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China Aims for 5% Economic Growth Amidst Annual National Assembly Session
Amidst the commencement of the annual session of the Chinese National Assembly in Beijing, Prime Minister Li Qiang has unveiled an ambitious target of 5% economic growth for the year ahead. The announcement sets the stage for discussions and deliberations over the nation's economic trajectory during the week-long assembly.
China sets ambitious 5 percent growth target for 2024
China set on Tuesday a growth target of around five percent for 2024, an ambitious objective that the leaders of the world's second-largest economy admitted would be a challenge to meet.
Premier Li Qiang formally announced the growth goal, alongside the overall budget and key government policies for 2024, as China's annual National People's Congress (NPC) kicked off Tuesday.
Vucic: Xi's visit to Serbia confirmed for this year
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Monday he had received confirmation Chinese President Xi Jinping would visit Serbia this year.
Vucic made the announcement at a Lunar New Year ceremony he hosted for Chinese Ambassador to Serbia Li Ming at Belgrade's Vila Mir.
Vučić: It's confirmed, Xi Jinping is coming to Serbia VIDEO/PHOTO
During the ceremony, Aleksandar Vui and the ambassador of China addressed the public.
President of Serbia thanked his Chinese friends for their cooperation and understanding, congratulating them on the Lunar New Year. The Chinese ambassador, on the other hand, thanked the President of Serbia for taking the time to celebrate the Chinese New Year despite all his obligations.
China Offers Security Support to Hungary Amidst Strategic Realignments
China has extended its support to Hungary on public security matters, marking a significant development in their long-standing strategic partnership. The offer comes at a crucial juncture as NATO seeks to bolster its influence in Europe, adding a new dimension to Hungary's foreign relations beyond traditional trade and investment ties.
Blinken, China's Wang discuss Russia, US sanctions
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken raised concerns over Beijing's backing for Russia's war against Ukraine on Friday in talks with China's top diplomat Wang Yi, who called for Washington to lift sanctions on Chinese entities.
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Macron the foreign leader most trusted by Greeks, Kathimerini survey finds
French President Emmanuel Macron is the foreign leader Greeks trust the most, with 33% expressing confidence in his stance and role on Greek issues, according to a nationwide survey conducted by Pulse on behalf of Kathimerini newspaper.
Xi Jinping's Tightening Grip: Challenges Mount
In the realm of Chinese politics, Chairman Xi Jinping has long been viewed as an indomitable force, steering the nation with an iron grip. However, recent events suggest cracks in his formidable facade as mounting setbacks challenge his once-unassailable position.
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Xi's corruption crackdown targets finance sector
Xi Jinping's crackdown on official corruption has ripped through a secretive missile force, the Communist Party elite, the national football team, and now risks hammering a finance industry already grappling with an economic slowdown.
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China, US hold rival drills in disputed South China Sea
China showcased on Thursday fighter jets firing missiles in the South China Sea, as it held rival military exercises with the United States in the hotly contested waters.
The drills follow tense standoffs between Beijing and Manila in disputed reefs that saw vessels from the two countries collide and Chinese ships blast water cannon at Philippine boats.