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Trump, AI CEOs Sign Voluntary Safety Pact, Back Data Center Expansion

CGTN US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said tech executives agreed to establish voluntary standards for AI and reiterated his support for rapid…

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OPINION

Two Weeks in the Life of AI

By – Okoh Aihe The past two weeks have been most consequential for AI who remained at the centre of discourse in very…

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DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

China’s World Internet Conference Summit to Focus on Open-Source AI

Xinhua The 2026 World Internet Conference (WIC) Wuzhen Summit will put open-source AI and international cooperation on AI development and governance at the…

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Business & Economy

Starbucks Expands China Footprint with Xinjiang Debut

International coffee chain giant Starbucks on Tuesday opened two stores in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, marking its debut in the region…

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Business & Economy

Chinese Shoppers Buying from Abroad More than Ever

People’s Daily/BRNN/GSF — On her way home from work, Wang Nan, a 1980s-born Beijing new media professional, clicked a link a colleague had…

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Business & Economy

AIIB Annual Meeting Eyes Greater Development Impact, Innovation

Xinhua The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Monday opened its 11th annual meeting of the Board of Governors in Doha, Qatar, bringing together…

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Sports & Entertainments

Asian Games | Lin Shidong Comes of Age with Three Golds

Lin Shidong walked out of the players’ tunnel Monday night with a calm look in his eyes, his first Asian Games campaign finally…

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Business & Economy

Diesel Price Surge Sends Shockwaves through European Economy

Europe’s diesel squeeze has been further complicated by uncertainty over supplies from across the Atlantic. BRUSSELS — Record diesel prices are sending shockwaves…

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COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

Eighty-Five Years on, the Spirit of the Flying Tigers Continues to Inspire China-U.S. Friendship

By Lawal SaleSeptember 29, 2026

Education & Culture

Baton of China-U.S. Friendship Passed Down from One Generation to the Next

By Lawal SaleSeptember 29, 2026

COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

A century-old Bond Between an American Family and NW China’s Qinghai

By Lawal SaleSeptember 29, 2026

Business & Economy

A Decade of Growth: China-Europe Freight Rail Trips Surge 10.8-fold

By Lawal SaleSeptember 29, 2026

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DIPLOMACY

Pair of Chinese Giant Pandas Arrives in U.S. City of Atlanta

By Lawal SaleSeptember 28, 2026

Serbian President Resigns

September 28, 2026

Iran Insists on ‘Negotiated Solution’ as Trump Rejects Peace Proposal

September 28, 2026

China-Russia Cross-Border Ropeway Passes Inspection

September 28, 2026

China’s Modernization Achievements to offer Fresh Opportunities for World Development – VP

September 28, 2026

Business & Economy

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Business & Economy

FG Remains Committed to Building More Reliable, Inclusive Power Sector — Tegbe

By Lawal SaleSeptember 25, 2026

Business & Economy

Electric Cars to Play Future Role in Power Supply

By Lawal SaleSeptember 21, 2026

Business & Economy

Uganda Breaks Ground for 320-Million-Liter Petroleum Storage Terminal

By Lawal SaleSeptember 18, 2026

Business & Economy

500 Electrification Project: Idu industrial Area Set to Enjoy Constant Power Supply

By Lawal SaleSeptember 17, 2026

Business & Economy

No Immediate Electricity Tariff Increase, Tegbe Assures Nigerians

By Lawal SaleSeptember 17, 2026

Focus On China

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Focus On China

China’s Space Station Gets Kitchen Upgrade for Long-Term Stays

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Focus On China

China Marks Start of War Against Japanese Aggression, Preserving Living Memories

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Focus On China

Taiwan’s Future Must be Decided by All Chinese People — Spokesperson

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Focus On China

China Urges Philippines to Abide by one-China Principle — Spokesperson

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Focus On China

There is But One China in the world – a Political Red Line No Country Should Cross in its Relations with China

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Focus On China

China’s 134.2-km Long River-to-Sea Pinglu Canal now Operational, Set to Boost Regional Connectivity, Trade with ASEAN

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Focus On China

China Never Pulls Away the Ladder for Others’ Development, Instead it is Committed to Putting Up Ladders — FM

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Focus On China

Taiwan Has Never Been a Country and Will Never Be One — Spokesperson

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DIPLOMACY

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DIPLOMACY

Guterres Calls for Unity in UNGA Address

By Lawal SaleSeptember 24, 2026

Lavrov to Hold Talks with African Leaders on the Sidelines of UNGA — Foreign Ministry

September 23, 2026

UN General Assembly Begins General Debate

September 23, 2026

Chinese FM Urges China, Germany to Boost Cooperation, Uphold Free Trade

September 22, 2026

Security Council Divided as China, Russia Veto Iran Sanctions Panel Extension

September 18, 2026

CHINA-AFRICA

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CHINA-AFRICA

China-Africa Cooperation in Vocational Education Builds Skills, Opens Opportunities

By Lawal SaleSeptember 21, 2026

CHINA-AFRICA

Zero-Tariff Policy to Fuel Egypt’s Trade Expansion

By Lawal SaleSeptember 3, 2026

CHINA-AFRICA

Xi says China-Egypt Ties a Benchmark for China-Arab, China-Africa Cooperation

By Lawal SaleSeptember 1, 2026

CHINA-AFRICA

China-Africa Publishing Association to Boost Exchanges Between Chinese, African Civilizations

By Lawal SaleSeptember 1, 2026

CHINA-AFRICA

Senegal Eyes Processed Goods Exports to China

By Lawal SaleSeptember 1, 2026

BRI/BRICS & SCO

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BRI/BRICS & SCO

Nigerian Analyst: Global South Pins High Hopes on BRICS’s ‘China Year

By Lawal SaleSeptember 14, 2026

BRI/BRICS & SCO

BRICS: Shettima Meets Modi, Review Multifaceted India-Nigeria Relations

By Lawal SaleSeptember 13, 2026

BRI/BRICS & SCO

BRICS Development Potential Still Far from Exhausted – Putin

By Lawal SaleSeptember 13, 2026

BRI/BRICS & SCO

Xinhua Headlines: Xi Urges BRICS to Stand on Right Side of History, Play Pioneering Role

By Lawal SaleSeptember 13, 2026

BRI/BRICS & SCO

Column: How BRICS is Reshaping the Global South’s Place in the world

By Lawal SaleSeptember 13, 2026

DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

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DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

Radda Approves Joint NCC-MTN Committee on Digital Infrastructure Development in Katsina

Lawal SaleSeptember 18, 20263 min read

DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

NCC Unveils Zero-Rated Digital Learning Initiative

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DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

NCC Strengthens Type Approval Compliance for SIM-Enabled Devices in Nigeria

Lawal SaleSeptember 11, 20262 min read

DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

International Anti-Telecom Fraud Alliance Launched in China

Lawal SaleSeptember 10, 20263 min read

DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

AI-Powered “Made in China” Sharpens Global Appeal in Tech Hub

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DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

China Launches AI-Powered App to Combat Telecom and Online Fraud

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DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

China’s 5G Mobile Subscriptions Top 70% of Total

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DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

Fibre Optic Cable Protection – Beyond Words

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XI IN FOCUS

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XI IN FOCUS

US, Denmark, Greenland Sign Deal to Expand US Military Presence in Greenland

By Lawal SaleSeptember 23, 2026

XI IN FOCUS

Xi’s US Visit to Boost Prospects of Ties

By Lawal SaleSeptember 23, 2026

XI IN FOCUS

Xi highlights Sino-US Youth Ties Before Visit

By Lawal SaleSeptember 22, 2026

Politics & Governance:

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Politics & Governance:

How China is Helping Improve Global Governance

By Lawal SaleSeptember 22, 2026

China to Hold Global Development Initiative 5th Anniversary Dialogue at UN

September 22, 2026

China, US Delegations Hold Trade Talks in New York

September 21, 2026

German State Polls Put Pressure on Merz

September 21, 2026

China’s Global Development Initiative Gives Global South Stronger Voice, Opportunities — Ex Egyptian PM

September 21, 2026

WORLD FOCUS

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WORLD FOCUS

S. Korean President Rules out Troop Deployment for Engaging in War in Strait of Hormuz

By Lawal SaleSeptember 18, 2026

WORLD FOCUS

UN Experts Establish Grounds to Believe US Committed War Crimes in Iran strikes

By Lawal SaleSeptember 18, 2026

WORLD FOCUS

8 Countries Welcome Britain’s Ban on Imports from Israeli Settlements

By Lawal SaleSeptember 10, 2026

WORLD FOCUS

Maduro Urges U.S. Judge to Dismiss Charges

By Lawal SaleSeptember 3, 2026

WORLD FOCUS

Global Consequences: How US Sanctions on Iran Could Spread Risks and Costs Worldwide

By Lawal SaleAugust 26, 2026

COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

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COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

BRICS’s “China Year” as Game Changer for the Global South

By Lawal SaleSeptember 17, 2026

COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

GGI AT 1: DESPITE GLOBAL TURBULENCE, MULTIPOLAR WORLD PREVAILS

By Lawal SaleSeptember 4, 2026

COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

People-to-People Exchanges Enduring Bridge

By Lawal SaleAugust 26, 2026

CHINA/US SUMMIT

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CHINA/US SUMMIT

Xi says Ready to Work with Trump to Steer China-US Ties on Steady Course

By Lawal SaleSeptember 25, 2026

Xi says China Hopes US to Handle Taiwan Question with Prudence

September 25, 2026

Xi Attends State Dinner Held by Trump

September 25, 2026

Full text: Xi’s Remarks at Arrival Ceremony at the White House

September 24, 2026

Xi says China, U.S. Should be Partners, not Rivals

September 24, 2026

NIGERIA-CHINA

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NIGERIA-CHINA

Chinese Embassy in Abuja Marks 77th Anniversary of PRC, 55 Years of Nigeria-China Relations

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NIGERIA-CHINA

Nigeria, Chinese Firms Deepen Partnership on Power Generation, Transmission

Lawal SaleSeptember 11, 20262 min read

NIGERIA-CHINA

Food Diplomacy: China, Nigeria Deepen Cultural, People-to-People Ties

Lawal SaleAugust 28, 20263 min read

NIGERIA-CHINA

Investment In Infrastructure, Education, Healthcare Key To Tackling Poverty – Chinese Envoy

Lawal SaleAugust 26, 20263 min read

NIGERIA-CHINA

China Pledges RMB 200m Grant to Support Nigeria’s Development Projects

Lawal SaleAugust 13, 20263 min read

NIGERIA-CHINA

Nigeria, China Deepen Creative Partnership with Film, Digital Media Cooperation

Lawal SaleAugust 8, 20263 min read

NIGERIA-CHINA

CCECC Begins Construction on Collector Road CO1 in Abuja

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NIGERIA-CHINA

Katsina State Governor Leads delegation to China, Seeks Partnerships in AI, Mechanised Agriculture

Lawal SaleJuly 14, 20263 min read

NIGERIA UPDATE

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NIGERIA UPDATE

FG Moves to Operationalise 112 National Emergency Number

By Lawal SaleSeptember 8, 2026

NIGERIA UPDATE

Tegbe Highlights Nigeria’s Power Sector Reform at 50th Middle East Energy Leadership Summit

By Lawal SaleSeptember 2, 2026

NIGERIA UPDATE

DEMOGRAPHY, DESTINY AND DISORDER; A Malthusian-Ricardian Reply to Nigeria’s Population, Land and Urban Planning Question

