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Fiji high school students compete in Chinese proficiency

STORY: Fiji high school students compete in Chinese proficiency SHOOTING TIME: June 8, 2024 DATELINE: June 9, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:26 LOCATION: Suva CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the 17th "Chinese-Bridge" Chinese proficiency competition for foreign high school students in Fiji STORYLINE: The Fiji finals of the 17th "Chinese-Bridge" Chinese proficiency competition for foreign high school students were held Saturday at the China Cultural Center in Fiji. The competition, which focused on written test, video shows, speech and talent shows, was hosted by the Chinese Embassy in Fiji, Yat Sen School and the China Cultural Center in Fiji. A total of eight Fijian students participated in the final contest, with diplomats, industry executives and students attending the half-day event. Leilah Chung, a student from Yat Sen School, emerged as the overall winner of the competition themed "Fly High with Chinese." Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Suva. (XHTV)

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINESE BRIDGE-COMPETITION

(240608) --SUVA, June 8, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Officials and students pose for a group photo at the 17th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese proficiency competition for foreign high school students at China Cultural Center in Suva, Fiji, on June 8, 2024. TO GO WITH "Fiji high school students compete Chinese proficiency" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINESE BRIDGE-COMPETITION

(240608) --SUVA, June 8, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Leilah Chung, a student from Yat Sen School, sings a Chinese song during the 17th "Chinese-Bridge" Chinese proficiency competition for foreign high school students at China Cultural Center in Suva, Fiji, on June 8, 2024. TO GO WITH "Fiji high school students compete Chinese proficiency" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINESE BRIDGE-COMPETITION

(240608) --SUVA, June 8, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Leilah Chung, a student from Yat Sen School, sings a Chinese song during the 17th "Chinese-Bridge" Chinese proficiency competition for foreign high school students at China Cultural Center in Suva, Fiji, on June 8, 2024. TO GO WITH "Fiji high school students compete Chinese proficiency" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINESE BRIDGE-COMPETITION

(240608) --SUVA, June 8, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Officials and students pose for a group photo at the 17th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese proficiency competition for foreign high school students at China Cultural Center in Suva, Fiji, on June 8, 2024. TO GO WITH "Fiji high school students compete Chinese proficiency" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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Xinjiang-themed Chinese oil paintings on display in Fiji

STORY: Xinjiang-themed Chinese oil paintings on display in Fiji SHOOTING TIME: May 20, 2024 DATELINE: May 21, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:40 LOCATION: Suva CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the paintings on display 2. SOUNDBITE (English): IRAMI BULI, Fijian artist 3. various of the paintings on display STORYLINE: An exhibition of Chinese oil paintings showcasing the natural beauty and unique culture of China's northwestern Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region has opened at the China Cultural Center in Fiji. Speaking at the opening ceremony on Friday night, Fiji's Minister for iTaukei Affairs, Culture, Heritage and Arts Ifereimi Vasu said the exhibition is a significant cultural exchange event between his country and China. According to the minister, this is the first display of contemporary Chinese oil paintings in the Pacific island country. Through the collaboration, Vasu said, "We will not only share our artistic heritage, but also strengthen the bonds of friendship and understanding between Fiji an

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINA-XINJIANG-OIL PAINTING EXHIBITION

(240520) -- SUVA, May 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Visitors view an exhibition of Chinese oil paintings showcasing the natural beauty and unique culture of China's northwestern Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region at the China Cultural Center in Suva, Fiji, May 20, 2024. TO GO WITH "Xinjiang-themed Chinese oil paintings on display in Fiji" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINA-XINJIANG-OIL PAINTING EXHIBITION

(240520) -- SUVA, May 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A visitor takes photos at an exhibition of Chinese oil paintings showcasing the natural beauty and unique culture of China's northwestern Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region at the China Cultural Center in Suva, Fiji, May 20, 2024. TO GO WITH "Xinjiang-themed Chinese oil paintings on display in Fiji" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINA-XINJIANG-OIL PAINTING EXHIBITION

(240520) -- SUVA, May 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A visitor takes selfies at an exhibition of Chinese oil paintings showcasing the natural beauty and unique culture of China's northwestern Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region at the China Cultural Center in Suva, Fiji, May 20, 2024. TO GO WITH "Xinjiang-themed Chinese oil paintings on display in Fiji" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINA-XINJIANG-OIL PAINTING EXHIBITION

(240520) -- SUVA, May 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Visitors view an exhibition of Chinese oil paintings showcasing the natural beauty and unique culture of China's northwestern Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region at the China Cultural Center in Suva, Fiji, May 20, 2024. TO GO WITH "Xinjiang-themed Chinese oil paintings on display in Fiji" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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China's agricultural expertise fuels prospects for rice self-sufficiency in Fiji

STORY: China's agricultural expertise fuels prospects for rice self-sufficiency in Fiji SHOOTING TIME: March 13, 2024 DATELINE: March 19, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:06 LOCATION: Suva CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Fijian farmers working with experts of China-Aid Agricultural Development Project in Fiji 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): CHEN HUAZAO, Team leader of China-Aid Agricultural Development Project in Fiji 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): WU MINGKUI, Seed breeding expert of China-Aid Agricultural Development Project in Fiji 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): TEKINI NAKIDAKIDA, Deputy secretary for Agriculture Development, Fijian Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways STORYLINE: Rice has been cultivated for many decades in Fiji, serving as a major source of food for its population. However, the country's rice industry has faced challenges in recent years, marked by a decline in both lands and production, mainly due to traditional farming practices, labor shortage and the impacts of climate change. Fiji produces less tha

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FIJI-NAUSORI-CHINA-AID AGRICULTURAL PROJECT

(240317) -- SUVA, March 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Chinese expert Wu Mingkui (1st L) measures the yield of the crop at a demonstration field of China-Aid Agricultural Development Project on rice planting in Nausori, Fiji, March 13, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: China's agricultural expertise fuels prospects for rice self-sufficiency in Fiji" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-NAUSORI-CHINA-AID AGRICULTURAL PROJECT

(240317) -- SUVA, March 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Chinese expert Chen Huazao (R) checks the rice plants flattened by heavy downpours at a demonstration field of China-Aid Agricultural Development Project on rice planting in Nausori, Fiji, March 13, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: China's agricultural expertise fuels prospects for rice self-sufficiency in Fiji" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-NAUSORI-CHINA-AID AGRICULTURAL PROJECT

(240317) -- SUVA, March 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows rice fields in Nausori, Fiji, March 13, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: China's agricultural expertise fuels prospects for rice self-sufficiency in Fiji" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-NAUSORI-CHINA-AID AGRICULTURAL PROJECT

(240317) -- SUVA, March 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Chinese experts check the status of the crop at a demonstration field of China-Aid Agricultural Development Project on rice planting in Nausori, Fiji, March 13, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: China's agricultural expertise fuels prospects for rice self-sufficiency in Fiji" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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Japan, Pacific islands ministerial meeting

Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa speaks to reporters following a ministerial meeting with Pacific island nations in the Fijian capital Suva on Feb. 12, 2024.

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Japan, Pacific islands ministerial meeting

Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa speaks at a ministerial meeting with Pacific island nations in the Fijian capital Suva on Feb. 12, 2024.

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Japan, Pacific islands ministerial meeting

Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa (L) and Cook Islands foreign and immigration minister Tingika Elikana attend a joint press conference following a ministerial meeting among Japan and Pacific island nations in the Fijian capital Suva on Feb. 12, 2024.

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Japan, Pacific islands ministerial meeting

A ministerial meeting among Japan and Pacific island nations is held in the Fijian capital Suva on Feb. 12, 2024.

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Japan, Pacific islands ministerial meeting

Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa (5th from L in front row) and other participants from Pacific island nations pose for a group photo ahead of a ministerial meeting in the Fijian capital Suva on Feb. 12, 2024.

