On April 13, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indonesian President-elect Prabowo Subianto exchanged congratulatory messages, celebrating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Indonesia. President Xi Jinping noted that China and Indonesia are good neighbors across the sea and good partners who share a common future. Over the past 75 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties, the two sides have stood together through thick and thin and cooperated sincerely, achieving significant development in bilateral relations and fostering deep-rooted friendship between China and Indonesia. Last year, I met with President-elect Prabowo twice, and we jointly agreed to firmly support each other's national development visions, work together on our respective paths to modernization, and build a China-Indonesia community with a shared future that has regional and global influence, elevating bilateral relations to a new level. President Xi Jinping emphasized that China and Indonesia are both major developing countries and important forces in the "Global South," and their cooperation holds strategic significance and global influence. I attach great importance to the development of China-Indonesia relations and am willing to work with President-elect Prabowo to take the celebration of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties as an opportunity to further deepen comprehensive strategic cooperation, strengthen multilateral strategic coordination, continuously enrich the contemporary implications of the China-Indonesia community with a shared future, and set a model of sincere unity among major developing countries, an example of common development, and a pioneer in South-South cooperation, jointly promoting the cause of human progress. In his congratulatory message, Prabowo stated that on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Indonesia, on behalf of the Indonesian government and people, I extend my sincere congratulations to President Xi Jinping and the Chinese people. The friendship between Indonesia and China has a long history, and the partnership between the two countries is strong and vibrant. Cooperation in the "five pillars" of politics, economy, humanities, maritime affairs, and security continues to advance rapidly. I sincerely hope to continue deepening cooperation between the two countries, strengthen the friendly bonds between the two peoples, and make positive contributions to world peace and stability.
Since the launch of the study and education campaign on thoroughly implementing the spirit of the central Party leadership's eight-point decision on improving Party conduct, provinces including Shaanxi, Tibet, Yunnan, and Hainan have conscientiously studied and grasped General Secretary Xi Jinping's important discourses on strengthening the Party's work style. They have integrated learning, investigation, and rectification, transforming the achievements of the study and education into practical results that promote development. The Shaanxi Provincial Party Committee has earnestly studied and discussed the spirit through theoretical studies, reading sessions, and other methods, promoting deep understanding and practical implementation of the study and education. At the same time, it has adhered to strict problem identification, identified shortcomings, carried out centralized rectification, and purposefully improved relevant rules and regulations, integrating the improvement of Party conduct into daily routines and ongoing efforts. The Tibet Autonomous Regional Party Committee has made special arrangements, guiding Party members and cadres to systematically study the "Excerpts from Xi Jinping's Discourses on Strengthening the Party's Work Style." Through inspections, audit supervision, and other channels, it has accurately identified problems and promoted centralized rectification. Party organizations at all levels have screened each of the 11 prominent issues, established and improved systems for weak links, and relentlessly implemented the spirit of the central Party leadership's eight-point decision. The Yunnan Provincial Party Committee has deeply studied and implemented General Secretary Xi Jinping's important speeches during his inspection of Yunnan and the spirit of the central Party leadership's eight-point decision and its implementation rules, setting an example for Party members and cadres at all levels to strengthen their work style and identify problems item by item against problem lists and typical cases. For prominent issues strongly reported by the public during surveys, clear responsibilities and deadlines have been set, and specific rectification measures have been formulated. The Hainan Provincial Party Committee has formulated an implementation plan, vigorously promoting study and education through theoretical study groups and special reading sessions. Party members and cadres at all levels have gone deep into grassroots communities to solicit opinions and suggestions, compile problem lists, and carry out centralized rectification of prominent and widespread issues strongly reported by the public, striving for practical results.
