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Cargo Containers At Longtan Area of Nanjing Port - China

An aerial drone photo taken on Nov. 12, 2025 shows the Longtan area of Nanjing Port under Jiangsu Port Group in Nanjing, east China's Jiangsu Province. Bolstered by dynamic new growth drivers, the Chinese economy has demonstrated significant resilience and vitality despite increasing headwinds as it enters the final quarter of 2025, staying on track to achieve its full-year development goals. A set of key indicators released Friday by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reflected continued economic momentum. The country's industrial output for the first 10 months posted a steady 6.1 percent year-on-year increase, with the services production index up 5.7 percent. (Photo by Yang Suping/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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Global Development Initiative conducive to achieving SDGs: UNCTAD chief

STORY: Global Development Initiative conducive to achieving SDGs: UNCTAD chief SHOOTING TIME: June 10, 2024 DATELINE: June 12, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:23 LOCATION: GENEVA, Switzerland CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the interview 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): REBECA GRYNSPAN, Secretary-general of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) 3. shot of the interview 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): REBECA GRYNSPAN, Secretary-general of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) STORYLINE: Rebeca Grynspan, secretary-general of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), spoke highly of the China-proposed Global Development Initiative (GDI) in a recent interview with Xinhua. Grynspan underscored that GDI is conducive to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). SOUNDBITE 1 (English): REBECA GRYNSPAN, Secretary-general of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) "I think that (GDI) is an excellent framewo

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Namibia inaugurates 400kV transmission line

STORY: Namibia inaugurates 400kV transmission line SHOOTING TIME: April 26, 2024 DATELINE: April 27, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:12 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the inauguration of the 400kV transmission line STORYLINE: Namibia inaugurated the 400kV Auas-Gerus transmission line on Friday, marking a significant step toward the country's energy security and regional cooperation. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Minister of Mines and Energy Tom Alweendo underscored Namibia's commitment to achieving energy self-sufficiency by 2030, in line with national goals outlined in Vision 2030. "The construction of the 400kV transmission line marks a significant milestone in our journey toward energy security and regional cooperation," Alweendo said. The transmission line, funded by Namibia's power utility, NamPower, to the tune of 873 million Namibian dollars (about 46 million U.S. dollars), is expected to facilitate increased regional trade and allow Namibia to export surplus energy to n

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Nigeria launches ambitious initiative targeted at renewing health sector

STORY: Nigeria launches ambitious initiative targeted at renewing health sector SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 12, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 14, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:10 LOCATION: Abuja CATEGORY: HEALTH SHOTLIST: 1. various of Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and government officials at the event 2. various of stakeholders 3. various of speeches from officials 4. various of Nigerian President Bola Tinubu speaking STORYLINE: Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday launched an ambitious initiative focused on the comprehensive revitalization of the country's health sector, saying his administration was prioritizing and improving the wellness of citizens through massive investments. Tinubu outlined the ambitious goals and strategic measures to address longstanding challenges in the healthcare system, at the unveiling of "Nigeria's Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative" held in the Nigerian capital of Abuja, in commemoration of the Universal Health Coverage Day, observed globally on Dec. 12. He said the government has alr

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(231202) -- BEIJING, Dec. 2, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Nov. 30, 2023 shows the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(231201) -- BEIJING, Dec. 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- COP28 President Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber receives a gavel from COP27 President Sameh Shoukry during the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, Nov. 30, 2023. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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UAE-DUBAI-COP28-OPENING

(231130) -- DUBAI, Nov. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Participants attend the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, Nov. 30, 2023. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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UAE-DUBAI-COP28-OPENING

(231130) -- DUBAI, Nov. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- COP28 President Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber addresses the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, Nov. 30, 2023. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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UAE-DUBAI-COP28-OPENING

(231130) -- DUBAI, Nov. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Egyptian Foreign Minister and COP27 President Sameh Shoukry addressed the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, Nov. 30, 2023. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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UAE-DUBAI-COP28-OPENING

(231130) -- DUBAI, Nov. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell addresses the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, Nov. 30, 2023. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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UAE-DUBAI-COP28-OPENING

(231130) -- DUBAI, Nov. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- COP28 President Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber addresses the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, Nov. 30, 2023. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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UAE-DUBAI-COP28-OPENING

(231130) -- DUBAI, Nov. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Nov. 30, 2023 shows the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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UAE-DUBAI-COP28-OPENING

(231130) -- DUBAI, Nov. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Nov. 30, 2023 shows the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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UAE-DUBAI-COP28-OPENING

(231130) -- DUBAI, Nov. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Participants attend the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, Nov. 30, 2023. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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UAE-DUBAI-COP28-OPENING

(231130) -- DUBAI, Nov. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Nov. 30, 2023 shows the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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UAE-DUBAI-COP28-OPENING

(231130) -- DUBAI, Nov. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Egyptian Foreign Minister and COP27 President Sameh Shoukry (C, front) presides over the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, Nov. 30, 2023. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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UAE-DUBAI-COP28-OPENING

(231130) -- DUBAI, Nov. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- COP28 President Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber (R, front) receives a gavel from COP27 President Sameh Shoukry (L, front) during the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, Nov. 30, 2023. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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UAE-DUBAI-COP28-OPENING

(231130) -- DUBAI, Nov. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- COP28 President Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber (5th R, front) receives a gavel from COP27 President Sameh Shoukry (4th L, front) during the opening ceremony of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, Nov. 30, 2023. This year's climate conference has garnered notable global attention as it marks the conclusion of the Global Stocktake, the first-ever two-year assessment of the world's collective progress toward the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement. The conference, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, will welcome more than 70,000 delegates from around the globe in a bid to work out a worldwide solution to the pressing climate issues facing the planet and all mankind. (Xinhua/Wang Dongzhen)

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Uzbek president notes huge potential in expanding economic ties between ECO countries

STORY: Uzbek president notes huge potential in expanding economic ties between ECO countries SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 8, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 10, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:12 LOCATION: Tashkent CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Tashkent STORYLINE: The 16th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) was held in the Uzbek capital Tashkent on Thursday, during which Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev noted the great potential in expanding economic ties between ECO countries. According to the press service of the president of Uzbekistan, the purpose of this summit is to discuss the prospects for multifaceted cooperation within the ECO and bring it to a new level. Mirziyoyev said in his speech that the ECO has great potential in expanding ties in trade, economic and industrial fields, and also in investment, innovation and transport. During the summit, the Uzbek president proposed working out a new concept document "Strategic goals of economic cooperation - 2035," with which the ECO members will make jo

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Workshop on China's rural development experience, global sustainable development held in Xiamen

STORY: Workshop on China's rural development experience, global sustainable development held in Xiamen DATELINE: Oct. 12, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:33 LOCATION: XIAMEN, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the seminar 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): TANSULUU BAKTYBEKOVA, Chief expert, Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): JOSE RICARDO, Co-chairman and CEO of LIDE China 4. various of the seminar STORYLINE: A two-week workshop on China's rural development experience and global sustainable development opened Tuesday in Xiamen City, east China's Fujian Province. The event gathers 22 senior government officials from 16 countries, including Brazil, South Africa, and Kyrgyzstan. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): TANSULUU BAKTYBEKOVA, Chief expert, Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan "I attended the seminar to get and gain more experience in rural development. As we know, the Chinese are inventive in rural development. The seminar is very important for sustainable development goals. The main takea

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Football: Japan-Turkey friendly

Japan's Keito Nakamura (far L) scores his first of two goals during the first half of an international friendly football match against Turkey in Genk, Belgium, on Sept. 12, 2023.

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Renewed commitment, redoubled efforts on SDGs urgently needed, says ECOSOC president

STORY: Renewed commitment, redoubled efforts on SDGs urgently needed, says ECOSOC president DATELINE: July 14, 2023 LENGTH: 00:04:09 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of President of UN ECOSOC Lachezara Stoeva 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): LACHEZARA STOEVA, President of UN ECOSOC 3. various of Stoeva 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): LACHEZARA STOEVA, President of UN ECOSOC 5. various of SDG pin 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): LACHEZARA STOEVA, President of UN ECOSOC 7. various of Stoeva 8. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): LACHEZARA STOEVA, President of UN ECOSOC 9. various of Stoeva STORYLINE: Against the sobering state of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with only 12 percent of them on track, a UN official called for a "reaffirmation of commitment," a "refocusing" on the SDGs, and a "redoubling of efforts." Lachezara Stoeva, the president of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), made the remarks during an exclusive interview with Xinhua on Wednesday, highlighting the sig

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Lifelong passion of 94-year-old retired nurse in China's Nanchang

STORY: Lifelong passion of 94-year-old retired nurse in China's Nanchang DATELINE: May 12, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:05 LOCATION: NANCHANG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Zhang Jinyuan 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): ZHANG JINYUAN, Retired nurse in Nanchang STORYLINE: Zhang Jinyuan is 94 years old, however she has never stopped pursuing her nursing dream in Nanchang, east China's Jiangxi Province. 20 years ago, Zhang won the Florence Nightingale Medal, the highest international honor for nurses. Recently she has been awarded the 2023 International Achievement Award by the International Council of Nurses' (ICN) Florence Nightingale International Foundation (FNIF). In 2000, Zhang, together with other 17 retired nurses, set up a volunteer nursing service team in the province. Now, more and more volunteers are joining the volunteer nursing workforce, with the total number reaching more than 19,700. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): ZHANG JINYUAN, Retired nurse in Nanchang "I have three goals. Firstly, I want to prov

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Kawasumi receives Nadeshiko League Player of the Year award

TOKYO, Japan - Nahomi Kawasumi of INAC Kobe Leonessa holds the trophy in Tokyo on Nov. 26, 2011, after receiving her first Nadeshiko League Player of the Year award. The women's national team striker netted 12 goals in the season, sharing the scoring title with teammate Shinobu Ono.

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Japan vows more anti-global warming efforts in economic policy draft

TOKYO, Japan - Economic and fiscal policy minister Hiroko Ota speaks at a press conference after a meeting of the government's Council on Economic and Fiscal Policy on June 12. A revised draft of the government's economic and fiscal policy guidelines discussed at the meeting showed that Japan will make further efforts to fight against global warming by reviewing its plan to achieve goals under the 1997 Kyoto Protocol and aiming at halving global greenhouse gas emissions from the current levels by 2050.

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Hirayama on target as Heracles come back to down Breda

ALMELO, The Netherlands - Japanese striker Sota Hirayama (in back) clelebrates after scoring for the first time in 13 league matches on April 12 as SC Heracles Almelo came from two goals down to beat NAC Breda 4-2 in the Dutch first division.

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(6)Slovenia vs Paraguay

SOGWIPO, South Korea - Paraguay forward Nelson Cuevas (R, front) scores Paraguay's third goal in the 65th minute in the World Cup group B match against Slovenia at Cheju World Cup Stadium on June 12. Paraguay, which scored the the goals in the second half, two through Cuevas, won 3-1 and edged into the second round, after South Africa fell to Spain 3-2 in Taejon. (World Cup 2002)

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Fighting terrorism a tool for U.S. to implement hegemony: Afghan expert

STORY: Fighting terrorism a tool for U.S. to implement hegemony: Afghan expert DATELINE: Sept. 12, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:29 LOCATION: Kabul CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Kabul 2. various of the U.S. 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Pashto): NAJIBULLAH JAMI, Professor, Kabul University 4. various of Kabul 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (Pashto): NAJIBULLAH JAMI, Professor, Kabul University STORYLINE: In an exclusive interview with Xinhua, Najibullah Jami, an Afghan political expert and Kabul University professor, said that fighting terrorism has been a tool used by the United States to strengthen its hegemony. SOUNDBITE 1 (Pashto): NAJIBULLAH JAMI, Professor, Kabul University "Terrorism in general is a phenomenon that U.S. has different definitions due to their political interests and goals. U.S. has been using terrorism as a tool to invade and defeat free nations to ensure its interests." Following the 9/11 attacks on New York and Washington D.C., the United States accused Afghanistan of harboring Osama Bin Laden, the leader o

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Croatia prepares to adopt euro

STORY: Croatia prepares to adopt euro DATELINE: Aug. 12, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:00 LOCATION: Zagreb CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Croatian National Bank 2. various of store, shopping mall, prices of goods 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Croatian), ANA BEGIC, Zagreb resident 4. various of money exchange office 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (Croatian): EDIN BOTIC, Zagreb resident 6. various of a market 7. SOUNDBITE 3 (Croatian): ANDREJA SKORIC, Zagreb resident 8. various of cash machine and euro money STORYLINE: After the European Union(EU) in July removed the final obstacles for Croatia to adopt the euro, the country is preparing for life with the new currency. Croatia schedules the official adoption on Jan. 1, 2023. This is the first expansion of the currency block in almost a decade as Croatia is becoming the twentieth member of the eurozone. Adopting the euro has been one of Croatia's strategic goals since the country joined the EU in 2013. On the way, Croatia had to fulfill a set of strict economic conditions, such as

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China-proposed GDI injects impetus into world development: Brazilian expert

