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Ministry moments | China always upholds a fair and impartial stance and supports all efforts that contribute to peace: ministry
China believes in dialogue and negotiation as the way to address regional hotspot issues and differences among parties, and opposes the threat or use of force, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Wednesday at a daily briefing in response to questions about the situation in the Middle East.
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Ministry Minutes | Japan's obstruction of 'comfort women' statues sparks public outrage: foreign ministry
The Japanese government's obstruction of plans to erect "comfort women" statues in various countries has sparked strong public outrage among civic groups and people from various sectors, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.
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UAE president, US state secretary discuss US-Iran MoU, regional security
ABU DHABI, June 24 (Xinhua) -- President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday discussed the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding (MoU) and regional security, local media reported.The two sides reviewed the MoU, efforts to ensure full and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, and the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the region, UAE-based Khaleej Times said.Rubio is on a visit to the UAE, the first stop on his Gulf tour, which also includes Kuwait.Iran and the United States signed a MoU last week aimed at easing regional tensions and facilitating the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy shipping route.
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Israeli DM says military to remain in S. Lebanon even if US demands withdrawal
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Wednesday that the Israeli military will not withdraw from southern Lebanon, even if there is a demand from the United States.
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South African acting police minister issues warning ahead of anti-migrant deadline
South Africa's acting police minister, Firoz Cachalia, warned on Monday of decisive action against any lawbreakers as the government tightened security ahead of a June 30 deadline set by anti-immigration groups for undocumented foreigners to leave the country.
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Pakistani PM says he will visit Iran next week
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said at a joint press conference with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday that he will visit Iran next week to pay respects to late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and reaffirm Pakistan's solidarity with Iran.
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Pakistan, Iran presidents reaffirm commitment to stronger bilateral ties, regional peace
Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari and visiting Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and promoting peace and stability in the region, Pakistan's Presidency said in a statement.
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Seminar in Kenya promotes opportunities at China's import expo
A seminar promoting the ninth China International Import Expo (CIIE), scheduled to open in Shanghai on Nov. 5, was held in the Kenyan capital of Nairobi on Tuesday, highlighting opportunities for Kenyan businesses to access the Chinese market and expand exports to China.
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Enhanced Chinese market access can transform Pakistan's digital sector, says expert
As Pakistan's technology industry gathers momentum and its young digital workforce expands, greater access to the Chinese market could unlock new opportunities for startups, freelancers and small businesses while opening a new chapter in China-Pakistan economic cooperation, according to a Pakistani
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Visegrad leaders pledge to revitalize regional cooperation at Hungary summit
Leaders of the Visegrad Group (V4) countries pledged on Tuesday to strengthen regional cooperation and improve coordination on European Union (EU) affairs during a summit held in Godollo, Hungary.
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US soybean export council CEO says participation in CISCE aims to maintain, strengthen supply chain with China; remarks show US industry's high importance attached to China market: Chinese expert
"[Participating in the China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE)] is able to maintain and build the relationships we have between the US soy industry, starting with our US soy farmers, going through our export supply chain, and then connecting with people here in China that use US soy. So we
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Kremlin dismisses claims BRICS is developing alternative to USD
Claims that BRICS is hatching plans to create an alternative currency to the U.S. dollar are "incorrect," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Wednesday."
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Lebanese president says efforts underway to consolidate ceasefire in south
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Wednesday that efforts are underway to consolidate the ceasefire in southern Lebanon, according to a presidency statement.
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Oman opens temporary shipping routes in Strait of Hormuz
Oman has announced the opening of temporary shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, the country's Maritime Security Center said on Wednesday in a social media post.
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