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March 25, 2026

The Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China called for further unlocking the potential of cooperation with the Netherlands in the green and innovative sectors.

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

BEIJING, March 25 (Xinhua) — Chinese Premier Li Qiang called for further unleashing the potential of cooperation with the Netherlands in green and innovative fields to achieve mutual benefit and higher-level win-win outcomes.

Li Qiang made the call during a telephone conversation with Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten.

As the head of the Chinese government noted, over the more than 10 years since the establishment of the open and pragmatic comprehensive cooperative partnership between China and the Netherlands, thanks to the joint efforts of both sides, interstate ties and cooperation have steadily deepened. "Openness and pragmatism" remain their hallmarks, bringing tangible benefits to the peoples of both countries, Li Qiang added.

According to him, in a context of growing international instability, when unilateralism and protectionism are dealing serious blows to the global economy, it is especially important to adhere to the course of stimulating cooperation through openness and promoting mutual benefit through pragmatism.

Li Qiang emphasized that the Chinese side is willing to work with the Netherlands to strengthen political trust, adhere to mutual respect and equal dialogue, and expand mutually beneficial cooperation, constantly injecting new impetus into the joint development of the two countries and injecting positive energy into promoting world peace and prosperity.

As the Premier of the State Council stated, China and the Netherlands are important trade and economic partners for each other, and strengthening cooperation is in the common interests of both sides.

As China implements the 15th Five-Year Plan, the overall size of the Chinese economy will reach new heights in the next five years, opening up broader prospects for deepening Sino-Dutch trade and economic cooperation, Li Qiang noted.

He expressed the Chinese side's readiness to strengthen cooperation with the Netherlands at all levels and more effectively utilize the role of dialogue mechanisms in the fields of economics, trade, science and technology.

Noting that the Netherlands has long been an important gateway for China-EU cooperation and a key member state of the European Union, Li Qiang expressed the hope that the Netherlands will play an active role in promoting an objective and rational understanding of China-EU relations and cooperation by EU institutions, and work with the Chinese side to properly resolve differences and problems through dialogue and consultation, so as to promote the healthy and stable development of China-EU relations.

R. Jetten, for his part, stated that China is an important trading partner for his country, and that Dutch-Chinese relations are one of the most important bilateral ties for the Netherlands.

The Prime Minister noted that interstate relations have been developing very dynamically in recent years. The new Dutch government is placing increased emphasis on relations with China and is committed to maintaining close high-level contacts, stimulating mutually beneficial cooperation in areas such as economics, trade, innovation, and climate action, jointly addressing global challenges, and protecting shared interests.

R. Jetten recalled that next year will mark the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations at the ambassadorial level between the Netherlands and China. The Netherlands is ready to work with China to achieve new progress in the open and pragmatic relations of comprehensive cooperation and partnership between the two countries, he assured.

Relations between the European Union and China are of paramount importance, and the Netherlands is ready to play an active role in promoting dialogue and cooperation between the EU and China, the Dutch Prime Minister added. –0–

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March 25, 2026

China has demanded that the Philippines immediately stop provocations and slanderous campaigns.

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

BEIJING, March 25 (Xinhua) — The China Coast Guard (CCG) on Wednesday demanded that the Philippines immediately stop provocations, fuss-making and smear campaigns related to China's Huangyan Island in the South China Sea.

As noted by BOC official Liu Dejun, the BOC recently conducted scheduled training exercises to protect rights and maintain law and order in the waters of Huangyan Island, having issued a navigation safety notice in advance in accordance with the law.

However, during the exercise, the Philippine side assembled a large number of vessels that intruded into the Chinese exercise zone, attempting to provoke incidents, create a stir, and fraudulently attract the attention of the international community under the guise of "fishing," Liu Dejun said.

According to him, the BOC will continue to conduct operations to protect rights and maintain law and order in the waters of China's Huangyan Island in accordance with the law, resolutely defending China's territorial sovereignty, as well as maritime rights and interests.

March 25, 2026

Vice Premier of the State Council of China called for the construction of a global scientific and technological community

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BEIJING, March 25 (Xinhua) — Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang said Wednesday that China is ready to work with all parties to build a global scientific and technological community.

Ding Xuexiang, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, made the announcement at the opening ceremony of the annual Zhongguancun Forum in Beijing.

The Vice Premier of the State Council proposed creating a more open and inclusive innovation network to foster closer collaboration between various innovation organizations. He also proposed developing broader and more diverse scientific and technological cooperation, strengthening collaboration in basic and cutting-edge research, and promoting the application of new technologies to stimulate the socioeconomic development of all countries.

Ding Xuexiang called for promoting more equitable and inclusive scientific and technological governance and appropriately addressing regulatory conflicts, social risks, and ethical challenges that may arise during scientific and technological development.

The Vice Prime Minister of China recalled that during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), China achieved significant progress in the scientific and technological sector. The country's scientific and technological strength has grown significantly, and China's influence as a key center of global innovation has increased significantly, he stated.

According to Ding Xuexiang, during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030), China will step up efforts to achieve greater independence and strength in science and technology, build international scientific and technological innovation centers, and form key strategic fulcrums to transform China into a powerful scientific and technological power.

The 2026 Zhongguancun Forum is themed "Deep Integration of Technological and Industrial Innovation." The opening ceremony was attended by approximately 1,000 people, including scientists, engineers, business leaders, and officials from China and abroad, as well as heads of international organizations.

March 25, 2026

UNESCO report: Number of children out of school rises for seventh year in a row

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March 25, 2026

With a total enrollment of 1.4 billion in 2024, global primary and secondary education enrollment has increased by 30 percent since 2000. Pre-primary enrollment has increased by 45 percent, and post-secondary enrollment by 161 percent. This means that more than 25 children have access to education every minute. Furthermore, the gender gap in primary and secondary education has, on average, been virtually eliminated.

In China, access to higher education has expanded at an unprecedented rate, from 7 percent in 1999 to more than 60 percent in 2024.

At the same time, more and more children are not only starting but also completing education: since 2000, the global completion rate has increased from 77 percent to 88 percent in primary education, from 60 percent to 78 percent in lower secondary education, and from 37 percent to 61 percent in upper secondary education. However, if current rates continue, the global upper secondary education completion rate will only reach 95 percent by 2105.

Inclusive education

The report also highlights the growing commitment to inclusion principles worldwide. An analysis of policies in this area since 2000 shows that the proportion of countries that have enshrined inclusive education in legislation has increased from 1 to 24 percent, while the proportion of countries that provide for the education of children with disabilities in inclusive educational environments in their laws has grown from 17 to 29 percent.

According to a UNESCO report, countries in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and the South Caucasus are demonstrating a major shift from the "medical model" of disability to an inclusive pedagogical approach. The report finds that the proportion of children with disabilities studying in specialized boarding schools in the region has decreased from 78 percent in 2005 to 29 percent in 2024. The most impressive rates of desegregation were recorded in the Republic of Moldova, where the figure fell from 77 to 8 percent, and in Armenia, where, thanks to legislative reforms in 2005 and 2021, the proportion of children in special schools fell from 37.5 percent in 2015 to just 6.5 percent in 2023.

Funding and availability

Over the past 25 years, the share of countries using various funding mechanisms to benefit disadvantaged groups in primary and secondary education has more than quadrupled. These include measures such as transfers to subnational governments, schools, and directly to students and their families. Specifically, 76 percent of countries have strategies in place to reallocate resources to disadvantaged schools. However, the new index presented in the report shows that only 8 percent of countries are fully utilizing these mechanisms to reallocate educational resources to disadvantaged groups.

Previous efforts to ensure affordability of education have expanded enrollment but led to a decline in quality, leading to a rise in student dropout. Furthermore, other significant expenses that remain barriers for families, such as transportation, after-school childcare, and food, have not been addressed. Amid declining donor funding for school grants and school nutrition systems (operating in 84 percent of countries) that were not fully integrated into national budgets are now at risk of closure.

What's next?

The report demonstrates that no single measure can ensure universal access to education. Policies must be tailored to local realities, address problems comprehensively, and be evidence-based. For example, in 14 African countries, the introduction of compulsory, rather than merely free, education increased the average years of schooling by more than a year for both girls and boys. Moreover, combining such measures with laws prohibiting child labor yields an even more significant effect.

School meals help improve the quality of education

Effective policies must also consider factors beyond education. For example, in Cambodia, electrification alone increased the length of schooling by almost a full year. In low- and middle-income countries, school feeding programs yield up to six months of additional schooling for every $100 spent. Providing cash transfers linked to school attendance increases the likelihood of children enrolling in school by 36 percent.

By supporting governments around the world and bringing together ministers, development partners, civil society and youth representatives, UNESCO will continue to shape the post-2030 education agenda, ensuring that education remains a priority in the face of global challenges.

March 25, 2026

Sobyanin reported repelling an attack by the 20th UAV as it approached Moscow.

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One UAV flying towards Moscow was destroyed. This was reported on their channel inMAX messenger Sergei Sobyanin reported.

"Emergency services are working at the site of the fallen debris," the Moscow Mayor noted.

Source: Sergei Sobyanin's channel inMAX messenger

Earlier, the Mayor of Moscow stated that the air defense system successfully repelled an attack by 19 drones heading towards the capital.

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March 25, 2026

Russia, in close coordination with China, will continue efforts to strengthen space security, according to the Russian Foreign Ministry.

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

Moscow, March 25 (Xinhua) — Russia, in close coordination with China, will continue its efforts to strengthen space security in the interests of all humanity. Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova stated this on Wednesday, responding to a Xinhua reporter's question about US statements that the American military should control space.

"We will continue constructive efforts to strengthen space security in the interests of all humanity, including in close coordination with the People's Republic of China," the Russian diplomat emphasized.

M. Zakharova noted that US space exploration and security policy has recently become increasingly aggressive. "Officials in Washington are openly declaring their intention to secure military dominance in near-Earth space. All of this confirms the validity of our assessments of the rapidly deteriorating situation in space security and the growing threat of space becoming an arena for armed conflict," the Russian Foreign Ministry representative stated.

She warned that any armed conflict in orbit would have catastrophic consequences for the long-term sustainability of space activities and the prospects for space exploration for all states without exception.

At the same time, the official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry urged not to rush ahead, emphasizing that much will depend on timely and coordinated actions by the international community.

"In the current situation, initiatives to prevent an arms race in outer space are more urgent than ever, especially the development of a relevant international legally binding instrument. The basis for this is the Russian-Chinese draft treaty on the prevention of the placement of weapons in outer space and the threat or use of force against outer space objects," concluded M. Zakharova.

March 25, 2026

China intends to strengthen trade cooperation with Kenya

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NAIROBI, March 25 (Xinhua) — Chinese Vice President Han Zheng attended the China-Kenya Business Forum in Nairobi on March 23, where he reiterated China's commitment to expanding trade with Kenya and Africa.

As Han Zheng recalled, in April last year, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kenyan President William Ruto agreed to upgrade their bilateral relations to a China-Kenya community of shared future in a new era, which determined the direction of long-term development of relations between the two countries.

The Chinese Vice President put forward three proposals to strengthen China-Kenya relations.

First, Han Zheng stated, it is necessary to strengthen strategic mutual trust. China is ready to strengthen alignment with Kenya's development strategy, Vision 2030, and to support African countries, including Kenya, in transforming their resource advantages into development advantages to jointly advance modernization.

Secondly, Han Zheng continued, mutually beneficial cooperation must be deepened. China is Kenya's top trading partner and its largest source of foreign investment, while Kenya is China's largest trading partner in East Africa. China is willing to expand cooperation in areas such as agricultural technology, the digital economy, and green energy, and encourages more strong Chinese enterprises to invest and operate in Kenya.

Third, Han Zheng added, multilateralism should be supported. Chinese President Xi Jinping announced that, starting May 1, China will implement a zero-tariff policy on 100 percent of goods from 53 African countries with diplomatic relations. China stands ready to work with African countries, including Kenya, to uphold the multilateral trading system and foster an open, inclusive, and non-discriminatory environment for international economic cooperation.

According to the Vice President of China, the recently concluded "two sessions" in China approved the main provisions of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030), which outline the country's development program for the next five years. Han Zheng noted that China will continue to uphold its commitment to high-level opening-up and will share opportunities with all countries, including Kenya, in its open development process and work together to achieve success.

Before the event, Han Zheng held talks with Kenyan Vice President Kithura Kindiki. He emphasized China's support for Kenya in pursuing a development path suited to its national circumstances and welcomed Kenya's use of trade facilitation measures to increase exports of high-quality and specialized products to China and exploit the vast opportunities of the vast Chinese market.

China is a reliable partner and friend of Kenya, noted K. Kindiki, emphasizing that through the Belt and Road Initiative, China is promoting regional connectivity and providing Kenya with significant development opportunities.

The Kenyan side is ready to take full advantage of the zero-tariff policy to expand exports to China, stimulate balanced trade, intensify technological exchanges, and become a gateway for China to the vast African market, K. Kindiki added. –0–

March 25, 2026

The Russian Prime Minister noted the potential for new joint projects between Russia and Kazakhstan.

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

Astana, March 25 (Xinhua) — Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin stated the significant potential for launching new joint projects between Russia and Kazakhstan in energy, industry, transport infrastructure, agriculture, and the digital economy. This was reported on Wednesday by the Kazinform news agency.

Arriving in Kazakhstan on a working visit, M. Mishustin recalled at intergovernmental talks that following Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's state visit to Russia last November, a comprehensive economic cooperation program through 2030 was approved, the implementation of which is being ensured by the governments of the two countries.

Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, in turn, noted that Russia remains one of the country's key trade and economic partners. According to him, trade turnover between the two countries has approached $30 billion, and Russian business investment in Kazakhstan's economy over the past 20 years has exceeded $28 billion.

From March 25-27, M. Mishustin is in Kazakhstan on a working visit. During his visit, he will participate in a meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council and the Digital Qazaqstan international digital forum in Shymkent.

March 25, 2026

Breaking news: A knife attack has occurred on a train in the southwestern German state of Saarland.

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

FRANKFURT, March 25 (Xinhua) — A woman was injured in a knife attack on Wednesday afternoon on a train traveling between Saarbrücken and St. Wendel in the southwestern German state of Saarland, regional police said.

March 25, 2026

UNESCO is deeply concerned about the attacks on the World Heritage site in Lviv.

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March 25, 2026 Peace and security

UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, expressed deep concern over the March 24 attacks on a building on the grounds of the Bernardine Monastery, which is part of the Lviv Historic Centre Ensemble World Heritage Site.

The Bernardine Monastery complex is one of Lviv's most famous architectural symbols. The monastery was built in the first quarter of the 17th century.

UNESCO reminds that cultural property is protected by the 1954 Hague Convention and the 1972 World Heritage Convention. All parties must safeguard heritage and refrain from any actions that damage cultural property. UNESCO stands ready to support authorities in conducting assessments, implementing protective measures, and providing emergency assistance.