perspective of Chinese mythology compared to the familiar Greek and Norse myths.</p>
<p>The influence of Chinese films extends beyond the screen, inspiring viewers worldwide to explore China. "That's been on my bucket list even before I watched the movie. But now for sure, most definitely," said one New York moviegoer. A teenager from Washington shared a similar sentiment: "I would love to visit China one day. I mean, it's a dream. It would be awesome."</p>
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title: China secures grain, energy to meet 14th Five-Year Plan targets
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<p>China's food and energy security has remained robust in the past years, steadily progressing towards the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025) targets.</p>
<p>The Plan identifies grain production capacity and energy as two important indicators of the country's economic and social development.</p>
<p>It highlights the need to maintain overall grain output above 650 million tons and bringing the annual domestic energy production capacity to over 4.6 billion tons of standard coal by 2025.</p>
<p>China has seen grain output stay above 650 million tons for nine consecutive years. Despite challenges posed by severe natural disasters, the country achieved a historic grain production milestone in 2024, with grain output surpassing 700 million tons for the first time.</p>
<p>By the end of 2024, China had developed over 1 billion mu (about 66.7 million hectares) of high-standard farmland and built irrigation networks spanning over 10 million kilometers.</p>
<p>China solidified its position as the world's largest energy producer. In 2023, its total primary energy output was 4.83 billion tons of standard coal, a 202.6-fold increase from 1949, with an average annual growth rate of 7.4 percent.</p>
<p>The 14th Five-Year Plan further calls for accelerating the energy revolution, build a clean, low-carbon, safe, and efficient energy system, and improve energy supply assurance capabilities.</p>
<p>China's energy production has undergone a significant transformation over the past years, shifting from reliance on traditional power sources to new energy. By the end of 2023, the renewable energy power generation capacity in China surpassed half of the total installed capacity for the first time in history.</p>
<p>According to data from the National Energy Administration released in January, renewable energy dominated China's newly installed power capacity in 2024, comprising 86 percent of the total, while the cumulative installed capacity of renewable energy made up a record high of 56 percent of the nation's total.</p>
<p>Also, China's first-ever energy law, aiming to promote high-quality energy development, ensuring national energy security, accelerating green transition, and supporting the country's efforts to achieve carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals, takes effect on January 1, 2025.</p>
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<p><strong>'Not relaxed'</strong></p>
<p>The recently released <a href="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-24/Consolidating-agricultural-foundation-to-advance-rural-revitalization-1BfoZTK3jr2/p.html">"No. 1 central document"</a> underscores safeguarding food security and the stable supply of key agricultural products as a top national security priority.</p>
<p>The Document stressed that China will focus on increasing per-unit yields of grain by expanding projects aimed at improving these yields and intensifying the promotion of high-yield and efficient production models.</p>
<p>"The 'No. 1 central document' made it clear that efforts related to grain production can only be strengthened, not relaxed," said Han Wenxiu, an executive deputy director at the Office of the Central Committee for Financial and Economic Affairs, at a State Council Information Office press conference.</p>
<p>"In recent years, extreme weather conditions and other natural disasters have occurred more frequently and severely, causing uncertainties to rise. We must focus on achieving a good harvest and resisting disasters, anticipate difficulties in advance, and set a higher safety margin," Han added.</p>
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title: Purple miracle: How Ningxia&amp;#039;s vineyards fuel green growth
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<p>Have you ever thought about growing grapes in the desert? In Yinchuan, vineyard cultivation has not only transformed barren land but also driven the growth of the wine industry. Through precise water management and sustainable development strategies, Yinchuan has successfully integrated wine production with ecological conservation, breathing new life into the local economy. From small grapes to big business, Yinchuan's grape industry has brought prosperity and vitality to what was once a desert.</p>
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title: Life on organic farm: Embracing farmland, inspiring creativity
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<p>China's organic farmland area has shown steady growth, positioning the country as the fourth-largest organic farming nation globally.</p>
<p>As consumer demand for food safety, variety, and quality continues to rise, organic agricultural products are gaining increasing popularity.</p>
<p>Labels such as pollution-free, green, and organic have become popular for vegetable sales, and many entrepreneurs use organic agriculture as an entry point to start a business.</p>
<p>However, for Wang Jing, running an organic farm goes beyond business. Through supporting local farmers, her farm promotes the development of the local rural economy while enriching the cultural life of local communities.</p>
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title: Chinese vice premier to talk with U.S. treasury secretary
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<p>Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng will hold a video call with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Friday evening upon invitation, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Friday.</p>
<p>Guo told a regular news briefing that He, also Chinese lead person for China-U.S. economic and trade affairs, will communicate with the U.S. side on important economic issues.</p>
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<p>Source(s): Xinhua News Agency</p>

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title: China, South Africa vow to strengthen ties, boost Global South&amp;#039;s voice
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-21/China-South-Africa-vow-to-strengthen-ties-boost-Global-South-s-voice-1BbfuKuKj8k/img/4a6acb7f854d4d99ba515ed7ba2b39b4/4a6acb7f854d4d99ba515ed7ba2b39b4-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi discussed China-South Africa relations with his South African counterpart Ronald Lamola on Friday, on the sidelines of the Group of 20 (G20) Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa.</p>
<p>Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, congratulated South Africa on successfully hosting the meeting. By assuming the G20 presidency, South Africa represents Africa in making a strong voice on the global stage, which demonstrates the historic shifts in international political and economic landscapes, and holds great significance, Wang noted.</p>
<p>As multilateralism faces growing threats amid the rise of unilateral bullying and protectionism, the foreign ministers' meeting under the theme "Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainability" has reflected the common aspirations of most countries, especially those from the Global South, Wang said, also conveying China's firm support for South Africa in fulfilling the G20 presidency.</p>
<p>Noting that South Africa is a major African country with substantial influence and immense development potential, Wang said that China is willing to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation with South Africa, accelerate respective development and revitalization, and join hands to raise the voice and representation of countries from the Global South, especially African countries, in international agenda.</p>
<p>Lamola, for his part, thanked China for supporting South Africa's G20 presidency. In the face of a volatile international situation, South Africa remains committed to strengthening close coordination and cooperation with China to safeguard the common interests of the Global South countries, Lamola said.</p>
<p>Lamola expressed delight over the fruitful outcomes of mutually beneficial cooperation between South Africa and China, looking forward to deepening practical cooperation in various areas such as economy and trade, infrastructure, energy, and emerging industries.</p>
<p>He welcomed China to increase investment in South Africa to facilitate its efforts in accelerating industrialization and achieving diversified development.</p>

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title: Wang Yi calls for G20 cooperation to build a just, sustainable world
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-21/Wang-Yi-calls-for-unity-equality-sustainability-of-G20-cooperation-1Bbg9A7XQ4w/img/ea8dd208362a434bb3abb2b4a311ffc8/ea8dd208362a434bb3abb2b4a311ffc8-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday called on the G20 countries to work together to build a just world of common development.</p>
<p>Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks during his speech on the second day of the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa's largest city and economic hub.</p>
<p>In his speech, Wang noted that China is ready to work with all parties to implement South Africa's G20 presidency theme of "Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainability," open a new chapter of G20 cooperation, and join hands to build a just world of common development.</p>
<p>The foreign minister outlined China's suggestions for the future objectives of G20 cooperation. "First, we need to strengthen the foundation of G20 cooperation through solidarity," Wang said. "We should seek common ground while shelving differences, refrain from division and confrontation, and oppose bloc confrontation."</p>
<p>He emphasized that major countries should play an exemplary role, promote the reform of the global economic governance system, and increase the representation and voice of the Global South. Therefore, the G20 countries should work together to build an open world economy, jointly oppose unilateralism and protectionism, and advance universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization.</p>
<p>According to Wang, the second suggestion is to empower the G20 on the basis of equality. He called on the G20 countries to pursue extensive consultation, joint contribution and shared benefits, treat each other as partners rather than rivals, and see each other's development as opportunities rather than challenges.</p>
<p>"China supports South Africa in establishing the task force on artificial intelligence and in hosting the global summit on AI in Africa," he said.</p>
<p>"Third, we need to open up new prospects for the G20 through sustainable development," Wang said, noting that the G20 countries should continue to prioritize development on the G20 agenda and translate the spirit of multilateralism into concrete actions for sustainable development.</p>
<p>He added that China, which supports cooperation in priority areas such as disaster reduction, debt sustainability, just energy transition and critical minerals, is ready to explore ways to reduce financing costs for developing countries and help them reduce their debt burden in line with the principle of "joint action and fair burden."</p>
<p>Wang further noted that Africa is undergoing a new awakening, during which the G20 should mobilize more development resources, support the synergy of global development actions, cooperate with Africa in areas such as industrialization, infrastructure and green minerals, and accelerate the path to modernization.</p>
<p>China, while working with its African partners to comprehensively advance 10 partnership actions for modernization, is also ready to collaborate with all parties to empower Africa's development and achieve common prosperity and progress through G20 cooperation, he added.</p>

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title: Wang Yi, Tete Antonio strengthen China-Angola ties at G20
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-21/Wang-Yi-meets-with-Angolan-Foreign-Minister-Tete-Antonio-1Bbg8KZC2l2/img/3903c75d256c40e9a132ecc408c32fb8/3903c75d256c40e9a132ecc408c32fb8-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi discussed China-Angola relations with his Angolan counterpart, Tete Antonio, on Friday, on the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa.</p>
<p>Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said that China and Angola fought side by side in the struggle against imperialism and colonialism and later joined hands in the pursuit of development and revitalization.</p>
<p>Noting that the friendly cooperation between the two countries has facilitated Angola's national reconstruction and economic recovery, bringing tangible benefits to the Angolan people, Wang said the two sides should cherish their time-honored friendship and enhance mutual understanding and trust.</p>
<p>Wang congratulated Angola on assuming the rotating presidency of the African Union, saying that China has never sought selfish gains in Africa or interfered in African countries' internal affairs. China has firmly supported African integration and is committed to maintaining sound relations with African countries, he added.</p>
<p>Comprehensive cooperation between China and Africa has not only helped accelerate Africa's development but also encouraged more attention and input from the international community to the continent. China will remain Africa's most sincere and reliable partner in its future development journey, Wang noted.</p>
<p>For his part, Antonio said that Angolan President Joao Lourenco paid a state visit to China last year and held a successful meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, promoting new achievements in bilateral practical cooperation and bringing tangible benefits to both peoples. He thanked China for supporting Angola's economic and social development and Chinese enterprises for their contributions to Angola's national construction.</p>
<p>Antonio said that Angola is willing to expand cooperation with China in various fields such as economy and trade, investment, finance and energy, and to stand firmly with China on issues concerning the latter's core interests.</p>
<p>Angola is ready to take the presidency of the African Union as an opportunity to strengthen communication and coordination with China, deepen Africa-China cooperation, and enhance African solidarity, Antonio added.</p>

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title: Trump says to impose retaliatory tariffs on digital taxes
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-22/Trump-says-to-impose-retaliatory-tariffs-on-digital-taxes-1BcwvNdnlOo/img/2ef4d239d48c492c94f9aa40f6afd3a3/2ef4d239d48c492c94f9aa40f6afd3a3-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he will impose retaliatory tariffs on countries that levy digital taxes on U.S. tech companies.</p>
<p>When asked whether he would sign an order regarding digital taxes, Trump gave an affirmative answer.</p>
<p>"We are going to be doing that, digital. What they're doing to us in other countries is terrible with digital, so we're going to be announcing that," he said.</p>
<p>"Though America has no such thing, and only America should be allowed to tax American firms, trading partners hand American companies a bill for something called a digital service tax," read a fact sheet released earlier this month by the White House.</p>
<p>"Canada and France use these taxes to each collect over $500 million per year from American companies," the White House said. "Overall, these non-reciprocal taxes cost America's firms over $2 billion per year."</p>
<p>In recent years, several European countries have actively pushed for digital taxes on the operations of large tech companies like Google, Amazon, Apple and Meta in their countries, which has been strongly opposed by the United States.</p>
<p>During Trump's first term, he initiated a "301 investigation" into the digital services taxes of several trade partners, accusing these tax measures of unfairly affecting American businesses.</p>
<p>After Joe Biden took office, the United States reached a compromise with Austria, Britain, France, Italy and Spain regarding the digital services tax dispute in October 2021, and agreed to resolve the issue under the framework of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)'s global tax deal.</p>
<p>But on his first day back in office on January 20, Trump signed a presidential memorandum that the global corporate minimum tax deal reached under the OECD framework had "no force or effect" in the United States, effectively withdrawing from the agreement that the Biden administration had negotiated with nearly 140 countries.</p>

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title: China: Military drills off Australia&amp;#039;s east coast comply with intl law
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<p>Chinese navy's military drills off Australia's east coast comply with relevant international laws and practices, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Friday. </p>
<p>When asked about the drills at a daily news briefing, spokesperson Guo Jiakun said that the drills were organized by the Southern Theater Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) as part of routine training exercises in distant waters, which were carried out in a safe, regulated and professional manner.</p>
<p>The Australian government had issued a warning to airlines on Friday regarding potential live-fire exercises by the Chinese navy in the Tasman Sea, which lies between Australia and New Zealand. </p>
<p>The Australian side said that it had been closely monitoring the Chinese navy task group in the country's exclusive economic zone off its east coast since the group entered Australia's maritime approaches last week. Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles stated on Thursday that the ships did not pose any threats and did not breach any maritime laws.</p>
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title: Wang Yi says China to continue supporting WTO reform
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-22/Wang-Yi-says-China-to-continue-supporting-WTO-reform-1Bcvh1twIh2/img/c9f54010693c44efbfb4db05411fc630/c9f54010693c44efbfb4db05411fc630-1920.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>China firmly supports the free trade system with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core and will continue to support the reform of the international body, said Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday.</p>
<p>Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks when meeting with WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Johannesburg, the largest city and economic hub of South Africa.</p>
<p>During the meeting, Wang noted that China, as a founding member of the United Nations (UN) and a steadfast defender of the current international order, pursues genuine multilateralism and firmly supports both the international system with the UN at its core and the free trade system with the WTO at its core.</p>
<p>He pointed out that while unilateralism and protectionism are prevalent today, the trend of economic globalization is irreversible. Therefore, all parties should work together to promote trade liberalization and facilitation while accelerating global economic recovery.</p>
<p>China will continue to support the director-general in advancing WTO reform, listening to the voices of countries in the Global South, and keeping pace with the progressive trends of the times, Wang said.</p>
<p>"China adheres to its position as a developing country, but it never shirks its international responsibilities," he said. "We will continue to fulfill our due obligations and demonstrate our responsibility as a major country."</p>
<p>Okonjo-Iweala, for her part, noted that amid the chaos in the world, China has moved in the right direction, achieved the UN poverty reduction target ahead of schedule, advanced industrialization rapidly and made remarkable achievements in education. China's success has set a model for other developing countries to follow, she said.</p>
<p>The WTO highly appreciates China's commitment to resolving trade disputes through dialogue and consultation within multilateral mechanisms in a mature and rational manner. It also hopes to continue receiving strong support from China in promoting WTO reform, she added.</p>

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title: Chinese FM reaffirms two-state solution to lasting peace in Gaza
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<p>A lasting peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict can only be achieved through the two-state solution, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in a phone conversation with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on Saturday while returning from the Group of 20 (G20) Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa.</p>
<p>During the conversation, Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, held in-depth discussions on regional issues with Abdelatty.</p>
<p>Abdelatty provided an update on the latest developments in Gaza, noting that Egypt is committed to promoting the full implementation of the ceasefire agreement and is working with other Arab countries to develop a reconstruction plan. He emphasized that Egypt opposes the forced displacement of the Palestinian people.</p>
<p>China is a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council and the council's rotating president this month, and Arab countries highly value China's unique and important role, Abdelatty said, adding that Arab countries hope for China's support in restoring peace and rebuilding Gaza.</p>
<p>Wang said that China is a friend of Arab countries and a comprehensive strategic partner of Egypt. He expressed China's support for the just position of Arab nations and opposition to the forced displacement of the Palestinian people, calling for the full and effective implementation of the ceasefire agreement.</p>
<p>Gaza is part of Palestinian territory, and any future arrangement concerning it must respect the will of the Palestinian people while adhering to the principle of "Palestinians governing Palestine" in post-conflict governance, Wang said, stressing the urgency of formulating reconstruction and governance plans.</p>
<p>China appreciates the efforts of Egypt and other Arab countries, he added. Only by adhering to the two-state solution can the root causes be fully resolved and a lasting peace ultimately achieved, Wang noted.</p>
<p>The two sides also exchanged views on issues related to Sudan and Syria.</p>
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<p>Source(s): Xinhua News Agency</p>

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title: Polls open in high-stakes German election
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-23/news-1Be2aKixg4M/img/fa4d3edc7ce044109a3d6a326de6a3b4/fa4d3edc7ce044109a3d6a326de6a3b4-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>German voters went to polls Sunday to decide the composition of the next Bundestag, the country's lower house of parliament.</p>
<p>The election was scheduled for September this year, but a snap election was triggered by the collapse of the current ruling coalition of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), the Greens, and the Free Democratic Party last year.</p>
<p>The latest polls show that the sister parties of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and Christian Social Union (CSU) are taking the lead.</p>
<p>According to Friday's survey conducted by the Forsa Institute, support for CDU and CSU stood at 29 percent, compared with 21 percent for the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) and 15 percent for Chancellor Olaf Scholz's SPD.</p>
<p>It takes a majority of the 630 seats in the Bundestag to form a stable federal government.</p>
<p>The Forsa survey also showed that 22 percent of respondents were still unsure of their choice shortly before the election.</p>
<p>Polling stations opened at 08:00 local time (07:00 GMT) and will closes at 18:00 local time (17:00 GMT) when ballot counting will start and exit polls will be released.</p>
<p>A total of 4,506 candidates stand for the election in 299 constituencies, with at least 59.2 million people eligible to vote, official figures show.</p>
<p><strong>High-stakes election</strong></p>
<p>Germans were voting in a national election that is expected to restore power to Friedrich Merz's conservatives while the far-right AfD party is forecast to achieve its best result yet in Europe's ailing economic powerhouse.</p>
<p>Merz's CDU/CSU bloc has consistently led polls but is unlikely to win a majority given Germany's fragmented political landscape, forcing it to sound out coalition partners.</p>
<p>Those negotiations are expected to be tricky after a campaign that exposed sharp divisions over migration and how to deal with the AfD in a country where far-right politics carries a particularly strong stigma because of its Nazi past.</p>
<p>That could leave Scholz in a caretaker role for months, delaying urgently needed policies to revive Europe's largest economy after two consecutive years of contraction, as companies struggle against global rivals.</p>
<p>It would also create a leadership vacuum in the heart of Europe even as it deals with a host of challenges, including U.S. President Donald Trump's threats of a trade war and attempts to fast-track a ceasefire deal for Ukraine without European involvement.</p>
<p>Germany, which has an export-oriented economy and has long relied on the U.S. for its security, is particularly vulnerable.</p>
<p>Germans are more pessimistic about their living standards now than at any time since the financial crisis in 2008. The percentage who say their situation is improving dropped sharply from 42 percent in 2023 to 27 percent last year, according to pollster Gallup, Inc.</p>
<p>Attitudes towards migration have also hardened in a profound shift in German public sentiment since its "Refugees Welcome" culture during Europe's 2015 migrant crisis.</p>
<p><strong>Read more:</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-21/Germans-set-to-go-to-the-polls-with-AfD-helping-shape-agenda-1BaK8xepEUo/p.html">Germans set to go to the polls with AfD helping shape agenda</a></p>
<p><a href="https://newseu.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-21/Migration-and-integration-on-voters-minds-in-Germany-1B8904ovuhy/p.html">Migration and integration on voters' minds in Germany</a></p>
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title: EU leaders arrive in Kyiv to mark 3 years of ongoing conflict
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<p>EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa, president of the European Council, arrived in Kyiv on Monday to attend a summit marking three years of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.</p>
<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that leaders from 13 countries are expected to arrive in Kyiv on Monday, along with 24 leaders joining online, as reported by European Pravda, to "join the discussions, which will focus on Ukraine's strategy and security guarantee formats."</p>
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title: China&amp;#039;s key document highlights supply stability of grain production
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<p>Farmers harvest carrots at a demonstration base in Binyang County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, January 19, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p data-sanitized-class="title">Farmers harvest carrots at a demonstration base in Binyang County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, January 19, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p><em><strong>Editor's note:</strong> China will hold its annual Two Sessions in early March. Ahead of this year's key political meetings, CGTN presents a special series that takes an in-depth look at the country's endeavors in promoting people's livelihood, economic development, sci-tech innovation and opening up.</em></p>
<p>China has pledged to continue enhancing the country's ability to ensure the supply of important agricultural products such as grains, and increase production capacity to ensure stable and abundant grain production and supply.</p>
<p>In the newly-released "No. 1 central document" for 2025 – the first policy statement released by China's central authorities this year – the country outlined priorities to deepen rural reforms, calling for efforts to enhance agricultural efficiency, safeguard grain security, and improve agricultural product quality and safety supervision.</p>
<p>In 2024, China continued to consolidate the work related to agriculture, rural areas and farmers, achieved stable and increased grain production and stable supply of important agricultural products, setting an example for the world in achieving food self-sufficiency.</p>
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<p><strong>A bumper harvest</strong></p>
<p>Enhancing China's capacity to ensure the supply of key agricultural products, such as grain, was prioritized in this year's policy document.</p>
<p>Despite the impact of several natural disasters, including high temperatures, droughts, extreme floods, and super typhoons, the country's total grain output exceeded 706 million tonnes in 2024, an increase of 1.6 percent over the previous year, setting a new record, according to China's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs.</p>
<p>The bumper harvest was accompanied by a rise in grain planting areas, which reached over 119 million hectares, up 0.3 percent year on year. Additionally, grain output per unit area expanded by 1.3 percent, the data showed.</p>
<p>The rural residents' per capita disposable income reached 23,119 yuan (about $3,186), marking a year-on-year increase of 6.3 percent.</p>
<p>The expansion of soybean and oilseed cultivation has been effectively consolidated, with soybean output reaching 20.65 million tonnes, further improving the country's self-sufficiency rate for edible vegetable oils.</p>
<p>The comprehensive mechanization rate of crop cultivation and harvesting has exceeded 75 percent, with China having completed its annual tasks of constructing, renovating, and upgrading high-standard farmland, which plays a crucial role in drought and flood prevention across various regions.</p>
<p>By the end of 2024, China had built more than 1 billion <em>mu</em> (around 66.7 million hectares) of high-standard farmland and more than 10 million kilometers of various field irrigation and drainage channels.</p>
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<p>Farmers weigh the harvested cauliflower at an agricultural trading center in Wenzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, February 18, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p><strong>Consolidating, expanding poverty alleviation achievements</strong></p>
<p>In recent years, China has continued to consolidate and expand its achievements in poverty alleviation.</p>
<p>By identifying 160 major counties for national rural revitalization assistance, China allocated over 177 billion yuan in subsidies to support their development in 2024.</p>
<p>The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, along with other relevant departments, has increased efforts in areas such as technical and talent support, technical services and the training of industry leaders to promote the continued development and growth of the assistance industry.</p>
<p>All 832 counties removed from the poverty list have developed two or three leading industries, with a combined output value exceeding 1.7 trillion yuan.</p>
<p>In the first three quarters of 2024, the farmers' per capita disposable income in delisted counties reached 12,384 yuan, up 6.5 percent compared to the same period last year.</p>
<p>Work-relief programs aimed at boosting employment have also been implemented this year. By the end of last year, more than 33.05 million previously impoverished workers had found jobs, with the number consistently exceeding 30 million for four consecutive years.</p>
<p>Efforts to consolidate and expand poverty alleviation achievements are also evident in rural construction and improving people's livelihoods.</p>
<p>Thanks to the joint efforts of all parties, the level of rural water supply security and health services in key assisted counties has steadily improved. In 2023, rural tap water coverage in 83 counties exceeded the national average, and 67 county-level hospitals met the recommended standards for service capabilities.</p>
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title: Graphics: Three years of Russia-Ukraine conflict
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<p>It's been three years since the conflict broke out. Both Russia and Ukraine have faced tremendous losses and tough challenges.</p>
<p>In the first year of the conflict, both Russia and Ukraine experienced an economic downturn. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Ukraine's GDP dropped by 28.8 percent, while Russia's GDP dropped by 1.2 percent year on year. This led to the largest recession in Ukraine's history. The export volume of Russia dropped significantly in 2023, mainly due to the EU's ban on Russian refined petroleum products, which was implemented in February 2023. In the following two years, both countries' GDP showed an upward trend. Starting in the first quarter of 2024, Russia and Ukraine's imports and exports began to recover slowly.</p>
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<p>U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he was trying to get money back for the billions of dollars sent to support Ukraine's war against Russia. The U.S. has been the biggest single contributor of funding for Ukraine since the conflict began in 2022, according to the database from the Kiel Institute for the World Economy.</p>
<p>From January 24, 2022, to December 31, 2024, Europe allocated €132.3 billion assistance to Ukraine and the U.S. allocated over €100 billion. The report released by U.S. Department of State this month showed that, the U.S. has provided $65.9 billion in military assistance since February 23, 2022, and used the emergency Presidential Drawdown Authority on 55 occasions to provide military assistance to Ukraine totaling approximately $27.688 billion from the U.S. Department of Defense stockpiles since August 2021.</p>
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<p>Missile and rocket attacks have caused widespread death, destruction of homes and businesses and severely damaged energy infrastructures across Ukraine. Millions of Ukrainians have fled their homes, either to other parts of Ukraine or other countries. </p>
<p>As of February 19, 2025, the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) had recorded 6,346,300 refugees from Ukraine in Europe and 560,200 refugees from Ukraine outside of Europe as of February 17. The International Organization for Migration had estimated that by December 2024, around 950,000 refugees from Ukraine would return to their places of origin and remain in Ukraine for at least three months. Additionally, approximately 316,000 refugees would return to areas different from their former homes.</p>
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title: Xi welcomes efforts by Russia, relevant parties on Ukraine crisis
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-24/Xi-holds-phone-conversation-with-Putin-1BfTe7iBQys/img/d4278adbf63f4adcbc16c3d2a30a032f/d4278adbf63f4adcbc16c3d2a30a032f-1280.jpeg" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday that China welcomes the positive efforts made by Russia and relevant parties to resolve the Ukraine crisis.</p>
<p>Xi made the remarks during a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin.</p>
<p>Xi noted that soon after the full escalation of the Ukraine crisis, he had outlined China's basic position, including four points about what must be done to address the crisis.</p>
<p>The Chinese president proposed that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries should be respected, the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter must be fully observed, and the legitimate security concerns of all countries need to be taken seriously.</p>
<p>During Monday's phone call, Xi also noted that last September, China, Brazil, and other Global South countries launched the group of Friends for Peace to foster the atmosphere and conditions for the political settlement of the crisis.</p>
<p>Putin provided an update on the latest interactions between Russia and the United States and Russia's principled position on the Ukraine crisis.</p>
<p>He said that Russia is committed to removing the root causes of the conflict and reaching a sustainable, long-term peace plan.</p>
<p>The two leaders also agreed to maintain communication and coordination in various ways.</p>
<p><strong>'Good neighbors, true friends'</strong></p>
<p>During the phone conversation, Xi said that both history and reality show that China and Russia are destined to be good neighbors and that the two countries are true friends who share weal and woe, support each other and pursue common development.</p>
<p>He said the bilateral relationship has a strong internal driving force and unique strategic value. "It is neither targeted at any third party nor affected by any third party."</p>
<p>Noting that both countries have long-term development strategies and foreign policies, Xi said that no matter how the international landscape changes, the China-Russia relationship shall move forward at its own pace, contribute to the two countries' respective development and revitalization, and inject stability and positivity into international relations.</p>
<p>Putin, for his part, said that developing relations with China is a strategic choice made by Russia from a long-term perspective.</p>
<p>"It is not an act of expediency, not affected by any temporary incidents, and not subject to interference by external factors," he said.</p>
<p>Under the current situation, close communication between Russia and China aligns with the two countries' comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for the new era and will send a positive message that Russia and China play a stabilizing role in international affairs, Putin said.</p>

