2025-1-20 Xinwen Lianbo Text Version
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2025-1-20 Xinwen Lianbo Text Version

CPC Central Committee Political Bureau Holds Meeting, General Secretary Xi Jinping Presides

CPC Central Committee Political Bureau Holds Meeting to Deliberate on "Comprehensive Report on the Work of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee Hearing and Reviewing Reports from the Leading Party Members' Groups of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, the State Council, the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee, the Supreme People's Court, and the Supreme People's Procuratorate, and the Work Report of the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee" and "Opinions on Comprehensively Promoting Ecological Protection and High-Quality Development in the Yellow River Basin" Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, Presides Over the Meeting CCTV News (Xinwen Lianbo): The Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee held a meeting on January 20 to deliberate on the "Comprehensive Report on the Work of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee Hearing and Reviewing Reports from the Leading Party Members' Groups of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, the State Council, the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee, the Supreme People's Court, and the Supreme People's Procuratorate, and the Work Report of the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee" and "Opinions on Comprehensively Promoting Ecological Protection and High-Quality Development in the Yellow River Basin." Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, presided over the meeting. The meeting fully affirmed the work of the leading Party members' groups of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, the State Council, the CPPCC National Committee, the Supreme People's Court, and the Supreme People's Procuratorate, as well as the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee, in 2024, and approved their work arrangements for 2025. The meeting held that over the past year, the five leading Party members' groups have adhered to the guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, resolutely upheld the authority of the CPC Central Committee and its centralized, unified leadership, strengthened their mission and responsibility, conscientiously performed their duties, reinforced their own Party group building, and earnestly fulfilled their primary responsibility for exercising full and strict Party self-governance, making new contributions to comprehensively advancing the building of a strong country and the great cause of national rejuvenation through Chinese modernization. Under the leadership of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and its Standing Committee, the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee has fulfilled its duties and actively performed its functions, doing a great deal of work in promoting the implementation of relevant decisions and deployments of the CPC Central Committee, strengthening the building of intra-Party regulations, guiding the building and reform of mass organizations, and rectifying formalism to ease the burden on primary-level organizations. The meeting emphasized that in the new year, the five leading Party members' groups should adhere to the guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, uphold the centralized and unified leadership of the CPC Central Committee as the highest political principle, and ensure unity in thought, consistency in direction, and strict obedience to orders. They should establish and practice a correct understanding of performance, prioritize action, strive for progress and excellence, jointly promote reform initiatives, and solidly advance high-quality development, demonstrating new responsibilities and new achievements on the new journey of comprehensively advancing Chinese modernization. The Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee should fulfill its own responsibilities, enhance its political capabilities, ensure the implementation of key tasks, strictly strengthen its own building, and high-quality complete all tasks assigned by the CPC Central Committee. The meeting pointed out that ecological protection and high-quality development of the Yellow River Basin is a millennium project concerning the great rejuvenation and sustainable development of the Chinese nation. It is necessary to deeply understand the strategic intentions of the CPC Central Committee, firmly grasp the strategic requirements of emphasizing protection and focusing on governance, and take further comprehensive deepening of reforms as the driving force to promote the full implementation of the Yellow River Protection Law, respect the laws of nature, focus on handling the relationship between water and population, food, and energy, and promote a comprehensive green transformation of development methods. The meeting emphasized the need to continuously improve the grand pattern of ecological protection and collaborative governance in the Yellow River Basin, systematically enhance water conservation capacity in the upper reaches, strengthen soil and water conservation in the middle reaches, and promote wetland protection and ecological governance in the lower reaches. Water resources must be taken as the greatest rigid constraint, and the potential for water saving must be deeply explored. Efforts must be unremitting to ensure the long-term peace and stability of the Yellow River, ensuring the safety of important dikes, reservoirs, and infrastructure. It is necessary to comprehensively deepen reforms and expand opening up, strengthen alignment with regional strategies such as the Western Development and Central Rise, and continuously achieve new results in high-quality development. It is also necessary to protect, inherit, and promote Yellow River culture, strengthen holistic and systematic protection of cultural heritage, inherit historical context and national roots, and promote integrated development of culture and tourism. The Central Leading Group for Regional Coordinated Development should strengthen overall coordination and supervision, relevant central departments should increase support, and Party committees and governments at all levels in the Yellow River Basin provinces and autonomous regions should earnestly fulfill their primary responsibilities, resolutely implement the decisions and deployments of the CPC Central Committee, solidly advance the implementation of key tasks, and promote the implementation of major reform initiatives. The meeting also discussed other matters.

