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Japan's cabinet has approved the dissolution of the lower house of parliament.

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TOKYO, Jan. 23 (Xinhua) — Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet decided on Friday to dissolve the House of Representatives (lower house of parliament).

Later in the day, the lower house will be formally dissolved at the start of this year's regular parliamentary session.

Sanae Takaichi, who took office in October, announced on Monday that she would dissolve the 465-seat lower house of parliament on Friday. She also scheduled a general election for February 8 to capitalize on her cabinet's high approval ratings.

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Giant pandas find new home in Fuzhou

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On January 17, Panda World in Fuzhou, Fujian Province, reopened to visitors following renovations and reconstruction. Five giant pandas, who arrived from Chengdu, Sichuan Province, completed a 20-day adaptation period and were officially introduced to the public.

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International organization: Chinese brand value and soft power are becoming global leaders

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London-based brand valuation firm Brand Finance released a report in Davos on January 20, praising the global value of Chinese brands and China's soft power. Brand Finance founder and chairman David Hague stated that Chinese brands demonstrate high adaptability and innovation, and they have the potential to further strengthen their influence globally.

In its "Global 500 – 2026" report, Brand Finance stated that China is a significant driver of global brand value growth. According to the report, the combined value of Chinese brands included in the ranking reached an all-time high: 68 Chinese brands made it into the global top 500, accounting for 15.1% of the total brand value on the list. In terms of the number of brands in the ranking, China ranks second globally, behind only the United States. Many Chinese brands have become global leaders in their industries, with particularly notable achievements in technology, utilities, and finance.

Another report, titled "Global Soft Power Index 2026," notes that China is the only country in the top ten to improve its position, ranking first globally across a number of individual indicators. Brand Finance emphasizes that China's soft power has continued to grow in recent years thanks to long-term planning, including investments under the Belt and Road Initiative, technological advancements, sustainable development reforms, the creation of global product brands, and expanded cultural exchanges.

The report states that international audiences today perceive China as a country capable of offering warm, friendly experiences and evoking cultural resonance. International recognition of Chinese tourism has increased, reflecting the growing appeal of China's cities, cultural heritage, and recreational resources. This is also supported by visa facilitation policies and expanding people-to-people exchanges. Cultural phenomena such as the global popularity of the designer toy Labubu in 2025, the high recognition of Chinese brands, and the growth of new-energy vehicle exports have further enhanced China's influence.

Founded in 1996, Brand Finance is a leading global brand valuation consultancy. Its annual reports, such as the Global 500, have become a leading benchmark for analyzing global brand value through the use of data-driven valuation methods and cross-industry research.

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Holiday flowers enter peak season

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With the start of the new year, the peak season for holiday flower sales has arrived in Lipu Flower Town, located in the Jindong District of Jinhua City, Zhejiang Province. Over 600 flower and nursery vendors have set up hundreds of varieties of festive plants for sale, creating a vibrant atmosphere of joy and celebration in anticipation of the Spring Festival.

Jindong District, Jinhua City, is the main flower and seedling growing area in the region, has a long tradition of flower growing, and is one of the key seedling production areas in China.

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"Choose a character to prove you're not an AI." Why did this Chinese language lesson cause such a stir?

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According to a January 9 report in the Southern Metropolis Daily, a video of a Chinese language lesson at a high school in Shenzhen recently went viral. The video addressed an essay question on the Gaokao, a practice exam for university admission: "Which character would you choose if you had to prove you weren't a robot?" After the Chinese teacher collected the answers and held an interactive discussion with 54 students, the question sparked widespread online debate.

Today, as artificial intelligence rapidly develops and becomes ever more powerful, what is the unique value of humankind? This simple yet profound Chinese lesson not only answered the question about the Chinese character but also inspired reflection on the relationship between humans and technology.

Each character written by the students is a key that reveals human qualities and directly points to the fundamental differences between humans and AI. The choice of the character "妈" (mother) reflects the uniqueness of blood ties and emotional attachment. The student who chose the character "急" (hurry) captured the unique human perception of time: for AI, time is just a number, but for humans, a 30-minute wait can be a painfully long time due to a medical report or anxiety due to being late for a meeting—in other words, it can evoke specific emotions and experiences.