Vice President Han Zheng attended the opening ceremony of the 5th China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) and the "Buy in China" series of activities in Haikou, Hainan, on the 13th. On the morning of the same day, Han Zheng, along with leaders from relevant countries and heads of international organizations, jointly attended the opening ceremony. At approximately 10:40 AM, Han Zheng announced the official launch of the 5th China International Consumer Products Expo and the "Buy in China" series of activities. Representatives of the guest country of honor, Douglas Alexander, Minister of State at the UK Department for Business and Trade, Denisa Saková, Deputy Prime Minister of Slovakia, and Zhang Xiangchen, Deputy Director-General of the World Trade Organization, delivered speeches successively. About 1,000 people, including representatives from Chinese and foreign government departments, domestic and overseas exhibitors, buyers, and some envoys to China, participated in the opening ceremony. Before the opening ceremony, Han Zheng toured the exhibition halls at the Hainan International Convention and Exhibition Center, interacting and exchanging views with representatives of participating companies. Han Zheng stated that last month, when President Xi Jinping met with international business representatives in Beijing, he emphasized that China is promoting a high level of opening-up, and the door to opening-up will only open wider. China has a population of over 1.4 billion, a vast market, and strong momentum for consumption upgrading. He welcomed enterprises from all countries to invest and operate in China, leverage the CICPE platform to expand brand influence, deepen economic and trade cooperation, and achieve mutual benefit and win-win results. The China International Consumer Products Expo, co-hosted by the Ministry of Commerce and the People's Government of Hainan Province, has been successfully held for four sessions and is the largest consumer goods exhibition in the Asia-Pacific region. This year's CICPE continues the theme of "Share Open Opportunities, Create a Better Life," with over 1,700 enterprises and 4,100 brands from more than 70 countries and regions participating.
The 5th China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE), currently underway in Hainan, provides a global platform for Chinese and foreign enterprises to showcase and trade consumer products, sharing new development opportunities in China. This year's CICPE features eight exhibition halls, focusing on new consumption hotspots and trends such as artificial intelligence and the low-altitude economy. During the exhibition, 25 exhibitors and 40 brands from various countries will launch over a hundred new products. As the guest country of honor for this CICPE, the UK National Pavilion held its opening ceremony today (April 13), showcasing a blend of British heritage and innovation. Also today, the Ministry of Commerce launched the national "High-Quality Foreign Trade Products for China" initiative at the CICPE, which aims to help foreign trade enterprises explore the domestic market and cultivate new growth points for high-quality foreign trade product consumption through activities like production-sales matching and online-offline integration.
Data released today (April 13) by the People's Bank of China shows that the growth rates of major financial indicators generally increased steadily in the first quarter of this year, with finance continuing to provide robust support to the real economy. At the end of March, the outstanding balance of social financing was approximately 423 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 8.4%, with the growth rate accelerating. The balance of broad money (M2) was approximately 326 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 7%, with the growth rate remaining largely stable. In the first quarter, RMB loans increased by 9.78 trillion yuan. Loan growth was higher year-on-year, and there were also many highlights in the credit structure. In March, the outstanding balances of inclusive small and micro enterprise loans and medium- and long-term manufacturing loans increased by 12.2% and 9.3% year-on-year, respectively, both higher than the growth rate of all loans during the same period.
In the first three months of this year, driven by the continuous efforts of the "two new" policies, large-scale equipment upgrades in China's industrial sector accelerated, which not only boosted investment growth and promoted industrial development, but also played an important role in unleashing domestic demand potential and assisting green transformation. At the construction site of the Sichuan-East Gas Transmission project, China's independently developed fully automatic welding and inspection robot for oil and gas pipelines has officially started operation. This intelligent welding system replaces the traditional manual welding method, achieving a first-pass welding qualification rate of over 98%. In Xinjiang, many mining enterprises have updated their intelligent mining equipment. The new equipment not only improves personnel safety but also increases production efficiency by 20% compared to the past. Data shows that in the first quarter of this year, the amount of mechanical equipment purchased by enterprises nationwide increased by 11% year-on-year, with a clear trend towards high-end, intelligent, and green upgrades. Currently, the Ministry of Finance has allocated 500 billion yuan in ultra-long-term special government bonds, specifically for equipment upgrades and trade-ins of consumer goods. This year, in addition to continuous equipment upgrades in industrial, energy-consuming equipment, and energy and power sectors, China will further expand the scope to electronic information, safety production, facility agriculture, and other fields. At the same time, it encourages qualified regions to carry out overall deployment and large-scale implementation of equipment upgrades, taking industrial parks and industrial clusters as carriers. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology stated that by 2027, China's industrial equipment investment scale will increase by more than 25% compared to 2023, the numerical control rate of key processes will reach 75%, and digital transformation will be fully covered in major industrial provinces and key industrial parks.
Reporters learned from the Ministry of Commerce today (April 13) that this year, the scope, service experience, and policy efficiency of the car trade-in subsidy have been further optimized, stimulating the vitality of the automotive market. As of midnight on April 10, 2025, 2.232 million applications for car trade-in subsidies have been received, including 747,000 applications for car scrap and renewal subsidies, and 1.485 million applications for car replacement subsidies. The continued effectiveness of the car trade-in policy has driven the intensive launch of new car models by automotive companies, and the passenger car market maintained a good momentum in March.
