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China's GDP will grow by more than 6 trillion yuan in 2026, according to the head of the National Development and Reform Commission of the People's Republic of China.

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BEIJING, March 6 (Xinhua) — China's GDP is projected to grow by more than 6 trillion yuan (about 869.6 billion U.S. dollars) in 2026, Zheng Shanjie, head of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), said Friday.

The expected economic growth will provide significant support for employment, people's well-being and risk prevention, Zheng Shanjie noted at a press conference on the sidelines of the 4th session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC). -0-

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China's AI-related industries will be worth over 10 trillion yuan by 2030, says head of China's State Commission for Reconstruction and Development.

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BEIJING, March 6 (Xinhua) — China's artificial intelligence (AI) industries will exceed 10 trillion yuan (1.45 trillion U.S. dollars) by the end of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030), Zheng Shanjie, head of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), said Friday.

During this period, the country will continue to promote the "AI Plus" initiative, he said at a press conference on the sidelines of the 4th session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC). -0-

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Exclusive: China demonstrates high macroeconomic resilience and confidently advances technological sovereignty – Russian expert

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Moscow, March 6 (Xinhua) — The Chinese economy continues to demonstrate impressive resilience in a challenging external environment, maintaining positive growth momentum and confidently advancing along the path of technological sovereignty. This was stated in an exclusive interview with Xinhua by Ekaterina Zaklyazminskaya, head of the Center for World Politics and Strategic Analysis at the Institute of China and Modern Asia of the Russian Academy of Sciences (ICSA RAS), commenting on the key points of Chinese Premier Li Qiang's report at the opening session of the National People's Congress (NPC).

According to the expert, China's 2026 GDP growth target of 4.5-5 percent appears quite optimal and even somewhat restrained. "Perhaps, in some respects, the figures are even restrained, because we know that last year, despite the colossal pressure exerted on China from outside, primarily the tariff war unleashed by Washington… China was able to achieve its macroeconomic planning results of 5 percent, so for 2026, when China and the US have reached a certain de-escalation of the trade situation, the 4.5-5 percent figures appear at least achievable and, with some probability, they may be exceeded," noted E. Zaklyazminskaya.

She recalled that China's economy grew by exactly 5 percent in 2025, fully meeting its target, despite unprecedented external pressure that began in February, multiple rounds of trade negotiations, and the imposition of tariffs. "The Chinese economy has demonstrated a certain resilience… All the stated macroeconomic indicators have been achieved," the expert emphasized.

According to her, this resilience is largely due to sound macroeconomic planning. "China's leadership has always wisely and rationally set goals, both within the five-year planning framework and within the annual planning framework… The overwhelming majority of these indicators, despite everything, despite external storms, have been achieved," said E. Zaklyazminskaya.

She placed particular emphasis on the "dual circulation" model, which complements the traditional export-oriented strategy. "The Chinese economic growth model… demonstrates resilience, and secondly, it allows for good results… The US economy grew at just over 2 percent last year, while the Chinese economy continues to grow at a medium-fast pace," the Xinhua source noted.

E. Zaklyazminskaya praised China's successes in digitalization and high-tech development. According to the report of the Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, the share of the digital economy already exceeds 10% of GDP. The expert emphasized that China is not only actively developing artificial intelligence but also exporting advanced technologies, including to Russia. "We eagerly await the launch of our Molniya messenger, which… is being developed in collaboration with Chinese partners… Chinese partners have completed the development of a phone with Russian software," she said, expressing confidence that such projects will expand cooperation beyond the traditional "raw materials in exchange for finished goods" model and open up new prospects for partnership.

Speaking about social policy, the expert praised Beijing's measures to support motherhood and childhood in the context of global depopulation. "By the end of 2025, more than 10 million children and their families will have received additional financial support… life expectancy is increasing… the number of years of education is also increasing," noted E. Zaklyazminskaya, adding that long-term investments in human capital will "repay themselves a hundredfold" in a digital and automated economy.

