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URUMQI, January 17 (Xinhua) — In 2025, checkpoints in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region witnessed a surge in entry and exit border crossings. Xinjiang ranked first nationwide in the number of trains entering and exiting the checkpoints, while its capital, Urumqi, led all Chinese cities in the number of round-trip passenger flights to five Central Asian countries (35.1 percent of the country's total). This was announced at a press conference on Friday by the General Administration of Border Control of Xinjiang.

According to the agency, approximately 4.44 million incoming and outgoing passengers and 1.72 million vehicles were inspected and cleared at Xinjiang's checkpoints last year, representing a 36.4 percent and 26.6 percent increase year-on-year, respectively. In particular, the checkpoint at Urumqi Airport, thanks to the opening of a dedicated area for cargo aircraft and the introduction of optimized screening measures, achieved a 170.6 percent year-on-year increase in international cargo flight throughput.

Currently, the General Administration of Border Control of Xinjiang oversees 19 outwardly open border crossings and 20.8 square kilometers of border territory. As the construction of "smart border crossings" progresses and institutional openness further expands, Xinjiang's border crossings promise to become a more important corridor connecting China with the Central Asian region and even the broader international market, the administration asserted.

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Guangzhou, January 17 (Xinhua) — On Friday, January 16, the Consulate General of Kazakhstan officially opened in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong Province in southern China. The Guangzhou Municipal Foreign Affairs Office announced this.

Its consular district covers the provinces of Guangdong, Hunan, Hainan and Yunnan, as well as the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.

With the opening of the new institution, the total number of consulates general of foreign countries in Guangzhou has reached 70.

As a reminder, Guangzhou has seen increased trade and people-to-people exchanges with Kazakhstan in recent years. In June 2025, China Southern Airlines, China's leading airline, officially launched a direct Guangzhou-Almaty route. Currently, the frequency of flights has increased from the initial three per week to five.

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Beijing, January 17 (Xinhua) — The first China-Russia Roundtable Meeting of Mayors was held on Friday in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, known as the "Ice Capital of China" due to its cold climate and booming winter tourism. The theme of the event was "promoting innovative urban development through ice and snow culture."

Local media reported that the meeting was attended by representatives from 13 Chinese and Russian cities that are rapidly developing ice and snow resources or have significant potential for development in this area. Participants included officials, entrepreneurs, and industry experts. They engaged in an in-depth exchange of views on such pressing issues as building smart cities, developing cultural and tourism industries using ice and snow resources, and renewing the image and functions of cities.

In particular, representatives from the cities of Ulan-Ude, Hohhot, and Yichun presented their views on the implementation of digital technologies in urban governance; representatives from the cities of Irkutsk, Hulunbuir, and Mohe discussed effective approaches to using ice and snow resources to promote the development of urban cultural and tourism industries; and representatives from the cities of Blagoveshchensk, Khabarovsk, and Hulin shared their experiences in protecting ancient historical quarters, reconstructing old residential complexes, and improving the environment.

Irina Guseva, co-chair of the All-Russian Association for the Development of Local Self-Government (VARMSU), member of the Presidium of the Presidential Council for the Development of Local Self-Government, and Li Mian, Vice Mayor of Harbin, attended the opening of the event and delivered speeches.

On the afternoon of the same day, a Sino-Russian symposium on construction technology and industry was held as a side event to the Roundtable. Following this symposium, both sides reached consensus on a wide range of issues related to urban planning, attracting investment, and developing technological cooperation.

The roundtable meeting of Chinese and Russian mayors served as a multi-level and broad-based platform for contacts and consultations between the cities of the two countries. Participants from both sides expressed their intention to further intensify fruitful cooperation in areas such as urban development and cultural and tourism integration, thereby writing a new chapter in the history of interregional cooperation between China and Russia.

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Berlin, January 17 (Xinhua) — The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) on Friday urged airlines to avoid flying in Iranian airspace at any altitude, according to its Conflict Zone Information Bulletin (CZIB).

Given the current situation and the likelihood of US military intervention, Iranian air defense forces have been placed on "high alert." This has increased the risk of misidentification in the Tehran flight information region, the bulletin states.

EASA also recommended that airlines exercise caution and develop contingency plans for flights in the airspace of neighboring countries, especially in areas where US military bases are located.

It is noted that in the event of US military intervention, retaliatory actions against American facilities in the region cannot be ruled out, which could create additional risks in the airspace of neighboring countries. –0–

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BEIJING, Jan. 17 (Xinhua) — China's total electricity consumption by the end of 2025 will reach a record high, exceeding 10 trillion kWh for the first time, according to data released Saturday by the National Energy Administration.

The department reported that total electricity consumption in China last year reached 10.4 trillion kWh, up 5 percent year-on-year.

This volume also makes China the first country to surpass the 10 trillion kWh mark in annual electricity consumption, more than twice the United States and exceeding the combined electricity consumption of the EU, Russia, India and Japan, according to the aforementioned agency. -0-

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Tehran, January 17 /Xinhua/ — A total of 3,000 "terrorists" involved in the recent "unrest" in Iran have been detained, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Friday, citing Iranian security forces.

Those detained include key leaders of the "riots," individuals associated with Israel, armed individuals, "rioters" who damaged state property, and individuals involved in the murders of Iranians, Tasnim reports. It adds that Iran has been calm in recent days, despite attempts to "renew the unrest."