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title: China slams U.S. restrictions on bilateral trade, investment
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<p>The China Council for the Promotion of International Trade building in Beijing, China, November 4, 2024. /VCG</p>
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<p>China's business community strongly opposes the United States overstretching the concept of national security and hindering bilateral economic and trade exchanges, the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) said on Monday.</p>
<p>A spokesperson for the CCPIT made the remarks in response to a query about the "America First Investment Policy" memorandum.</p>
<p>The United States is not only restricting investment from China in sectors such as technology, critical infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture, energy and raw materials through security reviews but also using economic sanctions and financial audits to strengthen controls over investment in China in terms of industry scope, investment types and funding sources, the spokesperson said.</p>
<p>The spokesperson warned that if implemented, these measures would severely affect normal business operations, undermine international economic and trade order, and disrupt the security and stability of global industrial and supply chains.</p>
<p>The spokesperson urged the U.S. side to respect the laws of market economy and the principle of fair competition, clarify the boundaries of national security in economic and trade fields, and lift restrictions on two-way investments between China and the United States, so as to create a sound environment for mutually beneficial and win-win cooperation between the two countries' business communities.</p>
<p>According to an "America First Investment Policy" memorandum signed by U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday, the United States said it will "use all necessary legal instruments" to restrict China-affiliated persons from investing in U.S. "technology, critical infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture, energy, raw materials or other strategic sectors."</p>
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title: Chinese FM calls for fair global governance, stronger multilateralism
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-24/Chinese-FM-calls-for-fair-global-governance-stronger-multilateralism-1BfRUfvgFzi/img/a37ed1f9c2664b128f781ddc07c26ba5/a37ed1f9c2664b128f781ddc07c26ba5-250.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>China calls for establishing a fair and equitable global governance system and promoting the building of a community with a shared future for mankind, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Saturday.</p>
<p>Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks while briefing Chinese media on his visits to Britain and Ireland, attending the 61st Munich Security Conference (MSC) in Germany, chairing the UN Security Council's high-level meeting in New York, and participating in the Group of 20 (G20) Foreign Ministers' Meeting in South Africa.</p>
<p>China will take the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations as an opportunity to work with all parties to draw wisdom from history, usher in a new era of multilateralism, build a fair and equitable global governance system, and promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind, Wang said.</p>
<p>He said that global governance has reached a historical crossroads as the current international landscape undergoes transformation and turbulence, with growing deficits in peace, development and governance.</p>
<p>The international community has high expectations for how to strengthen the role of the UN and jointly address global challenges and regional hotspots, he added.</p>
<p>Wang said that as the rotating president of the UN Security Council for February, China chaired the Security Council's high-level meeting on "Practicing Multilateralism, Reforming and Improving Global Governance" to reaffirm the original aspiration of the United Nations, build consensus on multilateralism and inject new momentum into strengthening global governance.</p>
<p>He said that during the discussion, all parties agreed that the role of the UN is indispensable, the trend toward multilateralism is irreversible, and reforming and improving global governance cannot be delayed.</p>
<p>Regarding this year's MSC focus on multipolarity, Wang said that despite the complex challenges facing the world, peace, development and win-win cooperation remain unstoppable trends of the times.</p>
<p>The historical shift toward multipolarity and economic globalization is irreversible, he added.</p>
<p>A multipolar world is not only a historical inevitability but is also becoming a reality, Wang said, stressing that China will be a factor of certainty in this multipolar system and strive to be a steadfast constructive force in a changing world.</p>
<p>Noting that the G20 Summit will be held on the African continent for the first time this November, he said it is an "African moment" for both the G20 and global governance, demonstrating historic changes in the international political and economic landscape and carrying great significance.</p>
<p>Wang also said that during the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Johannesburg, China proposed listening to Africa's voice, taking its concerns seriously, supporting its actions, and empowering Africa's development through G20 cooperation to achieve common prosperity and progress, a proposal widely recognized by participants.</p>
<p>China will play an active and constructive role in G20 cooperation, firmly support South Africa's presidency, and encourage all parties to focus on the theme of "Unity, Equality and Sustainability" to meet the common expectations of the Global South, Wang added.</p>

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title: Graphics: Key takeaways from China&amp;#039;s 2025 No. 1 central document
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<p>On Sunday, China unveiled its "<a href="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-23/China-outlines-tasks-to-advance-rural-revitalization-in-No-1-document-1BeclSZyBLa/p.html">No. 1 central document</a>" for 2025, which outlines key priorities for further deepening rural reforms and taking concrete steps toward comprehensive rural revitalization. As the first policy statement released by China's central authorities each year, the document is a crucial indicator of the country's policy direction.</p>
<p>Prominent words such as "rural area," "agriculture," "development," "farmers," and "arable land" were frequently emphasized, highlighting the country's focus on sustainable and high-quality growth.</p>
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<p>Infographic editors: Sun Yiwen, Chen Rong, Chen Qiaoshen and Chen Guifang</p>
<p>Infographic designers: Liu Shaozhen and Liang Qian</p>
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title: China&amp;#039;s NPC deputies spearhead policy reforms across key sectors
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-24/China-s-NPC-deputies-spearhead-policy-reforms-across-key-sectors-1BfUVF9TLCo/img/f9f5a04a22d84e209444ba0af14aa08d/f9f5a04a22d84e209444ba0af14aa08d-1280.jpeg" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>As China prepares for the third session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) in early March, the pivotal role of NPC deputies in addressing the nation's most pressing challenges remains at the forefront. Representing a diverse array of professions and backgrounds, these deputies have consistently worked to propose and advance solutions to a wide range of economic, social, and technological issues.</p>
<p>According to the NPC's Deputies Affairs Commission, a record 9,235 proposals were submitted during the 2024 NPC annual session, which were reviewed and processed by 213 agencies. These proposals have played a crucial role in shaping China's national policies, with collaboration between lawmakers and government departments leading to tangible policy changes aimed at fostering development across various sectors.</p>
<p><strong>Deputies impact policy and industry</strong></p>
<p>The NPC is the supreme organ of state power and the national legislature. It has the authority to amend the Constitution, pass laws, approve major policies, and oversee government actions. With nearly 3,000 NPC deputies at the national level and over 2.5 million at all levels of the people's congresses, they play a vital role in linking the government to the public.</p>
<p>Township-level and county-level deputies are directly elected by voters, while deputies at other levels are indirectly elected by respective lower-level people's congresses. There is a permanent body of NPC – Standing Committee of the National People's Congress. When the NPC concludes its annual session, the NPC Standing Committee will exercise its power. The system ensures that the will of the people is reflected in government's work.</p>
<p>A notable example is Huang Li, chairman of a high-tech company and an NPC deputy. During the second session of the 14th National People's Congress in 2024, Huang made a proposal highlighting the need to accelerate the development of brain-machine interface (BMI) technology, a field with immense potential for revolutionizing healthcare and human-computer interaction.</p>
<p>He called for the establishment of a national brain science and technology innovation center to bring together leading experts in neuroscience, engineering, and medicine to advance BMI research. Huang also advocated for national standards for clinical BMI applications and faster regulatory approvals for related medical devices. His proposal is part of a broader push within the tech industry, which has been calling for the acceleration of BMI technology and the establishment of China as a global leader in this emerging field in recent years.</p>
<p>In response to these efforts, the National Science and Technology Ethics Committee introduced the first-ever ethical guidelines for BMI research in February 2024. By mid-year, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology began planning a BMI Standardization Technical Committee to develop regulatory and safety standards. Additionally, Beijing and Shanghai released five-year action plans for the BMI industry in January this year, signaling strong governmental support.</p>
<p><strong>Ensuring legislative action on critical issues</strong></p>
<p>The NPC's work is marked by collaboration and responsiveness. Unlike some parliamentary systems characterized by adversarial debates, China's NPC system emphasizes problem-solving and pragmatic decision-making. Deputies engage in extensive consultations with experts, local communities, and the public to draft well-informed proposals that address critical challenges.</p>
<p>While high-tech sectors have garnered significant attention from deputies like Huang, NPC proposals span a broad spectrum of issues, including social welfare, environmental protection, and economic development. With China's economy facing more domestic challenges and external pressure in recent years, NPC deputies are paying more attention on stimulating the economy, especially the private sector.</p>
<p>A prime example is the drafting and introduction of the Private Economy Promotion Law. Since 2023, NPC deputies, members of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and other organizations have submitted proposals advocating for legislation to protect and promote the private sector. In response, relevant government departments accelerated feasibility studies.</p>
<p>In February 2023, the Ministry of Justice, the National Development and Reform Commission, and the NPC Standing Committee's Legislative Affairs Commission jointly organized a legislative symposium, which kick started the drafting process. Currently, the draft law is set to undergo a second reading by the NPC Standing Committee and is expected to be adopted later this year.</p>
<p>As the NPC convenes in March, the role of deputies will remain essential in steering China toward solutions that address the most innovative and urgent challenges. Whether advancing technology, improving public welfare, or fostering a stronger economy, NPC deputies continue to drive government work, pushing forward policies that meet both current needs and future aspirations.</p>

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title: Haitians face uncertain future after Trump revokes protected status
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<p>The Trump administration has ended deportation protections for over half a million Haitians in the United States. U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem revoked an 18-month extension, meaning Temporary Protected Status will expire this year in August.</p>
<p>This decision comes amid ongoing gang violence and political instability in Haiti.</p>
<p>CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez reports.</p>
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title: Premier Li stresses advancing sci-tech innovation in frontier areas
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<p>Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Tuesday called for advancing scientific and technological innovation in frontier and emerging areas, better cultivating new quality productive forces and promoting the country's high-quality development.</p>
<p>Premier Li, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks during his inspection tour to companies owned by China Telecom, China Unicom and China Mobile – the country's three leading telecom operators.</p>
<p>Efforts should be made to steadily advance independent innovation, accelerate the research and development in key areas and strive to achieve original technological breakthroughs in a bid to inject new impetus into industrial transformation and upgrading, Li said.</p>
<p>He called for promoting the deep integration of digital economy and real economy as well as enhancing the construction of new-type infrastructure.</p>
<p>Efforts should be made to quicken the technological research and standards development on 6G while accelerating the large-scale application of 5G, Li said, calling for providing better services for private firms and medium and small-sized enterprises.</p>
<p>The premier urged the three leading telecom operators to enhance their sense of responsibility, stick to innovation-driven development, and strive to provide powerful support for the country's development of emerging and future industries.</p>
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title: China, Mongolia agree to strengthen exchange between legislatures
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-26/China-Mongolia-agree-to-strengthen-exchange-between-legislatures-1BizWc7oPNC/img/aafbb0421cf84ff3a9406fb02dfbc7b6/aafbb0421cf84ff3a9406fb02dfbc7b6-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>China's top legislator Zhao Leji and Dashzegve Amarbayasgalan, chairman of Mongolia's State Great Hural (Parliament), on Tuesday agreed to strengthen exchange and cooperation between the national and local legislatures of the two countries.</p>
<p>During a meeting in Beijing, Zhao, chairman of the National People's Congress (NPC) Standing Committee, said that under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, mutually beneficial cooperation between China and Mongolia in various fields has achieved fruitful results in recent years.</p>
<p>China is willing to work with Mongolia to implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, use the construction of a China-Mongolia community with a shared future as a guide, and push forward the steady and sustained growth of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries, he said.</p>
<p>Zhao noted that upholding good-neighborliness and friendship is a strategic choice that both sides have made, conforming to the fundamental interests of the two peoples, adding that China and Mongolia should pursue mutual benefits and strengthen cooperation in various fields.</p>
<p>He said that the two sides should hold history as a mirror, work together to safeguard the UN-centered international system, and defend the victorious outcomes of World War II. China's NPC is willing to maintain long-term friendly relations with Mongolia's State Great Hural and is ready to strengthen exchange and cooperation between the national and local legislatures as well as special committees to contribute to the development of the two countries in an improved manner.</p>
<p>Zhao also spoke about the system of China's NPC as the third session of the 14th NPC is set to open soon.</p>
<p>Echoing Zhao's remarks, Amarbayasgalan said that Mongolia adheres firmly to the one-China principle and stands ready to deepen the synergy of development strategies between the two countries and strengthen cooperation in fields such as transportation ports, energy, agriculture and electric vehicles.</p>
<p>The Mongolian State Great Hural is willing to strengthen friendly exchange with China's NPC, give full play to the role of the regular exchange mechanism between the two countries' legislatures, and make positive contributions to promoting the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two sides, he said.</p>
<p>(With input from Xinhua)</p>

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title: Xi stresses new responsibilities in advancing Chinese modernization
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<p>Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, has asked senior Party officials to take on new responsibilities and initiate fresh actions in advancing Chinese modernization.</p>
<p>Xi made the remarks after reading through the annual work reports of senior Party officials recently submitted to the CPC Central Committee and to the general secretary.</p>
<p>The officials included members of the Political Bureau and the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee, members of the leading Party members' groups of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, the State Council, and the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, as well as secretaries of the leading Party members' groups of the Supreme People's Court and the Supreme People's Procuratorate.</p>
<p>Xi noted the arduous tasks of advancing reforms and development while maintaining stability, as this year marks the final year of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025) and is also an important year for further deepening reform comprehensively.</p>
<p>He urged resolutely implementing the major policies and decisions made by the CPC Central Committee and achieving the targets set forth in the 14th Five-Year Plan with high quality to lay solid foundations for a good start to the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) period.</p>
<p>Xi called for calmly responding to any challenges arising from evolving dynamics at home and abroad, accelerating the establishment of a new development pattern, further deepening reform comprehensively, expanding high-standard opening up, and promoting sustained economic recovery and growth.</p>
<p>Xi also asked the officials to enhance research and studies, adhere strictly to the central Party leadership's eight-point decision on improving conduct, and consciously fulfill their political responsibilities for Party self-governance.</p>
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title: Brazil hosts first BRICS Sherpas meeting as bloc president
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-26/Brazil-hosts-first-BRICS-Sherpas-meeting-as-bloc-president-1BiIyujgc5G/img/b07d0e1df6284ee7949c9b7f38adf62e/b07d0e1df6284ee7949c9b7f38adf62e-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Brazilian Foreign Affairs Minister Mauro Vieira on Tuesday opened the first meeting of BRICS Sherpas, or chief negotiators, with Brazil holding the rotating presidency of the bloc.</p>
<p>In his opening speech, Vieira affirmed that the response to the crisis of multilateralism "is more multilateralism, stronger and more inclusive in all spheres."</p>
<p>Brazil's top diplomat noted the international order is undergoing profound changes and existing institutions are struggling to adapt, while at the same time, emerging economies are demanding greater participation in global decisions.</p>
<p>"In this evolving scenario, BRICS plays a fundamental role in promoting a more just, inclusive and sustainable world order. A multipolar world is not only an emerging reality, but a shared objective," he said.</p>
<p>"A rebalanced global system must have stronger foundations of equity and representation, and no such foundation can be built without the voice of BRICS. This group embodies the aspirations of the Global South, and our role in shaping the future has never been more significant," he added.</p>
<p>The meeting taking place at the Itamaraty Palace, Brazil's Foreign Ministry headquarters in the capital Brasilia, comprises two days of debates around issues related to promoting a fairer, multipolar world order, in keeping with the priorities of the bloc's Brazilian presidency.</p>
<p>This is the first meeting of negotiators since the BRICS bloc of emerging economies was expanded last year to include Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia, Iran and Indonesia, from the former members of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa.</p>
<p>In addition, there are associated countries such as Belarus, Bolivia, Kazakhstan, Cuba, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, Uganda and Uzbekistan.</p>
<p>The discussions seek to redefine global governance to reflect the realities of the 21st century, Vieira stressed in his speech, ensuring that developing countries are protagonists, not mere spectators.</p>
<p>In the area of economics, he said the protectionism in vogue threatens to deepen inequalities.</p>
<p>BRICS should "advocate" for an "open, fair and balanced" multilateral trade system that addresses the needs of the Global South and promotes a truly multipolar economic order, Vieira said.</p>
<p>Countries should continue to make progress in "alternative" financial mechanisms such as the New BRICS Development Bank, which plays a "vital" role in financing infrastructure and sustainable projects in emerging economies, he said.</p>
<p>Brazil, as BRICS president, will prioritize cooperation with the Global South and an agenda of social, economic and environmental development, with emphasis on six key areas: health, trade, climate change, artificial intelligence, reform of the multilateral security system and institutional strengthening of the bloc.</p>
<p>The second day of the BRICS Sherpas meeting on Wednesday will see a special session with the participation of Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and a summary of the discussions released in the afternoon.</p>

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title: China, Germany eye closer cooperation amid rising protectionism
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-26/China-Germany-eye-closer-cooperation-amid-rising-protectionism-1BiLlYlk2NG/img/84212760f0d9486caeb5211f969bb31e/84212760f0d9486caeb5211f969bb31e-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>With protectionism emerging as one of the strongest headwinds faced by the global economy, some 200 representatives from Chinese and German government and business circles have backed the idea of closer cooperation between the two nations.</p>
<p>The consensus among participants in the China-Germany Economic and Trade Cooperation Forum, which was held on Monday in Stuttgart, Germany, was evident: international cooperation should be strengthened, not undermined.</p>
<p>Under the theme of "New Opportunities for China-Germany Economic and Trade Cooperation in the Context of Global Supply Chain Restructuring," the forum was organized by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT).</p>
<p>Johannes Jung, director of strategy, commercial law, foreign trade and Europe at the Baden-Wuerttemberg Ministry of Economic Affairs, shared his concerns over the rise of protectionism at the forum. Fears have been growing among many internationally active companies about protectionist tendencies, said Jung.</p>
<p>These companies need "open markets, fair trade relations and reliable international perception" and the confidence that their investments abroad are safe, Jung said, adding that these companies need to make sure they will find equal, fair, competitive conditions abroad.</p>
<p>Jung believes that regular political and private visits are important building blocks to ensure mutual understanding and to further deepen cooperation.</p>
<p>Despite the rise of trade protectionism, the trend of economic globalization is irreversible, and all parties should strengthen international cooperation based on trust, according to Jung.</p>
<p>The CCPIT is willing to join hands with German partners to tap into the potential of trade cooperation, continue to provide opportunities for high-quality German products such as autos and agricultural machinery to enter the Chinese market, and strengthen cooperation in industrial and supply chains, said Ren Hongbin, chairman of CCPIT.</p>
<p>The CCPIT intends to promote the development of bilateral investment, create a good environment for business cooperation, and encourage more competent Chinese companies to invest in Germany, Ren added.</p>
<p>Tim Wenniges, deputy chief executive officer (CEO) of Entrepreneurs Baden-Wuerttemberg Association, considers the forum as a "positive signal" that "cooperation is both possible and desired."</p>
<p>As a leading organization representing the economy of Baden-Wuerttemberg state, Entrepreneurs Baden-Wuerttemberg Association consists of 65 associations from 50 industries and represents businesses across various sectors, from industry and services to trade and craftsmanship.</p>
<p>According to Wenniges, China is one of the most important trading partners for the German economy, and economic ties between the two nations are extensive, with mutual investments and engagements.</p>
<p>"Around the world, we see increasing tendencies toward economic closure, but businesses are resisting these trends. Together, we aim to promote innovation, engage in trade, and foster deeper exchanges in various fields," he said.</p>
<p>The global supply chain is undergoing a profound revolution, which will inevitably have a great impact on cooperation between Chinese and German companies, said Wang Xiao, director of Genertec International Holding Co., Ltd.</p>
<p>Enhanced cooperation based on the principles of openness, tolerance and mutual benefit, is the best way to overcome challenges and achieve a win-win result, said Wang.</p>
<p>China has been an appealing destination for foreign investments due to its open approach, Huang Yiyang, the consul general of China in Frankfurt, underlined. Huang is looking forward to seeing more German companies benefiting from the opportunities that arise from the industrial transformation and technological innovation currently underway in China.</p>
<p>Lin Shunjie, chairman of China International Exhibition Center Group Limited, presented the third China International Supply Chain Expo, which is set to kick off on July 16 in China. The company signed letters of intent and cooperation memorandums for the exhibition with German partners like Wolqe GmbH and the China Network Baden-Wuerttemberg.</p>
<p>A total of 19 German companies attended the last China International Supply Chain Expo, Lin said. The German companies, which come from smart auto, clean energy and advanced manufacturing industries, are important players along the global supply chain, and their presence demonstrates the interconnection of the supply chain, added Lin, convinced that there will be more German companies at the third China International Supply Chain Expo.</p>

