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Financial news: On December 9, 2025, the Federal Treasury will hold a deposit auction of 22,025,417.

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Application selection parameters;

Application selection date 09.12.2025. Unique application selection identifier 22 025 417. Deposit currency rubles. Funds type – Single Treasury Account. Maximum amount of funds placed on bank deposits, monetary units 12,000,000. Placement period, in days 1. Date of depositing funds 09.12.2025. Date of return of funds 10.12.2025. Interest rate for placing funds (fixed or floating) FIXED. Minimum fixed interest rate for placing funds, % per annum 15.76. Base floating interest rate for placing funds – Minimum spread, % per annum – Terms of concluding a bank deposit agreement (term, replenishable or special) Term. The minimum amount of funds placed for one application, in monetary units, is 12,000,000. The maximum number of applications from one credit institution, pcs. 1. Application selection form (Open with random completion, Closed, Open with extension). Open with random completion. Application selection schedule (Moscow time). Venue for application selection: Moscow Exchange. Applications will be accepted from 10:40 to 10:50. Applications in preliminary mode from 10:40 to 10:48. Applications in competition mode from 10:48 to 10:50. Random trading end period (sec.): 0 Bid increment:

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Formation of a consolidated register of applications from 10:50 to 11:00. Setting the cutoff interest rate and (or) recognizing the selection of applications as unsuccessful from 11:00 to 11:10. Sending an offer to credit institutions to conclude a bank deposit agreement from 11:10 to 11:15. Receipt of acceptance of the offer to conclude a bank deposit agreement from credit institutions from 11:10 to 11:15. The time of deposit transfer in accordance with the requirements of paragraphs 63 and 64 of the Order of the Federal Treasury dated April 27, 2023 No. 10n.

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A presentation of the cultural and tourist potential of the Chinese city of Changchun was held in Moscow.

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Moscow, December 8 (Xinhua) — A presentation on the cultural and tourism potential of the Chinese city of Changchun was held Monday at the Chinese Cultural Center in Moscow.

Changchun, as the capital of Jilin Province, combines "industrial power and cultural and tourist appeal," noted Zhao Hui, Vice Chair of the Standing Committee of the Changchun City People's Congress.

Jin Yong, Deputy Director of the Changchun Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television, and Tourism, described the city's three main features: "The first is its historical and cultural heritage. This heritage is embodied in numerous historic buildings and monuments, which are carefully preserved today. The second feature is its wealth of ecological resources. The city offers a wide range of eco-resorts. The third feature is industrial tourism. Changchun possesses unique resources that reflect its industrial strength and specialization."

A variety of 4-5-day itineraries have already been prepared for Russian tourists, including explorations of the city's natural, historical, and modern landmarks. "These proposals have already been fully developed, and we are actively working on integrating them with Russian tour operators, including through today's meeting," said Jin Yong.

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A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck the South Sandwich Islands region – GFZ

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BEIJING, December 9 (Xinhua) — An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 struck the South Sandwich Islands at 18:41 GMT on Monday, the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ) reported.

According to preliminary data, the epicenter of the tremors was located at 58.65 degrees south latitude and 24.80 degrees west longitude. The hypocenter was located at a depth of 10 km.

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Supporting separatist activities to achieve "Taiwan independence" violates the Chinese constitution and international law, says China's Foreign Minister.

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Beijing, December 8 (Xinhua) — Attempts to achieve "Taiwan independence" constitute a desire to split Chinese territory, and supporting separatist activities aimed at achieving "Taiwan independence" constitutes interference in China's internal affairs, which violates both the Chinese Constitution and international law. This was stated by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday.

Wang Yi, who is also a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, made the statement during talks with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, during which the Chinese Foreign Minister outlined in detail the historical facts and legal principles concerning the Taiwan issue. –0–

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The Chinese Foreign Minister called on China and Germany to shoulder the responsibilities of major powers to build a more stable bilateral political framework.

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Beijing, December 9 (Xinhua) — China and Germany should shoulder their responsibilities as major powers, adhere to the principle of mutual respect, and overcome differences in social systems, history, and culture to create a more mature model of positive interaction and a more stable bilateral political framework, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in Beijing on Monday.

Wang Yi, also a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, told German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul that he hoped that Germany would regard China's development as an opportunity to deepen cooperation and a driving force for achieving mutual benefit and win-win results, and would work with China to promote the stable and healthy development of the China-Germany comprehensive strategic partnership.

The Chinese Foreign Minister called on Germany to encourage the European Union to return to a rational and pragmatic policy toward China, adhere to the correct vector of mutually beneficial cooperation, resolve differences through dialogue, avoid politicizing economic issues, instrumentalizing trade issues, and securitizing normal cooperation.

Wang Yi emphasized that the one-China principle is an important political foundation of Sino-German relations and does not allow for any ambiguity, and also noted that Japan, unlike Germany, has still not carried out a profound rethinking of its history of aggression in the eight decades since the end of World War II.

As J. Wadephul pointed out, in the current turbulent international climate, Germany and China must assume a special responsibility, strengthen communication and cooperation, and become reliable and predictable partners for each other.

He assured that Germany firmly adheres to the one-China policy and this position remains unchanged.

German companies operating in China have full confidence in the Chinese market and are ready to further deepen their presence there, said J. Wadephul, adding that Germany supports the EU and China in seeking mutual benefit and win-win results through dialogue and is ready to play a constructive role in this regard.

