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Bridge connecting China and N. Korea

A truck crosses the Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge, linking China and North Korea, from Dandong on the Chinese side of the Yalu River on Oct. 6, 2025.

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Tightened security in Chinese border city Dandong

Security officers stand guard on a promenade in Dandong, located on the Chinese side of the Yalu River, on Sept. 1, 2025, ahead of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's visit to Beijing by train to attend a military parade on Sept. 3. The Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge over the river can be seen in the background.

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Chinese border city Dandong

A promenade fenced off along the Yalu River in Dandong on Sept. 1, 2025. The Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge (top) links China and North Korea.

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Chinese border city Dandong

A woman takes a picture on a promenade on the Chinese side of the Yalu River in Dandong on Sept. 1, 2025. On the river is the Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge linking China and North Korea.

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Chinese border city Dandong

A security officer (C) stands guard near the Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge in Dandong on Sept. 1, 2025. The bridge links China and North Korea over the Yalu River.

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Thailand: Sai River Overflows After Heavy Rain, Triggers Flooding in Mae Sai

Heavy rainfall caused the Sai River, which flows between Thailand and Myanmar, to overflow early on Monday, July 28, triggering flash floods in Chiang Rai’s Mae Sai district. Water levels reached 398.31 meters at the Mae Sai Friendship Bridge, inundating local markets and residential areas. Evacuations were ordered in flood-prone areas, with emergency services assisting elderly and bedridden residents.

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Nepal: Flash Flooding Devastates China Border Crossing, Several Killed

A sudden catastrophic mudslide and flood struck the Rasuwagadhi border crossing between Tibet and Nepal on Tuesday morning, July 8, causing severe damage. According to reports, at least nine people have been confirmed dead, with 20 still missing. This video was filmed a few kilometers from the Friendship Bridge, which was washed away by the floodwaters.

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Israeli Security Secure The Allenby Bridge After A Terror Attack

(240908) -- HARARE, Sept. 8, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A woman walks in front of the main building of the Mahusekwa District Hospital, also known as the China-Zimbabwe Friendship Hospital in Mahusekwa, a township in Mashonaland East Province, Zimbabwe, on July 22, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: China-aided hospital bears testimony to growing China-Zimbabwe ties" (Photo by Tafara Mugwara/Xinhua)

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Aftermath of heavy rain in N. Korea

DANDONG, China, Aug. 14 Kyodo - Video taken from Dandong, a Chinese border city near the Yalu River, shows a freight train heading to North Korea's Sinuiju on the Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge on Aug. 14, 2024. Trade activities through the bridge were halted due to heavy rain in July. (Kyodo)

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Deteriorating bridge

22.08.2024, Tartu. The Friendship (Sõpruse) Bridge has been waiting for a major repair for a long time and is really starting to show the signs of wear and tear. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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Deteriorating bridge

22.08.2024, Tartu. The Friendship (Sõpruse) Bridge has been waiting for a major repair for a long time and is really starting to show the signs of wear and tear. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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Deteriorating bridge

22.08.2024, Tartu. The Friendship (Sõpruse) Bridge has been waiting for a major repair for a long time and is really starting to show the signs of wear and tear. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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Deteriorating bridge

22.08.2024, Tartu. The Friendship (Sõpruse) Bridge has been waiting for a major repair for a long time and is really starting to show the signs of wear and tear. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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Aftermath of heavy rain in N. Korea

Photo taken from Dandong, a Chinese border city near the Yalu River, shows a freight train arriving from the North Korean side on the Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge on Aug. 14, 2024. Trade activities through the bridge were halted due to heavy rain in July.

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Aftermath of heavy rain in N. Korea

Photo taken from Dandong, a Chinese border city near the Yalu River, shows a cargo truck heading to North Korea's Sinuiju on the Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge on Aug. 14, 2024. Trade activities through the bridge were halted due to heavy rain in July.

