The Chinese embassy in Germany said it has not received reports of casualties among Chinese nationals as a driver killed at least five people when he rammed into a large crowd of revelers at a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg on Friday evening local time.

Researchers at Tomsk Polytechnic University (TPU) have created innovative alloys for extracting ultra-pure hydrogen.

A senior Brazilian government advisor highlighted China's significant contributions to the global human rights cause through its economic system, which has enabled millions of people to get rid of poverty. In an exclusive interview with the Global Times, Rafael Gontijo, a senior advisor of the BRICS Parliamentary Front at the National Congress of Brazil, noted that Latin America should look to China as an example of overcoming the challenges inherent in poverty.

A French naval official said on Tuesday during his visit in Japan that part of a French carrier strike group – Charles de Gaulle Carrier Strike Group (CSG) – is due to visit Japan sometime between February and March next year.

The US Federal Reserve on Wednesday slashed interest rates by 25 basis points, the third consecutive rate cut in this easing cycle, as it braces for uncertainty stemming from the incoming Donald Trump administration's tariff policies.

China and Latin America have witnessed a significant expansion in their relations and cooperation over recent years, driven by mutual interests in trade, investment and development. This burgeoning relationship is characterized by a surge in Chinese investments in infrastructure, energy and agriculture across the region, alongside a growing exchange of goods and services. Additionally, platforms such as the China-CELAC Forum have facilitated dialogue and collaboration on various fronts, including technology transfer, cultural exchange and sustainable development. As the role of the Global South is increasingly growing on the global stage for a fairer world order, the relations between the two regions carry a great significance, both regions navigate the complexities of a changing global landscape. Their partnership is poised to deepen, fostering greater economic integration and shared prosperity. How do the people of Latin America view the cooperation between China and the region? What does this cooperation mean for the region and the world? Global Times reporter Xie Wenting (GT) spoke with former Argentinian ambassador to China Sabino Vaca Narvaja (Narvaja) on these topics and more.

One person was killed and nine others were injured in a mass shooting in Baltimore County in the US state of Maryland, police reported Tuesday night.

Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Lin Jian expressed China's deep sympathies to Vanuatu over the earthquake disaster in Vanuatu during a briefing on Wednesday. Two Chinese citizens have been confirmed dead, and two others have been injured in the earthquake, Lin noted.

At least 14 people have been killed and hundreds more injured after a major earthquake struck Vanuatu on Tuesday.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stressed here Tuesday the necessity of establishing an inclusive administration in Syria and urged the European Union (EU) to facilitate Syrian refugees' return back home.

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) revealed that Gross banks' assets, including bankers' acceptances, increased by 0.5% from AED4,378.0 billion at the end of August 2024 to AED4,401.7 billion at the end of September 2024.

During the visit of the Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to India, some Indian media outlets diverted attention from India-Sri Lanka relations and instead sought to sow discord between China and Sri Lanka. An expert believes that the Indian media's narratives reflect a zero-sum mentality, something the Indian media should critically reconsider. With such a mentality, some Indian outlets are playing the role of negative energy, as they flatly ignore development interests of India's smaller neighboring countries, the expert noted.

Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol will express his position in court when public hearings are held, Yonhap news agency said Tuesday citing Yoon's legal defense counsel.

A teacher and a teenage student were killed and six students were injured in a shooting at the Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, on Monday, said the police who previously reported a higher death toll but later revised the information.

South Korean prosecutors have asked the impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol to appear for questioning over his martial law imposition by Dec. 21, Yonhap news agency said Tuesday.

Former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad released on Monday his first public statement since leaving Damascus on Dec. 8, detailing the chaotic moments leading up to his departure for Russia.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz lost in a vote of confidence in the Bundestag, the lower house of parliament, on Monday.

In the second installment of the "Walking with the Giant Panda" series, we share with our readers why the adorable giant pandas are, and will always be, a message of peace and friendship that China conveys to the world.

S.Korea's constitutional court decides on main justice for Yoon's impeachment case

South Korea's ruling party leader on Monday announced his resignation after President Yoon Suk-yeol was impeached by the parliament last Saturday.

South Korea's joint investigation team planned to summon the impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol on Wednesday on charges of insurrection and abuse of power, multiple media outlets reported Monday.

S. Korean prosecution says impeached President Yoon defied summon order: media

Floor leader of South Korea's ruling People Power Party Kweon Seong-dong said on Sunday that the party has rejected a proposal by the country's main opposition party to set up a consultation mechanism to stabilize the operation of state affairs.

Lee Jae-myung, leader of South Korea's main opposition party, said on Sunday in a press conference that his party will not consider for now an impeachment against Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, the country's acting president.

