The Global Times Annual Conference 2025, themed "Moving forward in Partnership: Resonance of Values between China and the World," took place in Beijing on Saturday. Cui Shixin, a deputy editor-in-chief of the People's Daily, delivered the keynote speech.
Cui noted that 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of Chinese President Xi Jinping's proposal of the common values of humanity.

"Faced with challenges such as unilateralism and protectionism, China has put forward the common values of humanity, introduced the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, and the Global Civilization Initiative, and advocated for taking good care of our home planet," Cui said.

The reason why these efforts have resonated with the majority of nations worldwide is because we uphold principles of win-win cooperation and mutual learning. These ideals not only extend the concept of harmony and unity inherent in the culture of the Chinese nation to a global scale, but also serve as the value-based foundation for multilateralism and a multipolar world, reflecting the shared aspirations of humanity, Cui said.

As Chinese President Xi Jinping has underscored, "Win-win cooperation is the sure way to success in launching major initiatives that benefit all." This is the idea behind this year's theme for the Global Times Annual Conference: "Moving forward in Partnership: Resonance of Values between China and the World," Cui noted.
Cui stressed the importance of pursuing the spirit of "taking good care of our home planet" through collaboration, making unity, cooperation and mutual benefit the main theme of our time.

He urged efforts to realize shared aspirations of people from all countries through collaboration, join hands on the path to modernization, and gather strong synergy to build a better world together.

Furthermore, Cui emphasized promoting the harmonious co-existence of civilizations through collaboration, outlining a vision for the future of human civilization that embraces cultural diversity and global harmony.

China's connection with the world has never been as extensive and close as it is today under the profound changes unseen in a century, and China's influence on global peace and development has never been as comprehensive and far-reaching as it is today, Cui said.

It is an important "must-answer question" for Chinese scholars and media professionals to let the world understand the practical experience and contemporary significance of China and the international community working together to promote modernization and build a community with a shared future, and to tell the win-win stories between China and the world as they continue to expand the points of convergence of ideas and interests, Cui said.

In his welcome speech, Fan Zhengwei, the Global Times Party secretary, president, and editor-in-chief, welcomed guests, experts, and scholars attending the annual conference.
He remarked that this year's annual conference is themed "Moving forward in Partnership: Resonance of Values between China and the World," because unprecedented changes in the world, our times, and history are unfolding, and it is necessary to reaffirm those common values ​​that have been obscured by conflicts and differences, and firmly stand on the right side of history and on the side of the progress of human civilization. This is also the responsibility of the Global Times to "connect China and foreign countries and communicate with the world."

As China advances in cooperation with the world, it requires the confidence of carrying forward its own excellent culture and enhance cultural awareness and confidence while respecting and safeguarding the diversity of human civilization, said Fan.

Fan highlighted the vision of learning from others' excellent cultures to embrace and learn from humanity's finest civilizational achievements and to achieve a broader civilization while cultivating abundant energy for development.

He stressed the need for a mindset of respecting and treasuring other cultures and values, in a bid to promote the advancement of human civilization, world peace and development, based on the traditional Chinese concept that diverse cultures will interact with each other to form a colorful and harmonious world. He hoped the distinguished guests would speak freely, sparking intellectual insights and sharing profound knowledge on the theme, offering insightful and rational perspectives for a world under profound changes.

The Global Times Annual Conference 2025 features four key topics: "Exploring the path of great power relations: differences and consensus," "Addressing the Global Security Deficit: Hotspots and Solutions," "The Resurgence of the Awakening of the Global South: Mutual Learning and Resonance " and "China's economy 'going toward new direction': openness and opportunities." These discussions aim to explore the value resonance between China and the world from various perspectives.

Additionally, the Global Times will organize sub-forums and special events on topics such as "New Quality Productive Forces," "Globalization of Economic and Trade Cooperation," "Overseas Branding," and "Short Video Collection on Ocean Themes."

China has taken note of the most recent political developments in the ROK. They are the ROK's internal affairs, and we will not comment on it, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Monday, in response to the South Korean National Assembly passing the impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk-yeol on Saturday. 

