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URUMQI, Dec. 16 (Xinhua) — Representatives of commodity exchanges from China, Russia, and Uzbekistan held a signing ceremony for the "E-Commerce Standards for Cross-Border Commodity Exchanges" in Kuitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, on Dec. 16, to promote digitalization and standardization of regional trade and economic development.

The event was attended by representatives of the Xinjiang company Asia-Europe Exchange (AEEX), the St. Petersburg International Commodity Exchange, and the Uzbek Republican Commodity Exchange.

The "Standards" cover many aspects, including the unification of electronic trading platforms, the unification of data processing standards, the mutual recognition of digital signatures, the implementation of innovative settlement mechanisms, and the creation of joint working groups. Specifically, mechanisms such as supporting the use of national currencies for settlements, exploring the application of blockchain technology, and the joint creation of lists of cross-border goods will provide companies from these countries with a more secure, convenient, and efficient trading environment.

"The signing of this document aims to promote the unification of transaction standards, the digitalization of processes, and the simplification of settlements. This is not only necessary for improving transaction efficiency but also key to enhancing market transparency and creating a mechanism for mutual trust and cooperation," noted AEEX Board Chairperson Zhang Hongping.

Participants at the event believed this event would serve as an instructive example for regional trade and economic cooperation. They expressed hope that in the future, more countries and institutions will join this standardized system to jointly advance the process of trade facilitation and integration across the Eurasian continent.

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Beijing, December 16 (Xinhua) — The launch of a Chinese-Russian maritime expedition on the research vessel Akademik M.A. Lavrentyev; the opening of the Michurinsky Prospekt Moscow metro station, featuring Chinese motifs such as clouds that portend good fortune; and a Russian boy interacting with Chinese guests using smart glasses equipped with artificial intelligence… The photo exhibition "China and Russia: Friendship and Cooperation in the New Era" opened in Beijing on Monday.

The photo exhibition, jointly organized by Xinhua News Agency and TASS News Agency, features 50 /groups/ of news photographs selected from publications by the two agencies.

The photo exhibition, themed around “beautiful expectations in life,” “deep mutual trust in cooperation,” “joint exploration of nature,” “warm protection of the future,” and “shared memory of history,” vividly showcases the achievements of cooperation between China and Russia in various fields, such as culture, education, sports and physical education, science and technology, and also highlights the profound friendship between the two peoples.

Chinese and Russian visitors to the photo exhibition noted that, under the strategic leadership of the two heads of state, Chinese-Russian relations continue to develop at a high level, demonstrating an exemplary example of relations between great powers characterized by a spirit of eternal good-neighborliness and friendship, comprehensive strategic interaction, and mutually beneficial cooperation.

They believe that in recent years, Chinese and Russian media have actively engaged in exchanges and cooperation, which have played an indispensable and important role in promoting the healthy development of relations between the two countries. Both sides are willing to jointly advance media cooperation and people-to-people exchanges between the two countries to make a new and more significant contribution to strengthening the friendship between the peoples of the two countries, passed down from generation to generation, and to fostering the building of a community with a shared future for humanity.

On the same day, the photo exhibition was visited by representatives of China and Russia from government agencies, leading media outlets and other institutions. -0-

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 16 (Xinhua) — The U.S. military said Monday it struck three ships in international waters, killing eight people.

"Intelligence confirmed that the vessels were following known drug trafficking routes in the Eastern Pacific and were involved in drug trafficking," US Southern Command said in a statement on social media.

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Bucharest, December 16 (Xinhua) — The Romanian Parliament on Monday rejected a motion of no confidence in Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan's government at a joint session of the two chambers.

420 of the 463 parliamentarians attended the meeting, but only 141 voted: 139 for and two against. A minimum of 232 votes were needed to pass the proposal.

The vote of no confidence was initiated by Senator Ninel Peia and supported by legislators from the Peace – Romania First parliamentary group, the Alliance for the Unification of Romanians, and several independent parliamentarians.

They accused I. Bolojan's cabinet of poor management of key sectors, including public finances, healthcare, education, social protection, justice and public administration.

Speaking in parliament during the debate, the prime minister defended his government, stating that Romania risked losing the confidence of financial markets when he took office six months ago. "We avoided this scenario thanks to measures that began to restore economic balance and reduce the deficit," said I. Bolojan, citing increased budget revenues, a reduced deficit compared to last year, and restored investor confidence, reflected in lower borrowing costs.

He also said the government would not raise taxes next year and would focus on improving tax collection, combating tax evasion and attracting European funds.

The Prime Minister criticised the sponsors of the no-confidence motion, saying they were encouraging "chaos and scandal" rather than offering viable solutions.

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Rabat, December 16 (Xinhua) — At least 41 people died in Morocco on Sunday as a result of floods caused by heavy rains, local authorities said on Monday.

The death toll in Safi province, which faces the Atlantic Ocean, has risen to 37, with 14 injured people receiving treatment in hospitals.

Four people were killed in the southern province of Tinghir after their car was swept away by a powerful current, according to local news outlet Hibapress.

