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China's Vice Premier called for using the experience of the rural green revitalization program to promote comprehensive rural revitalization.

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

HANGZHOU, November 19 (Xinhua) — Chinese Vice Premier Liu Guozhong called for studying and applying the experience gained in the rural green revitalization program to promote the all-round development of rural areas to a new level.

Liu Guozhong, also a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, made the call at a national meeting to study and apply the experience of the green revitalization program for rural areas, which was held from Tuesday to Wednesday in Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province (east China).

The Vice Premier of the State Council stated the need to make tireless efforts to comprehensively develop rural areas, emphasizing the importance of strengthening and improving rural governance, promoting sustainable growth in rural incomes, and creating high-quality living conditions in rural areas.

Liu Guozhong called for increasing grain production capacity, improving the quality and efficiency of specialized industries, and using regular targeted support measures to prevent a mass return to poverty.

In June 2003, Zhejiang Province launched the Green Village Revitalization Program, which aimed to modernize about 10,000 villages included in the program and turn about 1,000 of them into models for the comprehensive construction of a moderately prosperous society.

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UN: More than 16 million Syrians need aid, political transition remains key priority

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November 19, 2025 Peace and security

After five decades of dictatorship and fourteen years of war, Syria is striving for renewal. UN Deputy Special Envoy for Syria Najat Roshdi stated this in her address to the Security Council on Wednesday. According to her, the situation for many civilians in the country remains dire.

Roshdi recently completed a trip to Syria. In Damascus, she met with representatives of the new government, as well as Syrians "from all regions and walks of life." Roshdi emphasized that what she saw during the visit "reminded us of the scale of the challenges and the need for a truly inclusive political transition."

The Deputy Special Envoy welcomed the adoption of Security Council resolution 2799, which removed from the terrorist list Syria's acting president and interior minister, Roshdi, called this "an important step toward Syria's reintegration into the international community" and also called for the lifting of mandatory secondary sanctions, calling them "a key obstacle to economic recovery."

Israeli operations in Syria

Addressing the Security Council, the UN representative emphasized that in Resolution 2799 The Council "reaffirmed full respect for the sovereignty, unity, independence, and territorial integrity of Syria." However, she noted, "Israeli military operations and incursions into Syrian territory continue, in serious violation of Syrian sovereignty and international law." She added that they endanger the safety of civilians, undermine the fragile peace, and threaten the political transition.

Ongoing tensions

Roshdi notedongoing tensions, lawlessness, and outbreaks of violence in several areas, including Deir ez-Zor and the outskirts of As-Suwayda. She emphasized that the continued presence of terrorist groups and foreign fighters remains alarming.

According to the rapporteur, peace in Syria depends on comprehensive security sector reform and credible disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programmes.

Transitional justice and the political process

The Deputy Special Envoy stated that progress in the areas of accountability and transitional justice is equally important. The UN stands ready to support the work of Syria's national commissions on these issues.

Speaking about the stages of transition, Roshdi noted that drafting a permanent constitution is a “fundamental task” and that free and fair elections will require “significant advance planning” and the rebuilding of institutions and infrastructure.

Humanitarian situation

Lisa Doughten, a spokesperson for the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), speaking at the Security Council meeting on behalf of UN Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher, reported that more than 16 million people across Syria are in need of humanitarian assistance. Specifically, more than 180,000 people are unable to return to their homes in As-Suwayda and surrounding areas.

Unexploded ordnance

An OCHA spokeswoman stressed that explosive remnants of war remain a serious threat: last week, she said, six people, including a child, were killed and 11 others were injured in six provinces of Syria.

Since December last year, more than 570 people have lost their lives and another 960 have been injured in this way, with most incidents occurring on farmland.

More than 3 million have returned home

Doughten noted that despite the difficulties, hope for a better future is reflected in the growing number of people returning home. Since last December, more than 1.2 million Syrian refugees have returned from neighboring countries, and more than 1.9 million internally displaced persons have also returned to their homes.

However, most of them still need support. According to the UN Refugee Agency, 70 percent of returnees face food shortages, and many report destroyed homes, a lack of income, and the need to renew their documents.

