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WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 (Xinhua) — U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday he will sign an executive order imposing a 10 percent global tariff to replace some duties he imposed under a law intended for emergency purposes, which the U.S. Supreme Court ruled illegal.

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Dushanbe, February 20 /Xinhua/ — Tajikistan's population as of January 1, 2026, was approximately 10.72 million, an increase of 2 percent compared to the same period last year, the country's Statistics Agency reported on Friday.

In January-December 2025, 255.1 thousand births were registered in the country, and the number of registered deaths was 34.4 thousand people. –0–

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Tbilisi, February 20 /Xinhua/ — China became Georgia's top export destination in January, with shipments up 265.7 percent year-on-year to reach $66 million, accounting for 13.7 percent of total exports, the Georgian National Statistics Office reported on Thursday.

According to the agency, in January 2026, Georgia's trade turnover with China reached $223.3 million, with a total foreign trade volume of $1.6 billion.

The export growth was largely driven by a record increase in shipments of precious metal ores, which accounted for 77.1% of exports to China. Copper ore exports also increased.

China ranked second in imports after Turkey, with a 13.9 percent share. Imports from China increased by 35 percent to $157.2 million. In particular, shipments of rotary electric converters, semiconductor devices, and finished fasteners to Georgia reached a record high.

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NEW YORK, Feb. 20 (Xinhua) — The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday ruled that massive tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump under a law intended to be used for emergency purposes are illegal.

In a 6-3 decision, the US Supreme Court ruled that the tariff policy under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) was unconstitutional. Consequently, the global tariffs imposed by Donald Trump in April of last year were officially repealed.

The judges ruled that under the IEEPA, the president lacks the authority to impose tariffs on goods from almost all U.S. trading partners.

The vote confirmed that the power to impose tariffs rests with the US Congress, not the president.

Local media reported on Friday that the decision is expected to impact global trade, business activity, inflation, and the financial situation of all US citizens. –0–

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Tehran, February 20 (Xinhua) — Iran plans to prepare a draft of a possible nuclear agreement with the United States within two to three days, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday.

The diplomat announced this in an interview with the American television channel MSNBC, speaking about the progress of indirect nuclear talks between Iran and the United States and ways to overcome disagreements over the Iranian nuclear program.

“My next step will be to present a draft of the potential deal to my American colleagues,” A. Araghchi said, noting that the draft will be ready in the next two to three days.

He said that after finalization by senior management, the draft will be handed over to US Presidential Envoy Steven Witkoff, after which both sides “may need another round of discussions before working toward what we hope will be a good outcome.”

Turning to the topic of the second round of indirect talks, which took place on February 17, A. Araghchi drew attention to the fact that Iran did not propose suspending uranium enrichment on its territory, and the American side did not put forward such a demand.

“We are now talking about ways to ensure that Iran’s nuclear program, including uranium enrichment, is peaceful and always remains peaceful,” he explained.

A. Araghchi expressed confidence that a “fair and equitable” deal is achievable, but at the same time described the buildup of the US military presence in the West Asian region as “absolutely unnecessary and harmful.”

"I must emphasize that there is no military solution to the Iranian nuclear program," he said, adding: "The only solution is diplomacy, and that is why the United States is back at the negotiating table and seeking a deal."

The Iranian Foreign Minister noted that Iran is ready for both war and peace, stating: “We are ready for diplomacy and negotiations to the same extent as we are for war.”

A. Araghchi's statements came against the backdrop of increasing tensions in relations between Iran and the United States, as well as a buildup of the American military presence in the region, despite renewed diplomatic efforts.

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that Iran has 10 to 15 days to reach a deal on its nuclear program, warning that "very bad things" would happen otherwise. –0–

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WASHINGTON, February 20 (Xinhua) — The United States' gross domestic product (GDP) grew 1.4 percent year-on-year in the fourth quarter of 2025, the Commerce Department reported on Friday.

