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- Today59 min
US, Russia, Ukraine meet in Abu Dhabi for fresh peace talks
The 9th China International Import Expo has wrapped up in Shanghai with intended transaction volume exceeding 85 billion US dollars, setting a record high . Negotiators from Washington, Moscow, and Kyiv are meeting for a new round of talks aimed at ending the long-running Ukraine conflict . The World Meteorological Organization warns that a very strong El Nino could intensify global extreme weather well into 2027 .
- Yesterday59 min
China's import expo spurs cross-border business deals
The China International Import Expo has secured hundreds of cooperation agreements, boosting trade and investment . The US president says renewed large-scale strikes on Iran are highly unlikely as long as negotiations progress . Delegations from nearly 200 countries are meeting in Antalya for the COP31 UN climate conference .
- 4 days ago59 min
Xi meets Gabonese, Austrian leaders after their CIIE attendance
The Chinese president has met with his Gabonese counterpart and the Austrian chancellor, both of whom had earlier attended the China International Import Expo in Shanghai . The US defense secretary has vowed to fight efforts in Congress to impeach him . China has unveiled new tools and programs to advance marine conservation and global ocean governance .
- 5 days ago59 min
Latest CIIE draws record number of new product debuts
The 9th China International Import Expo has opened in Shanghai, attracting more than 4,000 overseas exhibitors and featuring a record new product, technology, and service debuts . Iran says the partisan shift after the US midterm elections will not change Washington's hostility toward Tehran . The 2026 World Ocean Week in Xiamen aims to promote global maritime cooperation and the sustainable use of marine resources .
- 6 days ago59 min
Democrats retake US Congress with historic midterm wins
The US Democratic Party has scored historic victories in the midterm elections to regain control of both chambers of Congress . Russia and Ukraine are preparing for US-mediated peace talks next week . Wednesday marks the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement, a landmark climate treaty aimed at limiting global warming .
- 1 weeks ago59 min
China calls for dialogue, cooperation to restore Middle East peace
China's top diplomat has called for dialogue and negotiation to resolve Middle East conflicts during talks with Iranian and Saudi officials in Beijing . Congressional candidates in the US have made their final arguments to voters ahead of Tuesday's midterm elections . China's central bank has conducted the third operation of the Securities, Funds, and Insurance companies Swap Facility .
- 1 weeks ago59 min
President Xi vows closer cooperation with Oman on regional peace
The Chinese president has told the visiting Omani sultan that Beijing is willing to strengthen coordination with Arab countries to restore peace and achieve lasting stability in the Middle East . Iran says two oil tankers have caught fire after hitting mines in the Strait of Hormuz while transiting what it calls an unauthorized route . A UN environment official has shared her thoughts on China's marine ecosystem restoration efforts and lessons for global conservation .
- 1 weeks ago59 min
CPC vows stronger Party building, anti-corruption efforts
The CPC has pledged to strengthen Party building in emerging sectors and step up efforts to combat corruption . The Chinese president has held meetings with his Swiss and German counterparts in Beijing . Spain is in the middle of a three-day mourning period for 69 people killed in a high-speed train crash .
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