Category: Peoples Republic of China

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

BEIJING, Jan. 7 (Xinhua) — The China Earthquake Administration has activated a Level 4 earthquake alert after a magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region early Wednesday.

The earthquake occurred at 3:17 a.m. The epicenter was located at 37.58 degrees north latitude and 74.93 degrees east longitude. The hypocenter was located at a depth of 10 kilometers, according to data from the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).

Following the earthquake, the China Earthquake Administration ordered the CCSS and the Xinjiang Seismological Administration to launch emergency response activities, calling for joint consultations with relevant authorities, strengthening seismic monitoring, assessing the post-earthquake situation, and promptly updating information.

According to the department, the average elevation above sea level within a 10-kilometer radius of the earthquake's epicenter is approximately 4,545 meters. There have been no reports of casualties or injuries so far. -0-

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

Addis Ababa, January 7 (Xinhua) — At least 22 migrants were killed and about 65 others were injured in a road accident in Ethiopia's northeastern Afar region on Tuesday, the regional government's press service reported.

The truck carrying migrants overturned at dawn, the statement said. The victims are currently receiving treatment at nearby medical facilities, many of whom are in critical condition.

"The truck was overcrowded with migrants who had been deceived by illegal brokers and did not understand the dangers associated with the route," the press service stated.

In recent years, desperate Ethiopian migrants have frequently attempted to cross the Red Sea from Djibouti to reach the Middle East via Yemen. Many of them are hoping to find work in Saudi Arabia.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

Paris, January 7 (Xinhua) — "Several thousand" French soldiers may be sent to Ukraine to maintain peace after the ceasefire, French President Emmanuel Macron said in an interview with France 2 television on Tuesday.

According to him, "France will take part in operations" monitoring the Russian-Ukrainian border after the signing of the ceasefire agreement. However, the president emphasized that French soldiers will not be a combat force. Paris will participate in "the restoration of the Ukrainian army," Macron added.

"Work is being conducted between the Ukrainians, the 'coalition of the willing,' and the Americans. They will be responsible for determining whether there are violations in the border area," the French leader said.

A coalition of about 30 European and other countries agreed at a meeting in Paris on Tuesday that any future peace settlement must include credible and binding security guarantees for Ukraine.

As stated in the joint declaration, they are prepared to establish a system of politically and legally binding guarantees after the ceasefire agreement comes into force. These measures will include participation in a US-led ceasefire monitoring mechanism, military support for Ukraine, and long-term defense cooperation.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

HARBIN, Jan. 7 (Xinhua) — Harbin, known as the "Ice Capital of China," and Russia's Murmansk celebrated the 10th anniversary of their sister-city relationship by unveiling a jointly created ice sculpture called "Inspiration."

The unveiling ceremony for the memorial sculpture took place on Tuesday, January 6, in Harbin, the capital of Heilongjiang Province, northeast China. It was attended by Harbin Deputy Mayor Li Mian, Murmansk Deputy Mayor Andrei Kostin, Murmansk City Council Chairman of the Committee for Economic Development and Tourism Andrei Varich, and representatives of other relevant government agencies from both cities.

The ice sculpture was developed jointly by the two cities. It skillfully integrates a swan, symbolizing Harbin, and an element of the icebreaker "Lenin," symbolizing Murmansk. The sculpture also depicts winter landscapes of the two cities, as well as waves and ice floes, reminiscent of the Songhua River in Harbin and the ice-free port in Murmansk. At the top of the sculpture is an ice symbol with the number "10," symbolizing the ten-year friendship between the two cities.

According to the Harbin City Hall, the unveiling of the commemorative ice sculpture officially marked the beginning of a series of events dedicated to the 10th anniversary of the establishment of sister city relations between Harbin and Murmansk.

The two cities have already signed a cooperation plan for 2026, covering projects in many areas such as government exchanges, economy and trade, culture, education and sports, which are intended to further promote comprehensive and in-depth high-level exchanges and cooperation between the two cities.

In an interview with Xinhua News Agency, A. Kostin noted that the prospects for cooperation between Murmansk and Harbin remain clear. "We already have experience with Harbin in healthcare, education, and culture. We have ongoing exchanges," he stated.

He highlighted the growing tourist flow between the two cities. "We certainly predict that tourist flow, especially in the winter, will only increase thanks to the friendship between our sister cities growing stronger year after year," he added.

As a reminder, the unveiling of the commemorative ice sculpture took place on the sidelines of the 2026 International Ice and Snow Economy Fair, which is taking place from January 6 to 8 in Harbin. Diplomatic representatives accredited in China, representatives of foreign cities, and officials from leading enterprises from more than 20 countries and regions participated in the fair.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

BEIJING, Jan. 7 (Xinhua) — No casualties have been reported so far from the 5.2-magnitude earthquake that struck Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.

