On the evening of May 10, Chinese President Xi Jinping returned to Beijing after successfully concluding his state visit to Russia and attending the ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War victory. 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, and Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, returned on the same plane.
From May 7 to 10, 2025, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to Russia at the invitation of the Russian government and attended the ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War victory. At the end of the trip, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, briefed accompanying journalists on the visit. Wang Yi said that this visit was President Xi Jinping's 11th visit to Russia since he assumed the presidency, and it was also his second time attending the ceremony commemorating the victory of the Great Patriotic War after a 10-year hiatus. Against the backdrop of accelerating changes unseen in a century and a volatile international situation, this visit looked back at history, focused on the future, carried forward friendship, and upheld justice, achieving complete success. The visit featured a rich schedule and intense activities. President Xi Jinping attended nearly 20 bilateral and multilateral events, jointly planning strategic cooperation in various fields between China and Russia, celebrating the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War, and writing a new chapter in safeguarding international fairness and justice. The visit sent a powerful message to the world that China-Russia relations are rock-solid, the outcomes of World War II victory are inviolable, and the world needs fairness, not hegemony. Domestic and international public opinion paid close attention to the visit, with extensive and in-depth reports, generally believing that this visit further consolidated the China-Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership of Coordination for a New Era, led the world to jointly safeguard the post-war international order, and promoted world multi-polarity and the restructuring of the international political landscape, holding significant historical importance. I. Strengthening Strategic Guidance, Promoting the Steady Progress of China-Russia Relations. Wang Yi said that China and Russia are good neighbors with shared mountains and rivers, and true friends tempered by fire. The two countries share common historical memories, have forged profound traditional friendships, uphold similar values, and have explored the correct way for two major neighbors to coexist. Permanent good-neighborliness and friendship, comprehensive strategic coordination, and mutually beneficial cooperation and win-win outcomes have become the spiritual core of the relationship between the two countries. After more than 70 years of trials and tribulations, China-Russia relations have become increasingly poised, confident, stable, and resilient, and are at their historical best, setting a model for a new type of major-country relationship. Head-of-state guidance is the fundamental guarantee for the steady and long-term development of China-Russia relations. President Xi Jinping and President Putin have met more than 40 times, establishing deep mutual trust and sincere friendship. Russia accorded President Xi Jinping the highest protocol for this visit. After President Xi Jinping's special plane entered Russian airspace, Russian fighter jets took off to escort it, and the Deputy Prime Minister went to the airport to welcome and send him off. President Putin held a grand welcoming ceremony in the Kremlin, had a one-on-one tea chat with President Xi Jinping in the presidential office, and held small- and large-group talks, engaging in in-depth communication on issues of common concern for nearly 10 hours. The most important political outcome of this visit was the joint statement signed by the two heads of state on further deepening the China-Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership of Coordination for a New Era, providing new strategic guidance for the development of bilateral relations in the next stage. Both sides reiterated that they always view each other as priority partners and will jointly resist any attempts to interfere with or undermine China-Russia's traditional friendship and deep mutual trust, contributing to their respective development and revitalization and providing more stability to the world. President Xi Jinping pointed out that China-Russia relations have a clear historical logic, strong internal driving force, and profound civilizational foundation, are not aimed at a third party, and are not subject to a third party. As long as China and Russia maintain strategic resolve and adhere to strategic coordination, no force can stop the two countries from achieving their respective development and revitalization, block the popular will for China-Russia friendship for generations, or hinder the historical trend of world multi-polarity and economic globalization. President Putin emphasized that Russia and China have always stood together through thick and thin and supported each other, and their friendship is unbreakable. Steadfastly promoting the development of Russia-China relations and expanding mutually beneficial cooperation is Russia's strategic choice. Russia-China relations are not affected by transient events or any external interference. International public opinion generally believes that every interaction between President Xi Jinping and President Putin is noteworthy. During this visit, the two heads of state positioned China-Russia relations as a key force in promoting stability and progress in the international community and safeguarding world order, once again demonstrating the high level of China-Russia relations. Attempts to drive a wedge between China and Russia can only be a pipe dream. Practical cooperation is the internal driving force for the stable development of China-Russia relations. China and Russia are fellow travelers on the path of