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Mainland unveils package of policies, measures to boost ties with Taiwan

China unveils measures to boost Taiwan exchanges and ties

Zimbabwe-China horticulture engagement eyes deeper agricultural ties under zero-tariff policy

The 2026 Zimbabwe-China Horticulture Buyers Engagement kicked off on Wednesday, with China's zero-tariff policy highlig…

36 killed in gang violence over 1 week in South Africa

hairperson of the National Assembly's Portfolio Committee on Police Ian Cameron said

Brazil warns of real risk of world war and says global order no longer exists

Brazilian presidential adviser says war against Iran exposes limits of US power

China Launches Governance Campaign Ahead of New Plan

China launches governance campaign ahead of new five-year plan

Brazil promotes defense industrial base as engine for strategic sectors

Brazil promotes defense industrial base as engine for strategic sectors

South Africa Assures Fuel Supply Stability

Despite concerns over potential shortages linked to tensions in the Middle East

Lula urges stronger UN role on conflicts and defends multilateralism at COP-15

Brazilian president says environmental policy rebuilding restored country’s global standing

Ethiopia urges fuel conservation, accelerates shift to EVs amid global supply concerns

Ethiopia has called for fuel conservation and accelerated adoption of alternative energy solutions as global oil supply…

Kenya launches construction of Naivasha-Kisumu-Malaba Standard Gauge Railway

A major infrastructure project aimed at boosting regional connectivity and economic growth.

Lula to attend CELAC summit in Colombia to strengthen regional integration and Africa dialogue

Lula to attend CELAC summit and Africa forum in Bogotá

China and DRC Hold Media Forum in Kinshasa

China and DRC deepen media cooperation at Kinshasa forum