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Braille education brings hope to visually impaired children in Cameroon

STORY: Braille education brings hope to visually impaired children in Cameroon SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 4, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 5, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:45 LOCATION: Yaounde CATEGORY: EDUCATION SHOTLIST: 1. various of students learning Braille 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (French): ANTI KAMMOGNE, Visually impaired student 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (French): ESTELLE KAMEGNI, Visually impaired student 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (French): BENJAMIN MBELLE, Instructor and transcriber STORYLINE: Jan. 4 marks World Braille Day. In Yaounde, the capital city of Cameroon, an association dedicated to disabled people has facilitated Braille education for numerous visually impaired children. This initiative not only equips them with the skills to read and explore the world, but also helps them better integrate into society. SOUNDBITE 1 (French): ANTI KAMMOGNE, Visually impaired student "Braille can pave my path to employment. I aspire to become a photographer and a driver." SOUNDBITE 2 (French): ESTELLE KAMEGNI, Visually impaired student "Braille will enable m

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Leading German enterprises aspire to deepen NEV cooperation with Chinese partners

STORY: Leading German enterprises aspire to deepen NEV cooperation with Chinese partners SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 9, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:07 LOCATION: HAIKOU, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY/TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the 2023 World New Energy Vehicle Congress (WNEVC 2023) 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): LADISLAV VARGA, General Manager, Isabellenhuette (Shanghai) Electronic Technology Trading Co., Ltd. 3. various of BMW related footage at WNEVC 2023 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): WU YANYAN, Vice President, BMW Group, Government and External Affairs, Greater China STORYLINE: Representatives of leading German enterprises at the just-concluded 2023 World New Energy Vehicle Congress (WNEVC 2023) have spoken highly of the e-mobility ecosystem in China and aspired to further deepen the cooperation with their Chinese partners in the new energy vehicle (NEV) industry. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): LADISLAV VARGA, General Manager, Isabellenhuette (Shanghai) Electronic Technology Trading Co., Ltd. "The government is

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AUSTRIA-CHINA-MUSIC-CULTURE-EXCHANGE

(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Sept. 7, 2023 shows a monument of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in Vienna, Austria. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Xinhua/He Canling)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 4, 2023 shows the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in Salzburg, Austria. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Xinhua/He Canling)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists take photos of a statue of Johann Strauss Jr. in Vienna, Austria, Oct. 2, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Photo by Han Lu/Xinhua)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Chinese students Huang Yunyu (R), Huang Yunwen (C) and Wang Jiaxi choose books in a library of the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna in Vienna, Austria, Sept. 13, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Photo by Han Lu/Xinhua)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Chinese student Huang Yunwen selects books in a library of the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna in Vienna, Austria, Sept. 13, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Photo by Han Lu/Xinhua)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 5, 2023 shows a night view of the Wiener Musikverein building in Vienna, Austria. The annual Vienna Philharmonic New Year's Concert is held in the Golden Hall located in the building. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Photo by Han Lu/Xinhua)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A concert performed by musicians from China's Central Conservatory of Music is staged in Vienna, Austria, Aug. 10, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Xinhua/He Canling)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Chinese students Huang Yunyu (1st L) and Huang Yunwen (2nd L) play violin during the 3rd China-Europe International Art Biennial in Vienna, Austria, Oct. 6, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Xinhua/He Canling)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 2, 2023 shows a monument of Franz Schubert in Vienna, Austria. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Photo by Han Lu/Xinhua)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Chinese students Huang Yunyu (L), Huang Yunwen (C) and Wang Jiaxi scan music sheets as academic material at a library of the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna in Vienna, Austria, Sept. 13, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Photo by Han Lu/Xinhua)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Members of Nanjing University Traditional Chinese Orchestra perform in Graz, Austria, Sept. 30, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Xinhua/He Canling)

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CHINA-AUSTRIA-MUSIC-CULTURE-EXCHANGE (CN)

