On December 15, 2025, the Mosfilm Cinema Center was recognized as the capital's best movie theater. The winners of the annual "Guiding Star" tourism and hospitality awards were announced. The ceremony took place at the Zaryadye Concert Hall. The best tourism industry professionals were announced and awarded in 23 categories. Mosfilm is among the winners!

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December 15, 2025

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The winners of the annual "Guiding Star" tourism and hospitality awards have been announced. The ceremony took place at the Zaryadye Concert Hall. The best tourism industry professionals were announced and awarded in 23 categories. Mosfilm is among the winners!

For 26 years, the Moscow Government has been recognizing industry representatives who make the capital more attractive and comfortable. This year, the competition has 44 winners implementing significant projects for Moscow in the following categories: "People and Personnel," "Gastronomy and Shopping," "Culture and Entertainment," "Public Spaces and Urban Environment," "Hotels," "Media," and others. The jury also awarded the best tour guides, bloggers, restaurateurs, and others.

"We are honored to receive this high recognition from the Moscow Government. Today, the Cinema Center is truly one of the most sought-after cultural venues in the capital. It's important to emphasize that it's more than just a movie theater. Our venue's technical and organizational capabilities allow us to implement dozens of diverse projects—hosting events of any scale, complexity, and original format. We value this award and are thrilled to be able to provide Muscovites and visitors with joy and quality entertainment," noted Karen Shakhnazarov, General Director of the Mosfilm Film Concern.

The Mosfilm Cinema Center (Cinema Park Mosfilm), which opened in 2023, is one of the most iconic and sought-after venues and one of the most popular cultural destinations in Moscow. It offers special screenings, meetings with directors and actors, discussions with critics and experts, and screenings not available in many cinemas—from retrospectives to new festival films—as well as live broadcasts of cultural and sporting events, lectures, shows, and performances. The Mosfilm Cinema Center's facilities allow it to host events of varying scale and complexity, all with unique formats.

On Yandex Maps, the Cinema Center has a perfect score of 5.0 based on hundreds of ratings! This multifunctional complex boasts the best technical equipment in the country, including a Barco 4K laser projector, a massive 227-square-meter screen, a Dolby System 136 acoustic system for uniform sound distribution, and specialized stage equipment suitable for concerts and shows on the large stage. The other cinemas—one with 108 seats and two mini-cinemas with a capacity of 50 each—are also equipped with Barco 4K digital projectors and a Dolby Atmos audio system. Another advantage of the Mosfilm Cinema Center is its ample parking.

As a reminder, in 2024, the Mosfilm Cinema Center won the Active Citizen project's popular vote by a landslide in the category of "Country's Main Premiere Venue." Construction of this large-scale cinema complex was completed without state budget funding, as part of an investment project.

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Financial news: On December 15, 2025, 17-18, the values of the lower limit of the repo price corridor, the carry rate, and the range of interest rate risk assessment for the ZAYM (Zaymer JSC) security were changed.

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December 15, 2025

17:18

In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of PJSC Moscow Exchange by the National Credit Center (JSC) on 15.12.2025, 17-18 (Moscow time), the values of the lower limit of the repo price corridor with the settlement code Y0/Y1Dt (up to -92.02%), the transfer rate and the range of interest rate risk assessment (up to -0.446 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 118.82%) of the ZAYM (Zaymer JSC) security were changed.

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Financial news: On 12/15/2025, at 5:05 PM, the values of the lower limit of the repo price corridor, the carry rate, and the interest rate risk assessment range for the ZAYM (Zaymer JSC) security were changed.

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December 15, 2025

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In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of PJSC Moscow Exchange by the National Credit Center (JSC) on 15.12.2025, 17-05 (Moscow time), the values of the lower limit of the repo price corridor with the settlement code Y0/Y1Dt (up to -73.01%), the transfer rate and the range of interest rate risk assessment (up to -0.356 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 97.91%) of the ZAYM (Zaymer JSC) security were changed.

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China will remain Jordan's most reliable strategic partner, says Chinese Foreign Minister

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AMMAN, Dec. 15 (Xinhua) — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in Amman on Monday that China will remain Jordan's most reliable strategic partner during its development and rise.

Wang Yi, also a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, made the announcement during a meeting with King Abdullah II of Jordan.

During the meeting, the Jordanian monarch noted that he had visited China repeatedly since his youth and harbored deep feelings for the country. He also emphasized his cherished friendship with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

According to Abdullah II, Jordan attaches great importance to developing relations with China and hopes to further strengthen high-level interstate exchanges with China, promote practical cooperation, strengthen interaction and coordination in global and regional affairs, and jointly respond to the unstable situation in the world, especially the chaotic situation in the Middle East.

The King added that Jordan actively supports China's efforts to host the 2nd China-Arab States Summit next year and is ready to make every effort in the preparatory work to ensure that this summit becomes a new opportunity to deepen the strong Arab-Chinese relations.