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Aftermath of heavy rain in N. Korea

Photo taken from Dandong, a Chinese border city near the Yalu River, shows a freight train heading to North Korea's Sinuiju on the Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge on Aug. 14, 2024. Trade activities through the bridge were halted due to heavy rain in July.

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Bangladesh honors Wushu medalists at int'l invitational tournament

STORY: Bangladesh honors Wushu medalists at int'l invitational tournament SHOOTING TIME: May 5, 2024 DATELINE: May 6, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:58 LOCATION: Dhaka CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the felicitation ceremony STORYLINE: A ceremony was held in the Bangladeshi capital of Dhaka on Saturday to honor medal-winners at a Wushu tournament. Bangladeshi competitors won six medals at the 2024 International Wushu Invitational Tournament, which was held from April 23-25 in China's Jiangsu Province. Abdus Sobhan Golap, president of the Bangladesh Wushu Federation, spoke at the ceremony and expressed gratitude to China for supporting the development of Wushu in Bangladesh. Li Shaopeng, cultural counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Bangladesh, said that Wushu is an excellent representation of traditional Chinese culture and is a bridge for China-Bangladesh friendship. The Bangladesh Wushu Federation said that the country has more than 600 active players across five official, professional Wushu teams

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Romania's Confucius Institute celebrates Chinese Language Day

STORY: Romania's Confucius Institute celebrates Chinese Language Day SHOOTING TIME: April 19, 2024 DATELINE: April 21, 2024 LENGTH: 00:05:31 LOCATION: BRASOV, Romania CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of street view in Brasov 2. various of Chinese Language Day activities 3. various of the celebration 4. various of cultural lectures 5. various of martial arts performances STORYLINE: The Confucius Institute of Transylvania University of Brasov, Romania, hosted on Friday a series of activities to celebrate the International Chinese Language Day. Attendees were treated to a diverse array of performances, including Chinese and Romanian song renditions, guzheng performances, and demonstrations of Tai Chi and martial arts. The event, themed "Chinese: Building a Bridge for Mutual Learning among Civilizations", also featured the screening of an award-winning video work titled "My Story with China: The Sino-Romanian Friendship through My Eyes" and a cultural lecture on the theme of "Dao" in Romania. Zhang Li

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Italian chef aspires to forge friendship with Chinese via food

STORY: Italian chef aspires to forge friendship with Chinese via food SHOOTING TIME: March 22, 2024 DATELINE: March 26, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:12 LOCATION: NANNING, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY/CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of Italian chef Maurice making pizza 2. SOUNDBITE (English): MAURICE, Pizza store owner in Nanning STORYLINE: Italian chef Maurice, who is running a pizza store in the southern Chinese city of Nanning, hopes to use food as a bridge of people-to-people exchanges between countries. SOUNDBITE (English): MAURICE, Pizza store owner in Nanning "These are our pizzas. Our store is called 'Call Me Pizza.' I called it 'Call Me Pizza,' because I think it's a funny name, easy to remember. We've been open in this location for 5 months. We are slowly, slowly growing and getting new customers every day. Our cuisine is a little bit different from local food. I think many cuisines from around the world coming here to Nanning is a nice thing because it's bringing people closer together. When you know somebody's c

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Chinese, Bulgarian officials voice confidence in bilateral ties

STORY: Chinese, Bulgarian officials voice confidence in bilateral ties SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 1, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 2, 2024 LENGTH: 00:03:07 LOCATION: Sofia CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the reception 2. various of Bulgaria's Vice President Iliana Iotova speaking 3. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): WANG MIN, Charge d'affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Bulgaria 4. various of the reception STORYLINE: Chinese and Bulgarian officials expressed satisfaction with the state of bilateral relations and confidence in their continued development, at a Spring Festival reception held here on Thursday. Calling China "an extremely important and valuable partner," Bulgaria's Vice President Iliana Iotova said she is confident in the potential for the two countries to further develop their relations. "With China's help, we strive to turn Bulgaria into a bridge between the East and the West," said Tsoncho Ganev, deputy speaker of parliament and chairman of the parliamentary friendship group "Bulgaria-China." "Bulgaria, as

