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Dmitry Chernyshenko: 125 driving routes are featured on the national tourism portal "Puteshestvoem.rf."

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The national tourism portal "Puteshestvoem.rf" has added four new car routes—three regional and one interregional—through the Nizhny Novgorod and Sverdlovsk regions, the Volga region, and the Jewish Autonomous Region.

"Our President, Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, noted that car tourism as a form of recreation is becoming increasingly popular. A key tool in developing domestic tourism is the Puteshestvoem.rf portal, which operates as part of the Tourism and Hospitality national project. It offers useful information for tourists, including driving routes developed according to the concept approved by the Russian Government. 125 of these routes have already been developed. Now, car travelers can choose from ready-made routes across 67 regions of the country," said Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko.

The total length of verified routes is over 43,000 km, and ready-made road trip ideas cover more than 1,550 tourist attractions, including museums, churches, nature reserves, and industrial facilities. For the convenience of road tourists, over 1,000 roadside service facilities and approximately 370 multifunctional zones are available along the routes.

The new products include: "Auto Route through the Jewish Autonomous Region" A 334-kilometer-long route, where you can relax at the Kuldur spa and resort with its hot springs, visit the Bastak Nature Reserve with its Komarov lotus lakes, and conclude the journey with a visit to the Battle of Volochayevka Memorial Museum Complex. This route is the fifth in the Far East.

Two-day car route "Along the roads of princes and masters of the Nizhny Novgorod region"The 210-kilometer-long route runs through Balakhna, Purekh, Chkalovsk, Zavolzhye, and Gorodets. Here, tourists will learn about the history of salt production and Volga shipbuilding, Balakhna lace, and Purekh bells.

Five-day tripFrom the shrines of Nizhny Novgorod to the latitudes of SaratovThe 851 km long route passes through the pilgrimage and tourist cluster "Arzamas – Diveyevo – Sarov", the Nizhny Novgorod region, the Republic of Mordovia, the Penza and Saratov regions, introducing travelers to places associated with the name of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

Four-day itinerary"The Northern Urals: A Journey Through Centuries and Peaks"The 780-kilometer route through the Sverdlovsk region begins in Yekaterinburg and passes through Nevyansk with its famous Leaning Tower. Travelers will then head to Verkhoturye, the spiritual capital of the Urals, before reaching Mount Konzhakovsky Kamen, the highest point in the Middle Urals.

"Due to ongoing restrictions on air travel, the development of car tourism is becoming a strategic priority for the tourism industry. Today, people are increasingly choosing to travel by car – it's convenient, mobile, and allows them to plan their vacations without being tied to regular transportation schedules. Therefore, at the direction of the President of Russia, we are implementing the Concept for the Development of Car Tourism to create all the conditions for such travelers throughout the country. "Puteshestvouem.rf" currently offers 125 pre-made, diverse road trips, so everyone can find the perfect option for themselves: whether you want to embark on a long, multi-day trip and explore several regions at once, or take a short weekend getaway to recharge and soak up the excitement. This approach meets the needs of modern tourists. People have become more active; they want to manage their own vacations, get more done, and see interesting places, rather than just sit in one place. Road trips offer precisely this freedom and the opportunity to quickly experience the history, nature, and culture of different corners of our country," commented Minister of Economic Development Maxim Reshetnikov.

Road trips are becoming an increasingly popular form of recreation among Russians, a natural result of systematic efforts to develop domestic tourism within the framework of the national project "Tourism and Hospitality."

The Russian Ministry of Economic Development, the Ministry of Culture, the Ministry of Digital Development, the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Center for Strategic Research, the National Priorities Autonomous Non-Profit Organization, regional authorities, the business community, and industry associations are continuing to work to create a network of automobile tourist routes equipped with modern infrastructure and safe roads, reliable communications and navigation, developed roadside services, and comfortable conditions for travelers.

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Yuri Trutnev: With the participation of DOM.RF, more than 150 rental apartments have been occupied in Khabarovsk and Anadyr.