Even more touching were the characters chosen, focusing on "imperfection." One student frankly admitted, "I'm always slower than an AI, but I embrace the round world with my simple heart." This "slowness" reveals the warmth of those who are willing to pause for a sunset, to grieve over a fallen leaf, and reflects a subtle perception of authentic life. Another student chose the character for "hatred," acknowledging that a person must have the courage to look pain in the eye. These choices, taken together, confirm that human uniqueness lies not in flawless logical constructs, but in a living, dynamic life experience and a spiritual world.

Today, AI is deeply integrated into everyday life, becoming an integral part of our existence. With AI capable of writing texts, creating diagrams, and programming code, many people are overcome with anxiety: they worry about AI replacing them at work, fear that AI will surpass humanity, and even doubt their own unique value. The reason this Chinese lesson touched people's hearts and resonated with them is because it accurately addressed the concerns of our time. It doesn't deny the value of AI or exaggerate the advantages of humans. Instead, through concrete examples, it helps people rediscover their values.

The point of this Chinese language lesson is to question the key mission and direction of education in the age of AI. Today, when AI can effectively integrate knowledge and impart practical skills, one of the primary goals of education may no longer be simply the accumulation of knowledge and the transfer of skills. Its mission is likely to be to guide students toward self-knowledge and self-acceptance, awakening their capacity for emotional perception, value judgment, and aesthetic insight. Ultimately, the search for knowledge will be entrusted to AI, and skills will be replaced by algorithms, but the experience of emotions, the judgment of values, the capacity for aesthetic perception, and spiritual growth—these exceptional qualities are uniquely human assets, and it is precisely these qualities that education should protect above all else.

In the face of the anxieties of the AI era, we must not mindlessly drift along with the tide of technology, much less fall into the delusion of a confrontation between humans and AI. The true solution is to return to our own life experience, to find the answer to the question "why am I who I am?"—in understanding a hieroglyph, in the empathy born of poetry, in sincere communication. This is the foundation that allows us to stand firm in the maelstrom of technology, and also our confidence in the face of the future.

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Breaking: EU has serious doubts about US 'Peace Council' – European Council President

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Brussels, January 23 (Xinhua) — The European Union has serious reservations about many aspects of the US-proposed "Peace Council," including its scope, governance, and compliance with the UN Charter, European Council President António Costa said after the council's emergency summit concluded shortly after midnight on Thursday.

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China Reimagines Vocational Education for a Tech-Driven Future

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BEIJING, Jan. 23 (Xinhua) — While some tech pioneers are sounding the alarm that artificial intelligence (AI) will replace human jobs, China is seeking to train its massive workforce to remain competitive in a tech-driven future.

Part of this was evident last month when the country's first "rider college" opened in Guangdong Province, southern China.

The initiative is the result of a partnership between the provincial education department and Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com, which jointly opened a courier training college at the local vocational university.

The college's curriculum begins with core subjects such as road safety and workers' rights, but emphasizes advanced subjects such as the operation of AI-powered dispatch platforms, the maintenance of autonomous delivery equipment, cold chain logistics management, and comprehensive training in site operations and regional staff coordination.

The college offers multi-level and diversified, self-paced training for frontline workers such as riders and couriers. The basic tuition is covered by the platforms they work for.

The timing couldn't be better. With the growing number of workers employed in the country's rapidly expanding "new forms of employment," including delivery riders, couriers, and ride-hailing drivers, competition is fierce.

Today, thanks to intelligent technologies, drones and autonomous delivery vehicles are used in logistics in many scenarios, such as transporting agricultural products from remote areas or working in demonstration areas using advanced artificial intelligence.

Rather than viewing technology as a replacement for humans, Chinese policymakers position AI as an evolution that raises skill requirements, allowing workers to master new technologies and perform their specialized roles.

A new phrase, "investing in human capital," has recently appeared in official documents. It was mentioned repeatedly in the government's 2025 work report, long-term development planning documents, and at last month's high-level economic meeting, which set priorities for 2026.

