Explainer: How a Japan-invested firm sparks a major wildfire at Mongolia's protected reserve

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:45:33 GMT

ULAN BATOR, Oct. 20 (Xinhua) -- A large-scale steppe fire has erupted in a strictly protected nature reserve in eastern Mongolia, threatening to spread toward the China-Mongolia border and posing cross-border ecological risks.

Initial investigations suggest the fire was triggered by a convoy run by Mobicom, a Mongolian telecommunications company with Japanese investment.

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India to host inaugural SCO Civilisation Dialogue Forum by year-end: Rajnath Singh

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:03:52 GMT

Dushanbe [Tajikistan], October 20 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday announced that India will host the first Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Civilisation Dialogue Forum by the end of this year, inviting all member countries to participate in the initiative aimed at strengthening cultural ties and mutual understanding.

Addressing the SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting in Dushanbe, Ta

India supports Action Plan for Implementation of Programme of Multilateral Trade and Economic Cooperation: Rajnath Singh at SCO meeting

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:02:37 GMT

Dushanbe [Tajikistan], October 20 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday (local time) said India supports the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation's (SCO) Action Plan for 2026-2030 on multilateral trade and economic cooperation, calling for resilient supply chains, convenient trade and investment, and technology-driven development amid global economic uncertainties.'India believes that our economic engagement sh

"No double standards on terrorism": Rajnath Singh's strong stance at SCO Meet, in presence of Pak's Ishaq Dar

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:02:31 GMT

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Dushanbe [Tajikistan], October 20 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday took a strong stance against terrorism at the SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting. Addressing members of the SCO, he said that terrorism remains one of the most serious threats to peace and development today.

Notably, Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister, Ishaq Dar, was also present during Rajnath

US-Uzbekistan strategic partnership is stronger than ever: Sergio Gor after bilateral meeting with Marco Rubio, President Mirziyoyev in Samarkand

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 06:34:22 GMT

Samarkand [Uzbekistan], October 20 (ANI): US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Tuesday (local time) said the strategic partnership between the United States and Uzbekistan was "stronger than ever" following a bilateral meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Samarkand.

In a post on X, Gor said he was honoured to join Rubio for the meeting with Mirziyoyev, highlight

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets Tajikistan PM, Iran Vice President on sidelines of SCO meeting

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 06:33:51 GMT

Dushanbe [Tajikistan], October 20 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday met Tajikistan Prime Minister Qohir Rosulzoda and Iran's First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Heads of Government meeting in Dushanbe.

Sharing details of his meeting with Rosulzoda, Rajnath Singh said he underlined the longstanding civilisational ties and deep peopl

Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon welcomes Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, SCO representatives in Dushanbe

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:01:10 GMT

Dushanbe [Tajikistan], October 20 (ANI): Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon on Tuesday welcomed Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and representatives from other member countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) at the Palace of the Nation in Dushanbe.

Rajnath Singh is representing India at the SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting being held in the Tajik capital.

Earlier on Monday, upon arr

Tech Beats Tariffs: Global Trade Growth Accelerates and Globalization Sets New Record

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:38 GMT

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New Delhi [India], October 20: The global race to build infrastructure for artificial intelligence is giving world trade strong momentum at a time of higher tariffs and geopolitical conflicts.

- The AI boom has become a powerful driver of global trade - outweighing tariffs and geopolitical shocks, according to the latest DHL Globalization Tracker

- The trade outlook has improved, with growt

Iran Repeats Threat To Target Undersea Fiberoptic Cables

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:20:28 GMT

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Iran has repeated its threat to target undersea fiberoptic cables running through the Strait of Hormuz if war with the United States resumes.

Hossein Mohebbi, spokesman for the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), said Tehran will reveal new weapons and new targets if there is renewed aggression

Marco Rubio to commence three-day visit to India; trade deal, talks with Jaishankar on agenda

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:29:36 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 20 (ANI): US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to arrive in Mumbai on Tuesday for an official visit to India, carrying momentum from fresh diplomatic discussions in Central Asia and signalling that a long-awaited US-India trade agreement is on the verge of finalisation.

During his visit, which includes a bilateral meeting with Foreign Minister S Jaishankar and a trip to Gujarat's en

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh holds talks with Tajik counterpart on sidelines of SCO HoG meeting

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:07:22 GMT

By Niranjan Mishra

Dushanbe (Tajikistan), October 19 (ANI): Upon arriving in Tajikistan's capital, Dushanbe, to attend the SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a meeting with his Tajik counterpart Emomali Sobirzoda.

Tajikistan's Defence Minister welcomed Rajnath Singh upon his arrival. Sherali Jonon, Head of the Asia-Pacific Division at Tajikistan's Ministry

We have deep love for Hindi and Indian culture: Tajik nationals express affection for India during Rajnath Singh's visit

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:07:26 GMT

By Niranjan Mishra

Dushanbe [Tajikistan], October 19 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan, on Monday evening. He is representing India at the meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of Government, being held in Dushanbe on October 19-20. Upon his arrival at the hotel, the Defence Minister was welcomed by members of the Indian community as well as residents.

Among

Rajnath Singh arrives in Tajikistan for SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:37:01 GMT

Dushanbe [Tajikistan], October 19 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has arrived in the Tajik capital to represent India at the 25th Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), scheduled for October 19-20.

Upon landing at the airport, Singh was accorded a ceremonial welcome and received by his Tajik counterpart, Emomali Sobirzoda, alongside Sherali Jonon, Head

WTA roundup: Lilli Tagger ousts Liudmila Samsonova in Osaka opener

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:25:15 GMT

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Austria's Lilli Tagger improved to 2-0 this year against Liudmila Samsonova of Russia with a 6-3, 6-3 upset of the No. 5 seed in the first round of the Japan Open on Monday in Osaka.

Tagger converted all three break points while not facing any on her serve, finishing with more than twice as many winners as unforced errors (19-9) in the 72-minute victory.

It wasn't the only

Ajman Department of Tourism concludes promotional roadshow in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:23:41 GMT

AJMAN, 19th October, 2026 (WAM) -- The Department of Tourism, Culture & Media - Ajman has concluded its promotional roadshow in Central Asia, which included Tashkent in the Republic of Uzbekistan and Almaty in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The roadshow formed part of the Department's efforts to expand its tourism source markets and reach new visitor segments.

The roadshow featured direct meetings between the De

Industry leaders optimistic after Rubio's remarks on India-US trade deal finalisation

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:09:10 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 19 (ANI): Indian industry leaders have expressed optimism over the early conclusion of the India-US bilateral trade agreement following US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's remarks that the two countries are close to finalising a deal, while welcoming Washington's decision to waive new Russia-related tariffs and sanctions.

Speaking to ANI, Pankaj Chadha, Chairman of the Engineering Expor

TAJIKISTAN-DUSHANBE-CHINA-LI QIANG-TAJIK PRESIDENT-MEETING

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:45:53 GMT

(261019) -- DUSHANBE, Oct. 19, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang meets with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, Oct. 19, 2026. (Xinhua/Ding Lin)

Chinese premier says ready to expand cooperation with Tajikistan in emerging industries

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:45:16 GMT

DUSHANBE, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang said Monday that China is willing to expand cooperation with Tajikistan in emerging industries such as the digital economy and artificial intelligence.

In his meeting with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, Li said China stands ready to expand bilateral trade with Tajikistan, strengthen cooperation in infrastructure, green minerals, connectivity and other fields

(SP)UZBEKISTAN-TASHKENT-TABLE TENNIS-ASIAN CHAMPIONSHIPS-WOMEN'S TEAM

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:16:45 GMT

(261019) -- TASHKENT, Oct. 19, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Arujan Kamalova (R) of Uzbekistan hits a return to Seak Hui Li of China's Macao during the women's team group match between China's Macao and Uzbekistan at the 29th ITTF-Asian Table Tennis Championships in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Oct. 19, 2026. (Xinhua/Feng Kaihua)

Victoria Falls stadium nears completion ahead of 2027 Cricket World Cup, set to host Zimbabwe-India clash

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:12:59 GMT

Harare [Zimbabwe], October 19 (ANI): The Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium in Victoria Falls is nearing completion ahead of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027, with major construction work substantially finished as Zimbabwe steps up preparations for the global tournament.

The new venue is scheduled to host Zimbabwe's final group-stage match against India on October 24, 2027, followed by three Super 7

US, Uzbekistan discuss critical minerals cooperation as Tashkent plans major production expansion

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:08:30 GMT

Samarkand [Uzbekistan], October 19 (ANI): US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed cooperation in critical minerals, infrastructure and space with Uzbekistan's Foreign Minister, as the Central Asian country plans to significantly expand mineral production and develop its domestic critical-minerals industry.

In a social media post on Monday, Rubio said he met Uzbekistan Foreign Minister Saidov to discuss deepen

"More jobs, more prosperity, greater security": US State Secy Marco Rubio meets C5 FMs in Uzbekistan

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:06:25 GMT

Samarkand [Uzbekistan], October 19 (ANI): US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday highlighted the importance of strengthening economic cooperation and regional security with Central Asian countries, following meetings with foreign ministers from the region during his visit to Uzbekistan for the C5+1 Ministerial.

Rubio joined foreign ministers from all five Central Asian republics-- Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Taj

"Next chapter of US-Central Asian economic partnership": US envoy to India Gor on Rubio's Uzbekistan visit

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 07:36:44 GMT

Samarkand [Uzbekistan], October 19 (ANI): US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Monday highlighted the growing economic partnership between the United States and Central Asia during a visit to Uzbekistan's Samarkand city alongside US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Uzbekistan Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saido and Deputy Chair of the National Security Council of Uzbekistan Saida Mirziyoyeva.

In a post on X, Gor shar

Afghanistan announces squad for Hong Kong Sixes 2026, Gulbadin Naib to lead

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 07:03:38 GMT

Hong Kong, October 19 (ANI): Afghanistan have announced their squad for the Hong Kong Sixes 2026, with experienced all-rounder Gulbadin Naib named captain as the team prepares to compete in the fast-paced six-a-side tournament, according to a press release.

The Hong Kong Sixes will run from 30 October to 1 November 2026, with the tournament taking place at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground in Hong Kong.<

"Close to finalising trade deal with India": Marco Rubio says trade deal considered while hitting pause on fuel-purchase tariffs

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:01:28 GMT

Samarkand [Uzbekistan], October 19 (ANI): United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday indicated that the US-India trade deal is close to finalisation. Rubio who is in Uzbekistan will be in Mumbai on Tuesday where he will meet External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. Rubio will also travel to Jamnagar, home to one of the world's largest refineries, later in the week.

Speaking to reporters in Samark

Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan celebrates cultural ties through Fire Temple exhibition, reading session

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:32:40 GMT

Baku [Azerbaijan], October 19 (ANI): The Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan organised a painting exhibition showcasing Baku's historic Fire Temple and a reading session from the Indian classic 'Panchatantra' in Baku on Sunday, celebrating the longstanding cultural connections between the two countries through art, literature, music and cuisine.

The event, held at the Embassy's Chancery premises on Sunday, brought

"Looking forward to representing India": Defence Minister Rajnath Singh leaves for Tajikistan to attend SCO meeting

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 04:32:02 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 19 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday left New Delhi for Dushanbe, Tajikistan, to represent India at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Heads of Government (HoG) meeting scheduled for October 19-20.

In a post on X, Rajnath Singh said, "Leaving New Delhi for Dushanbe. Looking forward to representing India at the SCO Heads of Government (HoG) meeting in Tajikistan on

FURIA wins thrilling Thunderpick grand final over BetBoom Team

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 01:19:12 GMT

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FURIA rallied to beat BetBoom Team on Sunday in the grand final of the Thunderpick World Championship in Attard, Malta.

FURIA pulled out a 3-2 win to repeat as the champion of the event, taking home a $500,000 prize split in half between the club and players, after winning the 2025 Thunderpick title.

The $1 million Counter-Strike 2 event began with eight teams divided into t

Asian Para Games 2026: Nishad Kumar, Ajeet Singh Yadav among India's key medal contenders on Day 1

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:29:56 GMT

Aichi-Nagoya [Japan], October 19 (ANI): India will look to make a strong start to its medal campaign on Day 1 of the 2026 Asian Para Games today, with several prominent athletes competing across para athletics, para swimming, para powerlifting, para archery and para shooting.

Paralympic medallists Nishad Kumar and Ajeet Singh Yadav, along with world champion Rinku Hooda, will lead India's challenge in para athlet

Sergio Gor welcomes US State Secretary Marco Rubio to Uzbekistan ahead of key C5+1 Ministerial meeting

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:29:50 GMT

Samarkand [Uzbekistan], October 19 (ANI): US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, on Sunday, with US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor welcoming him and describing the occasion as a 'historic day' ahead of high-level regional engagements focused on trade, investment and strategic cooperation.

Taking to social media platform X, Gor highlighted the upcoming C5+1 Ministerial meeting and the

Trump Defends Russia Sanctions Waivers, Zelenskyy Warns Of Impact

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 22:52:20 GMT

President Donald Trump defended his decision to waive sweeping sanctions planned against Russia as an effort to keep Moscow at the negotiating table amid strong criticism from Kyiv and some US lawmakers that it sends the wrong message to the Kremlin.

Trump signed an executive order late on October 16 that waives new sanctions mandated by legislation named for the late US senator Lindsey Graham, an ardent supporte

Trump Says Zelenskyy Should 'Get Somebody Else To Negotiate'

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 22:52:20 GMT

US President Donald Trump suggested Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy should "get somebody else to negotiate" on Kyiv's behalf in the effort to end the war Russia launched in 2022, the latest statement in which Trump has voiced doubt about Zelenskyy's commitment to seeking peace.

The remark came amid concerns in Ukraine over a series of moves that Zelenskyy has said would play into Russian President Vladimi

TAJIKISTAN-DUSHANBE-CHINA-LI QIANG-TAJIK PRIME MINISTER-TALKS

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:15:56 GMT

(261018) -- DUSHANBE, Oct. 18, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang holds talks with Tajik Prime Minister Kokhir Rasulzoda in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, Oct. 18, 2026. (Xinhua/Zhang Ling)

TAJIKISTAN-DUSHANBE-CHINA-LI QIANG-OFFICIAL VISIT-SCO MEETING-ARRIVAL

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:15:39 GMT

(261018) -- DUSHANBE, Oct. 18, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrives at the Dushanbe International Airport for an official visit to Tajikistan and to attend the 25th meeting of the Council of Heads of Government (Prime Ministers) of Member States of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) at the invitation of Tajik Prime Minister Kokhir Rasulzoda, in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, Oct. 18, 2026. Rasulzoda and ot

Asian Para Games: Avani Lekhara, Harvinder Singh, Sheetal Devi begin campaigns on Day 1

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:08:36 GMT

Aichi-Nagoya [Japan], October 18 (ANI): India will look to begin its medal campaign on a strong note at the 2026 Asian Para Games, with several prominent athletes set to lead the country's challenge across para athletics, para swimming, para powerlifting, para archery and para shooting.

Paralympic medallists Nishad Kumar and Ajeet Singh Yadav, along with world champions Rinku Hooda, will be among India's key cont

Roundup: Public outcry grows in Mongolia over Japanese-linked reserve wildfire

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:45:17 GMT

ULAN BATOR, Oct. 18 (Xinhua) -- Days after open flames of a major grassland fire were put out, public criticism is mounting in Mongolia over the blaze at a protected nature reserve in the country, with national authorities vowing to hold relevant parties accountable and claim compensation for state losses.