China and the ROK are important neighbors and cooperation partners. The sound and steady growth of bilateral relations is in the interest of both sides. China's policy towards the ROK has been consistent, and we have maintained the continuity of that policy, Lin told a routine press conference on Monday.

We hope the ROK will make continued positive efforts with China to actively deepen our friendly cooperation and strategic cooperative partnership. A peaceful and stable Korean Peninsula is in the interest of all parties and requires the concerted and strong effort of all sides, the spokesperson said.

Responding to a question on whether the appointment of a new Chinese ambassador to South Korea be postponed due to the impeachment, Lin said that he has no information to share, and suggested following the Foreign Ministry's website for any update.

The leader of South Korea's ruling People Power Party Han Dong-hoon said Monday he is stepping down amid growing internal strife following the National Assembly's vote to impeach Yoon. Han apologized to all those who suffered from the martial law chaos and Yoon's impeachment but said he has "no regrets" over his decision to support the impeachment, Yonhap reported.

On the same day, South Korea's Constitutional Court said it will hold its first preparatory hearing on the parliamentary impeachment of Yoon on December 27, kicking off the judicial procedure for his impeachment trial.

The top court, which has up to 180 days to deliver its ruling on whether to uphold the impeachment and remove Yoon from office or reinstate him, said it will prioritize Yoon's impeachment trial.

However, according to the Korea JoongAng Daily, the court is currently operating with only six justices, three short of the full nine-member bench. Despite this, the court said that both the review and trial can proceed with the current six justices.

"The proceedings of the Constitutional Court regarding the impeachment result are highly uncertain," Dong Xiangrong, a senior research fellow at the National Institute of International Strategy, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, told the Global Times on Monday, noting that regardless of whether the six judges support or oppose the impeachment, they face immense pressure from both opposing camps.

"Factors such as public opinion, constitutional provisions, and their personal relationships will all have an impact on the deliberation of the impeachment case," Dong said.

"Another variable is that the South Korean National Assembly may nominate three new justices to fill the nine-member panel in the Constitutional Court, a process that will take time," Dong said, noting that if the nominations are approved and the new justices participate in the rulings, their political leanings will also influence the outcomes of the impeachment result.

If the impeachment result is overturned by the Constitutional Court, the country may experience ongoing turmoil, as the prevailing sentiment among its domestic public is firmly in favor of upholding the impeachment, the expert noted.

Also on Monday, South Korean prosecutors summoned Yoon for questioning for the second time after their botched attempt to subpoena the impeached president last week, the Xinhua News Agency reported.

Dong pointed out that regardless of whether Yoon accepts the summon, it will not significantly affect the impeachment trial's outcome. This is because, in addition to his personal statements, there are many other individuals involved who have received orders or have been asked to provide testimonies, the expert said.

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As one of China's most beloved national treasures, the giant panda has long captured the hearts of people worldwide. But beyond its iconic status, the story of the panda is a tale of ecological revival, cultural pride, and international cooperation.

In this special series, "Walking with the Giant Panda," we take you on an insightful journey through the furry animal's life, from the lush bamboo forests to the global stage, and ultimately, to the ambitious goal of rewilding.

In the first chapter of this exploration, we dive into the stories behind the internet-famous pandas who have attracted throngs of fans to panda reserves. These adorable icons are not only boosting tourism and employment, but also inspiring a new wave of national pride and ecological awareness.
Professional telephoto cameras are all pointed in the same direction, while hundreds of spectators, phones in hand, hold their breath.

"They're here! Over there!" shouts erupt as the onlookers marvels at the sight, accompanied by the rapid clicks of camera shutters.

This is not a meet-and-greet for some pop star. It's afternoon tea time at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, and five adolescent pandas, each around 2 years old, have come charging out of their indoor shelter like playful calves. Tumbling over each other - sometimes tripping and then looking grumpy at their own clumsiness - they race toward the freshly laid bamboo. As soon as they find their favorite tender shoots or leaves, they settle in to bask in the sun, munching leisurely on their feast.

In China, pandas are true superstars.

