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Annual auto exports through the Chinese-Tajik checkpoint of Karasu exceeded 20,000 units for the first time.

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URUMQI, December 17 (Xinhua) — The annual volume of automobile exports through the Karasu port in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region will reach 20,000 units for the first time in 2025, according to data from the local border control agency.

The Karasu checkpoint is the only land transport corridor on the border between China and Tajikistan through which commercial vehicle exports have been carried out since 2023. Currently, this checkpoint primarily handles Chinese-made vehicles such as electric vehicles, dump trucks, and engineering and construction equipment, which are then shipped to markets in Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, and other countries.

Due to the steady growth in automobile exports, the Karasu checkpoint has implemented a number of measures to simplify procedures and expand throughput capacity, resulting in a reduction in customs and border control time for each export consignment by more than 50 percent.

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The economic zones of China and Kazakhstan signed a cooperation agreement to jointly create an investment platform.

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URUMQI, Dec. 17 (Xinhua) — The Ganquanpu Economic and Technological Development Zone in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, and the Aktobe Special Economic Zone in Kazakhstan's Aktobe region recently formally signed a framework agreement on cooperation in the field of an international cooperation park, creating a new platform for international trade and investment.

This important achievement in cooperation marks the transition of interregional cooperation between China and Kazakhstan to a new stage of practical implementation, giving a strong impetus to industrial synergy, resource sharing, openness and win-win situation between the two countries, the Ganquanpu Zone stated.

According to the agreement, the Ganquanpu and Aktobe zones will, by fully utilizing their resource and industrial advantages as core assets, strive to establish a system of cross-border cooperation in all areas and at various levels, with an emphasis on developing cooperation in key areas such as synchronizing industrial development, expanding the scale of trade and economic cooperation, and creating a platform for cross-border innovative cooperation and the exchange of experience.

This new cooperation not only continues the traditional friendly partnership between the two countries but also represents an innovative expansion of bilateral cooperation into new areas. It will infuse cooperation between China and Kazakhstan with a more meaningful and dynamic interregional dimension, said Ding Hui, Deputy Director of the Ganquanpu Zone Administrative Committee.

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Mainland China ready to help Taiwanese businesses seize development opportunities, official says

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BEIJING, December 17 (Xinhua) — The Chinese mainland is ready to help Taiwanese enterprises seize development opportunities provided by China's 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development (2026-2030), Zhu Fenglian, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said at a regular press conference on Wednesday.

She said the Chinese mainland will continue to improve policies and mechanisms to promote economic and cultural exchanges and cooperation across the Taiwan Strait to deepen comprehensive development.

Zhu Fenglian expressed hope that Taiwanese people, including the business community, will cooperate with the mainland to promote the peaceful development of cross-Strait relations and advance the achievement of national reunification.

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China does not accept any external interference in the Taiwan issue.

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Beijing, December 17 (Xinhua) — State Council Taiwan Affairs Office Spokesperson Zhu Fenglian reiterated China's firm opposition to external interference in the Taiwan issue.

She made this statement at a press conference on Wednesday, commenting on Taiwan's Prime Minister Lai Qingde's plan to purchase weapons from the United States.

"We have the will, confidence, determination and ability to defeat any separatist attempt to achieve 'Taiwan independence,'" Zhu Fenglian said, adding that the process of Chinese reunification cannot be stopped.

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Gaussian curvature of pizza and ancient Egyptian calculations: a meta-subject Olympiad for teachers took place in Moscow

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The results of the "Moscow Teacher" interdisciplinary Olympiad have been announced in the capital. This year, it was held for the 12th time and set a record for the number of participants: over 21,000 teachers tested their knowledge and erudition. The press service reported this. Moscow Department of Education and Science.

"The Olympiad traditionally consisted of two rounds: a remote qualifying round and an in-person final. 750 teachers competed in the final round. Based on the evaluation of their work, 25 winners and 50 runners-up were determined. All of them earned the right to participate in the main professional competition for Moscow teachers, 'Moscow Teachers of the Year,'" the department's press service reported.

The Olympiad's tasks required participants to broaden their horizons and think outside the box. For example, they had to determine the shape of a pizza slice using Gaussian curvature, understand the calculations of ancient Egyptian numerals, match types of Russian folk painting with their names, calculate the speed at which rumors spread in a city, and match musical styles to lines of poetry. The in-person round was allotted 90 minutes. Participants were provided with tablets with the necessary software and notepad. They also had the opportunity to use a calculator.

