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Moscow, January 30 (Xinhua) — Moscow hopes common sense will prevail amid numerous predictions of the inevitability of another attack on Iran, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova stated at a briefing.

"Just yesterday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's interview with Turkish media was published. The minister pointed out that there are currently many predictions—here's a verbatim quote—that another attack on Iran is inevitable. At the same time, we hope that common sense will prevail," Zakharova stated.

She added that Russia's position on Iran has not changed, and that the situation around that country is being given due attention in bilateral contacts.

Touching on the topic of Ukraine's accession to the European Union, the official representative of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that "the policy of expanding the European Union has long since discredited itself."

"It's no secret that it's based on double standards and the opportunistic political interests of the Brussels leadership. While some candidate countries wait in line for decades, for others, the principles, procedures, and criteria for European integration are being tweaked on the fly. How can this not be seen?" she asked.

"The most striking example is the European Union's efforts to draw Ukraine into its ranks during the current phase of enlargement. It turns out that to quickly join the EU, it's enough to simply assume the role of a victim, a righteous fighter. But there's a nuance—against Russia. Add the phrase 'fighter against Russia,' as Ukraine did, for example, and doors may open for you—in words, though only in words—and promises may be made," Zakharova emphasized.

According to the diplomat, it is significant that, against the backdrop of Ukraine's accelerated rapprochement with the European Union, the Balkan countries—Serbia, Albania, North Macedonia, and Montenegro—have been waiting in line to join the EU for decades. –0–

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Kyiv, January 30 (Xinhua) — Negotiations to resolve the Russian-Ukrainian armed conflict have yet to reach a compromise on the territorial issue, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told reporters on Friday, Ukrinform reported.

V. Zelensky noted that, on the Donbas issue, official Kyiv is prepared to compromise to ensure a ceasefire, but does not accept decisions that violate Ukraine's territorial integrity.

The Ukrainian President emphasized that the United States understands Ukraine's position and proposes creating a free economic zone in Donbas.

During the peace talks in Abu Dhabi on January 23-24, Kyiv advocated distributing control over this zone along the front line. However, final decisions on the territorial issue can only be made at the leadership level, Zelenskyy added.

He also noted separately that before signing the main peace agreement, Ukraine must conclude an agreement with the United States on providing it with security guarantees. –0–

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Moscow, January 30 /Xinhua/ — As one of the world's largest economies, China plays a vital role in the development of the global economic system. This assessment was given by Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova, responding to a Xinhua reporter's question on Friday about the importance of China's continued openness for maintaining global stability and economic recovery.

"As one of the world's largest economies, China plays a huge role in the development of the global economic system. China's shift toward domestic consumption and increased imports from other countries not only provides a reliable foundation for improving the standard of living of Chinese citizens but also opens up opportunities for increased exports from other countries, strengthening cross-border contacts and practical ties," she said.

As M. Zakharova noted, this is especially important for Russia, which is one of China's key trading partners. "Our country ranks first in oil supplies to China, and last year we also became the leader in natural gas," the Russian diplomat emphasized.

She added that Russian agricultural products, which have a well-deserved reputation for being environmentally friendly and high-quality, are in high demand in China. Their shipments increased again last year.

“In 2025, bilateral trade turnover once again exceeded the $200 billion mark, which demonstrates the sustainability of the Russian-Chinese trade and economic partnership,” concluded M. Zakharova. –0–

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BEIJING, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) — China's non-financial outward direct investment (ODI) will reach $145.66 billion in 2025, up 1.3 percent from a year earlier, according to data released Friday by the Ministry of Commerce.

The growth of Chinese investment was steady and orderly, the department noted. Investment in Africa, Europe, and Asia increased by 41 percent, 20.9 percent, and 1.2 percent, respectively.

The inflow of non-financial direct investment from China to countries joining the Belt and Road Initiative amounted to US$39.67 billion, an increase of 17.6 percent year-on-year.

Chinese companies' overseas engineering contracting revenues totaled $178.82 billion, up 7.7 percent from the previous year, while newly signed contracts rose 8.2 percent to $289.22 billion, according to data from the trade ministry. -0-

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Philadelphia, USA, January 30 (Xinhua) — Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng said the future of strong relations between China and the United States will be based on people-to-people exchanges.

Speaking at the "Ni Hao! China" tourism promotion event and Lunar New Year concert on Wednesday, Xie Feng noted that "the hope for China-US relations lies in people, and their foundation lies in our societies."