More than 400 camps and other facilities housing displaced people in northern Syria have been closed, but more than 1.2 million people – three-quarters of them women and children – continue to live in such conditions.

Achievements of the humanitarian operation

The UN and partners are helping 3.4 million people every month, a 24 percent increase over last year, despite funding cuts, Doughten said.

Efforts to vaccinate children, expand nutrition programs, and conduct the first national needs assessment continue. However, the current humanitarian operations plan is only 26 percent funded.

Doughten called on the international community to allocate more funds to meet the needs of Syrians and to invest in the country's development and reconstruction. She added that Syrians "don't want to be dependent on emergency aid," but they need support to get back on their feet.

The speaker noted that steps to ease sanctions and interest from regional partners create opportunities, but “the international community must act decisively to turn this opportunity into real support.”

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China welcomes the Netherlands' decision to suspend its control order against Nexperia, according to the Ministry of Commerce.

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Beijing, November 19 (Xinhua) — China welcomes the Dutch government's decision to suspend its order to oversee semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said on Wednesday.

According to a ministry spokesperson, this was “the first step on the right path to a proper resolution of the issue.”

According to the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, officials from the two countries held two rounds of consultations on the Nexperia issue in Beijing on November 18 and 19, during which the Dutch side proposed suspending the order issued in accordance with the Law on Accessibility of Goods. –0–

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Russia ranks first in the world in terms of icebreaker fleet size, says Transport Minister

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St. Petersburg, November 19 (Xinhua) — Russia ranks first in the world in terms of icebreaker fleet size, and shipping volumes along the Northern Sea Route (NSR) have already exceeded those of the USSR threefold. This was reported by RIA Novosti on Wednesday, citing Russian Transport Minister Andrei Nikitin.

At the Transport of Russia forum, the minister also noted that Russia ranks second in the world in terms of the length of its waterways.

Today, the Russian icebreaker fleet consists of 34 diesel and 8 nuclear icebreakers.

According to Deputy Prime Minister Vitaly Savelyev, the number of Russian nuclear icebreakers on the Northern Sea Route is planned to increase to 11 vessels by 2030 to ensure cargo volumes of 70 million to 109 million tons.

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Moscow's first tram diameter, T1, is rapidly gaining popularity.

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T1 is a new tram route from Metrogorodok to Universitet metro station, providing fast and comfortable travel between eastern and southwestern Moscow via the city center. It operates at the same level as the overground metro.

Maxim Liksutov reported that trams have completed over 500 trips on the T1 route and traveled over 13,000 km. The T1 route is 27 km long, making it the longest urban diametrical tram route in the world. T1 connects 13 Moscow districts from east to southwest, four central railway stations, and 24 metro stations, as well as the Moscow Central Circle (MCC) and Moscow Central Diameters (MCD).

The first autonomous "Lvenok-Moscow" trams in Russia operate on this route; they travel a 2.1-kilometer stretch along Academician Sakharov Avenue without connecting to the overhead power line.

"Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin recently opened the longest urban diametrical tram route in the world. The first line of the MTD has already proven its convenience and popularity. Passengers have taken over 100,000 trips on it. We continue to develop environmentally friendly and innovative transportation in the capital," added Maxim Liksutov.

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Vitaly Savelyev took part in the opening ceremony of transport facilities.

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Deputy Prime Minister Vitaly Savelyev attended the opening ceremony of the renovated air cargo and passenger checkpoint across the Russian Federation's state border at Vnukovo International Airport, as well as the launch of traffic on two main tracks on the North Caucasus Railway section from the Kirillovsky checkpoint to Nizhny Park.

The event was held via videoconference as part of the international forum "Transport of Russia." The Deputy Prime Minister congratulated all participants on the opening ceremony and thanked them for their work.

The opening of the new automated checkpoint underscores the airport's commitment to innovation and high service standards. Furthermore, the completion of the modernization of the Vnukovo air checkpoint is an important step toward creating a modern and efficient transport infrastructure in Russia.