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Fiji issues Year of Dragon stamps to celebrate Chinese New Year

STORY: Fiji issues Year of Dragon stamps to celebrate Chinese New Year SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 3, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 4, 2024 LENGTH: 00:04:58 LOCATION: Suva CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the stamp launching ceremony 2. SOUNDBITE (English): RATU WILIAME KATONIVERE, Fijian President STORYLINE: A launching ceremony was held at a town near the Fijian capital for the Year of the Dragon stamps on Saturday in celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year, which falls on Feb. 10. Speaking at the ceremony in Nausori, Fijian President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere acknowledged the event as an opportunity to recognize the achievements and contributions of the Chinese community, reflecting the enduring relationship between Fiji and China. SOUNDBITE (English): RATU WILIAME KATONIVERE, Fijian President "Bula! And happy Chinese New Year. It is a pleasure that I take this opportunity to wish you all the compliments of the season for the Year of the Dragon. Stay blessed and enjoy the holidays. Thank you. I think it's a

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FIJI-SUVA-ONE-CHINA PRINCIPLE-COMMITMENT-REITERATION

(240203) -- SUVA, Feb. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Luo Zhaohui (L), head of the China International Development Cooperation Agency, shakes hands with Fijian Acting Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica after signing related cooperation documents in Suva, Fiji, Feb. 2, 2024. Kamikamica said Friday that his country firmly adheres to the one-China principle and is willing to inject new momentum into China-Fiji comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership. TO GO WITH "Fiji reiterates commitment to one-China principle" (Xinhua/Feng Qidi)

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China hands over 2 sports facilities to Fiji

STORY: China hands over 2 sports facilities to Fiji SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 12, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 13, 2024 LENGTH: 00:03:31 LOCATION: Suva CATEGORY: POLITICS/SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the handover ceremony 2. SOUNDBITE (English): ZHOU JIAN, Chinese Ambassador to Fiji 3. various of Fijian prime minister visiting the Aquatic Center 4. various of Fijian prime minister and Chinese ambassador visiting the National Hockey Center 5. Aerial video of the National Hockey Center 6. SOUNDBITE (English): SITIVENI RABUKA, Fijian Prime Minister STORYLINE: A China-aided renovation project of the Suva Multi-Purpose Sports Arena was handed over to Fiji on Friday. The project, covering the Aquatic Center and National Hockey Center in the sports arena, was launched in June 2022 and funded by the Chinese government. While addressing the handover ceremony, Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka highlighted these venues' significance beyond sports, expressing gratitude for China's steadfast support, and anticipating the cont

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINA-AIDED RENOVATION PROJECT-HANDOVER

(240112) -- SUVA, Jan. 12, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A performance is staged during the handover ceremony of a China-aided renovation project of the Suva Multi-Purpose Sports Arena in Suva, Fiji, Jan. 12, 2024. A China-aided renovation project of the Suva Multi-Purpose Sports Arena was handed over to Fiji on Friday. The project, covering the Aquatic Center and National Hockey Center in the sports arena, was launched in June 2022 and funded by the Chinese government. (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINA-AIDED RENOVATION PROJECT-HANDOVER

(240112) -- SUVA, Jan. 12, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka addresses the handover ceremony of a China-aided renovation project of the Suva Multi-Purpose Sports Arena in Suva, Fiji, Jan. 12, 2024. A China-aided renovation project of the Suva Multi-Purpose Sports Arena was handed over to Fiji on Friday. The project, covering the Aquatic Center and National Hockey Center in the sports arena, was launched in June 2022 and funded by the Chinese government. (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINA-AIDED RENOVATION PROJECT-HANDOVER

(240112) -- SUVA, Jan. 12, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Jan. 12, 2024 shows the Aquatic Center in Suva, Fiji. A China-aided renovation project of the Suva Multi-Purpose Sports Arena was handed over to Fiji on Friday. The project, covering the Aquatic Center and National Hockey Center in the sports arena, was launched in June 2022 and funded by the Chinese government. (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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Fijian businesswoman shares her experience in China

