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Breaking news, business, up-to-date sports, and the hottest entertainment happenings, from the unique Chinese perspective.
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China slams U.S. tariff hike as protectionism, manipulation
China says additional U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports will not help the economy and bilateral relations but will result in higher costs (01:02). China is warning the Philippines not to abuse Beijing's kindness by trespassing in the South China Sea (11:09). And international tourists groups arriving at Chinese ports on cruise ships can now enter without a visa (14:43).
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Chinese, South Korean FMs reaffirm cooperation
Mutual trust and cooperation have topped discussions at a meeting in Beijing between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and his South Korean counterpart Cho Tae-yul (01:04). Donald Trump’s former lawyer has testified in court in New York saying he used settlement payments to keep an alleged affair about Trump quiet (16:02). And the Shanghai International Film Festival is set to open in June (53:04).
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Israel strikes Jabalia in northern Gaza
Israeli tanks have advanced deep into northern Gaza as troops continue to pound Rafah in the South(00:59). The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor is expected to be among talks during Pakistani Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar's visit this week(09:47). And Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed former First Deputy Prime Minister Andrei Belousov as the new defense minister(18:05).
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China, Hungary agree to become All-weather Comprehensive Strategic Partners for the New Era
China and Hungary have decided to lift their ties during a state visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping where he held talks with the Hungarian president and prime minister(01:07). Israeli attacks on Rafah continue after peace talks conclude with no deal and despite U.S. warnings to halt arms deliveries(14:01). And the new Chinese ambassador to India says he’s ready to work to promote closer ties(20:22).
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China to align modernization efforts with Hungary's opening policy: president
Chinese President Xi Jinping has held talks with his Hungarian counterpart Tamas Sulyok after attending a welcome ceremony in Budapest(01:07). The Pentagon chief says Washington halted bombs deliveries to Israel over concerns about Rafah(15:56). And the new climate envoys of China and the U.S. have held in-person discussions for the first time(25:57).
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China, Serbia to build community with a shared future in new era
Chinese President Xi Jinping has announced six initiatives with Serbia that cover free trade, agriculture and people-to-people exchanges(01:00). China’s Chang’e-6 lunar probe has entered the moon’s orbit ahead of a soft landing near the lunar south pole(14:12). And Hamas has warned that there will be no ceasefire in Gaza if Israel keeps up its assault in Rafah(23:48).