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On November 23, the Hong Kong newspaper South China Morning Post published an article headlined "China's Winter Sports Boom Drives Domestic Consumption, Relevant Industries." The article argues that, in the context of China's developing ice and snow economy, active public participation and increased government support are driving innovation in equipment, increasing the number of ski resorts in the country, and creating new jobs.

For the past three years, with the onset of winter, Zhou, a woman living in the southern city of Guangzhou, would fly to northern China to ski. The better she got, the more often she upgraded her gear.

The winter sports boom has spread throughout China. It began with the Beijing Winter Olympics and was supported by government policy. Previously, the Zhou family often went on tours of Southeast Asia during the winter holidays, but since 2022, they have been regularly traveling to the country's northern provinces, such as Jilin and Liaoning. The girl's mother said, "While my daughter trains daily with a coach, we relax and have fun nearby. Last year, we spent almost 20,000 yuan in Shenyang, and this year, her biggest dream is to go to the ski resort in the Altay Prefecture of the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region."

Young people born in the 2000s and 2010s have become the fastest-growing consumer group in China's winter sports market, and they often drive their families' decisions on how to spend their leisure money.

In 2024, China's winter sports market reached RMB 1.05 trillion and is expected to reach RMB 1.56 trillion by 2029. Among Chinese winter sports enthusiasts in 2024, 52.0% were aged 24 to 30, while women accounted for 71.3%. Moreover, 61.5% of respondents purchased their own equipment, stimulating the growth of supply chains for both domestic ski equipment (suits, goggles) and snow and ice-making equipment, essential for the development of the winter sports industry.

Growing winter sports-related consumer chains across China provide a seasonal source of income for many young people.

Every winter, Chen Xiaoyu, a sports science graduate, works part-time as a ski instructor, earning between 1,000 and 1,200 yuan a day. This year, he opened his own ski club, purchased domestic ski suits and goggles in bulk, and hired a team of coaches.

During the 2013-2014 winter season, there were only five indoor ski resorts in China, but by the 2024-2025 season, that number had skyrocketed to 79. As of April of this year, another 16 such facilities were under construction.

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The final of the annual All-China Russian Language and Culture Competition "Golden Key" was recently held at the Russian Cultural Center in Beijing (RCC).

This year, 17 of the strongest finalists in the youth category (ages 19-27) took to the main stage after undergoing a rigorous selection process. Talented students from Xiamen, Harbin, Fuzhou, Shanghai, Jilin, Tianjin, and many other Chinese cities flocked to the capital.

The final battle was intense and consisted of two challenges. The first round was a spontaneous dialogue competition, where participants, having drawn a topic, had to prepare and perform mini-performances in just a few minutes, demonstrating not only linguistic mastery but also wit and acting skills. At the end of this round, only half of the contestants were allowed to continue the competition. The second, decisive challenge was a quiz on the intricacies of the Russian language, literature, history, and culture.

The jury faced an incredibly challenging task—all the finalists excelled, demonstrating a profound command of the language, broad erudition, resourcefulness, and genuine passion for the subject. The competition fully demonstrated the high level of preparation of young Russian linguists in China and, of course, selected the winners.

In the “children” category (15-18 years old), the places were distributed as follows:

1st place – Qiu Junkai (Jinan School of Foreign Languages)

2nd place – Pan Haoyu (Jinan School of Foreign Languages)

2nd place – Yu Anna (Manzhouli City Middle School)

3rd place – Zhang Jiayi (Jinan School of Foreign Languages)

3rd place – Lu Yuehan (Changchun School of Foreign Languages)

In the youth category (19-27 years old):

1st place – Sui Yuan (Beijing Language and Culture University)

2nd place – Zhao Rong (Xiamen University)

2nd place – Sun Keyan (Dongbei Normal University)

3rd place – Chen Shiyu (Beijing Foreign Studies University)

3rd place – Cong Xiangyi (Jiangsu Maritime University)

In the "Adults" category (28-39 years):

1st place – Peng Qiushi

2nd place – Zhang Mingzi

2nd place – Chen Xinheng

3rd place – Zhang Changwei

3rd place – Ren Jiangan

3rd place – Qin Yue

The organizers and jury congratulate all participants and their mentors on their brilliant performance at the competition and wish them continued enthusiasm in immersing themselves in the boundless world of Russian language and culture.

