Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows the construction site of the Qishi hub on the Pinglu Canal in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Nov. 12, 2025. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhou Hua/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows the construction site of Madao hub on the Pinglu Canal in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Nov. 12, 2025. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhou Hua/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Animation figures museum in Japan

Animation figures museum in Japan

Photo taken on Nov. 12, 2025, shows part of a collection of animated character figures on display at the Bankyo Figure Museum in Taki, Mie Prefecture, central Japan. The museum, located inside a factory of Bankyo Pharmaceutical Co., exhibits about 40,000 items collected by company president Nobuo Matsuura.

Animation figures museum in Japan

Animation figures museum in Japan

Photo taken on Nov. 12, 2025, shows part of a collection of animated character figures on display at the Bankyo Figure Museum in Taki, Mie Prefecture, central Japan. The museum, located inside a factory of Bankyo Pharmaceutical Co., exhibits about 40,000 items collected by company president Nobuo Matsuura.

Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C Satellite Launch - China

Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C Satellite Launch - China

A Long March-2C carrier rocket carrying three new satellites blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, on Nov. 19, 2025. The rocket blasted off at 12:01 p.m. (Beijing Time) and sent the Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C into the preset orbits. These satellites will be mainly used for space environment exploration and related technology verification. (Photo by Wang Jiangbo/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C Satellite Launch - China

Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C Satellite Launch - China

A Long March-2C carrier rocket carrying three new satellites blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, on Nov. 19, 2025. The rocket blasted off at 12:01 p.m. (Beijing Time) and sent the Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C into the preset orbits. These satellites will be mainly used for space environment exploration and related technology verification. (Photo by Sun Haiying/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C Satellite Launch - China

Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C Satellite Launch - China

A Long March-2C carrier rocket carrying three new satellites blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, on Nov. 19, 2025. The rocket blasted off at 12:01 p.m. (Beijing Time) and sent the Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C into the preset orbits. These satellites will be mainly used for space environment exploration and related technology verification. (Photo by Wang Jiangbo/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C Satellite Launch - China

Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C Satellite Launch - China

A Long March-2C carrier rocket carrying three new satellites blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, on Nov. 19, 2025. The rocket blasted off at 12:01 p.m. (Beijing Time) and sent the Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C into the preset orbits. These satellites will be mainly used for space environment exploration and related technology verification. (Photo by Wang Jiangbo/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C Satellite Launch - China

Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C Satellite Launch - China

A Long March-2C carrier rocket carrying three new satellites blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, on Nov. 19, 2025. The rocket blasted off at 12:01 p.m. (Beijing Time) and sent the Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C into the preset orbits. These satellites will be mainly used for space environment exploration and related technology verification. (Photo by Wang Jiangbo/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C Satellite Launch - China

Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C Satellite Launch - China

A Long March-2C carrier rocket carrying three new satellites blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, on Nov. 19, 2025. The rocket blasted off at 12:01 p.m. (Beijing Time) and sent the Shijian-30A, Shijian-30B, and Shijian-30C into the preset orbits. These satellites will be mainly used for space environment exploration and related technology verification. (Photo by Wang Heng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

[Breaking News]G-7 foreign ministers' meeting in Canada

NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, Canada, Nov. 12 Kyodo - Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi attends the second day of a two-day meeting of Group of Seven foreign ministers in Niagara-on-the-Lake in Canada on Nov. 12, 2025. (Kyodo)

[Breaking News]Abductee Megumi Yokota's mother meets press

KAWASAKI, Japan, Nov. 12 Kyodo - Sakie Yokota, 89, whose daughter Megumi was abducted by North Korea in 1977 at age 13, meets the press in Kawasaki near Tokyo on Nov. 11, 2025, ahead of the 48th anniversary on Nov. 15 of her abduction. (Kyodo)

Cargo Containers At Longtan Area of Nanjing Port - China

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)

Chinese Robotics Featured At Web Summit - Lisbon

Chinese Robotics Featured At Web Summit - Lisbon

A robot of Unitree Robotics interacts with attendees at the Web Summit in Lisbon, Portugal, Nov. 12, 2025. TO GO WITH: "Feature: Chinese robotics steals spotlight at Web Summit in Lisbon" Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Chinese Robotics Featured At Web Summit - Lisbon

Chinese Robotics Featured At Web Summit - Lisbon

A robot of Unitree Robotics interacts with attendees at the Web Summit in Lisbon, Portugal, Nov. 12, 2025. TO GO WITH: "Feature: Chinese robotics steals spotlight at Web Summit in Lisbon" Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi listens to a question during a House of Councillors Budget Committee session in Tokyo on Nov. 12, 2025.

Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi listens to a question during a House of Councillors Budget Committee session in Tokyo on Nov. 12, 2025.

Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi listens to a question during a House of Councillors Budget Committee session in Tokyo on Nov. 12, 2025.

Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi listens to a question during a House of Councillors Budget Committee session in Tokyo on Nov. 12, 2025.

Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi drinks water during a House of Councillors Budget Committee session in Tokyo on Nov. 12, 2025.

Flower park lit up in western Japan

Flower park lit up in western Japan

A winter illumination event at the Tottori Hanakairo flower park in Nambu in Tottori Prefecture, western Japan, is unveiled to the press on Nov. 12, 2025, two days ahead of its official opening.

Flower park lit up in western Japan

Flower park lit up in western Japan

A winter illumination event at the Tottori Hanakairo flower park in Nambu in Tottori Prefecture, western Japan, is unveiled to the press on Nov. 12, 2025, two days ahead of its official opening.

Tokyo Skytree in anti-gendered violence color

Tokyo Skytree in anti-gendered violence color

Tokyo Skytree is lit up in purple on Nov. 12, 2025, as the Japanese government launches a campaign to tackle gender-based violence the same day ahead of the U.N.-designated International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on Nov. 25.

Tokyo Skytree in anti-gendered violence color

Tokyo Skytree in anti-gendered violence color

Tokyo Skytree is lit up in purple on Nov. 12, 2025, as the Japanese government launches a campaign to tackle gender-based violence the same day ahead of the U.N.-designated International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on Nov. 25.

Tokyo Skytree in anti-gendered violence color

Tokyo Skytree in anti-gendered violence color

Tokyo Skytree is lit up in purple on Nov. 12, 2025, as the Japanese government launches a campaign to tackle gender-based violence the same day ahead of the U.N.-designated International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on Nov. 25.

Tokyo Skytree in anti-gendered violence color

Tokyo Skytree in anti-gendered violence color

Tokyo Skytree is lit up in purple on Nov. 12, 2025, as the Japanese government launches a campaign to tackle gender-based violence the same day ahead of the U.N.-designated International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on Nov. 25.

Tokyo Skytree in anti-gendered violence color

Tokyo Skytree in anti-gendered violence color

Tokyo Skytree is lit up in purple on Nov. 12, 2025, as the Japanese government launches a campaign to tackle gender-based violence the same day ahead of the U.N.-designated International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on Nov. 25.

Tokyo Skytree in anti-gendered violence color

Tokyo Skytree in anti-gendered violence color

Tokyo Skytree is lit up in purple on Nov. 12, 2025, as the Japanese government launches a campaign to tackle gender-based violence the same day ahead of the U.N.-designated International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on Nov. 25.

Japan-S. Korea governors' meeting

Japan-S. Korea governors' meeting

Governors from Japan and South Korea hold a meeting to discuss social issues in the two countries in Incheon, near Seoul, on Nov. 12, 2025.

Japan-S. Korea governors' meeting

Japan-S. Korea governors' meeting

Governors from Japan and South Korea pose for a photo in Incheon, near Seoul, on Nov. 12, 2025, as they hold a meeting to discuss social issues.

Japan-S. Korea governors' meeting

Japan-S. Korea governors' meeting

Governors from Japan and South Korea hold a meeting to discuss social issues in the two countries in Incheon, near Seoul, on Nov. 12, 2025.

Japan-S. Korea governors' meeting

Japan-S. Korea governors' meeting

Governors from Japan and South Korea hold a meeting to discuss social issues in the two countries in Incheon, near Seoul, on Nov. 12, 2025.

Japan-S. Korea governors' meeting

Japan-S. Korea governors' meeting

Governors from Japan and South Korea hold a meeting to discuss social issues in the two countries in Incheon, near Seoul, on Nov. 12, 2025.

Japan crown prince at agricultural commendation ceremony

Japan crown prince at agricultural commendation ceremony

Japanese Crown Prince Fumihito (C) addresses the Agricultural Society of Japan's commendation ceremony for agricultural contributors in Tokyo on Nov. 12, 2025.

Japan crown prince at agricultural commendation ceremony

Japan crown prince at agricultural commendation ceremony

Japanese Crown Prince Fumihito addresses the Agricultural Society of Japan's commendation ceremony for agricultural contributors in Tokyo on Nov. 12, 2025.

Baseball: GM meetings in Las Vegas

Baseball: GM meetings in Las Vegas

Seattle Mariners general manager Justin Hollander meets the press as Major League Baseball's general manager meetings get under way in Las Vegas on Nov. 12, 2025. Hollander expressed an interest in acquiring Yakult Swallows slugger Munetaka Murakami after the Japanese Central League team posted the 25-year-old to MLB.

Baseball: GM meetings in Las Vegas

Baseball: GM meetings in Las Vegas

Baseball agent Scott Boras meets the press as Major League Baseball's general manager meetings get under way in Las Vegas on Nov. 12, 2025. Boras said his client Tatsuya Imai, pitcher of Japan's Seibu Lions, will be posted for MLB teams on Nov. 19.

Geneva International Music Competition

Geneva International Music Competition

Japanese violist Ayaka Taniguchi performs en route to winning second prize in the final round of the Geneva International Music Competition in Geneva on Nov. 12, 2025.

Geneva International Music Competition

Geneva International Music Competition

Japanese violist Ayaka Taniguchi performs en route to winning second prize in the final round of the Geneva International Music Competition in Geneva on Nov. 12, 2025.

Geneva International Music Competition

Geneva International Music Competition

Japanese violist Ayaka Taniguchi (2nd from L) is pictured after performing in the final round of the Geneva International Music Competition in Geneva on Nov. 12, 2025. Taniguchi won second prize.

Japan-Ukraine talks in Canada

Japan-Ukraine talks in Canada

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi (R) shakes hands with his Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha in Niagara-on-the-Lake in Canada on Nov. 12, 2025.

Japan-Ukraine talks in Canada

Japan-Ukraine talks in Canada

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi (R) holds talks with his Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha in Niagara-on-the-Lake in Canada on Nov. 12, 2025.

G-7 foreign ministers' meeting in Canada

G-7 foreign ministers' meeting in Canada

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha (R) speaks during the second day of a two-day meeting of Group of Seven foreign ministers in Niagara-on-the-Lake in Canada on Nov. 12, 2025.

G-7 foreign ministers' meeting in Canada

G-7 foreign ministers' meeting in Canada

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi meets the press in Niagara-on-the-Lake in Canada on Nov. 12, 2025, after attending a two-day meeting of the Group of Seven foreign ministers.

Japan-Ukraine talks in Canada

Japan-Ukraine talks in Canada

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi (R) shakes hands with his Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha in Niagara-on-the-Lake in Canada on Nov. 12, 2025.

G-7 foreign ministers' meeting in Canada

G-7 foreign ministers' meeting in Canada

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi (C) attends the second day of a two-day meeting of Group of Seven foreign ministers in Niagara-on-the-Lake in Canada on Nov. 12, 2025.

G-7 foreign ministers' meeting in Canada

G-7 foreign ministers' meeting in Canada

Foreign ministers of the Group of Seven industrialized countries attend the second day of a two-day meeting in Niagara-on-the-Lake in Canada on Nov. 12, 2025.

Spanish King Felipe VI visits China

Spanish King Felipe VI visits China

Spain's King Felipe VI (R) receives a guard of honor before his welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Nov. 12, 2025. Walking along with him is Chinese President Xi Jinping. (Pool photo)

Spanish King Felipe VI visits China

Spanish King Felipe VI visits China

Spain's King Felipe VI (L) and Chinese President Xi Jinping are pictured after a signing ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Nov. 12, 2025. (Pool photo)

Second Day Of The King And Queen's State Trip To China

Second Day Of The King And Queen's State Trip To China

Chinese President Xi Jinping speaks during an official dinner, Nov. 12, 2025, in Beijing, China. Photo by Casa de S.M. el Rey/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM