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What You Need to Know About the Ukraine-Russia Talks in Abu Dhabi

CGTN/BRNN The Ukrainian, Russian and American officials will meet in Abu Dhabi Tuesday for talks on ending almost five years of conflict between Moscow…

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Focus On China

Voices: What the CPC’s Fifth Plenary Session Means for Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan

CGTN Figures from the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions and the Taiwan region have described the fifth plenary session of the 20th…

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WORLD FOCUS

Ten of Thousands Demonstrate in Amsterdam, Urge Stronger Dutch Action on Gaza

Xinhua A large-scale pro-Palestinian protest took place in Amsterdam on Sunday, with participants calling on the Dutch government to take more action over the…

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Politics & Governance:

Brazil Will Continue to Play its Dual Role on Global Stage

Global Times The Brazilian government plans to introduce new regulations on the critical minerals sector, prioritizing the domestic processing, refining and industrialization of rare…

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HEALTH & WELL-BEING

Chinese Medical Team Offers Free Healthcare to Over 5,000 Residents in Tanzania’s Zanzibar

Xinhua The 36th Chinese medical team to Tanzania’s Zanzibar has concluded a four-day free medical outreach camp at Kinduni Health Center, providing medical services…

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Focus On China

China Promotes Building of Community with Shared Future in Outer Space – Spokesperson

Xinhua China advocates the peaceful use of outer space, engages in active international space cooperation, and promotes the building of a community with a…

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Business & Economy

The World Comes to China, Opportunities Flow Both Ways

(Xinhua) — As tariffs rise, trade restrictions multiply and geopolitical tensions weigh on global economic ties, the case for keeping markets open has…

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DIPLOMACY

Papua New Guinea’s Decision to Close “Taipei Economic Office” Appreciated – FM spokesperson

Xinhua China appreciates the decision by the government of Papua New Guinea to shut the “Taipei Economic Office” in the country, which once again…

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CHINA-AFRICA

Buoyed by Zero Tariffs, African Exporters Eye Bigger China Market

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Business & Economy

Tegbe Announces Restoration of Power Supply in Five States

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CHINA-AFRICA

Africa Looks to China for Search, Rescue Know-How

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HEALTH & WELL-BEING

Sino-Africa Cooperation to Enhance Infectious Disease Control

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Focus On China

CPC Launches Election of 2,360 Delegates for 21st National Congress

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Beyond Shopping, China’s Traditional Markets Enjoy Youth-Driven Revival

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Chinese Automakers in Africa: Shaping Future of Automotive Industry

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Global South Delegates Seek Stronger Voice at World Media Summit in Beijing

November 8, 2026

China Marks 55th Anniversary of Restoration of UN Lawful Seat at Vienna Event

November 8, 2026

Business & Economy

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Business & Economy

Tegbe Promises Improved Power Supply Within 72 Hours

By Lawal SaleNovember 7, 2026

Business & Economy

China’s Import Expo Draws More Fortune Global 500 Companies, Industry Leaders

By Lawal SaleNovember 6, 2026

Business & Economy

Commentary: China Remains a Source of Opportunity for Global Companies

By Lawal SaleNovember 6, 2026

Business & Economy

China’s “Importathon” at Nine — What Keeps it Running?

By Lawal SaleNovember 6, 2026

Business & Economy

Tegbe Commissions Solar Mini-Grids, Breaks Ground on 36 Others in Zamfara

By Lawal SaleNovember 5, 2026

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Focus On China

CPC’s Self-Governance Offers New Insights for Global Political Civilization

By Lawal SaleNovember 3, 2026

How is the CPC Addressing Challenges of Long-Term Governance?

November 3, 2026

CPC: BEDROCK OF CHINA’S DEVELOPMENT, GOOD GOVERNANCE

November 2, 2026

Xinhua Headlines: CPC Advances Party Self-Governance with Resolute Anti-Graft Efforts

November 1, 2026

The Uniqueness of the Communist Party of China in Governance and in Crafting the Path to development

November 1, 2026

DIPLOMACY

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DIPLOMACY

Chinese President Appoints New Ambassadors

By Lawal SaleNovember 6, 2026

DIPLOMACY

Xi holds talks with Sultan of Oman

By Lawal SaleNovember 3, 2026

DIPLOMACY

Chinese Special Envoys to Make Shuttle Vsits to Middle East, Africa

By Lawal SaleNovember 3, 2026

CHINA-AFRICA

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CHINA-AFRICA

Kenyan Officials Laud China’s Zero-Tariff Policy, Eye More Cooperation at CIIE

By Lawal SaleNovember 7, 2026

CHINA-AFRICA

Kenyan Chili Farmers Eye Chinese Market

By Lawal SaleNovember 3, 2026

CHINA-AFRICA

African Union Expresses Firm Support to one-China Principle

By Lawal SaleOctober 26, 2026

CHINA-AFRICA

African Countries Host Photo Exhibition Marking Taiwan’s Restoration to China

By Lawal SaleOctober 26, 2026

CHINA-AFRICA

Arts and Culture Bolster Sino-African Relations

By Lawal SaleOctober 21, 2026

WORLD FOCUS

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WORLD FOCUS

Global Media Discuss Mass Communication in AI Era

By Lawal SaleNovember 6, 2026

WORLD FOCUS

Vance Blames Iran War for Republican Losses in Midterm Elections

By Lawal SaleNovember 5, 2026

WORLD FOCUS

Trump Says Conflict with Iran Will “End Very Soon”