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Bishkek, December 15 /Xinhua/ — The total volume of remittances to Kyrgyzstan in October of this year amounted to $340.5 million, the Kyrgyz National News Agency Kabar reported on Monday, citing statistics from the country's National Bank.

It was reported that the main influx of remittances to Kyrgyzstan came from CIS countries – $321.6 million, while the influx from non-CIS countries amounted to $18.9 million.

At the same time, by the end of October of this year, the volume of money transfers from Kyrgyzstan amounted to 32.5 million dollars, of which 29.5 million dollars were sent to the CIS countries, and 3 million dollars to non-CIS countries. –0–

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KUALA LUMPUR, December 15 (Xinhua) — The special meeting of foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to resolve the border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand has been postponed to December 22. The Malaysian Foreign Ministry confirmed the news to the media on Monday.

The meeting was originally scheduled for December 16, but was postponed at Bangkok's request.

The department added that the special meeting is a follow-up to the decision of the prime ministers of Malaysia, Cambodia, and Thailand, taken to resolve the tense situation between the latter two countries. –0–

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Tokyo, December 15 (Xinhua) — Twin pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei from Tokyo's Ueno Zoo will be returned to China at the end of January. Japanese zoos will be without pandas for the first time in half a century, Kyodo News reported on Monday.

According to reports citing a source, the animals' official lease, as established by the agreement between Tokyo and Beijing, expires in February 2026. The twin pandas have lived at the Ueno Zoo since their birth.

Earlier this year, Japan repatriated four pandas from a zoo in Wakayama Prefecture to China. Since then, Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei have become the only pandas in the country.

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SEOUL, Dec. 15 (Xinhua) — South Korea's special investigative committee on Monday concluded its investigation into the sedition case against former President Yun Seok-yul.

Special Prosecutor Cho Eun-seok, who led the investigation into Yun Seok-yul's insurrection and other crimes, said at a televised press conference that his team had indicted a total of 24 people, including the former president himself, the former prime minister, the former vice prime minister for economic affairs, and other ministers and secretaries of the presidential administration.

According to the prosecutor, the investigation revealed that Yun Seok-yel, who took office in May 2022, had been preparing to introduce martial law even before October 2023 in order to monopolize and maintain his power.

To create a pretext for declaring martial law, Yun Seok-yol attempted to provoke a military response from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) by conducting unusual military operations. However, this attempt was unsuccessful, as the DPRK did not respond militarily, the prosecutor noted.

On April 4, 2025, the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Korea upheld the impeachment petition against Yun Seok-yeol in connection with the attempted introduction of martial law in December of the previous year, formally removing him from office.

On January 26, the ousted leader was arrested on charges of organizing a rebellion. –0–

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BEIJING, Dec. 15 (Xinhua) — The unemployment rate in China's cities and towns was 5.1 percent in November 2025, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on Monday.

According to the data, this figure for the first 11 months of this year was 5.2 percent.

Employment among key population groups remained generally stable. In November, the unemployment rate among rural migrant workers was 4.4 percent, below the national average.

China's economy performed generally well in November, National Bureau of Statistical Services (NBS) spokesman Fu Linghui said at a press conference, adding that the next phase will focus on stabilizing employment, businesses, the market, and expectations.

China's 2025 targets call for more than 12 million new jobs to be created in cities and towns to keep the unemployment rate below 5.5 percent by the end of the year. -0-

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Bishkek, December 15 /Xinhua/ — China's initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative and the Global Governance Initiative (GGI) allow for greater participation by countries in the Global South in addressing global challenges and expanding their representation on international platforms, former Kyrgyz Foreign Minister Alikbek Jekshenkulov told Xinhua.