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title: China&amp;#039;s economic momentum aligns with 14th Five-Year Plan targets
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<p>In 2025, China will wrap up its 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025), which calls for a steady GDP expansion and more proactive efforts in the face of a complicated and challenging environment of increasing external pressure and growing internal difficulties.</p>
<p>The 14th Five-Year Plan has set some major indicators of economic development during the period including GDP, labor productivity rate and urbanization rate.</p>
<p>In terms of GDP growth target, the 14th Five-Year Plan said proposals for the average annual growth of GDP should be maintained in a reasonable range based on the situation each year.</p>
<p>According to the data released by National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in January, China's GDP grew 5 percent year on year in 2024, reaching 134.9084 trillion yuan (about $18.77 trillion) and meeting the government's full-year target.</p>
<p>The Plan stressed that the country's annual overall labor productivity growth should be greater than its GDP growth. In 2023, labor productivity grew by 5.7 percent year on year, higher than the GDP growth of 5.2 percent, reflecting improved resource efficiency, accelerated industrial transformation, and enhanced competitiveness. With significant strides in cultivating new quality productive forces, China is also likely to reach this target in 2025.</p>
<p>The Plan also set the target of increasing the permanent resident population's urbanization rate to 65 percent, while China's urbanization rate of permanent residents had already reached 66.16 percent by the end of 2023, a marked rise from 53.1 percent by the end of 2012.</p>
<p>Last year, the government announced that the country plans to support more rural migrant workers in settling down in urban areas and aims to lift the urbanization rate of permanent residents to nearly 70 percent within five years.</p>
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<p>When setting economic growth targets for 2025, China will consider both needs and possibilities and ensure coherence with medium and long-term planning, Yuan Da, a senior official with the country's top economic planner, National Development and Reform Commission, told a press conference in early January.</p>
<p>"We are full of confidence in promoting the continuous recovery of the economy in 2025, and also fully confident in completing the goals and tasks of the 14th Five-Year Plan with high quality," Yuan said.  </p>
<p>Based on government reports unveiled at local Two Sessions – the annual meetings of provincial legislative and political advisory bodies generally taking place before the national Two Sessions – most of China's provincial-level regions have set their local GDP growth targets for 2025 at about 5 percent or higher. These local growth targets provide a clue to the prospects of the national economy in the final year of the country's 14th Five-Year Plan.</p>
<p>The tone-setting Central Economic Work Conference held last December has already outlined a number of key measures and tasks for the Chinese economy in 2025. It said China would adopt a more proactive fiscal policy and a moderately loose monetary policy in 2025.</p>
<p>The meeting listed priorities for economic work in 2025 in nine aspects, from stimulating consumption and developing new quality productive forces to preventing and addressing risks in key areas, consolidating poverty alleviation achievements and boosting green development, which all align with the 14th Five-Year Plan.</p>
<p>The meeting also called for more efforts to further promote high-level opening up and secure the steady growth of foreign trade and foreign investment.</p>
<p>Last week China issued <a href="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-21/Foreign-investment-plan-reflects-China-s-opening-up-resolve-Experts-1BaFYQ1y2VG/index.html">an action plan</a> to stabilize foreign investment in 2025, vowing to support pilot regions in effectively implementing opening-up policies related to such areas as value-added telecommunication, biotechnology and wholly foreign-owned hospitals, providing whole-journey services for foreign-invested projects in these sectors.</p>
<p>China will lift restrictions on domestic loans for foreign-invested enterprises, allowing these firms to use domestic financing for equity investments, according to the plan.</p>
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title: Trump floats $5 million &amp;#039;gold card&amp;#039; as a route to U.S. citizenship
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<p>U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a Governors Working Session in the State Dining Room at the White House on February 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. /VCG</p>
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<p>U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday floated the idea of replacing a visa program for foreign investors with a so-called "gold card" that could be bought for $5 million as a route to American citizenship.</p>
<p>Trump told reporters he will replace the EB-5 immigrant investor visa program, which allows foreign investors of large sums of money that create or preserve U.S. jobs to become permanent residents, with a so-called "gold card."</p>
<p>The EB-5 program grants "green cards" to foreigners promising to invest in U.S. businesses.</p>
<p>"We are going to be selling a gold card," Trump said. "We are going to be putting a price on that card of about $5 million," he continued.</p>
<p>"It's going to give you green card privileges plus its going to be a route to (American) citizenship, and wealthy people would be coming into our country by buying this card," Trump said, adding that details about the scheme will come out in two weeks.</p>
<p>Trump added it is possible Russian oligarchs could qualify for the "gold cards," when asked by a journalist if those people would be eligible. "Yeah, possibly. Hey. I know some Russian oligarchs that are very nice people," he said.</p>
<p>The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, administered by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, was created by Congress in 1990 to "stimulate the U.S. economy through job creation and capital investment by foreign investors," according to the USCIS website.</p>
<p>"The EB-5 program ... It was full of nonsense, make believe and fraud, and it was a way to get a green card that was low price. So the president said, rather than having this sort of ridiculous EB-5 program, we're going to end the EB-5 program. We're going to replace it with the Trump gold card," Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told reporters on Tuesday.</p>
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<p>Source(s): Reuters</p>

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<p>Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian speaks at a press conference in Beijing, December 5, 2024. /VCG</p>
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<p>China on Wednesday urged the United States to stop arming the Taiwan region and to desist from undermining peace and stability across the Taiwan Straits.</p>
<p>Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian made the remarks at a regular press briefing when asked to comment on reports claiming that the Trump administration had released $5.3 billion in previously frozen foreign aid, which includes $870 million designated for security programs in Taiwan.</p>
<p>Lin said China is seriously concerned about such reports – noting that China has always resolutely opposed the provision of military assistance by the United States to China's Taiwan region as such behavior seriously violates the one-China principle and the three China-U.S. joint communiqués, significantly violates China's sovereignty and security interests, and sends a very wrong signal to "Taiwan independence" separatist forces.</p>
<p>"China will closely follow the development of the situation and firmly safeguard national sovereignty, security and territorial integrity," Lin added</p>
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<p>Source(s): Xinhua News Agency</p>

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<p>Chinese Vice President Han Zheng (R) shakes hands with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of New Zealand Winston Peters in Beijing, China, February 26, 2025. /Xinhua</p>
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<p>Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of New Zealand Winston Peters in Beijing on Wednesday.</p>
<p>Han said that leaders of both sides met on the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting last November, providing strategic guidance for the continued development of China-New Zealand relations from a new starting point.</p>
<p>Noting that as the China-New Zealand comprehensive strategic partnership enters its second decade, Han said that China attaches great importance to the development of China-New Zealand relations and stands ready to work with New Zealand to implement the important consensus reached by leaders of the two countries, enhance mutual understanding, and promote the sustained, sound and steady development of the China-New Zealand comprehensive strategic partnership.</p>
<p>Peters, meanwhile, said that New Zealand attaches importance to developing relations with China and is willing to strengthen dialogue, enhance understanding, and deepen economic and trade cooperation as an active partner of China.</p>
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<p>Source(s): Xinhua News Agency</p>

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title: Senior CPC official urges efforts to advance national reunification
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<p>Wang Huning (C), a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, addresses a work conference on Taiwan affairs. The conference was held in Beijing, February 25-26, 2025. /Xinhua</p>
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<p>Wang Huning, a senior official of the Communist Party of China (CPC), has stressed the importance of maintaining the initiative and the ability to steer in relations across the Taiwan Straits.</p>
<p>Addressing a work conference on Taiwan affairs held in Beijing from Tuesday to Wednesday, Wang, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, called for resolute efforts to advance the cause of national reunification.</p>
<p>Stressing the importance of upholding the one-China principle and the 1992 Consensus, he called for standing closely with Taiwan compatriots, giving firm support to patriots in Taiwan who desire reunification, and resolutely combating provocations aimed at "Taiwan independence."</p>
<p>Wang urged efforts to facilitate cross-Straits exchanges and cooperation, expand personnel exchanges, support the development of Taiwan-funded businesses on the mainland, and create favorable conditions for young people from Taiwan to pursue and fulfill their dreams on the mainland.</p>
<p>The integrated development of the two sides should be deepened to allow Taiwan compatriots to share development opportunities and outcomes of Chinese modernization, he said.</p>
<p>Wang also called for firm opposition to external interference and stressed efforts to consolidate the international community's commitment to the one-China principle.</p>
<p>He emphasized implementing the Party's overall policy for resolving the Taiwan question in the new era and strengthening the centralized, unified leadership of the CPC Central Committee over work related to Taiwan.</p>
<p>Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the CPC Central Committee, presided over the meeting.</p>
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<p>Source(s): Xinhua News Agency</p>

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title: Mainland slams DPP for blocking cross-Straits educational exchanges
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<p>A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday condemned Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities for obstructing educational exchanges across the Taiwan Straits.</p>
<p>The DPP authorities' actions have "reached an unprecedented and unscrupulous level," said Zhu Fenglian, spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, at a press conference.</p>
<p>Zhu's remarks came in response to recent statements by Taiwan's education authorities, which declared a ban on local universities from cooperating with mainland institutions such as Jinan University and Huaqiao University. Taiwan has also prohibited high schools from assisting students in enrolling in mainland universities, citing concerns over "infiltration."</p>
<p>Zhu dismissed these claims as "ridiculous and absurd," stressing that both Jinan University and Huaqiao University are well-respected institutions that have fostered many outstanding students, including those from Taiwan.</p>
<p>She accused the DPP of attempting to control public opinion and restricting students' rights to higher education in pursuit of its independence agenda.</p>
<p>"The DPP sees normal cross-Straits exchanges as a threat and labels student interactions as 'united front tactics,'" Zhu said. "This is a blatant attempt to create an 'information cocoon' and escalate hostility between the two sides."</p>
<p>She further criticized the recent removal of a student leader at Taiwan University for allegedly receiving visiting mainland students and teachers, referring to it as another intimidation tactic from the DPP.</p>
<p>Zhu warned that suppressing cross-Straits exchanges would not succeed, as people on both sides, especially young students, support greater interaction.</p>
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<p>Source(s): Xinhua News Agency</p>

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title: Mainland backs Taiwan compatriots&amp;#039; participation in Chinese democracy
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<p>A mainland spokesperson pledged on Wednesday to promote Taiwan compatriots' participation in Chinese democracy and to improve policies and systems that enhance their well-being.</p>
<p>Zhu Fenglian, spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, made the remarks in response to a media query about the growing interest from people in Taiwan in the Two Sessions, annual sessions of China's national legislature and national political advisory body.</p>
<p>The Two Sessions, Zhu stressed, serve as a key platform for whole-process people's democracy, as well as an important window for Taiwan compatriots to understand the socialist system with Chinese characteristics.</p>
<p>The spokesperson noted that in recent years, more Taiwan compatriots have shared their views and suggestions on cross-Straits relations through various channels. She added that the mainland will create more opportunities for people from Taiwan, especially the youth, to observe and participate in whole-process people's democracy, and will fully consider their opinions and suggestions.</p>
<p>"We are ready to work with compatriots in Taiwan to advance national reunification and rejuvenation," Zhu said. </p>
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<p>Source(s): Xinhua News Agency</p>

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title: Chinese FM Wang Yi meets New Zealand&amp;#039;s Deputy PM and FM Winston Peters
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<p>Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Winston Peters, the deputy prime minister and foreign minister of New Zealand, in Beijing on Wednesday.</p>
<p>Wang called on both sides to adhere to mutual respect, saying all countries, regardless of size or strength, are equal and have the right to choose a development path suitable for themselves.</p>
<p>Faced with the intertwined international situation of change and chaos, it is more important for China and New Zealand to strengthen multilateral coordination, he said.</p>
<p>Wang said China's high-level opening-up and its supersize market will continue to provide greater opportunities for cooperation with New Zealand. </p>
<p>Wang also expressed hopes that New Zealand will continue to provide a good environment for Chinese students and overseas Chinese. </p>
<p>The Asia-Pacific region is a common home for China and New Zealand, he said, adding that China respects the traditional relations between New Zealand and the Pacific island countries.</p>
<p>Peters said since the establishment of a comprehensive strategic partnership between New Zealand and China, the relationship between the two countries has made great progress.</p>
<p>Peters added that New Zealand has always adhered to the one-China policy and looks forward to further close exchanges at all levels, strengthening cooperation and exchange in economics and trade, agriculture, defense, the Antarctic, and other fields; deepening communication and coordination in regional and international affairs; and is willing to strengthen cooperation with China in multilateral institutions to promote greater development in New Zealand-China relations.</p>
<p>The two sides agreed to maintain high-level exchanges and communicate on China's accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership and the Digital Economy Partnership Agreement.</p>
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title: China urges U.S. to rethink tariff policies
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<p>Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao has written a letter to Jamieson Greer, the newly appointed United States Trade Representative, congratulating him on his appointment and expressing China's concern about the U.S. tariff policy.</p>
<p>Since the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and the United States, economic and trade relations have seen significant progress, Wang said, adding that the two countries' economic and trade cooperation has played a key role in driving economic growth, boosting employment and enhancing the well-being of people in both countries.</p>
<p>A healthy and sound China-U.S. economic and trade relationship aligns with the common interests of both countries and meets the expectations of the international community, he said.</p>
<p>He said that China is willing to work with the United States to create a better business environment for enterprises in both countries and deliver more tangible benefits to the two peoples.</p>
<p>China has expressed firm opposition to the United States' decision to impose an additional 10 percent tariff on Chinese goods on the grounds of fentanyl-related issues and has taken corresponding countermeasures. This is a necessary move to protect China's legitimate rights and interests, he said.</p>
<p>China has also noticed that it is targeted by multiple investigations under a memorandum titled "America First Trade Policy," Wang said, adding that China hopes the United States will conduct these investigations with an objective, rational and professional attitude while enhancing transparency throughout the process.</p>
<p>"It is natural for China and the United States to have differences in the economic and trade field. We should address our respective concerns through equal dialogue and consultation," the minister said.</p>
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title: Russia against any European peacekeepers in Ukraine, Lukashenko says
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<p>Russia is categorically against the deployment of peacekeeping forces from European states to Ukraine, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said on Thursday.</p>
<p>In an interview with American blogger Mario Nawfal in Minsk, the Belarusian leader said Russia will never agree to EU peacekeeping forces in Ukraine. "At least, this is Russia's position today. Especially since the leadership of the European Union, primarily Germany and France, is taking a very aggressive position at the moment," Lukashenko said.</p>
<p>Increasingly alarmed that U.S. security priorities lie elsewhere, a group of European countries has been quietly working on a plan to send troops into Ukraine to help enforce any future peace settlement with Russia, the Associated Press has reported.</p>
<p>Britain and France are at the forefront of the effort, though details remain scarce.</p>
<p>British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday that Britain would "play our part" in any peacekeeping role in Ukraine, but could only do so with some kind of backup from the United States.</p>
<p>On Thursday, Lukashenko also said that during his latest contacts with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, the Russian leader confirmed his readiness for negotiations to resolve the situation in Ukraine, including with the Ukrainian side. No one will resolve Ukraine's issues without Ukraine, the Belarusian president stressed.</p>
<p>Touching on a possible U.S.-Ukraine deal on rare earth metals, Lukashenko said this "deal may be alarming for Russia and most likely is alarming" if it goes beyond economic relations.</p>
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title: Trump dismisses Starmer&amp;#039;s call for U.S. military guarantees in Ukraine
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-28/Trump-dismisses-Starmer-s-call-for-U-S-military-guarantees-in-Ukraine-1BlX4L59lCg/img/377c928b51e945de8455df9bbb2936d5/377c928b51e945de8455df9bbb2936d5-1920.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that a minerals deal with Ukraine is the security guarantee Kyiv needs against Russia, brushing aside a plea from British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for a commitment of U.S. military support.</p>
<p>Starmer, who was meeting Trump at the White House for the first time since the U.S. leader took office, turned on the charm, saying peace in Ukraine had only become possible because of Trump.</p>
<p>However, underlying differences between the allies remained, including transatlantic frictions over U.S.-Russia talks aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict and Trump's tariff threats.</p>
<p>Before the meeting, Starmer had said there could be no long-term peace in Ukraine without firm U.S. security guarantees – an argument Trump all but dismissed.</p>
<p>"We are a backstop because we'll be over there, we'll be working," Trump said, referring to the economic partnership. "We're going to have a lot of people over there."</p>
<p>Asked whether he could trust Russian President Vladimir Putin, Trump said, "Trust and verify," echoing former U.S. President Ronald Reagan's views on negotiations with the Soviet Union.</p>
<p>Noting that talks towards ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict were moving briskly, Trump said, "It will either be fairly soon, or it won't be at all." Starmer said not just any deal would do, underscoring the concern among European nations that a rushed peace deal with Russia might lead to further instability in Europe.</p>
<p>"We have to get it right," Starmer said at a joint press conference with Trump. "It can't be peace that rewards the aggressor."</p>
<p>Starmer is the latest European leader to meet Trump, after French President Emmanuel Macron came to the White House on Monday for a friendly encounter that also displayed stark differences over the Russia-Ukraine conflict.</p>
<p>Starmer has signaled that Britain will increase defense spending and has tried to reassure the U.S. president that Europe will provide support and security guarantees to Kyiv if peace talks with Russia are successful.</p>
<p>On Thursday, Trump reaffirmed the United States' long-standing commitment to the mutual defense of NATO nations, even if European peacekeepers end up in Ukraine. "I support it. I don't think we're going to have any reason for it," he said.</p>
<p>Starmer has said he is open to British troops providing security guarantees to Ukraine but only alongside other European nations and with "the right conditions in place."</p>
<p>The two leaders also negotiated a bilateral trade agreement. A wide-ranging free trade deal has eluded the countries since Trump's 2017-2021 term in office, but the U.S. president said the two countries could reach a deal "very shortly."</p>
<p>Asked by a reporter whether Starmer had convinced him to abandon threats to impose tariffs on Britain, Trump said, "He tried. He was working hard, I'll tell you that."</p>
<p>"We could very well end up with a real trade deal where the tariffs wouldn't be necessary," Trump said. "We'll see."</p>
<p>(With input from Reuters)</p>

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title: Cuba, sanctions and U.S. flip-flops
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<p>U.S President Donald Trump's swift reversal of Joe Biden's decision to remove Cuba from the U.S. "State Sponsors of Terrorism" list highlights the ongoing U.S. flip-flopping on Cuba. In this video, we examine the harmful effects of U.S. sanctions, the questionable rationale behind its policies, and how global support for Cuba is pushing back against American pressure.</p>
<p>Is it time for the U.S. to change its approach, or will this cycle of hostility continue? Watch the video and share your thoughts in the comments below!</p>
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title: Backgrounder: Trump, Zelenskyy to meet amid war of words
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<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in the United States on Thursday ahead of a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump scheduled for Friday.</p>
<p>The first face-to face meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy since the former was inaugurated on January 20, expected to focus on a rare minerals agreement, comes after a recent slew of high-profile verbal clashes between the pair.</p>
<p><strong>'Behind our backs'</strong></p>
<p>Trump and Zelenskyy have been trading barbs following a high-level U.S.-Russia meeting over the Russia-Ukraine conflict, held in Saudi Arabia on February 18.</p>
<p>Senior Russian and U.S. officials, including top diplomats from both countries, agreed on charting a path toward ending the conflict.</p>
<p>However, Ukraine was not invited, and in response Zelenskyy postponed a scheduled visit to Saudi Arabia on February 19, emphasizing that "negotiations should not take place behind our backs."</p>
<p>His reaction prompted a wave of verbal attacks from Trump, triggering a rare public back-and-forth between the leaders of two countries that have been steadfast allies since the conflict began three years ago.</p>
<p>Hours after the U.S.-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia, Trump told reporters at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida that he was "much more confident" that the conflict would end.</p>
<p>When asked about Ukraine's absence at the negotiating table, Trump responded, "I hear that they're upset about not having a seat. Well, they've had a seat for three years and a long time before that. This could have been settled very easily."</p>
<p>He further suggested that Kyiv bore responsibility for starting the conflict, a stark departure from the long-standing stance of the United States and its allies. "You should have never started it. You could have made a deal," Trump added.</p>
<p>Trump also claimed that Zelenskyy's approval rating had plummeted to "4 percent" and called for new presidential elections in Ukraine as Zelenskyy's mandate has long expired.</p>
<p>Ukraine postponed its presidential election that was scheduled for 2024 because of the ongoing conflict.</p>
<p>Zelenskyy responded sharply to Trump's comments, accusing him of falling for Russian "disinformation."</p>
<p>"I believe that the United States helped (Vladimir) Putin break out of years of isolation," Zelenskyy told reporters on Wednesday, delivering some of his strongest criticism yet of the new U.S. administration.</p>
<p>He also urged Trump's team "to be more truthful" in their statements.</p>
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<p><strong>'Dictator' accusations</strong></p>
<p>The war of words further escalated when Trump labeled Zelenskyy a "Dictator without Elections" on his social media platform, Truth Social, on February 19.</p>
<p>"Zelenskyy better move fast or he is not going to have a country left," Trump wrote.</p>
<p>In the same post, Trump referred to Zelenskyy as "a modestly successful comedian" who "talked the United States into spending 350 billion dollars to go into a war that couldn't be won, that never had to start," and "will never be able to settle" without the United States and himself.</p>
<p>Zelenskyy pushed back by saying that the United States had given $67 billion in military aid and $31.5 billion in support for Ukraine's budget.</p>
<p>He also pointed out that his approval rating stands above 50 percent, referring to a recent poll conducted by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology.</p>
<p>However, on the eve of Zelenskyy's visit, Trump on February 27 voiced respect for the Ukrainian president, downplaying the earlier jibe that he was a "dictator."</p>
<p>"Did I say that? I can't believe I said that," Trump said when asked by journalists about his recent comment.</p>
<p><strong>'Zelenskyy has no cards'</strong></p>
<p>Trump depicted Zelenskyy's presence at peace talks as "not very important" on February 21.</p>
<p>In an interview on Fox News Radio's The Brian Kilmeade Show, Trump criticized Zelenskyy's handling of the war. "I've been watching this man for years now, as his cities get demolished, as his people get killed, as the soldiers get decimated."</p>
<p>Trump went on to argue that Zelenskyy lacks leverage in negotiations. "He has no cards," said Trump.</p>
<p>The American president said that Zelenskyy's participation in talks over the past three years had not led to any substantial progress.</p>
<p>"He's been at meetings for three years, and nothing got done," Trump said.</p>
<p>While acknowledging the devastation in Ukraine, Trump argued that Zelenskyy's involvement in peace talks has made it more difficult to reach deals. "He makes it very hard to make deals. But look what's happened to his country, it's been demolished."</p>
<p><strong>'Ukraine can forget about joining NATO'</strong></p>
<p>Trump said on February 26 that Ukraine could "forget about" joining the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and he would try to get Ukraine as much land as possible from Russia.</p>
<p>"NATO, you can forget about it," Trump told reporters before convening a meeting of his cabinet members inside the White House.</p>
<p>"I think that's probably the reason the whole thing started," he said.</p>
<p>The U.S. president made the remarks when asked what concessions he would like to see at the negotiating table with Russia.</p>
<p>Trump, who has been trying to broker peace for the three-year conflict between Kyiv and Moscow, also said that he will try to let Ukraine take back as much Ukrainian territory currently occupied by Russia as possible.</p>
<p>"We're going to do the best we can to make the best deal we can for both sides, but for Ukraine, we're going to try very hard to make a good deal so that they can get as much back as possible. We want to get as much back as possible," he said.</p>
<p>Zelenskyy said that he was willing to step down as president if that would mean Ukraine could become a member of NATO.</p>
<p>(With input from agencies)</p>
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title: Xi chairs CPC leadership meeting to discuss draft govt work report
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-28/Xi-chairs-CPC-leadership-meeting-to-discuss-draft-gov-t-work-report-1BmhF9UXbfG/img/fc633a0b1b0e413aa46f7ed3e4c6387c/fc633a0b1b0e413aa46f7ed3e4c6387c-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on Friday chaired a meeting of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee to discuss a draft government work report to be submitted by the State Council to the upcoming national legislature session for review.</p>
<p>It was noted at the meeting that China's economy maintained overall stability and made steady progress in the past year. The country has achieved solid advancement in pursuing high-quality development and maintained overall social stability, making solid strides forward in advancing Chinese modernization.</p>
<p>The meeting said it is necessary to follow the arrangements made at the Central Economic Work Conference, adhere to the general principle of pursuing progress while maintaining stability, and fully and accurately implement the new development philosophy on all fronts.</p>
<p>It is also essential to accelerate the forging of a new pattern of development, solidly promote high-quality development, further deepen reform comprehensively, expand high-standard opening up, build a modern industrial system and better coordinate development and security, according to the meeting.</p>
<p>Efforts should be made to implement more proactive and impactful macro policies, expand domestic demand, promote the integrated development of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation, stabilize the real estate and stock markets, prevent and defuse risks in key areas and external shocks, stabilize expectations, and stimulate vitality.</p>
<p>The meeting also stressed the need to promote sustained economic recovery, continuously improve people's living standards, maintain social harmony and stability, fulfill the goals and tasks in the 14th Five-Year Plan with high quality, and lay a solid foundation for achieving a good start in the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030).</p>
<p>The annual session of the National People's Congress, China's top legislature, is scheduled to open on March 5. </p>

