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Jiuquan, October 30 (Xinhua) — The crew of the Shenzhou-21 spacecraft will deliver four mice to the Chinese space station for scientific research, a key element in a series of new scientific and practical projects to be implemented during their six-month stay in orbit, the China Manned Space Administration (CMSA) announced on Thursday.

This will be the first time that China will conduct a scientific experiment involving mammalian rodents in space, CMSA spokesman Zhang Jingbo said at a press conference held a day before the launch of the Shenzhou-21 mission.

He said the mice (two males and two females) will be kept in orbit, and the research will focus on studying the effects of space conditions such as microgravity and confined spaces on the animals' behavior.

The mice will then be returned to Earth on a spacecraft, and further scientific research will then be conducted to study the stress response and adaptive changes in numerous tissues and organs of the mice in space conditions, he added.

Four mice were selected after more than 60 days of intensive physical fitness and cognitive training. They will be part of five- to seven-day scientific experiments in space, helping fill a gap in research involving small mammals aboard China's Tiangong space station.

Previous animal experiments at the Chinese space lab have included zebrafish and fruit flies.

The launch of the Shenzhou-21 manned spacecraft is scheduled for 11:44 PM Beijing Time on Friday from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China. Astronauts Zhang Lu, Wu Fei, and Zhang Hongzhang will carry out the Shenzhou-21 mission.

The 27 new experiments in orbit that will be conducted by astronauts during the mission cover areas such as space life sciences and biotechnology, space medicine, space materials science, microgravity fluid physics and combustion, and new space technologies.

CMSA also outlined planned in-orbit studies of the relationship between the origin of genetic codes and chirality, lithium-ion batteries for space applications, and intelligent computing platforms.

It is noteworthy that crew member Zhang Hongzhang, a payload specialist, is a researcher in the field of new energy sources and new materials at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences.

During the Shenzhou-21 mission, his ideas developed on Earth are expected to yield results in the orbital laboratory, as the experiments he designed will be conducted on the space station.

He will be responsible for conducting experimental procedures, making observations, collecting data, and processing and analyzing data.

“It is a great honor for me that the experimental project to which I contributed will be carried out in space,” said the scientist-turned-astronaut. -0-

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BEIJING, Oct. 30 (Xinhua) — China will include the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in the national immunization program starting from November 10, 2025, the National Disease Control and Prevention Administration said Thursday.

This decision was made in order to reduce the burden of HPV-associated diseases and to better meet the needs for disease prevention and public health protection.

According to a circular issued by the department, girls aged 13 and above can receive two doses of the bivalent HPV vaccine free of charge, with an interval of six months between doses, starting November 10. -0-

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Beijing, October 30 (Xinhua) — China will streamline its duty-free shopping policies to stimulate consumption, according to a notice jointly released by the Ministry of Finance and four other government agencies on Thursday.

According to the notice, the policy is aimed at stimulating domestic purchases and will take effect on Saturday.

The main measures focus on four aspects, including optimising tax incentive and duty exemption policies, as well as further expanding the range of goods in duty-free shops.

In addition, efforts will be made to delegate authority over the approval of such stores and improve measures to facilitate procedures and strengthen supervision, the notice said. -0-

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GUANGZHOU, Oct. 30 (Xinhua) — Baiyun International Airport in Guangzhou, capital of southern China's Guangdong Province, officially opened its third terminal and fifth runway on Thursday, making it China's first civilian airport with five commercial runways.

The expansion of Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, one of the country's three major international aviation hubs, marks a new step toward building a world-class airport cluster in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

In the near future, this airport's annual passenger traffic could reach 120 million person-times and cargo throughput 3.8 million tonnes. With a designed terminal capacity of 140 million passengers and 6 million tonnes of cargo, this airport could become one of the world's busiest airports by both metrics.

The expansion project took five years to complete and cost 53.77 billion yuan (approximately $7.6 billion). The project also includes an integrated transportation hub designed to improve connectivity between air, rail, and road transport.

According to the plan, Baiyun Airport will be connected to six high-speed rail lines, five intercity railways, two subway lines, and two expressways, allowing passengers to reach other major airports in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area within an hour.

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Development Plan, released in February 2019, calls for the construction of a world-class airport cluster.

The Greater Bay Area's aviation infrastructure includes three hub airports (Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong), two major airports (Zhuhai and Macao), and two regional airports (Huizhou and Foshan), which collectively serve more than 200 destinations worldwide. In 2024, their combined passenger traffic exceeded 200 million person-times.

