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ISLAMABAD, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) — Pakistan and Afghanistan on Wednesday issued separate statements announcing a ceasefire between the two sides, which later came into effect.

Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to a temporary 48-hour ceasefire to ease tensions on the border at the request of the Afghan side, the Pakistani Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday.

“During this period, both sides will make sincere efforts to find a positive solution to this complex but solvable issue through constructive dialogue,” the department said in a statement.

On the same day, the official representative of the interim government of Afghanistan, Zabihullah Mujahid, announced on social media the introduction of a ceasefire between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Z. Mujahid stated that, at the request and insistence of the Pakistani side, the ceasefire between the two countries will take effect on Wednesday. He added that the Afghan government has instructed all its troops to observe the ceasefire until the other side launches any attacks.

The statements followed several days of gunfire on the Pakistan-Afghan border.

Earlier in the day, Pakistani security forces struck various targets in Afghanistan's Kandahar and Kabul provinces, according to security sources. -0-

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Tbilisi, October 15 (Xinhua) — Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze canceled a planned meeting with the current Chairperson of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen, due to her attendance at a rally in Tbilisi on October 14. The Georgian government's press service reported this on Wednesday.

"Due to yesterday's participation in an illegal rally and false statements, the Prime Minister cancelled a planned meeting with the Finnish Foreign Minister," the statement said.

E. Valtonen arrived in Georgia as part of a tour of the South Caucasus. On Tuesday, she met with Georgian Foreign Minister Maka Bochorishvili, and on Wednesday, she was scheduled to meet with I. Kobakhidze. The previous evening, she attended a protest and spoke with its participants, discussing the content and goals of the event.

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Beijing, October 15 (Xinhua) — China opposes external interference under any pretext in Venezuela's internal affairs, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Wednesday.

Lin Jian made the statement after the United States reported an attack on another fishing vessel off the coast of Venezuela on October 14, which reportedly killed six people. Furthermore, the United States deployed warships and a nuclear submarine in the Caribbean Sea, and Venezuela activated a new comprehensive defense zone system.

Answering a question from the media at a regular briefing, Lin Jian emphasized that China supports the proclamation of Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) as a zone of peace and the declaration on the prohibition of nuclear weapons in this region, and opposes actions that undermine peace and stability in the LAC.

According to the Chinese diplomat, China supports efforts to combat cross-border crime by strengthening international cooperation, while opposing unilateral and excessive “law enforcement operations” carried out by the United States against the vessels of other countries.

China calls on the United States to engage in normal cooperation in law enforcement and judicial matters within the framework of bilateral and multilateral legal mechanisms, Lin Jian added. –0–

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Moscow, October 15 (Xinhua) — The Global Women's Summit has elevated the women's agenda to the highest international level, and China is becoming a global leader in this field. This is how renowned Russian researcher Irina Belaya, editor-in-chief of the collection "Women in China," assessed the results of the Global Women's Summit held in Beijing.

"I believe the Global Women's Summit is a landmark event. It raises the agenda of women's rights, women's freedoms, the development of women's potential, and women's empowerment, and it addresses various issues facing women around the world. And here, the initiatives announced by Chinese President Xi Jinping at the summit are very important," Irina Belaya said in an interview with Xinhua.

She particularly noted that China announced the establishment of a "Global Women's Empowerment Center," the launch of 1,000 small but socially significant projects that will benefit women and girls, increased Chinese funding for UN Women, and a plan to invite 50,000 women to participate in exchanges and training courses in China, which will enrich cooperation between women around the world.

Assessing the results of China's policies over the past 30 years, I. Belaya noted that "China has made a huge leap, even a breakthrough, in improving women's well-being. This is especially true for women in rural areas." "China has achieved significant results in combating infant mortality and maternal mortality. For example, the maternal mortality rate in China has decreased by almost 80 percent since 1995. This is a very significant figure and a very commendable result," the expert emphasized.

She said the statement by the Chairman of the Global Women's Summit, in which participants called on all interested countries and parties to take practical action in 10 key areas to accelerate the process of comprehensive development of women, was of paramount importance.

I. Belaya is the editor-in-chief of the collection "Women of China." This two-volume collection of articles by researchers from various countries explores the role of women in Chinese history. It examines the history of the women's movement in China and women's contributions to literature, art, science, and politics. The collection also addresses issues of concern to contemporary women, such as violence and gender equality. I. Belaya noted that interest in the project from researchers across the globe has been strong, and work on the third volume has already begun.

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BEIJING, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) — The Standing Committee of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) of China will hold its 18th session in Beijing from Oct. 24 to 28.

The decision, announced on Wednesday, was made at a meeting of the chairman and vice-chairmen of the 14th NPC Standing Committee, chaired by NPC Standing Committee Chairman Zhao Leji.

According to the proposed agenda, deputies will consider draft amendments to the Maritime Code of the People's Republic of China and other legislative documents.

In addition, they will review the proposal of the National People's Congress Supervision and Judicial Affairs Committee on reviewing the draft law on public interest lawsuits filed by the procuratorate, the proposal of the State Council of the People's Republic of China on reviewing the draft law on the protection and improvement of arable land quality, as well as various conventions and treaties.