The recorded growth was much lower than the 2.5 percent expected by analysts. –0–

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Xinhua | February 20, 2026

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Lightning: US GDP growth in the fourth quarter of 2025 was 1.4 percent, which is significantly lower than the initial forecasts Lightning: US GDP growth in the fourth quarter of 2025 was 1.4 percent, which is significantly lower than the initial forecasts

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Xinhua | February 20, 2026

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Lightning: Iran plans to prepare a draft of a possible agreement with the US on the nuclear program within 2-3 days – media Lightning: Iran plans to prepare a draft of a possible agreement with the US on the nuclear program within 2-3 days – media

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Beijing, February 20 (Xinhua) — As a key event in the Beijing-Moscow cultural exchange program, the Moscow Maslenitsa Festival in Beijing officially opened on February 19 in Beijing's Chaoyang Park. The festival showcases the traditions and festive culture of bidding farewell to winter and welcoming spring in Russia, offering residents and visitors to the Chinese capital a springtime cultural celebration filled with an exotic atmosphere.

From February 19th to 22nd, the air in Chaoyang Park is permeated with a festive spirit. The road leading to the event is decorated in the style of "Moskovsky Pereulok," a typical Moscow street. The trees are adorned with festive decorations created by young Moscow designers; their inspiration comes from the sun and the elements, symbolizing the changing seasons and the renewal of all life.

The event's program is rich and diverse. It features musical concerts and street theater performances, special stalls selling Russian souvenirs and traditional sweets, and interactive areas where visitors can make their own holiday decorations symbolizing the farewell to winter and the welcome of spring. The food court is also very popular, offering Russian-style blini with a variety of fillings, other traditional dishes, and warming drinks, allowing guests to experience the authentic flavor of Russia.

The park features themed art objects, such as traditional pinwheels, a giant samovar, and nesting dolls, which have become popular photo spots. On February 19th and 20th, a "Karaoke Bus" will be running through the park, allowing anyone to hop on board and sing Russian songs.

During the festival, the "Moscow" tourist pavilion will also be open, where guests can use virtual reality technology to stroll through the streets of Moscow and explore the city's tourist offerings.

At the festival's opening ceremony, the Moscow Tourism Committee and the Beijing Department of Culture and Tourism signed a memorandum of cooperation in tourism. The parties will intensify collaboration in key areas such as tourism promotion, industry exchanges, route development, and personnel training, improve regular cooperation mechanisms, and promote continuous improvement in the quality and level of tourism cooperation between Beijing and Moscow.

Maslenitsa is one of the most famous ancient folk holidays, still celebrated in Russia today. The festivities last a whole week. During these days, people bake pancakes and hold festivities to bid farewell to winter and welcome spring. In 2026, Maslenitsa week begins on Monday, February 16, and ends on Sunday, February 22. -0-

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BEIJING, Feb. 20 (Xinhua) — China's consumer sector received a major boost in the early days of the Spring Festival (Chinese Lunar New Year) holiday as Chinese consumers spent heavily, filling restaurants and shopping malls and traveling around the country.

According to data from the Ministry of Commerce, average daily sales at major retail and catering establishments increased by 8.6 percent during the first four days of the holiday compared to the same period last year. During the first three days of the holiday, footfall and revenue increased by 4.5 percent and 4.8 percent, respectively, on 78 key shopping streets and districts.

The Spring Festival, also known as the Chinese New Year, fell on February 17 this year, with the total duration of the holiday, which began on February 15, being nine days.

This boom in consumer activity was the result of a combination of both traditional and new trends. Online platforms recorded increased interest in smart devices: sales of wearables on the largest platforms jumped 19.7 percent year-on-year in the first three days of the holiday. Sales of smart glasses (up 3.5 times) and smart glucometers (up nearly 50 percent) were particularly noticeable.

Growth in service spending also accelerated. During the first three days of the holiday, domestic tourism spending across major online platforms increased by 4.5 percent year-on-year, while car rental bookings increased by 26 percent.

In the southern Chinese island province of Hainan, duty-free sales reached 970 million yuan (almost $140 million) in the first four days of the holiday, up 15.8 percent from a year earlier.

The nationwide trade-in program also continued to stimulate consumer demand. As of February 18, approximately 28.44 million consumers had taken advantage of the trade-in subsidies, resulting in sales of nearly 196.39 billion yuan, of which 100.23 billion yuan came from vehicle trade-ins.

Ahead of the nine-day holiday, the government has introduced a range of support measures, advising local authorities and businesses to combine promotional campaigns with policy incentives, including issuing consumer vouchers and improving payment services for visitors. -0-

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