modernization. China has maintained its position as Russia's largest trading partner for 15 consecutive years, with bilateral trade reaching a new high of $244.8 billion last year despite headwinds. Russia has become China's largest energy supplier. The two economies are highly complementary, with great potential for cooperation and ample room for development. During this visit, the two sides signed more than 20 cooperation documents, injecting new strong impetus into the development of China-Russia relations. Both sides agreed to continue to expand the "cooperation pie," consolidate the foundation of economic, trade, and energy cooperation, support cross-border e-commerce, agriculture, and mineral cooperation, steadily advance large-scale cooperation projects in nuclear energy and aerospace, and accelerate the expansion of cooperation in emerging fields such as scientific and technological innovation and artificial intelligence. The two sides signed a new version of the investment protection agreement, improving institutional arrangements for high-level economic and trade cooperation and effectively countering protectionist headwinds. It is particularly worth mentioning that the ongoing "China-Russia Cultural Year" has been splendid, with "China fever" continuing to rise in various parts of Russia. The co-produced film "Red Silk" has been widely acclaimed, and the story of revolutionaries fighting side by side in the two countries has moved many audiences. Both sides agreed to continue to strengthen cooperation in education, youth, media, film, and other fields, continuously enhancing mutual understanding and affinity between the two peoples, and passing on China-Russia friendship from generation to generation. Comprehensive strategic coordination is a prominent feature of China-Russia relations. China and Russia share highly consistent positions on major issues such as world multi-polarity, economic globalization, and the democratization of international relations, and both sides maintain close communication and coordination on these issues. During this visit, the two sides issued a joint statement on global strategic stability, emphasizing that one's security should not be guaranteed at the expense of other countries' security, and that Cold War mentality and zero-sum games should be abandoned, with concerns addressed through equal dialogue and consultation, and a commitment to building constructive major-power relations. The two heads of state reiterated that they would strengthen coordination and cooperation within multilateral frameworks such as the United Nations, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and BRICS, enhance the voice of developing countries in the global governance system, and advocate for an equal and orderly multipolar world and inclusive economic globalization. The two heads of state also had in-depth communication on issues such as the Ukraine crisis, the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, and the Asia-Pacific situation, and agreed to promote the political settlement of various hotspot issues. President Xi Jinping pointed out that on the Ukraine crisis, China welcomes all efforts conducive to peace. China advocates a common, comprehensive, cooperative, and sustainable global security concept, believing that the legitimate security concerns of all countries should be given importance and the root causes of the crisis should be eliminated. President Putin highly appreciated China's objective and impartial stance on the Ukraine crisis, stating that Russia is willing to start peace talks without preconditions and hopes to reach a just and lasting peace agreement. Wang Yi said that change is the norm in the international landscape, and what remains unchanged is the mutual trust and support between China and Russia. As long as China and Russia, two major countries, stand shoulder to shoulder and cooperate closely back to back, the international order will not be disrupted, world justice will not fall, and power politics will not prevail. Regardless of how the international situation changes, China and Russia will move forward calmly under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, promoting the development of their relations to broader areas and deeper levels, using the stability of China-Russia relations to address the various challenges facing the world today, creating more well-being for the people of both countries, and making greater contributions to the cause of human progress. II. Safeguarding Historical Memory and Defending the Outcomes of World War II Victory. Wang Yi said that World War II, launched by militarist and fascist forces, caused an unprecedented catastrophe for humanity. Eighty years ago, China and Russia, together with progressive forces worldwide, fought bravely and tirelessly against evil, defied brute force, and made immense national sacrifices, achieving the great victory of justice over evil and light over darkness, laying the cornerstone of the post-war international order with their blood and lives. President Xi Jinping once again attended the "May 9" Victory Day celebration to join other countries in reliving this glorious period, promoting a correct historical view of World War II, and jointly safeguarding the post-war international order. President Putin treated President Xi Jinping as the most distinguished guest at the celebration. The two heads of state watched the grand military parade side-by-side in Red Square and jointly laid wreaths at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, expressing their highest respect to the fallen heroes who fought bravely. The guard of honor contingent of the Chinese People's Liberation Army once again participated in the Red Square parade with its neat formation and towering posture, demonstrating the unwavering will of Chinese soldiers to safeguard peace. President Xi Jinping pointed out that China and the Soviet Union, as the main battlefields of World War II in Asia and Europe respectively, were the mainstays in resisting Japanese