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Beijing, September 17 (Xinhua) — A China-Russia exhibition dedicated to improving scientific literacy in both countries was held on Tuesday in Heihe, Heilongjiang Province, China's Heilongjiang Daily newspaper reported.

The event was organized by the Heilongjiang Provincial Science and Technology Association and the Heihe City Party Committee and Government. It brought together over 160 people, including scientists and specialists from China and Russia in the fields of education, agriculture, and scientific popularization, as well as officials from science and technology associations across China.

During the exhibition, the Heihe Institute signed a cooperation agreement with Amur State University, under which the parties will engage in long-term collaboration in areas such as the exchange of specialists in popularizing scientific knowledge at universities and the deep integration of scientific education resources. Furthermore, the Heihe Branch of the Heilongjiang Provincial Academy of Agricultural Sciences and the All-Russian Soybean Research Institute agreed to collaborate on the joint development of agricultural technologies for cold climate regions.

At the event, Chinese and Russian scientists and experts engaged in an in-depth exchange of views on improving public scientific literacy and promoting regional sustainable development, focusing on black soil conservation, agroecology, and other areas. The new concepts and experiences discussed at the salon will provide new opportunities to promote public scientific literacy in both countries and share resources in the popularization of scientific knowledge.

The opening ceremony also included an awards ceremony for the winners of the Special Competition for Chinese-Russian Scientific and Technological Innovations as part of the 7th International Competition on Artificial Intelligence for Youth. Eight teams from universities in China and Russia emerged victorious.

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BEIJING, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) — The two-day trade and economic talks between China and the United States that concluded in Madrid on Monday once again demonstrated that rational dialogue serves the interests of both sides.

During the talks, the Chinese and US delegations held frank, in-depth, and constructive discussions and reached a basic framework consensus on resolving TikTok-related issues through cooperation, reducing investment barriers, and promoting relevant trade and economic cooperation.

China's position on TikTok is clear and consistent. The country opposes the politicization, instrumentalization, and weaponization of technological, trade, and economic issues.

During the Madrid talks, the Chinese side reaffirmed that China will never seek to reach any agreement at the expense of principles, the interests of companies, or international fairness and justice. China will firmly protect national interests and the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises and issue technology export permits in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Chinese government fully respects the will of Chinese companies and supports them in conducting equal business negotiations in accordance with market principles.

Sino-American trade and economic negotiations must never deviate from the fundamental principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation. China reached a consensus on this with the United States, as China concluded in its assessment that this serves the interests of both sides.

While the negotiations were achieved, they were hard-won, and their foundation remains fragile. Despite a series of trade and economic consultations between the two countries, the United States continued to expand sanctions against Chinese companies. The American side cannot, on the one hand, demand that China take its concerns into account while, on the other, continuing to pressure Chinese companies. Such contradictory actions only seriously undermine the atmosphere of cooperation and negate the hard-won results of the negotiations.

The essence of trade and economic relations between China and the United States is mutual benefit and win-win outcomes. Both countries gain from cooperation and lose from confrontation.

It is hoped that the US will take the basic framework consensus reached during the Madrid talks as a new starting point, move in the same direction with China, demonstrate sincerity through concrete actions, lift restrictions on China as soon as possible, stop putting pressure on Chinese enterprises, and work together to preserve the hard-won results of the consultations.

Looking ahead, Washington should work with Beijing to make full use of the mechanism of bilateral trade and economic consultations, continue to expand common ground while resolving differences, and return China-US trade and economic relations to the path of healthy, stable, and sustainable development.

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BEIJING, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) — China's centrally-governed state-owned enterprises (SOEs) saw steady growth in assets and profits during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), the State-Owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council reported on Wednesday.

Zhang Yuzhuo, chairman of the aforementioned committee, said at a press conference that during the reporting period, the total assets of the GPCs grew from less than 70 trillion yuan (about 9.86 trillion US dollars) to more than 90 trillion yuan, and their total profits increased from 1.9 trillion to 2.6 trillion yuan, achieving an average annual growth rate of 7.3 percent and 8.3 percent, respectively.

"After years of dedicated efforts, centrally-controlled SOEs have made significant progress in innovation capacity," Zhang Yuzhuo noted, emphasizing that the centrally-controlled SOEs' R&D expenditure has exceeded 1 trillion yuan for three consecutive years.

In addition, during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the State Customs and Enterprises (GCPs) contributed a total of more than 10 trillion yuan in taxes and fees, Zhang Yuzhuo added. -0-

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BEIJING, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) — During the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), China's countryside became more vibrant and prosperous, with grain production hitting a new record, agricultural modernization making progress, and rural communities becoming more livable.

Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, China's Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs Han Jun said the country's grain production exceeded 700 million tons for the first time last year, an increase of 37 million tons compared to 2020.

According to official data, this growth in grain production was made possible by improved agricultural infrastructure and the development of agricultural technologies.

In particular, China has created over 1 billion mu (66.7 million hectares) of high-quality farmland. Furthermore, technological progress has become a key factor in increasing grain yields, contributing 63.2 percent to the growth in grain production.