The winners of the Olympiad include Roman Funtikov, a mathematics teacher at School No. 1530 (Lomonosov School), Yulia Sigida, a computer science teacher at Beskudnikovo School, Elena Matvienko, a primary school teacher at Bauman Engineering School No. 1580, Olga Dumayeva, a mathematics teacher at School No. 1324, and Anna Batova, a history teacher at School No. 1506. The full list of laureates is available atwebsite.

"I participate in the interdisciplinary Olympiad every year and almost always make it to the final round. It's a very interesting experience. Firstly, the students see that we also participate in Olympiads, and it motivates them. It also gives them the opportunity to show that teachers are interested in more than just their own subject. I like that the tasks in the interdisciplinary Olympiad are varied and diverse. I often have to revisit areas of knowledge that seemed forgotten. As a computer science teacher, mathematics is, of course, my strong point. But knowledge of foreign languages, reading, and the ability to search for information are also important skills that need to be supported and developed," said Yulia Sigida, winner of the "Moscow Teacher" interdisciplinary Olympiad and computer science teacher at Beskudnikovo School.

The Moscow Teacher Interdisciplinary Olympiad is an annual competition organized by the Moscow Department of Education and ScienceThe competition gives teachers the opportunity to improve their professional skills and evaluate their ability to work with key concepts from various disciplines.

"I believe all subjects are interconnected. I love it when children discover new things in mathematics, physics, or chemistry in my geography lessons. I strive to instill in my students a desire to go beyond the subject they're studying, to make their lives more interesting and prepare them for unexpected turns in life. And I come here not to take up a place, but to have a little fun and learn something new," shared Roman Nazaryev, geography teacher at School No. 548 "Tsaritsyno."

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NSU ranked 6th among Russian universities in the BRICS university rankings.

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The second edition of the Russian version has been published pilot ranking of BRICS universities, which is part of the "Three University Missions" family. The list of the top universities included 750 universities from 20 countries. Russia ranks second in terms of the number of universities represented in the ranking, with 169. NSU ranked sixth among Russian universities and maintained its position in the overall ranking at 19th place, the highest among Russian universities located in the regions.

This year, the ranking's scope was expanded in response to the expansion of the BRICS group. The shortlist includes universities representing the consortium's countries—Brazil, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, China, the United Arab Emirates, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia, and South Africa—as well as countries that received BRICS partner status by June 1, 2025. The winners of the 2025 ranking are Peking University (1st place), Lomonosov Moscow State University (2nd place), and St. Petersburg State University (3rd place).

"NSU maintains its top position in this ranking thanks to the high quality of education and research. The ranking was also positively impacted by the increase in the "Share of International Students"—NSU currently has approximately 1,700 international students from 60 countries. In recent years, we have been developing cooperation with China and West African countries—and the "Number of Student Wins in International Student Olympiads." According to the latter indicator in the "Three University Missions" ranking, NSU has ranked 23rd globally for two years in a row, including consistently ranking in the top 5 among Russian universities," commented NSU Rector and RAS Academician Mikhail Fedoruk.

The BRICS ranking methodology mirrors that of the global "Three University Missions" ranking. A university's performance is assessed across three dimensions: education (45% of the ranking), research (25%), and community engagement (30%). The difference is that the weights of some indicators have been adjusted, such as "Number of student victories in international student competitions" (from 7% to 9%) and "Share of international students in total student enrollment" (from 8% to 10%). At the same time, the weights of "University budget to student enrollment ratio" (from 15% to 13%), "Faculty to student enrollment ratio" (from 15% to 13%), and "Average normalized citation impact (global level)" (from 10% to 8%) have been reduced. Furthermore, an additional indicator, "Number of joint scientific publications with BRICS partners" (weighted 2%), has been added to assess the university's scientific mission.

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Japan halts H3 rocket launch due to system anomaly

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TOKYO, Dec. 17 (Xinhua) — Japan on Wednesday urgently aborted the launch of an H3 rocket carrying the national satellite Michibiki-5.

According to a launch pad announcement, the launch was canceled due to an anomaly in ground systems. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and other parties are investigating the details of the situation.

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Denmark announced a new shipment of military aid to Ukraine.

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Oslo, December 17 (Xinhua) — The Danish government on Tuesday unveiled the 29th military aid package for Ukraine, totaling approximately 1.7 billion Danish kroner (267 million U.S. dollars), the country's Defense Ministry announced.

Ministry Head Troels Lund Poulsen announced the new package during an online meeting of the Contact Group on Ukraine's Defense. The aid package is subject to final approval by the Danish Parliament's Finance Committee.