The launch of traffic on two main tracks on the North Caucasus Railway section from the Kirillovsky checkpoint to Nizhny Park is part of a major infrastructure project to develop the Novorossiysk transport hub, which is being modernized under the "Efficient Transport System" national project. Construction workers have laid 6 kilometers of track, built four overpasses, and constructed three bridges. This will eliminate bottlenecks on the approaches to the Novorossiysk port. Upon completion of the entire project, the throughput capacity of the Novorossiysk transport hub will increase to 43 million tons per year.

Vitaly Savelyev also inspected the stands of Russian transport companies participating in the exhibition.

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Financial news: On the admission of ordinary shares of PJSC GC TNS energo to repo transactions with the Central Bank from November 20, 2025.

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In accordance with the Rules for conducting trading on the stock market, deposit market and credit market of the Public Joint Stock Company Moscow Exchange MICEX-RTS, from November 20, 2025, ordinary shares of PJSC GC TNS energo (ISIN – RU000A0JUCQ5; trading code – TNSE) are admitted to trading in REPO trading modes with the CCP.

Contact information for media: 7 (495) 363-3232PR@moex.com

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November 17, 2025: Luxury Cruise to the Kuril Islands. Only from June 2–12, 2026, enjoy an extraordinary 5-star journey through the Far East on the expedition vessel SH Minerva.

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Dear friends,

Most of the time an expedition vessel SH Minervaoperates cruises to Antarctica, Japan and Indonesia, and only from June 2 to June 12, 2026 You will have a unique opportunity to take a cruise around the Kuril Islands on this ship!

Combine the comfort of a five-star hotel with a true spirit of adventure on an unforgettable journey through the Far East.

During the 11-day cruise you will:

Climb to the peaks and learn all about the volcanoes on the Pacific Ring of Fire; see one of the most beautiful volcanoes in the world, the active Krenitsyn Volcano, which is listed as one of the "100 Wonders of Russia"; discover the beauty of the flooded Ushishir caldera with its emerald-green islands; swim in thermal springs with unique mineral water; observe rare seabirds and mammals of the Kuril Islands in their natural habitat; visit the largest rookeries of Steller sea lions, seals, and endangered fur seals; and travel back in time, exploring the remains of Russian and Japanese military bases, observation towers, and a lighthouse, long abandoned.

On your journey, you will be accompanied by experienced expedition team members and leading invited experts in the fields of geology, ornithology, marine biology, and history.

Thanks to the small number of passengers, you'll feel like a true explorer in the friendly company of like-minded people, visiting protected areas without harming the fragile ecosystems of these places.

Your home away from home:

SH Minerva is a modern and comfortable vessel with an enhanced ice class, specifically designed and engineered for expedition cruising. The fleet of the international cruise line Swan Hellenic meets the highest standards for guest health and safety. The crew-to-passenger ratio is virtually 1:1.

Enjoy breathtaking views from the specially equipped observation deck at the bow of the ship. For your convenience, there are three Zodiac boarding gates onboard, including an open lower deck at the stern.

The minimalist and elegant interiors are designed in Scandinavian style, featuring art objects and natural finishing materials. Spacious cabins, starting at 20 square meters, feature fireplaces and panoramic balconies.

At your service: a gourmet restaurant, an outdoor heated infinity pool, a library with a large collection of books and reference works, a spa and gym, and, of course, the heart of the ship—a panoramic lounge where life rages from morning until evening. During the day, engaging lectures about the cruising regions are held here, and in the evening, live music, evening shows, and master classes are offered.

There is a convenient payment system for the cruise:

20% or 30% advance payment (depending on cabin category) within 48 hours of booking, the rest – 90 days before the cruise start; 70% discount for children under 17 years old if the child is traveling as the third and/or fourth guest. 50% discount for the third and fourth passenger (from 17 years old) in the cabin. Accommodation in a cabin of the selected category; Accommodation in a 4-5* hotel before the cruise (1 night with breakfast) for the Cruise plus fare; Meals on board, including coffee, tea, soft drinks and some alcoholic drinks; Lectures by experienced experts and invited speakers; One excursion/expedition activity of your choice at each port of call along the itinerary in other regions; Waterproof backpack, rubber boots, reusable water bottle (you keep), jacket (you keep in the polar regions); Group transfer from the airport to the cruise port and to the hotel (for the Cruise plus fare). Charter flights to/from the port of embarkation/disembarkation (for the Cruise Plus fare); basic Wi-Fi package (upgraded packages are available for an additional fee); port and service charges.

