New survey finds U.S. responsible for majority of global trade barriers
A new survey reveals that the U.S. implemented the world’s highest number of new trade barriers in the first three months of this year, escalating global trade tensions and threatening supply chain stability.
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Beijing, Tokyo see “substantive” progress on Japanese aquatic imports talks
China and Japan have held a new round of talks in Beijing over the safety of Japanese aquatic products. According to China's top customs authority, the two sides achieved "substantive progress."
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Hong Kong holds ceremony for establishing International Organization for Mediation
Hong Kong has held a signing ceremony of the Convention on the Establishment of the International Organization for Mediation.
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Wang Yi meets chairperson of Asian Peace and Reconciliation Council
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has met the chairperson of the Asian Peace and Reconciliation Council in Hong Kong. Wang said China's initiative to establish the International Organization for Mediation provides a new option to resolve disputes and achieve reconciliation on a voluntary basis.
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Authorities brace for travel boom over Dragon Boat Festival holiday
People in China are gearing up for the three-day Dragon Boat Festival holiday this weekend. The Transport Ministry is expecting nearly 690 million passenger trips from Saturday to Monday.
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