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Chinese president to visit Russia, Kazakstan, Belarus,attend WWII celebration in Moscow
Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay a visit to Kazakstan, Russia and Belarus, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced on Monday morning.
Xi calls on building community of shared destiny across Taiwan Strait
Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, called for both sides of the Taiwan Strait to build a community of shared destiny and settle political differences through equal consultations.
Death toll climbs to 7250 in Nepal quake
The official death toll from the April 25th earthquake has now climbed to over 7000. 14,000 people have been injured. At least 14 historic buildings have been destroyed or severely damaged.
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China medical team helps prevent disease in Nepal
The Chinese government has announced plans to provide more relief assistance to Nepal.The assistance will be focused on epidemic prevention.Medical officials in Nepal are warning of a potential outbreak of disease, as tens-of-thousands are still being forced to live outdoors following Saturday´s quake.
Rescuers brave danger to reach remote Tibetan village
In the remote villages of the quake-stricken Tibet, means of access might mean the difference between life and deaths for hundreds. The remote village of Laojiang lies 20 kilometers from the nearest town, Gyirong, a small dwelling with 14 households and a population of 74. It was cut off from the outside world since the earthquake. But a brave and determined team of rescuers has changed that.
CPC, KMT leaders meet in Beijing
Xi Jinping, the General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, has held talks with Eric Chu, Chairman of Taiwan´s Kuomintang Party.
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Anti-racism demonstrations turn violent in Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv saw intense clashes between police and protesters through the night Sunday, as a rally in support of the Ethiopian community against police brutality and racism turned violent, transforming the center of the city into a veritable war zone.
Cuban president Paul Castro on three-day visit to Algeria
Cuban President Raul Castro began on Sunday a three day visit to Algeria at the invitation of his Algerian counterpart Abdelaziz Bouteflika.The two heads of state will ´exchange views on international hotspot issues, particularly in Africa, Arab region and the Americas.´
Officer: 2 gunmen killed at cartoon conference in Texas
In the US state of Texas, two gunmen have been shot dead after opening fire outside a conference on cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad in a suburb of Dallas.
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China´s property prices experience slight drop in Q1
The average price for new properties in one hundred major Chinese cities experienced a 0.01 percent year-on-year drop in April. That figure by the China Index Academy points to lackluster demand AND supply in the country´s property market in the first quarter.
Putin gives nod to Eastern Route gas supply agreement with China
Russian President Vladmir Putin has ratified what´s being called the Eastern Route gas supply agreement with China.
Taiwan service sector seeks support from mainland
In the past, most Taiwan businesses coming to the Chinese mainland have been manufacturers. But Taiwan´s service sector is also getting interested in the mainland market and it´s calling for more support.
Xi calls on building community of shared destiny across Taiwan Strait
Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, called for both sides of the Taiwan Strait to build a community of shared destiny and settle political differences through equal consultations.
President Xi to visit Russia, Kazakstan, Belarus,attend WWII celebration in Moscow
Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay a visit to Kazakstan, Russia and Belarus, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced on Monday morning.
Abe´s irresponsible remarks in U.S. trip draw domestic, international outcry
Japanese PM Shinzo Abe wrapped up his week-long visit to the United States on Sunday. However, his irresponsible remarks and the attitude of distorting history released during the trip have drawn widespread criticism.