STORY: Fijian businesswoman shares her experience in China SHOOTING DATE: Dec. 29, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 30, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:02 LOCATION: Suva CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE (English): KATRIENA WONG, Manager, Dingjin Real Estate Development PTE LTD STORYLINE: SOUNDBITE (English): KATRIENA WONG, Manager, Dingjin Real Estate Development PTE LTD, Fiji "I studied in China from 2013 to 2018. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in law from Hebei University of Economics and Business. China's technological development is very, very fast. Every day there is something new happening in technology. There will be a new feature on your WeChat, on Taobao. And everyday there's a change. One thing that I was very impressed in China is the public transportation services. A bus will come at exactly 11:05. It will tell you it will come at 11:05. It will even tell you when the next three buses will come. And also the metro is very very convenient, very cheap. Also the high-speed railway. They have other options,

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Fijians rally against Japan's dumping of nuke wastewater

STORY: Fijians rally against Japan's dumping of nuke wastewater DATELINE: Aug. 25, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:36 LOCATION: Suva CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of Fijian protesters in Suva 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): LUSIA LAGILEVO, Citizens' Constitutional Forum 3. various of Fijian protesters in Suva 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): LAVETANALAGI SERU, Co-founder of Alliance for Future Generations 5. various of Fijian protesters in Suva 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): NOELENE NABULIVOU, Founder of Diverse Voices and Action for Equality 7. various of Fijian protesters in Suva STORYLINE: Hundreds of Fijian people marched on the streets of Suva on Friday, raising their voices strongly against Japan's dumping of nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the Pacific Ocean. The protesters, led by the Fiji non-government organization Coalition on Human Rights, called for international actions to halt Tokyo's move to protect the ocean and future generations. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): LUSIA LAGILEVO, Citizens' Constitutional Forum

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FIJI-SUVA-JAPAN-NUKE WASTEWATER-PROTEST

(230825) -- SUVA, Aug. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People attend a rally against Japan's dumping of nuke wastewater in Suva, Fiji, Aug. 25, 2023. On Friday, hundreds of Fijian people marched on the streets of Suva, raising their voices strongly against Japan's dumping of nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the Pacific Ocean. TO GO WITH "Feature: "Keep our Pacific nuclear-free!" -- Fijians rally against Japan's dumping of nuke wastewater" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-JAPAN-NUKE WASTEWATER-PROTEST

(230825) -- SUVA, Aug. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People attend a rally against Japan's dumping of nuke wastewater in Suva, Fiji, Aug. 25, 2023. On Friday, hundreds of Fijian people marched on the streets of Suva, raising their voices strongly against Japan's dumping of nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the Pacific Ocean. TO GO WITH "Feature: "Keep our Pacific nuclear-free!" -- Fijians rally against Japan's dumping of nuke wastewater" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-JAPAN-NUKE WASTEWATER-PROTEST

(230825) -- SUVA, Aug. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People attend a rally against Japan's dumping of nuke wastewater in Suva, Fiji, Aug. 25, 2023. On Friday, hundreds of Fijian people marched on the streets of Suva, raising their voices strongly against Japan's dumping of nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the Pacific Ocean. TO GO WITH "Feature: "Keep our Pacific nuclear-free!" -- Fijians rally against Japan's dumping of nuke wastewater" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-JAPAN-NUKE WASTEWATER-PROTEST

(230825) -- SUVA, Aug. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People attend a rally against Japan's dumping of nuke wastewater in Suva, Fiji, Aug. 25, 2023. On Friday, hundreds of Fijian people marched on the streets of Suva, raising their voices strongly against Japan's dumping of nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the Pacific Ocean. TO GO WITH "Feature: "Keep our Pacific nuclear-free!" -- Fijians rally against Japan's dumping of nuke wastewater" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-JAPAN-NUKE WASTEWATER-PROTEST

(230825) -- SUVA, Aug. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People attend a rally against Japan's dumping of nuke wastewater in Suva, Fiji, Aug. 25, 2023. On Friday, hundreds of Fijian people marched on the streets of Suva, raising their voices strongly against Japan's dumping of nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the Pacific Ocean. TO GO WITH "Feature: "Keep our Pacific nuclear-free!" -- Fijians rally against Japan's dumping of nuke wastewater" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINESE GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP-AWARD CEREMONY

(230815) -- SUVA, Aug. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Ambassador to Fiji Zhou Jian (2nd L) poses for a group photo with a Fijian scholarship winner and her parents at the award ceremony of the 2023 Chinese Government Scholarship in Suva, Fiji, Aug. 15, 2023. A total of 19 Fijian students were awarded the 2023 Chinese Government Scholarship on Tuesday by the Chinese Embassy in Fiji. TO GO WITH "19 Fijian students awarded with Chinese gov't scholarship" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINESE GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP-AWARD CEREMONY

(230815) -- SUVA, Aug. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A Fijian scholarship winner speaks at the award ceremony of the 2023 Chinese Government Scholarship in Suva, Fiji, Aug. 15, 2023. A total of 19 Fijian students were awarded the 2023 Chinese Government Scholarship on Tuesday by the Chinese Embassy in Fiji. TO GO WITH "19 Fijian students awarded with Chinese gov't scholarship" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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Japan's planned release of radioactive wastewater into sea "irresponsible": Fijian scholar

STORY: Japan's planned release of radioactive wastewater into sea "irresponsible": Fijian scholar DATELINE: June 24, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:11 LOCATION: Suva CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of protests against Japan's planned release of radioactive wastewater 2. various of the Pacific Ocean 3. SOUNDBITE (English): KALINGA SENEVIRATNE, Consultant with journalism program at USP 4. various of Fiji islands STORYLINE: A Fijian scholar has slammed Japan for planning to dump radioactive wastewater from its crippled Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean. He told Xinhua that Japan should not pollute the sea with nuclear waste, as it will harm the Pacific territories, including the South Pacific Nuclear Free Zone Treaty areas. SOUNDBITE (English): KALINGA SENEVIRATNE, Consultant with journalism program at USP "What Japan is doing what I see is, in the international context, quite an irresponsible thing, because Japan is part of the Western alliance, which always talks about protecting a 'rules-base

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Fijian students demonstrate Chinese language proficiency in competition

STORY: Fijian students demonstrate Chinese language proficiency in competition DATELINE: June 22, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:45 LOCATION: Suva CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of students competing in the Chinese Bridge contest 2. various of students performing 3. various of students being awarded STORYLINE: Fiji held the 16th Chinese Bridge-Chinese Proficiency Competition for foreign secondary school students on Wednesday, with eight students from the Suva-based Yat Sen School participating in the annual event. The competition, with the theme of "Fly High With Chinese", featured talent shows and speeches in Chinese at the auditorium of Yat Sen School, attracting an audience of hundreds of teachers, students and representatives of the local Chinese communities. Samara Hughes, an 11 grader of Yat Sen School, got first place and will compete in the final contest on behalf of Fiji. "I like singing Chinese songs, which inspires my love for learning Chinese," Hughes said, adding that she hopes to ha

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FIJI-SUVA-WORLD OCEANS DAY-CELEBRATION

(230608) -- SUVA, June 8, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Fijian President Wiliame Katonivere (with sunglasses) poses for a photo with children at the World Oceans Day celebration in Suva, Fiji, June 8, 2023. TO GO WITH "Fijian president urges all nations to save oceans, reefs" (Photo by Gao Xin/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-WORLD OCEANS DAY-BEACH CLEANUP

(230607) -- SUVA, June 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students collect trash at a beach in Suva, Fiji, June 7, 2023. Students and staff members from a school in Suva took part in a beach cleanup activity on Wednesday to mark the annual World Oceans Day which falls on June 8. (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-WORLD OCEANS DAY-BEACH CLEANUP

(230607) -- SUVA, June 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students collect trash at a beach in Suva, Fiji, June 7, 2023. Students and staff members from a school in Suva took part in a beach cleanup activity on Wednesday to mark the annual World Oceans Day which falls on June 8. (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-WORLD OCEANS DAY-BEACH CLEANUP

(230607) -- SUVA, June 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students collect trash at a beach in Suva, Fiji, June 7, 2023. Students and staff members from a school in Suva took part in a beach cleanup activity on Wednesday to mark the annual World Oceans Day which falls on June 8. (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-WORLD OCEANS DAY-BEACH CLEANUP

(230607) -- SUVA, June 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students collect trash at a beach in Suva, Fiji, June 7, 2023. Students and staff members from a school in Suva took part in a beach cleanup activity on Wednesday to mark the annual World Oceans Day which falls on June 8. (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-WORLD OCEANS DAY-BEACH CLEANUP

(230607) -- SUVA, June 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students and teachers collect trash at a beach in Suva, Fiji, June 7, 2023. Students and staff members from a school in Suva took part in a beach cleanup activity on Wednesday to mark the annual World Oceans Day which falls on June 8. (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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Fiji hosts Chinese language skills contest for college students

STORY: Fiji hosts Chinese language skills contest for college students DATELINE: May 24, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:05 LOCATION: Suva CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Li Yini, the Chinese director of the Confucius Institute, at the opening ceremony 2. various of the Chinese Ambassador to Fiji Zhou Jian 3. various of Matthew Hayward, Acting Head of School of Pacific Arts, Communication and Education 4. various of students on the talent show and audience 5. various of Lily Teunroko 6. SOUNDBITE (English): LILY TEUNROKO, Student at the University of the South Pacific STORYLINE: The 22nd Chinese Bridge Competition for Fijian college students concluded in the capital city of Suva on Tuesday. A total of 13 students participated in the Chinese proficiency contest, which was held by the Confucius Institute at the University of the South Pacific, and co-organized by the Center for Language Education and Cooperation under China's Ministry of Education and the Chinese Embassy in Fiji. The competition was divided i

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINESE LANGUAGE-CONTEST

(230523) -- SUVA, May 23, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Lily Teunroko from the University of the South Pacific in Suva wins in the final round of the 22nd Chinese Bridge Competition for Fijian college students in Suva, Fiji, May 23, 2023. TO GO WITH "Fiji hosts Chinese language skills contest for college students" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINESE LANGUAGE-CONTEST

(230523) -- SUVA, May 23, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A contestant competes in the 22nd Chinese Bridge Competition for Fijian college students in Suva, Fiji, May 23, 2023. TO GO WITH "Fiji hosts Chinese language skills contest for college students" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINESE LANGUAGE-CONTEST

(230523) -- SUVA, May 23, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A contestant competes in the 22nd Chinese Bridge Competition for Fijian college students in Suva, Fiji, May 23, 2023. TO GO WITH "Fiji hosts Chinese language skills contest for college students" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINESE LANGUAGE-CONTEST

(230523) -- SUVA, May 23, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A contestant competes in the 22nd Chinese Bridge Competition for Fijian college students in Suva, Fiji, May 23, 2023. TO GO WITH "Fiji hosts Chinese language skills contest for college students" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)

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China cultural center hosts salon to promote tea culture in Fiji

STORY: China cultural center hosts salon to promote tea culture in Fiji DATELINE: May 21, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:18 LOCATION: Suva CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. shots of Han Xiaoyan, director of the China Cultural Center in Fiji, at the opening ceremony 2. SOUNDBITE (English): ZHOU JIAN, Chinese Ambassador to Fiji 3. various of traditional tea ceremony and other performances STORYLINE: A tea cultural event was held in Suva, capital of Fiji, on Saturday, enabling the island nation's people to get a taste of Chinese tea and tea culture. The event included a traditional tea ceremony, a tea art performance and other activities like music, paper-cut art and photography exhibition. Entitled "Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon," the event was organized by the China Cultural Center in Fiji, Nanjing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism, as well as Fiji-China Friendship Association. Yaji, literally "gathering of elegance," was a common way for ancient Chinese literati to enjoy a collective cultural life. China

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FIJI-SUVA-CHINESE TEA CULTURE-EVENT

(230520) -- SUVA, May 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People prepare to taste Chinese tea during the "Tea for Harmony Yaji Cultural Salon" in Suva, Fiji, May 20, 2023. A tea cultural event was held in Suva, capital of Fiji, on Saturday, enabling the island nation's people to get a taste of Chinese tea and tea culture. TO GO WITH "China cultural center hosts salon to promote tea culture in Fiji" (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua)