SCO's 'big family' expands, ushers in new chapter of cooperation
Let’s continue to explore the under-reported sides of news this week.
Jingjing’s Highlights in This Week
1. How is Islam in China?
Together with several Arab journalists, I visited mosques and Xinjiang Islamic Institute. Here is something interesting I found…
2. China-Malaysia Friendship
I met the delegation from Malaysia in Xinjiang during the China-Eurasia Expo. They felt at home in Urumqi, and I tried learning some Malaysian dance moves from them!
What You May Have Missed This Week
1. SCO's 'big family' expands, ushers in new chapter of cooperation
“The appeal of Shanghai Spirit continues to grow as Belarus officially joined the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) during the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the SCO in Astana on Thursday, becoming the 10th member state.”
2. SCO plays pivotal role in promoting regional stability, development
“Since its inception in 2001, SCO has been committed to developing good neighborliness, strengthening mutual trust, expanding multilateral dialogue and enhancing mutually beneficial cooperation.”
3. Politico - What a Labour government means for UK-China relations
“Labour’s would-be Foreign Secretary David Lammy has vowed to overhaul the U.K.’s relationship with its fiercest strategic rival, China, after 14 years of alleged Conservative misdirection.”
4. Reformist lawmaker Masoud Pezeshkian wins Iran’s presidential vote
“Reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian has won Iran’s presidential election, the country’s electoral authority said Saturday, defeating his hardline rival in a pivotal vote amid heightened tensions both domestically and internationally.”
5. Drones, satellites and helicopters: China battles Dongting dike breach
“Over 1,400 personnel from the National Comprehensive Fire and Rescue Team have rushed to the forefront, according to state flood and emergency response coordinators. While primarily a firefighting force, the team is also trained and equipped for other emergencies, like floods.”
6. MintPress News - Free speech under fire: How Israel’s tech guard is killing free speech online
“Entitled Israel Tech Guard, the coalition of Israeli tech employees has pulled together what it’s termed an “army” of citizen volunteers primarily to defend Israel’s image online. The group has launched or collaborated on several projects aimed at targeting pro-Palestine content while boosting Israeli propaganda.”
7. On Tour With Dridgers - Western Couple Expose The SHOCKING TRUTH About CHINA After Their First Visit
“After our first visit to China we get the chance to share our true impression of Beijing! In this video we discuss our thoughts on how we feel that Western media is so very negative when it reports about China. We reveal our truth and thoughts behind the propaganda. As well as some of our best tips for anybody who is thinking of traveling to China.”
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