Chinese Premier Calls for High-Quality Development of Trade in Services

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BEIJING, Aug. 26 (Xinhua) — Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Tuesday stressed the need to push forward high-quality development of trade in services, provide strong support for building a strong trading country and building a new open economic system at a higher level.

Li Qiang made the relevant statements during a thematic study of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, which was held under his chairmanship.

The Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China said that as the external environment changes and the industrial structure of the Chinese economy is adjusted, more attention should be paid to accelerating the innovative development of trade in services.

He stressed that China should actively increase imports of high-quality services, make use of high-level opening-up to promote high-quality development of the domestic service industry, and advance institutional opening-up in trade in services.

It is necessary to create a favorable environment for the import of services, improve the management of cross-border capital, and promote orderly cross-border data flow, the head of the Chinese government added.

China will make efforts to enhance the international competitiveness of services exports and encourage high-quality manufacturers to more closely integrate services exports with goods exports to increase total added value, according to the Chinese premier.

Li Qiang stressed the need to actively promote service exports in emerging areas and accelerate the cultivation and development of new business forms and models such as digital service trade.

It is necessary to deeply develop the potential of service exports in industries with their own specifics and create a number of high-quality brands focused on foreign demand, he added.

The effect of the visa-free policy should be further enhanced to attract more foreign tourists and consumers, promoting more high-quality Chinese services globally, Li Qiang concluded. –0–

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Russia calls on Israel to take urgent measures and prevent further degradation of the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip — Russian Foreign Ministry

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Moscow, August 26 /Xinhua/ — Russia is calling on the Israeli authorities to take urgent measures to prevent further deterioration of the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement published on its website on Tuesday.

"The alarming assessments expressed by high-ranking UN representatives regarding the situation in Gaza cannot but shock. The Russian side calls on the Israeli authorities to take urgent measures to prevent its further degradation, stop the fire, restore unimpeded humanitarian access, and ensure the delivery of necessary humanitarian aid, including food, to all those in need," the statement says.

It is indicated that the Russian Foreign Ministry drew attention to the publication of new data on the record scale of hunger in Gaza, indicating "the highest level of food insecurity." The statement cites the words of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who called what is happening in Gaza "hell" and once again recalled Israel's obligations as an occupying power to provide the population with food. In turn, the head of the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Tom Fletcher emphasized that "famine is being used as a weapon of war and could have been avoided if Israel had not prevented the delivery of humanitarian supplies," the statement says.

As the Russian Foreign Ministry noted, the rapidly deteriorating situation in the Palestinian enclave could pose a threat to the lives of 132,000 children under the age of 5, of whom 41,000 have severe forms of malnutrition (this figure has doubled since May of this year).

"According to available information, in the coming period, the UN Security Council member states plan to make another attempt to agree on a draft resolution on Gaza with a focus on overcoming the humanitarian catastrophe. Moscow expects that this time such a document will be adopted," the Russian Foreign Ministry concluded. –0–

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Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region issues level 4 flood alert

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BEIJING, Aug. 26 (Xinhua) — China's Ministry of Water Resources on Tuesday issued a Level 4 flood alert for Beijing and Tianjin cities and Hebei Province due to heavy rainfall forecast.

According to meteorological forecasts, heavy and torrential rains are expected in some places in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region in northern China from August 26 to 28.

Rivers in the Haihe Basin, such as the Daqinghe and Yongdinghe, are expected to rise in water levels. In areas where heavy rainfall is expected, some small and medium-sized rivers may exceed danger levels.

The Ministry demanded that local authorities closely monitor the situation with precipitation and flooding, strengthen work on forecasting and early warning, take precautions against mountain streams and flooding of urban areas, if necessary, promptly evacuate residents at risk and ensure the safety of life and property of the population.

The department also maintained a Level 4 flood alert in provincial-level regions including Liaoning, Sichuan, Guizhou, Yunnan, Guangdong, Hainan and Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. –0–

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PLA Holds Academic Symposium to Mark 80th Anniversary of Victory in Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression

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BEIJING, Aug. 26 (Xinhua) — The People's Liberation Army (PLA) held a scientific symposium in the Chinese capital on Tuesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

Speaking at the event, Vice Chairman of the Central Military Commission of the People's Republic of China Zhang Youxia called on the armed forces to remember that a country can only be secure with a strong army.

Zhang Youxia stressed the need to strengthen the absolute leadership of the Communist Party of China over the armed forces, comprehensively strengthen combat training and military readiness, accelerate the modernization of national defense and the army through deepening reform, scientific and technological independence, and reorganization of the military command system.