militarism and German Nazism, making decisive contributions to the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War. All attempts to distort the historical truth of World War II, deny the outcomes of World War II victory, and smear the historical contributions of China and Russia will not succeed. President Putin stated that under the strong leadership of the Communist Party of China, the Chinese people fought heroically and achieved the great victory in the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, making significant contributions to opening up a common future for humanity. Russia and China supported each other during the difficult war years, forging a deep friendship that laid a solid foundation for bilateral relations. Both sides should jointly oppose attempts to distort history, uphold the correct historical narrative, and safeguard the authority of the United Nations and international fairness and justice. Wang Yi said that 80 years ago, based on the victory of World War II, China and Russia, together with important members of the anti-fascist alliance, jointly discussed the establishment of the United Nations and formulated the UN Charter, opening a historical chapter for countries to build peace and seek development together. The international system with the United Nations at its core is a concentrated manifestation of the victory of World War II, supporting world stability and prosperity, ensuring a basic pattern of overall peace, and promoting the long-term progress of human civilization. Eighty years later, the United Nations is facing unprecedented challenges. Certain countries are pushing for "America First" and power bullying, attempting to replace multilateralism with unilateralism and so-called self-defined rules with the post-war international order. President Xi Jinping emphatically pointed out that the more volatile and intertwined the international situation becomes, the more it is necessary to adhere to and safeguard the authority of the United Nations. As stable, active, and progressive forces in the international community, China and Russia should continue to stand together firmly, resolutely upholding the international system with the United Nations at its core and the international order based on international law. President Putin stated that imposing high tariffs is unreasonable and illegal, and will only backfire. He is willing to work with China to oppose unilateralism and bloc confrontation, and safeguard the common interests of the international community. China and Russia once again issued a joint statement on further strengthening cooperation to uphold the authority of international law, emphasizing full compliance with the UN Charter and the basic principles of international law, and opposing the abuse of unilateral sanctions and "long-arm jurisdiction," demonstrating the responsibility and commitment of the two countries as permanent members of the UN Security Council. Wang Yi said that this autumn, China will also solemnly commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, demonstrating the tremendous contribution of the Chinese nation to the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War, and working with peace-loving countries and peoples to jointly remember history, honor martyrs, cherish peace, and create a future. Looking back at this history, it is especially important not to forget that Taiwan's return to China is an outcome of the victory of World War II and an important part of the post-war international order. President Xi Jinping pointed out that a series of internationally legally binding documents such as the Cairo Declaration and the Potsdam Proclamation have confirmed China's sovereignty over Taiwan. Its historical and legal facts are beyond doubt, and the authority of UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 is beyond challenge. No matter how the situation on Taiwan Island changes, and no matter how external forces try to disrupt it, the historical trend that China will and must be unified is unstoppable. President Putin emphasized that Russia firmly adheres to the One-China principle and always supports China's position on the Taiwan issue. Leaders of many countries, including Serbia, Cuba, Venezuela, and Slovakia, have all expressed their firm adherence to the One-China policy, believing that Taiwan is an inseparable part of China's territory. Wang Yi stated that the painful lessons of World War II are not far off, and hegemonic unilateralism and the law of the jungle must never be revived. Peace-loving peoples worldwide must remember the history written with blood and lives, firmly defend the outcomes of World War II victory, uphold true multilateralism, adhere to a global governance concept of extensive consultation, joint contribution, and shared benefits, and work together to strive for a brighter future for humanity. III. Practicing Major-Country Responsibility and Building the Broadest International Consensus. Wang Yi said that in today's world, peace deficits, development deficits, and governance deficits are increasing, and Cold War mentality, power politics, and hegemonic expansion are making a comeback. Countries are in different situations and have different foreign policies, but one point is consistent: they all believe that multilateralism should be upheld and unilateral actions opposed; they all support free trade and oppose protectionism; and they all do not want to return to the dark world where "might makes right." The international community increasingly values China's status and influence, expecting China to take responsibility and play a stabilizing and constructive role in a turbulent world. During this visit, President Xi Jinping had extensive contact with political leaders from various countries attending the celebration, holding bilateral meetings with several national leaders from three continents, and forging a broad consensus on firmly supporting each other, defending multilateralism, and resisting power hegemony. In March this year, a strong earthquake