Zhang Xingwang, Vice Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of China, noted China's robust agricultural innovation network, which includes over 800 institutes and employs over 120,000 researchers. Additionally, approximately 400,000 grassroots technicians currently work year-round, providing new technologies directly to farmers.

The large-scale grain harvest in northern China will be in full swing in less than 20 days. According to Han Jun, the autumn grain harvest is in a favorable state, which, combined with stable summer grain production, creates strong conditions for a bumper harvest this year.

To ensure food security, China has also significantly increased domestic production capacity for critical crops such as soybeans and oilseeds. Last year, soybean production reached 20.65 million tonnes, increasing self-sufficiency by 4 percentage points compared to 2020. Oilseed production in 2024 increased to nearly 39.79 million tonnes, increasing self-sufficiency in edible vegetable oil by almost 5 percentage points.

MODERNIZATION IN THE FIELD

As reported at the press conference, rural industries flourished during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, contributing to China's efforts to modernize agriculture.

Large agricultural processing enterprises are estimated to have earned 18 trillion yuan (approximately $2.53 trillion) last year. Since 2021, 210 specialized industrial clusters have been established across the country, while e-commerce, rural tourism, and agritourism have experienced a boom during this period. Agritourism alone is expected to generate approximately 900 billion yuan in operating revenue nationwide in 2024.

Livestock and aquaculture also expanded during this period. Total meat, egg, and dairy production reached 175 million tonnes, an 18.8 percent increase over 2020. Annual per capita consumption of meat and eggs rose to 72 kg and 25 kg, respectively, exceeding the global average.

Aquaculture production in 2024 amounted to 73.58 million tonnes, an increase of 12.3% compared to 2020, allowing China to maintain its position as the world's leading aquaculture product producer for 36 consecutive years.

Zhang Xingwang also noted that agricultural practices are becoming more environmentally friendly. Water use for the country's agricultural sector has decreased by an average of 3.6 billion cubic meters per year, while fertilizer use has decreased by 5 percent, and pesticide use has declined by 1.5 percent compared to 2020 levels.

A MORE LIVABLE RURAL AREA

According to the report, living conditions in rural areas became noticeably more comfortable and interconnected between 2021 and 2025. Water, electricity, road, gas, and digital service infrastructure improved throughout rural areas.

China's rural highway network now exceeds 4.64 million kilometers, and tap water coverage in rural areas has reached 94 percent. Over 90 percent of administrative villages have access to a 5G network, while parcel delivery networks in rural areas are expanding, allowing residents to send and receive parcels close to home.

Public services in rural China have also advanced. More than 140,000 mutual-aid elderly care facilities and 16,000 rural nursing homes have been established.

The average disposable income of rural residents rose to 23,119 yuan last year, while the urban-rural income ratio narrowed to 2.34:1 from 2.56:1 in 2020. "There is a clear trend of narrowing the gap," Han Jun said.

Looking ahead to the next five years, Han Jun confidently stated that the foundation for agricultural and rural development will be even more solid and the prospects even brighter, along with new progress in promoting comprehensive rural revitalization and building up China's strength in agriculture. -0-

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On September 14, a rescued dolphin named "Wanwan", which had previously been stranded in Wanning, Hainan Province, was successfully returned to the sea.

According to available information, on June 18, the Wanwan accidentally ran aground near the Shenzhou Peninsula in Wanning. After nearly three months of treatment and rehabilitation, it regained its health. After consultation with experts, the Wanwan was transported to a suitable marine area in Wanning and successfully returned to its natural habitat.

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QUITO, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) — Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa declared a 60-day state of emergency in seven provinces on Tuesday, citing "serious internal unrest" after transport unions went on strike over rising diesel prices.

Earlier on Friday, Noboa moved to end diesel subsidies, triggering Monday's strike. He said the state of emergency was in response to police and emergency services reporting "serious internal unrest" as protests and road closures "gain momentum and are disrupting public order."

According to the decree, the introduction of a state of emergency “does not imply any restrictions on the right to demonstrate, provided that they are peaceful and do not affect the rights, freedoms and guarantees of other citizens.”

The decree also authorizes the armed forces and the national police to take the necessary measures to maintain order, prevent violence and protect citizens, as well as to ensure freedom of movement and economic activity. –0–

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MINSK, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) — All assigned tasks have been completed during the joint strategic exercise of the armed forces of Belarus and Russia "Zapad-2025," Chief of the General Staff – First Deputy Defense Minister of Belarus Pavel Muraveiko said on Tuesday. The corresponding information was published by the press service of the Defense Ministry of Belarus on the same day.

He reported that the Zapad-2025 exercise provided a lot of material for reflection on the nature of modern military operations, the order of their conduct and the improvement of troop training for current events and the peculiarities of modern warfare.

"We have worked through all the tasks that we set for ourselves. Among the significant events, I can note the planning and consideration of the use of non-strategic nuclear weapons, the assessment and deployment of the Oreshnik mobile missile system. We have used unmanned aerial vehicles in various versions," noted P. Muraveiko and added that Russian colleagues also shared their combat experience with Belarusian units.

