Exclusive: China is creating space for development that will allow both itself and its partners to prosper, according to a Russian expert.

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Moscow, December 12 /Xinhua/ — China has played a key role in promoting global development, creating conditions for growth not only for its own economy but also for the economies of partner countries. This opinion was expressed in an interview with Xinhua by Ekaterina Zaklyazminskaya, head of the Center for World Politics and Strategic Analysis at the Institute of China and Modern Asia of the Russian Academy of Sciences (ICSA RAS).

"It's noteworthy that China's development model differs from the West's primarily in its lack of desire to grow at the expense of other countries. Rather, China creates the conditions for development for the entire world: it invests in infrastructure development and supplies the necessary equipment to countries that are just beginning to industrialize, facilitating the development of their industrial sectors," noted E. Zaklyazminskaya.

According to her, China's contribution to global economic growth amounts to approximately 30 percent, and new businesses and jobs are emerging in countries of the Global South with Chinese support. "China is creating a space for development and growth that allows both China and its partners to prosper," the expert concluded.

According to E. Zaklyazminskaya, the creation of the International Mediation Organization (IOMed) was a timely step in a context where countries around the world are "tired of the dictates of the hegemon." "China is seeking to contribute to international dispute resolution, to become not just a participant, but a true creator of effective global governance institutions," the expert noted. She added that the era of dictates and coercion is becoming a thing of the past, and more and more countries want to work together to advance the ideas of true multilateralism.

Commenting on China's four global initiatives, the Russian expert noted that they represent the practical embodiment of the concept of building a community with a shared future for humanity. "China wants our planet to become a space of development, peace, and harmony, where all people, regardless of their religion or values, can live in a safe environment, with the opportunity to develop and engage in intercivilizational dialogue," she emphasized.

According to Beijing's vision, the expert added, the global governance system will transition from the hegemony of a single actor to true multipolarity, where the voice of every state will be heard. "The era of the standardized Western model is drawing to a close, being replaced by a diverse array of civilizations and cultures," concluded E. Zaklyazminskaya. –0–

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Japanese militarism is the common enemy of all the peoples of the world – Chinese Foreign Ministry /more details/

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BEIJING, Dec. 12 (Xinhua) — Japanese militarism is the common enemy of peoples around the world, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said on Friday.

According to him, China will work with all peace-loving countries and peoples to defend the results of the victory in World War II and the post-war international order.

"We strongly urge the Japanese side to thoroughly rethink history, learn from it, completely break with militarism, and eliminate its residual influence through concrete actions," the Chinese diplomat said at a regular departmental press conference.

He made the remarks while responding to a question about the upcoming 12th National Remembrance Day for the Nanjing Massacre amid the current tensions between China and Japan caused by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks regarding Taiwan.

Noting that this year marks the 88th anniversary of the Nanjing Massacre, Guo Jiakun recalled that, in accordance with the decision approved by the National People's Congress, China will hold an annual memorial ceremony to commemorate the victims of the Nanjing Massacre.

"The Nanjing Massacre was a monstrous crime committed by Japanese militarists. There is no room for denial," said Guo Jiakun, adding that the massacre of 300,000 Chinese people is one of the darkest chapters in human history.

He emphasized that the aggressive war unleashed by Japanese militarists against China and other Asian countries under the pretext of a so-called “survival-threatening situation” and countless crimes against humanity are nothing more than a disgrace in the history of human civilization.

The Japanese government has long condoned the regressive actions of right-wing elements, Guo Jiakun noted, noting that many prime ministers and other political figures continue to visit the Yasukuni Shrine, where Class A war criminals are venerated, and that the Japanese side has even tried to whitewash its war crimes and glorify its history of aggression by repeatedly revising textbooks.

"These outrageous actions constitute a flagrant challenge to the international order established after World War II and an insult to human conscience," Guo Jiakun said, adding that this has provoked strong outrage and heightened concern in the international community.

Recalling that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, as well as the 80th anniversary of Taiwan's return to China, Guo Jiakun stated that after these 80 years, the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation remains unstoppable.

"China will never allow the Japanese right-wing forces to turn back the wheel of history, will never allow external forces to take over the Chinese region of Taiwan, and will never allow the revival of Japanese militarism," the official representative of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs concluded.

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Financial news: On December 15, 2025, a new basis for calculating the zero-coupon yield curve for government bonds comes into effect.

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From December 15, 2025, a new composition of the calculation base for the zero-coupon yield curve of government bonds (federal loan bonds) will come into effect.