in Mandalay, Myanmar, caused significant casualties and property losses. As a community with a shared future that shares weal and woe and helps each other, China immediately dispatched rescue teams and provided 13 batches of emergency humanitarian supplies, assisting Myanmar in disaster relief, resettlement, and health and epidemic prevention. When President Xi Jinping met with Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing, he expressed willingness to continue providing assistance and supporting the Myanmar people in rebuilding their homes. The Myanmar side expressed deep gratitude, stating that China was the first to provide assistance to Myanmar and the first to help Myanmar with disaster relief, reflecting China's Paukphaw (fraternal) friendship and genuine concern in times of difficulty, which the Myanmar people will always remember. President Xi Jinping emphasized that China supports Myanmar in pursuing a development path that suits its national conditions, safeguarding its sovereign independence, territorial integrity, and national stability, and steadily advancing its domestic political agenda. The Myanmar side expressed its commitment to promoting cooperation between the two countries and will fully ensure the safety of Chinese projects and personnel in Myanmar. Both sides agreed to continue practicing the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and promoting the Bandung Spirit, and to deepen and solidify the building of a China-Myanmar community with a shared future. Latin American and Caribbean countries have suffered from unilateral sanctions and hegemonic bullying in recent years, with severe impacts on their economic development and people's livelihoods. President Xi Jinping met separately with Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel and Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, reaffirming China's firm support for their countries in safeguarding national sovereignty and national dignity, and firmly supporting their peoples in opposing external interference. President Xi Jinping pointed out that Latin American and Caribbean countries are all sovereign independent countries, not anyone's "backyard." This year marks the 10th anniversary of the official operation of the China-CELAC Forum. China is willing to work with countries in the region to strengthen unity and cooperation and promote the steady and long-term development of the China-Latin America community with a shared future. The two leaders thanked China for its long-term selfless assistance to their countries in safeguarding national sovereignty and achieving economic and social development, highly appreciated President Xi Jinping's concept of building a community with a shared future for mankind and the three global initiatives, and expressed willingness to work with China to oppose unilateralism and protectionism, promote the development of China-Latin America relations, and safeguard the common interests of the international community. China and the European Union have just celebrated the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. Since the beginning of this year, exchanges and cooperation between China and Europe in various fields have fully unfolded, and the consensus on practicing multilateralism, adhering to strategic autonomy, and upholding international rules has further deepened. During his meetings with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, President Xi Jinping emphasized that China is willing to work with European countries to conform to the historical trend of openness, cooperation, and win-win outcomes, strengthen strategic communication, and promote the continuous improvement of China-Europe relations. China and Europe should firmly pursue multilateralism, jointly resist unilateral bullying, safeguard the achievements of economic globalization, and uphold the global free trade system and the international economic and trade order. President Vučić stated that China is Serbia's most valuable friend and is willing to expand economic and trade exchanges with China, believing that China's ideas and actions have strengthened the international community's courage and confidence in safeguarding common interests. Prime Minister Fico stated that healthy and stable Europe-China relations are in the common interests of both sides, and Slovakia is willing to continue playing a constructive role in this regard, appreciating China's legitimate positions on issues such as Ukraine and the Middle East. Wang Yi finally said that this visit to Russia was a major action by President Xi Jinping to coordinate the domestic and international overall situations and to plan major-country relations and the overall diplomatic situation, and it was also another successful practice of Xi Jinping Thought on Diplomacy. At a critical historical moment of fierce game between unilateralism and multilateralism, and deep struggle between maintaining hegemony and opposing hegemony, China, under the leadership of President Xi Jinping, once again stood at the forefront and played a crucial role, unswervingly standing on the right side of history, on the side of human civilization and progress, and on the side of the common interests of the vast majority of countries, establishing a clearer image of a responsible, courageous, and trustworthy major country. Despite the shifting clouds, the pursuit of peace continues; despite the crashing waves, the sail of cooperation is hoisted high. We must unite more closely around the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping as the core, deeply understand and practice Xi Jinping Thought on Diplomacy, unswervingly promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind, and strive to create a new situation for major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics that is more active and more effective, fostering a more favorable international environment for comprehensively advancing the building of a strong nation and the great cause of national rejuvenation through Chinese modernization.