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Istanbul, October 30 (Xinhua) — The recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin and last year's BRICS summit in Kazan clearly demonstrated that the Global South is gaining increasing influence and making independent decisions. This was stated by Antonio Fallico, president of the non-profit association "Understand Eurasia," at the opening of the 18th Verona Eurasian Economic Forum, which is taking place in Istanbul on October 30-31.

“Certain events in the world, in particular the recent SCO summit in Tianjin, which followed last year’s BRICS summit in Kazan, clearly showed that the Global South, or, as it is sometimes called, the global majority, is gaining significant weight and making independent decisions,” he said.

A. Fallico emphasized that the Global South is seeking new mechanisms for interaction, coordination, and solutions to the most pressing challenges of our time. Moreover, it now has the opportunity to advance its aspirations and realize them.

A. Fallico pointed out the West's desire to continue to impose its choices, without taking into account the ongoing changes, interests, and even fears of others, ignoring them, believing that it is the only holder of absolute truth.

As the Italian expert noted, the Global South and its emerging structures are built on the principle of mutual respect. "Despite their different political, economic, military, and technological weights, all countries are listened to and treated with respect. The stronger countries do not impose their will on others. A consensus is formed, and they try to find solutions that suit everyone," he said.

According to A. Fallico, such interaction within the structures of the Global South gives them strength and makes them very attractive.

The Italian expert also noted that the experience of the Verona Eurasian Economic Forums in previous years demonstrated the need to give the floor to the BRICS countries and the Eurasian Economic Union, given their current demographic, economic, and geopolitical role.

The Verona Eurasian Economic Forum was established in Verona in 2007 at the initiative of the Italian association "Explore Eurasia." Since 2022, it has been held outside Italy to allow everyone to participate without restrictions or discrimination. This year, the forum brought together over a thousand participants: prominent politicians, heads of leading companies, academics, and experts from more than 30 countries.

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Istanbul, October 30 (Xinhua) — The 18th Verona Eurasian Economic Forum opened at the Ciragan Palace in Istanbul on Thursday.

The main theme of this year's forum is "New Energy for New Economic Realities." Discussions on the business program will focus on finding innovative solutions in energy, industry, finance, transportation, digital technologies, agriculture, and the social sphere.

This year's forum is attended by prominent politicians, heads of leading companies, scientists, and experts from around the world. The event brings together over a thousand participants from more than 30 countries and regions. The forum runs until Friday. It is organized by the non-profit association "Understand Eurasia."

Turkish Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar stated that the global economy is facing new challenges, and uncertainty is rising sharply. He emphasized that Turkey, with its unique geographical advantages, plays a special role in regional and global cooperation. "Turkey is ready to build connections across continents, industries, traditional and new energy systems… and continue to play a constructive role in global economic development," he noted.

"Certain global events, in particular the recent SCO summit in Tianjin, which followed last year's BRICS summit in Kazan, clearly demonstrated that the Global South, or, as it is sometimes called, the global majority, is gaining significant influence and making independent decisions," said Antonio Fallico, president of the Connoisseur Eurasia Association. According to him, the Global South is seeking new mechanisms for interaction, coordination, and solutions to the most pressing issues of our time.

Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a greeting to the forum's participants and guests. He said the forum has earned well-deserved authority over the past years. "The topic of this meeting—'New Energy for New Economic Realities'—is highly relevant. We will consider prospects for expanding cooperation in energy and the digital economy, investment and scientific and technological innovation, transport and logistics," the Russian president said.

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Istanbul, October 30 (Xinhua) — Russian President Vladimir Putin, in his greeting to participants of the 18th Verona Eurasian Economic Forum, noted that Eurasia is home to the main centers of economic growth and key transport and trade routes.

Vladimir Putin emphasized the important role of the Eurasian continent in global affairs, including in the process of building a multipolar world order. He also noted that Russia's Greater Eurasian Partnership initiative aims to mutually benefit from the potential of all states and integration associations located there.

“The theme of this meeting, New Energy for New Economic Realities, is highly relevant,” he noted.

The 18th Verona Eurasian Economic Forum opened Thursday at the Ciragan Palace in Istanbul. It is attended by prominent politicians, heads of leading companies, academics, and experts from around the world. The event brings together over a thousand participants from more than 30 countries and regions. The forum runs until Friday. It is organized by the non-profit association "Understand Eurasia."

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BUSAN, South Korea, Oct. 30 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping said here Thursday that he is willing to continue working with U.S. President Donald Trump to lay a solid foundation for bilateral ties and create a favorable environment for the development of both countries.