In recent years, internet-famous pandas like Hua Hua, Meng Lan, and Qi Zai have drawn massive crowds to panda reserves and zoos across the nation. Devoted fans flock to these locations with some even live-streaming their visits. On social media and short-video platforms, pandas have "super topics" garnering billions of views.

Whether scratching an itch, yawning, or eating bamboo, pandas draw cheers from onlookers and likes on the internet. And if they roll on the ground, fans are overjoyed as if they've won the lottery.

Qing Feng is a professional panda photographer at the Chengdu base. His daily work involves capturing these adorable moments.

There are about 50 photographers regularly stationed at the Chengdu base, Qing told the Global Times. Some are simply fans, while others have turned their passion into a livelihood. They're easily recognizable by the panda stickers adorning their professional telephoto lenses and badges of their favorite pandas pinned to their backpacks.

Since live-streaming isn't permitted in the park, some panda streamers record footage during the day and broadcast it on short-video platforms in the evenings or mornings, engaging with panda fans worldwide and selling panda-related merchandise.

Among these panda celebrities, He Hua, affectionately known as Hua Hua, is undoubtedly the biggest star. This 4-year-old panda stands out with her especially round physique. At the Chengdu base, seeing Hua Hua for just three minutes requires waiting in line for 1 to 3 hours, with some fans queuing as early as 1 am. Even her keepers and security guards have become famous.

"I fell in love with Hua Hua at first sight. She's so beautiful and has such a gentle temperament," Helen, a retiree, gushed about Hua Hua in the gift shop outside her enclosure. In October, Helen moved from Shanghai to Chengdu to be closer to Hua Hua and now, according to her, visits almost daily.

"She seems to have a human soul," Helen told the Global Times.

In April, the Chengdu Culture and Tourism Bureau appointed Hua Hua as the Honorary Director of Chengdu Culture and Tourism, while announcing her resume and educational background.

According to data from the Sichuan Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, during the 2024 May Day holidays, 264,000 tourists visited the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, making it the second most popular attraction nationwide. Purchasing a 50 yuan ($7) ticket to the base can stimulate an additional 1,450 yuan ($200) in local spending on transportation, accommodation, and more.

Beyond Hua Hua, panda-housing institutions spare no effort in creating online buzz. For instance, Fei Yun at the Dalian Forest Zoo is known for her sweet smile and has become a beloved figure among panda enthusiasts. Ling Yan, residing at the Luanchuan Bamboo Sea Wildlife Zoo in Henan's Luoyang, has captured hearts with his playful antics, such as pushing toy carts and "dancing." At Guangzhou's Chimelong Safari Park, the panda triplets Ku Ku, Shuai Shuai, and Meng Meng have their own running train.

Giant pandas are accelerating local economic growth and attracting domestic and international tourists. Beyond ticket sales, the growing number of visitors has increased demand for panda-themed products, as well as related hotels and restaurants, leading to increased demand for employment.

However, pandas are more than just that. Their protection and population growth also represent the achievements of China's biodiversity conservation.

This sense of responsibility resonates with many panda fans. While watching pandas, some would advise other visitors to lower their voices, refrain from eating, and learn about the animals. Some would communicate with keepers to ensure the pandas live better lives.

"We are spreading positive energy," Helen says. "We will always accompany these pandas."

China is taking countermeasures against 13 US military firms and six senior executives over the US' recent announcement of arms sales to China's Taiwan region, the Chinese Foreign Ministry announced on Thursday.

From big arms dealers to less known supporting companies, China's countermeasures are becoming increasingly precise and comprehensive, and together with the recently announced tightened export controls on dual-use items to the US, China is launching a combo attack, Song Zhongping, a Chinese military expert, told the Global Times on Thursday.

The US recently announced another round of arms sales to China's Taiwan region, which seriously violates the one-China principle and the three China-US joint communiqués, severely interferes in China's internal affairs, and seriously undermines China's sovereignty and territorial integrity, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Thursday.

Pursuant to Articles 3, 4, 5, 6, 9 and 15 of the Law of the People's Republic of China on Countering Foreign Sanctions, China has hereby decided to take countermeasures against the following US military companies and senior executives:

For the 13 listed companies, namely Teledyne Brown Engineering, Inc., BRINC Drones, Inc., Rapid Flight LLC, Red Six Solutions, Shield AI, Inc., SYNEXXUS, Inc., Firestorm Labs, Inc., Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems, Inc., HavocAI, Neros Technologies, Cyberlux Corporation, Domo Tactical Communications and Group W, their movable and immovable properties, and other kinds of assets within China shall be frozen, and they shall be prohibited from conducting activities such as trade and cooperation with organizations and individuals in China.

For the six listed senior executives, including Barbara Borgonovi, president of Raytheon's Naval Power strategic business unit, Gerard Hueber, vice president of Raytheon's Naval Power strategic business unit, Charles Woodburn, Group Chief Executive Officer of BAE Systems Land and Armament, Richard D. Crawford, founder and CEO of Alliant Techsystems Operation, Beth Edler, president of Data Link Solutions, Inc., and Blake Resnick, founder and CEO of BRINC Drones, their movable and immovable properties, and other kinds of assets within China shall be frozen, they shall be prohibited from conducting activities such as trade and cooperation with organizations and individuals in China, and they shall be denied visas or entry into China (including Hong Kong and Macao).

This decision shall come into force on Thursday, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said.

The latest US arms sales plan to Taiwan island, announced on November 29, includes spare parts for F-16 jets and radars worth $385 million, according to Reuters.

Elaborating on the countermeasures, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said at a regular press conference on Thursday that the Taiwan question is at the core of China's core interests. In recent months, the US has announced multiple arms sales to China's Taiwan region. This gravely violates the one-China principle and the three China-US joint communiqués, interferes in China's internal affairs, and undermines China's sovereignty and territorial integrity. In accordance with the Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law of the People's Republic of China, China decided to take countermeasures against relevant military companies and senior executives of the US. 

Lin stressed that "Taiwan independence" is as incompatible with peace in the Taiwan Strait as fire with water. The US attempts to assist in the "Taiwan independence" agenda by arming Taiwan. This will not shake our firm resolve to oppose "Taiwan independence" and realize national reunification, and will only push Taiwan towards military danger.

China urges the US to abide by the one-China principle and the three China-US joint communiqués, especially the August 17 Communiqué of 1982, act on the US leaders' commitment of not supporting "Taiwan independence," stop arming Taiwan at once, and stop aiding and abetting separatists' attempt to seek "Taiwan independence" through military buildup, Lin said.

The Chinese Foreign Ministry announced decisions several times this year, including in May, July, September and October, to take countermeasures against US military companies and senior executives citing US arms sales to China's Taiwan region.

Song, the military expert, noted that these countermeasures not only cover big brands such as Lockheed Martin and Raytheon, but also relatively small names not commonly known by the general public that produce supporting equipment, drones and data link systems. It showed that China is not only imposing countermeasures on traditional mainstream arms dealers, but also supporting firms, as the Chinese countermeasures become increasingly precise.

A weapons system often includes efforts from many companies, so it is important to counter both the end product company and all other companies involved in comprehensive countermeasures, Song said.

Combo attack

China's Ministry of Commerce on Tuesday announced measures to tighten controls on the export of relevant dual-use items to the US. Under the new measures, China prohibits the export of dual-use items to US military users or for military purposes. It will also strictly control the export of gallium, germanium, antimony, and superhard materials as well as graphite-related dual-use items to the US.

Song said that many US arms firms heavily rely on rare earths from China, and controlling the export of these resources will limit their development.

Calling the latest countermeasures and the tightened export controls a combo attack, Song said that China is strengthening its efforts in countering the US' military-industrial complex, letting them know that if they do not abide by the three China-US joint communiqués and violate the one-China principle, they are bound to be hit.

Xin Qiang, director of the Taiwan Studies Center at Fudan University, said he believes that China's latest countermeasures are aimed at the supply chain of the US' arms industry. He told the Global Times on Thursday that China is expanding the scope of countermeasures and conducting "precision strikes" on smaller companies and the manufacturing of some particular items.