Xi Jinping Extends New Year Greetings to Non-CPC Personages on Behalf of CPC Central Committee

As the traditional Chinese festival of the Year of the Yi-Si Snake Spring Festival approaches, Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, President of the People's Republic of China, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, on the afternoon of January 20, gathered with leaders of various non-CPC political parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and representatives of prominent non-Party individuals at the Great Hall of the People to celebrate the festive occasion. On behalf of the CPC Central Committee, Xi Jinping extended sincere greetings and New Year blessings to all non-CPC political parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, prominent non-Party individuals, and all members of the united front. Wang Huning, Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Chairman of the CPPCC National Committee, and Cai Qi, Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Director of the General Office of the CPC Central Committee, attended the event. Zheng Jianbang, Chairman of the Revolutionary Committee of the Chinese Kuomintang Central Committee; Ding Zhongli, Chairman of the China Democratic League Central Committee; Hao Mingjin, Chairman of the China National Democratic Construction Association Central Committee; Cai Dafeng, Chairman of the China Association for Promoting Democracy Central Committee; He Wei, Chairman of the Chinese Peasants and Workers Democratic Party Central Committee; Jiang Zuojun, Chairman of the China Zhi Gong Party Central Committee; Wu Weihua, Chairman of the Jiusan Society Central Committee; Su Hui, Chairman of the Taiwan Democratic Self-Government League Central Committee; Gao Yunlong, Chairman of the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce; and non-Party representatives Xie Xiaoliang and Xu Weigang were invited to attend. Also invited were He Houhua and Leung Chun-ying, Vice Chairmen of the CPPCC National Committee, and former chairmen, first vice chairmen, and executive vice chairmen of various non-CPC political parties and the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce who have retired from their leadership positions. Cai Dafeng delivered a speech on behalf of the central committees of various non-CPC political parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and prominent non-Party individuals. He stated that in 2024, the CPC Central Committee, with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core, united and led the entire Party and people of all ethnic groups, upholding the banner and forging ahead, successfully convened the Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, made major decisions to further comprehensively deepen reforms and advance Chinese modernization, calmly responded to challenges, and achieved hard-won new successes in reform and development. In the new year, all non-CPC political parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and prominent non-Party individuals should consciously maintain a high degree of consistency with the CPC Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core, focus on the central work of the Party and the state, pool wisdom and strength, offer advice and suggestions, and jointly write a new chapter in building a strong country and achieving national rejuvenation. After listening to Cai Dafeng's speech, Xi Jinping delivered an important speech. He emphasized that 2024 was a year of overcoming difficulties and forging ahead. Over the past year, the CPC Central Committee united and led the entire Party and people of all ethnic groups, calmly responded to changes and adopted comprehensive measures, successfully completing the main goals and tasks for economic and social development, and making new solid strides in Chinese modernization. We guided all levels and sectors to correctly grasp favorable and unfavorable factors, maintained strategic resolve, and strengthened confidence in victory. We effectively implemented existing policies, vigorously introduced a package of incremental policies, and solidly promoted high-quality development, leading to a rebound and improvement in China's economy, with a GDP growth of 5%. We strengthened independent innovation, achieved a series of new breakthroughs in cutting-edge technologies, and vigorously promoted the development of new quality productive forces. We further comprehensively deepened reforms, focused on coordinated progress in various undertakings, ensured solid livelihood protection, and the people gained a greater sense of fulfillment. We coordinated development and security, and overall