Wang Yi, for his part, stated that under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, Chinese-Jordanian relations are developing in a healthy and stable manner.

Recalling that this year marks the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the strategic partnership between the two countries, the Chinese Foreign Minister indicated that China is ready to strengthen communication and coordination with Jordan, implement the important consensus reached by the heads of state of the two countries, and chart a course for the development of the bilateral strategic partnership in the next decade.

Wang Yi invited the monarch to visit China to attend the 2nd China-Arab States Summit to work with the Chinese side to take Chinese-Arab cooperation to new heights.

The Chinese diplomat noted that under the leadership of King Abdullah II, Jordan, as a stabilizing force in the region, firmly adheres to principles, upholds justice, and plays a unique and positive role in promoting regional peace.

According to Wang Yi, China is a responsible major power that consistently adheres to the principle of equality of all countries regardless of their size, pursues a policy of non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries, supports all countries in choosing development paths that suit their national conditions, and never imposes its will on others.

China will always stand by the Global South, small and medium-sized countries, and firmly protect the common interests of developing countries, the Chinese Foreign Minister said.

The parties also held an in-depth exchange of views on the situation in the Middle East. –0–

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Georgia's exports increased by 44 percent in November 2025.

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Tbilisi, December 15 /Xinhua/ — Georgia's export volume in November 2025 reached a record high of $782.3 million, up 44.2 percent from November 2024, Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia Vakhtang Tsintsadze said on Monday.

According to V. Tsintsadze, export volumes for January-November also hit a record high, reaching $6.62 billion, 10.1 percent higher than last year's figures. "Over the past 11 months, exports have already exceeded the 2024 cumulative total," he emphasized.

Georgia's trade turnover in November 2025 reached $2.24 billion, a 10.9 percent increase year-on-year. From January to November, trade turnover amounted to $23.22 billion, an increase of 9.5 percent and also setting a new record.

The Deputy Minister noted that the high growth in exports was the result of the government's targeted policies, which include support for small and medium-sized businesses, expansion of free trade, and increased competitiveness of Georgian products in both domestic and foreign markets.

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Azerbaijan's gold imports reached a historic high in 2025.

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Baku, December 15 /Xinhua/ — In 2025, Azerbaijan significantly increased its gold imports, reaching a historic high in both volume and value, the Report news agency reported, citing official data from the State Statistics Committee of Azerbaijan.

From January to October 2025, the country imported 44.4 tons of gold worth approximately $4.52 billion. Compared to the same period in 2024, the value of imports doubled, and the physical volume increased by 64%. The country primarily imported semi-processed gold: rods, wire, plates, sheets, and strips.

The sharp increase is particularly noticeable compared to previous years. From 2020 to 2023, Azerbaijan's total gold imports amounted to less than 2 tons. However, by 2024, the country imported over 41 tons of gold, worth over $3.3 billion, and this trend continued in 2025.

Australia, Russia, the UK, the US, and Switzerland were the main suppliers of gold to Azerbaijan. Supplies from Russia and Switzerland contributed the most to the growth of imports.

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A series of books by Chinese writers translated into Armenian was presented in Yerevan.

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Yerevan, December 15 /Xinhua/ — A presentation of a series of books featuring works by Chinese writers translated into Armenian this year took place on Monday at the Yerevan bookstore of the Arevik Publishing House, the press service of the Armenian Ministry of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports reported.

In 2025, the Arevik Publishing House, with the support of the Ministry, published Armenian translations of the story “The Tree King” /A Cheng/, the play “The Storm” /Cao Yu/, the novel “To Live” /Yu Hua/, the novel “The Tale of the Hulan River” /Xiao Hong/, as well as the collection of essays “I and the Temple of the Earth” /Shi Tesheng/.

Daniel Danielyan, Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports of Armenia, who attended the event, noted the importance of consistent work on the mutual translation and publication of classic works by writers from the two countries. This work is being implemented within the framework of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Mutual Translation and Publication of Classical Works signed on November 25, 2021, in Beijing between the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports of the Republic of Armenia and the State Press and Publication Administration of the People's Republic of China.

According to D. Danielyan, the publication of selected works will allow readers to become acquainted with the history, art, education, literature, and philosophy of Armenia and China—some of the world's oldest and richest civilizations. The Deputy Minister also noted that engaging young professionals in translation work will facilitate the further development of this program.

Within the framework of the program, the novels “Wounds of Armenia” /Khachatur Abovyan/, “Gevorg Marzpetuni” /Muratsan/, the historical monumental work “History of Armenia” /Movses Khorenatsi/, the collection “Tales” /Hovhannes Tumanyan/ and “Stories” /Grigor Zohrab/ were translated into Chinese over the past year.

In the coming years, it is planned to translate and publish new works by Armenian and Chinese writers. –0–

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At least 20 people have died as a result of heavy rains in the Bolivian department of Santa Cruz.