She particularly highlighted the breakthrough in China's technological sovereignty. Despite Western attempts to restrict access to high technology, "China has begun to strengthen its technological sovereignty and made significant progress… China has already surpassed other countries in many areas of high-tech production… It is at the forefront of the technological endeavors of all humanity," stated E. Zaklyazminskaya. The expert emphasized that China is not only achieving self-sufficiency but is also actively sharing technologies with countries in the Global South, contributing to the construction of a community with a shared future for humanity.

At the same time, E. Zaklyazminskaya acknowledged the challenges: the real estate crisis has not yet been fully overcome, a balance needs to be struck between the green agenda and economic growth, and external pressure remains. "Despite all these challenges, [China] is still demonstrating tremendous resilience… We certainly hope that these challenges will gradually be overcome and that the 15th Five-Year Plan will also bring China closer to its goals," she concluded.

The expert is confident that ambitious plans for the next five years will be largely or completely fulfilled, which will allow China to continue its confident development in the interests of both its own people and the international community. –0–

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What's in store in Moscow for March 8th?

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Hundreds of festive events will be held across the capital in honor of International Women's Day. Participants will be able to see Moscow's most beautiful spots on tours, attend lectures, enjoy brass band performances, have fun on dance floors, and join in sports and intellectual games. Celebrations will take place on March 7 and 8 on the city's main streets, in museums, cultural centers, theaters, and at VDNKh. Most events are free. Some require advance registration or tickets.

Receive delicate spring flowers and cards as a gift

On March 8, Muscovites and visitors to the city will receive fresh flowers. Volunteers will present them to visitors of Tagansky, Izmailovsky, and Lianozovsky parks, the Hermitage Garden, Krasnaya Presnya, Severnoye Tushino, and the Vorontsovo Estate. Flower distribution will also take place at metro stations. The city is also hosting its traditional flower drive. "To you, my beloved!"On March 8, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., participants of the "Youth of Moscow" project will congratulate city residents and present them with tulips on Tverskaya Square and Arbat Street.

Thanks to the campaign that the foundation holds annually "Faith"Patients and staff of hospices and palliative care units will be able to enjoy spring flowers. To celebrate the holiday, the foundation is collecting daffodils, hyacinths, tulips, and violets. You can join the campaign. everyone is welcome.

On March 7, at My Documents government service centers, you can pick up a beautiful greeting card at the registration desk and give it to a loved one. The cards are available in several designs. For those who prefer an electronic format, My Documents has developed digital card options. You can download them here.linkAlso on March 6 and 7, young residents will be able to make origami tulips in the children's corners of all government service centers.

Follow the flower route and take part in master classes

Moscow parks have prepared quests, creative activities, meetings with artists, and tours for female visitors. Master classes are scheduled at Terletsky Park on March 7 and 8 at 11:00 a.m., where everyone can make a unique gift for loved ones. Learn about the clothing worn by women in the Moskvorechye region in the 12th and 13th centuries at a lecture starting March 8 at 12:00 p.m. in Mitino Landscape Park. Participation is by appointment.registrationOn March 8 at 12:00 PM, visitors to Lianozovsky Park will be able to take part in the "Flower Route" quest and then enjoy a festive concert.

On March 8, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM, a meeting withactor Pavel DerevyankoHe will talk about his participation in the projects "Unprincipled," "Zhvanetsky," "Brest Fortress," and "The Little Humpbacked Horse" and answer questions from guests. A quest will also be held at various locations throughout the film park on March 8 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. That very flowerJoined by fairytale helpers—fairies, knights, and gnomes—the participants will battle an evil witch. Visitors to the Moskino Cinema Park will also be able to take part in master classes. From 12:00 PM to 6:30 PM, they can learn to dance rock 'n' roll at the fairground, and from 12:00 PM to 6:30 PM, they can create their own dance in the Animation Pavilion. greeting cardsYou can take part in the program with an entrance ticket tocinema park.

An entertainment program has been prepared at the Southern and Northern River Terminals. The celebration will take place on March 8 from 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Guests at the Southern River Terminal will be invited to send greeting cards and attend master classes on creating wish cards, chocolates, and straw hats. The Northern River Terminal will host master classes on choreography, spa kits, and candle making. Guests at both venues will also be able to listen to performances by artists from the "Music in the Metro" project. You can find a detailed schedule of events and register for them atlink.