Across China, local governments are increasingly establishing flight schools in rural areas. They are funding drone technology training programs in rural areas, with two main goals: creating jobs for workers returning from cities and increasing agricultural productivity.

In 2025, a total of 30 drone training courses were held in Yichang City, located in Central China's Hubei Province, training 606 people and providing subsidies totaling 808,000 yuan (about US$115,400).

In Baiyin City, Gansu Province, northwest China, local authorities are partnering with vocational schools to offer free drone pilot training to job seekers, including the unemployed, rural migrant workers, and university graduates.

"We also provide students with employment guidance, offering comprehensive services from training to employment," said Gao Minqiang, an employee of the Baiyin District Human Resources and Social Security Bureau in the city of the same name. Three courses have been held so far, training over 100 local residents.

According to Wu Xuejiao, a 34-year-old city resident, the training gave her practical experience operating drones and knowledge about their use in agriculture and logistics. "I think I've gained a new way to make a living," she said. -0-

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Ukraine: Deadly strikes hit Odessa Oblast and Kryvyi Rih

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January 22, 2026 Peace and security

This week, Russian forces launched a new wave of strikes across Ukraine, leaving hundreds of thousands of families without electricity and heat amid frigid weather.

According to the UN Children's Fund, a 17-year-old boy was killed in a strike in the Odesa region on Wednesday. UNICEF called for "an end to attacks on civilian areas and the infrastructure on which children depend."

The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported that the attacks on Kryvyi Rih, which began on Wednesday, resumed on Thursday.

"Our humanitarian teams have delivered materials to repair damaged homes and other assistance to affected communities," OCHA said on social media, noting that "cold weather is exacerbating needs and people require urgent assistance."

Russia continues to attack Ukraine's energy infrastructure, depriving the population of heating, electricity, and water, said UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk.

"Civilians bear the brunt of these attacks. They can only be described as 'inhumane.' They must stop," he added.

Aid from WHO and Saudi Arabia

Ukrainian healthcare facilities continue to operate under challenging conditions, placing significant strain on the healthcare system.

To ensure the continuity of critical health services, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the King Saudi Arabia Centre for Humanitarian Aid and Support have delivered medical equipment to health facilities located near the front lines.

The latest shipment included 15 anesthesia machines, 8 modern defibrillator-monitors, 15 electrosurgical units, 15 blood warmers, 7 automatic biochemical analyzers, an automatic microbiological analyzer, and other vital equipment for medical institutions.

WHO experts are also training Ukrainian healthcare workers in the effective and safe use of new technologies in their daily work.

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The UN's first deputy secretary-general called for abandoning the "might makes right" principle in international relations.

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January 22, 2026 UN

Speaking to the Danish parliament on Thursday, the UN Deputy Secretary-General said the world is experiencing a period of dangerous turbulence in which the foundations of the international order, enshrined in the UN Charter, are under threat.

Amina Mohammed stressed that states are increasingly undermining the institutions they built after World War II, warning of the risk of "eroding the foundations" that have underpinned decades of peace and development.

The Deputy Secretary-General thanked Denmark for its steadfast support of multilateralism, calling it a "humanitarian power" and one of the most staunch defenders of human rights. She noted that it is precisely such states that uphold the UN Charter today, when major powers increasingly act from a position of strength.

The Threat to International Law and the Rise of "Dangerous Nostalgia"

In her speech, Mohammed recalled that threats to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states have once again become a reality, and that some countries, "with a dangerous nostalgia," are attempting to redefine borders and rules by relying on force. She cited a speech by Kenyan Ambassador Martin Kimani, who warned of the risks of returning to the "logic of empires."

According to her, the UN Charter is "not a restaurant menu," and states cannot pick and choose which norms to adhere to and which to ignore. Mohammed emphasized that it is precisely small countries—such as South Africa and Gambia—that today demonstrate the greatest integrity in defending international law.

Development as an investment in the world

The second part of the UN Deputy Chief's speech was devoted to sustainable development. Mohammed recalled that the world has achieved significant progress in recent decades, from reducing poverty to lowering maternal mortality. However, geopolitical tensions and economic crises are leading to stagnation or even regression.