(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Professor Shen Fanxiu (L) instructs as a student practices "Fantasy in F Minor, K. 608" by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart on a pipe organ at Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing, China, on Sept. 14, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Xinhua/Chen Zhonghao)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Professor Chen Guang (R) instructs as a student practices "Trumpet Concerto in E-flat Major" by Franz Joseph Haydn at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing, China, Sept. 14, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Xinhua/Chen Zhonghao)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Professor Song Yuanming (L) looks on as a student practices the operetta "Die Fledermaus" by Johann Strauss Jr. at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing, China, Sept. 14, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Xinhua/Chen Zhonghao)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Professor Wei Danwen (back) explains as a student practices "Piano Concerto No. 12 in A major, K. 414" by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing, capital of China, Sept. 14, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Xinhua/Chen Zhonghao)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Members from the Vienna Boys' Choir perform in Suzhou, east China's Jiangsu Province, Sept. 26, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Xinhua)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- The audience applaud after a performance by artists from the Vienna Philharmonic at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing, capital of China, May 31, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Photo by Cheng Zhengfa/Xinhua)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Members of the Vienna Boys' Choir and the Chengdu Friends of Vienna Boys Choir perform in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 9, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Xinhua)

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(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Professor Yu Bing (2nd L) demonstrates as students learn "The Lark Quartet" by Franz Joseph Haydn at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing, China, Sept. 14, 2023. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Xinhua/Chen Zhonghao)

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CHINA-AUSTRIA-MUSIC-CULTURE-EXCHANGE (CN)

(231013) -- BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Members from the Vienna Boys' Choir perform at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing, capital of China, Oct. 14, 2014. Austria, the birthplace of music masters such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Franz Haydn, has a music tradition attracting Chinese students who aspire to study music. Many Austrian music masters have gained great recognition in China, with their works incorporated into Chinese curriculum of music education institutions. The Belt and Road Initiative, introduced by China in 2013, has received positive responses and continued support from Austria. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in cultural exchanges between the two countries, with music playing a crucial role in strengthening their mutual bond. (Xinhua/Luo Xiaoguang)

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Jordan, UAE discuss enhancing strategic cooperation

STORY: Jordan, UAE discuss enhancing strategic cooperation DATELINE: Aug. 3, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:23 LOCATION: Amman CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the welcome ceremony 2. various of the meeting STORYLINE: King Abdullah II of Jordan and visiting United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday discussed ways to enhance strategic cooperation, especially investment and development partnerships. During talks in Amman, the two leaders underlined the need to continue coordination on issues of mutual concern and regional security and stability, according to a Royal Court statement. The UAE leader said both countries aspire to achieve sustainable development for their peoples and to advance peace, stability, and prosperity in the region. The talks also covered regional and international issues, with a focus on the Palestinian cause and efforts to reach just and comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Am

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Foreign businessmen seek cooperation with Chinese companies on remanufacturing

STORY: Foreign businessmen seek cooperation with Chinese companies on remanufacturing DATELINE: July 25, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:46 LOCATION: SHIJIAZHUANG, China CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the views in Hebei Province 2. various of the conference 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): IAN BRIGGS, Staff member of Aspire Engineering 4. various of the remanufacturing 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): MAXIME FURKEL, Committee member, European Remanufacturing Council STORYLINE: China and the UK are teaming up to foster green, low-carbon and remanufacturing industries to address challenges of their carbon reduction goals. A conference on this issue was held on Monday in Cangzhou City, north China's Hebei Province, where more than 200 attendees from both countries shared their perspectives and plans. Remanufacturing is a process that repairs or upgrades waste products to make them as good as new. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): IAN BRIGGS, Staff member of Aspire Engineering "I have come over to China to see how you're doing r

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JAPAN-TOKYO-FOOD EXPO-CHINESE FIRMS