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title: Xi&amp;#039;s article on properly handling economic work to be published
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-28/Xi-s-article-on-properly-handling-economic-work-to-be-published-1BmpCO22yRi/img/8a1a83342d4a41cd94d7e6ca311fe54d/8a1a83342d4a41cd94d7e6ca311fe54d-250.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>An article by Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on properly handling several key relationships in economic work will be published on Saturday.</p>
<p>The article by Xi, also Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, will be published in this year's fifth issue of Qiushi Journal, the flagship magazine of the CPC Central Committee.</p>
<p>The article noted that as adverse impacts from the changing external environment intensify, China's economic operation still faces difficulties and challenges.</p>
<p>At the same time, the Chinese economy is underpinned by a stable foundation, abundant strengths, strong resilience and vast potential, and the supporting conditions and fundamental trend for long-term growth have not changed, it said.</p>
<p>"We must face up to the difficulties, strengthen our confidence, and strive to transform all positive factors into actual achievements in development," the article said.</p>
<p>Economic work is complex and multifaceted, and there are five key relationships that must be properly handled, the article said.</p>
<p>It is essential to coordinate the relationship between an efficient market and a well-functioning government, and the government must act decisively when necessary while also knowing when to refrain from intervention, according to the article.</p>
<p>The article also stressed the relationship between total supply and demand to ensure smooth economic circulation. Efforts must be made to address weakness in domestic demand, which should serve as the major driver and stabilizer of growth.</p>
<p>The relationship between developing new growth engines and upgrading traditional industries is another priority that should be handled well, according to the article.</p>
<p>It further emphasized properly managing the relationship between optimizing incremental resources and making good use of existing resources, as well as the relationship between quality improvements and scale expansion.</p>

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title: Top Chinese diplomat holds strategic dialogue with Russia&amp;#039;s Shoigu
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-28/Chinese-top-diplomat-holds-strategic-dialogue-with-Russia-s-Shoigu-in-Beijing-1BmESWmFbnG/img/1aa9177c41084d1eacedd965117c6fff/1aa9177c41084d1eacedd965117c6fff-250.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Top Chinese diplomat Wang Yi held a strategic dialogue with Sergei Shoigu, secretary of the Russian Federation Security Council, in Beijing on Friday.</p>
<p>Wang noted that under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, China-Russia relations will continue to remain rock-solid and unshakable.</p>
<p>Recently, leaders of both sides had a phone conversation after the video meeting at the beginning of the year and conducted communication on deepening strategic coordination and promoting the stability of the international situation. This fully reflected the high level and particularity of China-Russia relations and highlighted the responsible role played by the heads of state of the two major powers, Wang said.</p>
<p>He called on the two sides to stick to the implementation of the consensus reached by the two heads of state, maintain close coordination, and continue to deepen mutual trust and cooperation in strategic security.</p>
<p>History and reality have proved time and again that China-Russia relations have a strong internal driving force, solid public support, and unique strategic value, and are not aimed at and should not be influenced by third parties, Wang said.</p>
<p>He noted that China-Russia relations in the new era increasingly demonstrates the resilience and calm of the new model of major-country relations.</p>
<p>Wang said that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War, as well as the 80th anniversary of the founding of the UN, which is of landmark significance in the history of both China-Russia ties and broader international relations.</p>
<p>As two major victors of World War II and permanent members of the UN Security Council, China and Russia have the responsibility to join hands to defend the outcomes of WWII and maintain global peace and development, he added.</p>
<p>Shoigu said that the two heads of state have outlined the direction for the development of bilateral relations and strategic coordination. The two countries enjoy a high degree of political and strategic mutual trust, and are unaffected by external factors, he said.</p>
<p>The establishment of the Russia-China comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination is a firm choice that has been made by both sides, serving the fundamental interests of the two countries and their peoples, he said.</p>
<p>Russia and China hold highly consistent positions on international affairs, and coordinate closely within mechanisms such as the UN, the G20 and APEC, Shoigu said, adding that Russia will fully support China's chairing of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and its hosting of summits, while expressing gratitude for China's support of Russia's chairing of BRICS last year.</p>
<p>The two sides exchanged in-depth views on the Ukraine crisis. Shoigu outlined the latest situation of Russia-U.S. contact, as well as considerations for Russia's position, saying that Russia is committed to eliminating the root causes of the Ukraine crisis and seeking a permanent, fair and sustainable plan for peace.</p>
<p>Wang said that China will continue to play a constructive role in promoting peace talks and pushing for a political settlement of the Ukraine crisis.</p>
<p>The two sides agreed to hold a new round of strategic China-Russia security consultations at an appropriate time. They also exchanged views on the Asia-Pacific region, the Middle East and Afghanistan, and other international or regional issues of common concern.</p>

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title: President Xi meets Russian Federation Security Council secretary
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<p>Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Sergei Shoigu, secretary of the Russian Federation Security Council, on Friday.</p>
<p>Noting that China and Russia are friendly neighbors and true friends, Xi said he and President Vladimir Putin have communicated twice this year, making overarching plans for the development of China-Russia relations and having in-depth exchanges on a series of major international and regional issues.</p>
<p>Xi noted that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victories of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War and the World Anti-Fascist War, as well as the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations.</p>
<p>In such a year of special historical significance, China-Russia relations will embrace a series of important agendas, Xi said.</p>
<p>He said the two sides should maintain close communication at all levels to fully implement the consensus reached between the two heads of state and promote lasting good-neighborliness and friendship, comprehensive strategic coordination and mutually beneficial cooperation between the two countries.</p>
<p>He called on both sides to continuously deepen strategic coordination and practical cooperation to contribute to the common development and rejuvenation of the two countries.</p>
<p>The two sides should continue to strengthen coordination in international and regional affairs, give full play to the role of BRICS countries and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and help consolidate solidarity and cooperation in the Global South, Xi said.</p>
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<p>Shoigu conveyed President Putin's cordial greetings to President Xi, saying that President Putin highly values the sincere friendship and close contact with President Xi.</p>
<p>The relations between Russia and China have reached an unprecedented high level and do not target any third party, Shoigu said.</p>
<p>The Russia-China partnership plays a significant role in the world, setting a model for relations among major powers, Shoigu said.</p>
<p>Noting that Russia and China have always maintained mutual trust and engaged in equal dialogue, Shoigu said their strategic cooperation serves the common interests of both nations.</p>
<p>The Russian side is committed to implementing the important consensus reached by the two heads of state and will steadfastly strengthen cooperation with China, he said.</p>
<p>He said Russia highly appreciates China's continuous efforts to promote a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine crisis.</p>
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<p>Source(s): Xinhua News Agency</p>

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title: European countries vow retaliation against Trump&amp;#039;s tariff threat
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-28/European-countries-vow-retaliation-against-Trump-s-tariff-threat-1BmrI29LzFK/img/e1f2cf9e3bb942f38d92dca87202d68a/e1f2cf9e3bb942f38d92dca87202d68a-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Transatlantic trade tensions have escalated following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a 25 percent tariff on European imports, with European countries warning that Europe will react "firmly and immediately" against unjustified barriers.</p>
<p>The tariff plan announced by Trump on Wednesday covers various European imports, including cars and other goods. Speaking at a White House cabinet meeting, he claimed that the EU has "taken advantage of" the United States by blocking American cars and agricultural products.</p>
<p>In response, European Commission spokesperson Olof Gill said on Thursday at a press briefing that American businesses have reaped significant profits from investments in Europe.</p>
<p>"By creating a large and integrated single market, the European Union (EU) has facilitated trade, reduced costs for EU exporters and harmonized standards and regulations across all our member states. As a result, U.S. investments in Europe are highly profitable," he stressed.</p>
<p>Regarding the tariffs, the European Commission said on Wednesday that the EU would react "firmly and immediately" against unjustified barriers to free and fair trade, including when tariffs are used to challenge legal and non-discriminatory policies.</p>
<p>Speaking in Washington on Thursday, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola underscored that Europe and the United States have shared values and warned against isolation. She reaffirmed that the EU is ready to respond "firmly and immediately against unjust barriers to free and fair trade."</p>
<p>France and Spain shared the EU stance on retaliation, calling for unity to defend Europe's interests.</p>
<p>According to French media Le Figaro, French Economy Minister Eric Lombard, who is now participating in the G20 finance minister meeting in Cape Town, South Africa, said that the EU must protect its interests by doing the same as what the United States did.</p>
<p>"We need to have a firm and proportionate reaction," French Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu told France Info in an interview on Thursday. "The EU must react in the firmest possible way, in the most immediate way and I insist in the most proportionate way, because that's how it works," he said.</p>
<p>The EU will defend itself "against those who attack it with absolutely unjustified tariffs that threaten our economic sovereignty," Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said at an event in the Basque Region of northern Spain. He stressed that the EU was "prepared" and the member states will "adopt measures proportionate" in response to the tariffs.</p>
<p>He emphasized EU's commitment to open trade and cooperation, in contrast to Trump's promotion of "isolation." "We will not abandon that route, because we will keep on looking for collaboration between countries, commercial openness and a multilateral system that is more important than ever," Sanchez said.</p>
<p>In addition, he rejected Trump's statement made on Wednesday that the EU was "formed to screw the United States," arguing that many of the rich in America are, in fact, "thanks to Europe."</p>
<p>On social media platform X, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk echoed Sanchez's stance. He posted: "The EU was not formed to screw anyone. Quite the opposite. It was formed to maintain peace, to build respect among our nations, to create free and fair trade, and to strengthen our transatlantic friendship."</p>
<p>Adolfo Urso, Italian Minister of Enterprises and Made in Italy, expressed concern over escalating trade tensions with the United States, noting that Italy, with its export-driven economy, is "obviously worried." Speaking to the media in Paris on Thursday, he stressed the need to avoid a trade war, emphasizing that the West should remain united rather than divided.</p>
<p>However, Italian industrial leaders have called for a stronger response, blaming Trump's policy for hindering Europe's economic development. Emanuele Orsini, president of the Italian industry association Confindustria, warned that Trump's tariffs disrupt trade dynamics and threaten European businesses and jobs.</p>
<p>"The real goal of the U.S. is the deindustrialization of our continent," he said in a statement. "Europe must change the gear: time is up. The measures announced today in Brussels are insufficient," he added, calling it a "dark hour" for Europe.</p>

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title: Key indicators show China&amp;#039;s economic recovery gaining momentum
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-03-01/Key-indicators-show-China-s-economic-recovery-gaining-momentum-1BooCoN7TIA/img/fbc01da157244f2f83563d1e3d22c211/fbc01da157244f2f83563d1e3d22c211-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>China's economic recovery gathered momentum in February, with the purchasing managers' index (PMI) for both the manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors revealing strong performances, experts said on Saturday.</p>
<p>The PMI for China's manufacturing sector came in at 50.2 in February, up 1.1 percentage points from the previous month and bouncing back to the expansion zone, official data showed.</p>
<p>A reading above 50 indicates expansion, while a reading below 50 reflects contraction.</p>
<p>National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) statistician Zhao Qinghe said the PMI data in February was influenced by factors including enterprises resuming production after the Spring Festival holiday.</p>
<p>NBS data also revealed that the sub-indices of production and new orders came in at 52.5 and 51.1, respectively.</p>
<p>The February PMI for the equipment manufacturing sector and high-tech manufacturing sector stood at 50.8 and 50.9, respectively, according to the NBS.</p>
<p>The PMI for China's non-manufacturing sector came in at 50.4 in February, up 0.2 percentage points from the previous month and remaining in expansion territory, official data showed.</p>
<p>Business activity indices in sectors such as air transport, postal services, telecommunications, radio, television, satellite transmission services, monetary and financial services, and capital market services remained above 55 in February, indicating robust growth in overall business volume, Zhao said.</p>
<p>However, the statistician also pointed out that business activity indices in sectors related to consumer spending, such as retail, accommodation and catering, significantly declined in February, influenced by factors including intensive purchasing ahead of the Spring Festival holiday and waning holiday effects during the post-festival period.</p>
<p>In February, the construction sub-index came in at 52.7, an increase of 3.4 percentage points from the previous month, according to NBS data.</p>
<p>China's composite PMI stood at 51.1 in February, up 1 percentage point from the previous month, the NBS confirmed.</p>
<p>All three key indicators, namely the PMI for both the manufacturing sector and non-manufacturing sector, as well as the composite PMI, stood in expansion territory in February in China, reflecting that an overall recovery was gathering speed, Zhao explained.</p>
<p>"The recovery in February's manufacturing PMI is a structural one, backed by seasonal factors and a combination of policies, driven by both the supply and demand sides," said Wen Tao, an analyst at the China Logistics Information Center.</p>
<p>Notably, several sub-indices reached new recent highs last month, indicating high-quality economic recovery, the analyst added.</p>

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title: China&amp;#039;s top political advisory body opens standing committee session
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<p>Wang Huning, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) National Committee, attends the 10th session of the standing committee of the CPPCC National Committee in Beijing, China, March 1, 2025. /Xinhua</p>
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<p>The Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) National Committee, or China's top political advisory body, opened the 10th session of its standing committee on Saturday in Beijing to prepare for the upcoming annual session of the CPPCC National Committee.</p>
<p>Wang Huning, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the CPPCC National Committee, attended Saturday's opening meeting.</p>
<p>A decision on convening the third session of the 14th CPPCC National Committee, set to start on March 4 in Beijing, was reviewed and adopted at the standing committee session.</p>
<p>The session heard explanations on the drafting of a work report of the Standing Committee of the CPPCC National Committee and a report on how the proposals from political advisors have been handled since the second session of the 14th CPPCC National Committee, as well as other reports.</p>
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<p>The National People's Congress (NPC), China's national legislature, will hold a press conference on Tuesday at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, one day before the opening of its annual session.</p>
<p>A spokesperson for the third session of the 14th NPC will answer media questions regarding the session's agenda and the work of the people's congresses, according to the session's press center.</p>
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title: U.S.-Europe divide on Ukraine crisis further widens transatlantic rift
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<p>The ongoing Ukraine crisis has highlighted significant diplomatic rifts between the United States and Europe, a division that has deepened since the return of Donald Trump to the White House. Under his administration, U.S.-Europe relations have been marked by conflicting approaches to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, revealing stark strategic differences and raising new challenges for European governments in the Trump era.</p>
<p>On Saturday, following a contentious exchange with Trump in Washington, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in London to a warm reception from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Starmer reaffirmed the UK's strong support for Ukraine, signing a 2.26 billion pound ($2.84 billion) loan agreement to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities.</p>
<p>In sharp contrast to Trump, Starmer said Ukraine has "full backing across the United Kingdom." He stressed Britain's "unwavering determination" to achieve lasting peace. Similar sentiments were echoed by French and German leaders, who reiterated their commitment to Ukraine's security. </p>
<p>However, the growing rift between the U.S. and its European allies became apparent when the Trump administration sidelined European countries, including Ukraine, in peace talks with Russia last month.</p>
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<p>U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy listen to Vice President JD Vance (R) as they meet in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., February 28, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p><strong>U.S. strategic shift sparks European concerns</strong></p>
<p>Zhao Huirong, a research fellow at the Institute of Russian, Eastern European and Central Asian Studies of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, told CGTN that Trump's leadership style prioritizes short-term gains, adding that in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Trump's goal is to "freeze" the situation as quickly as possible, extract economic benefits and minimize U.S. commitments to its allies.</p>
<p>"For Trump, the most immediate and tangible benefit is to swiftly halt the conflict while securing access to Ukraine's vast mineral resources, particularly rare earth elements," Zhao said. She added, "Trump believes the U.S. has the leverage to pressure both Ukraine and Europe into accepting his terms. His confidence in this approach was evident during his White House meeting with Zelenskyy."</p>
<p>During a meeting with Trump at the White House on Friday, Zelenskyy and the U.S. president clashed in a tense exchange, with a planned joint press conference being abruptly canceled and the much-anticipated U.S.-Ukraine mineral agreement unsigned.</p>
<p>The growing U.S. pressure on Europe extends beyond Ukraine. In addition to military aid, Trump has been imposing demands on European countries to shoulder a greater share of military expenses and threatening to impose more trade tariffs, further straining transatlantic relations. </p>
<p>Zhao noted that such actions are eroding trust between the U.S. and Europe and destabilized NATO, calling into question the future of the Western alliance.</p>
<p><strong>Europe's pursuit of strategic independence</strong></p>
<p>European leaders are increasingly calling for greater strategic autonomy in response to U.S. isolationist tendencies.</p>
<p>In a recent <a href="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-21/CGTN-poll-reveals-broad-criticism-of-Trump-s-first-month-in-office-1Bb8BVXKyqc/p.html">CGTN survey</a> conducted in collaboration with Renmin University of China and the Institute of International Communication, 57 percent of respondents from G7 countries expressed skepticism about their future relations with the U.S., with the highest levels of concern from Germany and Canada, followed by Japan, the UK and France.</p>
<p>Germany's chancellor-in-waiting, Friedrich Merz, has warned that Europe must strengthen its defenses and even consider alternatives to NATO if the U.S. continues to neglect European security.</p>
<p>"My absolute priority will be to strengthen Europe as quickly as possible so that, step by step, we can really achieve independence from the USA," Merz said.</p>
<p>Similarly, French President Emmanuel Macron has publicly stated that Europe cannot afford to remain a "vassal" of the U.S., urging the continent to chart its own course in international diplomacy.</p>
<p>His remarks came after he visited Washington, where he sought to convince Trump to commit to security guarantees for Ukraine, but failed to receive any clear commitments.</p>
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<p>UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer (L) greets Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Downing Street, London, March 1, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p><strong>Ukraine's dilemma: Seeking U.S. security guarantees</strong></p>
<p>Since negotiations on the mineral agreement began, Zelenskyy has repeatedly emphasized that signing a deal with the U.S. must come with security guarantees. However, Trump dismissed this idea during a recent cabinet meeting and said, "We're going to have Europe do that."</p>
<p>"For Ukraine, the ultimate security guarantee is NATO membership," said Zhao, but the U.S. and Western allies have shown reluctance, fearing direct confrontation with Russia. Trump, in particular, has refused to offer such commitments, instead pushing Europe to take more responsibility for Ukraine's defense.</p>
<p>Given Trump's strategy of maximum pressure, Zhao explained, Ukraine has been forced to lower its expectations. Instead of NATO membership, Kyiv is now seeking security assurances in the form of military aid. This could include training for military personnel, supplies of weapons and ammunition, and even the production of arms within Ukraine.</p>
<p><strong>How far away is a ceasefire?</strong></p>
<p>According to the Kiel Institute, between January 2022 and December 2024, Europe committed $138.7 billion in aid to Ukraine, compared to $119.7 billion from the U.S. </p>
<p>"Over the past three years, the U.S. has played a pivotal role in providing military aid to Ukraine. If the U.S. were to halt its support in the future, Europe, in its current state, would likely struggle to bridge the gap left by America's withdrawal," Zhao said.</p>
<p>She predicted that, given the continued U.S. pressure and efforts to push for a ceasefire, there is a possibility that Russia and Ukraine could reach a truce within the next six months to a year.</p>
<p>However, she stated that such a ceasefire is unlikely to lead to a permanent peace agreement as territorial disputes between Russia and Ukraine will remain unresolved, with both sides likely presenting their own interpretations of the territorial status quo.</p>
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title: China secures grain, energy to meet 14th Five-Year Plan targets
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<p>China's food and energy security has remained robust in the past years, steadily progressing towards the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025) targets.</p>
<p>The Plan identifies grain production capacity and energy as two important indicators of the country's economic and social development.</p>
<p>It highlights the need to maintain overall grain output above 650 million tons and bringing the annual domestic energy production capacity to over 4.6 billion tons of standard coal by 2025.</p>
<p>China has seen grain output stay above 650 million tons for nine consecutive years. Despite challenges posed by severe natural disasters, the country achieved a historic grain production milestone in 2024, with grain output surpassing 700 million tons for the first time.</p>
<p>By the end of 2024, China had developed over 1 billion mu (about 66.7 million hectares) of high-standard farmland and built irrigation networks spanning over 10 million kilometers.</p>
<p>China solidified its position as the world's largest energy producer. In 2023, its total primary energy output was 4.83 billion tons of standard coal, a 202.6-fold increase from 1949, with an average annual growth rate of 7.4 percent.</p>
<p>The 14th Five-Year Plan further calls for accelerating the energy revolution, build a clean, low-carbon, safe, and efficient energy system, and improve energy supply assurance capabilities.</p>
<p>China's energy production has undergone a significant transformation over the past years, shifting from reliance on traditional power sources to new energy. By the end of 2023, the renewable energy power generation capacity in China surpassed half of the total installed capacity for the first time in history.</p>
<p>According to data from the National Energy Administration released in January, renewable energy dominated China's newly installed power capacity in 2024, comprising 86 percent of the total, while the cumulative installed capacity of renewable energy made up a record high of 56 percent of the nation's total.</p>
<p>Also, China's first-ever energy law, aiming to promote high-quality energy development, ensuring national energy security, accelerating green transition, and supporting the country's efforts to achieve carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals, takes effect on January 1, 2025.</p>
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<p><strong>'Not relaxed'</strong></p>
<p>The recently released <a href="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-24/Consolidating-agricultural-foundation-to-advance-rural-revitalization-1BfoZTK3jr2/p.html">"No. 1 central document"</a> underscores safeguarding food security and the stable supply of key agricultural products as a top national security priority.</p>
<p>The Document stressed that China will focus on increasing per-unit yields of grain by expanding projects aimed at improving these yields and intensifying the promotion of high-yield and efficient production models.</p>
<p>"The 'No. 1 central document' made it clear that efforts related to grain production can only be strengthened, not relaxed," said Han Wenxiu, an executive deputy director at the Office of the Central Committee for Financial and Economic Affairs, at a State Council Information Office press conference.</p>
<p>"In recent years, extreme weather conditions and other natural disasters have occurred more frequently and severely, causing uncertainties to rise. We must focus on achieving a good harvest and resisting disasters, anticipate difficulties in advance, and set a higher safety margin," Han added.</p>
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title: Peaceful coexistence of China, U.S. an obligation and a must: Xie Feng
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-03-02/Peaceful-coexistence-of-China-U-S-an-obligation-and-a-must-Xie-Feng-1BpPABTiUmc/img/57eb1d055c8c4f0aa743fe8eefdd00f1/57eb1d055c8c4f0aa743fe8eefdd00f1-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng on Friday stated that as two major global powers, China and the U.S. have an obligation to achieve long-term peaceful coexistence on this planet.  </p>
<p>Xie made the remarks while delivering a speech via video at the 2025 Duke-UNC China Leadership Summit.</p>
<p>Xie called on the U.S. to adopt a correct perception of China, saying "If we see each other as a rival and engage in a race to the bottom, neither of us would be a winner, and the world would suffer. If we choose to be each other's partner and help one another succeed, we can prosper together, with the whole world benefiting from it."</p>
<p>He stressed that the pressing priority is for the U.S. to earnestly abide by the one-China principle, properly handle the Taiwan question in accordance with the three China-U.S. Joint Communiqués, resolutely oppose "Taiwan independence", stop upgrading its substantive relations with Taiwan, and cease efforts in helping Taiwan expand its so-called "international space."  </p>
<p>Trying to "use Taiwan to contain China" would only invite trouble for oneself, Xie added.</p>
<p>The Chinese ambassador pointed out that bilateral trade between China and the U.S. last year exceeded $680 billion, with around 73,000 American companies investing in China. He cautioned that any attempt to decouple and disrupt supply chains would cause a heavy blow, and any trade war or tariff war would inflict greater harm on those who initiate it.</p>
<p>Xie reiterated that as early as in 2019, China became the first country in the world to officially schedule fentanyl-related substances as a controlled category. "The progress in China-U.S. counternarcotics cooperation in recent years has also been widely recognized. Wielding the baton of tariffs on the pretext of the fentanyl issue would only be counterproductive."</p>
<p>Noting the emerging global challenges and the flaring up of hotspot issues, Xie urged both countries to live up to their responsibility as major powers by upholding peace, development and cooperation, while rejecting hegemonism, unilateralism and protectionism.</p>

