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Baghdad, Oct. 24 (Xinhua) — Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani met with a senior Swiss delegation on Thursday to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation and attracting Swiss investment in major development projects in Iraq, particularly the Development Road initiative.

According to a statement from his press service, M. al-Sudani received Swiss Federal Council member and Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis and his delegation at his office in Baghdad. During the meeting, the two discussed bilateral relations and ways to strengthen them in various areas.

M. al-Sudani called on Swiss companies and international financial institutions to actively participate in development partnerships, establish a bilateral private sector council between Iraq and Switzerland, and take advantage of the opportunities offered by the Iraqi Development Road project.

For their part, members of the Swiss delegation commended the Iraqi government's efforts to strengthen stability and prevent the spread of regional conflicts.

In a separate statement, the Iraqi Foreign Ministry said that earlier in the day, Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein held a joint press conference with his Swiss counterpart, during which he highlighted the potential for cooperation in water management, drawing on Switzerland's extensive experience in this area.

Prior to the press conference, a meeting between the two countries' foreign ministers took place, during which I. Cassis noted Switzerland's commitment to strengthening cooperation with Iraq in the areas of economics, regional stability, migration, and development. The parties also emphasized the importance of maintaining constructive dialogue and developing cooperation mechanisms that meet mutual interests and promote security and stability in the region.

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BEIJING, Oct. 24 (Xinhua) — Chinese scientists have recently made significant progress in overcoming key hurdles in the production of solid-state batteries, taking their performance to a new level.

Solid-state batteries, widely considered the next evolution of key lithium battery technologies, hold great potential for applications in electric vehicles and low-altitude aviation.

Previously, a 100 kg battery could provide a maximum range of 500 km on a single charge, but recent technological breakthroughs will allow this figure to be increased to more than 1000 km.

The battery's core function is provided by lithium ions, which act as "couriers," transporting electrons between the positive and negative electrodes. The solid electrolyte serves as a "road" for these ions.

However, in conventional solid-state batteries, the sulfide electrolytes are too hard, and the lithium metal electrodes are too soft. When these materials come into contact, the uneven connection creates resistance, hindering ion movement and reducing efficiency, which has long been a bottleneck in their commercialization.

To address this issue, Chinese research teams have developed innovative solutions that seamlessly bridge the gap between hard and soft materials, enabling smoother ion transport and improved performance.

One approach, proposed by the Institute of Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, uses iodine ions as a "special glue." During operation, these ions migrate to the interface between the electrode and the electrolyte, where they attract lithium ions to fill the microscopic gaps and pores.

This self-healing mechanism creates a tightly bonded interface, effectively overcoming one of the most persistent obstacles to the practical application of solid-state batteries.

Scientists from the Institute of Metals Research of the Chinese Academy of Sciences have given electrolytes "flexible transformation." By creating a polymer-based framework, they developed a battery that remains fully functional even after 20,000 bends or twists.

This design not only provides exceptional durability, but also incorporates specialized chemical additives into the flexible structure—some to accelerate the transport of lithium ions, others to trap additional lithium ions—thus increasing energy storage capacity by 86 percent.

Another achievement by the Tsinghua University team is the implementation of a fluorine-enhanced technique. They modified the electrolyte with fluorinated polyester materials, exploiting fluorine's high voltage resistance to form a protective layer on the electrode surface. This fluorine-rich barrier prevents the electrolyte from deteriorating under high voltage.

As a result, batteries with this technology have passed rigorous safety tests, including being pierced with a nail and heated to 120 degrees Celsius, without fire or explosion, confirming both their high performance and safety. -0-

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Brussels, Oct. 24 (Xinhua) — European Union (EU) leaders on Thursday failed to agree on a plan to use frozen Russian assets to finance aid to Ukraine after disagreements erupted again at an EU summit.

The summit's conclusions contained significantly softer language than previous drafts, as well as objections from Belgium and legal challenges raised by the European Central Bank (ECB).