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Another 153 apartments have been occupied in the Far East under the program Affordable rental housing in the Far Eastern Federal District and the Arctic Zone of the Russian Federation, operated by DOM.RF. A total of 3,188 apartments in nine regions have already been delivered to tenants, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District Yuri Trutnev.

In Anadyr (Chukotka Autonomous Okrug), 40 families received keys to their apartments in the presence of regional governor Vladislav Kuznetsov. They were provided with rental housing in a building that is part of the Yagodny-2 residential complex. In Khabarovsk, 113 apartments in the Severny Park residential complex have been occupied. The categories of tenants have been determined by regional authorities. They include doctors, teachers, young professionals under 35, employees of defense industry enterprises, and representatives of other in-demand professions.

"We are fulfilling the goal set by the head of state to provide young professionals and in-demand workers with housing at subsidized rent. Tenants pay about a quarter of the market price, with the state subsidizing the remaining costs. This program helps those already living and working in the Far East and attracts additional specialists, thereby contributing to the economic development of the macroregion and improving people's lives," said Yuri Trutnev.

A rental house in Khabarovsk was built on a plot of land transferred to the developer following one of the first DOM.RF auctions for the right to conclude a comprehensive territorial development agreement (CTDA), took place by the end of 2021. In total, more than 600,000 square meters of housing are planned to be built on a territory with a total area of 66.9 hectares.

"Our goal when implementing large-scale projects in the Far East is to offer comprehensive solutions that not only provide people with square meters but also create a comfortable urban environment in new microdistricts. DOM.RF offers a wide range of market-relevant and government-supported tools for this purpose. The Khabarovsk project is a prime example of this approach, as it utilizes project financing from DOM.RF, along with land transfer for construction, and an infrastructure bond mechanism, which made it possible to build the TM-35 heating main, which will eventually provide heat to 30,000 families in three microdistricts under construction," noted Denis Filippov, Deputy General Director of DOM.RF.

Thanks to subsidies from the federal and regional budgets, a family in Khabarovsk will pay approximately 4,600 rubles per month for an apartment of approximately 20 square meters, and 19,500 rubles for an apartment of approximately 83 square meters. This is the third rental building in the region built under the program. A total of 2,388 new apartments will be rented out under the program in the region.

"Constructing affordable rental housing isn't just about adding square footage; it's an investment in the region's future. This approach not only provides housing for the region's needed specialists but also creates a sustainable environment for attracting talent and boosting the economy. Last year, more than 320 families in Khabarovsk Krai improved their housing conditions thanks to the program: 84 of them received keys to apartments in Komsomolsk-on-Amur and 240 in Khabarovsk. DOM.RF is a reliable partner in implementing this goal," said Khabarovsk Krai Governor Dmitry Demeshin.

The monthly rent for a 36.5 square meter apartment in Anadyr will be 12,100 rubles thanks to subsidies from the federal and regional budgets, while for a 59.4 square meter apartment, it will be 19,900 rubles. This is the second rental building in Chukotka to be completed under the program. The first, along with 42 families, will be completed in Vladivostok in December 2023. received 40 families received keys to apartments in the Yagodny residential complex. A total of 366 rental apartments will be handed over to residents in the district.

"Rental homes are a key solution for those who want to work and live in Chukotka. This program allows professionals not only to come here, but to stay here, raise their children, and build a future. In partnership with DOM.RF, we create comfortable conditions and ensure an influx of new professionals for the region," emphasized Vladislav Kuznetsov.

DOM.RF operates a program to build affordable rental housing in the Far Eastern Federal District and the Arctic. The Russian government has allocated 87 billion rubles for this purpose. The construction of approximately 11,400 rental apartments in all 11 regions of the Far Eastern Federal District has already been financed. started Construction of the first building in the Murmansk region. Thanks to special financing conditions and subsidies from federal and regional budgets, the monthly rental rate is approximately one-quarter of the market average.

