Category: Russian to English

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Kyiv, January 7 (Xinhua) — Ukraine's international gold and foreign exchange reserves grew by 30.8 percent in 2025, reaching $57.3 billion, the highest level since the country's independence. The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU, or Central Bank) reported this on its website on Wednesday.

The regulator's press service noted that the growth of gold and foreign exchange reserves was made possible by record financial support from Kyiv's international partners, totaling $52.4 billion.

The stable operation of the country's domestic debt market and the NBU's policy—a set of interest rate and exchange rate policy instruments and capital control measures—also contributed to the increase in gold and foreign exchange reserves.

The press service added that the current level of international reserves provides financing for future imports for 5.9 months.

By the end of 2024, Ukraine's gold and foreign exchange reserves increased by 8 percent to $43.8 billion. –0–

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

SHANGHAI, Jan. 7 (Xinhua) — President of the Republic of Korea (ROK) Lee Jae-myung visited the building where the ROK Provisional Government was housed 100 years ago in Shanghai on Wednesday.

"We can't talk about the history of the Korean independence movement without mentioning China," Lee Jae-myung emphasized. "Nearly half of the historical sites associated with this struggle are located in China. This means that China was the main arena of our independence movement."

From 1910 to 1945, the Korean Peninsula was under the colonial rule of Imperial Japan. In 1919, the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea was established in Shanghai. The building, completed in 1925, served as the seat of this government from 1926 to 1932.

During his visit, Lee Jae-myung viewed historical photographs, documents, and maps, and laid flowers at the monument to Kim Gu, the leader of the South Korean independence movement, whose 150th anniversary will be celebrated in 2026.

The President of the Republic of Korea expressed gratitude to China for the restoration of this historic building and its protection over the past thirty years. Since its opening to the public in 1993, a year after the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the Republic of Korea, the site has welcomed millions of visitors and become an important bridge for bilateral exchanges.

“I hope that today’s event will serve as a precious opportunity to commemorate the sacrifices and contributions of our fallen heroes a century ago, and to strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the Republic of Korea and China,” Lee Jae-myung said.

Lee Zhe-meng was in China on a state visit from January 4 to 7. –0–

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Moscow, January 7 (Xinhua) — Russia demands that the United States ensure humane and dignified treatment of Russian citizens aboard the Marinera oil tanker and respect their rights and interests, the Russian Foreign Ministry stated.

The department's statement indicated that Moscow is closely monitoring reports of the landing of American troops on the Mariner.

"Considering the incoming information regarding the presence of Russian citizens among the crew, we demand that the American side ensure their humane and dignified treatment, strictly respect their rights and interests, and not impede their speedy return to their homeland," the Russian Foreign Ministry emphasized.

Earlier on Wednesday, the US European Command announced an operation to seize an oil tanker in the Atlantic Ocean.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Moscow, January 7 (Xinhua) — US military personnel boarded the Mariner oil tanker in the open sea on Wednesday, but contact with it has been lost, according to a statement from the Russian Ministry of Transport.

"Today, at approximately 3:00 PM Moscow time, US Navy forces boarded a vessel in the open sea outside the territorial waters of any state. Contact with the vessel was lost," the agency said in a statement published on its Telegram channel.

The Ministry clarified that on December 24, 2025, the oil tanker Marinera received a temporary permit to sail under the Russian Federation flag, issued on the basis of Russian legislation and international law.

As the Ministry of Transport noted, in accordance with the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, freedom of navigation applies on the high seas, and no state has the right to use force against vessels duly registered in the jurisdictions of other states.

Earlier on Wednesday, the US European Command announced an operation to seize an oil tanker in the Atlantic Ocean.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

BEIJING, January 7 (Xinhua) — China's export controls on dual-use goods to Japan are fully justified, rational, and legal, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday.

Speaking at a regular press briefing, Mao Ning pointed out that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous statements about Taiwan constituted an infringement on China's sovereignty and territorial integrity, constituted gross interference in China's internal affairs, and contained threats of force against China.

As the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson noted, in order to protect national security and interests, as well as fulfill international obligations in the area of non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and other areas, China has taken measures in accordance with laws and regulations. The diplomat added that these measures are entirely justified, rational, and legal.

"The Chinese side urges Japan to take an honest look at the root cause of the problem, rethink its actions, correct its mistakes, and disavow Sanae Takaichi's erroneous statements," Mao Ning emphasized.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 (Xinhua) — The U.S. European Command said Wednesday it seized a Venezuela-linked oil tanker registered as Russian during an operation in the North Atlantic.

"The seizure of the vessel Bella 1 for violating U.S. sanctions was announced today. The vessel was seized in the North Atlantic Ocean pursuant to a warrant issued by a U.S. federal court after being tracked by the U.S. Coast Guard cutter (USCGC) Munro," the command said in a statement on the X social media platform.

USCGC Munro is a Legend-class cutter designed for long-range, high-complexity missions. It is one of the largest vessels in the U.S. Coast Guard fleet.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Xinhua | January 7, 2026

Keywords: USA-Venezuela

Source: Xinhua

Flash: US seizes Venezuela-linked oil tanker Bella 1 in North Atlantic – US Forces Flash: US seizes Venezuela-linked oil tanker Bella 1 in North Atlantic – US Forces

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Xinhua | January 7, 2026

Keywords: USA-Greenland

Source: Xinhua

Lightning: D. Trump confirmed that he is considering the possibility of using American troops to establish control over Greenland for “national security reasons” Lightning: D. Trump confirmed that he is considering the possibility of using American troops to establish control over Greenland for “national security reasons”

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

BEIJING, Jan. 7 (Xinhua) — The Chinese government has amended the Funeral Regulations to better regulate the entire service chain and provide affordable and green funeral services to the public.

The revised regulation, which was issued in a decree signed by Chinese Premier Li Qiang, will take effect on March 30.

The document, which contains 8 chapters and 73 articles, points to the socially significant nature of funeral and burial services and affirms the principles of public benefit, economy, civility, and environmental friendliness.

The regulation provides for the optimization of services, the reform of burial customs, and the promotion of land-saving and environmentally friendly funerals.

The scope of essential public funeral services is being clarified, with provisions for their gradual integration into the national system of basic public services, with dynamic adjustments. A funding mechanism is also being established to meet public demand for essential funeral services.

To prevent excessive fees, a price list system for services is being introduced, prohibiting charges for services not included in the approved price list. Regulatory authorities are required to strengthen price monitoring and enforcement, and pricing violations are being detailed.

The document also provides for strengthened law enforcement cooperation and comprehensive oversight of the entire service chain, including the issuance of death certificates, funerals, burials, and memorial services.

The Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Civil Affairs of China said in a press release that the amendments were designed to address new challenges in the funeral industry.

The departments' statement indicated that the revised regulation provides for increased public investment, expanded provision of infrastructure facilities, reduced financial burden on families, improved service convenience, and the promotion of civilized, low-carbon, and environmentally friendly practices in funeral and memorial events.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Xinhua | January 7, 2026

Keywords: USA-Venezuela

Source: Xinhua

Flash: US seizes Venezuela-bound oil tanker Bella 1 in North Atlantic – US Forces Flash: US seizes Venezuela-bound oil tanker Bella 1 in North Atlantic – US Forces

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source. It represents an accurate account of the source's assertions and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.