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GLOBALink | Giant pandas bear witness to friendship between China, France

This year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France. Over the past decades, giant pandas have played the role of "ambassadors," fostering a bridge of friendship between the two countries. Produced by Xinhua Global Service

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Expanded US-Led Naval Task Force To Protect Red Sea Shipping

Handout photo dated November 4, 2023 shows the Ticonferoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) sails under the Friendship Bridge as the ship transits the Suez Canal. The Pentagon has convinced more than a half dozen allies to join a strengthened naval task force in the Red Sea amid mounting attacks by Iran-backed rebels on commercial shipping that have driven oil prices higher. More than 9mn barrels a day of oil shipments, or almost a tenth of global demand, pass through the Red Sea, making it one of the world’s busiest energy chokepoints. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Rylin Paul via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Expanded US-Led Naval Task Force To Protect Red Sea Shipping

Handout photo dated August 17, 2020 shows the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104) passes underneath the Friendship Bridge while transiting the Suez Canal. The Pentagon has convinced more than a half dozen allies to join a strengthened naval task force in the Red Sea amid mounting attacks by Iran-backed rebels on commercial shipping that have driven oil prices higher. More than 9mn barrels a day of oil shipments, or almost a tenth of global demand, pass through the Red Sea, making it one of the world’s busiest energy chokepoints. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Drace Wilson via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Expanded US-Led Naval Task Force To Protect Red Sea Shipping

Handout photo dated March 10, 2017 shows sailors gather on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) to view the Friendship Bridge as the ship transits the Suez Canal. The Pentagon has convinced more than a half dozen allies to join a strengthened naval task force in the Red Sea amid mounting attacks by Iran-backed rebels on commercial shipping that have driven oil prices higher. More than 9mn barrels a day of oil shipments, or almost a tenth of global demand, pass through the Red Sea, making it one of the world’s busiest energy chokepoints. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael B. Zingaro via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Expanded US-Led Naval Task Force To Protect Red Sea Shipping

Handout photo dated November 20, 2011 shows the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) passes under the Friendship Bridge while transiting the Suez Canal. The Pentagon has convinced more than a half dozen allies to join a strengthened naval task force in the Red Sea amid mounting attacks by Iran-backed rebels on commercial shipping that have driven oil prices higher. More than 9mn barrels a day of oil shipments, or almost a tenth of global demand, pass through the Red Sea, making it one of the world’s busiest energy chokepoints. U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tony D. Curtis via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kenya-China alumni celebrates 60 years of Sino-Kenya friendship

STORY: Kenya-China alumni celebrates 60 years of Sino-Kenya friendship SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 9, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:36 LOCATION: Nairobi CATEGORY: CULTURE/EDUCATION SHOTLIST: 1. various of the event 2. various of awarding ceremony 3. SOUNDBITE (English): HENRY ROTICH, Chairperson of Kenya-China Alumni Association 4. various of alumni members STORYLINE: Members of Kenya-China Alumni Association on Saturday celebrated in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, 60 years of diplomatic relations between Kenya and China. The event brought together more than 100 Kenyans who studied in Chinese universities and featured various cultural activities. Zhang Zhizhong, the deputy chief of mission and minister counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in Kenya, said that Kenyans who studied in China are a bridge for better relations between the two countries. Zhang added that 60 years of Sino-Kenya diplomatic relations has resulted in mutual benefits for both nations. Zhang stressed that Kenya and China should ref

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China, Mongolia seek to bolster tourism cooperation