(230624) -- TOKYO, June 24, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken with a mobile phone shows a visitor exchanging contact information with an exhibitor from Yihai Japan Co., Ltd., a Tokyo-based branch of China's leading hot pot restaurant chain Haidilao, at the Japan Int'l Food Expo (JFEX) 2023 in Tokyo, Japan, June 23, 2023. TO GO WITH "Roundup: Chinese firms aspire to grow in Japan by discovering opportunities at Tokyo food expo" (Xinhua/Zhong Ya)

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JAPAN-TOKYO-FOOD EXPO-CHINESE FIRMS

(230624) -- TOKYO, June 24, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken with a mobile phone shows a visitor tasting products of Chongqing Fuling Zhacai Group Co., Ltd. at the Japan Int'l Food Expo (JFEX) 2023 in Tokyo, Japan, June 23, 2023. TO GO WITH "Roundup: Chinese firms aspire to grow in Japan by discovering opportunities at Tokyo food expo" (Xinhua/Zhong Ya)

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JAPAN-TOKYO-FOOD EXPO-CHINESE FIRMS

(230624) -- TOKYO, June 24, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken with a mobile phone shows a child tasting specialty food provided by an exhibitor from east China's Anhui Province at the Japan Int'l Food Expo (JFEX) 2023 in Tokyo, Japan, June 23, 2023. TO GO WITH "Roundup: Chinese firms aspire to grow in Japan by discovering opportunities at Tokyo food expo" (Xinhua/Zhong Ya)

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Chinese company building schools in Iraq to help post-war reconstruction

STORY: Chinese company building schools in Iraq to help post-war reconstruction DATELINE: April 18, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:48 LOCATION: Baghdad CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Chinese company building schools in Iraq 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): HANAN RAAD AL-QAYSI, Iraqi teacher 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): YOUSIF JAMAL, Iraqi engineer 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): GAO FEI, vice general manager of PowerChina's headquarters in the Middle East and North Africa STORYLINE: Power Construction Corporation of China (PowerChina) has undertaken the construction of 679 schools in 10 provinces of Iraq. It's part of the Iraqi government's goal to build 8,000 new schools by 2030. The Iraqi government has listed school construction as one of the most urgent political and livelihood projects. The construction has attracted wide public attention in the country. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): HANAN RAAD AL-QAYSI, Iraqi teacher "My visit to this site made me happy, and I hope and aspire to be one of the teachers in this building or sc

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Kenyan business leaders see huge opportunities in Chinese market

STORY: Kenyan business leaders see huge opportunities in Chinese market DATELINE: April 14, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:07 LOCATION: Nairobi CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the venue for the third China International Consumer Products Expo 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): EVA MUHIA, Director, Varet Products 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): NAFTALI MWANGI, Director, Hyso properties 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): COLLEEN CHEPTOO, Women Chamber of Commerce, Kenya 5. various of industries in China STORYLINE: As many exhibitors aspire to opportunities brought by China at Hainan expo, Kenyan business leaders have spoken highly of the Chinese market, emphasizing its production capacity, innovation power, and competitive prices. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): EVA MUHIA, Director, Varet Products "They believe in innovation and they believe in new technology. So when you think this big picture, you have in your mind (to) take it (business) to China. The Chinese market is growing bigger." SOUNDBITE 2 (English): NAFTALI MWANGI, Director, Hys

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Yoonhak to star in Japanese drama

GIFU, Japan - Actress Shihori Kanjiya, who plays the main character in an upcoming NHK drama series ''Koisuru Kimchi'' (kimchi in love) speaks during a press conference in Nagoya on Feb. 3, 2011. Kanjiya will co-star with Yoonhak, a member of popular South Korean boy band Choshinsei, in a drama about city employees in Gifu Prefecture who aspire to make ''kimchi'' Korean pickles to boost tourism.

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Automakers aspire to eliminating traffic accidents

TOKYO, Japan - Toyota Motor Corp. has set up a dome-shaped driving simulating facility inside its lab in Susono, Shizuoka Prefecture, to develop new safety systems.

