China, DPRK pledge stronger strategic communication
Chinese premier Li Qiang met with DPRK leader Kim Jong Un, affirming Chinas readiness to strengthen high-level exchanges and strategic communication with the DPRK.
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China-Italy Partnership Accelerates as Wang Yi Meets Mattarella in Rome
Chinese FM Wang Yi met Italy’s President Mattarella in Rome to accelerate an action plan for a more robust, resilient, and fruitful China-Italy partnership.
Israel and Hamas Reach First Phase Gaza Peace Deal
Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a Gaza peace plan, including a ceasefire, hostage swap, aid corridors and troop withdrawals, marking a key diplomatic milestone.
Wang Yi and Tajani Forge Stronger China-Italy Ties in Rome
Chinese FM Wang Yi met Italy’s Deputy PM Antonio Tajani at Villa Madama in Rome to deepen cooperation across trade, tech and sustainability amid shifting global dynamics.
Trump jokes Canada could be the 51st U.S. state
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Hamas Ties Hostage Release to Full Israeli Gaza Withdrawal
Hamas links the release of Israeli hostages to a clear timetable for Israel’s full withdrawal from Gaza, as talks unfold in Sharm El Sheikh.
Israel-Hamas Talks Continue in Sharm El-Sheikh as US Set to Join
Negotiations between Israeli and Hamas delegations continue in Sharm El-Sheikh with regional partners, as the US prepares to join talks tomorrow—a key step toward a potential ceasefire.
Chinese mainland, South Korea FMs Unite Ahead of APEC to Deepen Bilateral Ties
Chinese mainland and South Korea FMs pledge stronger trust, cooperation and support for APEC leadership, aiming to safeguard trade, multilateralism and the FTAAP vision.
Li Qiang to visit DPRK for WPK 80th anniversary
Chinese premier Li Qiang will visit the DPRK from October 9-11 for the 80th anniversary celebrations of the Workers’ Party of Korea, highlighting deepening diplomatic ties.