Mohammed pointed to a stark imbalance in global spending: in 2024, the total global military budget reached a record $2.7 trillion, while the annual funding gap for the Sustainable Development Goals stands at $4.2 trillion. "The money is flowing in the wrong direction," she noted, adding that growing inequality threatens global stability.

UN Reform: Resetting the System

The third key point of Amina Mohammed's speech was the need to reform the United Nations itself. The Under-Secretary-General stated that "the apparatus of international cooperation is outdated," and its "software" is long overdue for a "reboot."

Mohammed spoke about the UN80 initiative, which the Secretary-General presented to Member States for discussion. This initiative calls for a comprehensive modernization of the UN system—from humanitarian affairs to peacekeeping and security—with the goal of making it more flexible and effective in the face of limited resources and growing challenges.

"Countries face challenges that don't fit neatly into separate categories. They are interconnected, and the solutions must be similar," she emphasized.

Concluding her speech, the Deputy Secretary-General drew a historical parallel with Christiansborg, the Danish parliament building that burned down twice and was rebuilt each time. "The UN, too, was born from the ashes to say 'never again,'" she emphasized.

Today, she said, the world once again faces a choice: allow the principle of "might makes right" to destroy the international order or demonstrate political will and renew the multilateral system.

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Yuri Trutnev: Energy security and healthcare are the most pressing issues for the Far East, requiring maximum attention.

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Deputy Prime Minister and Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District Yuri Trutnev chaired a meeting of the Government Commission on the Socioeconomic Development of the Far East.

The issue of improving the availability and quality of healthcare in the Far East was discussed.

"The Government of the Russian Federation is undertaking extensive work in this area. Since 2018, 80 hospitals have been built and modernized in the Far East under the presidential Far Eastern Unified Subsidy program, and more than 50 feldsher-midwife stations have been opened. Another 51 facilities have been commissioned under the state program 'Healthcare Development.' The 'Zemsky Doctor' and 'Zemsky Feldsher' programs are in place, providing relocation allowances for young doctors relocating to rural areas. Despite this, the macro-region continues to experience a shortage of qualified medical personnel. At the same time, access to medical care remains low in remote and hard-to-reach communities," Yuri Trutnev opened the meeting.

As Health Minister Mikhail Murashko noted, special measures have been implemented for the Far East. Starting in 2024, a medical care accessibility factor (1.5) will be included in the calculation of compulsory medical insurance subsidies. Taking this into account, an additional 11.2 billion rubles have been allocated for 2026. Furthermore, the Russian Ministry of Health's regulatory documents on territorial planning and the organization of medical care take into account the region's climatic and geographical features and population density.

By 2030, it is planned to equip 11 perinatal centers (maternity hospitals), create 7 women's consultation centers, and upgrade 56 facilities in 10 regions of the Far Eastern Federal District (as part of master plans).

At least 5% of federal funds will be allocated for infrastructure changes in the Far Eastern Federal District (as part of the national project).

Since 2019, 1,800 vehicles have been purchased for medical institutions. 176 mobile medical units (for diagnostics, medical examinations, and occupational health screenings) have been delivered.

Funding for air ambulances is increasing annually, with funding growth by 31.8% by 2030.

Issues of staffing medical organizations, the use of mobile work and telemedicine, and drug supply were also discussed.

"Healthcare remains one of the most pressing issues for residents of the Far East. One of the main reasons for this is the low population density. Achieving a high concentration of specialists and equipment in small towns is difficult. We agreed that the Ministry of Health will propose a number of measures to improve the quality of medical services in the Far East. We also plan to dedicate one of the Far Eastern Federal District Council meetings to healthcare issues, so that regional leaders can report on their achievements and share their experiences," concluded Yuri Trutnev.

The meeting agenda included a discussion of measures to increase the birth rate in the Far East. "The Far East ranks third among federal districts in this indicator. This result was achieved thanks to additional support measures that comprise the Far East demographic package: a one-time payment upon the birth of a first child, a 30% federal supplement to maternity capital, the Far East preferential mortgage program, a 1 million ruble mortgage payment upon the birth of a third or subsequent child, and others," said Yuri Trutnev.