Upon joint agreement between China and Latin American and Caribbean countries, the Fourth Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum will be held in Beijing on May 13. Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the opening ceremony and deliver an important speech. Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, will preside over the meeting. Foreign ministers or representatives from CELAC member states and heads of relevant regional international organizations will attend the meeting. On May 11, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a press briefing for Chinese and foreign media on President Xi Jinping's attendance at the opening ceremony of the Fourth Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that President Xi Jinping will attend the opening ceremony of this meeting and deliver an important speech, reviewing the development of China-Latin America relations, expounding on the rich connotations, practical achievements, and broad prospects of the important concept of a China-Latin America community with a shared future, and proposing new initiatives and measures for the development of China-Latin America relations, pointing the direction and injecting new impetus for the steady and long-term development of China-Latin America relations. The meeting will adopt multiple outcome documents, covering specific measures for cooperation between the two sides in fields such as scientific and technological innovation, economic and trade investment, artificial intelligence, finance, infrastructure, agriculture and food, industry and information technology, energy and minerals, and joint construction of the "Belt and Road" initiative, demonstrating China and Latin America's firm determination to seek peace, promote development, and enhance cooperation. Ten years ago, the first ministerial meeting of the China-CELAC Forum was successfully held in Beijing. Over the past decade, under the strategic guidance of head-of-state diplomacy and the joint efforts of both sides, the China-CELAC Forum has established mechanisms such as ministerial meetings, the "Quartet" Foreign Ministers' Dialogue between China and CELAC, and national coordinators' meetings, building the framework for overall cooperation between China and Latin America. On the occasion of the tenth anniversary of the official operation of the China-CELAC Forum, holding the Fourth Ministerial Meeting is an important measure taken by China and Latin America through consultation to connect the past and the future, jointly discuss cooperation, and create a future, holding significant landmark importance in the process of China-Latin America cooperation and sending a clear signal to the world of unity and cooperation to jointly address global challenges. The Latin American and Caribbean region is an important component of the Global South and an important force in maintaining world peace and development. President Xi Jinping has visited the Latin American and Caribbean region six times, interacting frequently with leaders of countries in the region at bilateral and multilateral occasions, personally drawing the blueprint for the development of China-Latin America relations, leading China-Latin America relations into a new stage of equality, mutual benefit, innovation, openness, and benefiting the people, and giving profound connotations to the China-Latin America community with a shared future. Opposing hegemony and power politics, and advocating equality and mutual respect are common pursuits of both China and Latin America. Both China and Latin America support economic globalization, multilateralism, and the multilateral trading system, and oppose unilateralism, economic bullying, and the politicization and weaponization of economic and trade relations. China is willing to take this Fourth Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum as an opportunity to work with Latin America to discuss development plans, jointly hold a grand cooperation event, and collectively contribute wisdom and strength to addressing global challenges, promoting global governance reform, and maintaining world peace and stability.
In accordance with the unified deployment of the Party Central Committee to launch in-depth study and education on thoroughly implementing the spirit of the central eight-point frugality rules across the entire Party, as of May 10, eight central guiding groups have completed their stationing work in 21 localities and units. During the introductory meetings, the leaders of each central guiding group put forward requirements for thoroughly studying and implementing the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's important speeches and instructions, informed about the responsibilities, tasks, work arrangements, and specific requirements of the central guiding groups, listened to the progress of the study and education, and discussed and deployed guidance and supervision work. The leaders of each central guiding group pointed out that launching in-depth study and education on thoroughly implementing the spirit of the central eight-point frugality rules across the entire Party is a key task of Party building work this year. Dispatching central guiding groups to specifically supervise and guide relevant localities and units in effectively carrying out study and education is an important measure to help promote the implementation of various tasks of study and education and better address prominent problems, reflecting the Party Central Committee's care and concern for relevant localities and units. The leaders of each central guiding group emphasized that the guidance and supervision work should adhere to a problem-oriented approach, diligently and practically fulfill duties, supervise and inspect the implementation of the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's important speeches and instructions, and the Party Central Committee's deployment requirements for study and education. They also urged and guided relevant localities and units to seriously and effectively solve prominent problems in violation of the central eight-point frugality rules and their implementation details, promptly discover and promote the resolution of prominent problems such as irregular dining, illicit acceptance of gifts and money, infringement of people's interests, and inaction, adhere to a collaborative approach, carry out guidance and supervision work in a strong and orderly manner, and promote solid achievements in the Party-wide study and education through point-to-area initiatives. The principal leaders of the Party committees (Party leadership groups) of relevant localities and units stated that they would thoroughly study and implement the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's important speeches and instructions, adhere to the Party Central Committee's deployment requirements for study and education, raise their political stance, deeply understand the important significance of carrying out this study and education and the political considerations of the Party Central Committee in dispatching central guiding groups, take this as an opportunity to effectively unify their thoughts and actions with the Party Central Committee's decisions and deployments, shoulder the main responsibility for study and education, fully cooperate with and support the work of the guiding groups, effectively solve problems, promote the continuous deepening and solid implementation of study and education, and demonstrate firm support for "Two Establishments" and resolute adherence to "Two Maintenances" through practical actions.