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Automakers aspire to eliminating traffic accidents

TOKYO, Japan - A user of Toyota's Driving Simulator inside its lab in Susono, Shizuoka Prefecture, can drive in a virtual setting, getting a highly precise idea of what can actually be seen around the tester.

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Lamu Cultural Festival concludes in Kenya

STORY: Lamu Cultural Festival concludes in Kenya DATELINE: Nov. 28, 2022 LENGTH: 00:03:26 LOCATION: LAMU, Kenya CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the festival 2. SOUNDBITE (English): MUSALIA MUDAVADI, Prime Cabinet Secretary of Kenya STORYLINE: Local and international tourists attended the Lamu Cultural Festival, a major tourism event which concluded in the coastal region of Kenya on Sunday. The annual festival, first started in 2001, is a four-day event celebrating coastal Lamu's heritage and traditions in a carnival atmosphere. Lamu Old Town has a unique cultural heritage passed down for over 700 years, an attribute that earned Lamu Island a place on the UNESCO's List of World Heritage Sites in 2001. SOUNDBITE (English): MUSALIA MUDAVADI, Prime Cabinet Secretary of Kenya "This is something that every Kenyan should aspire to come and witness. It's very strong and excellent for our tourism. And the warmth of the people is extraordinary. And this is Lamu, and this is what peace can bring. When th

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Command center to supervise World Cup stadiums

Photo taken on Nov. 10, 2022, in Doha shows the Aspire Command and Control Centre, tasked with managing and supervising operations of all eight World Cup football stadiums in Qatar during the tournament opening Nov. 20.

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Command center to supervise World Cup stadiums

Photo taken on Nov. 10, 2022, in Doha shows the Aspire Command and Control Centre, tasked with managing and supervising operations of all eight World Cup football stadiums in Qatar during the tournament opening Nov. 20.

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Command center to supervise World Cup stadiums

Photo taken on Nov. 10, 2022, in Doha shows the Aspire Command and Control Centre, tasked with managing and supervising operations of all eight World Cup football stadiums in Qatar during the tournament opening Nov. 20.

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Syrian space enthusiasts pursue dreams amid U.S. sanctions

STORY: Syrian space enthusiasts pursue dreams amid U.S. sanctions DATELINE: Nov. 10, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:40 LOCATION: Damascus CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the activities on the roof of the Syrian Astronomical Society (SAS) headquarters 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): TAREQ BURMO, Student 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): MUHANNAD, Student 4. various of the activities on the roof of the Syrian Astronomical Society (SAS) headquarters 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (Arabic): MUHAMMED ALASSIRY, Head of the Syrian Astronomical Society STORYLINE: Persistent U.S. sanctions are affecting Syrians' life in an all-around way, including the space dream of the youth. On the roof of the Syrian Astronomical Society (SAS) headquarters in the capital Damascus, activities are organized almost every day for children who are interested in space. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): TAREQ BURMO, Student "My dream is to become a doctor, but I also want to enter the field of astronomy. I aspire to be the first Syrian to travel and reach the moon." SOUNDBITE 2

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With handmade bows, Palestinians aim to enter archery competition at 2024 Olympics

STORY: With handmade bows, Palestinians aim to enter archery competition at 2024 Olympics DATELINE: Oct. 31, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:03 LOCATION: GAZA, Palestine CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of practicing archery sport 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): AHMED AL-ZAHHAR, Archery maker 3. various of Ahmed al-Zahhar making bows at his workshop 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): WASIM NAIEF, Archery maker STORYLINE: Armed with the bows that they have handmade themselves, Ahmed al-Zahhar and Wasim Naief, two Gaza-based young Palestinians, aspire to enter the archery competition at the 2024 Olympic Games. They have overcome many difficulties. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): AHMED AL-ZAHHAR, Archery maker "The reason why we made bows is that there is no place in the Gaza Strip that sells bows and it's difficult to import them due to the Israeli ban. So, my colleague and I resorted to making these brackets years ago." After six months of hard work, the two young men finally succeeded in making their first bow. Since then, they have be

