Tag: #China
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CHINA UPGRADES ‘GREEN CHANNEL’ TO BOOST AFRICAN AGRICULTURAL EXPORTS
China has upgraded its “Green Channel” policy to accelerate the clearance of African agricultural exports and improve access to one of the world’s largest consumer markets. The initiative is designed to help African exporters overcome challenges associated with transporting fresh produce over long distances. Chinese officials say the upgraded process will reduce customs delays, protect…
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CHINA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO FULLY IMLEMENT CHINA-AFRICA COOPERATION AGREEMENTS
China has reaffirmed its commitment to fully implementing all agreements reached with African countries under the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Speaking in Beijing, Deputy Director of the FOCAC Office at China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Shuai Guipeng, said Africa remains an equal partner in the cooperation framework. He stressed that the relationship is based…
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DAMBAZAU: NIGERIA’S RELATIONS WITH CHINA WILL BE GUIDED BY NATIONAL INTEREST
Nigeria’s Ambassador-Designate to China, Amb. Abdulrahman Dambazau, says Nigeria’s relationship with China and other global powers will continue to be driven by national interest and strategic cooperation. Speaking in Abuja, Dambazau said Nigeria must protect its sovereignty while building partnerships that support the country’s development and security priorities. He noted that countries like China, the…
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AFRICAN EXPORTERS SEE GROWTH POTENTIAL IN CHINA’S ZERO-TARIFF POLICY
African experts say China’s zero-tariff policy presents a major opportunity for African countries to expand exports and strengthen trade ties. The policy, which covers 53 African countries, took effect on May 1 and was discussed during a webinar hosted by the Sino-SA Media Club. Experts noted that Africa can benefit significantly if countries improve production…
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CHINA’S YUAN GAINS SLIGHTLY AGAINST U.S. DOLLAR
China’s currency, the Yuan, strengthened slightly against the U.S. dollar on Monday, according to the China Foreign Exchange Trade System. The central parity rate rose by 35 pips to 6.8467 per dollar ahead of trading activities in the interbank foreign exchange market. China’s forex system said the daily rate is determined using a weighted average…
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CHINA URGES CEASEFIRE AFTER PAKISTAN STRIKES AFGHAN CITIES
Beijing says it’s “deeply concerned” as cross-border tensions spiral between its two neighbours. China has called for urgent dialogue following fresh military escalation between Pakistan and Afghanistan, after Pakistani forces carried out overnight strikes on targets inside Afghan cities, including Kabul. Foreign Ministry spokesman Mao Ning said Beijing was saddened by the casualties and warned…
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EX-U.S. F-35 PILOT ARRESTED FOR ALLEGEDLY TRAINING CHINESE MILITARY
Gerald Brown, once an elite U.S. Air Force instructor, faces charges over unauthorized defense training. Former U.S. Air Force Gerald Brown, 65, was arrested in Indiana for allegedly providing military training to China without State Department approval, violating U.S. arms export laws. Prosecutors warned his actions could pose a “significant threat to national security.” Brown’s…