European leaders reaffirmed their political, economic, and military support for Ukraine, but did not endorse any specific financing mechanism. The conclusions of the European Commission (EC) summit merely called for the presentation of "financial support options based on an assessment of Ukraine's financial needs as soon as possible." This issue will be considered at the next EU summit in December.

The document also confirms that Russian assets should remain frozen until “Russia ceases its aggressive war against Ukraine and compensates it for the damage caused.”

The discussion centered on EC President Ursula von der Leyen's September proposal to create a "reparations loan" of approximately 140 billion euros (approximately 163 billion US dollars) using frozen Russian sovereign assets.

The plan was supported by Germany, France and the Baltic states, but rejected by Belgium and the ECB, which warned it could violate international law and threaten the eurozone's financial stability.

Most of the Russian Central Bank's assets, frozen by the EU shortly after the conflict began, are held in a Belgian depository. –0–

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URUMQI, Oct. 24 (Xinhua) — The One-Stop Service Center for Foreign Nationals officially opened Thursday at the exit area of the international terminal at Tianshan International Airport in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The launch of this integrated platform, which integrates five major functions: payment, communications, transportation, culture and tourism, investment, and trade, marks a new step in expanding opening-up and improving the level of international services in the Urumqi section of the Xinjiang Pilot Free Trade Zone.

Once the center opens, foreign citizens will be able to access basic services immediately upon stepping off the plane, such as activating a foreign SIM card, connecting to internet data, setting up payment instruments, receiving recommendations on visiting attractions and planning routes, as well as assistance booking multilingual guides. The center will also assist travelers with airport transportation, providing information on buses, taxis, and car rentals, ensuring seamless travel from the airport to the city.

According to Wang Hong, Director General of the China-Eurasia Investment and Trade Promotion Center, the new center aims to make foreign citizens feel at home immediately upon arrival at the airport. Basic services in payments, communications, tourism, transportation, investment, and trade are already available, and their range will be further expanded in the future.

Wang Hong expressed hope that through this platform, more foreign experts will come to Urumqi to conduct innovation, entrepreneurship, investment and trade activities. -0-

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Xinhua | October 24, 2025

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Xi Jinping will attend the 32nd APEC Informal Leaders' Meeting and pay a state visit to the Republic of Korea from October 30 to November 1. Xi Jinping will attend the 32nd APEC Informal Leaders' Meeting and pay a state visit to the Republic of Korea from October 30 to November 1.

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BEIJING, Oct. 24 (Xinhua) — General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee Xi Jinping played a decisive role in formulating the "Suggestions of the CPC Central Committee on the 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development," Jiang Jinquan, director of the Policy Research Center of the CPC Central Committee, said on Friday.

As head of the proposal drafting group, Xi Jinping set the overall direction and provided guidance throughout the process, Jiang Jinquan said at a press conference to introduce and interpret the spirit of the just-concluded CPC Central Committee plenary session.

Jiang Jinquan highly praised the CPC Central Committee's proposals for formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan as the most important outcome of the 4th Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, which was held from Monday to Thursday. -0-

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BEIJING, Oct. 24 (Xinhua) — China aims to further expand opening-up during the 15th Five-Year Plan period, Commerce Minister Wang Wentao said Friday.

With a particular focus on the service sector, efforts will be made to expand market access and openness during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030), Wang Wentao said at a press conference, citing the "Proposals of the CPC Central Committee on the Formulation of the 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development," which was adopted at the 4th Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC Central Committee), which concluded on Thursday.

According to Wang Wentao, other important tasks include promoting innovative trade development, expanding space for bilateral investment cooperation, and implementing high-quality cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative. -0-

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Bishkek, October 24 (Xinhua) — China's goals for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) are in line with the country's actual conditions and will be successfully implemented under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC), former Kyrgyz Foreign Minister Alikbek Jekshenkulov told Xinhua.

From October 20th to 23rd, the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee was held in Beijing. Numerous tasks and goals were proposed for the next five years. These included: building a modern production system, strengthening and developing the real sector of the economy, accelerating the achievement of scientific and technological self-sufficiency and independence, accelerating the modernization of agriculture and rural areas, and fostering innovative and creative cultural activity throughout the nation.