social stability was maintained. We deeply promoted major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics, injecting more positive energy into maintaining world peace and stability and promoting human development and progress. We solidly carried out Party discipline education, unswervingly rectified unhealthy tendencies and punished corruption, and the Party's conduct and government conduct continued to improve. The achievements are the result of the strong leadership of the Communist Party of China, and also the result of the unity and tenacious struggle of the people of all ethnic groups across the country, including all non-CPC political parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and prominent non-Party individuals. Xi Jinping pointed out that 2024 was also a year of upholding fundamental principles and breaking new ground, and vigorous development, for the cause of multi-party cooperation. Various non-CPC political parties and prominent non-Party individuals fully implemented the decisions and deployments of the CPC Central Committee, focused on advancing Chinese modernization, actively offered advice and suggestions, and strengthened democratic supervision, playing a positive role in the scientific decision-making and effective policy implementation of the CPC Central Committee. The All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce helped implement policies to promote the development and growth of the private economy, doing a great deal of work to promote the healthy development of the non-public sector of the economy and the healthy growth of non-public economic figures. On behalf of the CPC Central Committee, he expressed heartfelt thanks to everyone! Xi Jinping emphasized that 2025 is the final year of the "14th Five-Year Plan." It is necessary to adhere to the general principle of seeking progress while maintaining stability, implement more proactive and effective macro policies, concentrate on high-quality development, promote high-level scientific and technological self-reliance and self-improvement, maintain a good momentum of economic and social development, successfully complete the goals and tasks of the "14th Five-Year Plan," and lay a solid foundation for a good start to the "15th Five-Year Plan." Various non-CPC political parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and prominent non-Party individuals should focus on the central tasks and serve the overall situation, leverage their respective strengths, and more broadly gather popular support, build consensus, pool wisdom, and consolidate strength. Xi Jinping put forward three hopes for various non-CPC political parties, the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and prominent non-Party individuals. First, raise political standing and further draw the concentric circles. Firmly grasp the fundamental feature of China's new type of party system, which is the leadership of the Communist Party of China, deeply study Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, do more work to strengthen confidence, unite people's hearts, warm people's hearts, and build consensus, and effectively transform positive factors from all aspects into development results. Second, closely follow the central work and actively offer advice and efforts. Closely focus on further comprehensively deepening reforms, promoting high-quality development, and formulating recommendations for the "15th Five-Year Plan" through in-depth research and deliberation, and continue to focus on key and difficult issues in ecological environmental protection of the Yangtze River to carry out democratic supervision. The All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce should guide private economic figures to maintain entrepreneurial enthusiasm and boost development confidence, and guide private enterprises to establish and improve a modern enterprise system with Chinese characteristics and strive to achieve high-quality development. Third, strengthen self-building and improve performance capabilities. Emphasize political guidance, inspire and encourage members to keep in mind their original aspirations and missions, carry forward fine traditions, and draw strength for progress. Consolidate and deepen the achievements of discipline education, continue to implement the spirit of the eight-point frugality rules of the CPC Central Committee to promote changes in work style, and consolidate and develop a good political ecology. Shi Taifeng, relevant leaders of various non-CPC political parties and the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and responsible comrades from relevant central departments participated in the event.

