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Beijing, November 2, 2025 – In a significant move to bolster bilateral ties, Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova co-chaired the 26th session of the China-Russia Committee on Humanities Cooperation in Beijing. The meeting underscored the commitment of both nations to deepen practical cooperation across various humanities fields, marking a new chapter in their strategic partnership.

Shen, who also serves as the Chinese chairperson of the committee, highlighted the successful implementation of key agreements reached during the 25th session last year. She emphasized that both countries have organized a series of impactful thematic activities, fostering emotional resonance and mutual understanding between their peoples. The China-Russia Year of Culture, in particular, was lauded for its brilliance and success, elevating humanities cooperation to unprecedented levels.

Looking ahead, Shen pointed out that 2026 will mark the beginning of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan, presenting fresh opportunities for enhanced collaboration. She urged both sides to focus on deepening practical cooperation, improving the effectiveness of joint initiatives, and contributing to the sustained development of China-Russia relations and enduring friendship.

Golikova echoed these sentiments, praising the positive outcomes of the Russia-China humanities cooperation mechanism. She expressed Russia’s eagerness to work closely with China to promote practical cooperation and jointly craft a vibrant future for bilateral humanities initiatives.

The meeting concluded with the signing of several cooperation documents in relevant fields, further solidifying the commitment of both nations to their shared goals.

Shenzhen, China’s pioneering metropolis, has been selected as the host city for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting in November 2026. The announcement was made by Chinese President Xi Jinping during the second session of the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Gyeongju, South Korea. Shenzhen’s transformation from a modest fishing village to a global innovation hub exemplifies China’s reform and opening-up, making it an ideal venue to shape the future of Asia-Pacific cooperation. President Xi emphasized Shenzhen’s role as a living testament to China’s commitment to sustainable, digital, and green development. The city’s strategic emerging industries, including artificial intelligence, biotech, and advanced manufacturing, contribute significantly to its GDP, with added value reaching 1.56 trillion yuan in 2024. Shenzhen’s leadership in clean energy and sustainable urban development, such as electrifying its public bus fleet and producing renewable energy technologies, aligns with APEC’s goals of green growth. The city’s innovative edge was showcased at the 22nd China-ASEAN Expo, where its ‘Smart Manufacturing’ sector secured contracts worth millions. Experts like Daniel Dumbrill and Andrew Hutchins praised Shenzhen’s cooperative spirit and its potential to inspire APEC economies. President Xi also highlighted China’s ambitious climate goals, including achieving carbon neutrality by 2060, and its support for global green transitions through initiatives like the APEC Support Fund. The 2026 APEC meeting is expected to be a milestone in fostering a more open, inclusive, and sustainable Asia-Pacific economy.

The city of Al Fasher in Sudan has become a scene of devastation as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) seized control following an 18-month siege, leading to widespread atrocities and a humanitarian crisis. Survivors fleeing the city recounted harrowing tales of families being forcibly separated, children executed in front of their parents, and mass killings. Germany’s top diplomat, Johann Wadephul, described the situation as ‘apocalyptic,’ while satellite imagery from Yale University’s Humanitarian Research Lab suggested ongoing mass killings. Reports of summary executions, sexual violence, looting, and abductions have emerged, with tens of thousands of civilians still trapped in the city. The UN estimates that over 65,000 people have fled Al Fasher since the RSF’s final assault, but around 260,000 residents remain in grave danger. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) highlighted the limited number of survivors reaching safer areas, with only 5,000 making it to Tawila, 70 kilometers west of Al Fasher. Eyewitnesses reported that groups attempting to flee were often killed or captured, with individuals separated based on gender, age, or ethnicity. The RSF, descended from the Janjaweed militias accused of genocide in Darfur two decades ago, now controls all five state capitals in the region, effectively dividing Sudan along an east-west axis. The conflict has displaced nearly 12 million people, creating the world’s largest displacement and hunger crises. UN officials warn that the violence is spreading to the neighboring Kordofan region, with reports of large-scale atrocities perpetrated by the RSF.

Pakistan has been ravaged by catastrophic floods, affecting both urban and rural areas, including the capital of Punjab, Lahore. The monsoon season, which began in late June, has claimed over 1,000 lives and impacted at least 6.9 million people, according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). The floods have highlighted the severe consequences of climate change in a country that contributes just 1% of global greenhouse gas emissions.

Since the Gaza ceasefire agreement was signed last month, Israel has been accused of repeatedly violating its terms. Reports indicate a series of unprovoked actions, including air strikes, shootings, arrests, and incursions beyond agreed deployment lines. Israel has justified these actions by citing alleged breaches by Hamas and other Palestinian groups, but Hamas has denied these claims, asserting full compliance with the ceasefire terms. Many of these violations have targeted civilians without clear justification. According to the Gaza-based Government Media Office, as of October 28, Israeli forces had carried out 52 shootings and 55 shellings across the Gaza Strip, resulting in 226 deaths, including 97 children, and 594 injuries. Additionally, at least 11 civilian homes have been demolished, and Israeli forces have deployed explosive-laden robots to destroy buildings. The Rafah crossing, crucial for humanitarian aid, remains closed, preventing critically wounded individuals from seeking treatment abroad. Only a fraction of the agreed-upon aid has been delivered, with essential medical supplies and heavy machinery for clearing rubble still blocked. Hamas has also accused Israel of breaching the prisoner exchange agreement, failing to provide a complete list of detainees and delaying the release of women and children. Despite these violations, Hamas has returned 20 living captives and 17 bodies under the agreement, with 11 more believed to remain buried in Gaza. The ongoing violations and humanitarian crisis highlight the fragility of the ceasefire and the urgent need for international intervention.

Israeli media reported on Saturday that the partial remains of three deceased individuals transferred from Gaza to Israel are not those of any hostages held in the Palestinian territory. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) confirmed late on Friday that it facilitated the transfer of the remains to Israeli authorities for identification. However, DNA testing conducted by Israeli forensic authorities revealed that the remains did not match any known hostages. Hamas stated on Saturday that it initially offered three samples from unidentified bodies for testing, but Israel insisted on receiving the full remains, a condition Hamas later agreed to. Currently, the bodies of 11 hostages, including two foreign nationals, are believed to remain in Gaza. Since a US-brokered ceasefire took effect on October 10, following a two-year war, Hamas has released 20 living hostages and handed over the remains of 17 others. The ceasefire, which left unresolved issues such as the disarmament of Hamas and a timeline for Israeli withdrawal, has been periodically tested by outbreaks of violence.