The flooding in Safi was reportedly caused by severe thunderstorms that lasted for about an hour. Dozens of homes and shops in the city of Safi were flooded, and cars were overturned or washed away by the floodwaters. Roads were also damaged, causing widespread traffic disruptions.

Moroccan authorities warned that more rain is expected in the coming days. On Monday, schools were closed in four provinces and large-scale emergency response operations were launched.

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UNITED NATIONS, Dec. 16 (Xinhua) — China's permanent representative to the United Nations Fu Cong on Monday called for efforts to safeguard the post-war international order.

At the UN Security Council's open debate on leadership for peace, he said that militarism and fascism had once brought unprecedented catastrophes to humanity. Any erroneous statements or actions aimed at whitewashing or denying the history of aggression challenge human conscience and undermine hard-won peace.

"We must maintain a correct view of the history of World War II, defend the results of victory in World War II, and uphold the post-war international order," the diplomat said. "We must adhere to the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, support the sovereign equality of all states, large and small, oppose unilateralism, hegemonism, and power politics, promote the democratization of international relations, and strengthen the representation and voice of developing countries in international affairs," the permanent representative added.

Fu Cong called for a commitment to a political settlement as an effective path to peace. Peace is achieved not by force, but through negotiations; any conflict must be resolved at the negotiating table, he said.

"When resolving conflicts and disputes, we must promote dialogue for peace, encourage consultations and negotiations, and help all parties build mutual trust, resolve differences, and achieve consensus. We must respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries and take into account the legitimate interests of all parties," the diplomat stated.

Major powers, in particular, must play a constructive role, refrain from double standards or imposing their will on others, and especially avoid fueling conflicts for their own narrow interests, he added.

Fu Cong called for efforts to uphold multilateralism and strengthen international cooperation in maintaining peace.

The international system, with the UN at its core, is the foundation of global peace and development. The more uncertain the future becomes, the more urgent is the need to practice genuine multilateralism, uphold the role and authority of the UN, and ensure that the Security Council bears primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security, said Fu Cong.

He also stressed the importance of addressing the root causes of conflicts and wars through development. –0–

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BEIJING, Dec. 16 (Xinhua) — The second "Forest Sea and Snow Plain" Chinese-Russian Teenage Culture and Arts Festival was held recently in Hailin City, Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, featuring a variety of events and injecting new vitality into cultural exchanges between the two countries.

According to the Hailin City Government website, the event was organized by the Hailin City Education Department. Teenagers from Vladivostok Secondary School No. 82 participated.

At the Hailin Experimental Middle School, a culturally charged atmosphere permeated the campus. The areas where students could experience various traditional cultural practices were bustling. Students exchanged traditional greetings, tried their hand at soft-brush calligraphy, and prepared traditional dishes, exploring the breadth, depth, and unique charm of Chinese culture.

At Hailin Korean High School, students presented a wonderful artistic performance: songs, dances, choral singing, and poetry recitations. As familiar melodies filled the auditorium, the language barrier between Chinese and Russian teenagers was broken by music, and friendships were strengthened through shared singing.

Through deep interaction and artistic exchange between teenagers of the two countries, this event deepened mutual understanding and emotional recognition between the young generations of China and Russia, promoting the transition of cultural cooperation between teenagers of the two countries to normalization, institutionalization and deeper development. -0-

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AMMAN, December 16 (Xinhua) — At the invitation of Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, a member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, visited Jordan on December 14-15.

Both sides emphasized their willingness to strengthen cooperation to bring tangible benefits to the friendly peoples of both countries. They praised bilateral cooperation in various fields, reaffirmed their commitment to continued dialogue and coordination, and pledged to expand cooperation to achieve the development policy goals of both countries.

The parties discussed deepening cooperation in traditional areas such as trade and economics, infrastructure, energy, defense, transportation, and the judicial sector, as well as exploring the potential for cooperation in new areas, including scientific and technological innovation, communications technology, the digital economy, artificial intelligence, and green energy. They also agreed to expand cooperation and exchanges in culture, tourism, media, education, student exchanges, and think tanks. Furthermore, the parties discussed measures to facilitate mutual travel.

The Jordanian side reaffirmed its commitment to the one-China principle, emphasizing that the Chinese government is the sole legitimate government representing all of China, and that Taiwan is an inalienable part of Chinese territory.

The parties emphasized the importance of implementing humanitarian exchanges through culture and art, as well as strengthening cooperation between legislative bodies.

The parties noted the effective cooperation they had maintained within multilateral diplomatic frameworks and emphasized the importance of further strengthening coordination. Jordan highly appreciates a number of major initiatives and proposals put forward by Chinese President Xi Jinping.

The parties emphasized the need for effective implementation of the agreements and memoranda of understanding signed by the two countries to meet their common interests and achieve common goals.

The parties discussed the situation in the region, including developments in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. They emphasized the need to achieve a comprehensive and lasting ceasefire in Gaza and ensure urgent, immediate, and sustainable access to aid to address the humanitarian crisis.

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