Since 2016, DOM.RF has been operating in several residential rental categories: commercial, corporate, discounted rentals for certain categories of citizens, and student rentals. The company's portfolio currently includes 87 projects in 20 regions of Russia. In total, it has financed the construction of over 22,500 apartments and suites with modern finishes, furniture, and appliances, covering a total area of 1.1 million square meters. The total investment volume is approximately 140 billion rubles.

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China aims to increase the total size of its tea industry to 1.5 trillion yuan by 2030.

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

BEIJING, Feb. 14 (Xinhua) — China on Saturday released guidelines to promote the upgrading of the tea industry, aiming to build an industry chain worth 1.5 trillion yuan (about 216 billion U.S. dollars) by 2030.

A document jointly prepared by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China and four other government agencies aims to significantly improve the quality and efficiency of the tea industry. By 2030, the plan is to create a sector that is well-supplied, environmentally friendly, intelligent, and internationally competitive.

Until then, by 2028, the main tea-producing regions, while maintaining stable growth rates, should demonstrate new advances that will contribute to a sustained improvement in the quality and efficiency of local production and, consequently, a significant increase in the level of modernization of the industry chain, an expansion of the product range and consumption scenarios.

To ensure the achievement of these goals, the document outlines a set of key objectives, specifically addressing the need to enhance scientific and technological innovation, support market players, and build specialized industrial clusters. Efforts will also be focused on expanding the use of tea raw materials and components in sectors such as household goods, household chemicals, cosmetics, and healthcare.

China is known as the birthplace of tea. For thousands of years, tea has been deeply ingrained in Chinese culture and has become an integral part of daily life. -0-

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Feature: A concert to celebrate Chinese New Year was held at the Confucius Institute at the Azerbaijan University of Languages.

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

Baku, February 14 /Xinhua/ – A concert to celebrate the Chinese New Year (Year of the Horse according to the lunar calendar) was held at the Confucius Institute of the Azerbaijan University of Languages on Friday. People from various walks of life in China and Azerbaijan celebrated the upcoming holiday in a joyful and festive atmosphere.

The assembly hall of the Azerbaijan University of Languages was decorated with red lanterns and festive decorations, and Chinese music was played throughout. Chinese characters for "luck," "happiness," and "prosperity" were hung on the walls, symbolizing the festive atmosphere. Some Azerbaijanis attended the event wearing traditional Chinese clothing.

Chargé d'Affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Azerbaijan, Ding Tao, congratulated the guests on the upcoming New Year and noted that the celebration of Chinese New Year in various countries around the world reflects the Chinese people's aspiration for a bright future in which various civilizations coexist harmoniously and learn from each other. This is a clear example of the implementation of the Global Civilization Initiative, which gives new impetus to building a community with a shared future for humanity.

According to Ding Tao, under the strategic leadership of the two heads of state, China-Azerbaijan relations have entered a new stage of high-quality and comprehensive development, and the friendship between the two countries and their peoples has acquired a new meaning that meets the demands of the times. The Chinese Embassy in Azerbaijan will continue to support the friendship between the two countries and develop Chinese language teaching in the country.

In her speech, Zara Garipova, Vice-Rector of the Azerbaijan University of Languages, noted that celebrating Chinese New Year has become a university tradition. Such events offer Azerbaijani students the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the unique Chinese culture, foster interest in learning the Chinese language, and cultivate a love for the Chinese people, history, and traditions. This demonstrates the expanding humanitarian cooperation and strengthening friendship between the two nations, and is also a result of cultural exchanges and mutual learning between countries located along the Silk Road.

At the concert, artists presented a vibrant and diverse cultural program, showcasing the impressive achievements of the Confucius Institute at the Azerbaijan University of Languages in cultural exchange and personnel training over the past decade. Melodic Chinese songs conveyed beautiful New Year wishes and evoked homesickness in the hearts of Chinese living abroad. Azerbaijani students, dressed in traditional Chinese costumes, performed a graceful dance, revealing the unique charm of Eastern culture. Poems were recited with genuine inspiration, extolling their love for Chinese culture and celebrating the friendship between China and Azerbaijan. The captivating and melodic sounds of the khulusi (a type of flute) transported listeners to the fairytale landscapes of the Chinese city of Xishuangbanna, which seemed to come to life right before their eyes. A guitar performance, full of youthful energy, enhanced the joyful atmosphere of the celebration.

