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Moscow, March 27 (Xinhua) — A seminar titled "Together for High-Quality Development, Together Strengthening Strategic Cooperation," dedicated to the outcomes of the "two sessions" (the Fourth Session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) and the Fourth Session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC)), held in early March, was held on Friday at the Chinese Embassy in Moscow. Participants, including politicians, leading Russian Sinologists, international relations experts, university professors, public figures, and media representatives, discussed the significance of the decisions made at the sessions for China's development and the strengthening of Sino-Russian strategic cooperation.

As Chinese Ambassador to Russia Zhang Hanhui stated at the opening of the seminar, the annual sessions of the National People's Congress (NPC) and the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) are the most important events in China's political life. "This year's sessions focused on high-quality development, scientific and technological innovation, green transformation, rule of law, and other key tasks," he noted.

The Chinese diplomat also noted that this year marks the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Chinese-Russian strategic partnership and cooperation, and the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Good-Neighborliness, Friendship, and Cooperation between China and Russia. "Chinese-Russian strategic cooperation rests on a solid foundation of eternal good-neighborliness and friendship, mutually beneficial cooperation, and mutual benefit. This is the source of strength for the high level of mutual trust and the foundation for the development of high-quality cooperation," he emphasized.

In his speech, Ivan Melnikov, First Deputy Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation and Chairman of the Russian-Chinese Friendship Society (RCFS), emphasized that China faces a number of important tasks within the 15th Five-Year Plan: maintaining economic growth through innovative development, strengthening domestic demand, reducing vulnerability to external pressure by strengthening scientific and technological self-sufficiency, and simultaneously improving the quality of life. "Clearly, such a comprehensive approach to economic development will positively impact the situation not only within China but also internationally, creating new opportunities for deepening cooperation between our countries," he asserted.

Another important theme of the "two sessions," according to I. Melnikov, is the expansion of openness and improvement of the investment climate in China. He believes this sends an important signal to Russia as well. "We see that despite the general international turbulence, Beijing is not retreating into a closed economy model, but is striving to combine internal stability with maintaining channels for external economic interaction. For bilateral relations, this means that cooperation with Russia will continue to develop not only as politically significant but also as an economically effective avenue," explained the chairman of the RCDC.

Andrey Denisov, First Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council Committee on International Affairs and former Russian Ambassador to China, noted that this year's "two sessions" are of special nature and significance. "First, they provide responses to heightened challenges, both internal and external. Second, they open a new five-year period for the country's long-term development," he noted.

According to A. Denisov, his main impression from the "two sessions" is that, despite all the tectonic shifts on the global stage, China's foreign policy remains consistent and stable, and China's initiative to reform global governance is gaining additional relevance. "China, with its stability and determined development, brings enormous positive energy to a world full of uncertainty, infusing it with precious stability," the diplomat stated.

In summing up, the seminar participants noted that the decisions of the "two sessions" demonstrate China's strategic approach, which serves as an example for Russia, and that the priorities of the 15th Five-Year Plan align with the interests of Russian-Chinese cooperation. All of this creates a solid foundation for further rapprochement between the two countries.

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Xinhua | March 28, 2026

Keywords: USA-Israel-Iran

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Flash: The US and Israel struck a uranium concentrate plant in Yazd, Iran, but no radiation leak was reported, according to media reports.

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Tehran, March 27 (Xinhua) — A yellowcake (uranium concentrate) plant in Yazd Province, central Iran, was hit by US and Israeli airstrikes on Friday, but no radiation leak has been detected so far, several media outlets reported, citing the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran.

The plant, which began operations in May 2023, produces yellowcake, a powdered uranium concentrate obtained from leach solutions and an intermediate stage in the processing of uranium ores.

Separately, Iran's official news agency IRNA reported on Friday that two people were killed and two others wounded in US-Israeli strikes on a cement factory in the southwestern province of Fars.

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BEIJING, March 27 (Xinhua) — Starting peace talks is not an easy task, but this is the only way to avoid further casualties and damage, which will also help prevent the spread of military conflict and restore normal shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Friday.