The 137th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) will open on April 15. In recent days, Guangzhou's ports have experienced peak inbound passenger and cargo traffic. According to statistics from the Guangzhou General Station of Exit and Entry Frontier Inspection, since April, the daily average number of inbound and outbound travelers at Guangzhou ports has been nearly 50,000, a year-on-year increase of approximately 21.7%. Compared with the same period last year, the number of inbound foreign nationals increased by 34.68%; foreign nationals entering with business visas increased by over 50.67%. It is expected that during the Canton Fair, the daily average number of inbound and outbound travelers will exceed 51,000, and the daily average number of inspected inbound and outbound vehicles will exceed 520. Reporters learned from Guangzhou Customs that since April, inbound passenger and cargo flights through Guangzhou ports have reached 1,950, a year-on-year increase of approximately 22%; imported air cargo has exceeded 6,000 tons, a year-on-year increase of 2%. To cope with the peak of passenger and cargo clearance, Guangzhou Customs has set up dedicated windows for Canton Fair goods clearance and implemented a 24-hour intelligent clearance model for import and export goods to ensure efficient clearance of Canton Fair goods.
During the spring plowing and management season, various regions are efficiently and orderly advancing their work according to local conditions, laying a solid foundation for a bumper grain harvest. Winter wheat in various regions has entered a critical stage of field management. In Hebei, over 33 million mu of winter wheat have begun jointing. In Handan, local farmers rely on an intelligent irrigation IoT system for field management, combined with integrated equipment, allowing them to remotely and precisely irrigate and fertilize through their mobile phones, ensuring scientific operations. Currently, 81 counties (cities, districts) across Hebei province have built and applied such smart agriculture systems. In Anhui, over 43 million mu of winter wheat are about to head. In Fuyang's high-standard demonstration fields, large self-propelled sprayers are operating, completing fertilization and irrigation for 800 mu of wheat fields in less than three hours. This year, Anhui will invest 1.2 million sets of various agricultural machinery to ensure spring plowing and management. The progress of early rice production in the south is accelerating. In Guangdong, nearly 90% of the 13.07 million mu of early rice have been transplanted. In Dalian Village, Qingyuan, through measures such as selecting superior rice varieties and rational close planting, an increase of over 10% in yield per mu is expected in the thousand mu rice fields. In Wenzhou, Zhejiang, a new generation of plant protection drones can complete aerial seeding of more than ten mu of early rice in ten minutes, significantly improving efficiency and saving over 60% in labor costs. Seed breeding and seedling cultivation work in various regions are steadily advancing. Shandong has invested 480 million yuan in financial funds to support seed industry research and development, deep processing, and other areas. Located in Qingdao, this fresh corn breeding research and development base relies on advanced biological breeding laboratories to develop fresh corn varieties such as "three seasons a year" and "two crops a season," which can increase farmers' income by about 1,000 yuan per mu on average; at the intelligent seedling cultivation base of Beidahuang in Heilongjiang, newly introduced vertical seedling cultivation equipment circulates at multiple levels, allowing rice seedlings to receive sufficient sunlight, resulting in a seedling uniformity rate of 95%; in Tieling, Liaoning, seedling greenhouses equipped with automatic temperature control and spray irrigation systems can significantly enhance the resistance of seedlings to pests and diseases. Currently, Liaoning Province's rice seedling cultivation area is 32,000 mu, having completed half of the plan.
Today (April 13), parts of Northwest China, North China, and the Yellow-Huaihe region are still experiencing strong winds, while Northeast China and other areas are seeing rain and snow. The National Meteorological Center continues to issue yellow warnings for strong winds, blue warnings for blizzards, and blue warnings for sandstorms. At 5:00 PM today, Beijing downgraded its strong wind orange warning to a yellow warning. During this round of strong winds, Beijing prioritized the safety of people, vehicles, and urban operations. Over 4,800 trees with safety hazards across the city were reinforced in advance. More than 30,000 patrol and emergency response personnel were dispatched to promptly deal with fallen trees. Full efforts were made to ensure maintenance and support for water, electricity, and gas. Wind speeds in Tianjin and Hebei have somewhat decreased, but some gusts in coastal Bohai areas can still reach over Level 11. Tianjin's Binhai New Area, Hebei's Tangshan and Cangzhou, and other areas have arranged dedicated personnel on duty to strengthen monitoring of key water areas and vessel movements. Strong winds, rain, and snow are still continuing in Inner Mongolia, Northeast China, and other areas. Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia, experienced its strongest wind and snow event in nearly a decade, with local authorities dispatching over 600 police officers and relocating more than 1,000 stranded residents. Jagdaqi, Heilongjiang, organized over 1,000 people and more than 400 pieces of equipment to clear snow overnight, ensuring smooth railway transportation. Several highways in Jilin have implemented temporary closures or traffic restrictions, with local authorities deploying shovels, snow brushes, and other equipment for emergency snow removal operations. The National Meteorological Center predicts that today, sand and dust will continue to move south, potentially affecting Hainan Island at its southernmost point, making it the most widespread sand and dust weather event affecting China this year. Over the next two days, various parts of Southern China will continue to experience strong winds, rain, and snow.