A macroregional demographic development program, the Demographic Policy Concept, was developed for the Russian Far East and concluded last year. Over the past year, the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East analyzed the results of the concept's implementation and, together with the regions, colleagues from federal ministries and agencies, and the expert and academic community, prepared and submitted to the Russian Government a key strategic planning document in this area: the Demographic Policy Strategy for the Far East for the Period to 2030 and for the Future to 2036. The document is currently awaiting signature by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.

A special support system for families with children, the Far East Demographic Package, has been created for the Far East. All birth orders are supported. One in eight residents of the Far East is already a beneficiary of these support measures. The implementation of these measures has enabled the Far East to maintain a birth rate above the Russian average.

At the direction of the head of state, starting in 2023, Primorsky Krai and, starting in 2024, seven other Far East regions with birth rates below the macroregional average will implement an additional support measure: 1 million rubles toward mortgage repayments for the birth of a third or subsequent child. Over the past three years, 5,000 large families have reduced their debt burden. This focus on the birth of third and subsequent children has yielded positive results. While the total fertility rate for third and subsequent children increased by 1% across Russia from 2022 to 2025, it increased by 8% in Primorsky Krai and by 6% in the seven other pilot regions. This financial incentive mechanism has been recognized as effective and has been included in the federal "demographic menu" of the national "Family" project for regions with low birth rates.

The development of microelectronics in the Far East was discussed. "Today, our country is continuing a special military operation and needs to learn how to produce components. There are a number of instructions related to the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East, together with the Far East Development Committee, to explore the issue of supporting microelectronics companies," said Yuri Trutnev.

Minister for the Development of the Far East and Arctic Alexey Chekunkov proposed developing and approving a program for the development of electronics in the Far Eastern Federal District. This program would consolidate support measures from the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East, the governments of the Far Eastern Federal District, and interested organizations, and would allow for a systematic approach to state support for electronics projects. According to him, six electronics projects have been developed at the Ministry of Industry and Trade headquarters, and two projects have become residents of the Primorye and Khabarovsk priority development areas, respectively.

Financial support measures for investment projects in the microelectronics sector were discussed. Non-financial support measures for microelectronics projects from the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East will include incentives in priority development areas (PDAs), and starting in 2027, investors will be provided with land plots and infrastructure through the Far East Development Fund (KRDV) under a unified preferential regime.

Measures to improve the efficiency of electricity and heat supply to residents of the Far East and optimize subsidies for tariff differences were discussed. "The current tariff subsidy mechanism for residents overburdens regional budgets (budget subsidies increased 2.4-fold between 2018 and 2025, from 44 billion to 105 billion rubles). This leads to increased debt to energy suppliers. Regional budgets currently owe almost 40 billion rubles to RusHydro," said Yuri Trutnev.

Following the discussion, Yury Trutnev instructed the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East, together with the Ministry of Energy and the Far Eastern regions, to conduct an inventory of electricity and heat supply facilities in order to create a single, unified register of energy supply facilities, update plans to improve energy supply efficiency, and optimize the subsidization of the inter-tariff difference. They also instructed them to consider the possibility of prioritizing electricity supply facilities for their comprehensive modernization, including by providing for a mechanism for compensating costs from 2026 through dividends from PJSC RusHydro, with subsequent reimbursement from 2028 by PJSC RusHydro from the "Far Eastern surcharge." The Ministry of Construction, together with the Far Eastern regions, was instructed to ensure the development of regional programs to improve heat supply efficiency, including through the comprehensive modernization and reconstruction of heat supply facilities, while identifying funding sources and mechanisms, including treasury loans. The Russian Ministry of Energy and the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East have been instructed to prepare proposals to optimize fuel supply logistics, including by establishing a mechanism for centralized fuel procurement.

"We need to build new energy capacity and improve the efficiency of existing ones. We also need to improve energy supply logistics. Furthermore, we see a number of projects where certain technological improvements could lead to significant savings. This is also a goal. To this end, we plan to use funds received from RusHydro's dividends, which we decided not to pay this year," concluded Yuri Trutnev.

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