China declares has Taiwan has no basis, reason or right to participate in 79th WHA conference

Guo said that due to the stubborn adherence to the separatist stance of “Taiwan independence” by Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities, the political foundation of the Taiwan region to participate in the WHA no longer exists.

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Why May Day outbound Chinese tourists are travelling more to Africa and Europe as consumer confidence peaks

Why May Day outbound Chinese tourists are travelling more to Africa and Europe as consumer confidence peaks

In the Italian city of Florence, Jacopo Vicini, the city’s deputy mayor for economic development and tourism, observed that Chinese visitors seek artisanal crafts and unique luxury experiences.

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Industry leader: China’s zero-tariff policy will enhance Africa’s export confidence, global trade stability

Industry leader: China’s zero-tariff policy will enhance Africa’s export confidence, global trade stability

The initiative comes at a critical time for Africa’s agricultural expansion, particularly for South Africa’s fast-growing citrus sector, he said.

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Are Chinese innovations dwarfing American AI? Why dark-money campaign is rewarding influencers to frame foreign AI as a threat

Are Chinese innovations dwarfing American AI? Why dark-money campaign is rewarding influencers to frame foreign AI as a threat

Marketing agencies are pitching influencers deals such as $5,000 per TikTok video to amplify Build American AI’s messaging about how China’s technological rise should be seen as a threat.

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Bitter, spicy, sour and sweet: How Africa’s flavours are conquering receptive Chinese markets

Bitter, spicy, sour and sweet: How Africa’s flavours are conquering receptive Chinese markets

Today, Ethiopia churns out 600,000 tonnes of coffee a year. For some 25 million people – roughly a fifth of the population – it is the bedrock of their livelihood and the country’s premier export.

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For 45 years, Chinese medical team brings healing, hope to Djibouti

For 45 years, Chinese medical team brings healing, hope to Djibouti

Outside the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) clinic, patients lined up early for treatment that brought relief to many. Inside, Chinese doctors moved from bed to bed, placing acupuncture needles, reviewing case files and attending to patients with practiced efficiency. “This is my 11th acupuncture treatment, and I feel much better now,” a local resident surnamed Rida said.

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New window opens for Cote d’Ivoire’s ‘white gold’ when China’s zero-tariff policy comes into force next month

New window opens for Cote d’Ivoire’s ‘white gold’ when China’s zero-tariff policy comes into force next month

Since entering Cote d’Ivoire in 2018, Mainland Group has invested in several rubber processing factories, with a total capacity of about 480,000 tonnes. “Our five factories directly employ around 2,500 people,” said Zhang Liang, deputy general manager of the group.

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Chinese President Jinping joins push for Middle East peace and stability with four-point proposal

Chinese President Jinping joins push for Middle East peace and stability with four-point proposal

It is imperative to promote the building of a common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security architecture for the Middle East and the Gulf region, he noted.

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Ethiopia’s largest and oldest university partners with regional bureaus to teach Chinese language

Ethiopia’s largest and oldest university partners with regional bureaus to teach Chinese language

Amid deepening Sino-Ethiopian ties, interest in studying the Chinese language is growing rapidly among Ethiopians, particularly the country’s youth.

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China’s says its recently launched 15th Five-Year Plan guarantees it steady, long-term growth of modernisation

China’s says its recently launched 15th Five-Year Plan guarantees it steady, long-term growth of modernisation

As a new driver of future development, new quality productive forces should be cultivated in line with local conditions. It is necessary to leverage local resource endowments, industrial foundations and research capabilities to selectively foster emerging industries, new business models and new growth drivers.

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