"Fujian Tulou" originated during the Song and Yuan dynasties. It is a unique large-scale rammed earth residential building in mountainous areas, incorporating concepts of traditional Chinese architecture and embodying the harmonious sharing of humanistic artistry and the natural environment. In 2008, Fujian Tulou was officially inscribed on the "World Heritage List." Today, on April 13, "Cultural China Tour" will take us into Fujian Tulou. Fujian Tulou are mainly distributed in the western and southern parts of Fujian, serving as massive residential buildings adapted for large family living. Due to their mountainous location, defense was the primary consideration in their construction. The architectural features of Tulou are not only reflected in their exterior but also in their internal structure. The walls of Tulou are made of rammed earth, making them thick and sturdy. Whether round or square, most Fujian Tulou are axially symmetrical, placing the most important buildings on the central axis and then extending outwards, demonstrating strong centripetal force to highlight family cohesion. "If one family has joy, the whole building celebrates; if one family has difficulty, the whole building helps." The exquisite wood carvings, stone carvings, brick carvings, and simple furniture and decorations within the Tulou all reflect the aesthetic taste and diligent wisdom of the building owner. In 2008, Fujian Tulou was officially inscribed on the "World Heritage List." After a comprehensive survey, there are currently over 3,700 Fujian Tulou. In 2022, the School of Architecture at Tsinghua University selected seven Tulou in Hu'an, Zhangzhou, and other places for pilot revitalization. While undertaking repairs, they also built Tulou viewing platforms, allowing tourists to more easily appreciate the surrounding scenery of the Tulou. This not only safeguards historical roots but also activates multiple values in economy, ecology, and society.
China's express delivery development index increased by 5% year-on-year in March. The State Post Bureau released the latest data showing that China's express delivery development index was 401.2 in March, a year-on-year increase of 5%. It is expected that express delivery business volume increased by 18% year-on-year in March, and express delivery business revenue is expected to increase by 10.5% year-on-year. The scale of the express delivery industry has steadily grown, and the basic network has been continuously improved. Two departments issued measures to further unblock rural postal routes. The Ministry of Civil Affairs and the State Post Bureau recently jointly issued the "Notice on Strengthening Local-Postal Cooperation to Aid Rural Revitalization," promoting coordinated efforts between the "Rural Place Names Action" and "Express Delivery to Villages" and "Mail Service to Every Village" initiatives. This aims to deeply integrate rural place name information services with rural logistics, rural e-commerce, and inclusive finance, contributing to rural revitalization. CMG's premium film and television programs to be broadcast in Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia. On the occasion of Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visits to Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia, several premium film and television programs from China Media Group, including "Poverty Alleviation" and "Vibrant China," will be successively broadcast in these countries. People from all walks of life said that the programs vividly showcase the diverse aspects of Chinese modernization and the profoundness of Chinese culture, allowing people in various countries to gain a deeper understanding of the vigorous vitality of China in the new era. The exhibition will continue until the end of June. China-Laos Railway international passenger trains expand operating range starting today. Starting today (April 13), the China-Laos Railway international passenger trains operating between Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, and Luang Prabang, Laos, will expand their operating range. The route will be extended to Pu'er Station in China and will include Natue Station in Laos, increasing the total number of stops to 8. China's total box office has exceeded 25 billion yuan, ranking first globally. According to online platform data, as of 5:38 PM on April 12, China's total film box office (including pre-sales) for 2025 has exceeded 25 billion yuan, ranking first globally. Among them, "Nezha Reborn" has entered the top five in global film history box office. China's flower exports exceeded 100 million US dollars in the first two months. The latest data from the China Flower Association shows that China's flower exports have continued to grow this year, with export value reaching 103 million US dollars from January to February, a year-on-year increase of 11.5%. Currently, China exports flowers to over 120 countries and regions. Hainan Yangpu Regional International Container Hub Port adds two new berths. Two new container berths, one 150,000-ton class and one 200,000-ton class, at Hainan Yangpu Regional International Container Hub Port recently became operational. The berths have a designed annual throughput capacity of 2 million TEUs and can accommodate large vessels around the clock, further enhancing the port's cargo handling capacity and service level.