The calculation basis for the zero-coupon yield curve for government bonds, effective from 15.12.2025

No. Name State registration number
1 OFZ 26245 SU26245RMFS9
2 OFZ 26219 SU26219RMFS4
3 OFZ 26226 SU26226RMFS9
4 OFZ 26207 SU26207RMFS9
5 OFZ 26232 SU26232RMFS7
6 OFZ 26212 SU26212RMFS9
7 OFZ 26242 SU26242RMFS6
8 OFZ 26228 SU26228RMFS5
9 OFZ 26218 SU26218RMFS6
10 OFZ 26241 SU26241RMFS8
11 OFZ 26221 SU26221RMFS0
12 OFZ 26244 SU26244RMFS2
13 OFZ 26225 SU26225RMFS1
14 OFZ 26233 SU26233RMFS5
15 OFZ 26240 SU26240RMFS0
16 OFZ 26243 SU26243RMFS4
17 OFZ 26230 SU26230RMFS1
18 OFZ 26238 SU26238RMFS4
19 OFZ 26239 SU26239RMFS2
20 OFZ 26247 SU26247RMFS5
21 OFZ 26236 SU26236RMFS8
22 OFZ 26237 SU26237RMFS6
23 OFZ 26248 SU26248RMFS3
24 OFZ 26235 SU26235RMFS0
25 OFZ 26224 SU26224RMFS4
26 OFZ 26246 SU26246RMFS7
27 OFZ 26249 SU26249RMFS1
28 OFZ 26250 SU26250RMFS9
29 OFZ 26252 SU26252RMFS5

Detailed information on the zero-coupon yield curve for government bonds (federal loan bonds) is available on the exchange's website. http://moex.com/a3642

Contact information for media: 7 (495) 363-3232PR@moex.com

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December 12, 2025: Nile Light Cruise. A new offering from Sozvezdie. Explore Egypt's iconic sights on cruises between Aswan and Luxor: 4/5 days, starting from $480.

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We are pleased to announce that the "Classic Nile Cruises" program, part of the "Discovering the World with Constellation" project, now offers only the cruise portion of the tour.

Nile Light Cruises are 4- or 5-day cruises between Aswan and Luxor on the Jaz Al Qassida, during which you will sail along the great river, the cradle of ancient Egyptian civilization, and see the iconic sights of Egypt:

Luxor is an open-air museum housing approximately a third of all ancient Egyptian monuments, including the legendary Karnak Temple and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the tombs of the pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings, and the stone Colossi of Memnon. Aswan is the perfect place to experience the rhythm of the great river. It is home to the magnificent Aswan Dam and the romantic Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Edfu is the best-preserved temple of ancient Egypt, dedicated to the god Horus, the patron of pharaonic power. Kom Ombo is an architectural phenomenon: a double temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus. Its terraces offer stunning views of the Nile.

CHOOSE A NILE LIGHT CRUISE

About the ship Jaz Al Qassida:

By December 2025, the motor ship Jaz Al Qassida

The ship accepts only 56 guests on board, and throughout the entire journey you will be surrounded by the attention and care of our experienced cruise management.

Full board accommodation, Russian-language service, and an evening program with a national twist will allow you to relax and enjoy the majestic Nile in the most comfortable conditions.

The onboard restaurant offers international, Egyptian, and Eastern cuisine. The menu is available in Russian.

You can also enjoy the open sun deck with a swimming pool and bar. For an additional fee, you can relax in the massage parlor—your own oasis of tranquility on board. The music and aromas of the East will help you forget your everyday worries.

We would like to note that within the framework of the full Classic cruise on the Nile"In addition to the cruise portion, you can spend two action-packed days in Cairo: see the only surviving wonder of the world – the Great Pyramid of Giza, the majestic Sphinx, go on a tour of the pharaohs' treasury – the Egyptian Museum, and relax for three days at a hotel in Hurghada on the Red Sea coast.

On Nile Light Cruises, you'll enjoy all the benefits of the "Discover the World with Constellation" project:

An intimate atmosphere – the Jaz Al Qassida cruise ship will be at the sole disposal of Sozvezdie guests for the duration of the cruise; an all-inclusive package with a full range of services – cruise, full excursion program, tips, medical insurance, and visa support (if needed); support, care, and attention from the Sozvezdie group leader and accompanying staff throughout the entire route, as well as assistance with any questions onboard; fully Russian-language service – an informational chat with pre-cruise preparation, excursions with Russian-speaking guides, an onboard newspaper, and a daily program in Russian.

Cruise programs:

DAY 1

LUXOR

Check-in onboard the Al Qassida. Lunch and dinner on board.

You can spend the day getting to know the ship or relaxing on the open deck by the pool. In the evening, the sunset over the Nile will create a magical atmosphere for the first day of the cruise.

DAY 2

LUXOR

Breakfast on board. Excursion along the West Bank of the Nile: visit the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.

Lunch on board. Excursion along the east bank of the Nile: visit to the Temple of Karnak.

Accommodation in a cabin of your choice on the Jaz Al Qassida motor ship; Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including soft drinks during meals; excursions as per the tour program, accompanied by Russian-speaking guides; transfers on comfortable buses during the excursion program; support from the management at all stages of the trip: meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure as per the program; medical insurance (for Russian citizens up to and including 64 years of age); an entertainment program on board the motor ship and an onboard newspaper in Russian; tips for the staff.

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St. Petersburg expects an increase in the number of tourists from China, according to the vice governor.

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St. Petersburg, December 12 /Xinhua/ — St. Petersburg expects a 30 percent increase in Chinese tourists in 2026 due to the introduction of a visa-free regime. This was announced on Friday by Deputy Governor Boris Piotrovsky at the "Travel Hub. Come. Winter" forum.

He said that the number of tourists in St. Petersburg will reach 12.5 million by 2025, a 7% increase from 2024, when 11.6 million tourists visited the city. "Now, visitors come to the city not only in the summer but also in the winter, which wasn't as popular 10-15 years ago," he noted.

The "Travel Hub. Come. Winter" forum is taking place from December 11th to 13th in St. Petersburg. –0–

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Xi Jinping sent congratulations to participants of the forum dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust

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Beijing, December 12 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday sent a congratulatory message to participants of the forum held in the capital of Turkmenistan dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust.

As Xi Jinping noted in his address, 2025 marks the International Year of Peace and Trust, proposed by Turkmenistan and approved by the UN General Assembly. Furthermore, this year also marks the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's status as a permanently neutral state, the Chinese President added.

China and Turkmenistan are good friends with a common vision and reliable partners committed to mutually beneficial cooperation, the Chinese leader continued, noting that China firmly supports Turkmenistan in pursuing a policy of permanent neutrality and highly appreciates its active efforts to maintain global and regional peace and stability and promote the common development of all countries.

Xi Jinping emphasized that global challenges are currently multiplying, conflicts and confrontations are constantly emerging, and the world needs peace and trust more than ever.

According to the Chinese President, history shows that the more volatile and chaotic the international situation, the more the international community needs to join forces and support each other.

He noted that it is necessary to maintain mutual respect, mutual trust and understanding, eliminate the peace deficit, firmly uphold the authority and status of the UN, resolve disputes by peaceful means, and resist hegemony, bullying and harming others for personal gain.

Xi Jinping also called for following the principle of joint consultation, joint contribution and shared benefits to eliminate the trust deficit, upholding fairness and justice through the international rule of law, promoting unity and cooperation through multilateralism, adhering to the principle of jointly discussing global affairs, jointly maintaining the international order and sharing the fruits of governance.

The Chinese President emphasized that his recently proposed Global Governance Initiative offers a Chinese solution to reforming and improving the global governance system. He also expressed China's readiness to work with all countries to maintain world peace, promote common development, and advance the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.

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China intends to maintain communication and consultations with India to facilitate cross-border movement of people, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry.

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Beijing, December 12 (Xinhua) — China intends to maintain communication and consultations with India to steadily promote the facilitation of cross-border movement of people between the two sides, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Friday.

The diplomat made the statement at a regular departmental press briefing, commenting on media reports that India had cut bureaucratic procedures to expedite the issuance of business visas for Chinese specialists.

"We welcome this positive step. Easing the movement of people serves the common interests of all parties," Guo Jiakun emphasized.

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China supports South Africa's continued participation in G20 cooperation, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry.

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Beijing, December 12 (Xinhua) — China supports South Africa in continuing its participation in G20 cooperation, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Friday.

The diplomat made the statement at a regular departmental press briefing, commenting at a journalist's request on the United States' statement that after assuming the G20 presidency this month, it will not invite South Africa to participate in the 2026 G20 summit or to cooperate within the association.

Guo Jiakun recalled that South Africa successfully hosted the G20 summit in Johannesburg last month, which was highly praised by the international community.

According to him, the G20 has long remained committed to the principles of solidarity, cooperation, and equal consultation. Guo Jiakun also noted that South Africa, as a founding member of the G20, has participated in all previous summits and has always played a key role in the group.

"China supports South Africa's continued participation in G20 cooperation. We look forward to working with South Africa and all other G20 members to uphold multilateralism, promote global economic growth, and improve global economic governance," the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson concluded.

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Sudan: Agreement reached on humanitarian access to El Fasher

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December 12, 2025 Humanitarian aid

Tens of thousands of people are believed to be trapped in the Sudanese city of El Fasher, cut off from vital supplies and services. However, UN humanitarian agencies report that they will soon be able to access the besieged capital of North Darfur.