According to A. Dzhekshenkulov, based on China's achievements in socio-economic development in recent years, the proposed goals for the 15th Five-Year Plan period "are reformist, progressive, and consistent with China's national conditions."

"These goals not only build on the success of previous five-year plans but also introduce innovations in line with new stages of development, fully reflecting the foresight of the CPC and the Chinese government. We believe that under the leadership of the CPC, these goals will be successfully achieved," he said.

The former head of Kyrgyzstan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs believes that among the goals set, those most intriguing are those related to strengthening scientific and technological independence and building a strong global power in the areas of economic development, science, and technology.

"In today's competitive international environment, technological innovation is a key driver of national development. During the 15th Five-Year Plan period, China can become a country with a more prosperous economy, more innovative technologies, a more harmonious society, and a more comfortable environment," stated A. Dzhekshenkulov. He also expressed the view that by the end of this period, China will become a more technologically independent, innovation-driven global economic center with sustainable domestic demand and will exert significant cultural and economic influence on the global community.

"China's development plans and goals not only promote its own development but also make a significant contribution to the development of the global economy, the global community's joint response to challenges, and the building of a community with a shared future for humanity," A. Dzhekshenkulov emphasized, adding that China's successful development provides clear experience for other countries, and the concepts and initiatives put forward by China are valuable for developing countries and global cooperation.

“I believe that for Central Asian countries striving for modernization, China’s successes can become a source of investment and exchange of experience in the areas of technology, manufacturing, and agriculture, and open the way to sustainable development,” he concluded. –0–

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New Delhi, October 24 (Xinhua) — A bus crashed into a motorcycle and caught fire on Friday in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, killing at least 20 people and injuring several others, local officials said.

The bus caught fire on the road near Chinna Tekur village in Karnool district.

According to police, the bus, traveling from Hyderabad to Bengaluru, caught fire immediately after the collision. It was carrying 42 passengers.

It is noted that most of the passengers were asleep at the time of the accident. –0–

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Tbilisi, October 24 (Xinhua) — The Belt and Road Initiative is of great importance to Georgia, and the country intends to continue deepening cooperation with China within its framework. Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze stated this in an interview with Xinhua during the 5th Tbilisi Silk Road Forum.

"Historically, Georgia has connected West and East, Europe and Asia. We are making every effort to restore this historical function for Georgia to the greatest possible extent. We are pleased to be continually strengthening our connectivity capabilities through the Belt and Road Initiative, so we can demonstrate our important role. We are also pleased to be expanding our cooperation and trade and economic partnership with China. We attach particular importance to this, and the statistics are very positive, the trend is very positive. We are deeply committed to further strengthening cooperation with China," he said.

According to the head of government, Georgia welcomes all Chinese companies, and investment sectors such as energy, digital technology, and real estate are highly promising. The prime minister noted that the country has created a favorable investment climate, a liberal economic policy, and low tax rates, creating excellent opportunities for Chinese businesses.

I. Kobakhidze recalled that several years ago, Georgia and China signed a free trade agreement, which contributed to the rapid growth of bilateral trade. "We export various goods to China. Of course, participation in the China International Import Expo (CIIE) helps further promote trade with China. We will present a wide range of products and expect that Georgian exports to China will grow in the future," he said.

Speaking about the development of Georgia's transit function, the Prime Minister stated that without China, this process would be more difficult. "China's participation in our infrastructure projects is crucial for us. We are pleased to cooperate on the construction of the Anaklia deep-water port on the Black Sea. We are also pleased that transit traffic between China and Georgia has significantly increased overall, especially over the past two years," emphasized I. Kobakhidze. According to him, Georgia intends to continue its efforts to strengthen transit cooperation with China and is fully open to its further expansion.

The 5th Tbilisi Silk Road Forum was held on October 22-23 under the motto "Invest in Connectivity – Develop Stability." The forum focused on transport and logistics cooperation between Europe and Asia, the development of the Middle Corridor, investments in digital and energy infrastructure, international trade, innovation, and technology.

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