Xinhua Review: Upholding Integrity – 2024 CPC Central Committee's Implementation of Eight-Point Regulations on Improving Work Style with Comrade Xi Jinping at Core

Xinhua News Agency published a comprehensive report titled "Leaving a Clear Spirit in the Universe – A Comprehensive Review of the CPC Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its Core's Implementation of the Eight-Point Frugality Rules and Promotion of Work Style Improvement in 2024."

Li Qiang Chairs Symposium with Experts, Entrepreneurs, and Representatives from Education, Science, Culture, Health, and Sports Sectors

Li Qiang, Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Premier of the State Council, presided over a symposium with experts, entrepreneurs, and representatives from the fields of education, science, culture, health, and sports on the afternoon of January 20 to solicit opinions and suggestions on the "Government Work Report (Draft for Solicitation of Comments)." During the symposium, Zhang Hui, Ren Shaobo, Liu Jun, Liang Wenfen, Wei Hongxing, Chen Xuedong, Chen Hongyan, Du Bin, and Zou Jingyuan spoke successively. They all agreed that in the face of complex and severe circumstances last year, our country increased macro-control efforts and continuously introduced innovative policy measures, achieving relatively rapid economic growth and new progress in various undertakings, which were hard-won achievements. They also offered opinions and suggestions on resolving current development issues and improving government work this year. After listening to the speeches, Li Qiang pointed out that over the past year, under the strong leadership of the CPC Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core, the entire nation worked diligently and overcame difficulties, smoothly completing the main goals and tasks for the year's development, with a more solid foundation for "stability" and continuously strengthening momentum for "progress." At the same time, China's development still faces many difficulties and challenges, and it is necessary to accurately grasp the situation and be adept at turning crises into opportunities. China possesses comprehensive advantages in its system, market, industries, and talent, and the fundamental trend of long-term economic improvement has not changed and will not change. As long as we unswervingly manage our own affairs well, we will certainly be able to promote stable and healthy economic development. Li Qiang emphasized the need to implement a more proactive fiscal policy and a moderately loose monetary policy to provide strong policy support for addressing challenges and promoting development. It is necessary to further deepen reform and expand opening up to stimulate the vitality of various business entities. It is necessary to promote the transformation of old and new growth drivers through scientific and technological innovation, and cultivate more new economic growth points. It is necessary to ensure and improve people's livelihoods with greater efforts, promote income growth and burden reduction for residents, and improve their quality of life. Wu Zheng Long participated in the symposium. The "Government Work Report (Draft for Solicitation of Comments)" has been simultaneously soliciting opinions from all regions and departments.

Forging a New Chapter of High-Quality Development: China's Agricultural and Rural Economy Stable with Positive Trends in 2024

At the press conference series "Achievements of China's High-Quality Economic Development" held by the State Council Information Office today (January 20), a relevant official from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs stated that China's agricultural and rural economy operated stably and improved steadily in 2024. In 2024, China's grain production achieved another bumper harvest, overcoming the impact of natural disasters such as high temperatures, drought, extreme floods, and super typhoons. The total output exceeded 1.4 trillion jin for the first time, and per capita grain possession exceeded 500 kilograms. Achievements in poverty alleviation were continuously consolidated and expanded. The effectiveness of industrial and employment assistance was improved, fostering a number of characteristic leading industries. The scale of employment for rural laborers lifted out of poverty exceeded 33 million. In 2024, the level of agricultural modernization continued to improve, with the comprehensive mechanization rate for crop cultivation, planting, and harvesting exceeding 75%, and over 80 million mu of high-standard farmland newly built and upgraded. At the same time, rural industries for enriching farmers flourished, with the operating revenue of agricultural product processing enterprises above designated size across the country expected to exceed 18 trillion yuan, and rural leisure tourism developing well. The per capita disposable income of rural residents was 23,119 yuan, a real increase of 6.3% over the previous year. The construction of livable, business-friendly, and beautiful rural areas also proceeded steadily. The rural living environment continued to improve, and the level of infrastructure such as rural roads, water supply, and postal services, as well as public services such as education, medical care, and elder care, continued to rise.

Authoritative Interview: Pioneering Development, Starting New Journey - Shandong Accelerates Building Pilot Zone for Green, Low-Carbon, High-Quality Development

As a major economic province in China, how will Shandong, in the new year, anchor its mission of "leading the way and shouldering heavy responsibilities" to promote high-quality development? Today (January 20), in "Authoritative Interview: Seeking Development, Starting a New Chapter," please see our reporter's exclusive interview with Lin Wu, Secretary of the Shandong Provincial Party Committee. In 2024, Shandong's annual regional GDP approached 10 trillion yuan, the scale of the digital economy accounted for over 49% of its GDP, the proportion of new and renewable energy installed capacity historically surpassed coal-fired power, and coastal port throughput exceeded 2 billion tons, maintaining its leading position nationwide. Lin Wu stated that under the strong leadership of the CPC Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core, Shandong's economic and social high-quality development has achieved positive results. The Central Economic Work Conference emphasized the need to lead the development of new quality productive forces through scientific and technological innovation and build a modern industrial system. This year, Shandong will accelerate the expansion of industries such as new-generation information technology and high-end equipment, and enhance their strength. It will also make forward-looking arrangements for future industries, focusing on fields such as bio-manufacturing and embodied intelligence, and build a number of future industry pilot zones with high standards. Lin Wu stated that this year, Shandong will also focus on accelerating the construction of nuclear power, onshore wind power, offshore wind power, photovoltaic and other projects, promote the shift from dual control of energy consumption to dual control of carbon emissions, and deeply promote green and low-carbon participation by all citizens, continuously focusing on efforts in green transformation.