Wang Yi, who is also a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, said this during a telephone conversation with Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, which took place at the initiative of the Pakistani side.

During the conversation, M.I. Dar briefed Wang Yi on the latest developments related to the situation in Iran and outlined Pakistan's position.

The Pakistani Foreign Minister expressed gratitude to China for supporting Pakistan's mediation efforts and emphasized that a ceasefire, conflict resolution, and restoration of peace are the common aspirations of all parties involved.

M.I. Dar noted that the current moment is crucial for the resumption of peace negotiations and called on the international community to encourage both the United States and Iran to return to the negotiating table and find effective solutions to achieve peace.

Pakistan and China share the same goals and positions on this issue, M.I. Dar noted, expressing hope that both countries will work together and play a constructive role to persuade the parties to end the conflict.

Wang Yi, for his part, reiterated China's principled position, stating that China and Pakistan are strategic partners who support and trust each other, that both countries take an objective and fair position on this conflict, and that their views generally coincide.

The Chinese diplomat praised Pakistan's tireless efforts to de-escalate the situation and reiterated China's support for Pakistan's continued role as a mediator.

Wang Yi said China is willing to strengthen strategic communication and coordination with Pakistan, make efforts to promote peace and end the war, and jointly advance peace and stability.

The parties agreed to jointly promote a ceasefire, resolve the conflict and resume peace negotiations, as well as ensure the security of civilian facilities and sea routes and support the leading role of the UN in this regard.

Diplomats from the two countries also exchanged views on the border conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan and other issues. –0–

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Tehran, March 27 (Xinhua) — The heavy-water research reactor facility in Khondab, central Iran, was hit by a US-Israeli airstrike on Friday, Iran's semi-official Fars News Agency reported.

As the news agency noted, citing local authorities, there have been no reports of casualties or threats to residents of the area where the incident occurred. –0–

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Xinhua | March 27, 2026

Keywords: Iran

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Lightning: The heavy-water reactor in the Iranian city of Khondab was hit by an airstrike from the US and Israel, but no dangerous situation was reported – media. Lightning: The heavy-water reactor in the Iranian city of Khondab was hit by an airstrike from the US and Israel, but no dangerous situation was reported – media.

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Moscow, March 27 /Xinhua/ — US actions in Iran were a grave strategic mistake, and the new US administration will pay for it. Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council Dmitry Medvedev stated this in an interview with RIA Novosti published on Friday.

"I think this is the price of a grave mistake, a strategic error by the White House. Moreover, it will most likely be the new US administration that pays for this mistake—quite possibly a Democratic one, not a Republican one," said D. Medvedev.

The Deputy Head of the Russian Security Council noted that a peaceful resolution to the conflict in the Middle East is impossible in the near future.

"We all hope for a peaceful resolution to any conflict. I think that, sad as it may sound, it's impossible in the near future. Because the forces involved are in an extremely antagonistic position: they hate each other," he said.

Dmitry Medvedev also drew attention to the developments in the Middle East peace process over the past 70-80 years. "There's no sign of a peaceful settlement there. It's only getting worse. It's one conflict after another, then Gaza. But even this conflict hasn't brought any peace. Therefore, my prognosis is this: a peaceful resolution to this conflict is not yet in sight," he added.

On February 28, the United States and Israel began striking targets in Iran. Iran is carrying out retaliatory strikes on Israeli territory, as well as on US military targets in the Middle East.

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CAPE TOWN, March 27 (Xinhua) — Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met with South African Vice President Paul Mashatile in Cape Town, South Africa, on Thursday and co-chaired the 9th plenary meeting of the China-South Africa Bilateral Intergovernmental Commission.

As Han Zheng noted in his speech, under the strategic leadership of President Xi Jinping and President Cyril Ramaphosa, relations between the two countries have entered a “golden era,” been elevated to the level of a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership in a new era, and continue to move towards the goal of building a high-level community with a shared future.