According to him, the actions of each formation, unit and military unit still need to be analyzed in detail. “But we can already say that we have received good tactical, operational and field training of troops. In particular, we have learned to fight drones, regardless of their type. At the same time, our air defense forces worked well and shot down all the air targets that they were assigned to hit,” noted P. Muraveiko.

He noted that during the exercise, actions were studied during the assault on populated areas, clearing areas captured by illegal armed groups and sabotage and reconnaissance groups. In addition, electronic warfare equipment was actively used. –0–

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GUANGZHOU, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) — China on Tuesday started construction of an ultra-high-voltage (UHV) transmission line that will carry green electricity from southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region (SAR) to the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area in south China.

The total investment in the construction of the 800 kV UHVDC power transmission line is estimated at 53.2 billion yuan (approximately 7.5 billion US dollars). The line starts in Chamdo SAR and ends in Shenzhen in Guangdong Province, said Dong Yanle, deputy general manager of the engineering and construction department of China Southern Power Grid.

The approximately 2,681-km project crosses four provincial-level administrative divisions, including Yunnan Province in southwest China and Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in south China. It is China's first UHVDC, crossing the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau and the mountainous and hilly terrain of southern China.

Once operational in 2029, the 10GW rated capacity line will annually supply more than 43 billion kWh of electricity from the clean energy base in southeast Xizang to the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

According to Dong Yanle, the line will transmit only electricity generated by green energy sources. The electricity supplied by this UHVDC will be equivalent to saving about 12 million tons of standard fuel per year, while reducing annual carbon dioxide emissions by 33 million tons. “This will make economic development greener and cleaner,” he emphasized.

"The project aims to solve global problems such as large-scale clean power transmission, the application of flexible direct current technology to ultra-high-altitude conditions, and construction and operation under extremely complex natural conditions," said Zhao Hong, chief scientist of China Southern Power Grid.

Almost 90 percent of UHVDC will be located in mountainous terrain. Its builders will have to solve complex problems and overcome risks such as permafrost, geological disasters, environmental protection requirements and operation in uninhabited regions. Other challenges include research and development of new technologies and equipment for direct current transmission suitable for areas located at an altitude of more than 4,300 meters above sea level.

In recent years, China has invested heavily in building ultra-high-voltage transmission lines to transport electricity from the country's resource-rich western regions to the country's economically developed eastern regions, as well as to increase consumption of clean energy sources and stimulate green growth.

Xizang, one of China's key energy bases, is rich in clean energy sources such as wind, solar and hydropower. Several ultra-high-voltage transmission lines have already been built to transmit excess electricity to different parts of the country.

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, one of China's most economically dynamic regions, is also a leader in green and high-quality economic growth.

In 2024, the Greater Bay Area's green power trading volume increased 12-fold year-on-year to reach 49.1 billion kWh, accounting for 39 percent of China's total. -0-

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JINAN, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) — A symposium on China's modernization and human rights protection was held in Jinan, capital of east China's Shandong Province, on Tuesday, gathering nearly 100 experts and scholars to discuss theoretical innovations and practical experiences on human rights in China's modernization process.

Lu Guangjin, deputy head of the China Society for Human Rights Studies and professor at Jilin University, said that China's modernization has created a new form of human rights civilization.

Chang Jian, director of the Human Rights Studies Center at Nankai University, noted that people's democracy has realized the combination of the people's will with the leadership of the CPC, direct democracy with indirect democracy in the whole process, and covers all processes including democratic elections, consultation, decision-making, management and supervision.

Professor Luo Yanhua of the Institute of International Relations at Peking University emphasized that Chinese modernization adheres to a human-oriented approach and sets as its main goal modernization and free, comprehensive development of the individual.

According to her, China's modernization upholds the principles of promoting human rights through development, win-win cooperation, and building a community with a shared future for mankind, bringing Chinese wisdom and solutions to global human rights governance.

The symposium was organized by the China Society for Human Rights Studies, the Human Rights Studies Center and the Law School of Shandong University. -0-

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BUDAPEST, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) — Hungarian National Assembly Vice Speaker Istvan Jakab said here on Tuesday that Hungarian-Chinese cooperation has reached a historical high, demonstrating harmonious, effective and mutually beneficial ties between the East and the West.

He said this while speaking at a reception to mark the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China and the 76th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Hungary, organized by the Chinese Embassy in Hungary.

China has become Hungary's most important trading partner outside Europe, said I. Jakab. In 2024, Chinese enterprises became the largest source of foreign investment in the country. He stressed that the influx of Chinese capital has given Hungary a unique position in Europe as China's largest investment destination on the continent.

The Vice Speaker noted that bilateral friendship is not only an economic partnership, but also a cultural exchange and sincere dialogue between peoples, which provides a solid foundation for the stable development of political and economic relations.

Chinese Ambassador to Hungary Gong Tao briefed the guests on China's latest development achievements and the progress of bilateral cooperation in various fields. He stressed that the two countries enjoy deep political trust and maintain close contacts on international and regional issues. –0–

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