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Financial news: 11/19/2025, 15:01 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range for assessing market risks for security RU000A106TR5 (VimpelK3R3) were changed.

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November 19, 2025

15:01

In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of PJSC Moscow Exchange by the National Credit Center (JSC) on 19.11.2025, 15-01 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 98.0) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1045.88 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 18.75%) of the security RU000A106TR5 (VimpelK3R3) were changed.

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Alexander Novak: The Russian economy is confirming its resilience and entering a new growth trajectory.

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By the end of 2023–2024, the Russian economy demonstrated one of the highest growth rates in the past decade, increasing by a cumulative 8.4%. In nominal terms, the country's GDP has doubled since 2020, reaching 200 trillion rubles. GDP growth, amounting to 4.1% in 2023 and 4.3% in 2024, significantly exceeds the global average and the growth rates of leading Western economies. Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak announced this during a speech as part of the "Platform of the Future: 100 Russian Projects. Economy" project, held at the National Center "Russia."

According to him, the foundation for the transition to a new model of long-term growth based on supply-side economics is targeted support for domestic production, increased investment activity, and increased labor productivity.

"We see that the Russian economy is not only demonstrating resilience but also achieving profound structural changes. The doubling of nominal GDP, record growth rates, and reduced dependence on the raw materials sector are the most important results of our work in recent years," said Alexander Novak.

To consolidate this success and achieve the national goal of maintaining fourth place in the world in terms of GDP based on purchasing power parity (PPP) and achieving sustainable growth rates above the global average by 2030, a comprehensive strategy has been developed, the Deputy Prime Minister noted. It includes three key areas. The first is adapting to systemic challenges, such as historically low unemployment, a shortage of skilled labor, ensuring technological sovereignty, and ongoing sanctions pressure. The second is the effective allocation of resources and investment in the context of limited budget expenditures, with a focus on high-growth sectors: mechanical engineering, chemicals, high technology, and tourism. The third is increasing labor productivity through large-scale optimization, robotics, and the implementation of lean manufacturing methods.

"Our strategy is long-term. Economic growth will directly depend on businesses' ability to identify new growth areas, improve efficiency, and unlock potential in promising niches. The foundation we've laid will enable us to embark on a trajectory of high-quality and dynamic development," noted Alexander Novak.

The discussion focused on strategic areas for Russian economic development. Specifically, the Deputy Prime Minister highlighted key support measures for small and medium-sized businesses, including preferential lending and leasing instruments, umbrella guarantees, microloans, and accessible infrastructure for industrial and technology parks.

Small technology companies have become one of the fastest-growing sectors. Thanks to the register model, companies have access to approximately 20 support measures, allowing them to grow at a faster rate than the SME sector as a whole.

Improving labor productivity is also a prerequisite for long-term economic growth, Alexander Novak noted. The implementation of lean manufacturing tools enabled businesses participating in these projects to increase profits by nearly 0.5 trillion rubles.

Special economic zones, which celebrated their 20th anniversary this year, are driving regional development. Thanks to established infrastructure and incentives, investors save up to half their capital costs, reducing their tax burden.

High added value is the key characteristic of the creative economy. Over the past seven years, the creative sector in Russia has grown four times faster than the overall economy. Its share of GDP now exceeds 4%. The industry's potential lies in developing a supply-side economy, which will accelerate structural change and the achievement of national goals.

"Long-term economic growth will be determined by effective collaboration between regional authorities and businesses, where regions act not as distributors but as growth managers, businesses accelerate technological transformation and the restructuring of supply chains, and the state ensures a breakthrough in social productivity through investments in human capital," Alexander Novak concluded.

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