By Lawal SaleAugust 31, 2026

NIGERIA UPDATE

Governor Radda Steps Up Efforts to Improve Katsina NYSC Camp

By Lawal SaleAugust 19, 2026

NIGERIA UPDATE

Gov Radda Joins Remi Tinubu, Governors for Commissioning of Buhari Estate and Medical Centre in Ogun

By Lawal SaleAugust 19, 2026

AFRICA FOCUS

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AFRICA FOCUS

Ethiopia and Djibouti to Build Petroleum Pipeline with Support of Dangote

By Lawal SaleSeptember 24, 2026

AFRICA FOCUS

ECOWAS Startup Awards: Winners to Share $65,000 Prize

By Lawal SaleSeptember 21, 2026

AFRICA FOCUS

South Africa, NDB Sign 1-bln-USD Loan to Upgrade Urban Infrastructure

By Lawal SaleSeptember 16, 2026

Global South

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Global South

In Pictures: Global Development Initiative @ 5: Making Steady Progress and Real impact

Lawal SaleJuly 30, 20261 min read

Global South

China Inaugurates Global Civilization Institute

Lawal SaleJuly 22, 20261 min read

Global South

Global South Seeks Seat at AI Governance Table, not Just as a Consumer

Lawal SaleJuly 19, 20262 min read

Global South

Xi Meets Kazakh President in Shanghai

Lawal SaleJuly 16, 20261 min read

Global South

FM Rejects ‘China Squeeze’ Narrative, Saying China and Global South Countries are Always Companions

Lawal SaleJuly 11, 20262 min read

Global South

Global Travelers Drawn to China’s Revitalized Agrarian Charm

Lawal SaleJuly 8, 20264 min read

Global South

EXPLAINER: Iran’s Khamenei Funeral – Which World Leaders are Attending?

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Global South

Xi Says China Ready to Establish Security Partnership with Cambodia

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RUSSIA/AFRICA

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RUSSIA/AFRICA

Africa Remains a Priority in Allocation of Scholarship Quotas — Zakharova

By Lawal SaleSeptember 16, 2026

Putin Invites ECOWAS Commission President to Russia–Africa Summ

September 14, 2026

Russia to Simplify Visa Procedures with African Countries

September 10, 2026

Russian Foreign Ministry: Durban Declaration Provisions Align with Russia–Africa Summit Priorities

September 10, 2026

37,000 African Students Study in Russia — Deputy Minister

September 5, 2026

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

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CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

China Advances Ecological Governance Under the Rule of Law

By Lawal SaleAugust 27, 2026

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Beijing Designated as UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture 2029

By Lawal SaleAugust 6, 2026

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

BRI Injects Impetus into Green Transition Efforts

By Lawal SaleAugust 6, 2026

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Moscow Records Heaviest Snowfall in Over 200 Years

By Lawal SaleJanuary 30, 2026

Politics & Governance:

Economy, Inflation and Debt May Dominate Malawi’s 2025 election Choices

By Lawal SaleSeptember 6, 2025

RUSSIA & EURASIA

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RUSSIA & EURASIA

Russia Thwarts Over 100 mln Cyber Threats During State Duma Elections — Official

By Lawal SaleSeptember 21, 2026

RUSSIA & EURASIA

Russia’s Easternmost Regions Begin Voting for 9th State Duma

By Lawal SaleSeptember 18, 2026

RUSSIA & EURASIA

Explainer: The Story Behind Russia Day and the Significance of 12 June

By Lawal SaleJune 12, 2026

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CHINA/US SUMMIT

President Xi Arrives in U.S. for State Visit, Received by Trump at Airport

By Lawal SaleSeptember 23, 2026

By Sale Lawal Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday afternoon for a state visit to the United States.…

CHINA/US SUMMIT

Xi’s Bridge-Building Across the Pacific

By Lawal SaleSeptember 23, 2026

"Friendship, which derives from close contact between the people, holds the key to sound state-to-state relations," Chinese President Xi Jinping has said. For…