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<p>China's organic farmland area has shown steady growth, positioning the country as the fourth-largest organic farming nation globally.</p>
<p>As consumer demand for food safety, variety, and quality continues to rise, organic agricultural products are gaining increasing popularity.</p>
<p>Labels such as pollution-free, green, and organic have become popular for vegetable sales, and many entrepreneurs use organic agriculture as an entry point to start a business.</p>
<p>However, for Wang Jing, running an organic farm goes beyond business. Through supporting local farmers, her farm promotes the development of the local rural economy while enriching the cultural life of local communities.</p>
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title: Chinese developer completes delivery of Liqing-2 rocket engine
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<p>The delivery of China's liquid oxygen kerosene engine, the Liqing-2, has been completed, its developer, CAS Space, said on Thursday.</p>
<p>According to the company, the delivered piece of equipment is a 110-tonne pin engine. Pin injection was used in the gas generator and thrust chamber of the Liqing-2, the first-stage engine of the company's Lijian series rockets.</p>
<p>The engine thrust ratio ranges from 50 to 100 percent, CAS Space said, adding that the ground thrust can reach 110 tonnes.</p>
<p>The Liqing-2 engine development project was approved in the second quarter of 2023, and its production started in the first quarter of 2024.</p>
<p>At the beginning of 2025, the engine completed the whole machine liquid flow test, assembly and delivery review.</p>
<p>As the main rockets used in China's commercial space industry, the Lijian-1 series has now launched a total of 57 satellites in the course of five flight missions.</p>
<p>CAS Space is a commercial spaceflight company established by the Institute of Mechanics under the Chinese Academy of Sciences.</p>
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<p>Source(s): Xinhua News Agency</p>

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title: China achieves green scientific research in the polar energy field
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-07/China-achieves-green-scientific-research-in-the-polar-energy-field-1ANW7o5xfoI/img/b9835592c93c4e42a632936b0198af5e/b9835592c93c4e42a632936b0198af5e-750.jpeg" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>The first large-scale new energy system built in China's Qinling Station is about to be delivered for operation and power generation, signifying that China has achieved green scientific research in the polar energy field, according to the Polar Research Institute of China (PRIC).</p>
<p>The Qinling Station is China's fifth research station in Antarctica. It is also the third Chinese research base in Antarctica capable of operating all year, hosting up to 80 personnel in the summertime and 30 during wintertime.</p>
<p>So far, the installation of hardware for wind power generation, photovoltaic power generation, energy storage batteries, hydrogen production, hydrogen storage, hydrogen energy power generation, etc., at the Qinling Station has been completed, and the installed hardware has entered the section-by-section debugging stage. In the clean energy system currently designed, photovoltaic and wind power account for 60 percent of the total energy capacity of the entire Qinling station.</p>
<p>"One of the major highlights in the Qinling Station project is its large-scale clean energy system, the first of its kind globally to be implemented in the extreme environment of Antarctica. The entire system is expected to be operational in February, marking a milestone in the efforts to achieve breakthroughs in key technologies for developing energy equipment and systems," said Sun Hongbin, chief scientist for polar clean energy of the PRIC.</p>
<p>Sun said that to ensure the system's normal operation in an extreme environment in Antarctica, a laboratory was built at a university in Taiyuan City, north China's Shanxi Province, to simulate Antarctic natural conditions.</p>
<p>"Such simulations like strong winds, polar sunlight and the phenomena of polar day and night need to be conducted in our extreme laboratory. The purpose of establishing this laboratory is to solve the difficulties in research, testing and operational maintenance," Sun said.</p>
<p>Once completed, the clean energy system will be capable of generating power for the Qinling Station for about 2.5 hours in the absence of wind and sunlight, ensuring short-term green operation of the station's scientific research equipment and living facilities.</p>

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title: Chinese scientist Wang Yongjun wins Feinberg Award for stroke research
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-08/Chinese-scientist-Wang-Yongjun-wins-Feinberg-Award-for-stroke-research-1AOJLtjR5MA/img/b81fd700f8e945b094180d42a4e39bd5/b81fd700f8e945b094180d42a4e39bd5-1280.jpeg" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Chinese clinical scientist Wang Yongjun received the William M. Feinberg Award for Excellence in Clinical Stroke at the 2025 International Stroke Conference (ISC) in Los Angeles on Wednesday, in recognition of his significant contributions to the investigation and management of stroke clinical research.</p>
<p>The Feinberg Award, founded by the American Stroke Association, is considered the highest award in stroke clinical medicine. This is the first time an Asian scientist has won the award in its 34-year history.</p>
<p>Wang is the president of Beijing Tiantan Hospital and the Chinese Stroke Association. Over the past 30 years, his team has produced 12 key pieces of evidence that have changed clinical guidelines and practices in stroke treatment.</p>
<p>"It is very fortunate that our team has been a major force in providing evidence of intravenous thrombolytic therapy for ischemic stroke," Wang said.</p>
<p>"Several clinical trials are still ongoing, including thrombolysis with Tenecteplase for minor ischemic strokes, basilar artery occlusion, and thrombolysis for ischemic stroke at very late time windows," he said.</p>
<p>His team expanded the intravenous thrombolysis time window from 4.5 hours to 24 hours using imaging and artificial intelligence technologies. This means 90 percent of acute ischemic stroke patients have the opportunity to receive thrombolytic therapy, reducing the patient disability rate by 8.8 percent without increasing the risk of intracranial hemorrhage.</p>
<p>They also developed a treatment combining aspirin and clopidogrel, reducing stroke recurrence rates globally from 11 percent to 6 percent. The team has reduced the recurrence of strokes for nearly one million stroke patients in China.</p>
<p>Wang highlighted the importance of teamwork, noting that over 2,400 hospitals in China are part of their clinical research network.</p>
<p>China faces a heavy burden of stroke, and its scientific teams have long conducted groundbreaking research to tackle global challenges in stroke prevention and treatment.</p>
<p>In the past 10 years, medical scientists from Beijing Tiantan Hospital have completed over 50 national clinical studies, 14 of which provided Chinese solutions for international stroke prevention and treatment.</p>
<p>The Feinberg Award is named after the late William M. Feinberg, a prominent stroke clinician and researcher who contributed to a more comprehensive understanding of the causes of stroke.</p>
<p>The three-day ISC, attended by about 4,000 professionals, covers the latest advances in stroke prevention, treatment and rehabilitation worldwide.</p>

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title: China prioritizes AI, low-altitude transport standards for 2025
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-08/China-prioritizes-AI-low-altitude-transport-standards-for-2025-1APkrPf85fW/img/6e91d34a611f4dcc8c6b8ad06fa6a752/6e91d34a611f4dcc8c6b8ad06fa6a752-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>China's Ministry of Transport (MOT) has identified the development of standards for low-altitude transport and artificial intelligence (AI) as key priorities for 2025, emphasizing the need to accelerate road-air collaboration and intelligent transport systems.  </p>
<p>This directive was issued during a meeting on Friday, where a task assignment plan to enhance transport industry standards between 2024 and 2027 was approved, according to an MOT statement.</p>
<p>The ministry highlighted the importance of promoting intelligent transport as part of the national pilot program for service standardization, aiming to make the country's transport industry smarter and more digitalized. This move aligns with China's broader strategy to develop low-altitude economy as a new growth engine.</p>
<p>The low-altitude economy refers to the economic activities and industries that take place in the airspace below 1,000 meters above ground level, primarily involving the use of manned and unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) for services like delivery, surveying, inspection and transportation.</p>
<p>In recent years, China has actively advanced low-altitude transport and logistics, with drones playing a pivotal role in short-haul, cross-region, and urban deliveries. Data from the MOT shows that approximately 2.7 million parcels were delivered by drones across the country in 2024.</p>
<p>The low-altitude logistics market has seen rapid growth, expanding from 27.18 billion yuan (about $3.8 billion) in 2020 to 58.18 billion yuan in 2023, according to a report by the Linksum Institute of Digital Industry. Projections by the Civil Aviation Administration of China indicate that the market size could reach 150 billion yuan by 2025.</p>
<p>The development is part of a series of strategic deployments by the Chinese government to boost the low-altitude economy. </p>
<p>In December 2023, the Central Economic Work Conference designated low-altitude economy as a strategic emerging industry. In March 2024, it was included in the State Council's government work report for the first time, marking its official recognition as a new engine for national economic growth. Further, during the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China in July 2024, the development of general aviation and low-altitude economy was explicitly emphasized, solidifying its position in the national strategy. </p>
<p>To coordinate and accelerate these efforts, China established the Low-Altitude Economy Development Department in December last year, signaling a comprehensive push toward the sector's advancement.</p>
<p>Infrastructure development has also kept pace. By the end of 2023, China had built 449 general aviation airports and 32 flight service stations, with cutting-edge technologies such as 5G-A and AI being widely applied in low-altitude economy infrastructure. </p>
<p>According to the Civil Aviation Administration of China, the market size of China's low-altitude economy is expected to reach 1.5 trillion yuan by 2025 and could surpass 3.5 trillion yuan by 2035.</p>

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title: China&amp;#039;s icebreaker Jidi starts oceanic survey
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<p>The Chinese-built new-generation icebreaking research vessel Jidi has started to execute its first sea ice research mission in the Liaodong Bay sea area in the Bohai Sea off the northern coast of China, aiming to study sea ice development, improve marine weather forecasting, and launch a series of scientific exploration and research in various fields.</p>
<p>Constructed and launched in 2024, Jidi, which literally means "Polar Region", is approximately 90 meters long and 17.8 meters wide, with a displacement tonnage of 4,600 tonnes, and a navigation capability of 14,000 nautical miles.</p>
<p>The icebreaking research vessel's current mission in the Liaodong Bay is the first of its kind in the Bohai Sea featuring comprehensive winter marine scientific research involving multiple research institutes and universities across China, covering multi-element centralized observation, timed navigation observation and multiple professional research orientations such as sea ice observation and remote sensing technology research.</p>
<p>"The research team consists of 20 members from 12 academic institutions in China, and our survey focuses include hydrology, meteorology, biology, chemistry, ice surface spectroscopy, atmospheric chemistry, and other factors such as the spotted seal," said Li Ke, director of the Sea Ice and Climate Forecast Division at the Ministry of Natural Resources' North Sea Forecast and Disaster Relief Center, who is also part of the research team.</p>
<p>The Liaodong Bay comprehensive research spans a wide range of fields from aerospace to seabed studies, and the results are expected to provide reference to ice-season navigation, off-shore oil and gas platform operation against extreme weather, ecological research, among other applications.</p>
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title: Catalyst DeepSeek: The Chinese AI startup disrupting the industry
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-09/Catalyst-DeepSeek-The-Chinese-AI-startup-disrupting-the-industry-1AR0jcIkUnK/img/a4115f33abcc451684603397032039a7/a4115f33abcc451684603397032039a7-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p><em><strong>Editor's Note:</strong> Paris will host The AI Action Summit 2025 from February 10 to 11. Last month, Chinese AI company DeepSeek sent shockwaves through the global market, undoubtedly making China's voice and solutions the focal point of the summit. Starting today, we will publish Catalyst DeepSeek, a three-part commentary article by CGTN technology reporter and commentator Yang Zhao. In this chapter, we will review the ripple effects triggered by DeepSeek and explore the technological philosophy of its founder.</em></p>
<p>Whether you follow tech news or not, you've probably heard of DeepSeek. This Chinese startup, barely two years old, has made a stunning breakthrough in the AI industry with its latest model, DeepSeek R1. Despite having only a fraction of the training costs of its Western counterparts, R1's reasoning capabilities rival OpenAI's o1. But what truly sets DeepSeek apart is its commitment to open-source – allowing anyone to freely use, download, and even deploy their own AI models locally. This move has sent shockwaves across the tech world, rattling capital markets and even shaking NVIDIA's stock price.</p>
<p>It's hard to imagine that DeepSeek's rise to global attention happened during China's Spring Festival, a time traditionally reserved for family gatherings and lighthearted conversations. Yet, this cutting-edge tech development stole the spotlight from holiday topics, becoming the center of discussions across the country. Interestingly, a similar phenomenon occurred during last year's Chinese New Year when OpenAI's Sora became the most talked-about innovation. For two consecutive years, the biggest AI news has coincided with China's grandest festival.</p>
<p>DeepSeek did not emerge out of nowhere. Industry insiders had been closely watching the company for some time. Over the past few weeks, much of the buzz has centered around R1, a reasoning model similar to OpenAI's o1. However, many of DeepSeek's most astonishing breakthroughs – such as its incredibly low training costs – were already evident when it launched V3 late last year. In fact, many of the innovations behind V3 were first introduced with V2 back in early 2024. This is why DeepSeek has long been considered a rising star in the AI community.</p>
<p>Over the past weeks, global cloud service providers have been racing to integrate DeepSeek's models into their platforms, unwilling to miss out on the AI frenzy sparked by DeepSeek. Beyond proving China's growing competitiveness in AI, DeepSeek's success has also sparked deep reflection among Chinese tech giants:</p>
<p>Why did the most groundbreaking AI breakthrough come from a startup with no commercial pressure rather than from well-funded industry giants?</p>
<p>I found some answers in earlier interviews with DeepSeek's founder.</p>
<p>At the helm of DeepSeek is Liang Wenfeng, whose previous venture was High-Flyer, one of China's top quantitative hedge funds. High-Flyer relies entirely on AI-driven investment strategies, without human traders. This background gives Liang and his team an innate understanding of AI.</p>
<p>Unlike many startups that rush into commercialization, DeepSeek chose open-source from the very beginning. This decision wasn't just about financial independence – it was a strategic move, in the founder's view, to attract top-tier global talent. </p>
<p>As Liang once said, <em>"In the face of disruptive technologies, a closed model's competitive moat is only temporary. The real moat lies in a team's growth, technical accumulation, and a culture of continuous innovation."</em></p>
<p>He went on to elaborate that <em>"For technical talent, having others build upon your innovations is immensely fulfilling. Open-source is more of a cultural philosophy than a business strategy – it earns respect. There is also a cultural attraction for a company to do this."</em></p>
<p>In today's fiercely competitive AI landscape, this vision is particularly striking. While industry leaders like OpenAI have pivoted from open to closed models, DeepSeek is doubling down on openness. Liang believes that "building a strong technical ecosystem first is more important" than immediate commercialization. For him, open-source is not just a technological choice – it seems to be a philosophical one.</p>
<p><em>Preview: In the following article, we will explain in simple terms how DeepSeek has reduced training costs through technological innovation and impacted the global market.</em></p>
<p><strong>About the author:</strong></p>
<p>Yang Zhao is in charge of CGTN's science, technology, and environmental coverage. He is also the founder of CGTN's Tech It Out studio, known for producing award-winning scientific documentaries, including <em>Human Carbon Footprint</em>, <em>Architectural Intelligence</em>, and <em>Land of Diversity</em>.</p>

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title: Catalyst DeepSeek: The innovation behind its cost efficiency
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-09/Catalyst-DeepSeek-The-innovation-behind-its-cost-efficiency-1ARbDoshtq8/img/62ac63851776476daa28c504c664643b/62ac63851776476daa28c504c664643b-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p><em><strong>Editor's Note:</strong> The AI Action Summit 2025 is being held in Paris from February 10 to 11. Last month, Chinese AI company DeepSeek sent shockwaves through the global market, undoubtedly making China's voice and solutions the focal point of the summit. We continue to feature a series of commentary articles by CGTN technology reporter and commentator Yang Zhao on China's AI company DeepSeek. In this chapter, we will break down, in the simplest terms, how DeepSeek is leveraging innovative thinking to overcome U.S. chip restrictions.</em></p>
<p>Let me start with my conclusion: DeepSeek's key to success is maximizing efficiency under constraints.</p>
<p>Due to U.S. chip export restrictions, Chinese companies cannot access cutting-edge AI chips like NVIDIA's H100, which are superior in bandwidth and communication speed. This forced DeepSeek to innovate under hardware limitations, pushing efficiency to the extreme by minimizing computational waste and maximizing every GPU cycle.</p>
<p>Here are some examples on how DeepSeek optimized its performance:</p>
<p><strong>MoE (Mixture of Experts)</strong>: Traditional models like GPT-3.5 activate the entire model for every task. DeepSeek's MoE approach divides the model into multiple specialized "experts" and only activates the necessary ones, significantly improving efficiency. This means that instead of using all of the model's resources for every task, only the parts that are most relevant are used, which reduces computational overhead.</p>
<p><strong>DeepSeekMLA (Multi-head Latent Attention)</strong>: This technique compresses memory usage by focusing on key contextual information rather than storing everything – akin to remembering the essence of a book rather than every word. Latent attention helps prioritize the most important data, allowing DeepSeek's model to store and process fewer, more relevant pieces of information while maintaining high performance. By selecting only the critical data, DeepSeek reduces the strain on memory and speeds up processing.</p>
<p><strong>Precision Optimization</strong>: Instead of using high-precision formats like BF16 or FP32, DeepSeek stores parameters in FP8, reducing memory requirements without significant loss of accuracy. Imagine replacing high-resolution images with well-detailed sketches – less data, same impact.</p>
<p>In DeepSeek's technical report on its V3 model, they mention that their training utilized NVIDIA's H800 GPUs. The emergence of this product is tied to the U.S. government's chip export restrictions imposed on China. The H100, one of the most powerful GPUs for AI training, was unavailable to Chinese companies due to these restrictions, which led NVIDIA to create the H800 as a "scaled-down" version to comply with export controls.</p>
<p>So, what exactly does "scaled-down" mean? The primary difference lies in the cross-GPU communication bandwidth – when AI tasks need to be distributed across multiple GPUs, they require fast data exchange, similar to a group of workers collaborating on a task. If the bandwidth is restricted, this communication slows down, impacting the overall computation efficiency. The NVLink bandwidth in the H800 is significantly reduced, much like workers going from face-to-face communication to using walkie-talkies, resulting in less efficient collaboration.</p>
<p>DeepSeek's approach is skipping the "commander" and doing it themselves. NVIDIA already provides a high-level management system for GPU computing – CUDA (Compute Unified Device Architecture). Think of CUDA as a factory manager who can automatically assign tasks to workers (GPU cores) without the user needing to worry about low-level details. However, in the case of the H800's limitations, DeepSeek found that the default scheduling method provided by CUDA wasn't sufficient for their extreme optimization needs.</p>
<p>To overcome this hardware bottleneck, DeepSeek's engineers decided to bypass CUDA and directly control the GPU with lower-level instructions. They used a programming method called PTX (Parallel Thread Execution), which is much more granular than CUDA. If CUDA is a high-level "manager" in a factory, PTX is the act of directly instructing each worker (GPU core) individually. While this approach increases development complexity, it allows DeepSeek to fine-tune task distribution, improving the H800's performance and compensating for the bandwidth limitation.</p>
<p>DeepSeek demonstrated that even with the H800's limitations, extreme optimization could still maintain high efficiency in AI training. This means that the impact of NVIDIA's restricted version of GPUs might not be as significant as initially anticipated. The market began to reassess the viability of AI development in China and whether there would be a future reliance on NVIDIA's high-end chips. This series of events could be one of the factors contributing to the drop in NVIDIA's stock price.</p>
<p>Of course, there are many reasons for NVIDIA's stock price drop. Aside from DeepSeek's breakthroughs, the market is also concerned that more AI companies might explore alternatives to NVIDIA's ecosystem, such as products from AMD, Intel and domestic chipmakers. DeepSeek's success isn't just a technical breakthrough – it could also be signaling a shift in the AI industry's landscape.</p>
<p><em>Preview: In the next article, we will explore how China is building global tech competitors</em> – <em>from policy to innovation</em> – <em>along with the future of artificial intelligence. </em></p>
<p><strong>About the author:</strong></p>
<p>Yang Zhao is in charge of CGTN's science, technology, and environmental coverage. He also founded CGTN's Tech It Out studio, which produces award-winning scientific documentaries, including <em>Human Carbon Footprint</em>, <em>Architectural Intelligence</em>, and <em>Land of Diversity</em>.</p>

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title: Catalyst DeepSeek: How China is building global tech competitors
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-09/Catalyst-DeepSeek-How-China-is-building-global-tech-competitors-1ARec7CkiR2/img/8efc8bca9a9245a3ba705284dc52b1b0/8efc8bca9a9245a3ba705284dc52b1b0-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p><em><strong>Editor's Note:</strong> The AI Action Summit 2025 is being held in Paris from February 10 to 11. Last month, Chinese AI company DeepSeek sent shockwaves through the global market, firmly positioning China's voice and solutions as the focal point of the summit's discussions. We continue to feature a series of commentary articles by CGTN technology reporter and commentator Yang Zhao on China's AI company DeepSeek. The final piece of the series broadens our perspective and shifts focus to China's technological reform system and the future of AI. </em></p>
<p>DeepSeek's rise has not only reshaped perceptions of China's AI capabilities but also sent a wake-up call to tech giants. Traditionally, China has played catch-up in AI applications, but DeepSeek's success proves that China can now compete at the foundational technology level.</p>
<p>It's hard to pinpoint exactly how a policy slowly influences the development of a specific technological breakthrough. The chain of causality is complex, but one thing is certain: policies play a pivotal role in creating an environment that nurtures innovation. While greatness cannot be directly planned, a well-designed institutional framework and the freedom to experiment can pave the way for it.</p>
<p>In late 2017, Chinese President Xi Jinping noted that the country's economy was transitioning from a phase of rapid growth to one of high-quality development. Over the past few years, we have consistently seen both central and local governments making technological innovation a top priority. For example, the restructuring of China's Ministry of Science and Technology is an effort to make the country's sci-tech administration more efficient in supporting basic research and leveraging innovation to drive economic growth. Additionally, China has established a Central Science and Technology Commission to strengthen the Party Central Committee's centralized and unified leadership over science and technology-related work. This shift signifies that scientific and technological breakthroughs are now a national priority rather than just a ministry-level concern.</p>
<p>At the same time, China is placing greater emphasis on integrating fundamental innovation with the market. The rise of DeepSeek, for instance, is no coincidence. Hangzhou, the city where DeepSeek was born, has become a birthplace for other exceptional companies, like Unitree (robotics) and Game Science (Yes, the one behind "Black Myth: Wukong"), all of which owe their success to policies that foster innovation and market-driven growth. DeepSeek's emergence is not an isolated case, but rather part of a broader trend in the city and beyond. More and more cities across China are following this path, creating an increasingly dynamic and innovation-friendly environment.</p>
<p>DeepSeek's success doesn't mean China has surpassed the U.S. in AI, but it sends a clear signal: China can achieve breakthroughs in core technologies. More importantly, it is pushing AI toward a more open and equitable future.</p>
<p>U.S. restrictions on semiconductors, TikTok, and trade have not stalled China's tech rise. If anything, DeepSeek proves that external pressure fuels innovation. Ironically, NVIDIA's market value decline is partially a consequence of America's own chip export policies.</p>
<p>From a global perspective, DeepSeek's open-source approach is a game-changer. It democratizes AI access, accelerating innovation by breaking the monopoly of a few tech giants.</p>
<p>In the coming years, AI competition won't just be about technological advancements – it will be a battle of ideologies. DeepSeek has made its stance clear: Openness is the future of AI. Those who embrace it will lead the next era.</p>
<p>And that may be DeepSeek's greatest lesson to the world.</p>
<p><strong>Read more: </strong></p>
<p><a href="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-09/Catalyst-DeepSeek-The-Chinese-AI-startup-disrupting-the-industry-1AR0jcIkUnK/p.html">Catalyst DeepSeek: The Chinese AI startup disrupting the industry</a></p>
<p><a href="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-09/Catalyst-DeepSeek-The-innovation-behind-its-cost-efficiency-1ARbDoshtq8/p.html">Catalyst DeepSeek: The innovation behind its cost efficiency</a></p>
<p><strong>About the author:</strong></p>
<p>Yang Zhao is in charge of CGTN's science, technology, and environmental coverage. He also founded CGTN's Tech It Out studio, which produces award-winning scientific documentaries, including <em>Human Carbon Footprint</em>, <em>Architectural Intelligence</em>, and <em>Land of Diversity</em>.</p>