STORY: China, Mongolia seek to bolster tourism cooperation SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 3, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 3, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:23 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ECONOMY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the seminar 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese) : LI ZHI, Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia and Director of the Chinese Cultural Center in Ulan Bator 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Mongolian): DAGVAJAMTS BASTSUKH, Head of Ulan Bator's Tourism Department 4. various of foreign tourists in Ulan Bator (Shooting time: summer of 2023) STORYLINE: A seminar promoting tourism cooperation with China was held in Mongolia's capital on Friday. The seminar covered the current state of tourism in Mongolia and cross-border tourism initiatives. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): LI ZHI, Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia and Director of the Chinese Cultural Center in Ulan Bator "Tourism is a bridge that promotes cultural and people-to-people exchanges, and enhances mutual understanding and friendship between China and Mongolia. I believe th

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BRI can play crucial role in Maldives' development: President-elect of Maldives

STORY: BRI can play crucial role in Maldives' development: President-elect of Maldives DATELINE: Oct. 17, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:12 LOCATION: Male CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of China-Maldives Friendship Bridge 2. SOUNDBITE (English): MOHAMED MUIZZU, President-elect of the Maldives STORYLINE: President-elect of the Maldives Mohamed Muizzu has said that the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) can play a crucial role in Maldives' development and also the development of all partner countries. Muizzu also said that the China-Maldives Friendship Bridge, a project under the BRI, is the most iconic development project carried out so far in the Maldives. SOUNDBITE (English): MOHAMED MUIZZU, President-elect of the Maldives "China and Maldives have a very good relationship that goes back many years. There were so many development projects and close cooperation that were carried out very successfully in the country. China-Maldives Friendship Bridge is the most iconic development project, transform

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BELT AND ROAD INITIATIVE-INFRASTRUCTURE-BRIDGES

(231005) -- BEIJING, Oct. 5, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Aug. 31, 2019 shows the illuminated China-Maldives Friendship Bridge in Maldives. Built with support from China, the opening of the bridge meant that for the first time, people could walk from capital Male to the neighboring island of Hulhumale. (Photo by Du Cailiang/Xinhua)

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Gala concert for Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival held in Mongolia

STORY: Gala concert for Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival held in Mongolia DATELINE: Sept. 29, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:15 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the gala concert for Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival STORYLINE: A gala concert to celebrate the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival was held in Mongolia's capital Ulan Bator on Thursday night. The concert, titled "The Moon, grown full now over the sea," was co-organized by the Chinese Cultural Center in Ulan Bator and the Mongolian State Music and Dance Conservatory. "The Mid-Autumn Festival is not only a festival for the Chinese people, but also a bridge of friendship," Chinese Ambassador to Mongolia Shen Minjuan said at the concert. China believes that civilizations grow because of exchanges, Shen said, expressing her confidence that under the strategic guidance of the leaders of both countries, China and Mongolia will strive to create a new model of people-to-people exchanges, people-to-people bonds and mutual learning to bring more benefits

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Museum in SW China witnesses people-to-people friendship between China and U.S.

STORY: Museum in SW China witnesses people-to-people friendship between China and U.S. DATELINE: Sept. 4, 2023 LENGTH: 0:02:03 LOCATION: CHONGQING, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Stilwell Museum 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): JOHN EASTERBROOK, Joseph Stilwell's grandson 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): TAO YAN, Curator of the Stilwell Museum in Chongqing 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): HU HUIFANG, Visitor 5. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): JOHN EASTERBROOK, Joseph Stilwell's grandson STORYLINE: The Stilwell Museum, named after the late U.S. General Joseph Stilwell, is located in southwest China's Chongqing. It is the only museum in China that is named after a foreign military officer. At the museum, a special exhibition is held to commemorate the 140th birth anniversary of the U.S. general, who provided support to the Chinese people in their resistance against Japanese aggression. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): JOHN EASTERBROOK, Joseph Stilwell's grandson "On the fifth anniversary of the Lugou Bridge Incident, he sai

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Chinese embassy in U.S. hosts dance salon

