LAOS-VIENTIANE-CHINA-JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE

LAOS-VIENTIANE-CHINA-JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE

(230512) -- VIENTIANE, May 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on May 11, 2023 shows the launching ceremony of the China-Laos Friendship Shield-2023 joint exercise in Laos. China and Laos launched a joint military exercise on Thursday at the Kommadam Academy of the Lao People's Armed Forces (LPAF) in Laos, aimed at enhancing capabilities of the two militaries to combat terrorism. TO GO WITH: "China, Laos hold joint military drill in Laos " (Photo by Yang Jicheng/Xinhua)

LAOS-VIENTIANE-CHINA-JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE

LAOS-VIENTIANE-CHINA-JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE

(230512) -- VIENTIANE, May 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Chinese soldiers attend the launching ceremony of the China-Laos Friendship Shield-2023 joint exercise in Laos, May 11, 2023. China and Laos launched a joint military exercise on Thursday at the Kommadam Academy of the Lao People's Armed Forces (LPAF) in Laos, aimed at enhancing capabilities of the two militaries to combat terrorism. TO GO WITH: "China, Laos hold joint military drill in Laos " (Photo by Yang Jicheng/Xinhua)

LAOS-VIENTIANE-CHINA-JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE

LAOS-VIENTIANE-CHINA-JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE

(230512) -- VIENTIANE, May 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Soldiers attend the launching ceremony of the China-Laos Friendship Shield-2023 joint exercise in Laos, May 11, 2023. China and Laos launched a joint military exercise on Thursday at the Kommadam Academy of the Lao People's Armed Forces (LPAF) in Laos, aimed at enhancing capabilities of the two militaries to combat terrorism. TO GO WITH: "China, Laos hold joint military drill in Laos " (Photo by Yang Jicheng/Xinhua)

LAOS-VIENTIANE-CHINA-JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE

LAOS-VIENTIANE-CHINA-JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE

(230512) -- VIENTIANE, May 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Soldiers attend the launching ceremony of the China-Laos Friendship Shield-2023 joint exercise in Laos, May 11, 2023. China and Laos launched a joint military exercise on Thursday at the Kommadam Academy of the Lao People's Armed Forces (LPAF) in Laos, aimed at enhancing capabilities of the two militaries to combat terrorism. TO GO WITH: "China, Laos hold joint military drill in Laos " (Photo by Yang Jicheng/Xinhua)

Qomolangma expedition explores ultra-high altitude health issues

STORY: Qomolangma expedition explores ultra-high altitude health issues DATELINE: May 11, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:05 LOCATION: LHASA, China CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT/SCIENCE SHOTLIST: 1. various of Mount Qomolangma 2. SOUNDBITE (English): GONG JICHENG, Professor, Peking University STORYLINE: What impact does an ultra-high altitude environment have on human health? What are the hazards for human bodies if they encounter environmental pollution at such high altitudes? What should people do to protect their health in a high-altitude environment? Chinese researchers on the comprehensive scientific expedition on Mount Qomolangma, the world's highest peak located on the China-Nepal border, are trying to find answers to these questions. With its peak at 8,848.86 meters, the famous mountain provides an excellent opportunity for such studies. A team of 27 researchers has monitored the health condition of 50 volunteers positioned at varying altitudes: 5,200 meters, 5,800 meters, 6,350 meters and 8,848 meters. The team is