South Korean's Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, the country's acting president, said Saturday he would do his best to stabilize state affairs in accordance with the Constitution and laws, vowing to leave no vacuum in the country's politics.

The Global Times Annual Conference 2025, themed "Moving forward in Partnership: Resonance of Values between China and the World," took place in Beijing on Saturday. During a discussion on the topic "Addressing the Global Security Deficit: Hotspots and Solutions,” Niu Xinchun, executive director of the China-Arab Research Institute of Ningxia University, stated that the Middle East is currently undergoing a transition in power dynamics, marked by a notable decline in Russian influence and the continuous expansion of US power.

South Korea's National Assembly passed the impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk-yeol on Saturday, with 204 votes in favor of the impeachment in the 300-seat parliament, surpassing the two-thirds of all ballots needed. Meanwhile, 85 lawmakers opposed the motion, with three abstention votes and eight invalid votes.

The OPEC+ countries that participate in the oil deal have increased output by 80,000 barrels per day to 34.4 million barrels per day in November, producing 680,000 barrels per day above quotas, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said in its fresh report on Thursday.

S. Korea's parliament reports 2nd impeachment motion against President Yoon

Starting from December 1, 2024, China will provide zero-tariff treatment for 100 percent of tariff lines to all least developed countries with established diplomatic relations, including 33 African nations. This makes China the first major developing country and major economy to implement such a significant measure. The move has been hailed as a demonstration of enhanced cooperation between China and Africa. In recent years, this cooperation has undergone substantial expansion, focusing on areas such as social development, digital economy, and environmental protection. China has played a crucial role in helping many African countries address food security issues, bridge the digital divide, and strive for green, low-carbon, and sustainable development. At the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), both sides further deepened their collaboration on global issues. As the continent faces numerous challenges, including economic difficulties and the adverse impact of climate change, cooperation with Africa is vital from a humanitarian perspective. How does China's cooperation with Africa contribute to the continent's humanitarian efforts? How is this cooperation perceived by African people? The Global Times reporter Xie Wenting (GT) talked to Patrick Youssef, regional director for Africa at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), on those topics and more.

The UN General Assembly (UNGA) on Wednesday overwhelmingly adopted a non-binding resolution demanding an immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol delivered a televised address on Thursday morning, in which he said opposition paralyzes state affairs with abuse of impeachments and his martial law declaration was act of governing, which was not subject to legal judgment, according to South Korea's Yonhap News Agency.

The UN General Assembly (UNGA) on Wednesday overwhelmingly adopted a non-binding resolution demanding an immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.

Wednesday saw some major development in South Korea's ongoing turmoil. Former defense minister Kim Yong-hyun attempted to commit suicide while being held at a detention facility on charges of insurrection, police raided the presidential office along with other locations, and the police, the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO) and military will launch a joint investigation team over President Yoon Suk-yeol's treason charge, according to Yonhap News Agency.

S. Korea's police, CIO, military to launch joint investigation team over Yoon's treason charge

South Korean ex-defense minister Kim Yong-hyun attempted suicide at detention facility after being arrested on Wednesday, as intensive operations are carried out over President Yoon Suk-yeol's short-lived martial law, Yonhap News Agency reported.

Iran has strongly condemned Israel's "frequent aggression against Syria's infrastructure and its occupation of other parts of the Golan," according to a statement by Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei on Monday night.

Iraq condemns Israel's capture of Syrian buffer zone

Pakistan on Tuesday strongly condemned Israel's illegal seizure of Syrian territory, saying the assault on the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria is a grave breach of international law.

S. Korean police raid presidential office: Media

Syrian ministers from the newly formed transitional government met with members of the ousted Bashar al-Assad's administration on Tuesday to organize the transfer of state institutions and ensure the continuity of public services, according to the Syrian national TV.

Israel's military said Tuesday that it had struck "most" of Syria's advanced weapons in 350 airstrikes across the country, including in Damascus, over the past 48 hours.

Mohammed Al-Bashir officially takes over Syrian transitional government

The International Desalination and Water Reuse World Congress 2024 (IDRA World Congress 2024), hosted by the Department of Energy – Abu Dhabi (DoE) began this morning at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, and will continue through 12 December, uniting global leaders, innovators, and experts to address one of the world's most pressing challenges; water scarcity.

South Korea's National Assembly passed a resolution Tuesday calling for the immediate arrest of President Yoon Suk-yeol and seven other officials over last week's botched martial law declaration.

S. Korea's parliament passes bill to investigate President Yoon's treason charge

The Israeli army has seized control of areas near the Israel-Syria border and struck strategic weapons in Syria as of Monday, according to Syrian and Israeli sources.

An opposition leader in Syria's Idlib province has been tasked with forming a new Syrian government, local media reported Monday.

