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Minsk, December 11 (Xinhua) — The Chinese people are peace-loving and friendly toward their neighbors, but they will not compromise or make any concessions on matters concerning the fundamental principles of state sovereignty and territorial integrity. This was stated by Chinese Ambassador to Belarus Zhang Wenchuan in an opinion piece published in Belta.

He noted that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the Soviet Union's victory in the Great Patriotic War, and the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War. During the brutal war against fascism and militarism, China and Belarus paid a huge price defending their sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.

"The Chinese people are peace-loving and friendly toward their neighbors, but on issues concerning the fundamental foundations of state sovereignty and territorial integrity, they will not make any compromises or concessions, which is also true for Belarus," Zhang Wenchuan emphasized.

The ambassador noted that China and Belarus are all-round comprehensive strategic partners who consistently support each other on issues affecting mutual interests. The one-China principle is enshrined in the agreement establishing diplomatic relations between China and Belarus and has been repeatedly reaffirmed in joint statements by the two heads of state.

"Belarus consistently adheres to this principle, supports all of China's efforts to uphold national unity, and opposes 'Taiwan independence' in any form, which China highly values," the ambassador noted, adding that the Chinese government and people are ready to work with the entire international community, including Belarus, to jointly protect the post-war international order, peace, and stability throughout the world.

Zhang Wenchuan expressed concern over Japanese leaders' frequent visits to the Yasukuni Shrine, where they honor war criminals from World War II, revise national history textbooks, deny the Nanjing Massacre, and attempt to rehabilitate their militaristic aggression. In recent years, Japan has also significantly adjusted its security policy, annually increasing its defense budget and mulling plans to revise the "Three Non-Nuclear Principles."

"Recently, a Japanese politician stated that mainland China's use of force against Taiwan could pose an 'existential threat' to Japan. This statement grossly violates the one-China principle and constitutes interference in China's internal affairs," the ambassador noted.

He emphasized that a number of internationally binding documents, including the Cairo Declaration, the Potsdam Declaration, and the Japanese Instrument of Surrender, confirm China's sovereignty over Taiwan. "This is one of the important outcomes of the victory in World War II and the post-war international order. This historical and legal fact is beyond doubt," the diplomat noted.

Zhang Wenchuan emphasized that Taiwan is Chinese Taiwan; it has never been, and never will be, a separate state. The Taiwan issue is at the core of China's core interests; it is a red line and a boundary that must not be crossed.

"No one and no force should underestimate the Chinese people's firm resolve, unwavering will, and enormous capabilities in defending national sovereignty and territorial integrity. The historical momentum toward China's reunification is irresistible, and China will ultimately be reunited," Zhang Wenchuan stated.

The ambassador added that it is necessary to take China's concerns seriously, refrain from provocative actions, and actually fulfill political obligations to China and the international community. –0–

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Beijing, December 11 (Xinhua) — China views the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as its closest cooperation partner and looks forward to continuing to support and trust each other, align development strategies, create areas of cooperation, uphold open regionalism, adhere to genuine multilateralism, and oppose unilateral bullying and Cold War mentality in all its forms, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Thursday during talks with Brunei's Second Foreign Minister Erivan Yusuf.

Wang Yi, also a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, pointed out that China and ASEAN can jointly act as an important force in promoting prosperity and stability in the region.

Recalling that next year will mark the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Brunei, Wang Yi stated that China intends to regard the important consensus of the two heads of state as the fundamental guideline, maintain high-level exchanges with Brunei, strengthen strategic communication, deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, enhance interaction at multilateral platforms, and take new steps to build a China-Brunei community with a shared future.

Wang Yi outlined China's principled position on the Taiwan issue in detail, and also explained the serious harm caused by the current Japanese leader's erroneous statements regarding Taiwan.

The Chinese Foreign Minister praised Brunei's strict adherence to the one-China principle over many years and expressed hope and confidence that the Brunei side will fully understand China's position and continue to resolutely support the Chinese people's just cause of safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Wang Yi called on both sides to jointly defend the international order established after World War II, as well as human conscience and justice.

Erivan Yusuf, for his part, emphasized that Brunei recognizes Taiwan as an inalienable part of the People's Republic of China. He assured that Brunei will firmly adhere to the one-China policy and support the great cause of national reunification in China.

The Bruneian diplomat noted that China remains the most important force promoting cohesion and stability in the region.

