China’s equipment manufacturing, led by shipbuilding, drives export growth in first half of 2026
“Since the beginning of 2026, China’s equipment manufacturing industry has demonstrated characteristics of a solid foundation, multiple growth highlights and strong external demand,” Wang said.
US Presidents Trump hosts DRC and Rwanda presidents to sign peace deal for in eastern Congo, Kenya attends as guarantor
Lauded by the White House as a “historic” agreement brokered by Trump, the so-called Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity between Presidents Felix Tshisekedi of Congo and Paul Kagame of Rwanda follows months-long peace efforts by the US and partners, including the African Union and Qatar, and finalizes an earlier deal signed in June.