The Unified Support Center for Secondary Military Service Participants and Their Families will host a festive art bachelorette party for the wives, mothers, and daughters of military personnel on March 7 from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Participants will learn about proper facial and eyebrow care, and women will be able to participate in creative and culinary master classes. A face painting area will be available for the youngest guests. You can register for the event upon visiting the center, by calling the hotline at 7 495 870-55-45, or through social media.

Learn about the lives of famous women and attend a fashion show

More than 40 celebratory events in honor of International Women's Day will be held in Moscow museums. Lectures, quests, and an exhibition have been prepared for guests. Participants in the quest "The Female Face of Space" will answer questions about the lives of famous female scientists. It will take place on March 8 from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM at the Cosmonautics Museum. Museum visitors will also be able to learn about women's contributions to the study of the universe. The lecture "Threads of Stars: How Women Are Weaving the Future of Space" will begin at 2:00 PM. Admission to the events is by ticket.museum.

The lecture "Yesenin's Muses," which will take place on March 8 at 5:00 PM at the S.A. Yesenin House Museum, will explore the women in the poet's life. The event will be led by tour guide Sofia Lapidus. Admission is by tickets.

Festive events for March 8th will also be organized at the Victory Museum. On this day, the cultural venue will be open from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Admission is free for women. A highlight will be a colorful scarf show, "Russians in Fashion." It will begin at 12:00 PM in the Hall of Commanders and will be accompanied by music by the Twins Piano Duo. At 4:00 PM, a festive concert will be held in the same hall, prepared by the brass band of the A.G. Schnittke Moscow State Institute of Music. You can learn more about the events and register here. link.

From March 7th to 9th, Biocluster will host a festive program. Pavilion No. 28, "Beekeeping," will host a demonstration of insects under a microscope, "The Magic of Wings," on March 8th from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Visitors will be able to examine butterfly wings using a microscope. Admission is bytickets.

On March 8 at 1:00 PM, Pavilion No. 31 "Geology" will host a quest with robot guide Professor Boris Zemelkin around the exhibition "12 Signs of Life." Admission is by ticket. museum and a ticket forquest. A master class, “Spring Bouquet. A Card for Mom,” will also be held there from 2:00 PM. Admission byregistration and an entrance ticket tomuseum.

Go to the movies and have fun at VDNKh

In honor of the spring festival, VDNKh has prepared a range of events. The exhibition will feature tours, master classes, film screenings, events, and pleasant surprises. In addition, all guests named Klara and Rosa will be able to visit the "Cosmos" pavilion, the interactive "Buran" museum complex, and the "Slovo" Museum of Slavic Literature free of charge.

The Cinema Museum at VDNKh will begin showing animated films about family values, care, and support at 12:00 PM. The program includes films such as "Vavila the Terrible and Aunt Arina" (1928), "And Mama Will Forgive Me" (1975), "The Girl and the Dolphin" (1979), "Vasilisa Mikulishna" (1975), and many others. Admission for women is by appointment.free ticketsThe film will be shown to the public at 2:00 PM. "In love by choice", and at 16:00 – "Cinderella" with the participation of Faina Ranevskaya.

You can learn interesting facts about the exhibition and stroll through its grounds with a guide on the "Female Images of VDNKh" tour. It begins on March 8 at 1:00 PM. Registration is bylinkThe tour "Women's Footprint in History" will tell about talented women who left their mark on the country's science and culture. It will take place on March 8 at 7:00 PM at the Slovo Museum of Slavic Literature. Registration is bylink.

The Cosmonautics and Aviation Center is hosting a "Star Women" tour on March 8 at 5:00 PM and 7:30 PM. Guests will learn about Valentina Tereshkova's first spaceflight, Svetlana Savitskaya's unique spacewalk, and the woman who set the record for the longest space mission. You can register bylink.

On March 8, the Atom Museum will host a large-scale family festival, "Atomic Lights." It will open at 12:00 PM with a performance by plastic theater artists and a musical program. Guests will also be able to visit the flower lab, examine flowers under a microscope, and take colorful photographs in the museum foyer. At 6:00 PM, the creative and educational project "10 Candid Evenings" will begin. Participants will hear stories about women who were outstanding scientists and engineers in the Soviet atomic project. A more detailed program of events is available atwebsite.