China has already made it routine to take countermeasures over US arms sales to Taiwan island. Basically, every time the US announces an arms sale plan, China will release a list of targets of countermeasures, Xin noted.

If the US continues its arms sales to the island of Taiwan, the scope of China's countermeasures are expected to further expand, as Beijing still has many cards to play in terms of important minerals and supply chains, Xin said.

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday that the pressing task for the Palestinian question is to comprehensively and effectively implement the relevant UN Security Council resolutions to end the war as soon as possible.

The fundamental way out is to implement the two-state solution and promote the political settlement of the Palestinian question, Xi said in his congratulatory message to a UN meeting held on Tuesday to commemorate the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People.

A Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson on Thursday expressed hope for China and India to seize the opportunity and the good momentum of the two countries' defense minister's recent positive and constructive meeting to make new progress in the military-to-military relationship.

Spokesperson Wu Qian made the remarks at a regular press conference on Thursday, when asked to comment about information on the website of the Indian Defense Ministry on November 20. Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh stated recently during his meeting with Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun in Vientiane, Laos, that a friendly relationship between India and China, the two most populous countries, will have a positive impact on global peace and prosperity, and the two countries should focus on cooperation rather than conflict.

Wu said that Dong met with his Indian counterpart in Vientiane, Laos, on the afternoon of November 20, and the meeting was positive and constructive.

The two sides agreed to deliver on the important consensus reached by the two state leaders and promote a stable development of the mil-to-mil relationship; to strictly abide by the recent common understanding reached by the two sides and make efforts to deescalate tensions in the border areas; to focus on enhancing mutual trust and conduct more exchanges and interactions between the two militaries, Wu noted.

"We hope our two sides can seize the opportunity and the good momentum to make new progress in the mil-to-mil relationship. We also look forward to a harmonious dance between the Chinese dragon and the Indian elephant with concerted steps," Wu said.

Customs authorities at Beijing Capital International Airport (BCIA) recently apprehended a foreign citizen who smuggled 123 cocaine pills weighing a total of 1,580.44 grams by concealing them inside his body. This is the largest case of body-packing drug smuggling intercepted during travel inspection by Beijing customs in the past five years, according to the WeChat account of the General Administration of Customs on Friday. 

During routine monitoring of inbound flights, customs officers in BCIA identified the individual, a male foreign passenger, as suspicious due to his nervous demeanor and lack of any declared goods. Further questioning and examination led officers to suspect body-packing drug smuggling.

During the on-site investigation, the suspect excreted four cylindrical objects wrapped in white plastic and rubber film, which initial tests confirmed as cocaine. Following his transfer to the Anti-Smuggling Bureau, the suspect was taken to a designated medical facility for further monitoring and detoxification. Over the following hours, he excreted additional drug capsules, which were later confirmed by a professional laboratory to contain high-purity cocaine.

Body-packing is a common method of drug smuggling, involving the swallowing of drug capsules wrapped in plastic film. However, such methods pose severe health risks as stomach acid can corrode the wrapping, causing leakage or rupture, leading to acute poisoning and potentially death. This method of smuggling also contributes to violent crime and other societal problems, seriously undermining public safety and social stability, said the General Administration of Customs.

Customs authorities remind the public that, under Article 347 of China's Criminal Law, "Whoever smuggles, traffics in, transports, or manufactures narcotic drugs, regardless of the quantity involved, shall be held criminally responsible and subjected to criminal punishment." Offenders face severe penalties, including lengthy imprisonment or even the death penalty.

On November 29, Lithuania's Foreign Ministry, without any reason, declared relevant diplomatic personnel of the Office of the Chargé d'Affaires of China in Lithuania "persona non grata" and demanded that they leave the country within the time required. China strongly condemns and firmly rejects this wanton and provocative action.

As many are aware, on issues concerning China's Taiwan region, Lithuania has been acting in serious violation of the one-China principle and breached the political commitment Lithuania made in the communiqué on the establishment of China-Lithuania diplomatic relations. This has caused severe difficulty for bilateral ties. Three years on since the downgrade of bilateral ties with China, Lithuania has again taken detrimental action that further exacerbates the relations.

