Archaeological Teams in Henan!

China: Longest Ancient City Road Discovered at 3,300-Year-Old “Yin” Capital Site! (27.12.2024)

The main roads discovered in this area are spaced 320 to 550 meters apart, while some intermediate-level roads are located about 100 meters apart. These roads are interconnected, showing clear evidence of intentional human planning, according to Niu.

Based on previous findings of archaeological excavations, it has been confirmed that the roads in the Shang capital city can be generally classified into three levels according to their width, or referred to as main roads, streets and alleys, Niu said.

Situated in Henan’s Anyang City, the 3,300-year-old Yin Ruins is the first documented late Shang Dynasty capital site in China, as confirmed by archaeological excavations and oracle bone inscriptions.

Capital and Labour Do Not Mix!

China: Lawsuit Filed Against Final EU Anti-Subsidy Ruling – MOC! (31.10.2024)

China has reiterated that the EU’s anti-subsidy investigation is unfair, non-compliant and unreasonable protectionist practice, according to the MOC, which called it a case of “unfair competition” in the name of “fair competition.”

China will continue to take all necessary measures to resolutely protect the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies, it was stressed.

While the EU has expressed its intention to continue consultations with China on price commitment, the latter has consistently advocated for the resolve of trade disputes through dialogue and consultations and has made every effort toward this end.

Currently, technical teams from both sides are engaged in a new round of discussions to achieve a mutually acceptable solution and prevent the escalation of trade friction, the MOC said.

Labour & Capital Does Mix!

China: Latest US Restrictive Investment Measures Opposed! (31.10.2024)

The restrictions cover areas such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence and quantum computing, with the vast majority of related industries not impacting national security concerns, however will still be subjected to the U.S. bans, the spokesperson said.

Many U.S. business associations and companies have warned that the investment restrictions will cause U.S. firms to cede the Chinese market to other international competitors, seriously harming U.S. interests, the spokesperson said.

China hopes the U.S. will respect the laws of the market economy, and stop politicizing and weaponizing economic and trade issues, in order to create a favourable environment for China-U.S. economic and trade cooperation, the spokesperson added.

US Ideologues Manipulate China’s Economy for Perpetual Boom & Bust! (22.12.2023)

Certain Western investment banks and institutions strongly criticize the Chinese economy while benefiting from information asymmetry. Some suggest so-called reform plans that overlook China’s national conditions, and there are also economists profiting from speeches and books that hold a negative view of the Chinese economy.

But the Chinese economy is highly resilient. As China pursues open, high-quality development, it generates new opportunities, injecting certainty into an unstable world and boosting global development.

Thanks to its massive market size, technological innovation, and robust development resilience, China can withstand external pressure and overcome internal difficulties. Indeed, its economy is rebounding, effectively refuting various pessimistic arguments.

Laos Buddhist-Socialist Republic: High-Ranking Brunei Delegation lays wreath at Unknown Soldier Memorial! (4.10.2023)

His Highness Somdek Suntan Haji Hassanan Bongei of Brunei Darussalam, accompanied by a high-ranking delegation including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Mr. Selimxay Kormasit, visited the Laos People’s Democratic Republic (PDR) from October 2nd-4th, 2023. During their visit, they laid a wreath at the Niranam Warrior (Red Star) Monument on the morning of October 3rd in Vientiane, the capital city. The act was a tribute to the Laotian Marxist-Leninist Martyrs, remembering their sacrifices in establishing the Laotian People’s Democratic Republic on December 2nd, 1975.

DPRK: Churches and Religious Life in Pyongyang! (23.3.2023) 

North Korea has three Christian Churches – all located in the capital – Pyongyang. Among them are the Qigu (七谷) or ‘Seven Valleys’ Church and the Fengxiu (凤岫) or ‘Phoenix Mountain Peak’ Church – which belong to Protestantism. The Jiangzhong (奖忠) or ‘Reward Loyalty’ Church belongs to the Catholic Church – which has a history of more than ten years (writing in 2005). In addition, the first Orthodox Church is still under construction. North Korea has around 13,000 Protestants and about 3,000 Catholics. Every Sunday – all Christian and Catholic believers go to these established Church – or nearby House Churches. Religious activities – such as worship or mass – are ‘protected’ and ‘guaranteed’ under the Socialist Constitution of the DPRK! Indeed, the above photograph (dated 17.7.2005) features a female ‘Deacon’ collecting donations within the ‘Fengxiu’ (Protestant) Church! 

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