In response to Israel taking advantage of the chaos to occupy the Golan Heights region of Syria and launching airstrikes on facilities in Damascus, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said that China is closely monitoring the situation in Syria and stressed that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria must be respected.

South Korea's Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials has ordered an overseas travel ban on President Yoon Suk-yeol, Yonhap news agency reported Monday.

South Korean police are mulling a travel ban on President Yoon Suk-yeol, Yonhap news agency reported Monday.

South Korea's main opposition Democratic Party of Korea submitted bills Monday to investigate charges of President Yoon Suk-yeol's alleged insurrection and scandal involving his wife, Yonhap news agency reported.

Tonga's PM Announces Resignation

Former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his family have arrived in Moscow, Russia's state-run RIA news agency reported Sunday, citing a source from the Kremlin.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Sunday that the 1974 UN-monitored Disengagement Agreement, which established a demilitarized buffer zone between Israel and Syria, has "collapsed."

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Sunday that the 1974 UN-monitored Disengagement Agreement, which established a demilitarized buffer zone between Israel and Syria, has "collapsed."

As the political turmoil in South Korea unfolds, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and ruling People Power Party (PPP) leader Han Dong-hoon held a joint press briefing on Sunday saying President Yoon Suk-yeol will not be involved in state affairs, including diplomacy, and that the prime minister will lead the state affairs until Yoon's "early" and "orderly" departure.

The Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Sunday that China is closely following the situation in Syria and hopes that stability will return as soon as possible. The situation in Syria has undergone dramatic and astonishing changes as opposition forces took over state television channels on Sunday to announce what they described as the fall of Damascus and the end of President Bashar al-Assad's government.

According to a statement from the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday, Syrian president Bashar al-Assad has relinquished his presidential position after negotiating with representatives of various parties involved in the Syrian conflict and has instructed the Syrian government to peacefully transfer power.

Assad left presidential post and Syria after negotiations with Syrian conflict participants, gave instructions to transfer power peacefully: Sputnik

Chinese Foreign Ministry on Sunday said China is closely monitoring the developments in the situation in Syria and hopes that stability can be restored as soon as possible. The situation in Syria has undergone dramatic changes with the opposition forces took over state television channels to announce what they described as the fall of Damascus and the end of President Bashar al-Assad's government.

South Korea's main opposition party said Sunday it will push for another vote on an impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk-yeol on Dec. 14.

Opposition activists said the rebel fighters entered the Syrian capital of Damascus at dawn Sunday, according to the Britain-based war monitor Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.

In a stunning development Sunday, opposition forces in Syria took over state television channels to announce what they described as the fall of Damascus and the end of President Bashar al-Assad's government.

South Korean prosecutors Sunday opened a case on President Yoon Suk-yeol, citing numerous complaints, Yonhap news agency reported.

Five years after being devastated by a fire, the restored Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral officially reopened on Saturday with a grand inauguration ceremony attended by world leaders, believers, and non-believers alike.

South Korean ruling party leader said Sunday that President Yoon Suk-yeol would not be involved in the country's internal and foreign affairs before he steps down, the latest sign of convergence of views within the party towards the political fate of the embattled president.

The ruling party leader of South Korea Han Dong-hoon Sunday announced an intention to seek an orderly and early end to President Yoon Suk-yeol's term.

South Korea's former defense minister Kim Yong-hyun has been arrested and his mobile phone has been confiscated, the country's Yonhap news agency reported Sunday morning.

South Korea's parliament opened a plenary session to vote on President Yoon Suk-yeol's impeachment motion and a bill to probe scandals involving the first lady, TV footage showed Saturday.

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol apologized for his martial law declaration during a televised address to the nation on Saturday morning, promising that there won't be a second martial law declaration. Meanwhile, South Korea's ruling party leader said the president's early resignation is "inevitable," Xinhua News Agency reported.

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol apologized for his martial law declaration during a televised address to the nation on Saturday.

Han Dong-hoon, leader of South Korea's ruling People Power Party, told reporters on Saturday that President Yoon Suk-yeol's early resignation would be inevitable.

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol will make a televised address ahead of the impeachment motion vote against him at the parliament, the presidential office said Saturday morning.

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday approved the resignation of the government led by Prime Minister Michel Barnier, previously ousted in a parliamentary vote of no confidence.

South Korea's main liberal opposition Democratic Party said Thursday that it planned to vote on an impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk-yeol on Saturday.

South Korea's main liberal opposition Democratic Party said Thursday that it will push for a vote on an impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk-yeol on Saturday.

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol accepted resignation by Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun, the presidential office said Thursday.

The US Space Force on Wednesday launched a unit at Yokota Air Base in western Tokyo, with Chinese expert saying the launch of US Space Forces Japan is part of US' effort to implement its so-called "Indo-Pacific strategy," specially to serve its overall military interests.