According to Erivan Yusuf, Brunei hopes to maintain close high-level exchanges with China, strengthen mutual political trust, promote cultural and humanitarian exchanges, and deepen cooperation in areas such as manufacturing, agriculture, and fisheries, in order to achieve greater progress in Brunei-China relations.

Brunei fully supports China in hosting the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders' Meeting in 2026 and expects China to exercise greater influence and leadership in international and regional affairs, Erivan Yusuf added.

The parties agreed to jointly maintain peace and stability in the South China Sea and accelerate consultations on the Code of Conduct in the South China Sea.

In addition, they expressed a unanimous view that, in the Palestinian-Israeli issue, the international community must strive for a truly comprehensive and lasting ceasefire, implement in practice the principle of “Palestinians governing Palestine,” steadfastly adhere to the general direction of a two-state solution, avoid double standards, and promote long-term peace and stability in the Middle East. –0–

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Moscow, December 11 (Xinhua) — Amid a turbulent geopolitical environment, the comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation between Russia and China is steadily developing, and the Moscow-Beijing foreign policy tandem has become a crucial stabilizing factor in international affairs. This was stated by Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova at a briefing on Thursday, responding to a Xinhua reporter's question about the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the China-Russia strategic partnership and cooperation, which will be celebrated in 2026.

"In an unstable, to put it mildly, turbulent geopolitical environment, Russia-China relations of comprehensive partnership and strategic interaction are steadily developing, relying on a broad legal and institutional framework and a comprehensive mechanism of contacts at all levels. They are self-sufficient, not susceptible to external influence or market pressures. The foreign policy tandem of Moscow and Beijing has become a crucial stabilizing factor in international affairs," Zakharova emphasized.

The Russian diplomat noted that the main driving force in this process is "leadership diplomacy." "Under the leadership of the Russian President and the Chinese President, relations between our countries have reached an unprecedented level and continue to strengthen steadily for the benefit of the peoples of both countries," she said.

According to M. Zakharova, the unique nature of the bilateral political dialogue allows for the successful development of practical cooperation and humanitarian ties between Russia and China. She noted that since 2010, China has ranked first among Russia's foreign trade partners.

The official representative of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Russia and China have accomplished a tremendous amount in the 30 years since the establishment of their strategic partnership. In her opinion, the key point is that the fundamental national interests of Russia and China have remained broadly aligned, with both countries consistently sharing a sincere desire to develop comprehensively and further their interstate ties. "The development of each of our countries is based on respect for its partners, allies, the world around us, and the fundamental principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations," Zakharova stated.

The diplomat also pointed out the relevance of the fundamental principles enshrined in the Treaty of Good-Neighborliness, Friendship, and Cooperation, which was signed on July 16, 2001, and which is fundamental to Russian-Chinese relations. “Good neighborliness, friendship, cooperation, mutual respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity, non-interference in each other’s internal affairs, equality, mutual benefit, and peaceful coexistence—all of this has become a constant in Russian-Chinese relations and has allowed for an atmosphere of mutual understanding, deep trust, and firm mutual support to be maintained for many years,” noted M. Zakharova. –0–

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MACAO, Dec. 11 (Xinhua) — The Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) government on Thursday strongly disagreed with the contents of the annual report on Macao recently released by the U.S. Congress-Executive Commission on China, saying the report distorts the facts and misrepresents the human rights situation in Macao.

As the Macao SAR administration noted, since Macao's return to the motherland, the city has comprehensively and consistently implemented the "one country, two systems" policy and the Basic Law of the PRC on the Macao SAR. Over the past quarter century, Macao has achieved rapid economic growth, social stability and harmony, and a steady improvement in public welfare.

The official representative of the Office of the Special Representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China in the Macao Special Administrative Region, in turn, stated that feelings of satisfaction, happiness, and security among Macao residents have significantly increased. According to him, any attempts to slander and denigrate the prosperous and stable Macao are doomed to failure.

As the official representative noted, the United States, ignoring the catastrophic state of its own democracy and its well-known human rights atrocities, continues to play the role of "global policeman" with relish, which only evokes contempt. China calls on the American side to acknowledge the facts, seriously reconsider its actions, and immediately cease any interference in Macao and China's internal affairs, added the official representative of the Office of the Special Representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China in the Macao Special Administrative Region.

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Moscow, December 11 (Xinhua) – Around a hundred British troops are participating in combat operations against Russia in Ukraine, and following the death of one of them, the British government can no longer conceal this. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated this during an embassy roundtable on the Ukrainian settlement.