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<p>French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Sunday night that France is set to receive a total investment of 109 billion euros (approximately $112 billion) in artificial intelligence over the coming years.</p>
<p>Speaking in a televised interview on public broadcaster France 2, Macron described the investment as "the equivalent for France of what the United States announced with 'Stargate'."</p>
<p>He noted that the funding will come from the United Arab Emirates, major American and Canadian investment funds, as well as French companies.</p>
<p>Addressing concerns over China's DeepSeek, Macron said that France has no plans to ban it at the moment. "I do not think it's appropriate to ban a technology because of its country of origin," Macron said, adding that France does not share the U.S. approach of restricting technologies based on nationality while accepting others.</p>
<p>Amid rapid global advancements in AI, France is hosting the AI Action Summit in Paris on February 10 and 11. The summit will focus on five major themes: public interest AI, the future of work, innovation and culture, trust in AI and global AI governance.</p>
<p>According to the organizers, this international summit will bring together representatives from nearly 100 countries and over 1,000 private sector and civil society stakeholders. Attendees have been invited based on their commitment to AI development and their willingness to contribute to the global debate on the technology's future.</p>
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<p>Source(s): Xinhua News Agency</p>

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title: China develops gene-editing method to reduce corn plant height
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<p>Chinese scientists have developed a gene-editing technique to reduce corn plant height, enabling the creation of compact, high-density varieties resistant to lodging, according to a study published in the Plant Biotechnology Journal.</p>
<p>Corn, the world's most-produced cereal crop, is crucial to global food security. While increasing planting density is a key strategy for boosting yields, progress in developing shorter, sturdier plants has been limited by a lack of genetic resources.</p>
<p>The research was conducted by the Biotechnology Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS), in collaboration with Anhui Agricultural University and South China Agricultural University. It focused on modifying the Br2 gene through targeted gene editing. Researchers designed a knockout vector for the Br2 gene and identified seven transgenic lines with distinct mutations in corn inbred varieties.</p>
<p>Hybridization experiments showed that all 28 hybrid offspring derived from crosses with elite inbred lines produced dwarf progeny. To accelerate breeding, the team developed a haploid inducer-mediated genome editing system, enabling the conversion of edited haploid plants into stable double-haploid lines within two generations. Three elite inbred lines treated with the system exhibited significant reductions in plant height.</p>
<p>"This method allows rapid and precise modification of plant height across different genetic backgrounds," said Wang Baobao, corresponding author of the study and a researcher at CAAS. "It provides critical technical support for breeding corn varieties optimized for dense planting and enhanced lodging resistance."</p>
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title: Paris AI summit draws world leaders and CEOs eager for technology wave
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<p>World leaders and technology executives are convening in Paris on Monday to discuss how to safely embrace artificial intelligence. </p>
<p>Top political leaders, including China's Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing and U.S. Vice President JD Vance, will attend the summit. Other notable attendees include Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.</p>
<p>"We're living a technology and scientific revolution we’ve rarely seen," French President Emmanuel Macron said Sunday on national television France 2. </p>
<p>The plenary session is set for February 11. </p>
<p>Reuters reports that Alphabet (Google) CEO Sundar Pichai and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are slated to give talks. According to Washington Times, Microsoft President Brad Smith, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, LinkedIn Co-founder Reid Hoffman and several representatives from OpenAI will also speak at the summit. </p>
<p>As Google Senior Vice President James Manyika noted at a press reception on Sunday, the opportunities from AI are now in "much greater focus."</p>
<p>Delegations are also expected to discuss how to manage AI's massive energy needs as global temperatures rise, along with the role of AI in the developing world.</p>
<p>(With input from agencies)</p>
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title: Demystifying AI jargon: Understanding the language of the future
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-11/Demystifying-AI-jargon-Understanding-the-language-of-the-future-1ASZvy6wFJm/img/b45a83ff5ac6463381bc271061ec6911/b45a83ff5ac6463381bc271061ec6911-1920.jpeg" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved from science fiction to everyday reality, but its terminology often feels like a secret code. Let's decode the key terms shaping this revolution, arranged as a journey from foundational concepts to cutting-edge implications.</p>
<p><strong>Artificial intelligence (AI): The big umbrella</strong></p>
<p>AI refers to machines designed to mimic human thinking, learning, reasoning, and problem-solving. Think of it as a brain-inspired toolkit for tasks like recognizing faces, translating languages, or recommending movies. AI isn't one technology but a spectrum, from simple automation like spam filters to systems that adapt and improve over time.</p>
<p><strong>Machine learning (ML): AI's apprentice</strong></p>
<p>If AI is the goal, machine learning is how we get there. ML algorithms learn patterns from data without explicit programming. For example, Netflix uses ML to predict what you'll watch next by analyzing your habits. The key idea is data in, insights out.</p>
<p><strong>Models: A data-trained problem solver</strong></p>
<p>An AI model is like a smart recipe that a computer follows to solve problems or make decisions. Just like a recipe tells you how to combine ingredients to make a dish, an AI model uses data and rules to learn patterns and make predictions or decisions.</p>
<p><strong>Reinforcement learning: An AI reward system</strong></p>
<p>Reinforcement learning is the process through which AI learns by interacting with an environment, like a video game. It gets "rewards" for good moves, like winning a chess match, and adjusts its strategy. This "reward system" powers self-driving cars, robots, and even AI that master games like chess and DotA.</p>
<p><strong>Natural language processing (NLP): A language trainer</strong></p>
<p>NLP allows machines to understand, interpret and generate human language. When you ask your virtual assistant for the weather or get an auto-complete suggestion in an email, that's NLP. Advanced NLP models like DeepSeek-V3 can write essays, debug computer code or mimic Shakespeare.</p>
<p><strong>Generative AI: The creative machine</strong></p>
<p>Generative AI (e.g., DALL-E, MidJourney) creates new content from scratch, such as images, music, or text. Unlike traditional AI, which analyzes data, generative AI synthesizes it. Think of it as a digital artist trained in millions of styles.</p>
<p><strong>Artificial general intelligence (AGI): The most human-like AI brain</strong></p>
<p>AGI is like a super-smart AI that can think and learn like a human. Unlike regular AI, which is great at specific tasks, AGI can handle any task, learn new things on its own, and adapt to different situations just like humans do. It's the kind of AI you see in sci-fi movies, where machines can reason, create and solve problems across all areas of life.</p>
<p><strong>Edge AI vs. Cloud AI: Where the thinking happens</strong></p>
<p>With Edge AI, processing happens locally on devices, like your cell phone's face unlocking system. They are usually faster and more private but limited by hardware.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, Cloud AI does all the heavy lifting via remote data centers. It is more powerful than Edge AI but requires the internet. It also comes with certain risks, as service providers may secretly use your private data for malicious purposes. Also, free services may later become paid.</p>
<p><strong>Explainability: The "why" behind AI decisions</strong></p>
<p>If an AI denies your loan application, you'd want to know why. Explainable AI (XAI) aims to make AI's decision-making transparent. It's like a doctor explaining a diagnosis. Its goal is to build trust and accountability.</p>
<p><strong>Bias and fairness: The ethical elephant in the room</strong></p>
<p>AI systems can inherit biases from their training data. For example, a hiring algorithm trained on historical data might favor male candidates. Bias mitigation ensures AI decisions are fair and inclusive, which is essential as AI scales.</p>
<p><strong>AI governance: Guardrails for the future</strong></p>
<p>As AI grows, so do concerns about privacy, job displacement and misuse. AI governance involves rules to ensure ethical use, like China's Global AI Governance Initiative, which focuses on ensuring AI caters to the welfare of all humanity. It is intended to be tech under human control and a tool all can access.</p>

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title: Tesla launches first Megapack factory outside U.S. in Shanghai
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<p>U.S. carmaker Tesla's new Megafactory in Shanghai, dedicated to manufacturing energy-storage batteries known as Megapacks, launched production on Tuesday, marking a significant expansion of the company's presence in China.</p>
<p>Hailed by Tesla as a "milestone," the new Megafactory is its second major plant in Shanghai and the first of its kind outside the United States, showcasing the company's deepening investment in China amid the global challenges of unilateralism and trade protectionism.</p>
<p>With an initial annual production capacity of 10,000 units – equivalent to roughly 40 gigawatt-hours of energy storage – this Megafactory is set to significantly contribute to Tesla's global energy storage goals. The company projects at least a 50 percent year-on-year increase in energy storage deployments in 2025.</p>
<p>Notably, mass production at the factory commenced just eight months after construction began, mirroring the rapid development of the Shanghai Gigafactory – Tesla's first plant in the country's eastern financial hub, which was built and operational within a year in 2019.</p>
<p>Tesla also operates a Megapack factory in California with the same annual capacity of 10,000 units.</p>
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<p>Source(s): Xinhua News Agency</p>

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title: Researchers increasingly embrace AI for scientific research
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-11/Researchers-increasingly-embrace-AI-for-scientific-research-1AUA2sJ07W8/img/63e6e122089640fdabac542cf8cbf310/63e6e122089640fdabac542cf8cbf310-750.jpeg" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Global publisher Wiley released a survey earlier this month, indicating that researchers are expected to widely accept the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in preparing papers, writing grant applications and conducting peer reviews within the next two years.</p>
<p>The survey gathered responses from 4,946 researchers across more than 70 countries, assessing how they currently use generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT and DeepSeek, and their perspectives on AI's potential applications.</p>
<p>Most respondents believe AI will become integral to scientific research and publishing. Over half of the surveyed researchers rated AI as superior to humans in more than 20 listed tasks, including reviewing vast amounts of literature, summarizing research findings, detecting writing errors, checking for plagiarism and organizing citations. Additionally, more than half anticipate AI will become mainstream in 34 out of 43 research-related tasks within two years.</p>
<p>Among the surveyed researchers, 27 percent are in the early stages of their careers. Of the initial group of respondents, 45 percent (1,043 individuals) reported already using AI in their research, with the most common applications being translation, proofreading and manuscript editing. Among these AI users, 81 percent have engaged with OpenAI's ChatGPT for personal or professional purposes, yet only one-third were familiar with other generative AI tools, such as Google's Gemini and Microsoft's Copilot.</p>
<p>The survey also revealed significant disparities across disciplines and regions, with computer scientists being the most likely to integrate AI into their work.</p>
<p>A report published in Nature on January 23 echoes the survey, indicating that the Chinese-built large language model DeepSeek-R1 is thrilling scientists as an affordable and open rival to "reasoning" models such as OpenAI's o1.</p>
<p>The report said that initial tests of DeepSeek-R1 showed that its performance on certain tasks in chemistry, mathematics and coding is on a par with that of OpenAI's o1.</p>
<p>The report suggested that the DeepSeek-R1-type models demonstrate capabilities beyond early language models in addressing scientific problems and hold potential for research applications.</p>

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title: Fu Ying: Cooperation only way to keep AI power under human control
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-12/Fu-Ying-Cooperation-only-way-to-keep-AI-power-under-human-control-1AVmLJSOqVq/img/7e6253f8ef654827830f4014bac75972/7e6253f8ef654827830f4014bac75972-1920.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Only when countries work together can the power of AI be reined in, and if countries confront AI on their own, AI has the potential to beat humankind, former Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Fu Ying said at the Paris AI Action Summit on Monday.</p>
<p>Taking a hard look at the reality, Fu said few see much promise for China-U.S. AI cooperation, as geopolitical tensions continue to cast a shadow over scientific collaboration.</p>
<p>The past years have witnessed the consistent effort by the United States to blockade China's technological progress which has poisoned the atmosphere for cooperation, she said.</p>
<p>"If we were to draw a diagram of world trends of the third decade of the 21st century, we would see an exponential curve of technological innovation rising steeply. At the same time, we would also observe the downward trajectory of China-U.S. relations. Disappointingly, the two lines inevitably crossed each other. In this era of technological explosion, when humanity most needs to mobilize all wisdom and energy for cooperation, some major countries are attempting to shut down collaborative platforms," Fu said.</p>
<p>The phenomenon, as described by Fu, has led to two trends: one is the rapid innovation and leadership of cutting-edge U.S. tech companies and researchers in the Al-driven virtual world, and the other is China's growing leadership in the vertical deployment of Al across real-world industries. Both forces have strong momentum, with the former supported by enormous capital and the latter backed by powerful manufacturing and a vast market.</p>
<p>"If history is a guide, one can naturally expect that the combination of these two forces would be the best path forward for the safe and responsible application of AI technology. However, looking at the situation over the past few years, many see no such prospect. Therefore, geopolitical interference is also a concern regarding AI safety," Fu said.</p>
<p>She observed that China maintains a relatively calm attitude toward China-U.S. cooperation and global governance. In his phone call with then-U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized that China and the United States share extensive common interests and broad space for cooperation.</p>
<p>Touching on the recent discussion over whether AI should remain open-sourced, sparked in part by the Chinese AI platform DeepSeek, Fu said the Chinese startups mostly prefer open-source as it is effective in boosting transparency and allows faster evolution of technology. It aligns with the Chinese belief that AI should benefit the people.</p>
<p>"In comparison, the current complete opacity of some large companies' models is more concerning," she said.</p>
<p>Fu said China is fully aware of the risks that come with the development of AI and has taken appropriate measures to cope with it.</p>
<p>China's State Council released the "New Generation Artificial Intelligence Development Plan" as early as 2017, emphasizing safe, controllable and sustainable AI progress.</p>
<p>Currently, China's AI applications are spreading fast in a comprehensive manner, including in economics, finance, urban management, healthcare and science research, benefiting wide fields.</p>
<p>In the face of emerging risks, the Chinese government has successively issued laws and normative documents for AI regulation, guided by the principle of maintaining a balance between encouraging innovation and mitigating risks. Meanwhile, a batch of tech companies specialized in addressing AI safety have emerged, which constantly develops and deploys risk mitigation technologies.</p>
<p>China also emphasizes global cooperation to contain AI-borne risks. China released the Global AI Governance Initiative in 2023, emphasizing the beneficial principle of AI development and advocating for establishing risk-level testing and evaluation systems. China also signed the Bletchley Declaration. On July 1, 2024, at the 78th UN General Assembly, a China-led resolution on enhancing international cooperation in AI capacity building was adopted by consensus, with the support of over 140 countries.</p>
<p>Fu said that from the academic discussions she has participated in, she could see that leading figures in China's science and technology community maintain close communication with international peers and are broadly aligned in their thinking on AI safety issues.</p>
<p>The Paris AI Action Summit was held from Monday to Tuesday. AI experts, policymakers and industry leaders from various countries gathered to engage in in-depth discussions about opportunities and challenges in AI development and governance.</p>

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title: EU pledges 200b euros for new AI investment initiative
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<p>The European Union (EU) launched InvestAI, an initiative to mobilize 200 billion euros ($206.5 billion) to boost the bloc's artificial intelligence investment, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced Tuesday at the AI Action Summit.</p>
<p>"We want AI to be a force for good and for growth," she said in a statement. "We are doing this through our own European approach -- based on openness, cooperation and excellent talent. But our approach still needs to be supercharged."</p>
<p>The statement noted that InvestAI includes a 20-billion-euro (20.6-billion-dollar) fund for European AI gigafactories, aimed at training large-scale, complex AI models. The gigafactories will be equipped with approximately 100,000 next-generation AI chips, about four times more than the current amount, it added.</p>
<p>The European Commission announced the first seven AI factories last December and is set to unveil five more soon, the statement said.</p>
<p>The Commission also plans to establish a European AI Research Council to pool resources to support AI and other technologies, and will launch the "Apply AI" initiative later this year to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence in key sectors, it added.</p>
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<p>Source(s): Xinhua News Agency</p>

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title: Alibaba shares soar after reported AI partnership with Apple
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<p>Apple is partnering with Alibaba to roll out artificial intelligence features for iPhone users in China, Reuters reported on Tuesday, citing a report by The Information. The companies have submitted the Chinese AI features they co-developed for approval by China's cyberspace regulator, the report said.</p>
<p>Alibaba's Hong Kong-listed shares climbed 8 percent to 113.3 Hong Kong dollars at closing on Wednesday, while Apple's stock gained 2 percent as of the previous trading day.</p>
<p>Apple had selected Baidu as its main partner last year, but the Chinese company's progress in developing models for Apple Intelligence fell short of its standards, the report claimed.</p>
<p>After that, Apple considered models developed by Tencent, TikTok-parent ByteDance, Alibaba and Deepseek, but it passed on Deepseek as the startup's team lacked the manpower and experience needed to support a large customer, the report said.</p>
<p>Apple and Alibaba did not immediately respond to Reuters' requests for comment.</p>
<p>Rolling out the tools is crucial as iPhone sales dipped in the holiday quarter – usually Apple's biggest period of sales – due to a lack of AI features that were meant to be the chief selling point of its latest devices.</p>
<p>The company has forecast strong sales growth in the current quarter, fanning hopes that iPhone demand will rebound.</p>
<p>The Information's report added that Apple's decision to go with Alibaba was partly driven by the vast troves of personal data the e-commerce giant has on users' shopping and payment habits, which could help it train models and deliver more customized services.</p>
<p>(With input from Reuters)</p>
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title: The growing trend of DeepSeek&amp;#039;s applications across industries
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<p>As artificial intelligence evolves, DeepSeek, a leading Chinese open-source large language model, is being adopted across industries, driving digital transformation. From education to creative work, from telecommunications to government services, DeepSeek is changing how companies operate and daily tasks are carried out.</p>
<p>DeepSeek's popularity is evident. Global tech giants like Microsoft, AWS and Nvidia are joining the DeepSeek ecosystem, expanding its reach. Microsoft announced that DeepSeek-R1 is now available via Azure AI Foundry and GitHub, marking its international expansion. Other cloud providers and chip manufacturers have followed.</p>
<p>In China, DeepSeek is quickly integrated with applications of many companies. NetEase Youdao uses it for intelligent Q&amp;A and creative assistance, boosting efficiency in education and writing. Yuewen Group has integrated DeepSeek into its writer assistant tool, helping authors optimize content.</p>
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<p>At the same time, DeepSeek's usage has surged, reaching over 30 million daily active users. China's three major telecom operators - China Telecom, China Mobile and China Unicom - <a href="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-08/China-s-major-telecom-operators-fully-integrate-DeepSeek-AI-model-1APy60uk9P2/p.html">have integrated the DeepSeek models into their services</a>. China Telecom's Tianyi Cloud uses DeepSeek for automatic meeting summaries, enhancing efficiency. China Mobile integrates the models into its cloud computing platform, where users can access the models and create new AI agents. China Unicom uses it for programming assistance, improving coding efficiency.</p>
<p>Beyond enterprises, DeepSeek is impacting on government services. The Longgang District Government in Shenzhen has deployed DeepSeek-R1 for digital transformation, becoming the first local government in Guangdong to do so.</p>
<p>DeepSeek's success lies in its efficient algorithms and open-source model, reducing reliance on high-end GPUs and boosting domestic chip development. This opens opportunities for industries like cloud computing and smart centers. DeepSeek is rapidly becoming a key player across industries, providing smarter solutions to businesses and governments worldwide.</p>
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title: Measles outbreak in U.S. state hits 48 cases, worst in nearly 30 years
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<p>The ongoing measles outbreak in West Texas, U.S. has doubled in size to 48 cases, mostly in children and teens, making it the state's worst in nearly 30 years.</p>
<p>State health officials said in a news release on Friday that those who are infected are either unvaccinated or their vaccination status is unknown. Thirteen people have been hospitalized.</p>
<p>The cases have been concentrated in a "close-knit, undervaccinated" Mennonite community, Texas Department of State Health Services spokesperson Lara Anton said. Gaines County is highly rural, so many of the families send their children to small private schools or are homeschooled, Anton said.</p>
<p>"The church isn't the reason that they're not vaccinated," Anton said. "It's all personal choice and you can do whatever you want. It's just that the community doesn't go and get regular health care."</p>
<p>Anton said the state is working with local health officials to increase screening and vaccination efforts. Health officials are also working to educate school officials on identifying measles symptoms and encouraging families to vaccinate their kids.</p>
<p>Measles is a highly contagious virus that can survive in the air for up to two hours. Up to 9 out of 10 people who are susceptible will get the virus if exposed, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Before the vaccine was introduced in 1963, the U.S. saw some 3 million to 4 million cases per year. Now, it's usually fewer than 200 in a normal year.</p>
<p>The U.S. saw a rise in measles cases in 2024, including an outbreak in Chicago that sickened more than 60.</p>
<p>Vaccination against measles, a two-shot series, is required for most U.S. kindergartners in order for them to enroll in public school.</p>
<p>Texas law allows children to get an exemption from school vaccines for reasons of conscience, including religious beliefs. The percentage of kids with exemptions has risen over the last decade from 0.76 percent in 2014 to 2.32 percent last year, according to state data.</p>
<p>(With input from AP)</p>
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title: Mpox outbreaks continue to challenge the world, says WHO report
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<p>The challenge of mpox virus (MPXV) outbreaks is growing, particularly in parts of Africa and the UAE, according to the latest situation report released by the World Health Organization (WHO) on Thursday.</p>
<p><strong>Africa's struggle</strong></p>
<p>Africa remains the epicenter of mpox infections, with the DRC, Burundi and Uganda bearing the brunt of the outbreaks. In the last six weeks from December 23, 2024 to February 2, 2025, Uganda reported the second-highest number of confirmed cases on the continent, indicating a rising trend.</p>
<p>The report also notes that clade Ib MPXV, first detected in September 2023, has spread to eight provinces in the DRC and is now causing community transmission in Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda and Zambia.</p>
<p><strong>Global spread and the UAE</strong></p>
<p>The report highlights new travel-related cases of mpox due to clade Ib MPXV in countries such as Thailand and the United Kingdom, which had previously reported cases. Notably, the UAE reported its first case of mpox caused by clade Ib MPXV on February 7, 2025. The case involved an adult with a recent travel history to Uganda. Symptom onset occurred on January 11, 2025, and the case was confirmed on January 18, 2025. The patient is currently receiving care in hospital isolation.</p>
<p>At least seven other cases reported in different countries have been linked to travel from the UAE, suggesting potential community transmission within the country.</p>
<p>The New York State Department of Health confirmed its first case of the new mpox strain on Tuesday, making it the fourth known case in the U.S. The others were reported in California, Georgia and New Hampshire. The U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Wednesday the patient had recently traveled from East Africa.</p>
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<p>CGTN invited Doctor Guo Zhisheng, president of the Beijing Najiya Zhisheng feline hospital and vice president of the cat branch of the Beijing Small Animal Diagnosis and Treatment Industry Association, to dive into the science of feline longevity. </p>
<p>In this must-watch video from the SPARK series, Doctor Guo shares groundbreaking insights on how to help your beloved cat thrive for 20 to 25 years – far beyond the average lifespan. Here is what you will learn:</p>
<p>1. The hidden genetic risks: </p>
<p>Did you know cats can inherit silent killers like polycystic kidney disease or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy? Doctor Guo explains why early screening is a lifesaver.</p>
<p>2. Stress-free living = longer life: </p>
<p>From multi-cat household chaos to scary vet visits, stress is a major cause of illnesses like urinary blockages and chronic skin infections. Discover how to create a safe sanctuary with cozy hideouts and "personal" spaces and how to use medicine to ease anxiety during travel. </p>
<p>3. Disease prevention made simple: </p>
<p>Over 30 percent of older cats develop chronic kidney disease. Learn about Doctor Guo's checklist for prevention and what new cat parents should do.</p>
<p>Watch the full video to unlock step-by-step guides and a toolkit for feline wellness.</p>
<p><strong>About SPARK</strong></p>
<p>SPARK is a groundbreaking educational series that combines science, philosophy, art, research and knowledge into engaging digital content. By making complex academic insights accessible, it fosters an inclusive intellectual space where curious minds from all walks of life can explore, learn and grow together.</p>
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title: Chinese superconducting quantum computer gets over 20 m global visits
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<p>China's independently developed third-generation superconducting quantum computer, <a href="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2024-01-06/China-launches-third-generation-superconducting-quantum-computer-1q9l0tXOcV2/p.html">Origin Wukong</a>, has received more than 20 million remote visits globally, passing an important milestone in the country's quantum computing development, <em>China Science and Technology Daily</em> has reported.</p>
<p>According to Anhui Quantum Computing Engineering Research Center (AQCERC), users from 139 countries or regions have accessed Origin Wukong remotely, with the United States, Russia, Japan and Canada showing the highest levels of user activity. Among these countries, the U.S. is atop foreign user visits.</p>
<p>Origin Wukong has completed more than 339,000 quantum computing tasks since it went into operation on January 6, 2024, covering a wide range of industries, such as finance and biomedicine.</p>
<p>The quantum computer is powered by Wukong, a 72-qubit indigenous superconducting quantum chip. It is one of the country's most advanced programmable and deliverable superconducting quantum computers.</p>
<p>Wukong's name was inspired by the mythological Sun Wukong, the legendary Monkey King, who had the ability to transform into 72 different forms, symbolizing the computer's powerful and versatile capabilities.</p>
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title: Tencent&amp;#039;s messaging app Weixin tests AI search with DeepSeek-R1
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<p>Tencent's Weixin, one of China's major messaging and social media apps, has launched beta testing of a groundbreaking integration with DeepSeek-R1, the reasoning AI model from the country's hottest artificial intelligence (AI) startup, in a strategic bid to supercharge its search capabilities.</p>
<p>Tencent confirmed with CGTN Digital on Sunday that select users of Weixin's search function now see an "AI Search" entry point, granting free access to the full-strength version of the DeepSeek-R1 model – the same AI tool that has sparked a frenzy among tech giants and users worldwide.</p>
<p>DeepSeek is being tested by Weixin, which serves domestic users, not its sister app WeChat, which targets overseas users.</p>
<p>The integration comes as DeepSeek rides a wave of global demand. Its R1 model, celebrated for its versatility in handling complex queries, has become a viral sensation since its debut on January 20. However, its runaway success has strained servers, with users on social media complaining about delays and outages on DeepSeek's official platform.</p>
<p>Major cloud providers, including AWS, Google Cloud and Alibaba, have raced to integrate the R1 model in recent weeks, with some offering limited free access to lure developers. Tencent's decision to embed the tool directly into Weixin – a super-app with nearly 1.4 billion monthly users – could ease pressure on DeepSeek's infrastructure while giving the messaging giant a critical edge.</p>
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title: Who are the tech giants attending symposium with President Xi?
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<p>A symposium to boost the development of China's private sector is held in Beijing on Monday, with Chinese President Xi Jinping meeting with dozens of entrepreneurs from prominent private businesses. /CMG</p>
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<p>A symposium to boost the development of China's private sector was held in Beijing on Monday, with Chinese President Xi Jinping meeting with dozens of entrepreneurs from prominent private businesses.</p>
<p>Six business representatives, mainly from the tech sector, spoke on the development of the private sector under the current situation. The speakers include telecom giant Huawei's Ren Zhengfei, electric car maker BYD's Wang Chuanfu, animal feed maker New Hope's Liu Yonghao, Will Semiconductor's Yu Renrong, Unitree Robotics' Wang Xingxing, and smartphone maker Xiaomi's Lei Jun.</p>
<p>The China Media Group (CMG) video footage also showed some familiar faces attending the meeting, such as Pony Ma of gaming and social media giant Tencent, Jack Ma of e-commerce giant Alibaba, and Liang Wenfeng of the latest rising AI star DeepSeek.</p>
<p>Experts said the symposium sends positive signals towards the development of private enterprises in China, emphasizing that private enterprises have become an important force in China's technological development.</p>
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<p>The private sector contributed 48.6 percent of foreign trade, 56.5 percent of fixed-asset investment, 59.6 percent of tax revenue, over 60 percent of GDP, over 70 percent of technological innovations and more than 80 percent of urban employment.</p>
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<p>Here is a brief profile of the major tech industry figures who attended the meeting and a note on how their companies are driving China's tech innovation and making significant contributions to the country's economy.</p>
<p>Ren Zhengfei, founder and CEO of Huawei Technologies, attended the symposium. Huawei is a global leader in telecommunications, consumer electronics, and IT services. The company has been at the forefront of the 5G technology revolution and continues to innovate in AI, cloud computing, and enterprise networking despite geopolitical challenges.</p>
<p>Wang Chuanfu, chairman and CEO of BYD, attended the event. BYD is a global leader in electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy solutions. The company has made notable advancements in battery technology and EV infrastructure, playing a key role in China's green energy transition, with expanding global partnerships.</p>
<p>Will Semiconductor's founder and chairman, Yu Renrong, also attended the symposium. The company specializes in the research, development, and production of integrated circuits, particularly in power semiconductor solutions. Founded in 2008, the company has quickly established itself as a key player in the global semiconductor industry, offering products for a wide range of applications, including consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial sectors. The company's commitment to technological advancement and strategic partnerships has helped it gain recognition as a vital contributor to China's growing semiconductor sector.</p>
<p>Wang Xingxing, founder and CEO of Unitree Robotics, was also present. The company gained attention this year during the CMG Spring Festival Gala, where its AI-powered robots, equipped with advanced speech recognition and emotional AI, performed live. Unitree Robotics is a leader in AI, big data, and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, focusing on smart cities, security, and healthcare.</p>
<p>Lei Jun, founder and CEO of Xiaomi, also participated. Founded in 2010, Xiaomi is a top smartphone manufacturer and leader in the IoT market. The company's broad ecosystem of connected devices has contributed significantly to the smart home industry, and it holds the third position globally in the smartphone market.</p>
<p>Jack Ma, founder of Alibaba Group, was present. Alibaba is one of the world's largest e-commerce and technology conglomerates, with operations spanning e-commerce (Taobao, Tmall), cloud computing (Alibaba Cloud), and digital payments (Alipay). Recently, Alibaba's advancements in cloud computing and AI have expanded its global influence, contributing significantly to China's digital economy.</p>
<p>Alibaba Chairman Joe Tsai said on February 13 that the company will partner with Apple on AI for iPhones sold in the Chinese market, sending the Hong Kong-listed shares of the Chinese tech giant soaring over 9 percent to a three-year high.</p>
<p>Pony Ma, founder and CEO of Tencent, was also at the event. Founded in 1998, Tencent is one of China's largest technology companies, known for its dominance in social media, gaming, and digital services. Tencent's flagship product, WeChat, has over a billion users, and the company is a global leader in gaming with titles like Honor of Kings and PUBG Mobile.</p>
<p>Deepseek, represented by its founder, Liang Wenfeng, is an innovative Chinese company specializing in AI-driven data analysis and search technologies. The company recently launched its DeepSeek-1, a large language model (LLM) that has garnered global attention for its advanced capabilities in natural language processing and predictive analytics, solidifying its position as a prominent player in the AI landscape.</p>
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<p><strong>What signals did the symposium send?</strong></p>
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<p>Li Yong, chief researcher at the D&amp;C think tank, told CGTN that the selection of private tech companies for the symposium reflects their comprehensive development across sectors, highlighting the support for their innovation capabilities through China's policies and environment.</p>
<p>"China's technological progress and development stem from socialism with Chinese characteristics, with a key focus on the promotion and cultivation of private enterprises," he said.</p>
<p>Li emphasized that one important message from the symposium is the rejection of erroneous views, such as the "exit theory," which suggests that the private economy should gradually retreat or diminish its role in economic development.</p>
<p>"Another key signal is the reaffirmation that the status, supportive policies, and development environment for the private economy will remain unchanged," Li added.</p>
<p>He concluded that the technological achievements of Chinese private enterprises are a testament to the vitality of China's economy.</p>
<p>According to the resolution of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China on Further Deepening Reform Comprehensively to Advance Chinese Modernization adopted at the third plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China on July 18, 2024, China will establish a mechanism for ensuring funding increases for industries of the future, improve the policy and governance systems for promoting the development of strategic industries such as next-generation information technology, AI, aviation and aerospace, new energy, new materials, high-end equipment, biomedicine, and quantum technology, and steer emerging industries toward sound and orderly development.</p>
<p>These fields are not only crucial for the country's economic transformation but also vital for maintaining its competitive edge globally. AI is central to China's tech ambitions, supported by policies like the "Next-Generation AI Development Plan." China is also a global leader in new energy, with companies such as BYD driving the EV market to meet the country's 2030 and 2060 carbon goals. In consumer electronics and IoT, China excels with firms like Xiaomi, which combine innovative R&amp;D with scalable production.</p>
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title: Grok 3 released by Elon Musk&amp;#039;s xAI
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<p>Elon Musk's AI company, xAI, unveiled its latest model, Grok 3, on Monday, introducing new features for its iOS and web apps. Grok, developed as a competitor to OpenAI's GPT-4 and Google's Gemini, is capable of image analysis and answering questions.</p>
<p>After months of development, Grok 3 was delayed past its expected 2024 release.</p>
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<p>Training took place at xAI's massive data center in Memphis, housing 200,000 GPUs. Musk claims Grok 3 utilized "10x" more computing power than its predecessor, Grok 2, and an expanded dataset, including court case documents. Musk describes Grok 3 as a significantly more capable, "maximally truth-seeking AI," even if the truth contradicts political correctness.</p>
<p>Grok 3 comes in different versions. A faster, smaller model, Grok 3 mini, sacrifices some accuracy for quicker responses. While not all models are available, the rollout started Monday. xAI asserts Grok 3 outperforms GPT-4o on benchmarks like AIME, which tests math problem-solving, and GPQA, which challenges AI with PhD-level questions in science. Grok 3 also performed well in the crowdsourced Chatbot Arena.</p>
<p>Two special versions, Grok 3 Reasoning and Grok 3 mini Reasoning, focus on problem-solving by thoroughly fact-checking answers, thus helping avoid common model errors. Ideal for complex math, science, and programming queries, these reasoning models are said to surpass even the best version of OpenAI's o3-mini on various benchmarks, including AIME 2025.</p>
<p>The Grok app will soon introduce a "voice mode," providing synthesized speech, followed by the launch of Grok 3 models in xAI's enterprise API and the DeepSearch feature. Musk also plans to open-source Grok 2 in a few months.</p>
<p>When Grok was first announced, Musk positioned it as an unfiltered, anti-"woke" AI, willing to answer controversial questions others avoid. The Grok models have lived up to this, offering responses that other AIs, like ChatGPT, may shy away from, including using bold or vulgar language when prompted.</p>
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title: Graphics: China&amp;#039;s private sector leads tech innovation
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<p>China's private sector has become a key pillar of the country's innovation ecosystem, contributing over 50 percent of research and development (R&amp;D) expenditures and personnel and over 70 percent of technological breakthroughs.</p>
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<p>Total R&amp;D expenditures for the top 1,000 private firms in 2023 reached 1.39 trillion yuan ($197.5 billion), up 4.78 percent compared to a year before. The manufacturing sector emerged as a major contributor, following by information transmission, software, IT services and the construction sector. The number of valid patents has been steadily increasing, reaching 1,119,407 in 2023.</p>
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<p>Have you realized that you're starting to over-rely on artificial intelligence? Interestingly, over 40 percent of people are unwilling to admit to using AI at work. Can "AI shame" reduce reliance on AI? Take a look at these reports in this video and re-examine the relationship between AI and human intelligence.</p>
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title: Measles outbreak in Texas linked to unvaccinated children
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<p>A measles outbreak linked to unvaccinated children in West Texas is taking a worrying turn, even infecting those who have been vaccinated, according to public health officials.</p>
<p>The outbreak comes as America’s top health official – Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – vows to review the country’s vaccination schedule.</p>
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title: Disney&amp;#039;s Mulan director praises Ne Zha 2
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<p>The Chinese animated film “Ne Zha 2" is now the highest-grossing animated film of all time, surpassing “Inside Out 2” and becoming one of the top 10 highest-grossing films ever made. </p>
<p>Tony Bancroft, an accomplished animator and the director of Disney’s 1998 animated film “Mulan” praised the achievements of this Chinese animated film. </p>
<p>Watch his breakdown of some of the animated elements of the movie.</p>
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title: China&amp;#039;s AS700D electric airship soars in maiden flight
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-22/China-s-AS700D-electric-airship-soars-in-maiden-flight-1Bc5evED77a/img/08516c1030df4e44927601bb9b9aaa02/08516c1030df4e44927601bb9b9aaa02-750.png" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>China's AS700D electric manned airship completed a successful maiden flight on Friday, marking a major breakthrough for the country in green aviation equipment within the low-altitude economy sector, announced the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), the airship's developer.</p>
<p>The milestone verified the technical maturity and principles of China's independently developed AS700D, providing a technical reserve for the development of subsequent electric airships, according to AVIC.</p>
<p>The AS700D conducted its maiden flight on Friday morning in Jingmen, central China's Hubei Province.</p>
<p>It performed a vertical takeoff, then quickly climbed to an altitude of 50 meters. After briefly hovering, it made a vertical landing and stopped steadily.</p>
<p>"The flight of the electric airship feels lighter and smoother, just like driving new energy cars. It operates quietly, and both the piloting and riding experiences are more comfortable," said Lin Hong, the AS700D's maiden flight pilot.</p>
<p>Developed by the Special Vehicle Research Institute under AVIC, the AS700D is a new type of all-electric airship with a comprehensive electrification upgrade based on the AS700 manned airship, which uses aviation gasoline as fuel.</p>
<p>It utilizes an advanced lithium-battery electric drive system, propeller system, thrust-vector control system, and cooling system to replace the old aero-engine and fuel system.</p>
<p>"The AS700D airship uses lithium-battery power, marking a major change that allows it to produce near-zero emissions and lower noise levels during flight," said Zhou Lei, chief designer of the AS700D.</p>
<p>The AS700D is suited for missions in areas with relatively stringent requirements for noise, emissions, and takeoff and landing conditions, such as nature reserves and other ecologically sensitive areas, as well as missions involving concerts, marathons or other large-scale events, according to Zhou.</p>
<p>The AS700D has a designed maximum flight altitude of 3,100 meters and a maximum speed of 80 kilometers per hour. It can carry up to 10 people, including the pilot, according to its developer.</p>
<p>The airship can perform a variety of tasks, including aerial photography, security monitoring, traffic command and communication relay.</p>
<p>Thanks to its safety and stability, it is ideal for low-altitude sightseeing, aerial advertising, urban security, emergency rescue and other applications in the low-altitude economy.</p>
<p>"With increasing concerns over environmental protection, it is necessary for the aviation industry to undergo a green transformation. We will advance the application of sci-tech achievements in green aviation by cultivating the AS700 series of manned airships and other key projects," said Zhang Lixian, an official of the AVIC Special Vehicle Research Institute.</p>

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title: Chinese researchers invent biomimetic membrane to extract uranium
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-22/Chinese-researchers-invent-biomimetic-membrane-to-extract-uranium-1Bc72Na6xTq/img/034a7ff0abff4d8eb1b4a9bc859ac6d5/034a7ff0abff4d8eb1b4a9bc859ac6d5-1280.jpeg" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>A team of Chinese researchers have developed a new type of membrane to extract uranium from seawater or salt lake water, shedding light on wastewater treatment and rare metal recovery.</p>
<p>According to a study paper recently published on the journal Advanced Materials, researchers from Lanzhou University invented a two-dimensional biomimetic membrane constructed by charge assembly and hydrogen bonding. This membrane has demonstrated outstanding performance in precise uranyl ion separation, reported the Science and Technology Daily on Thursday.</p>
<p>Uranium is a key resource in the nuclear industry. For a long period of time, China has faced a shortage of uranium ore resources. Although the country's seawater and salt lakes contain a large amount of low-concentration uranyl ions, the process of extracting these ions economically and effectively remains challenging.</p>
<p>In recent years, two-dimensional materials such as graphene oxide have become the focus of ion separation technology. However, graphene oxide membranes are prone to structural damage under high pressure or after prolonged use.</p>
<p>Inspired by the natural ability of plant cell walls to reorganize into stronger and denser structures under pressure, the research team combined graphene oxide with engineered bacteria to construct a dense and stable two-dimensional biomimetic membrane.</p>
<p>The study results show that the new membrane not only increases the mechanical strength by more than 12 times compared to original graphene oxide membranes, but also achieves precise capture of uranyl ions.</p>
<p>Li Zhan, the corresponding author of the paper, said that this achievement provides an efficient and sustainable method for extracting uranium from seawater.</p>
<p>According to Tian Longlong, another member of the team, this new membrane shows the advantage of high selectivity and stability, as well as low energy consumption, which is expected to promote the industrialization of uranium resource recovery.</p>
<p>The team is still optimizing the membrane structure design and large-scale production processes to accelerate the application of the technology.</p>
<p>Lanzhou University says this technology also has a broad application prospect in fields such as water treatment, wastewater recycling, and energy recovery. It can help address global issues such as resource shortages, energy crises and environmental pollution.</p>

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title: Chinese researchers find new target to treat Parkinson&amp;#039;s disease
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<p>Chinese researchers at Huashan Hospital, an affiliate of Fudan University in Shanghai, have become the world's first to discover FAM171A2, a new therapeutic target for treating Parkinson's disease, according to a research published in the journal Science on Friday.</p>
<p>Led by Yu Jintai, deputy head of Huashan Hospital's neurology department, the team has also identified a candidate drug that can slow the progression of Parkinson's disease based on this new finding. This discovery was made after five years of research.</p>
<p>The research was also conducted under the auspices of the National Center for Neurological Diseases and the National Key Laboratory of Brain Function and Brain Diseases.</p>
<p>Parkinson's disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer's and seriously affects patients' daily lives. Traditional drugs and surgical treatments only address the symptoms of Parkinson's disease and do not block its progression.</p>
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<p>The finding was published in the journal Science, February 21, 2025.</p>
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<p>The number of people with the disease may reach 13 million by 2040, with Chinese patients accounting for nearly half.</p>
<p>Pathological alpha-synuclein is a key pathogenic protein in the disease. Its aggregation can disrupt the normal function of neurons and lead to their death. It can also spread, damaging adjacent healthy neurons. When it affects different regions of the brain, it can cause motor symptoms such as bradykinesia, resting tremor and rigidity, as well as cognitive impairments like memory decline.</p>
<p>The latest breakthrough identified FAM171A2 as the crucial receptor mediating the transmission of pathological alpha-synuclein. Based on the finding, new drugs could be developed to slow the progression of the disease.</p>
<p>Using artificial intelligence technologies, the team found that Bemcentinib can be a candidate after screening over 7,000 compounds. Experiments have shown that this molecule can hinder the binding of FAM171A2 protein and pathological alpha-synuclein, and suppress the uptake of pathogenic protein fibrils by dopaminergic neurons.</p>
<p>The team applied for an international patent for treating Parkinson's disease by targeting FAM171A2. Next, they will carry out preclinical research, hoping to develop effective treatment for patients with Parkinson's disease.</p>
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title: Global Developers Conference opens in China: Open-source a hot topic
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<p>The Global Developers Conference opens in east China's Shanghai, February 22, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p>DeepSeek's achievements have made open-source software development a central topic at the Global Developers Conference (GDC), which opened in Shanghai on Saturday. </p>
<p>According to a report presented by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) at the conference, China now ranks second globally in the number of open-source contributors.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, the number of high-quality open-source large models, open-source projects and open-source communities continues to grow, driving the vigorous development of the artificial intelligence industry.</p>
<p>MIIT data as of <a href="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2024-12-23/China-leads-global-software-development-with-9-4-million-developers-1zyViTkmCoE/index.html">2024</a> shows that the number of China's software developers has exceeded 9.4 million. A report by the Cloud Computing Standards and Open Source Promotion Committee under the China Communications Standards Association reveals that Chinese projects now account for 17 percent of global open-source software, ranking China second worldwide.</p>
<p>In a keynote speech, Harry Shum, former executive vice president of Microsoft's Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Research group, emphasized that with the open-sourcing of large Chinese models like DeepSeek, China has transitioned from being a beneficiary to a significant contributor in the global open-source community. Now serving as chairman of the council at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Shum expressed confidence that more Chinese teams will lead the way in shaping the future of open-source innovation.</p>
<p>This year marks the second edition of the GDC, which aims to connect participants by enabling projects to secure funding, scenarios to access services, businesses to discover markets, talent to join teams, developers to explore technologies and young individuals to find partners. The event serves as a platform to foster resource alignment and industry integration among developers, further solidifying China's role in the global tech landscape.</p>
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title: Shenzhou-19 crew conducts scientific experiments, training in space
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<p>The Shenzhou-19 astronauts aboard the China Space Station conducted a range of scientific experiments and tasks last week, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA).</p>
<p>In a video released by the CMSA on Sunday, astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong and Wang Haoze were seen busy working in the space station's core module Tianhe where they have stayed for nearly four months.</p>
<p>The crew conducted research into how exercise impacts muscles and bones in space. They collected data on plantar pressure, joint kinematics and muscle parameters during running and resistance exercises under different load conditions, which will help elucidate the changes in muscle-tendon interaction during spaceflight.</p>
<p>The crew also completed vascular ultrasound examinations to explore the pan-vascular network blood flow patterns in the weightless environment by collecting morphological characteristics, hemodynamic parameters, and functional data of multiple organs in the human body under different orbital durations.</p>
<p>To understand how being in space affects eyesight, the astronauts took a series of eye tests with high-tech equipment. Researchers will use their data to study the changes in astronauts' visual function during long-duration spaceflight and develop strategies for maintaining eye health.</p>
<p>In addition to human health, the crew worked on several physics experiments. They completed tasks including re-configuring equipment in the fluid physics rack and changing the burner in the combustion science rack.</p>
<p>The crew also spent time training for rendezvous and docking mission, and performing other tasks such as maintenance on key experiment equipment and life support systems.</p>
<p>The Shenzhou-19 astronauts entered the orbiting space station for a six-month spaceflight on October 30 last year. Their mission includes 86 space science research and technology experiments, as announced by CMSA prior to launch.</p>
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title: China reaffirms commitment to advancing agricultural technology
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-24/China-reaffirms-commitment-to-advancing-agricultural-technology-1BfEZYG9Mpq/img/2edac1bc138241f6a915d817d35dd998/2edac1bc138241f6a915d817d35dd998-750.jpeg" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>China has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing agricultural technology with the release of the latest "No. 1 central document" on Sunday, emphasizing collaborative research, technological breakthroughs, and the development of cutting-edge farming solutions.</p>
<p>The document highlights the role of technological innovation in optimizing production factors, fostering leading agricultural enterprises, and strengthening key research platforms, such as "Nanfan Silicon Valley," a breeding base in southern China.</p>
<p>"Nanfan," which literally means "breeding in the south," refers to a crop breeding practice that takes advantage of the warm winter and spring climate on Hainan Island and other southern regions of China.</p>
<p>The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, the National Development and Reform Commission, and other authorities jointly published an action plan for Nanfan Scientific and Research Breeding Base in Sanya on January 31, 2024.</p>
<p>The plan aims for the breeding base to become a national-level hub for breeding industry innovation by 2030, offering scientific research, production, sales, scientific exchanges and achievement transfer.</p>
<p>The document also underscores the promotion of biological breeding, high-quality agricultural machinery, and smart agriculture, incorporating artificial intelligence (AI), data, and low-altitude technologies.</p>
<p>Last year, the national inventory of agricultural machinery surpassed 200 million units, with the deployment of terminal equipment using the country's BeiDou Navigation Satellite System exceeding 2.2 million units. The overall mechanization rate for crop planting, cultivation, and harvesting rose to more than 74 percent, with cultivation of the three primary staple crops now largely mechanized, China Media Group reported last December.</p>
<p>There is a smart farm called Fuxi Farmland in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province. Utilizing big data and AI, engineers can manage grain planting by controlling remote unmanned machines from a control center located 20 kilometers away, while accessing real-time information about crops through a large monitoring screen.</p>
<p>East China's Zhejiang Province has recently issued an action plan for the development of the low-altitude economy in agricultural and rural areas, aiming to further integrate this economy to enhance agriculture. According to the plan, by 2027, the number of agricultural drones in Zhejiang will exceed 10,000, and 100 intelligent monitoring points for agricultural production will be built.</p>
<p>With these strategic initiatives, China is setting the stage for a more efficient, sustainable, and technologically advanced agricultural future.</p>

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title: AI Art sold at Christies auction
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<p>Artificial intelligence is playing an increasing role in our daily lives, and now, it's also being embraced by prominent artists who say they've discovered a new way to express their experiences, emotions, and perspectives - with their works going under the hammer at a Christie's auction.</p>
<p>However, for many, AI's use in art is highly controversial with critics arguing the software artists are using is trained on copyrighted work, without proper consent.</p>
<p>CGTN’s Mitch McCann reports.</p>
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title: DeepSeek rushes to launch new AI model: Reuters
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<p>Chinese startup DeepSeek triggered a $1-trillion-plus sell-off in global equities markets last month with a cut-price AI reasoning model that outperformed many Western competitors.</p>
<p>Now, the Hangzhou-based firm is accelerating the launch of the successor to January's R1 model, according to three people familiar with the company, Reuters reported on Wednesday.</p>
<p>The company had planned to release R2 in early May but now wants it out as early as possible, two of them said, without providing specifics, according to Reuters, adding that DeepSeek says it hopes the new model will produce better coding and be able to reason in languages beyond English.</p>
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title: China unveils world&amp;#039;s largest methanol-powered dual fuel engine
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<p>The methanol-powered duel fuel engine, Shanghai, China, February 25, 2025. /CMG</p>
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<p>China has launched the world's largest methanol-powered dual fuel engine in Shanghai, its producer announced on Tuesday. </p>
<p>Fully Chinese-made, developed by China State Shipbuilding Cooperation and weighing nearly 1,953 tons with a maximum power output of 64,500 kilowatts, this "giant heart" of vessels is soon set to be installed on a 16,000-TEU container ship for its debut.</p>
<p>With its advanced digitalized smart control system, the mega engine generates 95 percent of its power with methanol fuel, reducing carbon dioxide emission by over 7.5 percent.</p><p>"Let us make a comparison. Suppose the engine runs 300 days every year, the carbon emission reduced is equal to the total emissions of 72,000 gasoline passenger cars in a year," said Dong Jingjin, project manager of the methanol engine project at the China State Shipbuilding Cooperation.</p><p>The engine is poised to meet the huge market demand amid the ongoing green transformation of the water transport industry.</p><p>"Engines of this type have now been successfully installed on container ships and bulk carriers. The following market demand for methanol engines is quite considerable, and we are going to turn out different methanol engines in two to three years, hopefully applied to more types of chemical carriers and special purpose vessels, and provide more environment-friendly and efficient power solutions," said Dong.</p>
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title: Mystery illness in Congo kills over 50 people
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<p>An unknown illness first discovered in three children who ate a bat has rapidly killed more than 50 people in northwestern Congo over the past five weeks, health experts say.</p>
<p>The interval between the onset of symptoms – which include fever, vomiting and internal bleeding – and death has been 48 hours in most cases and "that's what's really worrying," said Serge Ngalebato, medical director of Bikoro Hospital, a regional monitoring center.</p>
<p>These "hemorrhagic fever" symptoms are commonly linked to known deadly viruses, such as Ebola, dengue, Marburg and yellow fever, but researchers have ruled these out based on tests of more than a dozen samples collected so far.</p>
<p>The latest disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo began on January 21, with 419 cases recorded and 53 deaths.</p>
<p>The outbreak began in the village of Boloko after three children ate a bat and died within 48 hours, the Africa office of the World Health Organization (WHO) said Monday.</p>
<p>There have long been concerns about diseases jumping from animals to humans in places where wild animals are popularly eaten. The number of such outbreaks in Africa has surged by more than 60 percent in the last decade, the WHO said in 2022.</p>
<p>After the second outbreak of the mystery disease began in the village of Bomate on February 9, samples from 13 cases were sent to the National Institute for Biomedical Research in Congo's capital, Kinshasa, for testing, the WHO said. All samples were negative for common hemorrhagic fever diseases, although some tested positive for malaria.</p>
<p>Last year, another mystery flu-like illness that killed dozens of people in another part of Congo was determined likely to be malaria.</p>
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title: South China kicks off construction of new nuclear power reactor
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<p>The construction of a new reactor forming part of a nuclear power project in the city of Lufeng in south China's Guangdong Province began on Monday, according to China General Nuclear Power Group (CGN).</p>
<p>Adopting CAP1000, a third-generation pressurized water reactor design, the construction of the No. 1 reactor will incorporate modular construction, digital building technologies and automated welding, among others, to enhance safety and economic efficiency.</p>
<p>The project envisions having a total of six reactors. The construction of the No. 5 and No. 6 reactors began in 2022 and 2023 respectively, utilizing domestically designed third-generation Hualong One nuclear technology.</p>
<p>Once all six reactors are fully operational, the project is expected to generate about 52 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually. This output would equate to saving 15.77 million tonnes of standard coal and reducing carbon dioxide emissions by around 42.69 million tonnes each year, CGN said.</p>
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<p>Wednesday marks the 11th anniversary of the coordinated development initiative in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (Jing-Jin-Ji) region.</p>
<p>Since its inception as a national strategy in 2014, the region has achieved significant milestones, with its combined economic output successively surpassing 6 trillion yuan milestones and reaching 11.5 trillion yuan (roughly $1.6 trillion) in 2024, according to a press conference held by the joint working office on February 20.</p>
<p>The initiative was launched to address challenges such as traffic congestion, pollution, and uneven development among the three regions. By relocating non-capital functions from Beijing, the strategy aims to create a more balanced economic structure and improve public services across the region.</p>
<p><strong>Enhanced public services</strong></p>
<p>Over the past year, significant progress has been made in infrastructure and public services. For instance, the Beijing and Hebei sections of Changtong Road, connecting Tongzhou District in Beijing to Dachang Hui Autonomous County in Langfang City, Hebei Province, were completed and opened simultaneously.</p>
<p>This has reduced travel time between Dachang County and Tongzhou by approximately 30 minutes, with the road now handling an average daily traffic volume of over 11,000 vehicles, according to Zhao Tongan, an official from the Hebei Provincial Transportation Department.</p>
<p>Additionally, the customized express bus service for commuters around Beijing expanded its network, adding new routes to Xiong'an New Area and Wuqing. The network now comprises 11 main lines and 39 branch lines.</p>
<p>Taking the customized express bus network between Beijing and Hebei as an example, the network consisting of 34 round-trip routes operated a total of 71,000 trips in 2024, making more than 1.61 million passenger trips, Zhao said.</p>
<p>Efforts to improve healthcare access have also been noteworthy. Over the past 11 years, 115 regional medical consortia have been established across the three regions, covering 11 cities and Xiong'an New Area.</p>
<p>For example, Beijing Children's Hospital has dispatched over 420 experts to Baoding Children's Hospital, assisting in the treatment of complex conditions such as pediatric cancer and stem cell transplantation, said Wang Jianhui, deputy director of Beijing Municipal Health Commission.</p>
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<p>Workers at a new energy vehicle production workshop in Shijiazhuang City, north China's Hebei Province, February 25, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p data-sanitized-class="title">Workers at a new energy vehicle production workshop in Shijiazhuang City, north China's Hebei Province, February 25, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p><strong>Strengthened economic structure</strong></p>
<p>The economic collaboration among the three regions has also seen remarkable growth. The turnover of technical contracts from Beijing to Tianjin and Hebei surged from 7 billion yuan in 2013 to over 84 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting an average annual growth rate of 25 percent.</p>
<p>The region has become a hub for innovation and advanced manufacturing. For instance, the research and development teams behind the Zhuque 1, Zhuque 2, and the upcoming Zhuque 3 rockets are primarily based in the Jing-Jin-Ji area.</p>
<p>Additionally, the number of branches established by Zhongguancun-based enterprises in Tianjin and Hebei has grown from 3,500 in 2013 to over 10,000 in 2024.</p>
<p>The region now boasts seven state-level advanced manufacturing clusters, five of which are jointly developed by the three areas. In 2024, the intelligently connected new energy vehicle (NEV) cluster emerged as a key driver of growth, with NEV production in the region increasing by 1.7 times year-on-year and output value exceeding 840 billion yuan, solidifying its position as the leading industry in the region's manufacturing sector.</p>
<p>Trade has also flourished. According to Beijing Customs, the import and export value of the Jing-Jin-Ji region reached a record high of 5.03 trillion yuan in 2024, marking a 0.1 percent year-on-year increase and maintaining growth for four consecutive years. Compared to 2014, foreign trade value has increased by 1.29 trillion yuan, a 34.5 percent rise, with an average annual growth rate of 3 percent.</p>
<p><strong>Looking ahead: further integration</strong></p>
<p>As the Jing-Jin-Ji region enters a new phase of comprehensive, high-quality development, the focus remains on deepening integration.</p>
<p>The three regions aim to strengthen collaboration in building a "commuter circle" and an "industrial collaboration circle," with several key transportation projects set to achieve landmark progress in 2025.</p>
<p>For example, the Beijing tunnel section of the Beijing-Tangshan Intercity Railway is expected to be completed in 2025, while the Chengde-Pinggu Expressway will also open to traffic the same year, according to Zhou Hao, an official at the joint working office.</p>
<p>Standing at this new starting point, the Jing-Jin-Ji region is poised to continue its journey toward greater integration, innovation, and sustainable growth.</p>
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title: China launches two new satellites
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<p>China launches a Long March-2C carrier rocket from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, placing two satellites into space, February 27, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p>China launched a Long March-2C carrier rocket on Thursday, placing two satellites into space.</p>
<p>The rocket blasted off at 3:08 p.m. (Beijing Time) from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China and sent the pair of satellites, Siwei Gaojing-1 03 and Siwei Gaojing-1 04, into their preset orbit.</p>
<p>It was the 561st flight mission of the Long March series of rockets.</p>
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<p>Intuitive Machines' Athena lander on top of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifts off from Launch Complex 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, Florida, U.S., February 26, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p data-sanitized-class="title">Intuitive Machines' Athena lander on top of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifts off from Launch Complex 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, Florida, U.S., February 26, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p>U.S. company Intuitive Machines launched its second lunar mission on Wednesday to deliver science payloads of NASA to the moon.</p>
<p>The mission, codenamed IM-2, lifted off on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Wednesday evening.</p>
<p>After the launch, Intuitive Machines' lunar lander, Athena, will spend approximately one week in transit to the moon before landing on the lunar surface no earlier than March 6.</p>
<p>The lander is loaded with scientific instruments and will carry NASA science investigations and technology demonstrations to further understand the moon's environment and help prepare for future human missions to the lunar surface, according to NASA.</p>
<p>IM-2 is set to demonstrate lunar mobility, resource prospecting, and analysis of volatile substances from sub-surface materials, a critical step toward uncovering water sources beyond the Earth – a key component for establishing sustainable infrastructure both on the lunar surface and in space, according to Intuitive Machines.</p>
<p>Launched as a rideshare with the IM-2 delivery, NASA's Lunar Trailblazer spacecraft also started its journey to lunar orbit, where it will map the distribution of the different forms of water on the moon.</p>
<p>Last year, Intuitive Machines made history when its first lunar lander, Odysseus, made a soft touchdown on the lunar surface, marking the first American spacecraft to land on the lunar surface in more than 50 years.</p>
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<p>Are you intrigued about the future of Chinese modernization? From cutting-edge technology to green transformation, from smart home devices to autonomous vehicles, Chinese modernization is gradually reshaping our daily lives. How will Chinese modernization impact our era? And what part will you play in this transformative journey? Let's explore the unlimited possibilities of this new era together!</p>
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title: Scientists provide evidence for existence of ancient ocean on Mars
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<p>Chinese researchers have cooperated with their overseas counterparts to identify subsurface dipping reflectors indicative of an ancient prograding shoreline on Mars, according to a recent research article published in the journal PNAS.</p>
<p>The findings offer the most direct subsurface evidence of an ancient ocean on the red planet.</p>
<p>Although orbital images have identified ancient shorelines that suggest the northern lowlands of Mars may once have been covered by an ancient ocean spanning a third of the Martian surface, the hypothesis of an ancient Martian ocean remained controversial.</p>
<p>The controversy is due to the inconsistent elevation distribution of the ancient shorelines inferred from remote sensing data, as well as the impacts, weathering and resurfacing processes that Mars has experienced over the past 4 billion years, which may have distorted or obscured evidence of the ancient ocean's surface.</p>
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<p>The map of Utopia Planitia, Mars rover Zhurong's landing site and four potential ancient shorelines of Mars. /CMG</p>
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<p>China's Mars rover Zhurong successfully landed in southern Utopia Planitia on Mars in May 2021. It had traveled 1,921 meters by May 2022 on the red planet, collecting abundant scientific data.</p>
<p>Zhurong is equipped with a dual-frequency subsurface-penetrating radar system, which is capable of probing subsurface structures and potential water ice deposits.</p>
<p>Through radar data gathered by the rover, the researchers from Guangzhou University, the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Tongji University, the University of California, Berkeley and Pennsylvania State University identified extensive dipping deposits in the subsurface of southern Utopia Planitia.</p>
<p>The reflectors dipped unidirectionally with inclinations in the range from six to 20 degrees and were imaged to a thickness of 10 to 35 meters along an uninterrupted 1.3-kilometer northward shoreline-perpendicular traverse.</p>
<p>These structures were similar to the radar imaging results of coastal sediments on Earth. Their consistency and physical properties ruled out other origins such as aeolian sand dunes or fluvial alluviation.</p>
<p>The structure, thickness, and length of the section supported voluminous supply of onshore sediments into a large body of water, rather than a merely localized and short-lived melt event, the article noted.</p>
<p>Such findings support the existence of an ancient Martian ocean in the northern plains and provide crucial insights into the evolution of the ancient Martian environment.</p>
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title: Chang&amp;#039;e-6 samples provide evidence of "magma ocean" on early moon
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<div><img src="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-28/Chang-e-6-samples-provide-evidence-of-magma-ocean-on-early-moon-1BmmY5jm4cE/img/8899397837de4a75b80091311cc76456/8899397837de4a75b80091311cc76456-750.jpeg" data-sanitized-class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>A new study of the lunar samples collected by China's Chang'e-6 mission has verified the hypothesis that the moon was entirely covered by a molten "magma ocean" in the early stages after its birth. This provides critical evidence for understanding the moon's origin and evolution.</p>
<p>This study, led by a joint research team organized by the China National Space Administration (CNSA), has been published in the latest issue of the journal Science.</p>
<p>The Chang'e-6 mission in 2024 accomplished humanity's first-ever sampling from the far side of the moon, successfully retrieving 1,935.3 grams of lunar material from the Apollo Basin within the South Pole-Aitken (SPA) Basin.</p>
<p>The research team from the Institute of Geology, Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, was given two grams of the Chang'e-6 samples to conduct their research.</p>
<p>The study revealed that the composition of basalt, a type of volcanic rock, from both the far and near sides of the moon proved similar. The basalt present in the Chang'e-6 samples is primarily 2.82 billion years old, and its characteristics support the lunar magma ocean model. The research also suggests that the impact event that created the SPA Basin may have altered the moon's early mantle, according to Liu Dunyi, a senior researcher at the institute.</p>
<p>The lunar magma ocean model was previously established based on samples from the moon's near side. The model proposes that the newborn moon went through a global melting event, creating a vast magma ocean. As this ocean cooled and crystallized, less dense minerals floated to the surface to form the lunar crust, while denser minerals sank to form the mantle. The remaining melt, enriched with incompatible elements, formed the KREEP layer, with the name derived from the initials of the key components, namely potassium (K), rare earth elements (REE), and phosphorus (P), Liu explained.</p>
<p>However, for decades, all lunar samples came from the moon's near side, leaving the model incomplete. "Without samples from the far side, it was like solving a puzzle with half the pieces missing," said Liu, while adding that the far-side samples collected by Chang'e-6 had changed this scenario.</p>
<p>"Our analysis showed that the KREEP layer exists on the moon's far side as well. The similarity in basalt composition between the far and near sides indicates that a global magma ocean may have spanned the entire moon," said Che Xiaochao, an associate researcher at the institute.</p>
<p>The SPA Basin, where Chang'e-6 landed, is no ordinary crater. Stretching 2,500 km, which is comparable to the distance from Beijing to south China's Hainan, and plunging to a depth of 13 km, this colossal scar, formed by a cataclysmic asteroid impact 4.3 billion years ago, is the oldest and largest impact basin in the inner solar system, according to scientists.</p>
<p>Notably, the new study also reveals that the lead isotope evolution paths in basalt from the far and near sides are different. This suggests that different regions of the moon evolved differently after the magma ocean crystallized. Giant impact events, especially the one that created the SPA Basin, likely changed the physical and chemical properties of the moon's mantle, according to Long Tao, another senior researcher in the team.</p>
<p>"In other words, the moon was once covered by a global magma ocean, but later bombardments of asteroids caused different evolution processes on the near and far sides," Long explained.</p>
<p>The research team plans to delve deeper into the moon's early impact history. "The Chang'e-6 sampling site is in the largest and oldest impact basin in the inner solar system, so it may contain records useful for the study of early solar system impacts," Che said. "We also hope to find materials from the moon's mantle."</p>
<p>"Studying the moon's impact history helps us understand Earth's own past, which has been obscured by tectonic activities," Long added.</p>
<p>The CNSA emphasized its commitment to advancing lunar research and sharing scientific findings with the international community.</p>

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<p>Lei Jun, founder and CEO of Xiaomi, speaks during the launch of the electric car Xiaomi SU7 Ultra in Beijing on February 27, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p>Xiaomi's launch of SU7 Ultra on Thursday shakes up the luxury electric sedan market. Priced from 529,900 yuan ($72,931.72), the car is 35 percent lower than its initial pre-order price of 814,900 yuan announced at the end of October. A limited edition of the luxury EV, whose specifications are yet to be disclosed, still sells for 814,900 yuan.</p>
<p>Customers who place orders for the SU7 Ultra before the end of March will receive lifetime free access to Xiaomi's Human-centric Autonomous Driving system (HAD) end-to-end intelligent driving system, typically retailing for 26,000 yuan, said Xiaomi's founder and CEO Lei Jun at the launch event.</p>
<p>He made reference to <a href="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-25/Tesla-to-roll-out-limited-FSD-features-in-China-1BhkP4XUAlG/p.html">Tesla's recent update to its autopilot software</a> in China, which he said "has gone viral over the past two days, but still needs (users) to pay more than 60,000 yuan."</p>
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<p>A Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is seen in a retail store in Zhengzhou, central China's Henan Province on February 27, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p data-sanitized-class="title">A Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is seen in a retail store in Zhengzhou, central China's Henan Province on February 27, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p>The SU7 Ultra boasts a tri-motor powertrain and a track-optimized battery pack, delivering a maximum horsepower of 1,548. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in an impressive 1.98 seconds and has a top speed of 350 km/h. Notably, a high-performance version of the SU7 Ultra set a Nürburgring lap record in November, completing the 20 km track in 6 minutes and 46.874 seconds, surpassing previous records held by the Rimac Nevera and Porsche Taycan Turbo GT.</p>
<p>In comparison, the ZEEKR 001 FR, launched in 2023, features a quad-motor system producing 1,265 horsepower, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.07 seconds, and is priced at approximately 749,000 yuan ($103,000).</p>
<p>ZEEKR has claimed that no other carmaker would be able to manufacture at a similar level within the next five years, but this was quickly challenged by Xiaomi, whose rapid progress in just two years breaks the mold. </p>
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<p>Xiaomi 15 Ultra smartphones are seen in a retail store in Shaoxing, east China's Zhejiang Province, February 27, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p data-sanitized-class="title">Xiaomi 15 Ultra smartphones are seen in a retail store in Shaoxing, east China's Zhejiang Province, February 27, 2025. /VCG</p>
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<p><strong>AI integration</strong></p>
<p>At the same event, Xiaomi unveiled the Xiaomi 15 Ultra smartphone, equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Supreme Edition chip and dual-satellite communication capabilities. </p>
<p>The device features a high-performance antenna array and three communication chips, enhanced by AI for comprehensive scene optimization, significantly improving communication performance and reducing latency in gaming and live streaming. </p>
<p>It supports network-free calls, with two-way communication over distances up to 7 kilometers. In a joint collaboration with China Telecom and Alibaba's workflow application DingTalk, Xiaomi 15 Ultra introduces an innovative satellite data communication feature that enables users to send images and instant messages via the DingTalk app, even when only satellite networks are available. A key aspect of this technology is the AI-enhanced image compression and decompression system on the phone, which significantly reduces data size for transmission. </p>
<p>The phone is also capable of direct satellite connectivity with two different satellite networks, BeiDou and China Telecom's TianTong. Priced from 6,499 yuan, it will be available on March 3.</p>
<p>Xiaomi is planning to invest 30 billion yuan ($4.3 billion) into research and development, with AI-related businesses taking up to one quarter of it, Lei said at the event. </p>
<p>When Lei attended a recent symposium on China's private enterprises, he told China Media Group that he and his company were determined to integrate AI technology into end products. </p>
<p>"We are committed to integrating the latest AI technology into various end products, enabling consumers to experience the wonderful life brought by technology," said Lei.</p>
<p><strong>Read more:</strong> <a href="https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-02-17/Who-are-the-tech-giants-attending-symposium-with-President-Xi--1B4tDVoDREk/p.html">Who are the tech giants attending symposium with President Xi?</a></p>
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<p>A rare astronomical phenomenon will occur on Friday evening: Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune will align almost perfectly in the sky, forming a "seven-planet alignment" visible from Earth.</p>
<p>Although this is due to the planets' orbital paths aligning by chance, the alignment is the most precise in 300 years, with a span of 117°.</p>
<p>In the Northern Hemisphere, three of the brightest planets – Jupiter, Venus and Mars – will be visible to the naked eye.</p>
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<p>This alignment is the result of the planets' unique positioning within our solar system. While their orbits are elliptical, they lie roughly within the same plane, meaning they align from Earth's perspective at certain times.</p>
<p>This event is rare because the planets not only appear near each other but also align in a specific, narrow time window. The last occurrence of such a precise alignment was over 300 years ago, and the next won't happen for some time.</p>
<p>The alignment will be visible to the naked eye across much of the Northern Hemisphere. About 30 minutes after sunset, Venus, Jupiter and Mars will shine brightly in the western sky. The planets will gradually align, offering an unforgettable view.</p>
<p>Visibility will be best in areas with clear skies and minimal light pollution. In cities, it may be harder to spot all planets, but Saturn, Uranus and Neptune can be seen with a telescope.</p>
<p>Whether using binoculars, a telescope or just your eyes, this seven-planet alignment offers a rare chance to witness a phenomenon that only happens once every few centuries. It's a reminder of the vast beauty of our solar system.</p>
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<p>China and Pakistan on Friday signed a cooperation agreement in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, on the spaceflight of a Pakistani astronaut to China's space station.</p>
<p>The selection process will last for about a year, and the Pakistani astronauts will join in a comprehensive and systematic training camp in China.</p>
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<p>Muhammad Yousuf Khan (L), chairman of SUPARCO, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (C) and Lin Xiqiang, deputy director of CMSA, at the signing ceremony in Islamabad, Pakistan, February 28, 2025. /CMG</p>
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<p data-sanitized-class="title">Muhammad Yousuf Khan (L), chairman of SUPARCO, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (C) and Lin Xiqiang, deputy director of CMSA, at the signing ceremony in Islamabad, Pakistan, February 28, 2025. /CMG</p>
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<p>The signing ceremony took place at the Prime Minister's Office of Pakistan. In the presence of Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Lin Xiqiang, deputy director of the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA), and Muhammad Yousuf Khan, chairman of the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), signed the agreement.</p>
<p>According to the mission planning of China's space station, a Pakistani astronaut will join Chinese astronauts for short-term missions at the space station in the coming years.</p>
<p>This cooperation agreement provides a model for more developing countries to participate in international manned space cooperation. It is expected to inspire more nations to collaborate in exploring the mysteries of the universe and contribute to writing new chapters for the benefit of all humanity.</p>
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title: One Voice Children&amp;#039;s Choir sends love vibes across China
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<p><em><strong>Editor's Note:</strong></em> On the eve of the Chinese New Year, soul-stirring songs and heartfelt melodies have captivated Chinese audiences as U.S.-based One Voice Children's Choir toured China's major cities for the second time from Dec 27 to Jan 13 and interacted with local young people. In this edition of The Hub, Wang Guan talks to Masa Fukuda, Tanner DeWaal, and Michelle Boothe, the artistic and managerial brains behind the choir, to discuss how this unique connection has left a lasting impression on them. The choir's performance of a Chinese song at Beijing's Temple of Heaven was a highlight that took China's social media by storm. It was intended as a gesture of respect and appreciation for the country's culture and history. "There's so many amazing things happening in China," notes Tanner, as he deplores that too often U.S. media make negative reports and "sensationalize" news about China.</p>
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