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MIDEAST-GAZA CITY-ARCHERY-BOWS

(221029) -- GAZA, Oct. 29, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Palestinian Ahmed al-Zahhar (R) and Wasim Naief, practice archery in Gaza City, Oct. 17, 2022. Armed with the bows that they have handmade themselves, Ahmed al-Zahhar and Wasim Naief, two Gaza-based young Palestinians, aspire to enter the archery competition at the 2024 Olympic Games. TO GO WITH "Feature: With handmade bows, Palestinian men aim to qualify for archery competition at 2024 Olympics" (Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua)

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MIDEAST-GAZA CITY-ARCHERY-BOWS

(221029) -- GAZA, Oct. 29, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Palestinian Ahmed al-Zahhar (L) and Wasim Naief, practice archery in Gaza City, Oct. 17, 2022. Armed with the bows that they have handmade themselves, Ahmed al-Zahhar and Wasim Naief, two Gaza-based young Palestinians, aspire to enter the archery competition at the 2024 Olympic Games. TO GO WITH "Feature: With handmade bows, Palestinian men aim to qualify for archery competition at 2024 Olympics" (Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua)

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MIDEAST-GAZA CITY-ARCHERY-BOWS

(221029) -- GAZA, Oct. 29, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Palestinian Wasim Naief practices archery in Gaza City, Oct. 17, 2022. Armed with the bows that they have handmade themselves, Ahmed al-Zahhar and Wasim Naief, two Gaza-based young Palestinians, aspire to enter the archery competition at the 2024 Olympic Games. TO GO WITH "Feature: With handmade bows, Palestinian men aim to qualify for archery competition at 2024 Olympics" (Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua)

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MIDEAST-GAZA CITY-ARCHERY-BOWS

(221029) -- GAZA, Oct. 29, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Palestinian Ahmed al-Zahhar practices archery in Gaza City, Oct. 17, 2022. Armed with the bows that they have handmade themselves, Ahmed al-Zahhar and Wasim Naief, two Gaza-based young Palestinians, aspire to enter the archery competition at the 2024 Olympic Games. TO GO WITH "Feature: With handmade bows, Palestinian men aim to qualify for archery competition at 2024 Olympics" (Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua)

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MIDEAST-GAZA CITY-ARCHERY-BOWS

(221029) -- GAZA, Oct. 29, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Palestinian Ahmed al-Zahhar makes archery bows and arrows inside his house in Gaza City, Oct. 17, 2022. Armed with the bows that they have handmade themselves, Ahmed al-Zahhar and Wasim Naief, two Gaza-based young Palestinians, aspire to enter the archery competition at the 2024 Olympic Games. TO GO WITH "Feature: With handmade bows, Palestinian men aim to qualify for archery competition at 2024 Olympics" (Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua)

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Music festival concludes in West Bank city of Ramallah

STORY: Music festival concludes in West Bank city of Ramallah DATELINE: Aug. 29, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:33 LOCATION: Ramallah CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the festival in Ramallah 2. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): MOHAMMED SAWALHA, Local resident 3. various of music festival STORYLINE: The 13th version of "Wein a Ramallah" music festival concluded on Monday in the West Bank city of Ramallah. The event was organized by the Ramallah municipality to promote culture and encourage Palestinians to retain hope. Taking its name from a popular folklore song, the festival took place in public spaces throughout the city of Ramallah. Officially, the annual event started on Aug. 5, however, it was suspended during the 3-day military conflict between the Israeli army and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) in the Gaza Strip. On Aug. 21, the organizers of the festival resumed their activities in a bid to prove to the world that the Palestinian people aspire to live in peace and practice their rights. SOUNDBITE (Arabic

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BRICS Plus aims at ending hegemony of U.S. and Western countries: Indian expert