The event was co-organized by the Philadelphia Orchestra and the China National Tourism Office in New York.

Xie Feng described people-to-people exchanges as “a bridge connecting hearts and strengthening friendship, a means of cooperation based on common interests, and a mirror for mutual learning and understanding.”

He noted that last October, the Philadelphia Orchestra embarked on its 15th tour of China and participated in the China-US Zhiyin (Kindred Spirits) Dialogue along with more than 20 leading arts institutions from both countries.

Xie Feng also emphasized the importance of international cultural exchanges in the film industry, noting that the Chinese animated film "Nezha 2" was shown in more than 900 theaters in North America and became one of the highest-grossing Chinese films in the region in the past 20 years, while Disney's "Zootopia 2" earned more than US$600 million in China.

According to the Chinese ambassador, videos with the hashtag "Becoming Chinese" have gone viral on social media. Americans are sharing videos showing how they are adopting aspects of the Chinese way of life and culture.

Regarding the simplification of entry procedures into the country, Xie Feng recalled that China has introduced 240-hour visa-free transit for US citizens and invited more Americans to experience the real, dynamic and multifaceted China.

Looking to the future, Xie Feng said Beijing is willing to work with Washington “to strengthen people-to-people ties through cultural exchanges and promote stable, healthy, and sustainable development of bilateral relations for the benefit of both countries and the world.” –0–

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BEIJING, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) — China's state-owned and state-owned enterprises (SOEs) are expected to see revenue growth in 2025, according to data released Friday by the Ministry of Finance.

These companies' revenues reached 84.89 trillion yuan (about $12.18 trillion) last year, up 0.5 percent year-on-year, while their profits fell 6.3 percent year-on-year to 4.04 trillion yuan.

In 2025, the above-mentioned enterprises paid taxes and fees totaling 5.88 trillion yuan, up 0.4% compared with 2024. By the end of December 2025, their asset-liability ratio was 65.1%, up 0.4 percentage points year-on-year. -0-

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BEIJING, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) — China will take all necessary measures to protect the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies, Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said Friday after Panama's Supreme Court annulled a contract awarded to a subsidiary of Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison Holdings Limited to operate Panamanian port terminals.

The company in question called the Panamanian court's decision contrary to the law under which Panama approved the concession. However, the company reserves all rights, including legal action, Guo Jiakun recalled at a press conference.

The Chinese side will resolutely protect the fair and legitimate rights and interests of its companies, he emphasized. -0-

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BEIJING, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's official visit to China has yielded fruitful results, demonstrating the breadth and depth of cooperation between the two countries, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Friday.

This is the first visit by a British Prime Minister to China in eight years, Guo Jiakun recalled at a regular ministerial press conference. He added that Starmer also became the first head of state from among the permanent members of the UN Security Council, whom China will accept in 2026.

China stands ready to work with the UK to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries and jointly develop a long-term and stable comprehensive strategic partnership, the spokesperson said. -0-

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SEOUL, January 30 (Xinhua) — The Republic of Korea's special prosecutor on Friday filed an appeal challenging the trial court's acquittal of former first lady Kim Geun-hee. She was accused of involvement in stock price manipulation, the Renhap News Agency reported.

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Moscow, January 30 /Xinhua/ — Russia's statements about its readiness to resume gas supplies through the surviving line of the Nord Stream gas pipeline have received no response from Germany. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Dmitry Lyubinsky stated this in an interview with RIA Novosti.

"Our statements about our readiness to resume gas supplies through the surviving branch of the pipeline, provided there is willingness on the German side, have remained unanswered," said D. Lyubinsky.

According to him, for political reasons, the Germans have completely refused to purchase Russian coal, oil and petroleum products, and pipeline gas, and have also blocked all forms of bilateral cooperation with Russia.

"The refusal to cooperate with Russia on energy issues has had the greatest negative impact on the German economy," the deputy minister noted.

The diplomat emphasized that Moscow has no intention of persuading anyone and sees no prospects for returning to a sound energy dialogue with Berlin.

Touching on the situation around Greenland, D. Lublinsky noted that Europe's policy of "protecting" Greenland is a cause for concern for those who link their future and security to the promises of European overseers.

“Judging by Donald Trump’s reaction to this, the European ‘united front’ to defend Greenland made a strong impression on him, although not quite the one the Europeans were expecting,” he concluded. –0–

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