According to him, the countries of the Global South, which make up a significant portion of the world's population and global economy, are forming a persistent demand for a more equal international order and are advocating for strengthening multilateralism and reforming international institutions where developing countries have traditionally been underrepresented.

"Through the Belt and Road Initiative and the Global Governance Initiative, countries of the Global South are significantly strengthening their participation in addressing global challenges in various areas, including development, climate, infrastructure, and the digital divide," noted A. Dzhekshenkulov. "I believe that China's concept of a community with a shared future for humanity aligns with the interests of countries in the Global South, as it is focused on collective solutions rather than Western dominance."

A. Dzhekshenkulov believes that multilateral platforms such as the Belt and Road Initiative and the SCO have become leading instruments of South-South cooperation, offering countries an alternative to traditional Western development models. "Their particular appeal stems from the absence of political conditions, an emphasis on pragmatism, infrastructure connectivity, and support for economic growth," he emphasized.

In his view, the implementation of the Belt and Road Initiative, through which China has signed cooperation agreements with over 150 countries and over 30 international organizations, is ensuring the construction of key infrastructure, reducing logistics costs, and expanding trade between countries of the Global South. The SCO complements the economic component with a systemic security policy, including the fight against terrorism and extremism, border coordination, and the creation of a favorable security environment for project implementation.

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. As the former minister noted, this anniversary year carries profound symbolic and practical significance for the modern world, particularly amid the escalation of various regional conflicts. He also praised China's position on relevant historical issues and on global security.

"China emphasizes the importance of preserving historical truth and the results of the post-war world order based on the UN Charter. This is especially relevant against the backdrop of growing conflicts and tendencies toward bloc thinking," noted A. Dzhekshenkulov, adding that recalling the lessons of World War II serves as a reminder of the need for dialogue, respect for sovereignty, and the inadmissibility of revisionism.

"The Chinese approach is aimed at strengthening international stability through remembering history, preventing confrontation, and eliminating the root causes of conflicts," he emphasized.

China is steadfastly pursuing the path of peaceful development and has also put forward the Global Security Initiative. According to A. Dzhekshenkulov, these two concepts complement each other. "The first reflects China's domestic commitment to development and the rejection of hegemony, while the second represents a foreign policy framework that offers partners a concept of indivisible security, dialogue, and joint risk response. Together, these approaches form a practical basis for strengthening international peace and stability," he stated.

In October of this year, the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China was held in Beijing. The session reviewed and adopted the CPC Central Committee's Proposals for the 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development. According to A. Dzhekshenkulov, this event confirms China's commitment to high-level openness, innovation, and green transformation, and signals its readiness to expand cooperation and integration into the global economy.

He also believes that China will open up new opportunities for the world in the future, particularly in three key areas: innovation, the green economy, and digital transformation.

"China will strengthen its position in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, new materials, and 6G, creating platforms for international projects and cooperation in advanced sectors," said A. Dzhekshenkulov, adding that the transition to low-carbon development and circular models will create demand for joint projects in energy, electric mobility, and climate adaptation. At the same time, the development of digital infrastructure and e-commerce will expand foreign companies' access to Chinese innovations and the market.

According to the former head of the Kyrgyz Foreign Ministry, China will make efforts to strengthen multilateral mechanisms, including the Belt and Road Initiative, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, and promote the development of sustainable supply chains. "These steps open up additional opportunities for countries around the world for growth, investment, and technological innovation," he concluded.

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Sydney, December 15 (Xinhua) — The death toll from the shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney on Sunday has risen to 16, New South Wales police said on Monday.

According to police, 16 people have been confirmed dead, 14 of whom died at the scene and two more in hospital.

As of Monday morning, 40 victims are in hospital, five of them in critical condition.

State Police Commissioner Mel Lanyon said at a press conference Monday morning that the two suspected shooters were a 50-year-old man and his 24-year-old son. The investigation into the motive for the attack is ongoing.