Since late December, protests have erupted in several Iranian cities due to the sharp decline in the rial. Authorities have acknowledged the demonstrations and expressed their commitment to addressing economic problems, but have also warned against violence, vandalism, and unrest.

Initially peaceful protests gradually turned violent, resulting in casualties and damage to public property, mosques, government buildings, and banks, particularly on January 8 and 9. Iranian authorities blamed the United States and Israel.

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UN, Jan. 17 (Xinhua) — Lasting peace is achieved not through a show of force or unilateral pressure, but through dialogue and diplomacy, Sun Lei, Chargé d'Affaires of the Permanent Mission of China to the United Nations, said on Friday.

Speaking at a high-level debate on conflict prevention and resolution marking the 80th anniversary of the UN Charter, he said the world was entering a new period of turbulence and transformation, with the international security situation becoming increasingly complex and violations of the principles enshrined in the UN Charter on the rise.

“In this context, I believe that today’s discussion provides us with a key platform to refresh our memory of our shared aspirations in founding the UN and to move forward together in the common interests of international peace and security,” the diplomat said.

Stressing the importance of upholding the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, Sun Lei said that the document sets the basic norms governing international relations and provides the basis for international peace and stability.

"One thing must be clear: the problems we face today arise not because the UN Charter is outdated, but because its principles are not fully respected," he emphasized, noting that these principles, such as sovereign equality, non-interference in internal affairs, and the peaceful settlement of disputes, remain crucial to the modern world. "They constitute the cornerstone of the international order and must be applied consistently, not selectively," Sun Lei added.

He emphasized the critical importance of maintaining a strong commitment to dialogue and consultation. "Countries must respect each other's sovereignty and territorial integrity, take each other's legitimate security concerns seriously, and strengthen mutual strategic trust," Sun Lei said, calling on the international community to invest more in mediation, good offices, and preventive diplomacy, as well as to create favorable conditions for dialogue and cooperation.

Sun Lei also called for further efforts to ensure the UN can fulfill its responsibilities. The UN Security Council must act with unity and objectivity, ensuring the effective implementation of its resolutions, and UN member states must support strengthening the role of the Secretary-General in conflict resolution, he stated.

Sun Lei also highlighted the constructive role of the Global South and called for support for mechanisms such as BRICS and the SCO, as well as closer cooperation with regional organizations including the African Union, ASEAN, and the Arab League.

"China will continue to work with the international community to uphold the UN Charter, support the peaceful settlement of disputes, and make greater contributions to international peace and development," he said.

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Vienna, January 17 (Xinhua) — A local ceasefire agreed upon by Russia and Ukraine will allow repairs to begin on the damaged backup power line at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said in a statement on Friday.

Technical specialists from the Ukrainian power grid operator will begin repair work in the coming days on the 330 kV line, which was damaged and disconnected following military action on January 2, the statement noted.

Meanwhile, a team of IAEA specialists traveled to the front lines to monitor the repair work. Currently, the Zaporizhzhya NPP relies on a single functioning 750 kV main power line.

"The IAEA continues to work closely with both sides to ensure nuclear safety at the Zaporizhzhya NPP and prevent a nuclear accident in the context of the conflict. This temporary ceasefire, the fourth one we have agreed upon, demonstrates the indispensable role we continue to play," IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said in a statement.

Zaporizhzhya NPP, one of the largest nuclear power plants in Europe, has been under Russian control since March 2022. –0–

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GUANGZHOU, January 17 (Xinhua) — A total of 103 high school students in Foshan, southern China's Guangdong Province, have tested positive for norovirus, local health authorities announced Saturday, adding that there were no reports of critical or fatal cases.

Norovirus, a common cause of acute gastroenteritis, typically causes symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea. Recently, students at Xinghui Middle School in Foshan developed symptoms that have been preliminarily confirmed to be caused by norovirus infection.

All 103 infected students are in stable condition. Environmental disinfection measures are being carried out on the school grounds, and students are undergoing medical examinations and attendance checks. Epidemiological testing is also underway.

According to Guangdong provincial disease control authorities, the province's annual norovirus epidemic season begins from October to March next year. -0-

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BEIJING, Jan. 17 (Xinhua) — A cultural and tourism exchange event between China and Russia kicked off in Aihui District of Heihe City, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, on Friday.

As reported by Partners magazine, the event, titled "Chinese New Year in Love," attracted more than 50 Russian and Chinese tourists who wanted to delve deeper into traditional Chinese culture and celebrate 2026 together "the Chinese way."

Tourists from both countries, led by intangible cultural heritage experts, tried their hand at paper cutting (jianzhi) and archery, and also enjoyed authentic local delicacies, gaining a deeper understanding of the unique charm of Manchu culture.

Anastasia, a Russian tourist who came to study Chinese culture, said she would take home a paper cutout made by her daughter.

Russian tourist Ivan shared his joy at celebrating the New Year in China and participating in a variety of traditional Chinese events.

Chinese and Russian friends created shared memories of Chinese New Year by writing the character "fu" (happiness), creating fish skin paintings and lanterns, making candied fruit on a stick, and making dumplings.

This cultural tourism exchange not only allowed Russian friends to become acquainted with the profound heritage and unique charm of traditional Chinese holidays, but also became a vibrant and warm “New Year’s picture of friendship” in the sphere of Chinese-Russian humanitarian exchanges.

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