Spring Festival Travel Sees Significant Increase, Transport Departments Boost Capacity

Data from the 2025 Comprehensive Transport Spring Festival Travel Rush Special Work Group shows that the total cross-regional passenger flow across society is expected to exceed 1.3 billion person-times in the first week of the Spring Festival travel rush. Today (January 20), the cross-regional passenger flow across society is expected to exceed 210 million person-times. National railways are expected to send 13.45 million passengers today, with 862 additional passenger trains planned. As of 9:00 AM today, China Railway 12306 has cumulatively sold 214 million Spring Festival travel rush tickets. As the pre-holiday Spring Festival travel rush passenger flow gradually increases, railway departments are focusing on increasing transport capacity in popular areas such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu-Chongqing. Starting today, lines such as the Nanning-Guangzhou Railway and Guiyang-Guangzhou High-Speed Railway have successively added 128 night high-speed trains, reaching a new historical high in terms of operating numbers. The Yangtze River Delta Railway also plans to operate 268 night high-speed trains today, mainly for popular destinations from the Yangtze River Delta to Sichuan-Chongqing, Yunnan-Guizhou, Henan, and Northwest China. Today, the national highway passenger flow is expected to exceed 197 million person-times, water transport passenger volume is expected to reach 700,000 person-times, and civil aviation passenger volume is 2.22 million person-times, with 19,057 flights planned, all showing an upward trend. Various airlines are focusing on increasing capacity on popular routes for "ice and snow tourism" and "island tourism."

Harbin 2025 9th Asian Winter Games Torch Collection Ceremony Held

The torch-lighting ceremony for the 9th Asian Winter Games Harbin 2025 was held today (January 20) at Sun Island in Harbin, Heilongjiang. At 11:00 AM, the ceremony commenced with a children's choir singing "Ice and Snow Warm the World." The honor guard escorted the national flag of the People's Republic of China and the Olympic Council of Asia flag into the ceremony venue, followed by the national anthem of the People's Republic of China and the anthem of the Olympic Council of Asia. At around 11:14 AM, the torch was lit, and the flame flickered. Subsequently, the honor guard brought the flame into the torch lantern, and the flame departed. The online torch relay event for the Asian Winter Games was launched simultaneously, concluding the collection ceremony successfully.

Tibet's Dingri Earthquake Zone Accelerates Resettlement, Aid, and Reconstruction

The 6.8-magnitude earthquake-stricken area in Dingri County, Tibet, has transitioned to resettlement, relief, and recovery and reconstruction efforts. All parties are working together to ensure that residents live warmly in temporary resettlement sites. To ensure affected residents stay warm during winter, local authorities are accelerating the procurement, transportation, and installation of prefabricated houses. As of 8 PM last night (January 19), a total of 11,145 prefabricated houses have been built, and food supplies such as rice, flour, oil, and vegetables are sufficient to meet the basic needs of the affected people. Local authorities have also dispatched mobile canteens to provide hot dishes, hot meals, and hot milk tea to the affected residents. In Mudui Village, Quluo Township, Dingri County, mobile canteens specially prepared for villagers allowed them to enjoy delicious meals. In addition, local water conservancy, transportation, and other departments are also actively investigating safety hazards in the disaster area, organizing professional teams to inspect and assess rural houses and public buildings, and investigate potential dangers in rural roads, damaged bridges, and water conservancy facilities, gradually improving various supporting facilities in the disaster area.