By Lawal SaleNovember 1, 2026

WORLD FOCUS

Ukraine Pauses Strikes on Russian Refineries Under US Pressure – Report

By Lawal SaleOctober 30, 2026

WORLD FOCUS

China Urges US to End blockade against Cuba

By Lawal SaleOctober 30, 2026

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Politics & Governance:

Anti-Netanyahu Parties Secure 67 Seats with Over 85 pct of Israeli Votes Counted

By Lawal SaleOctober 28, 2026

Xi Congratulates Lula on Re-Election as Brazilian President

October 27, 2026

Lula Wins Reelection in Brazil

October 26, 2026

Serbia’s Vucic Concedes Election Defeat as Student-Led Movement Claims Victory

October 26, 2026

Japanese Media Question Takaichi’s Military Push, Governance After 1 Year in Office

October 22, 2026

BRI/BRICS & SCO

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BRI/BRICS & SCO

Fourth Council Meeting of Belt and Road News Network Held in Fuzhou

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BRI/BRICS & SCO

SCO Helps Boost Cooperation Between Asia, Africa — Experts

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BRI/BRICS & SCO

2026 Belt and Road Media Cooperation Forum Held in Fuzhou

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BRI/BRICS & SCO

Africa Seeks Closer BRI Cooperation in Trade, Financing

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BRI/BRICS & SCO

China-Europe Freight Train Service Tops 140,000 Trips

Lawal SaleOctober 22, 20262 min read

BRI/BRICS & SCO

How Belt and Road Rail Links Redefine Globalization for Landlocked Nations

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BRI/BRICS & SCO

Global Experts Hail BRI as Critical Bridge Amid Geopolitical Turbulence

Lawal SaleOctober 11, 20263 min read

BRI/BRICS & SCO

BRI Project Wins Multiple Sustainable Development Awards in Indonesia

Lawal SaleOctober 2, 20263 min read

Global South

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Global South

China-Pakistan Information Corridor Launched to Strengthen Media Ties

By Lawal SaleOctober 27, 2026

Global South

From Infrastructure to Tech Cooperation: How China is Advancing South-South Cooperation

By Lawal SaleOctober 18, 2026

Global South

Chinese Premier says Beijing Ready to Ensure High-Quality China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway

By Lawal SaleOctober 17, 2026

Global South

Xinhua Headlines: 90 Years on, Long March Spirit Endures in China, Resonates Beyond Borders

By Lawal SaleOctober 11, 2026

Global South

Universities Help Foster Sino-African Digital Ties

By Lawal SaleOctober 6, 2026

XI IN FOCUS

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XI IN FOCUS

Xi Casts Ballot in Beijing’s Local Legislative Election

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XI IN FOCUS

Xi Stresses Party Self-Governance to Ensure CPC Remains Strong Leadership Core

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XI IN FOCUS

Xiplomacy: Xi’s Remarks on Upholding Authority, Role of UN

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XI IN FOCUS

Xi sends Message to 2026 Global Governance Forum (Xiongan)

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XI IN FOCUS

Xi Urges Drawing on Long March Spirit

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XI IN FOCUS

Xi’s Decades-Long Commitment to Poverty Reduction

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XI IN FOCUS

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

Lawal SaleSeptember 23, 20262 min read

XI IN FOCUS

Xi’s US Visit to Boost Prospects of Ties

Lawal SaleSeptember 23, 20264 min read

AFRICA FOCUS

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AFRICA FOCUS

Climate Shocks Increase Health Risks for Africa’s Most Vulnerable

By Lawal SaleOctober 30, 2026

AFRICA FOCUS

Kenya Launches $160 Million Initiative to Fund Wildlife Conservation

By Lawal SaleOctober 22, 2026

AFRICA FOCUS

Zimbabwe’s Ruling Party Nominates Mnangagwa as Candidate for 2029 Presidential Election

By Lawal SaleOctober 21, 2026

AFRICA FOCUS

IMF Official Warns of Exacerbated Food Insecurity in Sub-Saharan Africa

By Lawal SaleOctober 19, 2026

AFRICA FOCUS

Sahel States Restart Dialogue with West Africa Bloc

By Lawal SaleOctober 18, 2026

NIGERIA-CHINA

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NIGERIA-CHINA

China, Nigeria Sign $30m Grant Agreement for Development Projects

By Lawal SaleOctober 29, 2026

NIGERIA-CHINA

Business Leaders Meet in Beijing to Strengthen Nigeria–China Financial Corridor

By Lawal SaleOctober 23, 2026

NIGERIA-CHINA

Chinese Ambassador Pays Courtesy Visit to Nigeria’s First Lady

By Lawal SaleOctober 22, 2026

NIGERIA-CHINA

China, Nasarawa State Pledge to Deepen Cooperation Across All Fields

By Lawal SaleOctober 21, 2026

NIGERIA-CHINA

Chinese Ambassador Commends Emir of Lafia for Promoting China-Nigeria Friendship

By Lawal SaleOctober 21, 2026

CHINA/US SUMMIT

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CHINA/US SUMMIT

China, US Reach Consensus on Eight Outcomes in Xi’s Visit

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CHINA/US SUMMIT

Public’s View of China Improving in the US

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CHINA/US SUMMIT

Xinhua Headlines: Xi-Trump Summit Provides New Strategic Guidance for China-U.S. Ties

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CHINA/US SUMMIT

China, U.S. Agree on Constructive Strategic Stability Based on Respect, Fairness and Reciprocity

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CHINA/US SUMMIT

Xi Wraps up State Visit to US

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CHINA/US SUMMIT

Xi Calls for Translating New Vision of China-U.S. Relationship Into Action

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CHINA/US SUMMIT

Xinhua Commentary: Turning Vision Into Action for China-U.S. Constructive Strategic Stability

Lawal SaleSeptember 25, 20263 min read

CHINA/US SUMMIT

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

Lawal SaleSeptember 25, 20263 min read

DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

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DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

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

By Lawal SaleSeptember 30, 2026

DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

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

By Lawal SaleSeptember 29, 2026

DIGITAL WORLD, TELECOM & ICT

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

By Lawal SaleSeptember 18, 2026

RUSSIA/AFRICA

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RUSSIA/AFRICA

Nigerian Vice President to lead Country’s Delegation at Russia–Africa Summit

Lawal SaleOctober 7, 20261 min read

RUSSIA/AFRICA

Russia Africa Summit to Define New Areas of Partnership in Future – Official

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RUSSIA/AFRICA

Russia Bases its Engagement with Africa on Shared Development — Putin

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RUSSIA/AFRICA

West Pressuring African Countries to Prevent Participation in Summit — Russian Foreign Ministry

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RUSSIA/AFRICA

Preparations for Russia–Africa Summit in Full Swing – Zakharova

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RUSSIA/AFRICA

Putin Submits Russia–Burkina Faso Relations Agreement for Ratification

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RUSSIA/AFRICA

Africa Remains a Priority in Allocation of Scholarship Quotas — Zakharova

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RUSSIA/AFRICA

Putin Invites ECOWAS Commission President to Russia–Africa Summ

Lawal SaleSeptember 14, 20261 min read

COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

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COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

EXPLAINER: NCC DEVICE CHECKER AND TYPE APPROVAL

By Lawal SaleOctober 15, 2026

COMMENTARY & ANALYSIS

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

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

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

NIGERIA UPDATE

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NIGERIA UPDATE

Nigeria Declares 3-day Mourning for 32 Military Personnel Killed in Plane Crash

By Lawal SaleOctober 7, 2026

FG, Lagos Deepen Partnership to Improve Electricity Reliability in State

October 6, 2026

FG Moves to Operationalise 112 National Emergency Number

September 8, 2026

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

September 2, 2026

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

August 31, 2026

RUSSIA & EURASIA

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RUSSIA & EURASIA

Russia Warns Lithuania Against Possible NATO Base, Nuclear Weapons Deployment

By Lawal SaleOctober 7, 2026

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

RUSSIA & EURASIA

Russia’s Flagship Economic Forum Opens in St. Petersburg

By Lawal SaleJune 4, 2026

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

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CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Panda Conservation Strengthens Global Ties

By Lawal SaleOctober 16, 2026

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

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SCIENCE & TECH

Chinese-Made Tunnel Boring Machine Arrives for Belgrade Metro Project

By Lawal SaleNovember 6, 2026

Xinhua The first of two Chinese-made tunnel boring machines (TBMs) for Belgrade's first metro line arrived at the Port of Pancevo on Thursday,…

XIPLOMACY

President Xi’s Diplomatic Style, Artistry in Nigeria

By Isah MukhtarNovember 6, 2026

Perception of President Xi Jinping’s Diplomatic Style and Artistry in Nigeria A 2026 Report By Center for Contemporary China-Africa Research in Nigeria: China as…

Business & Economy

9th China International Import Expo Opens in Shanghai

By Lawal SaleNovember 5, 2026

The ninth edition of the China International Import Expo (CIIE), the world's first national-level exhibition dedicated to imports, opened on Thursday in Shanghai in…

Education & Culture

France’s Blood Bank Hit by Cyberattack

By Lawal SaleNovember 5, 2026

The cooling system of France's blood bank has been hit by a cyberattack, French blood bank authorities (EFS) said on Wednesday. The refrigeration systems…

OPINION

AI as Election Bogey

By Lawal SaleNovember 4, 2026

By Okoh Aihe As he walked across the stage to address the gathering, the young MC joked on Monday morning that Prof Joash Amupitan…

OPINION

Leading Chinese Modernization Steadily Forward Through the Party’s Self-Revolution

By Lawal SaleNovember 3, 2026

By H.E Ambassador Yu Dunhai Days ago, the Fifth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China concluded in…

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