STORY: China-proposed GDI injects impetus into world development: Brazilian expert DATELINE: June 12, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:30 LOCATION: SAO PAULO, Brazil CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: various of BRICS countriesSOUNDBITE 1 (English): LUIS ANTONIO PAULINO, Professor, Sao Paulo State UniversitySOUNDBITE 2 (English): LUIS ANTONIO PAULINO, Professor, Sao Paulo State UniversitySOUNDBITE 3 (English): LUIS ANTONIO PAULINO, Professor, Sao Paulo State Universityvarious of Chinese people fighting against poverty STORYLINE: A Brazilian expert has said that the Global Development Initiative (GDI) proposed by China last year injects impetus into sustainable development and strengthens cooperation in the world, especially for the BRICS countries. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): LUIS ANTONIO PAULINO, Professor, Sao Paulo State University "It(GDI) represents a new impetus for the cooperation development in the world. It is also a platform to achieve the sustainable development goals of the UN. This global initiative gives a roadmap a

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(SP)CHINA-HAINAN-QIONGZHONG-FEMALE FOOTBALLER(CN)

(220523) -- QIONGZHONG, May 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Members of Qiongzhong women's U15 football team attend a training session at Qiongzhong High School Affiliated To Central China Normal University in Qiongzhong Li and Miao Autonomous County, south China's Hainan Province, May 12, 2022. TO GO WITH "Feature: Female footballers set life goals high" (Xinhua/Hu Zhixuan)

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(SP)CHINA-HAINAN-QIONGZHONG-FEMALE FOOTBALLER(CN)

(220523) -- QIONGZHONG, May 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Huang Weiwei, member of Qiongzhong women's U15 football team, leads her teammates to stretch the muscle after training at Qiongzhong High School Affiliated To Central China Normal University in Qiongzhong Li and Miao Autonomous County, south China's Hainan Province, May 12, 2022. TO GO WITH "Feature: Female footballers set life goals high". (Xinhua/Hu Zhixuan)

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Hirayama on target as Heracles come back to down Breda

ALMELO, The Netherlands - Japanese striker Sota Hirayama (in back) clelebrates after scoring for the first time in 13 league matches on April 12 as SC Heracles Almelo came from two goals down to beat NAC Breda 4-2 in the Dutch first division. (Kyodo)

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Japan vows more anti-global warming efforts in economic policy d

TOKYO, Japan - Economic and fiscal policy minister Hiroko Ota speaks at a press conference after a meeting of the government's Council on Economic and Fiscal Policy on June 12. A revised draft of the government's economic and fiscal policy guidelines discussed at the meeting showed that Japan will make further efforts to fight against global warming by reviewing its plan to achieve goals under the 1997 Kyoto Protocol and aiming at halving global greenhouse gas emissions from the current levels by 2050. (Kyodo)

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Marquinhos sets eyes on J-League career record of 157 goals

Marcos Gomes de Araujo of J-League Division 1 football club Vissel Kobe shoots during a practice match against the Fukuoka University team in Kagoshima, southwestern Japan, on Feb. 12, 2015. The Brazilian striker, better known as Marquinhos, is eight goals shy of the Japanese professional league's all-time career high of 157 goals set by Masashi Nakayama. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Kawasumi receives Nadeshiko League Player of the Year award

TOKYO, Japan - Nahomi Kawasumi of INAC Kobe Leonessa holds the trophy in Tokyo on Nov. 26, 2011, after receiving her first Nadeshiko League Player of the Year award. The women's national team striker netted 12 goals in the season, sharing the scoring title with teammate Shinobu Ono. (Kyodo)

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PPAP star Piko Taro to visit U.N. headquarters to promote development goals

Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida (L) and Piko Taro, a Japanese YouTube star known for hit song "Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen," shake hands at the Foreign Ministry in Tokyo on July 12, 2017. Piko Taro will travel with Kishida to U.N. headquarters in New York to promote the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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PPAP star Piko Taro to visit U.N. headquarters to promote development goals

Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida (L) and Piko Taro, a Japanese YouTube star known for hit song "Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen," pose with their fingers making the figure 17 at the Foreign Ministry in Tokyo on July 12, 2017. Piko Taro will travel with Kishida to U.N. headquarters in New York to promote the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals, which set numerical targets to be reached by 2030 in 17 fields including poverty, health and education. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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PPAP star Piko Taro to visit U.N. headquarters to promote development goals

Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida (L) and Piko Taro, a Japanese YouTube star known for hit song "Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen," pose with their fingers making the figure 17 at the Foreign Ministry in Tokyo on July 12, 2017. Piko Taro will travel with Kishida to U.N. headquarters in New York to promote the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals, which set numerical targets to be reached by 2030 in 17 fields including poverty, health and education. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo