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Beijing, September 23 (Xinhua) — The National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays in China will last from October 1 to 8 this year. Amid China's trial visa-free regime for Russian citizens with ordinary passports, the total number of flight bookings from Russia to China during the eight-day holiday exceeded 28,000, with the average daily number of flight bookings on this route increasing by approximately 33 percent compared to the same period last year, the Beijing Youth Daily reported.

According to the publication, citing data from Umetrip, the official mobile platform for real-time flight information, as of September 17, the number of domestic flight bookings in China for the upcoming holidays exceeded 5.93 million. Meanwhile, the number of international airline tickets arriving in China from abroad exceeded 740,000, and the average daily number of bookings for such flights increased by approximately 16 percent year-on-year.

As a reminder, China has introduced a trial visa-free regime for Russian citizens holding regular passports from September 15, 2025 to September 14, 2026.

Russian citizens holding valid regular passports can visit China visa-free for business, tourism, visiting relatives and friends, exchanging visits, and transit purposes, provided their stay in China does not exceed 30 days, according to a statement from the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Moreover, according to data from the Beijing Administration of Culture and Tourism, the number of international tourists visiting Beijing in August of this year totaled 446,000, an increase of more than 30 percent year-on-year. The main source countries for this tourist flow were Russia, the United States, Malaysia, Singapore, the Republic of Korea, Mongolia, Japan, and Vietnam.

The inbound tourism market is steadily improving thanks to measures to simplify tourist visa procedures and stimulate consumption. From the beginning of 2025 to the end of July, the influx of foreign tourists entering the Chinese capital reached 2.916 million person-times, an increase of 46.2 percent year-on-year, and the total amount spent by tourists during their stay in Beijing amounted to $3.78 billion, an increase of 49.6 percent year-on-year.

As of August 25, 2025, China has introduced a unilateral visa-free regime for 47 countries, as well as 240-hour visa-free transit for citizens of 55 countries. -0-

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BEIJING, Sept. 23 (Xinhua) — Trucks loaded with a tower crane will soon arrive in Kazakhstan, marking the start of Shanxi Engineering Machinery Ltd Co.'s exports to Central Asian markets, the Taiyuan Daily reported.

Shanxi Engineering Machinery Ltd Co. is the largest manufacturer of cranes and other lifting equipment in Shanxi Province, northern China. Its workshops house 11 intelligent production lines and over 150 industrial robots. The company's share of key CNC (computer numerical control) equipment has reached 100 percent.

The Jinnta tower crane, built for a Kazakhstani partner, occupies a leading position in the country in terms of its operating parameters and technical specifications and has reached advanced global standards, according to the company's website.

The device, which is equipped with advanced electronic control system and safety monitoring system, has such advantages as reliability, safe operation, low noise level, long service life, etc. -0-

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Beijing, September 23 (Xinhua) — Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture in Northeast China's Jilin Province has long been a popular tourist destination for tourists from the Russian Far East. Over the past two years, the number of tourist destinations for Russian travelers has gradually expanded from Hunchun and Yanji to Longjing, Dunhua, and other Chinese cities. Recently, thanks to the introduction of a trial visa-free regime for Russian visitors, cross-border youth tourism in Yanbian has gained momentum, the Yanbian Chenbao (Yanbian Morning News) newspaper reported on Monday.

As a reminder, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun announced at a regular press conference on September 2 that China would introduce a trial visa-free regime for Russian citizens holding ordinary passports from September 15, 2025, to September 14, 2026.

Russian citizens holding valid ordinary passports will be able to visit China visa-free for business, tourism, visiting relatives and friends, exchanging visits, and transit. However, their stay in the country cannot exceed 30 days.

The Liudingshan Cultural and Tourism Zone in Dunhua attracts large numbers of Russian tourists with its natural landscape and cultural heritage. The zone's administration continues to improve its services, including currency exchange, multilingual signage, and welcoming tour groups. From January to August 2025, the number of Russian tourists visiting the zone increased by 42% compared to the same period last year.

"Since the introduction of the visa-free regime, the number of Russian tourists has increased significantly. We will continue to improve the level and detail of our services to promote the internationalization of Dunhua's tourism market," said Yuan Hong, head of the Liudingshan Municipal Publicity Department.