China calls on Lithuania to immediately stop undermining China's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and stop creating difficulty for bilateral relations. China reserves the right to take countermeasures against Lithuania. We hope the upcoming new government of Lithuania will follow the prevailing international consensus, abide by the one-China principle, and foster conditions for the normalization of China-Lithuania relations.

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for stepping up international governance and cooperation on artificial intelligence (AI), to make sure that AI is for good and for all, not a game of the rich countries and the wealthy.

Xi made the remarks at Session II of the 19th G20 Summit on Reform of the Institutions of Global Governance.

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Xi calls for building a world economy characterized by cooperation

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for improving global economic governance and building a world economy characterized by cooperation.

Xi made the remarks at Session II of the 19th G20 Summit on Reform of the Institutions of Global Governance.

As main creditors, international financial institutions and commercial creditors need to take part in debt reduction and suspension for developing countries, he said.

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Xi calls for building a world economy characterized by stability

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for improving global financial governance and building a world economy characterized by stability.

Xi made the remarks at Session II of the 19th G20 Summit on Reform of the Institutions of Global Governance.

Joint efforts are needed to keep the international financial market stable and prevent negative spillover of domestic monetary policy adjustments, and developed countries should fulfill their responsibilities in this regard, he said.

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Xi calls for building a world economy characterized by openness

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for building a world economy characterized by openness.

"We need to improve global trade governance and build a world economy characterized by openness," Xi said when addressing Session II of the 19th G20 Summit held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

"We should press ahead with reforming the World Trade Organization (WTO), oppose unilateralism and protectionism, restore the normal functioning of the dispute settlement mechanism as soon as possible, include the Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement into the WTO legal framework, and reach early consensus on the e-commerce agreement," he added.

Xi said that it is important to "avoid politicizing economic issues, avoid fragmenting the global market, and avoid taking protectionist moves in the name of green and low-carbon development."

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Xi calls for building a world economy characterized by innovation

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for improving global digital governance and building a world economy characterized by innovation.

He called for stepping up international governance and cooperation on artificial intelligence (AI), to make sure that AI is for good and for all, not a game of the rich countries and the wealthy.

Xi made the remarks at Session II of the 19th G20 Summit on Reform of the Institutions of Global Governance.

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Xi calls for building a world economy characterized by eco-friendliness

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for improving global ecological governance and building a world economy characterized by eco-friendliness.

He called for expediting the green and low-carbon transition of the world economy.

"Energy transition and energy security is a major issue. We should follow the approach of 'establishing the new before abolishing the old,' and replace traditional energy with clean energy in a stable and well-ordered way," Xi said when addressing Session II of the 19th G20 Summit on Reform of the Institutions of Global Governance.

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Xi calls for expediting green, low-carbon transition of world economy

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for expediting the green and low-carbon transition of the world economy.

"Energy transition and energy security is a major issue. We should follow the approach of 'establishing the new before abolishing the old,' and replace traditional energy with clean energy in a stable and well-ordered way," Xi said when addressing the Session II of the 19th G20 Summit held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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Xi calls on G20 to support UN and its Security Council in playing greater role, support all efforts conducive to peaceful settlement of crises

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Xi calls for improving global trade governance, restoring normal functioning of dispute settlement mechanism

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for improving global trade governance and restoring normal functioning of dispute settlement mechanism as soon as possible.

"We should press ahead with reforming the World Trade Organization, oppose unilateralism and protectionism, restore the normal functioning of the dispute settlement mechanism as soon as possible," Xi said when addressing the Session II of the 19th G20 Summit held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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Xi calls for de-escalating Ukraine crisis, seeking political settlement

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for de-escalating the Ukraine crisis and seeking a political settlement.

"To deescalate the Ukraine crisis and seek a political settlement, we should follow the principles of no expansion of the battlefields, no escalation of hostilities and no fanning flames," Xi said when addressing the Session II of the 19th G20 Summit held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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G20 members should see each other's development as opportunities rather than challenges -- Xi

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday that G20 members should keep in mind that mankind lives in a community with a shared future, see each other's development as opportunities rather than challenges, and view each other as partners rather than rivals.

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Xi stresses urgency to stop fighting in Palestinian-Israeli conflict

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday that it is urgent for all sides in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict to stop fighting and end the war.

"The fighting in Gaza has inflicted deep suffering on the people. It is urgent for all sides to stop fighting, end the war, and provide support for easing the humanitarian crisis in the region and for postwar reconstruction," Xi said when addressing the Session II of the 19th G20 Summit held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

"The fundamental way out of the cycle of Palestinian-Israeli conflict lies in the implementation of the two-State solution, the restoration of Palestine's legitimate national rights, and the establishment of an independent State of Palestine," he added.

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Xi calls for reaching early consensus on e-commerce agreement

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for reaching early consensus on the e-commerce agreement.

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Xi warns against politicizing economic issues, fragmenting global market

Chinese President Xi Jinping said Monday that it is important to "avoid politicizing economic issues, avoid fragmenting the global market, and avoid taking protectionist moves in the name of green and low-carbon development."

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Int'l financial institutions, commercial creditors need to take part in debt reduction, suspension for developing countries -- Xi

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday that as main creditors, international financial institutions and commercial creditors need to take part in debt reduction and suspension for developing countries.

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Developed countries should prevent negative spillover of domestic monetary policy adjustments -- Xi

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday that joint efforts are needed to keep the international financial market stable and prevent negative spillover of domestic monetary policy adjustments, and developed countries should fulfill their responsibilities in this regard.

China is ready to continue its financial cooperation with Argentina and help Argentina maintain economic and financial stability, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday.

Xi made the remarks while meeting with Argentine President Javier Milei on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders' Summit held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Xi pointed out that since the establishment of diplomatic ties more than half a century ago, the two countries have adhered to mutual respect, equality and mutual benefit.

China's policy toward Argentina has always been oriented towards all the Argentine people, and China-Argentina cooperation also benefits them all, he said.

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the establishment of China-Argentina comprehensive strategic partnership, and relations between the two countries stand at an important historical juncture of building on past achievements and forging ahead, Xi said.

China cherishes the traditional friendship between the two peoples, supports the Argentine side in exploring a development path suited to its national conditions through reform, he said.

China stands ready to work with Argentina to promote the long-term and stable development of the China-Argentina comprehensive strategic partnership and make a greater contribution to their respective development, said Xi.

Noting that the current world situation is undergoing profound changes, Xi said China and Argentina should continue to firmly support each other's core interests and major concerns, strengthen exchanges at all levels and in all fields, and promote people-to-people exchanges and cooperation, so as to make China-Argentina friendship more deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.

The economic and trade structure between the two countries is highly complementary, and the prospects for cooperation are broad, Xi said.

He welcomed the Argentine side to seize the significant opportunities created by China's high-level opening-up and further expand its market share in China.

China is willing to work with Argentina to promote high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, Xi said.

China is ready to deepen cooperation with Argentina in energy and mining, infrastructure, agriculture, scientific and technological innovation, digital economy and other fields, he added.

For his part, Milei said he was very pleased to meet President Xi, thanking China for the valuable assistance to Argentina in stabilizing its domestic economic and financial situation.

Argentina and China enjoy profound traditional friendship, Milei said, adding that Argentina hopes to be a reliable and stable partner of China.

Argentina firmly supports China's position on the Taiwan question and stays committed to the one-China principle, he said.

Milei said Argentina hopes to further strengthen cooperation with China in the fields of economy, trade, energy, mining and finance, welcomes more Chinese enterprises to invest and cooperate in Argentina, and stands ready to provide a sound business environment for Chinese enterprises investing in Argentina and protect their legitimate rights and interests in accordance with the law.

The Argentine side highly appreciates Xi's insightful proposals on global governance at the G20 Leaders' Summit and is willing to strengthen communication and coordination with China, Milei said.

Argentina supports the further success of the China-CELAC (Community of Latin American and Caribbean States) Forum and is willing to play a positive role in promoting the development of relations between China and Latin America, he added.