According to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC), the earthquake occurred at 3:17 a.m. Wednesday. The epicenter was located at 37.58 degrees north latitude and 74.93 degrees east longitude. The hypocenter was located at a depth of 10 kilometers.

Local authorities and emergency response agencies told Xinhua that there have been no reports of material damage. The earthquake did not damage local transportation infrastructure, power supply, or communications facilities, and normal life and work were not disrupted in the disaster area.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

HARBIN, January 6 (Xinhua) — The 42nd Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival opened in the capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province on Monday, January 5. Over the past 41 years, the Harbin festival, conceived as China's first international ice and snow event, has grown into one of the four largest winter shows in the world.

HARBIN, January 6 (Xinhua) — The 42nd Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival opened in the capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province on Monday, January 5. Over the past 41 years, the Harbin festival, conceived as China's first international ice and snow event, has grown into one of the four largest winter shows in the world.

HARBIN, January 6 (Xinhua) — The 42nd Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival opened in the capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province on Monday, January 5. Over the past 41 years, the Harbin festival, conceived as China's first international ice and snow event, has grown into one of the four largest winter shows in the world.

HARBIN, January 6 (Xinhua) — The 42nd Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival opened in the capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province on Monday, January 5. Over the past 41 years, the Harbin festival, conceived as China's first international ice and snow event, has grown into one of the four largest winter shows in the world.

HARBIN, January 6 (Xinhua) — The 42nd Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival opened in the capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province on Monday, January 5. Over the past 41 years, the Harbin festival, conceived as China's first international ice and snow event, has grown into one of the four largest winter shows in the world.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

Minsk, January 6 (Xinhua) — Belarus has become a reliable link in logistics routes to China. In recent years, the number of container trains from Belarus to China has increased tenfold. This was reported to the journal "Ekonomika Belarusi" by Belarusian Minister of Transport and Communications Alexei Lyakhnovich.

"While around 150 container trains carrying Belarusian exports were dispatched in 2021, this number will rise to over 1,500 in 2024. Belarus is actively participating in China's Belt and Road Initiative. Belarusian Railways is capable of handling 30 container trains daily, with a daily speed of approximately 1,000 km," noted A. Lyakhnovich.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

Tbilisi, January 6 (Xinhua) — The National Bank of Georgia's (Central Bank) international currency reserves reached a historic high, amounting to approximately $6.16 billion as of December 2025. The Central Bank reported this on Tuesday.

According to the regulator, the volume of reserves increased by $342.6 million compared to the previous month. This growth was driven by the continued policy of replenishing reserves amid favorable market conditions.

In 2025, the bank actively made net purchases of foreign currency. From January to November 2025, net purchases exceeded $2.07 billion.

The Central Bank emphasized that as of December 2025, gold's share of international reserves amounted to 16.3 percent, or approximately $1 billion. As a result of rising global gold prices, the value of monetary gold has increased by $502.3 million since its acquisition, effectively doubling. This, according to the regulator, confirms the effectiveness of the reserve diversification policy.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

Aden, Yemen, January 6 (Xinhua) — Gunshots were heard near the Al-Maashiq presidential palace in the southern Yemeni port city of Aden on Tuesday evening, local witnesses and security sources reported.

Residents in the Crater area heard sporadic gunshots and loud explosions, raising security concerns in the area, which is home to key government and military installations.

A local security source told Xinhua on condition of anonymity that the shooting was anti-aircraft fire directed at a drone flying at low altitude over nearby military camps. Southern Transitional Council forces, which maintain a significant presence in Aden, opened fire as a precaution after spotting the drone.

There have been no reports of casualties or damage, and authorities have not yet determined the drone's origin. Witnesses later described the situation in the area as calm, although security forces remained on high alert.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

JOHANNESBURG, Jan. 6 (Xinhua) — South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday expressed deep concern over the recent US military operation in Venezuela and demanded the immediate release of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.

Ramaphosa made these statements while speaking at the 31st annual memorial ceremony for anti-apartheid activist Joe Slovo, which took place at Avalon Cemetery in Soweto, a suburb of Johannesburg. He called Washington's actions a violation of Venezuela's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

“We categorically reject the actions taken by the United States and stand with the people of Venezuela in demanding the release of President Maduro and his wife,” the South African leader said.

S. Ramaphosa called on the UN Security Council to take decisive action to protect international law, as well as world peace and security. –0–

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.