"We have now been forced to acknowledge the direct participation of British military personnel and special forces in the war against Russia. After one of them died, the British government could no longer conceal these circumstances. It has been stated that at least 100 British citizens are among those fighting against the Russian Federation," Lavrov noted.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova also noted that London has begun "preparing public opinion" for military losses in Ukraine. She drew attention to a speech by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, in which he "openly confirmed the death of British serviceman Lance Corporal George Hooley of the Parachute Regiment, which occurred on December 9."

According to M. Zakharova, this is far from the first loss among the British military in Ukraine, and their presence in the special military operation “should be no secret to anyone.” –0–

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BEIJING, Dec. 11 (Xinhua) — The China Earthquake Administration on Thursday issued a Level 4 emergency response after a magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck Shuanghu County, Nagchu City, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region.

According to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC), the earthquake occurred on Thursday at 7:59 PM Beijing time. The hypocenter was located at a depth of 10 km.

Following the earthquake, the China Earthquake Administration instructed CENC and the Xizang Regional Earthquake Administration to conduct joint consultations and strengthen seismic monitoring and post-earthquake assessment measures. –0–

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Beijing, December 11 (Xinhua) — Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous statements on the Taiwan issue have not only sparked strong outrage among the Chinese people but also a growing wave of opposition and criticism from objective, rational forces within Japan itself, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Thursday.

The Chinese diplomat made the statement at a regular briefing for journalists.

As Guo Jiakun, former editor-in-chief of the Japanese magazine Sekai, and former president of the Iwanami Shoten publishing house, Atsushi Okamoto, recently noted, Sanae Takaichi has repeatedly mentioned “dialogues” with China, but true dialogue should be based on mutual respect, equality, and a desire to understand the other side, while the Japanese Prime Minister’s current approach “does not meet the conditions for dialogue.”

“These comments point to the essence of the problem,” the official representative of the Chinese Foreign Ministry stated. –0–

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BEIJING, December 11 (Xinhua) — Brunei recognizes that Taiwan is an inalienable part of the People's Republic of China. Brunei will firmly adhere to the one-China policy and support the great cause of national reunification of China. This was announced in Beijing on Thursday by Brunei's Second Foreign Minister, Erivan Yusuf.

As the Brunei diplomat noted during talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, China remains the most important force promoting cohesion and stability in the region.

Wang Yi, for his part, outlined in detail China's principled position on the Taiwan issue and also explained the serious harm caused by the current Japanese leader's erroneous statements regarding Taiwan.

The Chinese Foreign Minister praised Brunei's strict adherence to the one-China principle over many years and expressed hope and confidence that the Brunei side will fully understand China's position and continue to resolutely support the Chinese people's just cause of safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Wang Yi called on both sides to jointly defend the international order established after World War II, as well as human conscience and justice. –0–

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Sofia, December 11 (Xinhua) — Bulgaria's coalition government led by Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov resigned on Thursday after thousands of Bulgarians took to the streets in nationwide protests a day earlier.

R. Zhelyazkov announced his decision just minutes before the sixth parliamentary vote of no confidence in the government. The motion, put forward by opposition parties who accused the cabinet of economic policy miscalculations, garnered only 106 votes in the 240-seat parliament, significantly short of the majority required for its passage.

"Our desire is to meet public expectations. Currently, as the constitution stipulates, all state power emanates from the people. We hear the voices of citizens protesting against the government," stated R. Zhelyazkov.

On December 10, tens of thousands of people protested across Bulgaria. They accused the government of failing economic policies, particularly in relation to the 2026 budget proposal, which was withdrawn. Similar protests have been ongoing for several weeks.

R. Zhelyazkov has not yet officially submitted his resignation. His government was sworn in on January 16 following snap elections in October 2024—Bulgaria's seventh parliamentary election in three and a half years.

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Berlin, December 11 (Xinhua) — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced Thursday that European leaders have submitted a proposal to US President Donald Trump regarding territorial concessions Ukraine is willing to make. Future meetings to discuss the matter are expected.

Speaking to reporters alongside NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Merz said the proposal followed a telephone conversation the previous day with French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

According to the German Chancellor, they made it clear to D. Trump that the question of territorial concessions to Ukraine must first be answered by the Ukrainian president and the Ukrainian people.

Further talks with the US government are planned for this weekend, and a meeting in Berlin may take place early next week, Merz added.

“Whether the American government will participate depends largely on the joint preparation of documents that are currently being worked on,” he said.

F. Merz emphasized that any agreed decision must protect the interests of European security and should not be detrimental to the unity of the European Union and NATO. –0–

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