In addition to the new package, the minister announced that Denmark is ready to contribute to the delivery of the 10th batch of weapons under the “Ukraine Priority Needs List” initiative. –0–

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Drone strikes in Sudan's Kordofan region have killed 104 civilians since December 4, according to the UN.

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Khartoum, December 17 (Xinhua) — At least 104 civilians have been killed in drone attacks in Sudan's Kordofan region since December 4, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk said on Tuesday.

“In one incident, a drone strike on a kindergarten and hospital in Kalogi (South Kordofan) killed at least 89 civilians, including eight women and 43 children,” he said.

F. Türk expressed alarm over the escalation of hostilities between warring factions in Sudan and called on all parties to the conflict, as well as influential states, to seek an immediate ceasefire and prevent further atrocities.

He also condemned the killing of six UN peacekeepers in drone strikes on Saturday against the UN base in Kadugli, South Kordofan. Attacks on peacekeeping personnel may amount to a war crime, the High Commissioner emphasized.

At least six people were killed and 12 others wounded, including medical staff, in a drone strike on Sunday in Dilling, South Kordofan, F. Türk said, noting that medical facilities and staff are protected by international humanitarian law.

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Learn Crowdfunding: NGOs and Social Entrepreneurs Invited to Business School

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The Foundation for Supporting Social Projects announces the start of enrollment in its crowdfunding school. Enrollment is free. The program is designed for small and medium-sized businesses, social entrepreneurs, and nonprofit organizations in Moscow who want to learn how to attract funding for their projects through crowdfunding. Participants will undergo intensive training led by leading experts in the crowdfunding market.

Crowdfunding is a modern model of collective financing that allows project creators to raise funds directly from a community of interested individuals. Initiators receive numerous small contributions through online platforms, offering non-financial rewards in exchange, such as early access to the product, exclusive versions, and more. This tool is becoming increasingly popular today: it provides independence from traditional investors and grants, creates a loyal community around the project, and serves as a powerful marketing tool. In a rapidly changing market, the ability to effectively run a crowdfunding campaign is becoming a critical skill for anyone creating new products, services, or proposing social initiatives.

All graduates of the school will receive a certificate of completion of the program or a certificate of advanced training in the established format upon presentation of the required documents. Participation in the program is free. You can register atschool website.

"Our goal isn't just to talk about crowdfunding, but to give entrepreneurs the tools they need to get their projects off the ground. Therefore, in our program, we emphasize practical approaches, working with a specific target audience, and creating real value for those willing to support the idea," noted Nikita Novosadov, Deputy Director of the Social Projects Support Fund.

A key feature of the program will be working with industry experts. Four video lessons were recorded specifically for the school by some of the leading market players: Alexey Chesnokov, CEO of Planeta.ru; Kirill Kosminsky, Executive Director of the Crowdfunding Association; Nikolay Solodovnikov, founder of the "More Than Money" community; and marketing strategist Yulia Orlova. Their experience will help participants avoid fatal mistakes and develop an effective strategy.

"Crowdfunding has long ceased to be a mechanism for 'simply raising funds.' For project creators, it is primarily a way to test the viability of an idea, find an initial audience, and find partners. Crowdfunding often becomes the starting point for developing a personal brand and accelerating a project. But success requires a proactive approach: regular updates, audience outreach, and high team engagement. The good news is that common mistakes related to expectations, communication, or psychological barriers can be avoided. With proper preparation, crowdfunding goes beyond simple financing and becomes a development tool," notes Kirill Kosminsky.

The 30 most developed projects selected following the training will receive additional support—three personalized consultations with a crowdfunding producer. These sessions will help refine the campaign, develop a motivating rewards system, and prepare it for a confident launch.

The development of a favorable environment for social business is carried out by Fund for the Support of Social ProjectsIt carries out comprehensive activities aimed at developing this sector—from educational and media projects to infrastructure development, the creation of the "Social Enterprise: More Than a Business" trademark, and efforts to improve legislation. All the foundation's programs and services are free and have federal coverage.

The fund was established by the Agency for Strategic Initiatives for the Promotion of New Projects (ASI) in 2017. In 2021, the Moscow Government, represented by Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Development.

Support for entrepreneurs is provided within the framework of the federal project “Small and Medium Entrepreneurship and Support for Individual Entrepreneurial Initiatives,” which is part of the national project "Efficient and competitive economy", as well as the Moscow Mayor's strategy for supporting Moscow entrepreneurship. More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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