According to the proposed agenda, deputies will hear reports from the State Council on financial work, state-owned asset management in 2024, and criminal enforcement. They will also review reports submitted by the Supreme People's Court, the Supreme People's Procuratorate, and various NPC committees.

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Astana, October 15 (Xinhua) – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan signed a decree significantly simplifying employment and professional activities for citizens of Kazakhstan and other Turkic-speaking countries, the Kazinform news agency reported on Wednesday.

Amendments have reportedly been made to current legislation granting Turkic-speaking foreigners the right to freely practice their professions and crafts, as well as work in public and private organizations in Turkey.

The new decree removes a number of bureaucratic barriers and opens up opportunities for citizens of Turkic-speaking states to engage in labor and entrepreneurial activity without undergoing lengthy procedures to obtain work permits.

As Kazinform notes, exceptions include military service and employment in the security forces, which remain closed to foreigners. The new rules also prohibit participation in elections or holding government positions. However, foreign specialists are required to have a valid residence permit in Turkey, prove the equivalence of their professional diplomas, and register with relevant professional associations and chambers.

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KHANKENDI, Azerbaijan, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) — The 3rd National Urban Development Forum of Azerbaijan (NUFA3) kicked off in Khankendi on Wednesday. The forum is being held under the motto "Towards Climate-Resilient and Healthy Cities: Leveraging Regional Partnerships and Innovative Solutions."

The forum has become an important platform for promoting the principles of sustainable urban planning and development based on inclusivity, innovation, and the creation of a comfortable urban environment.

The event's program covers a wide range of contemporary urban challenges, with a particular focus on inclusive urban governance and climate change adaptation. Participants will discuss the role of national, regional, and local governments, academic institutions, the private sector, and civil society in building climate-resilient and healthy cities.

As Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev noted in his address to forum participants, modern urban development is a key tool for sustainable development, social stability, and the adaptation of cities to climate change. He stated that the country's urbanization approaches contribute to economic sustainability, social well-being, and the creation of a comfortable urban environment.

The forum is attended by approximately 400 delegates from more than 60 countries. NUFA3 serves as a preparatory stage for the World Urban Forum (WUF13) and promotes international dialogue, the exchange of best practices, and the stimulation of local action in the field of sustainable urban development.

NUFA3 will complete its work on October 17 in Baku. –0–

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Astana, October 15 (Xinhua) — The Astana Think Tank Forum 2025 opened in Kazakhstan's capital, bringing together approximately 40 international experts, heads of leading think tanks, researchers, and political scientists from 20 countries. This was reported on Wednesday by the Kazinform news agency.

The forum was organized by the Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan (KISS). The event featured the presentation of InsightsCentral.Asia, a new digital platform for scientific knowledge initiated by KISS. This platform aims to unite think tanks in Central Asia, facilitating the integration, exchange, and popularization of research materials in the region.

According to the organizers, the forum will host nine thematic sessions over two days, covering issues of global governance, security, economics, technology, demography, and climate.

In addition, participants will present analytical reports on the sustainable development of Central Asia, interaction with Afghanistan, urban planning, and the development of green energy. –0–

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Moscow, October 15 /Xinhua/ — Russian gas company Gazprom's gas supplies to China increased by more than 27 percent in January-September 2025, while supplies to Russia's domestic market increased by 2.8 percent, TASS reported on Wednesday, citing a statement by Gazprom Deputy Chairman of the Management Committee Famil Sadygov.

According to F. Sadygov, EBITDA, the company's profit before interest and taxes, increased by 37 percent in the first nine months of this year, exceeding 2.1 trillion rubles. The gas business contributed the most to this growth.

“The increase in natural gas supplies to the domestic market—by 2.8 percent—and to China—by more than 27 percent—had a significant impact,” noted a company representative.

He emphasized that Gazprom did not allow its debt to increase during the reporting period, maintaining the volume of borrowings at a level that did not exceed the volume of repayments.

According to the company, EBITDA for the first six months of 2025 amounted to 1.547 trillion rubles, which is 6 percent more year-on-year. –0–

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BEIJING, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) — Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday called for accelerating reform and upgrading of standardization work to promote the improvement of the real economy and continuously strengthen the domestic momentum of high-quality development.

Li Qiang made the remarks while presiding over the 16th Thematic Study of the State Council of the People's Republic of China. State Council Vice Premiers Ding Xuexiang, Zhang Guoqing, and Liu Guozhong also delivered speeches at the event.

According to Li Qiang, standards are an important basic system that plays a key role in building a modernized industrial system and creating a unified national market.

He emphasized the need to optimize the supply of standards, maintain close alignment with the real needs of socio-economic development, build on the capabilities of artificial intelligence and other digital technologies, and systematically promote the development and revision of standards.

The head of the Chinese government called for stepping up the implementation of standards, creating a list of responsibilities for implementing mandatory standards, and guiding enterprises toward compliance with high-level standards. According to Li Qiang, it is also important to increase the level of internationalization of standards and consistently expand their institutional openness.

As Li Qiang pointed out, reform and innovation are the key driving forces for comprehensively raising the overall level of standards and effectively regulating standardization.

He emphasized the need to properly structure the relationship between the state and the market, ensuring a more significant role in the development of standards for market forces such as enterprises and industry associations. –0–

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