According to Li Yan, head of the Yanji West Market, many Russian tourists, mostly young couples and families with children, come here every day to shop. Popular items include clothing, traditional Korean jewelry, and local delicacies such as baked fish slices.

"After China introduced a trial visa-free regime, the number of Russian tourists in the Western market increased by more than 20 percent compared to the same period, and they visit every day. We optimized our services in advance and created a multilingual logo for Russian tourists. Now, using translation software, we can ensure seamless communication, making Russian tourists' travel in Yanji more comfortable," Li Yan added.

Since the introduction of the visa-free regime, there has been a significant increase in the number of young Russian tourists seeking advice, and more and more Russians are signing up for trips to Yanbian, said Zhang Guangqiang, general director of a local travel agency.

He predicts that passenger traffic will increase significantly when autumn holidays begin in Russia at the end of October. As part of the China-Russia Years of Culture, the travel agency will focus on launching a number of cultural exchange products based on permanent tour groups and will organize Sino-Russian study tours for tourists from both countries. Furthermore, the travel agency also plans to resume the car-based tourism project to Jilin for Russian tourists.

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Ramallah, September 23 (Xinhua) — Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Sunday reiterated his condemnation of Israeli crimes and the October 7 Hamas attack on southern Israel. He resolutely stated that the State of Palestine is the only legitimate entity entitled to assume full control over post-war Gaza.

Speaking via video link at the High-Level International Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Palestinian Question and the Realization of the "Two-State Solution" Principle, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia in New York, M. Abbas called for a permanent ceasefire, guaranteed delivery of humanitarian aid through the UN and the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), the release of hostages and prisoners, the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza, and the beginning of reconstruction in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank.

The president said Hamas would have no role in governance, calling on the group, along with other militias, to hand over their weapons to the Palestinian National Authority.

M. Abbas expressed gratitude to the countries that have recognized the State of Palestine and urged all others to do so. He also called for support for Palestine's full membership in the UN.

The politician promised to hold presidential and parliamentary elections within a year of the war's end to ensure a transition to democracy. He also emphasized his support for drafting an interim constitution within three months to ensure the transition to full statehood.

M. Abbas called on Israel to return to the negotiating table “to stop the bloodshed and achieve a just and comprehensive peace.”

Last week, the UN General Assembly voted to allow M. Abbas to deliver a video message at the annual meeting of world leaders in New York after the United States announced it would not issue him a visa for the visit.

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From September 8 to 16, the State Council Information Office of the People's Republic of China held a "Seminar for Media Executives of Belt and Road Initiative Countries" in Xinjiang. Twenty-four media representatives from 19 countries, including Russia, Sweden, and Australia, visited Urumqi, Kashgar, and Ili to learn about Xinjiang's socioeconomic development through site visits and seminars.

Media representatives unanimously noted the rapid development of industry in Xinjiang, the impressive level of agricultural technology and automation, as well as the effective provision of basic needs of the population, such as employment and education.

During the visit, the delegation visited factories, agricultural bases, and textile factories to gain an overview of the current state of affairs. At companies such as the Xinjiang Branch of GAC Motor and Saurer Xinjiang Intelligent Machinery Co., Ltd. in Urumqi, the media witnessed rapid development and a high level of industrial automation. Wolfgang Müller, China correspondent for the German magazine Sozialismus, noted, "Chinese cars can already compete with German ones in quality, design, and engine performance, while offering a more competitive price."

After visiting a rice-growing base in Kashgar, Nsongo, a well-known columnist and political observer from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, said that rice is also grown in his country, but for now by hand, on a small scale, and with low yields. He expressed hope for expanded technical cooperation between the two countries in this area: "In terms of agricultural cooperation, China is unrivaled."

Improving living standards is the primary development goal of Xinjiang. In recent years, Xinjiang has continued to increase social investment, implementing comprehensive projects in employment, education, and healthcare to ensure that development benefits extend to all ethnic groups.

At the height of the tourist season in the ancient city of Kashgar, media representatives arrived early in the morning for the opening ceremony of the city's gates. In 2010, the government invested over 7 billion yuan in the Kashgar reconstruction project, which completed the renovation of dilapidated housing for 49,000 families over five years. Today, thanks to the city's unique traditional architecture, as well as its developed infrastructure and services, local residents have found stable employment in the tourism industry. Shalametguli Kari, a resident of the ancient city and owner of two shops under the "Guli House" brand, is one example of this success.