STORY: Chinese embassy in U.S. hosts dance salon DATELINE: Sept. 2, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:27 LOCATION: Washington D.C. CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of Minister Jing Quan of the embassy delivering a speech 2. various of the event 3. exterior of the Chinese embassy in the United States STORYLINE: The Chinese Embassy in the United States hosted the "Chinese Dance Salon" on Friday, with young dancers from Beijing Dance Academy staging a special performance. "Chinese dance and dancers have long been a bridge to promote cultural exchanges and enhance people-to-people friendship between China and other countries in the world, including the United States," Minister Jing Quan of the embassy said in brief remarks delivered before the performance. "We expect the Beijing delegation and young dancers' visit to further enhance the sister city relationship between Beijing and Washington D.C., to promote exchanges and cooperation in areas of trade, education, culture and youth, to increase the mutual underst

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CHINA-TIBET-NEPAL-ZHAM-LAND PORT (CN)

(230902) -- XIGAZE, Sept. 2, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo taken on Sept. 1, 2023 shows Chinese and Nepalese passengers walking across the China-Nepal Friendship Bridge at Zham port in Xigaze, southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region. The Zham port in southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region, a major land port between China and Nepal, resumed two-way passenger traffic on Friday after being closed for eight years. According to local authorities, 752 people passed through the border during the first day of the resumption. Xinhua reporters saw long queues at the exit and entry reception hall at about 11 a.m. The Zham port in the city of Xigaze was a major gateway between China and Nepal for political, economic and cultural exchanges before 2015, when a mega-earthquake hit Nepal, destroying roads, bridges and facilities at the port, and forcing it to stop service. (Xinhua/Nie Yi)

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CHINA-TIBET-NEPAL-ZHAM-LAND PORT (CN)

(230902) -- XIGAZE, Sept. 2, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo taken on Sept. 1, 2023 shows Chinese and Nepalese passengers walking across the China-Nepal Friendship Bridge at Zham port in Xigaze, southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region. The Zham port in southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region, a major land port between China and Nepal, resumed two-way passenger traffic on Friday after being closed for eight years. According to local authorities, 752 people passed through the border during the first day of the resumption. Xinhua reporters saw long queues at the exit and entry reception hall at about 11 a.m. The Zham port in the city of Xigaze was a major gateway between China and Nepal for political, economic and cultural exchanges before 2015, when a mega-earthquake hit Nepal, destroying roads, bridges and facilities at the port, and forcing it to stop service. (Xinhua/Li Jian)

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Thai official calls for promoting peace, unity through Hangzhou Asian Games

STORY: Thai official calls for promoting peace, unity through Hangzhou Asian Games DATELINE: Aug. 27, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:23 LOCATION: Bangkok CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Thai Olympic Committee office 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Thai): CHAROEN WATTANASIN, Vice president of Thai Olympic Committee 3. various of Thailand Table Tennis National Team training 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Thai): CHAROEN WATTANASIN, Vice president of Thai Olympic Committee 5. various of Thailand national sepak takraw team training 6. various of Hangzhou city STORYLINE: A senior Thai Olympic Committee official said the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou will serve as an important platform to promote peace and friendship in Asia. Charoen Wattanasin, vice president of the Thai Olympic Committee, told Xinhua in a recent interview that over the years the Asian Games have evolved into a vital conduit for promoting peaceful exchanges between countries and regions. Charoen said he firmly believes that sports should serve as a bridge to promote u

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Chinese cartoon, animation works displayed in Jordan

STORY: Chinese cartoon, animation works displayed in Jordan DATELINE: Aug. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:31 LOCATION: Amman CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the exhibition 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): CHEN CHUANDONG, Chinese Ambassador to Jordan 3. various of the exhibition 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): NOURELDIN JUDEH, Student participating in cosplay show 5. various of the exhibition 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): SU SU, Chinese cosplayer STORYLINE: A Chinese animation and comics exhibition is being held in the Jordanian capital Amman, showcasing some 80 original artworks from Chengdu, capital of southwest China's Sichuan Province. The four-day event, named Irresistible Comics 2023-Chengdu Excellent Cartoon and Animation Works Exhibition, offers glimpses of Chengdu's culture and the Chinese animation industry. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): CHEN CHUANDONG, Chinese Ambassador to Jordan "Animation and comics, I believe, can serve as a bridge of culture, a bridge of hearts and minds, and a bridge of friendship. I hope the