Since their arrival at the Chinese Space Station on April 25, Shenzhou-20 astronauts Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui, and Wang Jie have quickly adapted to the microgravity environment, and various space science experiments and test projects are proceeding as planned. This marks China's first space regeneration experiment on planarians, utilizing the small universal biological culture module in the life ecology experiment cabinet to study the specific effects of the space environment on planarian regeneration morphogenesis and physiological behavior, enabling researchers to further understand the basic mechanisms of regeneration at the individual level. In the Wentian experimental module, the astronauts observed samples in the biotechnology experiment cabinet and completed tasks such as solid culture sample collection using the scientific glove box, assisting researchers in studying the microbial effect mechanisms of cell and tissue culture modules. In the field of space medicine experiments, the crew transferred the uplinked cell experiment units to the medical sample preparation device in the human system research cabinet for cultivation, supporting researchers in studying the effects of microgravity environment on cell growth, differentiation, and function. In addition, the astronauts conducted behavioral tests related to visual-motor processing experiments using computer and visual-motor test software. In the past half-month in orbit, the crew also completed maintenance and component replacement of related devices and equipment such as the regenerative life support system and the space treadmill, and carried out material sorting and installation of the node module hatch protection device. Currently, the three astronauts are in good physical and mental condition, and all work is progressing smoothly.
Since the beginning of this year, multinational corporations have continued to accelerate their expansion in China. Recently, many foreign-funded enterprises announced increased investment and expanded production in China, casting a vote of confidence in China with concrete actions. Not long ago, this German-funded enterprise announced an investment of 500 million yuan to expand its factory in Shanghai, contributing to the development of China's new energy vehicles. China's high-quality economic development and the accelerated formation of new productive forces are empowering foreign enterprises in China with strong driving force. In Wuxi, Jiangsu, a new energy battery project invested and built by this foreign-funded enterprise officially commenced mass production and shipment. In the past six years, they have already undertaken the construction and investment of 19 new bases in China. The "magnetic attraction" of the Chinese market to foreign investment continues to strengthen. This American-funded enterprise, which entered China through the first CIIE, has now taken root in China and will participate in the exhibition for the eighth time this year, with its exhibition area expanding from the initial 9 square meters to 300 square meters. Data shows that from January to March, the number of newly established foreign-invested enterprises nationwide reached 12,603, a year-on-year increase of 4.3%, with actual utilized foreign investment in March increasing by 13.2% year-on-year. A survey report by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China shows that more than half of the surveyed enterprises will "increase" or "maintain" their investment in China in 2025. Survey reports by the British Chamber of Commerce in China and the German Chamber of Commerce in China show that 76% of British-funded enterprises in China plan to maintain or increase their investment in China, and more than half of German-funded enterprises will increase investment in the next two years.