He also called for upholding the post-World War II international order, vigorously advancing the building of a community with a shared future for mankind, and ensuring that China always remains an unwavering force for world peace. –0–

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China to expand water resources monitoring network during 15th Five-Year Plan period

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BEIJING, Aug. 26 (Xinhua) — China will expand its water resources monitoring network system to include more than 200 additional small and micro-reservoirs and aquatic ecosystem indicators during the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030), the Ministry of Ecology and Environment said Tuesday.

China has achieved positive results in keeping water resources clean, Jiang Hohua, head of the aforementioned department's Department of Aquatic Ecosystems and Environment, said at a press conference on Tuesday.

According to him, in the first half of 2025, the share of surface water bodies with water quality from class 1 to 3 on the five-level water quality control scale in the country reached 89 percent, which significantly exceeded the target set for the 14th Five-Year Plan /2021-2025/.

From 2015 to 2024, the proportion of surface water bodies with water quality of grades 1 to 3 increased from 64.5 percent to 90.4 percent, marking nine consecutive years of improvement in water quality, Jiang Huohua added.

The head of the department noted that during the 15th five-year plan, the water resources monitoring network will cover not only large rivers, but also their tributaries, small and micro-reservoirs, in order to more fully reflect the state of water bodies near residential areas.

Jiang Huohua stressed that when setting goals for aquatic ecosystems, it is necessary to take into account the corresponding indicators of aquatic ecology along with physical and chemical indicators in order to more fully reflect the state of aquatic ecosystems. –0–

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Financial news: 08/26/2025, 18-42 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the security RU000A105M67 (CherkizB1P6) were changed.

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08/26/2025

18:42

In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC) on August 26, 2025, 18:42 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 102.85) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1128.98 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 20.0%) of the security RU000A105M67 (CherkizB1P6) were changed.

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Financial News: Corporate Lending, Mortgages See Slight Recovery in July

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The population's mortgage debt (including the mortgage portfolio and securitized loans), according to preliminary data, increased by 0.7% (0.6% in June), which is comparable to the average monthly increase for the first half of 2024. The volume of mortgage issuances for the month increased by 15%.

The consumer loan portfolio continued to shrink, by 0.5% according to preliminary data, after a 0.8% decrease in June. Interest rates on them are still high, although they are gradually decreasing.

The banking sector's claims on companies (including bond investments) increased by 1.1% (0.9% the previous month). About a third of the increase came from housing developers.

The growth rate of household funds in banks is comparable to the previous month: 1.3% after 1.5% in June. Legal entities' funds increased by a significant 1.4% (-0.2% in June), which is partly explained by the advance payment of government contracts.

The sector's profit (RUB 397 billion) remained at the June level (RUB 392 billion minus dividends from Russian subsidiary banks).

Read more in the information and analytical material "On the development of the banking sector of the Russian Federation in July 2025".

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Marat Khusnullin held a meeting with the Governor of the Kaliningrad Region Alexey Besprozvannykh

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Marat Khusnullin held a meeting with the Governor of the Kaliningrad Region, Alexey Besprozvannykh.

Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin held a working meeting with the Governor of the Kaliningrad Region Alexey Besprozvannykh, during which the parties discussed key issues of the socio-economic development of the region.

"The Kaliningrad Region maintains a good pace of development. I can say that it is doing well in road construction. 92.8% of the road network in urban agglomerations, 58.4% of regional roads and 87.6% of federal roads have been brought to standard condition. The region is implementing an important project of the Primorsky Ring, which, among other things, involves the creation of a northern bypass of Kaliningrad. In addition, the drawbridge across the Pregolya River on the Kaliningrad-Sovetsk railway is being reconstructed," said Marat Khusnullin.

The Deputy Prime Minister added that since 2019, about 66 thousand square meters of emergency housing have been resettled in the Kaliningrad Region, thereby improving the living conditions of more than 4.3 thousand people. In addition, work is underway to modernize the communal infrastructure. A treasury infrastructure loan of 4.2 billion rubles was approved for the reconstruction of wastewater treatment facilities in Kaliningrad.

Marat Khusnullin also noted that a large-scale project to create a cultural, educational and museum complex is being successfully implemented in Kaliningrad. It provides for the construction of modern exhibition venues, theater stages, creative educational institutions and housing for students and employees. Among the commissioned facilities is a branch of the Tretyakov Gallery, which opened on June 12, Russia Day.

The new building of the World Ocean Museum "Planet Ocean" with an area of over 10 thousand square meters is also already functioning. The construction of the large facility was carried out by the forces of the PPK "Unified Customer".

In addition, the creation of the Kantiana university campus on the basis of the Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University is ongoing. In total, six modern academic buildings and two dormitories for 2.5 thousand people with co-working spaces, a fitness zone, a food court and recreational areas will be built on the campus.

"A very constructive and productive meeting took place. Such attention and assistance from the federal government allow us to confidently solve strategic tasks to improve transport infrastructure and enhance the quality of life of people," noted Kaliningrad Region Governor Alexey Besprozvannykh.

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Vitaly Savelyev took part in the official ceremony of welcoming the 100 millionth passenger of Pobeda Airlines

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The Vnukovo International Airport hosted a ceremony to welcome the 100 millionth passenger of Pobeda Airlines. It was Anastasia Krylova, who flew from Vnukovo to Kaliningrad.

The event was also attended by Minister of Transport Andrey Nikitin, Head of Rosaviatsia Dmitry Yadrov, and General Director of PJSC Aeroflot Sergey Aleksandrovsky.

Today, Pobeda Airlines ranks second in terms of air transportation volume in Russia. The route network covers more than 100 destinations, half of which are regional, bypassing the capital. On 15 routes, Pobeda is currently the only air carrier. The airline demonstrates record indicators: the average flight load is 95%, and on many routes the load reaches 100%. Pobeda planes spend up to 14 hours a day in the air, and on the ground, thanks to unique technology, the aircraft servicing time between flights is only 25 minutes.

"Pobeda Airlines has made the sky truly accessible to millions of Russians, connecting remote regions and giving people new cities and resorts. It has become a reliable and predictable transport partner. Welcoming the 100 millionth passenger of Pobeda Airlines is a landmark event for domestic civil aviation, symbolizing the efficiency and success of the airline. Pobeda's unique concept is based on high flight safety and punctuality, flexible fares and strict compliance by passengers with special transportation rules. All this allows us to reduce the cost of a flight hour and offer passengers more tickets at favorable prices. This proves that Pobeda successfully fulfills its mission: "We inspire travel by making flights affordable," said Vitaly Savelyev.

"Pobeda has fully justified its name – it is a successful airline that demonstrates outstanding results. Everyone can follow its example! Including other global low-cost airlines," added Transport Minister Andrey Nikitin.

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Financial news: On holding auctions on August 27, 2025 to place OFZ issues No. 26238RMFS and No. 26249RMFS

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For bidders

We inform you that, based on the letter of the Bank of Russia and in accordance with Part I. General Part and Part II. Stock Market Section of the Rules for Conducting Trading on the Stock Market, Deposit Market and Credit Market of Moscow Exchange PJSC, the order establishes the form, time, term and procedure for holding auctions for the placement and trading of the following federal loan bonds:

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Name of the Issuer Ministry of Finance of the Russian Federation
Name of security federal loan bonds with constant coupon income
State registration number of the issue 26238RMFS from 11.06.2021
Date of the auction August 27, 2025
Information about the placement (trading mode, placement form) The placement of Bonds will be carried out in the Trading Mode “Placement: Auction” by holding an Auction to determine the placement price.BoardId: PACT(Settlements: Ruble)
Trade code SU26238RMFS4
ISIN code RU000A1038V6
Calculation code B01
Additional conditions of placement The share of non-competitive bids in relation to the total volume of bids submitted by the Bidder may not exceed 90%.
Trading time Trading time: period for collecting applications: 12:00 – 12:30; period for satisfying applications: 13:00 – 18:00.

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Name of the Issuer Ministry of Finance of the Russian Federation
Name of security federal loan bonds with constant coupon income
State registration number of the issue 26249RMFS from 20.06.2025
Date of the auction August 27, 2025
Information about the placement (trading mode, placement form) The placement of Bonds will be carried out in the Trading Mode “Placement: Auction” by holding an Auction to determine the placement price.BoardId: PACT(Settlements: Ruble)
Trade code SU26249RMFS1
ISIN code RU000A10BVC8
Calculation code B01
Additional conditions of placement The share of non-competitive bids in relation to the total volume of bids submitted by the Bidder may not exceed 90%.
Trading time Trading time: period for collecting applications: 14:30 – 15:00; period for satisfying applications: 15:30 – 18:00.

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