The Zhengzhou Consensus was published at the SCO Media and Think Tank Summit

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ZHENGZHOU, July 25 (Xinhua) — The "Zhengzhou Consensus" was released at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Media and Think Tank Summit in Zhengzhou on Friday.

The SCO Media and Think Tank Summit is being held in Zhengzhou, capital of Henan Province, central China, from July 23 to 27.

The event is attended by more than 400 representatives of almost 200 media outlets, think tanks, government bodies of SCO member states, observer states and dialogue partner countries, as well as international and regional organizations.

As noted in the Zhengzhou Consensus, the Summit featured a broad exchange of views on the theme of “Developing the Shanghai Spirit and Jointly Building a Beautiful Home,” and deeply explored ways to more effectively utilize the role of the media and think tanks to promote the strengthening of traditional friendship among SCO countries, deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, and build a closer SCO community with a shared future.

The participants of the event noted that the SCO plays an important role in strengthening good-neighborliness, friendship, solidarity and mutual trust among the countries of the region, protecting regional security and stability, promoting prosperity and development in the region. The SCO media and think tanks should fully utilize their role as a bridge and link, jointly tell the stories of Shanghai cooperation, demonstrate the glorious achievements of Shanghai cooperation, and contribute wisdom and strength to promoting peace, stability, prosperity and development at both the regional and global levels.

It was noted that deepening political mutual trust and strengthening strategic alignment are extremely important for ensuring sustainable and long-term development of the SCO, as well as protecting national security and development interests of the countries in the region. The SCO media and analytical centers should step up explanations of national characteristics, development paths and strategies of the SCO member countries, promote strengthening communication between states, overcoming disagreements, developing consensus, strengthening mutual trust, respecting mutual development paths, protecting each other's fundamental interests and jointly building the SCO common home, the summit participants said.

According to the participants, ensuring regional security and stability is both a common responsibility of the SCO countries and an inevitable choice for jointly countering global challenges. In the context of a volatile and turbulent international situation and in response to the common aspirations of the peoples of all countries, the SCO media and think tanks should implement the Global Security Initiative, jointly popularize the SCO's position and actions to protect peace and tranquility, create a favorable atmosphere for building a balanced, effective and sustainable security architecture and maintaining regional security and stability, as well as peace throughout the world, the participants noted.

According to them, achieving modernization is the common goal of all SCO countries. The SCO media and think tanks should implement the Global Development Initiative, jointly tell vivid stories of how the SCO countries promote economic integration, coordinated development and shared achievements, further strengthen the consensus on cooperation among all countries, strengthen the alignment of development strategies and regional cooperation initiatives, and create conditions for each country to prosper, develop and promote modernization.

It was pointed out that civilization becomes more colorful through exchanges and richer through mutual learning. The harmonious development of various civilizations is a beautiful vision of the people of the SCO countries. The SCO media and think tanks should implement the Global Civilization Initiative, jointly advocate respect for the diversity of civilizations, widely pool the wisdom and strength of multiple entities such as governments, enterprises, academic institutions and social organizations, so as to promote the inclusive coexistence of various civilizations and promote mutual understanding and closeness among the people of all countries.

The summit participants called for the protection of genuine multilateralism and the improvement of global governance, as it serves the common interests of all SCO members. The SCO media and think tanks should promote universal values, jointly disseminate the concept of global governance based on “joint consultation, joint construction and joint use”, make a loud epochal call for unity, cooperation and justice instead of division, confrontation and hegemony, and jointly promote the development of the international order in a more just and rational direction.

In addition, they also expressed the hope that this summit will help SCO media organizations and think tanks form a broad consensus, deepen practical cooperation in such areas as joint reporting, personnel training, academic exchanges and research, promote unity, cooperation, development and upliftment of the region, inject new energy into building a closer community with a shared future for the SCO, and promote the creation of a beautiful home of peace, stability, prosperity and beauty.

The SCO Media and Think Tank Summit is jointly organized by Xinhua, the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and the Henan Provincial People's Government under the leadership of the State Council Information Office. –0–

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1 Dead in US University Shooting, Gunman at Large

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HOUSTON, July 25 (Xinhua) — The gunman who shot and killed one person and wounded another at a dormitory at the University of New Mexico (UNM) in the U.S. city of Albuquerque early Friday is still at large, authorities said.

Police warned that the shooter may still be on campus.

It is currently unclear whether the victims were students at the university.

Following the shooting, UNM said on social media that its main campus was closed “out of an abundance of caution,” urging students to remain indoors.

UNM, which is a state educational institution, has about 22 thousand students. –0–

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SCO Media and Think Tank Summit Highlights Importance of ‘Shanghai Spirit’ in Promoting Exchanges and Cooperation

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ZHENGZHOU, July 25 (Xinhua) — The plenary session of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Media and Think Tank Summit was held in Zhengzhou on Friday, stressing the importance of upholding the "Shanghai Spirit" and bringing together media and academia to promote exchanges and cooperation within the SCO.

The SCO Media and Think Tank Summit is taking place from July 23 to 27 in Zhengzhou, capital of Henan Province (Central China).

The event, the theme of which was “Developing the Shanghai Spirit and Jointly Building a Beautiful Home,” brought together more than 400 representatives from about 200 media outlets, think tanks and government bodies from SCO member states, observer states and dialogue partners, as well as international and regional organizations.

Speaking at the plenary session, Mo Gaoyi, deputy director of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee and director of the State Council Information Office, called on all parties to actively promote the “Shanghai Spirit.”

According to him, in the context of the upcoming SCO summit in Tianjin, the meeting of media representatives and think tanks is of great importance for building a closer community of shared destiny for the SCO.

For his part, Xinhua News Agency Director General Fu Hua expressed his willingness to make full use of the advantages of media and think tanks to work with all parties in line with the SCO's common aspiration to achieve common development.

He noted that by highlighting areas of common interests and concerns, and presenting a panoramic and multidimensional narrative of the vibrant practice of unity and cooperation of SCO member states in the new era, Xinhua aims to contribute its wisdom and strength to the cause of building a closer community with a shared future for the SCO.

Vice President of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CAS) Peng Jinhui and Secretary of the CPC Henan Provincial Committee Liu Ning also spoke at the plenary meeting.

In addition, a congratulatory letter from Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov to the summit participants was read out at the meeting. In his message, the Kyrgyz leader noted that the media and analytical centers play an important role in strengthening trust and reflecting the spirit and culture of the SCO. He expressed confidence that the summit will contribute to the birth of new ideas and initiatives aimed at promoting peace and sustainable development.

The SCO Media and Think Tank Summit is jointly organized by Xinhua, the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and the Henan Provincial People's Government under the leadership of the State Council Information Office.

During the ongoing summit, the “Zhengzhou Consensus of the SCO Media and Think Tank Summit” and think tank reports titled “Jointly Protecting the Treasures of Human Civilization: China’s Concept and Practice of Preserving Cultural Heritage in the New Era” and “Research on Building a Community with a Shared Future for the SCO” were also published. –0–

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Thailand imposes martial law in areas bordering Cambodia – Thai Navy

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BANGKOK, July 25 (Xinhua) — The Thai navy on Friday declared martial law in several areas of the eastern coastal provinces of Chanthaburi and Trat, citing national security concerns along the border with Cambodia.

The Border Defense Command in Chanthaburi and Trat provinces announced the order on Friday evening, which took immediate effect in eight districts in the two provinces.

In a statement, the Thai Navy said the move was necessary to ensure peace and order, protect Thailand's sovereignty and the lives and property of its citizens.

The Thai Navy said the justification for tightening security was past incursions by Cambodian forces into the kingdom. –0–

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Thailand to consider ceasefire 'based on relevant conditions on the ground' – FM

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BANGKOK, July 25 (Xinhua) — Thailand will consider a ceasefire, but it must be based on the conditions on the ground, the Foreign Ministry said on Friday.

The statement from the Foreign Ministry said the Thai government would like to thank Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for his ceasefire proposal, “which Thailand fully agrees with in principle and will consider.”

However, the ministry noted that Cambodian armed forces continued their “indiscriminate attacks” on Thai territory throughout Friday.

“Any ceasefire must be based on the relevant conditions on the ground. Thailand places the highest priority on the safety of civilians, and Cambodia’s actions at this time demonstrate a lack of good faith and continue to put civilians at risk,” the statement said. The Thai government “has an obligation to fully defend its sovereignty and its citizens,” the Thai Foreign Ministry added.

As of 9:00 p.m. Thursday local time, 14 Thai citizens had been killed and 46 injured in clashes near the Thai-Cambodia border, according to Thailand's Ministry of Public Health.

Met Meas Phekdey, deputy governor of Cambodia's Oddar Meanchey Province, told Xinhua by telephone that one villager was killed and five others were injured when Thai shelling hit Cambodian territory on Thursday.

Tensions between Thailand and Cambodia escalated after clashes broke out early Thursday, with each side accusing the other of violating international law. –0–

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Almost 10 thousand containers passed through Georgia via the Middle Corridor in the first half of the year

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Tbilisi, July 25 (Xinhua) — Cargo transit through Georgia's transport corridor continues to grow steadily. According to the country's Economy Ministry, in January-June 2025, the volume of container transportation along the Middle Corridor between China and Europe via Georgia amounted to 9,849 TEU (twenty-foot container equivalent unit), which is 173 percent higher than the same period last year (3,608 TEU).

Significant growth was also recorded on the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway line. In the first six months of 2025, 9,393 containers were transported on this route, which is approximately 59 times more than in the same period of 2024.

The cargo turnover of Georgian sea ports also shows growth. The ports of Batumi and Poti processed 7 million tons of cargo in 6 months, which is 5.9 percent more than a year earlier. The volume of container transshipment reached 375,654 TEU, which is 19.5 percent more than the same period last year.

