Chinese premier urges constructive actions in global economic, trade cooperation
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called on the international community to take constructive actions in international economic and trade cooperation.
Jun 25, 2025•5 min
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China activates emergency response to flooding in Chongqing, Guizhou
China has launched an emergency response to flooding in Chongqing and Guizhou as the two southwestern regions brace for a new round of rainfall.
Jun 25, 2025•5 min
China reaffirms commitment to achieving stability in Middle East
Beijing says it is closely following developments in the Middle East, and hopes for a ceasefire as soon as possible. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun says military means cannot bring peace, and dialogue is the right path forward.
Jun 24, 2025•5 min
Iran denies renewing hostilities after Israel accuses Tehran of violating ceasefire
Israel has vowed retaliation after accusing Iran of violating the ceasefire by initiating a new round of attacks. Iranian state media has denied the claim.
Jun 24, 2025•5 min
China to mark 80 years of victory against Japanese aggression, fascism
China will hold a military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
Jun 24, 2025•5 min
Iran targets U.S. base in Qatar with missiles
Qatar says it has intercepted multiple Iranian missiles over its capital in an attack Tehran claimed was aimed at U.S. forces at an air base.
Jun 24, 2025•5 min
Putin slams U.S. strikes as he meets with Iranian FM
Putin has condemned the U.S. strikes on Iran, calling them unprovoked aggression without justification.
Jun 23, 2025•5 min
China urges efforts to cool tensions after Iran threatens to close Strait of Hormuz
Beijing says the Persian Gulf and its surrounding waters are important channels for international trade, and that maintaining security and stability in the region serves the common good.
Jun 23, 2025•5 min
Chinese UN envoy condemns U.S. strikes on Iran nuke sites
China's permanent representative to the United Nations Fu Cong has condemned the United States for its strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
Jun 23, 2025•5 min
Damage to Iran's nuclear facility unclear, no off-site radiation increase: IAEA
The UN nuclear watchdog says it is still impossible for now to assess the extent of damage to Iran's Fordow uranium enrichment facility caused by U.S. aerial attacks.
Jun 23, 2025•5 min
China condemns U.S. attack on Iranian nuclear facilities
China has condemned the U.S. attack on Iran and bombing of its nuclear facilities under the safeguards of the IAEA.
Jun 22, 2025•5 min
Iran fires missiles into Israel following US strikes on nuclear sites
Iran has launched missile strikes against Israel after US President Donald Trump announced that US forces had struck Iran’s three main nuclear sites, while Israel says it has begun fresh attacks on military targets in western Iran.
Jun 22, 2025•5 min
UN chief "gravely" alarmed by U.S. overnight strikes on Iran
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed grave concern over the use of force against Iran, warning that it is a dangerous escalation in a region already on the edge and a direct threat to international peace and security.
Jun 22, 2025•5 min
Trump announces "successful" U.S. strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites
U.S. President Donald Trump says the U.S. military has completed what he calls a "very successful" attack on three nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan.
Jun 22, 2025•5 min
Iran says ready to meet European officials again, no negotiations with US
Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi says he expressed "readiness to meet again in the near future" after what he calls "serious but respectful" talks with top European diplomats in Geneva.
Jun 21, 2025•5 min
Chinese vice premier urges more efforts toward multipolar world
Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang has met Russian President Vladimir Putin and urged the two countries to contribute more to a multipolar world and inclusive economic globalization.
Jun 21, 2025•5 min
U.S. judge blocks Trump's effort to stop Harvard hosting foreign students
A U.S. federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's bid to prevent Harvard University from enrolling international students.
Jun 21, 2025•5 min
Europe, Iran ready to meet again after Geneva talks end with limited results
The international community is calling for restraint as European foreign ministers meet with their Iranian counterpart in Geneva, Switzerland. The escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran have entered its second week, with both sides continuously trading fire.
Jun 21, 2025•5 min
Thai PM meets army commander after leaked phone call
Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has held talks with the army commander, days after she was heard criticizing military leaders in a leaked phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen.
Jun 20, 2025•5 min
President Xi urges greater development of China-New Zealand ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for further development of China-New Zealand relations as their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership enters a new decade.
Jun 20, 2025•5 min
Hurricane Erick makes landfall in Oaxaca, Mexico
Communities across southern Mexico have started clean-up work, after Hurricane Erick slammed into the country's Pacific coast.
Jun 20, 2025•5 min
New Zealand eases transit rules for Chinese travelers
New Zealand is simplifying transit procedures and lowering costs for Chinese travelers to enhance tourism and trade.
Jun 20, 2025•5 min
Chinese, Russian leaders stress ceasefire, dialogue in Middle East
Chinese President Xi Jinping says the countries involved in the conflicts in the Middle East, especially Israel, should stop attacks as soon as possible to prevent escalation and spill-over.
Jun 19, 2025•5 min
China opposes use of force, urges Israel to stop attacks: ministry
China says it opposes any action that violates a country's sovereignty or territorial integrity. A foreign ministry spokesperson also called on Israel to immediately stop hostilities for the interests of the people in the region.
Jun 19, 2025•5 min
China expands zero-tariff policy for least developed countries
China has notified the World Trade Organization of its expanded zero-tariff policy for least developed countries that maintain diplomatic relations with Beijing.
Jun 19, 2025•5 min
U.S. Fed keeps interest rates unchanged
The U.S. Federal Reserve has left the target range for the federal funds rates unchanged at 4.25 percent to 4.5 percent.
Jun 19, 2025•5 min
Iran will never surrender: supreme leader
Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei says his country will never surrender under Israeli airstrikes.
Jun 18, 2025•5 min
No agreements on Ukraine, Iran at G7 Summit
The G7 Summit in Canada has failed to reach an agreement on the Ukraine conflict or a unified statement calling for de-escalation in the Israel-Iran crisis.
Jun 18, 2025•5 min
China to set up international operation center for digital RMB
China's central bank governor Pan Gongsheng says the country will establish an international operation center for the digital RMB.
Jun 18, 2025•5 min
Xi urges China, Central Asian countries to promote high-quality Belt and Road cooperation
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on China and Central Asian countries to promote high-quality Belt and Road cooperation.
Jun 18, 2025•5 min
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