As Chinese-Azerbaijani relations rapidly develop, more and more Chinese tourists are visiting Azerbaijan, and the number of Chinese companies investing in the country's economy and establishing businesses here is growing. Azerbaijanis' interest in learning Chinese is currently at an all-time high. In recent years, the number of Azerbaijani students studying in China has increased exponentially. For many Azerbaijanis, China is associated with success and modern technology, and learning Chinese opens new career prospects. It's not uncommon for entire families to study Chinese.

Elementary school student Leila performed a Chinese song at a concert. Despite her young age, she has already become a celebrity in the local Chinese-speaking community and frequently participates in events organized by the Confucius Institute. Leila's mother often tells her about her travels in China, awakening in her daughter a warm feeling for this distant country.

Gunul Huseynova, a lecturer at the Azerbaijan University of Languages, attended the concert as a spectator. Both of her daughters are studying Chinese at the Confucius Institute. The older daughter began learning first, and then the younger one joined her. Infected by their enthusiasm, Gunul and her nephew also began learning Chinese. Gunul noted that Azerbaijan is short of Chinese language teachers. Despite being over 40, she is determined to learn Chinese well and then teach it.

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China Releases Water Supply Regulations (Detailed Version 1)

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

BEIJING, Feb. 14 (Xinhua) — Chinese Premier Li Qiang signed a State Council decision promulgating the Water Supply Regulations, which will take effect on June 1, 2026.

The document consists of eight chapters and 50 articles.

Its objective is to promote high-quality development of the water supply sector, ensure water supply security and improve service levels to better meet the needs of economic and social development, as well as the vital needs of the population.

The Regulation emphasizes both the importance of developing water sources and the importance of preserving water resources, along with the need to ensure equal access to water supply services.

It also highlights the need to improve the security of water supply sources and strengthen the construction of water supply facilities.

The document also calls for efforts to standardize water supply operations and services, strengthen the management and protection of water supply facilities, and improve water emergency response systems.

In addition, the regulation emphasizes legal liability, explains punishable offenses, and provides measures to increase penalties. -0-

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The Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China emphasized the importance of ensuring security in key sectors and the service industry during the Spring Festival.

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BEIJING, Feb. 14 (Xinhua) — Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Saturday stressed the need to ensure transportation services during this year's Chunyun holiday, pay special attention to industrial safety and social stability, and improve the quality of tourism services so that people can enjoy a happy and peaceful holiday.

Li Qiang, who is also a member of the Standing Committee of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, made the call during an inspection by the Ministry of Emergency Management of the People's Republic of China. -0-

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China to establish regular financial support mechanism to promote agricultural modernization

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Beijing, February 14 (Xinhua) — The People's Bank of China (PBOC, the central bank) and three other government agencies have issued guidelines for establishing a regular financial support mechanism. This initiative aims to prevent a relapse into poverty and promote comprehensive rural revitalization, the PBOC announced on Saturday.

The guidelines set out a series of financial measures jointly issued by the PBOC, the State Administration of Financial Regulation, the China Securities Regulatory Commission and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs.

In particular, the principles call for improving the long-term development-oriented financial assistance mechanism for key populations, as well as optimizing microcredit programs for people emerging from poverty and rural households, with the aim of providing regular support to prevent rural residents from falling back into poverty.

The document proposes increasing the allocation of financial resources to key areas to improve financial services in grain and edible oil production. It calls for increased medium- and long-term funding for rural infrastructure development to support the integrated development of agriculture, culture, and tourism.