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La Paz, December 15 (Xinhua) — At least 20 people have died and more than 20 are missing after heavy rains and flooding battered villages in Bolivia's Santa Cruz department, the government announced Monday.

Bolivia's Deputy Minister of Civil Defense, Alfredo Troche, reported seven deaths as of December 14. The bodies of the remaining victims were recovered after rescue operations expanded and floodwaters receded.

“Unfortunately, at this time, 20 people have been confirmed dead, and more than two dozen are still missing,” said A. Troche, adding that the Santa Cruz department has been declared a disaster area.

Heavy rains that began on the evening of December 12 caused the Piray River and other tributaries to overflow, affecting at least 22 communities, mostly in the city of El Torno, one of the worst-hit areas. –0–

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The North Caucasus republics of Russia aim to deepen cooperation with China.

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Moscow, December 15 /Xinhua/ — Russia's North Caucasus republics are committed to deepening cooperation with China in various fields, and Russia's recent introduction of a visa-free regime for Chinese citizens opens new opportunities for expanding tourism exchanges and exploring this unique region. This was stated by the leaders of the North Caucasus republics, who met with Xinhua correspondents as part of the "This is the Caucasus" press tour organized by TASS.

Sergey Menyailo, Head of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania, noted that Russia and China have a long history of relations. He stated that today, China boasts an advanced economy and cutting-edge technologies, making the development of mutually beneficial cooperation with the PRC of great interest. "We are very impressed with China's foreign policy position, which aligns with Russia's foreign policy. China is a great power, and its economy has advanced significantly. Therefore, we are happy to discuss these projects and hope that we will eventually implement them, but this requires greater commitment from the Chinese side," the head of the region emphasized.

A striking example of North Ossetia's cooperation with China is the construction of the all-season mountain tourism and recreation complex "Mamison." The complex is located on the picturesque slopes of the Mamison Gorge, through which one of the branches of the Great Silk Road passed. China provided equipment and technology for the construction of cable cars at the resort.

According to S. Menyailo, Mamison has no analogues in Russia. "When it reaches full capacity, it will be a very good ski resort. We are also considering spa treatment. Mamison has eight mineral water springs. All of them are therapeutic and have different properties," the head of North Ossetia said, inviting tourists from China to the new resort.

Rustam Tapaev, Deputy General Director of Kavkaz.RF, emphasized that Mamison is the first resort built jointly with Chinese partners, and this experience has been deemed a great success. He expressed hope that Chinese tourists will visit the resort. "We are ready to adapt as much as possible to the needs of Chinese tourists. This applies to accommodations, food, and other services. Therefore, we will wait and, I believe, within a year we will be able to prepare all the services so that our Chinese friends can comfortably come here," Tapaev added.

The head of the Republic of Ingushetia, Makhmud-Ali Kalimatov, shared his expectations for developing cooperation with China with a Xinhua correspondent. "Interaction with China is very important to us. I hope that flights from Chinese cities will begin flying to our airport, because we need to come, see, and negotiate," he said.

The head of Ingushetia emphasized that the republic places great emphasis on developing tourism and preserving its natural, historical, and cultural heritage. Today, Ingushetia is rightfully considered an open-air museum. Thirty-four routes are open to tourists, and the region's symbol—ancient stone towers—is known beyond the North Caucasus. "To date, we have reconstructed 180 towers, and a total of 220 tower complexes will be restored," said M.-A. Kalimatov. He particularly praised the hospitality of the Ingush people and invited Chinese tourists to visit the republic to see it for themselves.

According to Akhmed Dudayev, assistant to the head of the Chechen Republic and the republic's Minister for National Policy, External Relations, Press, and Information, Chechnya and China currently cooperate in many areas, including economics and other spheres. He expressed hope that, thanks to Russia's introduction of a visa-free regime for Chinese citizens, more Chinese tourists will be able to visit Chechnya and discover the republic for themselves.

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Russia has launched the country's first "gigafactory" for electric vehicle batteries.

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Moscow, December 15 (Xinhua) — Russia's first large-scale lithium-ion battery factory with a full production cycle has launched pilot production in the Kaliningrad region. The press service of the Russian state corporation Rosatom announced this on Monday.

The total capacity of devices produced annually at the new production site is 4 GWh. This is equivalent to approximately 1.5 million charging modules or 50,000 traction batteries for electric vehicles.

Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev called the launch of the new factory “an industrial breakthrough for Russia and a huge contribution to the foundation of national technological sovereignty.”

According to Kaliningrad Region Governor Alexey Besprozvannykh, this project has become the most significant and large-scale for the region in the past ten years.

As Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Mikhail Ivanov noted at the factory's launch ceremony, the Russian energy storage market has grown fivefold over the past four years. It is projected to reach 20-30 GWh by 2030.

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