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RIYADH, Dec. 15 (Xinhua) — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, said Sunday that China has always regarded Saudi Arabia as a priority in its Middle East diplomacy and an important partner in its global diplomatic strategy, and is willing to work with Saudi Arabia to elevate bilateral ties to a higher level.

Wang Yi made the remarks at the 5th meeting of the Political Subcommittee of the China-Saudi Arabia High-Level Joint Commission in Riyadh, which he co-chaired with Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud.

According to him, the kingdom is an important member of the Arab and Islamic worlds and an independent force in the process of multipolarity.

Wang Yi noted that in recent years, under the strategic leadership of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, exchanges and cooperation between the two countries in all areas have developed soundly and sustainably. Relations between China and Saudi Arabia are increasingly transcending bilateral cooperation, acquiring greater strategic significance and global influence, the diplomat noted.

He stressed that China is ready to work with Saudi Arabia to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries.

Wang Yi called on both sides to firmly adhere to the established direction of bilateral relations, firmly support each other on issues concerning core interests, better coordinate cooperation in various fields, continuously enrich the content of the comprehensive strategic partnership, and elevate bilateral ties to a new level.

Noting that next year will mark the 10th anniversary of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries, Wang Yi stated that China is willing to further strengthen high-level contacts with Saudi Arabia and welcomes Saudi leaders to visit China next year to attend the second China-Arab States Summit. He added that China looks forward to working with the Kingdom to ensure the success of the summit.

Wang Yi also said that China is willing to maintain close coordination with Saudi Arabia in preparation for the 5th meeting of the China-Saudi Arabia High-Level Joint Commission to support and ensure the smooth progress of major bilateral agendas next year.

Stressing that China and Saudi Arabia are important economic and trade partners, Wang Yi said China will continue to expand opening-up during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030), creating new opportunities for bilateral cooperation.

He called on both sides to strengthen cooperation in areas such as energy and investment, while expanding cooperation in new areas including renewable energy and the green transition.

China welcomes the increased inflow of Saudi funds and supports Chinese enterprises in investing and doing business in Saudi Arabia. Wang Yi also expressed hope that the Kingdom will continue to create favorable conditions for Chinese businesses.

The two sides should also strengthen exchanges in culture, tourism and other fields, promote people-to-people contacts, deepen mutual understanding and strengthen the fraternal friendship between the two peoples, Wang Yi said.

He stressed that China supports Saudi Arabia in its efforts to play a more significant role in international and regional affairs, host Expo 2030 Riyadh, and is willing to strengthen communication and coordination with Saudi Arabia on international and regional platforms to realize genuine multilateralism and safeguard international fairness and justice.

In turn, Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud stated that relations between the two countries are currently experiencing a period of active development, with the comprehensive strategic partnership constantly deepening and practical cooperation yielding fruitful results. He noted that close interaction between the two heads of state has served as a guideline and allowed them to define a clear plan for the development of bilateral relations.

He said Saudi Arabia firmly adheres to the one-China principle, highly values China's development achievements, and is willing to maintain close high-level exchanges, learn from China's best practices, and deepen cooperation in trade, investment, energy, and the circular economy to achieve mutually beneficial and win-win results.

Saudi Arabia looks forward to the 2nd China-Arab States Summit and the China-GCC Summit to be held in China in 2026, and is ready to make all necessary preparations and actively advance negotiations on the China-GCC Free Trade Agreement, the Saudi minister noted.

Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud added that Saudi Arabia invites more Chinese enterprises to invest and conduct business in the country and is ready to offer them more preferential terms.

The Saudi diplomat noted that his country highly values China's important role in international affairs, supports a number of global initiatives put forward by Xi Jinping, and is ready to strengthen multilateral interaction and coordination with China to protect the common interests of developing countries and jointly advance the process of multipolarity, he added.

The parties also exchanged views on international and regional issues, including events in the Middle East and Afghanistan.

Following the meeting, the foreign ministers of the two countries signed an agreement on mutual visa-free travel for holders of diplomatic, service, and special passports. –0–

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