Go on a running tour and see the beauty of Moscow

The digital travel service Russpass invites you to spend the holiday weekend admiring the capital's sights. It has prepared a selection of special routes for March 8th. During the walk "Not Just 'Worker and Kolkhoz Woman.' Vera Mukhina's Sculptures in Moscow" You can explore the main works of the famous female sculptor. Route "Bachelorette Party in the City: Where to Go with Friends on the Weekend" will introduce you to unusual places in the capital. And during the walk "Holiday Magic: How to Celebrate March 8th in Moscow" You can turn on an audio guide. It will help participants choose their favorite leisure activity. This could include visiting city museums, theaters, and concert halls, or exploring the city's main shops.

The "More Than You Can" Foundation for the Development of Inclusion in Sports invites city residents to join a charity running tour. Participants will gather at 4:00 PM on March 8 at 9a Sadovnicheskaya Street. Runners will complete a figure-eight route, covering a total of eight kilometers. It will circle the Kremlin and follow the embankments of the Moskva River. The race will be organized at a comfortable pace and is suitable for both experienced and novice athletes. During the tour, the foundation's founder will discuss the role of outstanding women in history and their achievements. To participate, you must first complete a preliminary examination. registration.

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More than 1,800 families in the Golovinsky district have moved into new apartments under the renovation program.

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Since the renovation program began in the Golovinsky district in northern Moscow, more than 1,800 residents have received new apartments. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Development Policy and Construction. Vladimir Efimov.

Residents of the Golovinsky District began moving into new buildings under the renovation program on Avangardnaya and Flotskaya Streets in 2021. Today, more than 1,800 families from 17 completely vacated older buildings celebrated housewarming in modern apartments. Almost all of them used the free service to move their belongings.

Moving Assistance"In total, 137 old buildings in the district will be relocated under the current renovation program, and more than 12,600 families will receive new apartments," said Vladimir Efimov.

The new buildings into which residents have moved meet modern quality and safety standards, and their architectural solutions fit harmoniously into the existing development.

"Since the beginning of the renovation program in the Golovinsky District, 17 residential complexes have been opened for occupancy. They feature more than 3,200 apartments with a total floor area of over 167,000 square meters. All new buildings were constructed with barrier-free design principles in mind: the entrance halls are wide, and the entryways and elevator lobbies are located on a single level, without steps. Furthermore, over 30 apartments have been adapted for people with disabilities: they have been equipped with widened doorways and corridors for wheelchair access, and special grab bars have been installed in the bathrooms," explained the Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Department of Urban Development Policy.

Vladislav Ovchinsky.

Earlier, Sergei Sobyanin said that in the Mozhaisk district, more than 250 residentsfrom two neighboring houses.

As noted in the capital Department of Information Technology, a general guide will help you prepare for your planned move instructions, available in the "Moving Under the Renovation Program" super service on the mos.ru portal. It allows you to learn how your move is organized, obtain information on the documents required to sign the contract, and access useful links. By customizing your move settings, the super service also provides instructions for your specific situation.

The renovation program was approved in August 2017. It affects approximately one million Muscovites and provides for the resettlement of 5,176 buildings. Sergei Sobyanin ordered an increase pace of implementationrenovation programs by two times.

Moscow is one of the region's leaders in terms of construction volume. The high rate of housing construction is in line with the goals and initiatives of the national project. Infrastructure for LifeMore information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found at special page.

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Nearly 130 traffic islands will be installed on roads this year.

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This year, 130 more pedestrian crossing islands will appear in the capital to make crossing the road safer for pedestrians. They are being added near public transport stops, schools, hospitals, and parks. The projects were developed by road curators in Traffic Management Center.

"We continue to do everything we can to reduce accidents in the capital, as instructed by Sergei Sobyanin and part of the transport development strategy through 2030. Over the past five years, approximately 900 safety islands have been installed near social facilities and public places of interest, based on plans from the Center for Traffic Management's road supervisors. This year, approximately 130 more will be added. Thanks to these changes, traveling around the city has become safer for both pedestrians and drivers," noted the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

Maxim Liksutov.