At a meeting with the White House, he stated that under their joint leadership, Sino-American relations remain generally stable. "China and the United States should be partners and friends. This is what history has taught us and what reality demands," Xi Jinping said.

Given the differences in national circumstances, the two sides do not always see eye to eye, and it is normal for friction to arise from time to time between the world's two leading economies, he added.

"Facing winds, waves, and challenges, the heads of state of both countries stand at the helm. We must stay on course, maintain control of the overall situation, and ensure the steady progress of the great ship of China-US relations," the Chinese President emphasized.

Xi Jinping stated that China's economic development is showing good momentum: in the first three quarters of 2025, the country's economy grew by 5.2 percent, and total foreign trade in goods increased by 4 percent. This is no easy achievement, he noted, given the internal and external challenges, adding that the Chinese economy is like a boundless ocean: vast, resilient, and promising. "We have the confidence and ability to cope with all kinds of risks and challenges," Xi Jinping emphasized.

According to the Chinese leader, at its 4th Plenary Session, the 20th CPC Central Committee discussed and approved the proposal for developing the 15th Five-Year Plan for Social and Economic Development /2026-2030/

For the past 70 years, we have been working on the same plan from generation to generation to bring it to life, he said.

“We have no intention of challenging or replacing any country,” Xi Jinping said. “We have always focused on effectively managing China’s own affairs, improving ourselves, and providing development opportunities for all countries around the world.”

Xi Jinping stated that China will continue to deepen reforms across the board, expand opening-up, and promote high-quality economic growth, achieving a commensurate increase in output, comprehensive human development, and shared prosperity for all. He called this an important secret to China's success, adding that such a policy will also expand the scope for cooperation with the United States.

Xi Jinping noted that the Chinese and American trade and economic negotiating teams held an in-depth exchange of views on major trade and economic issues and reached consensus on resolving various problems. He called on both teams to quickly formulate and finalize follow-up steps and ensure effective implementation of the common agreements, so that reliable results can instill confidence in both countries and the global economy.

Chinese-American trade and economic relations have experienced ups and downs recently, but this has also inspired some ideas on both sides, Xi Jinping stated. He emphasized that business-to-business relations should continue to serve as a stabilizer and driving force in Chinese-American ties, without becoming a stumbling block or source of friction.

Beijing and Washington must think big and recognize the long-term benefits of cooperation, and avoid falling into a vicious cycle of retaliatory measures, the Chinese president emphasized. He called on both trade and economic teams to continue negotiations in the spirit of equality, mutual respect, and mutual benefit, continually narrowing the list of issues and expanding cooperation.

Dialogue is better than confrontation, Xi Jinping said, adding that China and the United States should maintain communication through various channels and at various levels to strengthen mutual understanding. He noted that the two countries have significant potential for joint work in combating illegal migration, telecommunications fraud and money laundering, artificial intelligence, and epidemic response.

Relevant agencies should strengthen dialogue and exchanges and pursue mutually beneficial cooperation, Xi Jinping stated. The countries should also cooperate on regional and international platforms, he added.

"The world today faces many serious challenges. China and the United States can jointly shoulder the responsibilities befitting major powers and work together to achieve more significant and concrete results for the benefit of both countries and the entire world," the Chinese president emphasized.

Xi Jinping noted that in 2026, China will host the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting, and the United States will host the G20 summit. The two sides can support each other to make both events productive in promoting global economic growth and improving global economic governance, he added.

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BEIJING, Oct. 30 (Xinhua) — Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun will attend the 12th ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) and the 15th Informal China-ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting in Kuala Lumpur from October 30 to November 2.

The visit will take place at the invitation of the Malaysian Ministry of Defense, which is currently chairing ASEAN. This was announced on Thursday by Chinese Ministry of Defense spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang.

He noted that at the upcoming events, Dong Jun will deliver a speech on the topic of a retrospective assessment of the 15-year history of ADMM-Plus and the future of China-ASEAN defense cooperation, respectively.

As part of the events, Dong Jun will hold bilateral meetings with the heads of defense departments of the respective countries, Zhang Xiaogang said. -0-

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Beijing, Oct. 30 (Xinhua) — At the invitation of the Egyptian government, Chinese Minister of Culture and Tourism Sun Yeli, as a special envoy of Chinese President Xi Jinping, will attend the opening ceremony of the Grand Egyptian Museum in Egypt on November 1, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced Thursday.

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