Canadian blogger Jamal Al-Sharif filmed a traditional dance performance at the Guli House. He noted, "The ancient city of Kashgar is a shining example of a balanced approach to modern development and heritage preservation. Cultural heritage is important, but new development methods must be implemented to enhance people's well-being, create new opportunities, improve quality of life, and ensure a prosperous future."

The development of education in Xinjiang also captured the attention of the seminar participants. During a visit to Kindergarten No. 14 in Nazarbagh Village in Kashgar, media representatives noted the modern educational equipment in each classroom and the enthusiastic children engaged in a variety of activities. "I see that the children are healthy and full of energy," said Per Markus Andersson, CEO and editor-in-chief of the Nordic Times, touched by their smiles. "Free education, healthy food, a variety of entertainment options, and the ability for parents to choose the type of education based on their circumstances—all of this is very important."

During the visit, six seminars were organized with the participation of experts on the history, religion and culture of Xinjiang.

Bergman, editor-in-chief of the Australian publications Asia Pacific Defence Reporter and Asian Defence Review, showed great interest in the region, meticulously documenting every detail. He admitted, "It's completely different from what I expected. We saw examples of local crafts and dances, especially at the Xinjiang Museum, where there's a deep respect for history and culture." He also plans to write an article and record a podcast for an Australian audience.

Danish scholar Niels Hahn, who regularly studies cases of US foreign interference, noted that stories about "forced labor" and "genocide" being hyped by Western media are part of an information war. "Come to Xinjiang," he urged. "It's the best way to learn the truth."

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In recent years, Wuxi City in Jiangsu Province has been actively developing an open economy, accelerating its integration into a new development model. Over 13,000 enterprises are engaged in import and export operations, maintaining foreign trade volume at $100 billion over four years. From January to August 2025, foreign trade volume reached RMB 535.34 billion (an increase of 7.2%), setting a new historical record.

The Wuxi Comprehensive Customs Inspection Zone is home to over 70 enterprises, including four Fortune Global 500 companies. The Xishan District is implementing the coordinated development of "industrial clusters of specialized industrial parks." In 2025, 167 industrial enterprises meeting established criteria were included in the electric vehicle cluster. In the Binhu District, foreign trade volume from January to July 2025 amounted to 18.4 billion yuan (an increase of 10.3%).

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Moscow, September 23 (Xinhua) — The night of September 23 in Moscow was record-breaking warm, breaking the 1953 record. This was reported on Tuesday by RIA Novosti, citing Yevgeny Tishkovets, a leading specialist at the Phobos weather center.

"The nighttime minimum temperature record for September 23 in Moscow has been broken. It had stood since 1953, when the thermometer showed 12.9 degrees Celsius at dusk," the weather forecaster wrote on his Telegram channel.

According to him, the minimum temperature at the VDNKh weather station in Moscow last night was 16.6 degrees Celsius. In central Moscow, it was 18 degrees Celsius. This is 10 degrees above the climate norm and even warmer than midsummer nighttime temperatures.

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Barcelona, Spain, September 23, Xinhua — Europe has recorded 181,000 heat-related deaths over the past three summers, according to a new study published Monday in the journal Nature Medicine by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal).

The report warns that climate change is causing a sharp increase in deadly heat waves across the continent. In the summer of 2024 alone, which was the hottest on record, 62,775 heat-related deaths were recorded between June and September. Italy was hit hardest, with 19,038 deaths, followed by Spain with 6,743 deaths and Germany with 6,282 deaths.

After analyzing data from 654 regions in 32 European countries, researchers found that Greece had the highest heat-related mortality rate in 2024—574 deaths per million people. It was followed by Bulgaria with 530 deaths and Serbia with 379 deaths. A total of 15 countries recorded their highest heat-related mortality rates on record.

"Due to climate change, Europe is warming faster than any other continent—twice as fast as the global average. The Mediterranean and southeastern regions have been hit hardest, with significant health impacts and rising heat-related mortality rates," said Natalia Shartova, a research fellow at ISGlobal.