Domestic News Briefs

Initial Establishment of the "Beautiful China" Construction Implementation System The Ministry of Ecology and Environment today (January 20) released the "Implementation Opinions on Building Pilot Zones for Beautiful China," as well as two implementation plans for "Beautiful Cities" and "Beautiful Villages." This marks the initial establishment of the "Beautiful China" construction implementation system. According to the plans, China aims to achieve landmark results in building around 50 "Beautiful Cities" by 2027, while the proportion of "Beautiful Villages" built at the county level will reach 40%. China Issues First Detailed Rules for Public Data Resource Development and Utilization The National Development and Reform Commission and the National Data Administration today (January 20) released implementation policies for the development and utilization of public data resources, marking the first time China has issued such detailed rules. The policy clarifies that public data will be registered like other factor resources such as land, forming a national "single account book" of public data resources. It also stipulates that the reasonable development and utilization of public data resources will be promoted in a standardized and orderly manner while ensuring data security. Zhejiang's First Road-Rail Combined Tunnel Opens to Traffic Zhejiang's first road-rail combined tunnel, the Hangzhou Qinwang River-crossing Tunnel, opened to traffic today (January 20). The tunnel crosses the Fuchun River, with a total length of 2,868 meters. The upper level is for municipal roads, and the lower level is reserved for rail transit, further facilitating travel for residents on both banks of the Fuchun River in Fuyang District, Hangzhou.

Many Countries Hold Diverse Celebrations for Chinese New Year

On the eve of the Chinese Lunar New Year, many countries held colorful celebrations to welcome the Spring Festival. In Hamburg, Germany, the 2025 Chinese Lunar New Year celebration was held at the Yu Garden, which features traditional Chinese classical garden characteristics. Chinese and German art troupes and Chinese language schools presented wonderful cultural performances, allowing guests from all walks of life to experience the unique charm of the Chinese Spring Festival. In Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, the "2025 New Year Market" event was recently held at a local cultural palace to welcome the first Spring Festival after its successful intangible cultural heritage inscription. People enjoyed visiting the market, temple fairs, and authentic Chinese cuisine. Wonderful lion dances, folk music, and martial arts performances allowed local residents to experience the festive atmosphere of the Chinese Spring Festival up close. The 2025 Philadelphia Orchestra Lunar New Year Concert was held recently at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia, USA, kicking off the "Happy Chinese New Year" series of celebrations in the Eastern United States. This was the fifth consecutive year that the Philadelphia Orchestra held a Lunar New Year concert. That evening, Chinese and American artists collaborated to perform pieces such as "Spring Festival Overture" and "Moonlit Night on the Spring River," attracting thousands of spectators. To welcome the Year of the Snake, Singapore's Chinatown, or Kreta Ayer, recently held a lantern exhibition, attracting local residents and foreign tourists to stop and admire. The main lantern of the exhibition is an 8-meter-tall "Lucky Tree," symbolizing prosperity and good luck. At the same time, a flower exhibition themed on the ancient Chinese legend of "The Legend of the White Snake" was held at Gardens by the Bay in Singapore, showcasing the charm of traditional Chinese culture to local audiences and tourists.

Israel, Hamas Release Detained Individuals

The Israeli military announced on January 19 that Hamas has released three Israelis held hostage in the Gaza Strip. These are the first batch of hostages released under the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement. The Israel Prison Service said today (January 20) that it has released 90 Palestinians held in Israeli prisons. Hundreds of aid trucks enter Gaza Strip On January 19, hundreds of vehicles carrying humanitarian aid entered the Gaza Strip through crossings such as Rafah and Erez. The World Food Programme called on all parties to ensure the safe and smooth delivery routes for aid. The World Health Organization said in a statement on January 19 that conditions need to be created locally to lift restrictions on essential goods entering Gaza.

International News Briefs

Slovak Prime Minister Says He Will Veto Any EU Aid to Ukraine Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico reiterated in a video statement on January 19 that Slovakia will veto any EU aid plan for Ukraine, in response to Ukraine's halt of Russian gas transit. Fico stated that his government would never support Ukraine joining NATO. California Faces Strong Winds, New Fire Alerts Issued Two of the largest wildfires in Southern California remain uncontained. According to the latest fire alerts issued by the U.S. weather authorities, parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties face "particularly dangerous conditions" from January 20 to 21 due to dry, strong winds. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health also issued dust and ash advisories. According to U.S. media reports today (January 20), approximately 82,000 people are still affected by mandatory evacuation orders, and another 90,000 people have received evacuation warnings.

Twenty-Four Solar Terms: Major Cold

Dahran is the last of the 24 solar terms. After Dahran, a new cycle of solar terms will begin. At the end of the program, let's feel the natural and cultural beauty of the Dahran season together.

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