Air cargo transportation figures are also growing rapidly. In January-June 2025, 16.5 thousand tons of cargo passed through the country's international airports, which is 57.6 percent more than a year earlier /10.5 thousand tons/.

The Ministry of Economy notes that the positive dynamics of cargo flows indicate an increase in Georgia’s role as a transit hub in the region. –0–

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Georgia launches program to restore population of red deer listed in Red Book

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Tbilisi, July 25 (Xinhua) — Georgia has launched a state program to restore the population of red deer (Cervus elaphus maral), a rare species listed in the Red Book, the country's Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture said on Friday.

The programme is being implemented at the initiative of the National Wildlife Agency as part of the National Species Recovery Plan.

As part of the program, a specialized farm for breeding red deer, covering an area of 60 hectares, was opened in the Algeti National Park /Kvemo Kartli region/.

The facility is equipped with modern monitoring systems, including camera traps and collars with satellite communication channels.

The opening ceremony of the farm was attended by the Chairman of the Parliament of Georgia Shalva Papuashvili and the Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture David Songulashvili.

According to D. Songulashvili, the restoration of the red deer population is a “historic step” in the protection of biodiversity.

He stressed that the long-term goal of the project is to form viable and sustainable populations throughout the country. “Our duty is to preserve for future generations the natural wealth that has formed Georgia’s unique ecosystem for centuries,” the minister noted.

As part of the event, seven deer bred in the Tbilisi Zoo were released into the protected area of the Algeti National Park. At the first stage, their number will increase to 15, after which the animals will be gradually released into the wild.

The choice of the Algeti Park is explained by its geographical location in the central part of the Caucasus, as well as favorable natural and ecological conditions. Since the restoration of Georgia's independence, this is the first large-scale project to revive the population of the Caucasian red deer. –0–

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Hong Kong SAR, Vanuatu officials discuss strengthening business and trade exchanges

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HONG KONG, July 25 (Xinhua) — Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) Chief Executive Lee Jiachao met with Vanuatu Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and Economic Management Johnny Koanapo Rasu here on Friday.

Welcoming the visit of J. Koanapo Rasu and his delegation to Hong Kong to participate in trade and economic cooperation activities, Li Jiachao said the SAR invites Vanuatu enterprises to leverage the city's role as a "super-connector" and "super-value-added creator" to explore overseas markets and China's hinterland, and expand trade and business exchanges between the two sides.

Li Jiachao stressed that Hong Kong is currently making full use of its advantage as a link between China's interior and the rest of the world under the policy of "one country, two systems" and actively deepening international exchanges and cooperation.

The SAR chief executive also noted that in addition to strengthening development in traditional markets, Hong Kong will continue to explore emerging markets around the world, such as those in the Belt and Road Initiative countries, and expand trade and economic ties with countries in the Global South, including Vanuatu. –0–

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Member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee met with the Spanish delegation

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BEIJING, July 25 (Xinhua) — Yin Li, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, met with a delegation led by Catalan regional government head Salvador Illa in Beijing on Friday.

Yin Li, also secretary of the CPC Beijing Municipal Committee, recalled that this year marks the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Spain.

According to him, China is willing to work with Spain to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, deepen inter-party exchanges and inter-regional cooperation, promote the continuous deepening and practical implementation of cooperation in various fields, and promote the development of China-Spain and China-EU relations.

S. Ilya, for his part, stated that Spain is ready to expand exchanges and dialogue with China, deepen cooperation in such areas as inter-party relations, inter-regional contacts, economics and trade, culture, science and technology, in order to bring more benefits to the peoples of both countries. –0–

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China Promotes Preservation of World Cultural Heritage Through Cooperation: Think Tank Report

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ZHENGZHOU, July 25 (Xinhua) — China is playing an increasingly active role in preserving world cultural heritage, promoting cooperation among civilizations, according to a report released Friday by the Xinhua Institute, a think tank affiliated with the Xinhua News Agency.

The report, entitled “Jointly Protecting the Treasures of Human Civilization: China’s Concept and Practice of Cultural Heritage Preservation in the New Era,” provides a detailed explanation of China’s efforts to protect and transmit cultural heritage.

As a key area, the authors highlight China's efforts to build cross-border partnerships and promote global heritage conservation activities, including projects to assist countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative, such as Cambodia, Nepal, Myanmar and Uzbekistan.

According to the report, China has also launched a number of regional cooperation initiatives, including the Asian Cultural Heritage Preservation Initiative and the Asian Alliance for Cultural Heritage Preservation, which have received positive feedback and brought together the joint efforts of all parties in the Asian region.

In addition, the document notes that China has built a global community for the protection of cultural heritage through cooperation in implementing relevant conventions, sharing technologies, training talented professionals, responding to challenges, and mutually beneficial development. –0–

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