China-South Asia Expo important platform for South-South trade cooperation: Sri Lankan official
The China-South Asia Exposition serves as an important platform for South-South trade cooperation, and will create valuable opportunities for Sri Lanka and other countries in the region to fully tap the potential of each other's markets, said Charita Yattogoda, head of the trade
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Gaokao signals shifts in China's manufacturing talent
The national college entrance exam, also known as gaokao, has become one of the most consequential tests in the world. This year, 12.9 million students sat for it. The questions themselves - especially in Chinese and mathematics - have sparked widespread discussion.
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Global South experts laud China's exemplary role in advancing human rights through development during tour in Chongqing
The Human Rights Action in China · 2026 Chongqing Tour hosted by China's State Council Information Office just concluded with human rights experts from 20 countries and international organizations, including Peru, Nepal, Argentina and the African Union, gathered in Southwest China's Chongqing over
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Libya's peak tuna season revitalizes markets, sustains fisheries sector
During the current peak season for tuna, fish markets across Libya's capital Tripoli are bustling with activity, as abundant supplies and relatively affordable prices lure shoppers away from other costlier meats and seafood.
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Foreign workers' plight exposes Japan' disregard for human rights
To address this shortage, the Japanese government has gradually relaxed restrictions on foreign labor entry.
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Colombian commission weighs suspending president until June 21: media
Colombia's Commission of Investigation and Accusation is considering suspension of President Gustavo Petro from his duties until June 21, according to media reports on Wednesday citing a statement.
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Kuwait condemns Iranian strikes amid tit-for-tat attacks between Iran, US
KUWAIT CITY, June 10 (Xinhua) -- Kuwait on Wednesday strongly condemned what it described as a renewed Iranian attack on its territory.In a statement posted on social media platform X, Kuwait's Foreign Ministry called the attack, which Iran said targeted regional U.S. military bases, a dangerous escalation that threatens civilian lives and critical infrastructure.The Foreign Ministry said the attacks violated Kuwait's sovereignty, breached international law, and undermined ongoing efforts to ease regional tensions.Earlier on Wednesday, the Kuwaiti Army said its air defense systems were engaging hostile aerial targets.The developments came amid escalating regional tensions as the United States launched fresh strikes on Iran from Tuesday to Wednesday, triggering Tehran's attacks on U.S. bases in neighbouring countries.
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Indonesia's Pertamina raises non-subsidized Pertamax gasoline price by 32 pct
Indonesian state-owned energy company Pertamina said it has raised the price of its widely used Pertamax gasoline, a non-subsidized fuel grade, by around 32 percent, with the new price taking effect on Wednesday.
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World Bank, Mozambique sign 450-mln-USD financing agreements
The Mozambican government has signed five financing agreements with the World Bank worth a total of 450 million U.S. dollars to enhance social protection, economic resilience and sustainable development.
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US May CPI rises to highest level since May 2023
The U.S. consumer price index (CPI) rose 4.2 percent year on year in May, marking its highest level since May 2023, as energy prices remained high, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics on Wednesday.
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Ministry Minutes | China urges calm as US-Iran exchanges escalate across Middle East
China on Wednesday urged all parties to exercise restraint and pursue a cease-fire after the United States struck Iran and Iran retaliated against US bases across the Middle East.
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Namibia's state oil firm welcomes new offshore oil discovery
Namibia's state-owned oil company, the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR), on Wednesday welcomed the announcement of a new offshore oil discovery in the country's deep-water Orange Basin.
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Trump warns Iran over delayed talks, says new strikes possible
U.S. President Donald Trump has said that Iran has taken too long to negotiate a deal over the Mideast conflict and will now "have to pay the price."
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Iran reports 54 seafarer deaths, 253 vessels destroyed since conflict began
Iran said on Wednesday that 54 seafarers had been killed, 66 injured and seven remained missing in maritime incidents linked to the conflict and related maritime restrictions, according to figures presented at a meeting of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
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