South Korean main opposition proposes impeachment motion against defense chief

Six opposition parties in South Korea jointly submitted a motion to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol on Wednesday after his declaration of martial law was lifted in the early hours of the same day.

South Korea's senior presidential staff, including the chief of staff and all the senior secretaries, offered to resign after President Yoon Suk-yeol declared and lifted an emergency martial law, multiple media outlets said Wednesday, citing the presidential office.

South Korea's emergency martial law, declared by President Yoon Suk-yeol Tuesday night, was lifted early Wednesday at a cabinet meeting after the parliament voted against it.

The UAE will host the International Moon Day Conference in Abu Dhabi in 2025. The announcement of Abu Dhabi's hosting of the conference coincided with the UAE's celebrations of its 53rd Eid Al Etihad and during its participation in the ongoing Space Week in Luxembourg. The week is the scene of events bringing together international experts, entrepreneurs, policymakers, as well as enthusiasts and visionaries, to discuss the latest developments in the field, the future prospects of space exploration and the impact that space can have on Earth.

China's position against unilateral tariff measures has been consistent. The US should abide by WTO rules and work with China to promote the stable and sustainable development of China-US economic and trade relations in accordance with the principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence and win-win cooperation, He Yadong, a spokesperson from China's Ministry of Commerce, told a press conference on Thursday.

The trade between Russia and member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has increased by 10% in January-September, exceeding $17 billion, Russian Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Alexey Gruzdev on Wednesday said during a business forum held in Malaysia.

The deployment of US medium-range missiles in Japan would pose a threat to Russia's security, and Russia will take proportionate measures in response, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday, adding that Tokyo is “deliberately fanning tensions” around China's island of Taiwan, as it tries to justify its accelerated militarization, TASS reported.

The Global Women's Forum Dubai 2024 hosted an inspiring panel discussion titled “Youth: A Positive Outlook for the Future,” which explored innovative strategies to empower young generations as drivers of progress and global change.

Editor's Note: On November 10, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto concluded his inaugural overseas trip to China following his appointment as president in March of this year. This visit marked his first official state trip to China, underscoring the significant importance Indonesia places on its bilateral relations with the country. At the recently held APEC and G20 leaders' summits, Indonesia, as a key member, expressed its commitment to collaborating with China and other developing nations to advance the vision of peace and development for the Global South. In a recent interview with Global Times (GT) reporters Hu Yuwei and Xie Wenting, Indonesian Ambassador to China Djauhari Oratmangun (Oratmangun) shared his insights on the outcomes of the president's visit, Indonesia's aspirations to join BRICS, his perspective on the three major global initiatives proposed by the Chinese leader, and his expectations for the future of bilateral relations.

A cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah came into effect on Wednesday, with experts saying that the temporary halt may face uncertainty during implementation but the cease-fire itself offers a positive signal for resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, though broader peace needs further efforts.

The 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) concluded in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Sunday, with a package of climate agreements reached after multilateral negotiations among nearly 200 parties. Given the increasing threat of climate change, China has made significant efforts, including ramping up its green energy development and promoting sustainable practices under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), to contribute to the global fight against climate change. How does Azerbaijan view China's role in COP29 and its overall contribution to the global effort to combat climate change? What further cooperation does Azerbaijan seek with China in terms of green development? Global Times reporter Xie Wenting (GT) spoke with Ambassador of Azerbaijan to China Bunyad Huseynov (Huseynov) on these topics.

Some 45 people, including 31 tourists and 14 crew members, were missing after their safari boat sank off the northern area of Marsa Alam city at the Red Sea, the Red Sea Province said on its official Facebook page on Monday.

​Philippine security agencies stepped up safety protocols on Saturday after Vice President Sara Duterte said she would have President Ferdinand Marcos Jr assassinated if she herself were killed, according to Reuters report.

The United States on Wednesday vetoed a UN Security Council draft resolution that called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, drawing harsh criticism from most of the UN members.

The 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) is currently taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan, providing an opportunity to accelerate action in addressing the climate crisis that increasingly affects the world today. China has assumed a responsible role in the global fight against climate change and has been ramping up its efforts in new and green energy in recent years. How does UNDP view China's green efforts and transformation? How has the cooperation between China and the UNDP evolved in recent years? Global Times reporter Xie Wenting (GT) spoke with Beate Trankmann (Trankmann), UNDP Resident Representative in China.

The world is moving from unipolarity to multipolarity, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said at a Sputnik media event in New Delhi, India.

G20 leaders called for urgent action to address major geopolitical, socioeconomic, and climate and environmental challenges and crises, according to the G20 Rio de Janeiro Leaders' Declaration released on Tuesday.