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The preparatory meeting of the fourth session of the 14th National People’s Congress (NPC) on Wednesday adopted the following agenda of the session: – Deliberate the report on the work of the government; – Examine the draft outline of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) for national economic and social development; – Examine the report on the implementation of the 2025 plan for national economic and social development and on the 2026 draft plan, and the draft plan for national economic and social development in 2026; – Examine the report on the execution of the central and local budgets for 2025 and on the…

As two major countries, China and the United States should respect each other and pursue peaceful coexistence and win-win cooperation, a Chinese spokesperson said on Wednesday. China is willing to work with the United States to strengthen communication at all levels and through various channels, so as to create broader space for bilateral cooperation, Lou Qinjian, spokesperson for the fourth session of the 14th National People’s Congress, made the remarks at a press conference held ahead of the opening of the session scheduled for Thursday. Meanwhile, China adheres to its own principles and red lines, and will, as always, resolutely…

China is deeply concerned over the spillover of conflict in the Middle East and calls on all parties to immediately stop military operations to prevent further spread, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Tuesday. Mao made the remarks at a press conference when answering questions on the US-Israeli strikes against Iran, adding that they lack UN Security Council authorization and violate international law. She added that the sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of the Gulf states should be fully respected. On the Iranian nuclear issue, Mao said China stands for a peaceful settlement through dialogue and negotiation. She added that…

Chinese scientists have developed a novel neural network that enables artificial intelligence (AI) to form concepts from raw sensory data like sight and sound, simulating a fundamental aspect of human cognition, according to a study published recently in the journal Nature Computational Science. A remarkable capability of the human brain is to form more abstract conceptual representations from sensorimotor experiences and flexibly apply them independent of direct sensory inputs. However, the computational mechanism underlying this ability was previously poorly understood. This meant that large language models were fundamentally limited by their dependence on pre-existing linguistic data, making them incapable of…

Lantern Festival. As the name suggests, the festival has an enduring tradition of enjoying lantern displays. This year, the 40th edition of the Qinhuai Lantern Festival has illuminated the historic city of Nanjing in east China’s Jiangsu Province. Spanning eight themed zones, including the Confucius Temple, Laomendong historical district and Bailuzhou Park, this year’s festival features nearly 400 lantern installations that blend folklore, history and modern design. The festival runs from January 21 to May 31. The Qinhuai Lantern Festival, which dates back to Eastern Wu (222-280), not only preserves centuries-old traditions but also expands its international presence. This year,…

A landmark anti-poverty achievement by the Chinese government is drawing international recognition. A joint study by China’s Ministry of Finance, the Development Research Center of the State Council, and the World Bank found that nearly 800 million people were lifted out of poverty over four decades. As senior officials outline new policy priorities during the annual Two Sessions meetings, some U.S.-based experts are pointing to China’s approach as a case study, highlighting potential lessons for American lawmakers.

ISLAMABAD : Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has stated that Pakistan stands wholeheartedly with Iran, urging that the matter should not be given a wrong color domestically, and emphasizing efforts to bring the parties back to the negotiating table. Speaking in the Senate, Ishaq Dar said Pakistan issued its first reaction to the situation on February 28. He added that news later emerged regarding the martyrdom of Ali Khamenei, after which Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif released a statement expressing grief over the tragic development. He noted that when Iran was attacked in June, Pakistan had also attempted…

Casualties from US and Israeli airstrikes in Iran have surged sharply, with the death toll reaching 787, according to the Iranian Red Crescent Society. As bombardments continue in multiple cities, both Iranian authorities and US military officials have released conflicting accounts of the scale and targets of the attacks. The Iranian Red Crescent said the United States and Israel attacked 153 cities across the country. According to its figures, 504 locations were targeted in airstrikes, with a total of 1,039 attacks carried out so far. The humanitarian body confirmed that the number of people killed has now reached 787. It…

US Marines opened fire on demonstrators during the storming of the Karachi consulate over the weekend, two US officials said on Monday — a rare use ​of force at a diplomatic post that could sharply escalate tensions in the country ‌amid widespread protests over the killing of Iran’s leader. Ten people were killed on Sunday when protesters breached the compound’s outer wall after Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in strikes on Iran. Citing initial information, the ​two US officials said it was unclear whether rounds fired by Marines struck or ​killed anyone. They also did not know…

The United States has extended the closure of visa services at its embassies and consulates across Pakistan until Friday, March 6, citing the current security situation following nationwide protests. The suspension comes after demonstrations erupted in several cities over the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei during Israeli and American attacks in Iran. The US Embassy in Islamabad confirmed that all visa appointments have been canceled until March 6 due to security concerns. Visa services have also been suspended at US consulates in Lahore and Karachi. According to the embassy, all scheduled appointments stand canceled until further notice, with…