Specifically, new markings will appear on pedestrian crossings in northeast Moscow—on Dekabristov Street, near Building 10, Bldg. 2. Currently, this section has one lane in each direction, and the road is quite wide. The new safety island will allow pedestrians to safely complete the crossing in two stages, waiting for traffic to pass and ensuring drivers yield to them. A safety island will also appear in the north—on General Ivashutina Street, near Building 80 on Khoroshevskoye Shosse. It will be installed here for the same reason. In the west—on Ramenki Street, near Building 19, Bldg. 1—a new pedestrian crossing with a safety island will appear next to the Ramenki Sports Complex. This will make crossing the road there more convenient and safer.

Safety islands are essential for separating traffic from pedestrians, reducing the risk of accidents, and making travel more comfortable for residents. They allow pedestrians to safely stop mid-crossing and then continue on their way, ensuring that drivers yield.

City traffic management is a comprehensive effort aimed at creating comfortable and safe travel conditions, always prioritizing residents' opinions, convenience, and road safety. Effective engagement with residents helps to improve the traffic situation in various districts of the capital. Each year, the Center for Traffic Management (TsODD) curators develop over a thousand projects, and about a third of these are initiated by residents themselves.

You can contact the road coordinator and submit a proposal for adjusting the traffic plan by email at koordinator-codd@transport.mos.ru. Please include your district and region in the subject line.

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On March 6, 2026, Gazprom-Media Holding CEO Alexander Zharov congratulated the staff of Central Partnership LLC on its 30th anniversary.

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"Over the past few years, the company has gone through all stages of evolution: from purely television distribution to in-house production, and today it is the undisputed leader in Russian film distribution. 30 years is a wonderful age, reflecting both maturity and youth. I am convinced that the company's most exciting creative projects and impressive results are still ahead."

Alexander Zharov, General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

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The Israeli military announced the start of new "large-scale" airstrikes on Iran.

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Jerusalem, March 6 (Xinhua) — Israel has launched a "large-scale" wave of airstrikes against Iranian government infrastructure in Tehran, the Israeli military announced Friday morning.

Several hours earlier, Israeli Army Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced the transition to the “next phase” of attacks on Iran, during which Israel “will intensify attacks on the foundations of the regime and the country’s military potential.”

Since the start of the joint US-Israeli operation on Saturday, Israeli fighter jets have carried out about 2,500 strikes and dropped more than 6,000 bombs, E. Zamir said in a televised address, adding that about 80 percent of Iranian air defense systems had also been destroyed. –0–

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Türkiye is ready to step up diplomatic efforts amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

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ISTANBUL, March 6 (Xinhua) — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said in Ankara on Thursday that tensions in the Middle East have reached alarming levels following airstrikes on Iran and vowed to step up diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation.

According to him, the situation in the region became extremely frightening after the strikes, which killed hundreds of civilians, including innocent children.

Türkiye will continue to vigilantly protect its borders and airspace, he emphasized. "If a threat to our country's security arises, we will take all necessary measures in coordination with our allies," the president said.

Türkiye will also continue its multi-vector diplomatic efforts to prevent further bloodshed in the region and prevent tensions from escalating to an irreversible point, R.T. Erdogan noted. –0–

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Japan has begun the 18th stage of dumping radioactively contaminated water from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the ocean.

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TOKYO, March 6 (Xinhua) — Japan on Friday began the 18th stage of releasing radioactively contaminated water from the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the ocean.

The water release operation will last 19 days, until March 24, Japanese energy company TEPCO /Tokyo Electric Power/ announced.

According to TEPCO, about 7,800 tons of water containing approximately 2 trillion becquerels of tritium will be discharged.

In fiscal year 2026, the Japanese company plans to discharge a total of 62,400 tons of contaminated water containing approximately 11 trillion becquerels of tritium in eight stages.

In March 2011, the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant was damaged by a powerful earthquake and subsequent tsunami, resulting in a Level 7 nuclear accident, the highest on the International Nuclear and Radiological Event Scale.

Despite opposition from local fishermen, residents, and the international community, TEPCO began discharging radioactively contaminated water from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the ocean in August 2023. The 17th stage of the discharge was completed in December 2025. To date, approximately 133,000 tons of water have been discharged.

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