STORY: BRICS Plus aims at ending hegemony of U.S. and Western countries: Indian expert DATELINE: June 24, 2022 LENGTH: 00:03:03 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE (English): SUDHEENDRA KULKARNI, Former chairman of Mumbai-based think tank Observer Research Foundation STORYLINE: "BRICS Plus is a concept that is aimed at democratizing the global economic order, and ending the hegemony of the United States and Western countries," Sudheendra Kulkarni, former chairman of the Mumbai-based think-tank Observer Research Foundation, said in a recent interview with Xinhua. SOUNDBITE (English): SUDHEENDRA KULKARNI, Former chairman of Mumbai-based think tank Observer Research Foundation "BRICS is a unique multilateral forum, which is transcontinental in nature. The five members of BRICS represent different continents across the globe: Asia, Africa, Eurasia, and Latin America. What is common to all members of the BRICS countries is that we represent, and we aspire to a non-Western paradigm of

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TANZANIA-DAR ES SALAAM-FASHION SHOW

(220613) -- TANZANIA, June 13, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A child takes part in a children's fashion show commemorating the Day of the African Child in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on June 13, 2022. TO GO WITH "Feature: Tanzanian children aspire to break ceiling in fashion show, design industry" (Photo by Herman Emmanuel/Xinhua)

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TANZANIA-DAR ES SALAAM-FASHION SHOW

(220613) -- TANZANIA, June 13, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A child takes part in a children's fashion show commemorating the Day of the African Child in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on June 13, 2022. TO GO WITH "Feature: Tanzanian children aspire to break ceiling in fashion show, design industry" (Photo by Herman Emmanuel/Xinhua)

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10 Nigerian ministers resign to pursue political ambitions

STORY: 10 Nigerian ministers resign to pursue political ambitions DATELINE: May 14, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:45 LOCATION: Abuja CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of President Muhammadu arriving at the council chambers of the presidential villa 2. various of former cabinet ministers 3. various of officials present at the event 4. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): MUHAMMADU BUHARI, Nigerian President 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): MUHAMMADU BUHARI, Nigerian President STORYLINE: Ten Nigerian ministers on Friday confirmed their resignation from President Muhammadu Buhari's cabinet to seek elective offices in next year's general polls in the West African country. Buhari bade farewell to the 10 outgoing members of the Federal Executive Council at the State House in Abuja, the Nigerian capital, Friday morning, affirming that a significant number of them have been "sufficiently equipped to aspire to higher elective offices, including the office of the president." SOUNDBITE 1 (English): MUHAMMADU BUHARI, Nigerian President "I

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Greece expects tourism recovery this year: officials

STORY: Greece expects tourism recovery this year: officials DATELINE: April 14, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:35 LOCATION: Athens CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. aerial views of the Parthenon temple at the top of Acropolis hill in Athens 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Greek): ANGELA GEREKOU, President of Greek National Tourism Organization 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Greek): SOFIA ZACHARAKI, Deputy Minister of Tourism 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Greek): ANGELA GEREKOU, President of Greek National Tourism Organization 5. SOUNDBITE 4 (Greek): SOFIA ZACHARAKI, Sofia Zacharaki, Deputy Minister of Tourism STORYLINE: Despite the ongoing challenges, Greek officials told Xinhua on Tuesday that they expect their country's tourism sector to recover this year. SOUNDBITE 1 (Greek): ANGELA GEREKOU, President of Greek National Tourism Organization "The data we have at the moment is encouraging. We aspire and see that we will have a good summer season in terms of Greek tourism. People feel the need to get away from the big problems." Greece has been commended for its

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Yoonhak to star in Japanese drama

GIFU, Japan - Actress Shihori Kanjiya, who plays the main character in an upcoming NHK drama series ''Koisuru Kimchi'' (kimchi in love) speaks during a press conference in Nagoya on Feb. 3, 2011. Kanjiya will co-star with Yoonhak, a member of popular South Korean boy band Choshinsei, in a drama about city employees in Gifu Prefecture who aspire to make ''kimchi'' Korean pickles to boost tourism. (Kyodo)