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On March 13, as part of a charity initiative of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), nine children with congenital heart defects from Tajikistan arrived at the Qingdao Women's and Children's Hospital for treatment. The young patients have reportedly been successfully hospitalized. After a full preoperative examination, the children will undergo surgery in stages.

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Washington, March 17 (Xinhua) — US forces struck Iranian missile sites near the Strait of Hormuz, US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Tuesday.

“Several hours ago, US forces successfully fired multiple 5,000-pound deep penetration munitions against hardened Iranian missile sites along Iran’s coastline near the Strait of Hormuz,” the military said. –0–

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On March 16, Qionghai Boao International Airport (hereinafter referred to as Boao Airport), part of Hainan Holdings, officially launched the Boao-Ho Chi Minh City international cargo air route. This is another important initiative by Boao Airport to deepen its presence in the international air cargo market, following the launch of its first international cargo route (Boao-Bangkok) on February 28, marking a further improvement in the air cargo hub's operational structure in eastern Hainan Province. On the same day, the Ho Chi Minh City-Haikou international cargo route was also launched.

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From March 11 to 15, the 2026 FHE (Full Health Food Expo) was held in Boao, Hainan Province.

At the conference, FHE Chairman and Chinese Academy of Engineering Academician Chen Junshi noted that offering healthy food products and making informed consumer choices are mutually reinforcing. "We hope to create a platform for sharing experiences in nutrition science both in China and abroad, to use innovation as a driving force, and, through innovation across the entire value chain and industry-wide modernization, to achieve a healthy lifestyle for all," Chen said.

Photo from the event venue. Photo provided by the organizer.

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According to the latest agenda for the 2026 Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference, published on the Forum's official website on March 16, the annual conference will be held from March 24 to 27 in Boao, Hainan Province. The event is planned to feature high-level dialogues, panel discussions, roundtables, and other events.

The 2026 Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference will be held under the theme "Shaping a Shared Future: New Dynamics, New Opportunities, New Cooperation." The agenda includes four main thematic areas: "Understanding Global Trends to Identify Development Directions," "Deepening Regional Cooperation to Drive Dynamics," "Fostering Transformation and Innovation to Unlock Development Potential," and "Strengthening Partnerships for Inclusive Growth."

This year marks the beginning of China's 15th Five-Year Plan, the first full year since the launch of independent customs operations at the Hainan Free Port, and the 25th anniversary of the founding of the Boao Forum for Asia. Hainan Province, guided by the overall goal of hosting the event—"smooth and successful, safe and orderly, green and intelligent, and in line with international standards"—is meticulously preparing to ensure the success of the conference and showcase the new achievements, new image, and bright prospects of the Hainan Free Port since the introduction of independent customs operations.

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Minsk, March 17 (Xinhua) — The 33rd Minsk International Book Fair opened in Belarus on Tuesday. Around 500 exhibitors from more than 20 countries are participating, including Brazil, Venezuela, Iran, Kazakhstan, Vietnam, Moldova, the United Arab Emirates, and Pakistan. The event's central themes are the 35th anniversary of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and the Year of Belarusian Women.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko sent a message of greetings to the forum's participants and guests. It stated that for many years, the exhibition has been a long-awaited and significant event in the fields of literature and publishing, bringing together professionals and enthusiasts of the printed word from around the world.

"I am convinced that the book forum, timed to coincide with the 35th anniversary of the CIS, will strengthen the potential for international cooperation, reveal new names, and present exciting projects aimed at developing publishing and promoting the spiritual and moral values of the Commonwealth," the Belarusian leader noted in his address.

At the opening ceremony, CIS Secretary General Sergei Lebedev stated that, despite the development of digital technologies, the printed book remains a symbol of life. He noted that over the past years, the exhibition and fair has become one of the most significant and vibrant events not only in the Belarusian book industry but also internationally. Each year, major publishing houses from various countries showcase their best achievements at its venues.

The 33rd Minsk International Book Fair will run in the Belarusian capital until March 22. –0–

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WASHINGTON, March 17 (Xinhua) — US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Washington is "not ready" to end the conflict with Iran, which is now entering its third week.

"We're not ready to leave yet, but we will leave in the near future," the American president told reporters at the White House.

Asked whether the White House had a "day-one" plan for conflict with Iran, Trump did not provide details, repeating his assertion that Iran has been "defeated on all fronts" since the United States and Israel launched large-scale attacks on Iran on February 28.

He said it would take Iran a decade to recover.

D. Trump told reporters that if he sends American ground troops to Iran, he is not afraid that this could turn into another Vietnam for the United States. –0–

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Dushanbe, March 17 (Xinhua) — Cultural events dedicated to the holiday of Navruz will be held in Tajikistan from March 19 to 28, the Khovar news agency reported on Tuesday, citing the country's Ministry of Culture.

During the holidays, artistic and entertainment programs, as well as public walks and excursions, will be organized with the participation of artists.

Currently, active preparations for the celebrations are underway in the country's capital, Dushanbe: boulevards, avenues, and cultural and entertainment parks of the city are already decorated. –0–

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Tbilisi, March 17 (Xinhua) — The 7th meeting of the Georgian-Belarusian Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation was held in Tbilisi, where the parties discussed a wide range of bilateral economic cooperation issues. The Georgian Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development announced this on Tuesday.

At the meeting, Georgian Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Mariam Kvrivishvili noted the importance of trade and economic cooperation between Georgia and Belarus, and emphasized the current dynamics and prospects for further development of cooperation in various economic sectors.

Particular attention during the meeting was paid to the growth of mutual trade volumes, including the progress achieved within the commission in increasing the export of Georgian wine and other alcoholic beverages to the Belarusian market.

The parties also discussed opportunities for expanding cooperation in transport, agriculture, education, and healthcare. Particular emphasis was placed on cooperation in civil aviation and tourism.

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Hanoi, March 17 (Xinhua) — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday outlined the key outcomes of the 17th meeting of the China-Vietnam Steering Committee on Bilateral Cooperation.

Wang Yi, also a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, spoke about the results in an interview with Chinese media after attending a commission meeting and the first ministerial meeting of the China-Vietnam Strategic Dialogue mechanism in the "3:3" format on diplomacy, defense and public security in Hanoi.

According to the Chinese diplomat, the two sides agreed to strengthen strategic mutual trust, enhance high-level exchanges, expand the exchange of experience in public administration, continuously enhance governance capacity, and jointly explore ways to strengthen the Party and develop the country.

Wang Yi added that the two sides agreed to strengthen security coordination, deepen cooperation in areas such as cybersecurity, combating online gambling and telecom fraud, extradition of fugitives and asset recovery, and expand cooperation between the two countries' militaries in political work, joint exercises and training, and border and coastal defense.

As the head of the Chinese Foreign Ministry noted, the parties agreed to expand pragmatic cooperation, strengthen collaboration in areas such as economics, trade, investment, infrastructure, cross-border economic cooperation zones and smart ports, and promote cooperation in emerging areas such as scientific and technological innovation, the digital economy, and artificial intelligence.

The head of the Chinese Foreign Ministry noted that the parties agreed to strengthen people-to-people exchanges, enhance cooperation in areas such as culture, tourism, education, personnel training, and healthcare, and accelerate the implementation of Chinese aid projects to improve the well-being of Vietnamese citizens, making these projects tangible and accessible to the peoples of both countries.

He added that the two sides agreed to properly handle differences, effectively utilize maritime negotiation mechanisms, promote maritime cooperation in areas with low sensitivity, and make substantial progress in delimiting waters outside the Beibu Gulf estuary and jointly developing marine resources as soon as possible, so as to jointly safeguard peace and stability in the South China Sea.

The parties agreed to strengthen coordination at multilateral forums, uphold genuine multilateralism, practice open regionalism, promote the common values of all humanity, and promote the development of the global governance system in a more just and equitable direction, Wang Yi said. –0–

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