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2026-07-08
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The year 2026 marks the 70th anniversary of the official establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Africa. Over the past seven decades, weathering storms together and passing the torch from generation to generation, China-Africa cooperation has consistently remained true to its original commitment to mutual respect, equality, mutual benefit, and win-win cooperation, serving as a prime example of global South-South cooperation. Since the beginning of this year, a series of measures, including the zero-tariff policy and the expansion of the "green channel" for African agricultural and food products entering China, have propelled China-Africa economic, trade, and strategic collaboration into a higher-quality and deeper stage of development, earning widespread recognition from various sectors across Africa.
Starting from May 1, China has fully implemented a zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries with which it has diplomatic ties. It has also upgraded the "green channel" for agricultural imports, continuously easing market access for African products and streamlining customs clearance procedures. Coffee beans, dried chili peppers, and cashews from Africa can now be exported to China as long as they meet relevant requirements, without the need to sign individual market access protocols with the competent authorities of the respective countries one by one.
An article published on the website of Hong Kong's South China Morning Post noted that domestic consumption upgrading in China has opened up a vast market for specialty African agricultural products. The booming popularity of hotpot consumption in places like Hunan and Sichuan provinces has driven up demand for East African dried chilies. Renowned for their rich spiciness and low moisture content, these chilies are highly favored by domestic food processing companies. Meanwhile, the sustained boom in China's coffee consumption has also provided a sprawling market for African coffee beans.
Source: Chinadaily.com.cn
2026-07-06
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From 22 to 25 June 2026, the United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG) convened its 8th World Congress and World Summit of Local and Regional Leaders in Tangier, Morocco. During the Congress, elections were held for UCLG's governing bodies. Fuzhou was successfully re-elected to both the Executive Bureau and the World Council for the 2026–2029 term, further consolidating the city's role in the organization's decision-making process and strengthening its international influence.
More than 3,000 participants attended the Congress, including local and regional government leaders, representatives of international organizations, academics, and business leaders from around the world. Among those delivering keynote remarks were UCLG President Lee Jang-woo, Mayor of Daejeon Metropolitan City, Republic of Korea; Executive President Jan van Zanen, Mayor of The Hague, the Netherlands; and Secretary General Emilia Saiz. Participants also exchanged views on a wide range of issues, including how local and regional governments can deliver a new generation of innovative, inclusive, and responsive public services, building broader international consensus on the future of local governance.
During meetings of the Executive Bureau, the World Council, and the General Assembly, Fuzhou joined fellow members in deliberating the organization's key priorities. Delegates reviewed reports from the Executive Bureau meeting in Mexico City and the World Council meeting in Xi'an, received updates on the implementation of the 2026 Work Programme and the proposed 2027 Work Plan, and approved matters relating to the Presidency's report, financial management, membership affairs, and other statutory business. The Congress also elected a new UCLG leadership, including the President, Co-Presidents, Treasurer, President of the Standing Committee on Gender Equality, and other members of the Presidency.
Since joining UCLG in 2012, Fuzhou has been consecutively elected to the Executive Bureau and Council of both UCLG Asia-Pacific (ASPAC) and the global UCLG organization. In 2017, Fuzhou, together with the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, established the 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee under the framework of UCLG ASPAC. The Committee has since grown to include 80 members from 29 countries. Over the years, Fuzhou has remained an active and committed member of UCLG, conscientiously fulfilling its membership responsibilities while actively exercising its rights within the organization. Leveraging this important international platform, the city has continued to expand multilateral cooperation and partnerships with cities around the world, opening new avenues for international engagement and making meaningful contributions—through both the Fuzhou approach and Fuzhou's experience—to the advancement of sustainable urban development and global local governance.
Source:21CMCC
2026-07-03
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Source: 21CMCC
2026-07-01
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Over a century ago, many Americans came to Kuliang to escape the summer heat. They lived here, built communities, and formed lasting friendships with the local residents. Today, young baseball players from China and the United States are following in their footsteps—exploring historic buildings, listening to stories of Kuliang, and taking part in a variety of activities. And their journey has only just begun.
Source: FJICC
2026-07-01
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