People from all walks of life in Vietnam stated that General Secretary Xi Jinping's visit to Vietnam on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries is of great significance. They look forward to the two parties and two countries continuing to sail in the same boat and advance hand in hand on the new journey of socialist modernization, promoting continuous new achievements in building a China-Vietnam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance. In recent years, high-quality practical cooperation and deep-level cultural exchanges between China and Vietnam have continuously progressed. China has maintained its position as Vietnam's largest trading partner for over 20 consecutive years, while Vietnam is China's largest trading partner in ASEAN. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries and also the China-Vietnam cultural exchange year. People from all walks of life in Vietnam expressed their belief that General Secretary Xi Jinping's visit will promote the upgrading of practical cooperation in various fields between the two countries, and the public opinion base for bilateral relations will also become more solid.
The China Pavilion for the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, Japan, held its opening ceremony today (April 13). Guests jointly watched the Sino-Japanese friendship dance drama "Crested Ibis" and toured the China Pavilion. The China Pavilion covers an area of approximately 3,500 square meters, making it one of the largest self-built foreign pavilions at this expo. It features three exhibition areas: "Harmony between Humanity and Nature," "Lucid Waters and Lush Mountains," and "Endless Vitality," aiming to showcase China's traditional ecological wisdom, demonstrate China's green development philosophy, and promote exchanges and mutual learning between Chinese and foreign civilizations and people-to-people bonds. The Osaka Expo will be held from April 13 to October 13, with the theme "Designing Future Society for Our Lives."
In recent days, a series of tariff policies by the U.S. government have drawn widespread opposition and criticism internationally. Friedrich Merz, the CDU/CSU's candidate for Chancellor of Germany, wrote in German media on the 12th that the U.S. tariff policies could accelerate the arrival of the next financial crisis, and Europe must be prepared with viable countermeasures. Rachel Reeves, UK Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, wrote in British media on the 12th that U.S. tariff policies have broad impacts on the UK and the world economy, and it is time to work with other countries to uphold free and fair trade to address the challenges. Marco Flores, former Minister of Economy and Finance of Ecuador, stated that the U.S. tariff increases are a wrong decision that will neither solve the U.S. trade deficit nor promote its development. Adjoumani, Côte d'Ivoire's Minister of State and Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Food Production, stated that if U.S. tariff policies take effect, Côte d'Ivoire, as the world's largest cocoa producer, may increase the price of cocoa exported to the U.S. U.S. media reports that U.S. tariffs have already affected multiple American industries. According to the Associated Press, the U.S. government's tariff policies have already impacted multiple American industries, and small business owners are paying a heavy price. U.S. media reported that U.S. tariff policies would soon cause irreversible damage to many American businesses. Supply chains are disrupted, and tariff costs cannot even be estimated before goods arrive at port, a risk that small businesses cannot afford. The report stated that the U.S. tariff policies are capricious, and lasting damage has been done, undermining market confidence in the U.S. dollar and leading countries to seek alternatives to the dollar.
Israeli military states it has controlled the "Morag Corridor" and surrounded Rafah. The Israeli military announced on April 12 that it has gained control of the "Morag Corridor," which connects Rafah and Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, and has completely encircled Rafah. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated on the same day that the Israeli offensive would soon expand to most areas of the Gaza Strip. He called on residents of the Gaza Strip to evacuate to other countries. The Palestinian side reported that from April 12 to 13, the Israeli military continued to bomb multiple locations in the Gaza Strip, including at least two schools housing displaced persons and one hospital in Gaza City. A UNRWA official said on April 12 that due to Israel's weeks-long blockade of the Gaza Strip, all basic supplies in the area have been depleted. Small plane crashes in northern New York State, USA. According to information released by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration and local police, a small plane carrying six people crashed in northern New York State on the same day, resulting in at least one fatality. Due to the muddy conditions at the crash site, rescue efforts were made more difficult, and the cause of the accident is still under investigation.
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