The parties also exchanged views on the Ukrainian crisis. J. Wadephul outlined Germany's position and expressed hope that China would use its influence to help bring the crisis to a swift end.

Wang Yi reiterated China's consistent position, stressing that all parties should cherish the current favorable momentum for a political settlement of the crisis, move towards each other, and ultimately reach a fair, lasting and binding peace agreement through dialogue and negotiations.

China supports all efforts to promote peace and will continue to play a constructive role in this regard, the Chinese diplomat added.

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The UN Secretary-General condemned the deadly attacks on a kindergarten and a hospital in Sudan.

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December 8, 2025 Peace and security

Senior UN officials have condemned the killing of dozens of children in drone strikes in Sudan's South Kordofan state, as well as attacks on rescue workers trying to help the wounded.

In a statement released by the UN Secretary-General's spokesman, António Guterres said he was shocked by the news that several drone strikes on December 4 hit a kindergarten and a hospital in the town of Kalogi where victims were being treated.

The head of the UN World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, in turn, reported that the rural hospital was attacked at least three times, resulting in the deaths of 114 people, including 63 children.

Call for blood donors

The survivors of the drone attack urgently need blood transfusions and other medical assistance, the head of the WHO said in a statement published online.

"It is alarming that paramedics and rescue workers were attacked while trying to transport the injured from the kindergarten to the hospital," he added.

That same day, a humanitarian convoy was attacked in North Kordofan state. The vehicles were transporting vital supplies to North Darfur. The driver of a UN World Food Programme truck was seriously injured in the attack.

"The Secretary-General condemns the attack on humanitarian workers at a time of greatest need," the statement said.

A disaster for millions

Humanitarian organizations warn that the situation across Sudan remains catastrophic for millions of people caught in the middle of fierce fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Intervention Forces. Humanitarian conditions are becoming increasingly dire as vital supplies of water, food, and other essentials are depleted. Famine has already been reported in the capital of South Kordofan, Kadugli.

“The horrific human rights violations and abuses documented in El Fasher in recent months, as well as reports of serious violations of international humanitarian law, must not be repeated in the Kordofan region,” the UN Secretary-General’s spokesman stressed.

Amid reports of ongoing foreign interference in the conflict in Sudan, the Secretary-General called on all States with influence over the warring parties to use their leverage to achieve an immediate end to the fighting and halt the flow of weapons.

"The Secretary-General reiterates his call on the parties to agree to an immediate ceasefire and resume negotiations to achieve a lasting truce and a comprehensive, inclusive political process," the statement said. "The United Nations stands ready to support tangible steps to end the fighting in Sudan and chart a path to lasting peace."

Appeal of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk said he fears a "new wave of atrocities" in Sudan. Since late October, he noted, hundreds of civilians have been killed, tens of thousands have fled airstrikes, shelling, and extrajudicial executions, amid mass displacement – more than 45,000 people have fled violence-torn areas.

"Safe passage for those fleeing the horrors of hunger, death and destruction is vital," the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights said.

Calling for "urgent diplomatic action," World Food Programme Deputy Executive Director Carl Skau stressed that greater attention was needed to preventing further atrocities and helping to end hunger.

Currently, over 30 million people in Sudan require humanitarian assistance. Since fighting broke out between rival armed groups in April 2023, over nine million Sudanese have been forced to flee their homes.

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On December 8, 2025, a training course on freediving and assisting dolphins in the water was held at the Sirius Nature Reserve.

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On December 3, 2025, Yulia Vereshchak participated in the COP CITEC International Cooperation meeting.

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The People's Party of Kazakhstan condemned provocations related to the Taiwan issue and supported the one-China principle.

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Astana, December 8 (Xinhua) — The People's Party of Kazakhstan (CPK) advocates strict adherence to the one-China principle and condemns provocations by external forces related to the Taiwan issue. The party issued a corresponding statement on Monday.

As emphasized in the statement, the CPP consistently views the government of the People's Republic of China as the sole legitimate government representing all of China, and Taiwan as an inalienable part of Chinese territory. The party noted that the principle of territorial integrity of states is enshrined in the UN Charter and must be strictly observed.

The CPP declared its rejection of any form of separatism and criticized Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent statements about possible military intervention in the Taiwan Strait.

“We consider any provocations and speculation on the topic of China’s territorial integrity, or discussion of the possibility of military intervention, unacceptable,” the party emphasized. –0–

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China welcomes new European investment in Chinese auto industry – Ministry of Commerce

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Beijing, December 8 (Xinhua) — China calls on European automakers to continue investing in China and collaborating with Chinese partners to advance the green and intelligent transformation of the automotive industry, said Vice Minister of Commerce Lin Ji.

In an online statement Monday, China's Ministry of Commerce said Lin Ji made the call during recent separate video conference meetings with Hildegard Müller, head of the German Association of the Automobile Industry, and Ola Källenius, chairman of the board of management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG.

Noting the deep integration of the Chinese and European automobile industries, Lin Ji expressed hope that German and European automobile associations would encourage the European Commission to meet China halfway and find an appropriate solution to the EU's anti-subsidy investigation into Chinese electric vehicles as soon as possible.

H. Müller noted that German automakers continue to increase investment in China and deepen strategic cooperation with Chinese partners. The German Association of the Automobile Industry opposes the EU's imposition of countervailing duties on Chinese electric vehicles, she added.

O. Källenius expressed hope that the parties will take a pragmatic approach in finding a solution to the anti-subsidy investigation and strengthen cooperation in the area of production and supply chains. –0–

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