2025 National Family Education Publicity Week Activities Launched. On the eve of International Family Day, the All-China Women's Federation, in conjunction with women's federations at all levels, launched the 2025 National Family Education Publicity Week activities. The activities, through events such as family traditions and culture exhibitions, AI-powered family education guidance, and children's mental health popular science, aim to help parents master scientific parenting concepts and knowledge, and promote the healthy and happy growth of children. 2025 Vocational Education Activity Week Launched. Today (May 11), the Ministry of Education and nine other departments launched the 2025 Vocational Education Activity Week. During the activity week, more than 90 national characteristic activities will be organized, including "Vocational Education Lecture Hall," "Vocational Education Empowering Digital Transformation of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises" matchmaking, and "Grand Craftsmen Entering Campus," showcasing the demeanor of skilled talents to society. Unified Navigation Rules for the Upper, Middle, and Lower Reaches of the Yangtze River Mainline. Reporters learned from the Yangtze River Maritime Safety Administration of the Ministry of Transport that the "Navigation Rules for Vessels on the Yangtze River Mainline from Anhui to Sichuan" and the "Catalog of Traffic Separation Schemes, Recommended Routes, Crossing Areas, and One-Way Traffic Systems on the Yangtze River Mainline from Anhui to Sichuan" will be officially implemented from 12:00 on May 12, 2025, achieving unified navigation rules for the upper, middle, and lower reaches of the Yangtze River mainline. After the implementation of the new rules, the Yangtze River navigation routes will be optimized, and waterway traffic efficiency will be improved. AG600 Completes Crosswind Trials and Will Perform Scientific Stationing Missions. Reporters learned from the Aviation Industry Corporation of China that the domestically developed large amphibious aircraft AG600 recently completed several tests, including land crosswind takeoffs and landings, in Xilinhot, Inner Mongolia, fully verifying the aircraft's safety and reliability under strong crosswind conditions. Subsequently, the AG600 aircraft will perform scientific stationing missions, complete local firefighting tasks as needed, and intersperse with scientific flights such as avionics system optimization and improvement. International Rose Convention Opens in Beijing Today. Today (May 11), the 9th International Rose Convention opened in Beijing. This conference attracted nearly 800 scientists, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts from 26 countries and regions worldwide to participate, conducting in-depth exchanges and discussions on topics such as rose genetics and genomics, and breeding.
Dignitaries from various countries stated that President Xi Jinping's visit to Russia injected strong impetus into the development of the China-Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership of Coordination for a New Era, reflecting China's major-country responsibility in maintaining and strengthening global strategic stability. Countries worldwide should jointly promote the correct historical perspective of World War II, resolutely safeguard the post-war international order, unite and cooperate to address challenges, and work together to strive for a brighter future for humanity. Dignitaries from various countries stated that President Xi Jinping's visit to Russia fully demonstrated the determination of China and Russia to jointly safeguard the victory outcomes of the World Anti-Fascist War, highlighting China's responsibility and commitment to upholding the correct historical perspective of World War II and firmly safeguarding its victory outcomes, which is of great practical significance.
U.S. media reported on May 9 that the U.S. agricultural economy is suffering from the impact of the U.S. government's tariff policies, particularly in the agricultural product trade and processing sectors. The report stated that quarterly financial reports from large U.S. agricultural companies show that tariff policies are negatively affecting the import of agricultural product transactions, farm machinery, pesticides, fertilizers, and other commodities. Archer Daniels Midland Company and Bunge Limited saw their combined operating profits plummet by approximately $750 million in the first quarter, with both companies citing uncertainty in trade policy as the cause. U.S. economic experts say a high probability of U.S. domestic demand contraction in Q2. Senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, Barry Bosworth, recently stated that there is a high probability of a contraction in U.S. domestic demand in the second quarter, and U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) may continue to decline. Generally, U.S. research institutions define a recession as two consecutive quarters of negative GDP growth. California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized U.S. tariff policies for hindering imports on May 10. He pointed out that children would lack school bags and holiday toys in a few months. He sent a clear message to the U.S. government: stop punishing American families.
Pakistan and India Announce Ceasefire. Pakistan and India separately announced on the 10th that they had reached an agreement to immediately cease fire. Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Dar stated on the 10th that a comprehensive ceasefire would be achieved, and that Pakistan has always been committed to maintaining regional peace and security, and has never abandoned its sovereignty and territorial integrity. Indian Foreign Secretary Tang Yong-sheng said that senior Indian and Pakistani generals would meet again on the 12th. Later on the 10th, India claimed that Pakistan had violated the ceasefire agreement. Pakistan denied this. Israeli Airstrikes in Gaza Strip Kill 23. The Palestinian Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip announced on the 10th that Israeli military operations in various parts of the Gaza Strip in the past 24 hours resulted in at least 23 deaths and over 120 injuries. The Israeli military stated on the 10th that it struck approximately 60 military targets of Palestinian armed groups in the Gaza Strip. Iran's Foreign Minister Insists on Right to Peaceful Nuclear Energy. Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi said on the 10th at the 4th Arab-Iran Dialogue Conference in Doha, Qatar, that Iran has no intention of developing nuclear weapons but insists on its legitimate right to peaceful use of nuclear energy. Araghchi also stated that the Middle East region is at a critical stage, requiring countries to strengthen understanding and comprehensive cooperation. Iran believes that dialogue is a strategic necessity to address challenges and strengthen stability.
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