According to the Chinese Vice President, in today's volatile and turbulent world, China and South Africa, as major developing countries and important states in the Global South, enjoy a wide range of common interests and ample room for cooperation. China-South Africa relations extend beyond bilateral boundaries and are increasingly demonstrating global and strategic influence, Han Zheng stated.

According to him, since the 8th plenary session of the bilateral intergovernmental commission, China-South Africa cooperation in various fields has rapidly developed and yielded significant results. During the current meeting, Han Zheng continued, a broad and in-depth exchange of views took place on the further implementation of the important agreements reached by the two heads of state, as well as on bilateral relations and the promotion of cooperation in key areas, fully reflecting the important role of the intergovernmental commission in planning and coordinating cooperation between the two sides.

Both sides unanimously agreed that, under the new circumstances, the bilateral intergovernmental commission must fully utilize its important role, converting traditional friendship into a sustainable impetus for the development of interstate relations, political mutual trust into concrete actions to protect each other's fundamental interests, and scientifically based and pragmatic strategic planning into tangible results of cooperation.

Han Zheng expressed hope that the relevant departments of the two countries will intensify cooperation, identify key cooperation projects for the next stage and steps for their implementation as soon as possible, and strive to achieve even more significant results and successes.

The two sides need to strengthen the excellent tradition of mutual support between the two countries, strengthen communication and coordinate their positions on issues affecting each other's core interests, as well as on pressing international issues, maintaining exchanges and cooperation at all levels and in various fields, the Chinese vice president said.

He said it was necessary to fully utilize the opportunities for cooperation opened up by China's zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries and to reach agreement as soon as possible on agreements to achieve early results within the framework of the agreement on joint development of economic partnership.

It is necessary to further strengthen cooperation in key areas such as infrastructure, resources, and energy, increase cooperation in science and technology, and promote closer ties between the peoples of the two countries, Han Zheng added.

P. Mashatile, for his part, stated that over the 28 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and South Africa, bilateral ties have steadily developed in both depth and breadth.

The South African side expressed its readiness to work with the Chinese side to effectively utilize the important guiding and coordinating role of the bilateral intergovernmental commission mechanism in developing relations between the two countries, implement strategic plans for bilateral cooperation, unlock the potential of cooperation, and jointly promote modernization.

South Africa highly appreciates China's constructive role in ensuring world peace, security and development, supports President Xi Jinping's Global Governance Initiative, and expresses its readiness to strengthen coordination and cooperation with China in multilateral mechanisms, jointly upholding multilateralism.

Han Zheng and P. Mashatile heard reports from six subcommittees of the bilateral intergovernmental commission on work in areas such as diplomacy, trade and investment, mineral resources and energy, environment and infrastructure, science and technology, and education and culture. –0–

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Moscow, March 27 (Xinhua) — Russia has donated 313 tons of medical supplies to Iran, delivered by rail as part of humanitarian aid. The Ministry of Civil Defense, Emergencies, and Disaster Relief (MES) press service announced this on Friday.

The delivery took approximately four days and was made possible thanks to the cooperation of various Russian and Azerbaijani agencies, said Dmitry Melnik, Director of the International Affairs Department of the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations. The humanitarian aid was provided at the request of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

This marks the second shipment of Russian humanitarian aid to Iran. Previously, the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations delivered 13 tons of medical supplies to Iran via Azerbaijan via an Il-76 aircraft. –0–

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Tbilisi, March 27 (Xinhua) — Despite global challenges, the country's economy continues to develop steadily and demonstrate strong performance that exceeded expectations, Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze said on Friday in Tbilisi at the 51st International Conference of the Central and Eastern European Banking Association.

The head of the Georgian government noted that in 2021-2025, the average growth of the country's real gross domestic product amounted to 9.3 percent.

According to him, the high level of confidence in the country's economic prospects was reflected in the placement of Eurobonds this year, when international demand exceeded supply by 5.5 times. "This demonstrates strong confidence in Georgia's economic prospects," I. Kobakhidze emphasized.

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