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Students, "bridge of hope" for China-Bangladesh relations: Chinese ambassador

STORY: Students, "bridge of hope" for China-Bangladesh relations: Chinese ambassador DATELINE: Aug. 9, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:47 LOCATION: Dhaka CATEGORY: EDUCATION SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Farewell Reception for 2023 Chinese Government Scholarship recipients in Dhaka, Bangladesh 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Bengali): TANZIA BINT ZAFAR, Scholarship recipient 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Bengali): HAIMA HAIDER ASHA, Scholarship recipient STORYLINE: The young students are the "bridge of hope" to carry forward the traditional friendship between China and Bangladesh, making their own efforts for the bright future of China-Bangladesh relations, Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen has said. Yao made the remarks on Monday at the farewell reception for 2023 Chinese Government Scholarship recipients, which was held at the Embassy of China in Bangladesh. The Chinese ambassador encouraged the students to cherish the present and assiduously study not only professional courses, but also Chinese history and culture, while exploring the str

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Sõpruse sild

17.07.2023, Tartu. Friendship (Sõpruse) bridge, the longest bridge in Tartu (488.2 meters). Photo: Signe Oidekivi/Tartu Postimees

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Sõpruse sild

17.07.2023, Tartu. Friendship (Sõpruse) bridge, the longest bridge in Tartu (488.2 meters). Photo: Signe Oidekivi/Tartu Postimees

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Sõpruse sild

17.07.2023, Tartu. Friendship (Sõpruse) bridge, the longest bridge in Tartu (488.2 meters). Photo: Signe Oidekivi/Tartu Postimees

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Sõpruse sild

17.07.2023, Tartu. Friendship (Sõpruse) bridge, the longest bridge in Tartu (488.2 meters). Photo: Signe Oidekivi/Tartu Postimees

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CHINA-BEIJING-LIANGMA RIVER-FRANCE-PARIS-SEINE RIVER-LIFE (CN)

(230713) -- BEIJING, July 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on June 21, 2023 shows the Youyi (Friendship) Bridge over the Liangma River in Beijing, capital of China. The Seine River, the second largest river in France, meanders through the heart of Paris. Flowing from west to east, it divides the city into the iconic "Left Bank" and "Right Bank". The Left Bank is defined by an artistic ambiance, adorned with cafes, theaters, and bookstores, creating a haven for the literary circle and a cultural paradise. On the other hand, the Right Bank houses prestigious landmarks such as the Louvre, the former royal palace, and the Elysee Palace, the current presidential residence, establishing itself as the political center of Paris. Beijing's Liangma River used to be a place where caravans would cleanse and refresh their horses before entering the city. Originating from the moat of Beijing, it flows from west to east, eventually merging into the Ba River. The Liangma River traverses diverse areas, including fore

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Garfield Sobers Gymnasium, a bridge connecting China and Barbados

STORY: Garfield Sobers Gymnasium, a bridge connecting China and Barbados DATELINE: June 26, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:37 LOCATION: Bridgetown CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Barbados 2. various of Garfield Sobers Gymnasium 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): NEIL MURRELL, Director of sport at the National Sports Council of Barbados 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): CHARLES GRIFFITH, Barbados' Minister of Youth, Sports and Community Empowerment STORYLINE: Over the past four decades, China and Barbados have forged an enduring bond of cooperation and friendship since establishing diplomatic relations in 1977. Sir Garfield Sobers, the esteemed cricketer who earned numerous honors, holds a special place as a "national hero" in the hearts of Barbadians. His achievements inspire and resonate in Barbados and across the Caribbean region. In the parish of St. Michael, Barbados, stands a gymnasium named after Sir Sobers, also known locally as the Wildey Gymnasium. It shows the high respect Barbadians have for this legendary a