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BEIJING, Sept. 23 (Xinhua) — China's financial sector has made significant progress during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), with total assets of China's banking industry approaching 470 trillion yuan (66.2 trillion U.S. dollars) as of the end of June this year, ranking first in the world.

China has led the world in foreign exchange reserves for 20 consecutive years and ranks second in the world in terms of stock and bond markets, People's Bank of China (PBOC) Governor Pan Gongsheng said on Monday at a press conference on the country's financial progress during the 14th Five-Year Plan period.

According to Pan Gongsheng, China is a global leader in green, inclusive, and digital finance. China has developed a multi-channel, widely accessible, secure, and efficient network for cross-border payments and renminbi settlements, and its mobile payments are among the world's leaders.

The quality and efficiency of financial services supporting the real economy have improved significantly. During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the average annual growth in loans issued to small and medium-sized science and technology enterprises in China exceeded 20 percent, reported Pan Gongsheng.

The financial sector has become more resilient, said Li Yunze, head of China's National Financial Supervision Administration, noting that the combined assets of China's banking and insurance industries now exceed 500 trillion yuan, having grown by an average of 9 percent per year over the past five years, strengthening the country's position as the world's largest credit market and second-largest insurance market.

Li Yunze added that among the world's 1,000 largest banks, 143 are Chinese, and six out of the top ten positions are occupied by Chinese institutions.

Financial services have reached a new level. Over the past five years, China's banking and insurance sectors have provided 170 trillion yuan in new funds to the real economy through various means, including loans, bonds, and equity, said Li Yunze.

Regarding the stock market, China Securities Regulatory Commission head Wu Qing said at a press conference that technology companies are now taking up an increasing share of the stock exchange's A-shares as China strengthens capital market support for scientific and technological innovation.

According to Wu Qing, significant progress has been made thanks to investment reforms, and by the end of August this year, medium- and long-term funds had A-shares outstanding with a total market value of 21.4 trillion yuan, up 32 percent from the end of 2020.

Regarding the foreign exchange market, Zhu Hexin, vice governor of the People's Bank of China and head of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange, said at a press conference that China's foreign exchange reserves have consistently exceeded US$3 trillion since the start of the 14th Five-Year Plan.

Cross-border bilateral investment and financing remain active, and as of the end of July, overseas institutions and individuals held more than 10 trillion yuan in domestic stocks, bonds, deposits and loans, Zhu Hexin said, adding that cross-border receipts and payments in 2024 will reach 14 trillion US dollars, up 64 percent from 2020. -0-

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Hami, located in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, is famous for its sweet melons. Today, the annual "Hami Melon Festival" in Hami has become a true sweet feast. Interestingly, the ancient city of Khiva in Uzbekistan also hosts a "Melon Festival." These two festivals have become a sweet symbol of friendship, strengthening the bonds between the peoples of China and Central Asia.

The cultivation and distribution of Hami melon were closely linked to the ancient Silk Road. Today, Hami melon has become a key economic pillar for the city of Hami.

International cooperation is also an important factor contributing to the continuous breeding progress of Hami melon.

Zhang Yongbing, a researcher at the Hami Melon Research Center of the Xinjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, has long been involved in research and promotion of Hami melon breeding technologies. He said, "We are working with Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and other neighboring countries to exchange melon genetic resources to promote the genetic improvement and renewal of Chinese and foreign melon varieties, increasing the contribution of new varieties to the development of the industry." Zhang Yongbing also noted that melon varieties bred in China, such as "Golden Dragon" and "Golden Phoenix," are already being tested in Central Asian countries.

In June of this year, journalists from 10 countries, including Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Pakistan, visited the city of Hami to jointly report on smart agriculture and rural revitalization.

"Both the Chinese Hami Melon Festival and similar festivals in Central Asian countries are dedicated to the sweet fruit, celebrating the harvest, and sharing joy. It's a vivid manifestation of the cultural affinity between China and its neighboring countries," says Wang Lin, an official with the Yizhou District Committee in Hami City.

In his view, historical trade and cultural exchange created similar traditions. Today, thanks to the joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiative, these festivals are becoming a "sweet link" strengthening mutual understanding between people.

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