Earlier this month, a group of executives from Mobicom, a Mongolian telecommunications company with Japanese

"It is possible": Nayar reveals why Allen could match Abhishek's record-breaking 30-ball T20I ton in upcoming IND-NZ series

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:06:09 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 18 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer and assistant coach Abhishek Nayar said that it is possible that explosive New Zealand opener Finn Allen could match Abhishek Sharma's record-breaking 30-ball century during the five-match T20I series at home, pointing out to the Kiwi star's six-hitting abilities and how small ground dimensions of NZ suit his game.

The five-match T20I s

"Trump administration recognises significance of India as a strategic partner": Foreign affairs expert ahead of Rubio's visit

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:05:48 GMT

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 18 (ANI): Ahead of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to India, Defence and foreign affairs expert Sanjeev Srivastava on Sunday said the Trump administration's decision to temporarily pause sanctions and tariffs linked to Russian oil imports reflects its recognition of India's significance as a strategic partner.

Speaking to ANI, Srivastava said Rubio's recent rema

World Insights: Leaders' summit puts security, regional cooperation, finance at heart of upcoming COP17

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:45:15 GMT

YEREVAN, Oct. 18 (Xinhua) -- Global efforts to halt biodiversity loss face a common test: whether conservation commitments can withstand the pressures of poverty, conflict and competing economic priorities.

At Friday's Leaders' Summit on Biodiversity in Yerevan, those pressures brought the challenge of implementation into focus ahead of the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biolog

FC Goa suffer late defeat to Regar-TadAZ in AFC Challenge League opener

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 07:34:31 GMT

Hawally [Kuwait], October 18 (ANI): FC Regar-TadAZ of Tajikistan came from behind to defeat FC Goa 2-1 in the opening match in Group C of the AFC Challenge League 2026-27 at the Mohammed Al Hamad Stadium, Hawally, Kuwait, on Saturday.

AIFF Super Cup champions Goa couldn't have asked for a better start, going ahead after seven minutes when Chiki received the ball in the middle of the box and fired past Severin Tak

Decades of restoration work breathes new life into once-vanished lake

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 07:19:10 GMT

HOHHOT, Oct. 18 (Xinhua) -- In the core zone of a wetland in Ulanqab, north China's Inner Mongolia, a smart ecological supervision center deploys drone patrols and AI-powered wildlife tracking technology to help restore a lake that had once dried up.

Autumn envelops the Huangqihai Lake with quiet vibrancy. Birds such as white-naped cranes wade across the muddy shallows in search of food.

The lake spans 85.2

Iran Names UN-Sanctioned Missile Chief As Defense Minister

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 06:59:23 GMT

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Irans parliament on October 18 approved Mehrdad Akhlaqi Ketabchi as the country's new defense minister, according to Iranian state media and international news agencies. He received 237 votes in favor and 15 against, with no abstentions, out of 277 votes cast during an online parliamentary session.

A veteran of Iran's d

Rubio leaves for India visit, says aims to secure "economic opportunities" even as Trump hits tariff pause for 'ally' India

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 02:58:34 GMT

Washington DC [US], October 18 (ANI): US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has left the US for his visit to Uzbekist and and India. Rubio left from the Joint Base Andrews late on Saturday (local time) and will be in India on October 20.

'Just departed for Uzbekistan and India to continue securing the Trump Administration's economic opportunities for our nation,' Rubio said ahead of his departure.

Meanwhi

UZBEKISTAN-TASHKENT-CHINA-LI QIANG-UZBEK PRESIDENT-MEETING

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:15:42 GMT

(261017) -- TASHKENT, Oct. 17, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang meets with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Oct. 17, 2026. (Xinhua/Huang Jingwen)

UZBEKISTAN-TASHKENT-CHINA-LI QIANG-UZBEK PM-TALKS

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:15:24 GMT

(261017) -- TASHKENT, Oct. 17, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang holds talks with Uzbek Prime Minister Abdulla Aripov in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Oct. 17, 2026. (Xinhua/Shen Hong)

UZBEKISTAN-TASHKENT-CHINA-LI QIANG-OFFICIAL VISIT-ARRIVAL

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:45:27 GMT

(261017) -- TASHKENT, Oct. 17, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrives at the airport for an official visit to Uzbekistan at the invitation of Uzbek Prime Minister Abdulla Aripov, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Oct. 17, 2026. On Li's arrival, the Uzbek prime minister and other senior government officials greeted him at the airport and held a welcome ceremony in his honor. (Xinhua/Huang Jingwen)

Pakistan tightens media gag, bars live coverage of security incidents

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:03:35 GMT

New York [US] October 17 (ANI): Pakistan's media regulatory authorities have come under criticism for imposing sweeping restrictions on television broadcasters, raising concerns over press freedom, censorship and the government's growing control over news coverage.

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has urged Pakistani authorities to withdraw restrictions prohibiting television networks from airing live c

WUC urges Marco Rubio to raise Uyghur rights issue during his Uzbekistan visit

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:03:28 GMT

Washington DC [US], October 17 (ANI): The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has called on US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to address the growing vulnerability of Uyghurs in Central Asia to China's transnational repression during his upcoming visit to Uzbekistan, where he is scheduled to participate in the C5+1 Ministerial alongside a delegation of more than 200 American business executives.

According to a press relea

Iran Says Supertanker Hit Mine In Strait of Hormuz

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 06:30:54 GMT

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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) said on October 17 that a supertanker carrying more than 2 million barrels of crude oil exploded and caught fire after hitting a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz.

In a statement, the IRGC Navy said the vessel had been trying to pass through the strait "illegally," using a route

Cooperation with China advances Uzbekistan's national development, says expert

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:45:36 GMT

TASHKENT, Oct. 17 (Xinhua) -- From electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing to green energy and regional railway, Uzbekistan's cooperation with China is increasingly translating high-level political trust into tangible economic gains, an Uzbek expert has said.

Eldor Tulyakov, executive director of the Development Strategy Center of Uzbekistan, a think tank, made the remarks in an interview with Xinhua.

As bilate

Xiplomacy: Xi's decades-long commitment to poverty reduction

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 03:45:15 GMT

BEIJING, Oct. 17 (Xinhua) -- Poverty eradication is "a common ideal of humanity," Chinese President Xi Jinping has once said.

Five years after China declared a complete victory in the fight against absolute poverty in 2021, its approach continues to inspire poverty reduction efforts worldwide.

Xi's dedication to poverty alleviation spans decades, from his early work in poor rural communities to t

Despite India's strong missive, US lawmakers push narrative on protests against EC ask Rubio to take up "right to expression"

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 02:58:59 GMT

Washington DC [US], October 17 (ANI): Despite India calling out US Congress representatives for pushing a narrative on the protests against the Election Commission, US lawmakers continue to make comments on what is an internal issue for India.

US Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal and Congressman James P. McGovern have now called on Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss what they describe as 'rights to freedom of

Senior diplomat Sudhakar Dalela appointed India's next Ambassador to Nepal

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:38:03 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): Senior diplomat Sudhakar Dalela, currently serving as Secretary within the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), has been named India's next Ambassador to Nepal, as stated by the MEA on Friday.

"Shri Sudhakar Dalela (IFS: 1993), Secretary in the Ministry, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Nepal. He is expected to take up the assignment shortly," the MEA state

Xi's Album | Xi stresses prioritizing ecological conservation, pursuing green development

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:16:35 GMT

ULANQAB, Inner Mongolia, Oct. 16 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping has emphasized the need to unswervingly follow the path of prioritizing ecological conservation and pursuing green development.

Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks during an inspection trip on Friday to the city of Ulanqab, north Chin

CHINA-INNER MONGOLIA-ULANQAB-XI JINPING-INSPECTION (CN)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:22:30 GMT

(261016) -- ULANQAB, Oct. 16, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, visits the Huangqihai Lake nature reserve in Ulanqab, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Oct. 16, 2026. Xi made an inspection trip on Friday to the city of Ulanqab, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Regio

Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev receives newly appointed Indian Ambassador Abhay Kumar

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:17:43 GMT

Baku [Azerbaijan] October 16 (ANI): Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev on October 16 received Abhay Kumar, the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of India to Azerbaijan, who presented his credentials to the Azerbaijani head of state.

During the meeting, Abhay Kumar said he would spare no effort to promote the development of bilateral relations between India and Azerbaijan.

The discu

CHINA-INNER MONGOLIA-ULANQAB-HUANGQIHAI-AUTUMN SCENERY (CN)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:15:36 GMT

(261016) -- ULANQAB, Oct. 16, 2026 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 16, 2026 shows an autumn view of the Huangqihai Lake nature reserve in Ulanqab, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.

Huangqihai Lake in Ulanqab was once on the verge of drying up due to climate and other impacts. After years of comprehensive conservation, its water body has gradually been restored and expanded. (Xinhua/Bei He)

Tamchy SFIT Named Asia-Pacific's Top Rising Star in fDi's Global Free Zones of the Year Awards 2026

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:12:28 GMT

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Issyk-Kul [Kyrgyzstan], October 16: Tamchy Special Financial Investment Territory (SFIT) has ranked first in Asia-Pacific and second globally in the Rising Star category of fDi Intelligence's Global Free Zones of the Year Awards 2026, becoming the first financial hub from C

Pakistan's textile exports struggle as rising costs, regional conflicts threaten growth

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:10:52 GMT

Islamabad [Pakistan], October 16 (ANI): Pakistan's textile export growth remained modest in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026-27, as rising production costs and regional disruptions continued to undermine the country's competitiveness in international markets, as reported by Dawn.

According to Dawn, data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), textile and clothing exports increased by 5.26 per ce

Feature: Where trees take root, friendship grows

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:45:18 GMT

ROME, Oct. 16 (Xinhua) -- When Chinese sand-control pioneer Yin Yuzhen was named one of the 100 Women Heroes in Agrifood Systems and Rural Development by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) on Thursday evening, retired U.S. teacher Ronald Sakolsky was there to share the moment.

Sitting in the audience, Sakolsky grew teary-eyed as he applauded Yin's achievement. Later, he was invit

"Foreign govt summoning EAM on Indian soil a new low": Pawan Khera claims Rubio skips Delhi, "summons" Jaishankar to Mumbai

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:37:59 GMT

New Delhi [India] October 16 (ANI): Congress leader Pawan Khera on Friday claimed that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is skipping Delhi and has summoned External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar to Mumbai instead.

In a post on X, Khera said US Ambassador Sergio Gor had confirmed the development.

"US Ambassador Sergio Gor has confirmed that Secretary of State Marco Rubio is skipping Delhi and has sum

26 years apart, two old friends raise a trophy together in Rome

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:45:15 GMT

by Xinhua writers Gao Jingyan, Diao Ze, Ren Yaoting

ROME, Oct. 16 (Xinhua) -- Scanning the crowd at the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) headquarters, Yin Yuzhen pointed to her American friend Ronald Sakolsky. Sakolsky was then invited onto the stage, and the two embraced tightly as a wave of applause reverberated across the plenary hall.

Just moments earlier, Yin was awarded a crystal trophy hono

"Modi ji, your officials are confused": Rahul Gandhi on Rubio's Mumbai visit, says "unless you want me to explain"

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:34:02 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Friday took a swipe at the Centre over US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's upcoming visit to India, saying the External Affairs Ministry was "confused" about the trip.

In a post shared on X, Rahul Gandhi said, 'Mr Rubio has summoned his employee to Mumbai. Modi ji, your officials in the External Affairs Ministry ar

India urges CICA members to unite against all forms of terrorism, stresses respect for sovereignty

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:33:38 GMT

Baku [Azerbaijan], October 16 (ANI): India has called on member states of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) to unite against all forms of terrorism, including cross-border terrorism, while stressing that regional connectivity projects must respect the national sovereignty and territorial integrity of all member states.

Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardha

Trump dismisses going nuclear on Iran, possible ground invasion

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:00:19 GMT

Washington DC [US], October 16 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) ruled out using nuclear weapons against Iran amid the ongoing conflict and expressed little inclination towards deploying American ground troops, even as the US military develops fresh strike options against Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear facilities, including the potential use of the "mother of all bombs".

In an i

USISPF chief Mukesh Aghi outlines what to expect from Rubio's India visit

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:03:05 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) President and CEO Mukesh Aghi said US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's upcoming visit to India is expected to focus on bilateral ties, geopolitical developments and the Quad, with discussions likely to cover West Asia, Russian oil and technology cooperation.

Speaking to ANI on Thursday, Aghi said that trade was unlikely to be the p

Cross-border friendship takes root, grows into forest

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:15:05 GMT

Through the friendship with Chinese desertification control expert Yin Yuzhen, Ronald Sakolsky, a retired American history teacher, hopes to encourage more people to cross national borders and work together to protect their common home, the Earth.

ROME, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) -- "We do not speak the same language, we do not look the same, but we are brother and sister and we understand each other," sai

India calls on CICA member states to unite against cross-border terrorism

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:27:32 GMT

Baku [Azerbaijan], October 15 (ANI): India has reaffirmed its core philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' while urging all member states of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) to collectively combat cross-border terrorism during the grouping's high-level summit in Azerbaijan.

Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh conveyed the message while addres

Chinese desertification control expert calls for global unity to protect planet

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:15:04 GMT

Yin Yuzhen, a leading Chinese expert on desertification control, hopes to share her experience with communities facing land degradation, drought and desertification. Although conditions vary across regions, she believes that determination, and locally adapted approaches can help restore degraded land and improve people's lives.

ROME, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) -- A leading Chinese expert on desertification

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Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:16:29 GMT

(261015) -- ROME, Oct. 15, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Yin Yuzhen attends a ceremony for Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations' (FAO) 100 Women Heroes in Agrifood Systems and Rural Development, in Rome, Italy, Oct. 15, 2026. Chinese sand-control pioneer Yin Yuzhen has been named among the FAO's 100 Women Heroes in Agrifood Systems and Rural Development, a global recognition initiative launched by the FAO.

Chinese sand-control pioneer Yin Yuzhen named among FAO's 100 women heroes

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:45:20 GMT

Yin Yuzhen and her family have spent more than four decades combating desertification in the Maowusu Sandy Land in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, transforming stretches of the once-barren landscape into a green expanse, overcoming harsh conditions and shifting sands.

ROME, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) -- Chinese sand-control pioneer Yin Yuzhen has been named among the FAO's 100 Women Heroes

"Quite extraordinary": Congress's Jairam Ramesh hits out at MEA as US envoy reveals Jaishankar's Mumbai schedule

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:18:48 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 15 (ANI): Terming it 'quite extraordinary,' Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) after the US Ambassador to India disclosed that External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is expected to meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Mumbai, questioning whether the announcement of India's diplomatic engagements on home soil has been 'o

KYRGYZSTAN-BISHKEK-EXPO

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:51:57 GMT

(261015) -- BISHKEK, Oct. 15, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People communicate during the Kyrgyzstan Expo 2026 & Expo Eurasia Kyrgyzstan 2026 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, Oct. 15, 2026. The three-day event opened here on Thursday, covering sectors such as industry, agriculture, construction, energy, transportation and healthcare. (Photo by Roman/Xinhua)

Pakistan ranks worst in South Asia on 2026 Global Hunger Index as food insecurity deepens

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:36:51 GMT

Islamabad [Pakistan], October 15 (ANI): Pakistan has recorded the worst performance in South Asia in the 2026 Global Hunger Index, highlighting the country's deepening food insecurity amid economic instability, soaring food prices, climate-related disasters and international conflicts, as reported by Dawn.

According to Dawn, the report, under the theme "No Security Without Food Security", was jointly prepared by

Iran's Security Challenges Compounded By Rising Domestic Insurgency

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:28:52 GMT

Irans vast and restive southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchistan, located along the border with Afghanistan and Pakistan, has witnessed a deadly flare-up of violence in recent weeks.

Armed groups and Iranian security forces have clashed almost daily across the impoverished province, the site of a decades-long, low-level insurgency.

Separatist groups and Islamist militants in Sistan-Baluchistan, home to Ir

Russian Lt Gen Igor Anatolyevich Seritsky interacts with Sapta Shakti Command chief Lieutenant General Mohit Malhotra to deepen bilateral defence cooperation

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 11:12:38 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 15 (ANI): Russian Lieutenant General Igor Anatolyevich Seritsky, Acting Commander of the Moscow Military District of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, interacted with Lieutenant General Mohit Malhotra, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Sapta Shakti Command, to deepen bilateral defence cooperation, the Indian Army said.

In a post on X, the Indian Army on Wednesday said the

Saudis Accuse Iran Of Encouraging Houthi Attacks On Riyadh

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:16:08 GMT

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A Saudi Foreign Ministry official on October 14 accused Iran of encouraging Yemen's Houthi rebels to intensify attacks on Saudi Arabia, saying Tehran continues to arm, train, and support the group.

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China, Tajikistan to expand cooperation in emerging industries

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 02:19:16 GMT

A view of Dushanbe, Tajikistan's capital and largest city. /VCG

Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Monday that China is willing to expand cooperation with Tajikistan in emerging industries such as the digital economy and artificial intelligence.

Li, who is on an official visit to the Central Asian country, made the remarks during his meeting with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe.

Chinese premier arrives in Tajikistan for official visit, SCO meeting

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 02:09:51 GMT

A city view of Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan. /VCG

Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Dushanbe on Sunday for an official visit to Tajikistan and to attend the 25th meeting of the Council of Heads of Government (Prime Ministers) of Member States of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) at the invitation of Tajik Prime Minister Kokhir Rasulzoda.

China and Tajikistan are good neighb

Chinese premier: China ready to deepen cooperation with Uzbekistan

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 23:46:11 GMT

Chinese Premier Li Qiang holds talks with Uzbek Prime Minister Abdulla Aripov in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, October 17, 2026. /Xinhua

Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Saturday that China stands ready to strengthen the alignment of development strategies with Uzbekistan and deepen cooperation in energy and resources, artificial intelligence, modern agriculture and other areas.

Li, who is on an offi

How a north China city is powering AI development with green energy

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 03:57:19 GMT

Ulanqab, a city in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, is known as China's "potato capital" and "oat capital." Today, it is tapping its abundant wind and solar resources to power the growth of its computing industry, turning its natural advantages into new drivers of economic growth.

Since China launched its national "East Data, West Computing" project in 2022, Ulanqab has accelerated the development

China-Mongolia ties gain momentum through connectivity&green growth

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:09:58 GMT

National flags of Mongolia and China. /CFP

Editor's note: Li Chao, a special commentator for CGTN, is an associate research fellow at the Belt and Road Research Institute of Inner Mongolia Academy of Social Sciences. The article reflects the author's views and not necessarily those of CGTN.

At present, China-Mongolia relations are at their best in history, with coopera

China-Mongolia people-to-people exchanges deepen bilateral ties

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:47:18 GMT

People present traditional clothing in Ulan Bator, Mongolia, July 9, 2022. /Xinhua

Editor's note: Qi Huijun, a special commentator for CGTN, is a deputy director and associate professor at the Department of Northern Borderland Studies, Institute of Chinese Borderland Studies, the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS). The article reflects the author's views and not nece

Chinese FM meets Russian counterpart in Azerbaijan

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:15:06 GMT

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, meets with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Baku, Azerbaijan, October 14, 2026. /Xinhua
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday met with his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov, in Baku, with both sides pledging to strengthen bilateral cooperation and coordination

Afghan police foil drug smuggling attempt, arrest 2 in Badakhshan

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:45:22 GMT

KABUL, Oct. 20 (Xinhua) -- Counter-narcotics police foiled an attempt to smuggle 312 kg of opium-type illegal drugs and arrested two suspected smugglers in the northern Afghan province of Badakhshan on Monday, according to a statement from the provincial police office on Tuesday.
The suspects were attempting to transport the contraband by car from Kasham district to an unknown destination, the statement said.

Urgent: Chinese premier urges promoting dialogue, inclusiveness to safeguard world peace, stability

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:15:38 GMT

DUSHANBE, Oct. 20 (Xinhua) -- Member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) should encourage all parties to focus on common interests, replace confrontation with dialogue, bridge estrangement with inclusiveness, and seek effective solutions to problems, so as to work together to safeguard world peace and stability, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said Tuesday.
Li made the remarks while addressing the 25t

Feature: Soaring fuel prices leave Afghans struggling to heat homes this winter

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:15:03 GMT

KABUL, Oct. 20 (Xinhua) -- As winter approaches in mountainous, war-torn Afghanistan, people have begun buying firewood to keep their homes warm during the freezing season.
However, soaring prices of firewood and coal ahead of winter have left many Afghan families struggling to afford fuel to withstand the harsh winter in a country where the majority of the population requires humanitarian assistance.
"Li

Afghan forces rescue kidnapped child, arrest kidnapper in northern region

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:45:21 GMT

KABUL, Oct. 20 (Xinhua) -- Afghan security forces have rescued a child from kidnappers in the northern Afghan province of Sari Pul and reunited him with his family, a statement from the provincial police office said Monday afternoon.
The 12-year-old child was kidnapped in the northern province of Kunduz two months ago, the statement said, adding that the suspected kidnapper would be handed over to the judiciary

Chinese FM highlights trust, friendship, cooperation, partnership on Eurasia tour

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:15:33 GMT

SOFIA, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday offered a four-point summary of his just-concluded Eurasia tour: trust is the cornerstone of peace, friendship is a valuable asset, cooperation is a solid driving force, and partnership is a common goal.
Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks while jointly meeting the pre

Asian Para Games | Gabbasov's long road to gold leads past a friend

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:45:30 GMT

TOYOTA, Japan, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- Yerkin Gabbasov from Kazakhstan knew that South Korea's Park Jinho was his friend and the arch rival on the shooting range at the 2026 Asian Para Games.
The 43-year-old fired a Games record 249.1 points in the men's 10m air rifle standing SH1 final on Monday, edging Park Jinho by 0.6 points and reversing their finish at the Paris Paralympics two years ago.
"I was prepari

2nd LD Writethru: Chinese premier says ready to expand cooperation with Tajikistan in emerging industries

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:15:43 GMT

DUSHANBE, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang said Monday that China is willing to expand cooperation with Tajikistan in emerging industries such as the digital economy and artificial intelligence.
In his meeting with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, Li said China stands ready to expand bilateral trade with Tajikistan, strengthen cooperation in infrastructure, green minerals, connectivity and other field

1st LD: Chinese premier says ready to expand cooperation with Tajikistan in emerging industries

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 08:15:35 GMT

DUSHANBE, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang said Monday that China is willing to expand cooperation with Tajikistan in emerging industries such as the digital economy and artificial intelligence.
In his meeting with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, Li said China stands ready to expand bilateral trade with Tajikistan, strengthen cooperation in infrastructure, green minerals, connectivity and other field

3 killed, 3 injured in car accident in W. Afghanistan

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 07:45:04 GMT

KABUL, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- Three people were killed and three others were injured after their car overturned in the western Afghan province of Nimroz on Sunday night, provincial police spokesman Mawlawi Gul Mohammad Qudrat said Monday.
Blaming reckless driving for the accident, Qudrat said the mishap occurred on a road linking the provincial capital Zaranj with Delaram district, leaving three people dead at the

Urgent: Chinese premier hopes Tajikistan will continue to ensure safety of Chinese firms

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:45:21 GMT

DUSHANBE, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Monday expressed the hope that the Tajik side will continue to take strong measures to ensure the safety and security of Chinese personnel and enterprises in Tajikistan.
Li made the remarks in his meeting with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon. The Chinese premier is in the Central Asian country for an official visit and to attend the 25th meeting of the Cou

Urgent: Chinese premier calls for deepening law enforcement, security cooperation with Tajikistan

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:45:14 GMT

DUSHANBE, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Monday called for deepening cooperation in law enforcement and security with Tajikistan.
In his talks with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, Li said both sides should strengthen intelligence exchanges and information sharing, jointly combat the three forces of terrorism, separatism and extremism, and safeguard lasting peace and stability in the region.

Urgent: Chinese premier says China willing to expand cooperation with Tajikistan in emerging industries

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:15:16 GMT

DUSHANBE, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang said Monday that China is willing to expand cooperation with Tajikistan in emerging industries such as the digital economy and artificial intelligence.
Li, who is on an official visit to the Central Asian country, made the remarks during his meeting with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon.

Police burn nearly 1 tonne of illegal drugs in Afghanistan's Farah

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:15:11 GMT

KABUL, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- Police burned nearly one tonne of illegal drugs in the western Afghan province of Farah on Sunday, provincial police spokesman Kalimullah Nangyal said Monday.
The narcotics, including 955 kg of opium-type drugs, hashish and 36 kg of methamphetamine, were seized during a series of operations recently and publicly burned on Sunday, the official said.
Police also arrested a suspect

2nd LD Writethru: Chinese premier says ready to advance high-quality Belt and Road cooperation with Tajikistan

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:15:28 GMT

DUSHANBE, Oct. 18 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Sunday that China stands ready to work with Tajikistan to advance high-quality Belt and Road cooperation.
He made the remarks in talks with Tajik Prime Minister Kokhir Rasulzoda during his official visit, saying China is willing to deeply align its development strategies with Tajikistan, deepen cooperation in trade and investment, green minerals, con

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