The guidelines also call for encouraging financial institutions, especially in underdeveloped areas, to issue special bonds for small and micro enterprises and agriculture-related sectors. -0-

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Wang Yi called on China and the EU to make joint efforts to solve global problems

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Munich, Germany, February 14, Xinhua — China and the European Union (EU) should respect each other's core interests and major concerns, properly handle differences and contradictions, deepen practical cooperation, and join forces to address global challenges. This was stated on Friday by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, a member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, during a trilateral meeting with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, respectively.

Wang Yi called the first-ever trilateral meeting a groundbreaking step in response to the changing global situation and an important opportunity for strategic communication.

The Chinese diplomat emphasized that the world is experiencing the most profound and complex changes since World War II, amid the rise of unilateralism, protectionism, and power politics. He called for upholding the principles of mutual respect, seeking common ground while maintaining differences, promoting openness and cooperation, and pursuing win-win cooperation to chart a course for China-EU relations and ensure greater stability and certainty in a volatile and turbulent world.

Five decades of exchanges and cooperation have shown that China and Europe are partners, not rivals, interdependence poses no risk, convergence of interests is not a threat, and openness and cooperation do not undermine security, Wang Yi said.

He noted that China's development is an opportunity for Europe, and the country does not pose a challenge to the EU. Wang Yi expressed hope that Germany and France, based on their own interests and the EU's shared interests, will help the bloc develop an objective and comprehensive understanding of China, pursue a rational and pragmatic policy toward China, and view Sino-European relations as a partnership.

J. Wadephul stated that in a turbulent world, Germany and France need dialogue and communication with China more than ever in order to strengthen mutual trust, eliminate misunderstandings, play the role befitting major countries, and present a united front.

According to him, Germany attaches great importance to China's positive role in global affairs and is ready to strengthen cooperation and coordination with it. Germany and France reaffirm their firm commitment to the one-China policy and strive to develop long-term and stable relations with China, J. Wadephul added.

He also stated that Germany supports free trade and opposes decoupling and disruption of production and supply chains, and is ready to cooperate with China to resolve trade disputes through consultations and promote the balanced development of economic and trade relations between the EU and China.

Jean-Nicolas Barrot, in turn, noted the growing instability in the modern world, threats to multilateralism and international order, and protracted conflicts in various regions. He stated that France, China, and Germany must work together to strengthen world peace and improve global governance.

The more unstable the international situation, the greater the need to build partnerships, the French diplomat noted, adding that France is committed to strengthening stable and positive relations between the EU and China.

Jean-Néphen Barrot stated that France welcomes the Global Governance Initiative proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping and looks forward to communication and dialogue with China to promote coordination on multilateral platforms and defend multilateralism and free trade.

The parties also exchanged views on key issues in China-EU relations and matters of mutual interest, including the Ukrainian crisis. They praised the meeting's significance and agreed to maintain strategic communication.

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The 39th African Union Summit on Water Security and Development opened in Addis Ababa.

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ADDIS ABABA, Feb. 14 (Xinhua) — The 39th session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU) opened on Saturday at the AU headquarters in Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa.

The theme of the two-day summit coincides with the African Union's 2026 theme: "Ensuring sustainable access to water and safe sanitation to achieve Agenda 2063." Leaders of AU member states are participating in the event.

In addition to sustainable water management, summit participants also discussed a range of other topics, including peace and political stability, economic development, regional integration, and efforts to strengthen Africa's global standing and unity.

The opening session was attended by heads of state and government of African countries, as well as heads of continental and international organizations, including the Chairman of the AU Commission, Mahamoud Ali Yusuf, and the UN Secretary-General, António Guterres. –0–

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Breaking: Xi Jinping sends congratulatory message on the occasion of the 39th African Union Summit

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BEIJING, Feb. 14 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday sent a congratulatory message to African Union (AU) Chairman and Angolan President João Lourenço and AU Commission Chairman Mahamoud Ali Yusuf, warmly congratulating African countries and people on hosting the 39th AU Summit. –0–

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