Humanitarian officials say the situation in El Fasher is "beyond dire." "We know there could be between 70,000 and 100,000 people trapped inside the city," said Ross Smith, the World Food Programme (WFP)'s emergency director.

The Rapid Intervention Forces, which have been waging war against the Sudanese Armed Forces since April 2023, captured El Fasher in October after a 500-day siege. During the siege, people were reduced to eating peanut husks and animal feed. warned earlier At the UN Human Rights Office, satellite images revealed the bloody remains of mass killings of civilians and ethnically motivated executions.

Access for humanitarian organizations

UN humanitarian agencies emphasize that access to El Fasher remains a top priority. Meanwhile, communications blackouts have effectively left residents without any means of contact with outsiders.

Sudanese who fled the city described "massacres, burned bodies and abandoned markets," Smith said.

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"As I understand it, following yesterday's discussions, we have reached an agreement in principle with the RSF regarding the minimum conditions for access to the city. Therefore, we expect to conduct an initial assessment and reconnoiter the situation soon. After more than a year and a half of siege, vital resources have been completely destroyed," he added.

Mass displacement

Smith noted that those who managed to escape from El Fasher had to risk their lives moving along roads littered with mines and unexploded ordnance.

Many reached Tawila, a once-small desert town now a "massive settlement" with over 650,000 people—comparable to the population of Luxembourg. Others found refuge in the town of El Debba in the Northern State.

According to Smith, humanitarian aid convoys supported by the WFP are “already on their way to Tawila with supplies enough for 700,000 people for the next month.”

"These families have endured months of famine and widespread violence. Now they live in overcrowded conditions and receive extremely limited aid. There are insufficient shelters, and many are forced to live in primitive structures made of grass and straw. Cholera and other diseases are widespread," he emphasized.

12 million people have fled their homes

Sudan continues to face the world's largest humanitarian crisis of forced displacement. More than 12 million people have fled their homes, either across borders or to other parts of the country.

Meanwhile, on Friday, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reported a deterioration since December 1. security situation in the Kordofan regionAfter a week of intense fighting, the SRF reportedly captured a Sudanese army base in Babanusa, West Kordofan.

In Southern Kordofan, civilians remain in besieged towns, including Kadugli and Dilling. Women, children, and the elderly are seeking refuge. "Men and young people often remain behind due to the heightened risks they face en route, including detention by armed groups on suspicion of affiliation with one side or the other," UNHCR stated.

The latest figures indicate that more than 40,000 people have fled the affected areas of Northern Kordofan since November 18. "UNHCR, with the support of partners, is providing emergency assistance to displaced people, but access remains difficult and resources are extremely limited," the agency emphasized.

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A WHO expert group has reiterated the lack of a link between vaccines and autism.

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December 11, 2025 Healthcare

A World Health Organization (WHO) expert committee has reaffirmed that there is no causal link between vaccines and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The WHO made this statement following a new analysis of global scientific evidence.

At its meeting on November 27, the WHO Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety reviewed the results of 31 major studies published between 2010 and August 2025. The analysis covered data from multiple countries and included an assessment of both vaccines in general and products containing thiomersal, a preservative sometimes used to prevent contamination in multi-dose vials.

Vaccines are safe

The committee noted that the analysis confirmed the safety of the vaccines for children and pregnant women, as well as the absence of a causal link with autism spectrum disorders.

Experts also examined concerns regarding some vaccines that contain small amounts of aluminum salts, which boost the body's immune response. The assessment utilized studies published over more than two decades, as well as a large Danish study that included children born between 1997 and 2018.

The WHO committee concluded that available data do not establish a link between aluminum used in some vaccines and ASD. Aluminum salts have been used safely for many decades.

Following the review, the expert group confirmed previous findings made in 2002, 2004 and 2012: “Vaccines, including those containing thiomersal and/or aluminum, do not cause autism.”

The WHO has called on governments to ensure that vaccination policies are based on scientific evidence, noting that "global efforts to immunize children represent one of the greatest achievements in improving living conditions and societal well-being." The WHO estimates that vaccines have saved at least 154 million lives over the past 50 years.

Debate in the US

On September 24, the WHO issued a statement amid renewed political debate over vaccination in the United States. At the time, the WHO cautioned against reviving theories linking vaccines to autism, emphasizing that "there is a robust and extensive evidence base that childhood vaccines do not cause autism."

Studies that claimed otherwise, the WHO said, were flawed and have long been disproven.

The organization reiterated that independent research over many years consistently leads to the same conclusion: vaccines are safe, effective, and crucial for public health. The WHO stated that it will continue to review new data and advise countries based on the best scientific evidence.

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