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"Chinese Bridge" language contest held in Lao capital

STORY: "Chinese Bridge" language contest held in Lao capital DATELINE: June 21, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:13 LOCATION: Vientiane CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the "Chinese Bridge" language contest 2. various of the speech 3. various of performance STORYLINE: The 22nd "Chinese Bridge" competition, an annual Chinese proficiency competition for non-Chinese college students, was held in the Confucius Institute at the National University of Laos (NUOL) in Lao capital Vientiane on Tuesday. NUOL President Oudom Phonekhampheng said in his opening address that the competition helps Lao students improve their Chinese language skills, and promotes educational and cultural exchanges between Laos and China, contributing to Laos-China friendship. Du Changqing, a diplomat with the political section of the Chinese Embassy in Laos, said in his speech that the cultural exchanges between China and Laos have shown great vitality. Du expressed hope that all participants in the competition will jointly work to

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China-North Korea border

Photo taken on May 31, 2023, in China's Dandong shows a freight train from North Korea running on the Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge. The promenade below the bridge is crowded with tourists.

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Egypt holds 16th "Chinese Bridge" contest for secondary school students

STORY: Egypt holds 16th "Chinese Bridge" contest for secondary school students DATELINE: April 28, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:31 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: CULTURE/EDUCATION SHOTLIST: 1. various of Egyptian students performing during the Chinese Bridge language contest 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): MOHAMED ESMAIL, Winner of the competition 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): MARIAM TAREK, Winner of the competition STORYLINE: A qualifying round of an annual Chinese proficiency contest for foreign students concluded in the Egyptian capital on Thursday. Themed "Fly high with Chinese," the 16th edition of the "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for foreign secondary school students in Egypt's division was held in the Confucius Institute at Cairo University, with nine finalists competing for a ticket to the final in China. The players, all teenage students from the Egyptian Chinese Friendship School in Cairo, competed in self-introduction, delivering keynote speeches and showcasing a traditional

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China-North Korea border

Photo taken on March 9, 2023, in China's Dandong shows a freight train bound for North Korea running on the Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge.

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SPAIN-MADRID-CHINA-PANDA-BRIDGE OF FRIENDSHIP

(230308) -- MADRID, March 8, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Giant panda You You has fun at Zoo Aquarium in Madrid, Spain, March 7, 2023. Thanks to close cooperation between Zoo Aquarium and China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda, specialists and staff members managed to breed this extremely rare species in a country far away from its homeland. You You and Jiu Jiu were born to Hua Zuiba and her partner Bing Xing in September, 2021. This giant panda family is cordially deemed a bridge of friendship between Spain and China. (Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua)

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SPAIN-MADRID-CHINA-PANDA-BRIDGE OF FRIENDSHIP

(230308) -- MADRID, March 8, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Visitors walk past a poster showing images of giant panda twins at Zoo Aquarium in Madrid, Spain, March 7, 2023. Thanks to close cooperation between Zoo Aquarium and China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda, specialists and staff members managed to breed this extremely rare species in a country far away from its homeland. You You and Jiu Jiu were born to Hua Zuiba and her partner Bing Xing in September, 2021. This giant panda family is cordially deemed a bridge of friendship between Spain and China. (Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua)

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SPAIN-MADRID-CHINA-PANDA-BRIDGE OF FRIENDSHIP

(230308) -- MADRID, March 8, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Giant pandas You You and Jiu Jiu have fun at Zoo Aquarium in Madrid, Spain, March 7, 2023. Thanks to close cooperation between Zoo Aquarium and China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda, specialists and staff members managed to breed this extremely rare species in a country far away from its homeland. You You and Jiu Jiu were born to Hua Zuiba and her partner Bing Xing in September, 2021. This giant panda family is cordially deemed a bridge of friendship between Spain and China. (Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua)