China’s Rare Earth Export Controls and Global Security
On October 9, the Chinese mainland imposed controls on rare earth-related items for security reasons. Exemptions cover humanitarian uses, and MOFCOM expects minimal impact on supply chains.
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HK-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Logs 93M+ Trips in Seven Years
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge has recorded over 93.34 million passenger trips in seven years, transforming travel between the Chinese mainland, HK SAR and Macao SAR.
Fuel Tanker Blast in Nigeria Claims at Least 35 Lives
A fuel tanker overturned in north-central Nigeria on October 21, killing at least 35 people and underscoring the country’s road safety and infrastructure challenges.
Young Curator Hu Yuanjing Champions Eco Conservation Through Storytelling
Young curator Hu Yuanjing from the Chinese mainland blends communication expertise and ecology know-how to drive public awareness on environmental protection.
China Opposes U.S. Arms Sales to the Taiwan Region
China’s spokesperson Zhu Fenglian reaffirms firm opposition to U.S. arms sales to the Taiwan region, urging Washington to respect the one-China principle and established communiques.
Russia Launches Major Nuclear Drill After Summit Postponement
Russia staged a major nuclear readiness exercise after postponing the Trump-Putin summit, launching Yars ICBMs, a Sineva missile, and Tu-95MS cruise missiles to showcase strategic muscle.
Asia-Pacific Youth Share Hopes for APEC’s Future
Students in Russia’s Far East share fresh insights on Asia-Pacific’s economic strengths, current challenges, and bold expectations for APEC’s future.
Deadly Head-On Collision on Kampala-Gulu Highway Kills 46
At least 46 people died and dozens were injured in a head-on collision between two buses on Uganda’s Kampala-Gulu highway, prompting condolences from President Museveni.
Chinese Mainland Revitalizes 88 Rivers and Lakes in Ecological Drive
Under its “mother river rejuvenation” plan, the Chinese mainland has restored ecological flows to 88 key rivers and lakes, reviving waterways long dry.
Caojia’ao Bridge Rotates into Place in Hubei, Advancing Hefei-Wuhan High-Speed Rail
Hubei’s Caojia’ao Bridge rotated 60° in just 67 minutes with millimeter precision, clearing the Beijing-Kowloon Railway. A key step toward one-hour Hefei-Wuhan high-speed link.