By He Yin, People’s Daily China’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew 4.8 percent year on year in the first three quarters of 2024, according to data recently released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This growth, ranking among the top performers among major global economies, has laid a solid foundation for China to achieve […]
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Upgraded FTA will contribute more to win-win cooperation between China, ASEAN
By He Yin, People’s Daily The substantial conclusion of the Version 3.0 China-ASEAN Free Trade Area (FTA) upgrade negotiations was recently announced. This signified a further deepening of economic and trade cooperation between China and ASEAN, representing a significant step of the two sides in leading the economic integration in East Asia, and sending a […]
China injects certainty, positive energy into world economic development
By He Yin, People’s Daily China’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew 4.8 percent year on year in the first three quarters of 2024, according to data recently released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This growth, ranking among the top performers among major global economies, has laid a solid foundation for China to achieve […]
China’s homegrown AS700 manned airship to kick off commercial operation
By Qiu Chaoyi, People’s Daily At the foot of Moon Hill in Yangshuo county, Guilin, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, China’s first homegrown AS700 civil manned airship, dubbed “Xiangyun,” gracefully took to the skies. After soaring over several scenic spots, the sleek and white airship smoothly landed, marking the successful conclusion of its trial […]
IMF Approves $1.1 Billion Support for Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $1.1 billion loan disbursement for Ukraine, providing crucial budget support as the country continues to face the devastating impacts of the Russian invasion. This payment is part of a larger 4-year, $15.5 billion aid program, bringing the total funds disbursed to $8.7 billion. IMF Managing Director Kristalina […]
Iran Warns Israel of Retaliation Over Potential Attacks on Nuclear and Oil Infrastructure
Iran has issued a strong warning to Israel, cautioning against any attacks on its nuclear or oil facilities amid the ongoing conflict. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that any assault on Iran’s infrastructure would trigger a more severe response from Tehran. The warning follows Israel’s consideration of countermeasures after Iran’s missile strike on October […]
Israeli Strike Disrupts Main Road to Syria Amid Rising Tensions with Hezbollah
Lebanon reported on Friday that an Israeli airstrike cut off its main international route to Syria, following accusations from Israel that Hezbollah was transporting weapons through the country’s primary land border crossing. The strike marks the latest escalation in the conflict, which has seen 310,000 people—mostly Syrians—flee Lebanon for safety in Syria amid rising tensions […]
Iran Summons Envoys Amid Escalating Israel-Lebanon Conflict as Airstrikes Intensify
Beirut Bombarded by Israeli ForcesOn Thursday, Israel intensified its military actions against Hezbollah, targeting their intelligence headquarters in Beirut, Lebanon. This marks the continuation of Israeli ground raids into southern Lebanon, a region heavily controlled by Hezbollah. Airstrikes and bombings have ravaged areas across the country, leaving over 1,000 dead, according to Lebanon’s health ministry, […]
UK Becomes First G7 Nation to End Coal Power, Marks Shift to Clean Energy
The United Kingdom has officially closed the chapter on coal-fired power, ending its 142-year history of coal use for electricity generation. As of September 30, 2024, the country decommissioned its last coal power plant, making the UK the first G7 nation to eliminate coal from its energy mix. This milestone marks a significant step in […]
Body of Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah Recovered After Israeli Airstrike
The body of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike in southern Beirut, has been recovered, according to a source close to the militant group. The airstrike, which occurred on Friday, also resulted in the death of Ali Karake, a top commander in southern Lebanon, as confirmed by Hezbollah on Sunday. […]