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BANGKOK, Nov. 14 (Xinhua) — As the second-largest economy globally, China has played a vital role in promoting sustainable development and shared prosperity among Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies and beyond, said Kasemsit Pathomsak, vice chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trade of Thailand.Navigating a difficult global landscape, China has remained committed to its regional development goals, focusing on the integration of sustainable technologies and digital advancements, Kasemsit, a member of the APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC), said in a recent exclusive interview with Xinhua.”China has been a very dedicated and consistent player in whatever…

BEIJING, Nov. 14 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to attend the 31st APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Lima, Peru, where leaders from across the Asia-Pacific will convene to chart strategies for shaping the region’s future.APEC gatherings, renowned for blending economic discussions with cultural exchanges, often feature leaders donning local attire for the iconic “family photo.” This no-tie tradition is seen as a way to cut down on the formality that high-level meetings usually involve.In these meetings, Xi’s remarks showcase not only his eloquence but also his wit, vividly conveying his vision for Asia-Pacific cooperation. Over the years,…

President Xi Jinping meets with US President Joe Biden in Lima, Peru, on Saturday. FENG YONGBIN/CHINA DAILYCharting a smooth transition of China-US ties, taking stock of the policy legacy and underlining Beijing’s policy consistency were highlights of the third summit between President Xi Jinping and United States President Joe Biden, observers said.Prior to their meeting on Saturday in Lima, Peru, Xi and Biden had met face-to-face in Bali, Indonesia, in 2022 and in San Francisco last year.On Saturday, Beijing and Washington agreed to “continue to stabilize China-US relations, and ensure a smooth transition of the relationship”, the Foreign Ministry said.Both…

By: S.Y. Kokolee The United States Agency for International Development, also known as USAID, and the Government of Liberia, represented by the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning, signed the $114 million Development Objectives Agreement (DOAG) on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. The agreement is a grant from the American people.The signing is based on the 14th and 15th amendments to the current DOAG, signed in May 2020 between the US Government through USAID and the Government of Liberia.In his special remarks, US Ambassador to Liberia Mark Toner said the signing is an expression of the US Government’s commitment to promote…

A Speech Delivered by China’s Ambassador to Liberia H.E. YIN Chengwu at the Seminar on “Deepen Cooperation, Work Together for Development.”Good morning.Welcome to the seminar on “Deepen Cooperation, Work Together for Development”.It is a great pleasure to meet with old and new friends and to discuss China-Liberia cooperation.Recently, President Xi Jinping and President Joseph Nyuma Boakai held a successful meeting during the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Both Presidents agreed to elevate China-Liberia relations to strategic partnership, charting the course of the bilateral relations. China and Liberia face great opportunities to deepen cooperation and seek common development.Firstly, it is the…

In a powerful address during the 2024 Kofi Annan Eminent Speakers Lecture, President Michael D. Higgins of Ireland emphasized the urgent need for global collaboration to tackle the intertwined crises of climate change, mounting debt, and food insecurity in Africa.”The Global North is responsible for 92% of overshoot emissions, that is the damage caused by climate breakdown,” Higgins, declared. “Global south renewable energy is receiving 40 times less public finance than the fossil fuel sector,” he added.The hybrid event, organized by the African Development Bank Group’s African Development Institute, also featured Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, President of the African Development…

In Africa, some 63 million children suffer from stunted growth, and another 13 million face other forms of malnutrition. In Asia, the crisis is even greater as global agricultural production is devastated by floods and other extreme weather events.East African nations are mobilizing resources to meet this growing challenge and transform the lives of some of their most vulnerable citizens.”This alarming reality, compounded by conflicts, climate change, and economic challenges, reinforces our determination to find effective solutions,” said Professor Julio Rakotonirina, Director for Health and Humanitarian Affairs at the African Union Commission. “We are better together in this fight against…

Press ReleaseMonrovia – The Regional Maritime University (RMU) continued its Board of Governors’ Meeting in Monrovia on Friday with the Ceremonial opening, drawing ministers and officials from member states. In attendance were dignitaries including Sierra Leone’s Minister of Transport, Mr. Alhaji Fanday Turay, Cameroon’s Minister of Transport, Hon. Jean Ernest Massena Ngalle Bibehe, Ghana’s Minister of Transport, Hon. Kwaku Ofori Asiamah, and the Maritime Organization of West and Central Africa (MOWCA) Secretary-General Dr. Paul Adalikwu, who praised Liberia’s warm hospitality.Addressing attendees, Dr. Adalikwu noted Liberia’s unique status as Africa’s only nation in Category A according to the International Maritime Organization…