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Beijing, February 25 (Xinhua) — This year marks the beginning of China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030), and new opportunities for development in trade and economic cooperation between China and Germany will emerge in the next five years, Chinese State Council Premier Li Qiang announced on Wednesday.

During talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Beijing, Li Qiang indicated that China is willing to work with Germany to fully utilize the dialogue mechanism of intergovernmental consultations, strengthen the alignment of development strategies, communication and coordination on political issues, and expand and improve trade relations between the two countries.

The head of the Chinese government called on the parties to intensify traditional cooperation in sectors such as the automobile and chemical industries, and expand cooperation in emerging sectors, including artificial intelligence and biopharmaceuticals, to cultivate more new areas of economic growth.

China intends to increase imports of high-quality products from Germany and encourage and support investment by Chinese enterprises in Germany, the Premier noted, expressing hope that the German side will provide them with a fair, stable, and predictable business environment.

Following the negotiations, the parties jointly attended the signing of a package of documents on bilateral cooperation in areas such as green transition, customs, sports and media. –0–

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BEIJING, February 25 (Xinhua) — The 21st session of the Standing Committee of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) of China opened in Beijing on Wednesday. A number of bills and reports will be considered during the session.

The first plenary session was chaired by Chairman of the NPC Standing Committee Zhao Leji.

Legislators reviewed amendments to the draft law on social assistance, the draft law on the personnel of the state fire and rescue service, and the draft amendments to the law on certified accountants.

In addition, the deputies reviewed the draft report on the work of the NPC Standing Committee, as well as the draft agenda, the draft list of members of the presidium and the head of the secretariat, and the draft list of delegates with the right to an advisory vote for the 4th session of the 14th NPC.

Legislators also heard a report on the powers of some NPC deputies and draft decisions on personnel issues. –0–

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Beijing, February 25 (Xinhua) — Chinese-German cooperation is the only optimal solution to address risks, and development is the only option to ensure the security of both sides, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Wednesday.

Li Qiang made the statement at a meeting of the China-Germany Economic Consultative Council, which he attended together with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who arrived on a visit to China.

"The more serious the situation becomes, the more actively China and Germany must strengthen cooperation," the head of the Chinese government emphasized.

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Moscow, February 25 (Xinhua) — Russian Railways (RZD) has opened online ticket sales for the Zabaikalsk-Manzhouli passenger train and direct trains from Irkutsk and Chita to China. This was reported by RIA Novosti on Wednesday.

The Zabaikalsk-Manchuria train will resume service on March 8 after a hiatus in 2020, when rail service was suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With its launch, direct trains will also be offered from Irkutsk and Chita on March 6 and March 7, respectively. Tickets will be sold at the ticket office and online.

Tickets for the first flight to Manchuria from Irkutsk start at 29,953 rubles, from Chita at 15,280 rubles, and from Zabaikalsk at 674 rubles. Ticket sales began in mid-February.

Rail passenger service between Russia and China resumed in mid-December 2024 after a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, when the Chinese train Suifenhe-Grodekovo began operating. Following the abolition of visas between the two countries, this train has seen an average monthly passenger increase of 95%.

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BEIJING, Feb. 25 (Xinhua) — The more turbulent and complex the global situation becomes, the more important it is for China and Germany to strengthen strategic communication, enhance strategic mutual trust, and promote the continuous further development of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries.

Xi Jinping made the statement on Wednesday in Beijing during a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who is in China on an official visit.

According to him, the international situation is currently undergoing the most profound changes since the end of World War II.

Xi Jinping put forward three proposals for the further development of Chinese-German relations, including that the countries should be reliable partners that support each other, partners in innovation that are open and mutually beneficial, and partners in the cultural and humanitarian sphere that build relations on mutual understanding and friendship.

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BEIJING, Feb. 25 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday outlined China's principled position on the Ukrainian crisis, saying that finding solutions through dialogue and negotiations is key to resolving the Ukrainian crisis.

Xi Jinping made this statement during a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who is in China on an official visit.

Xi Jinping stressed the need to ensure equal participation of all parties to build a solid foundation for peace, take into account the rational concerns of all parties to strengthen the will for peace and achieve universal security, and form a lasting peace architecture. -0-

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BEIJING, Feb. 25 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping said Wednesday that China and Germany should uphold the central role of the United Nations (UN) and strengthen its leading role, and take the lead in upholding multilateralism, implementing international law, advocating free trade, and promoting solidarity and coordination.

Xi Jinping made the statement during a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who is in China on an official visit. -0-

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HUANYANDAO, SOUTH CHINA SEA, Feb. 25 (Xinhua) — The China Coast Guard (CCG) on Saturday expelled Philippine vessels that illegally intruded into Chinese territorial waters near Huangyan Dao Island in the South China Sea.

Around midday on February 21, several Philippine vessels formed a group and illegally entered waters near Huangyan Dao Island. The Philippine vessels photographed the Chinese vessels and made dangerous maneuvers, crossing the path of the BOC patrol vessels. Patrol vessel 4409 of the Philippine Marine Police was also spotted maneuvering in the distance.

After repeated verbal warnings from the Chinese side were ignored, the BOC ships took regulatory control measures in accordance with the law, including the preventive use of water cannons and control of navigation routes, and eventually expelled the Philippine vessels.

According to the BOK duty unit in the patrol area, throughout the operation, BOK officers acted with restraint and prudence, and all measures were fully compliant with international law.

As the BOC noted, despite unfavorable weather conditions and frequent incidents in the waters of Huangyan Dao in recent days, the Philippine side has concentrated a large number of vessels in this vulnerable maritime area, using the pretext of “escort” and “protection of rights” to organize a provocative action.

The agency added that China consistently fulfills its obligations regarding rescue at sea, but will not allow any country to infringe on its sovereignty under any pretext. -0-

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BEIJING, Feb. 25 (Xinhua) — The international community should firmly oppose Japan's reckless neo-militarism, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said at a regular ministry press conference on Wednesday.

The Chinese diplomat made the statement while responding to questions about the latest moves by Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party to loosen controls on arms exports.

"We have taken note of this information and express serious concern regarding this action. Given Japan's history of aggression, its new military and security actions are always under close scrutiny by neighboring Asian countries and the international community," she said.

According to the Chinese diplomat, Japan has been radically adjusting its security and defense policies in recent years, with officials openly declaring the need to possess nuclear weapons and the country seeking to revise the "three non-nuclear principles" and lift restrictions on arms exports.

This once again demonstrates the ambitions of Japan's right-wing forces to overcome the limitations of the post-war international order and domestic legislation and strive for "remilitarization," Mao Ning said.

“The international community should remain highly vigilant and jointly defend the results of victory in World War II and uphold the post-war international order,” she concluded. -0-

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