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T?RKIYE-ISTANBUL-INT'L TOURISM ALLIANCE-SILK ROAD CITIES-MEETING

(240629) -- ISTANBUL, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Wei Xiaodong, consul general of China in Istanbul, speaks at a meeting of the International Tourism Alliance of Silk Road Cities in Istanbul, T

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Artists from China's Xinjiang perform in Türkiye's Istanbul

STORY: Artists from China's Xinjiang perform in Türkiye's Istanbul SHOOTING TIME: June 2, 2024 DATELINE: June 3, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:00 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of artists from China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region performing Chinese ethnic music and dance in Istanbul, Türkiye STORYLINE: A troupe of artists from China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region performed ethnic music and dance in Türkiye's largest city of Istanbul on Sunday. The event, organized by the Consulate General of China in Istanbul, took place at a prestigious concert hall on the European side of the city. Wei Xiaodong, consul general of China in Istanbul, addressed the guests and said that China is a multi-ethnic country with 56 ethnic groups "holding together tightly." "Through continuous exchange and integration of various ethnic groups over thousands of years, the Chinese nation has become a big family," Wei noted, adding that the show presented the unique cultures and joyful life

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TÜRKIYE-ISTANBUL-CIIE-PROMOTION EVENT

(240525) -- ISTANBUL, May 25, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Wei Xiaodong, consul general of China in Istanbul, speaks at a promotion event for the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Istanbul, Türkiye, May 24, 2024. The promotion event attracted nearly 100 representatives from government, business, and academia sectors. The 7th CIIE is scheduled to be held in Shanghai from Nov. 5 to Nov. 10. (Photo by Safar Rajabov/Xinhua)

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Promotion event highlights China International Import Expo in Istanbul

STORY: Promotion event highlights China International Import Expo in Istanbul SHOOTING DATE: May 24, 2024 DATELINE: May 25, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:10 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the promotional event STORYLINE: A promotion event for the 7th China International Import Expo took place on Friday in Istanbul, Türkiye's largest city, attracting nearly 100 representatives from government, business, and academia sectors. Addressing the guest, Wei Xiaodong, consul general of China in Istanbul, emphasized that Türkiye, as an important trade partner of China, has forged a profound connection with the expo since its inception in 2018. "Each year, scores of Turkish enterprises eagerly participate in the exhibition in China, showcasing a diverse array of products spanning from home appliances to food and beyond," he noted. "China eagerly anticipates the increased flow of high-quality Turkish goods and services through this platform," he pointed out, noting that the col

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Chinese proficiency competition held in Türkiye's Istanbul

STORY: Chinese proficiency competition held in Türkiye's Istanbul SHOOTING TIME: May 11, 2024 DATELINE: May 12, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:23 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of students showcasing their language skills 2. various of cultural performances 3. various of awarding ceremony 4. various of Guliz Mugan, president of Okan University, speaking 5. various of Wei Xiaodong, Chinese Consul General in Istanbul, speaking STORYLINE: The final round of the 23rd "Chinese Bridge" language competition for college students in Türkiye took place Saturday in Istanbul, the country's largest city. The competition was held at Okan University with the participation of 17 contestants from seven universities across Türkiye. The contestants showcased their language skills and Chinese-related artistic talent through performances like singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Deniz Gumuslu, a student of Okan University's Chinese Translation and Interpreting preparatory class, w

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Chinese, Turkish businesspeople seek more collaboration

STORY: Chinese, Turkish businesspeople seek more collaboration SHOOTING TIME: April 30, 2024 DATELINE: May 1, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:47 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the event STORYLINE: Chinese and Turkish business delegates, along with media representatives, on Tuesday gathered in Istanbul, Türkiye's financial and cultural hub, to explore business opportunities and strengthen collaboration. The event, themed "China, an opportunity," took place at the Turkish branch headquarters of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC). Addressing the gathering, Wei Xiaodong, China's consul general in Istanbul, emphasized the commitment of both nations to forge stronger economic bonds and build a community with a shared future for mankind. "Over 1,300 Chinese companies are doing business here in Türkiye, with a total investment exceeding 3 billion U.S. dollars. At the same time, many Turkish companies have successful stories in China," Wei noted. The consul ge

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TÜRKIYE-ISTANBUL-CHINA-BUSINESS PEOPLE-EVENT

(240430) -- ISTANBUL, April 30, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Wei Xiaodong, China's Consul general in Istanbul, speaks at an event themed "China, an Opportunity" in Istanbul, Türkiye, on April 30, 2024. Chinese and Turkish business delegates, along with media representatives, on Tuesday gathered in Istanbul to explore business opportunities and strengthen collaboration. (Photo by Safar Rajabov/Xinhua)

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#CHINA-XIZANG-BURANG-WILD DONKEYS (CN)

(240329) -- BURANG, March 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A drone photo taken on March 29, 2024 shows Tibetan wild donkeys in Burang County, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. (Photo by Liu Xiaodong/Xinhua)

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#CHINA-XIZANG-BURANG-WILD DONKEYS (CN)

(240329) -- BURANG, March 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tibetan wild donkeys are seen in Burang County, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, March 29, 2024. (Photo by Liu Xiaodong/Xinhua)

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#CHINA-XIZANG-BURANG-WILD DONKEYS (CN)

(240329) -- BURANG, March 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tibetan wild donkeys are seen in Burang County, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, March 29, 2024. (Photo by Liu Xiaodong/Xinhua)

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#CHINA-XIZANG-BURANG-WILD DONKEYS (CN)

(240329) -- BURANG, March 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tibetan wild donkeys are seen in Burang County, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, March 29, 2024. (Photo by Liu Xiaodong/Xinhua)

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#CHINA-XIZANG-BURANG-WILD DONKEYS (CN)

(240329) -- BURANG, March 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A drone photo taken on March 29, 2024 shows Tibetan wild donkeys in Burang County, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. (Photo by Liu Xiaodong/Xinhua)

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#CHINA-XIZANG-BURANG-WILD DONKEYS (CN)

(240329) -- BURANG, March 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tibetan wild donkeys are seen in Burang County, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, March 29, 2024. (Photo by Liu Xiaodong/Xinhua)

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Photovoltaic powered station in N China fosters green development

STORY: Photovoltaic powered station in N China fosters green development SHOOTING TIME: March 21, 2024 DATELINE: March 25, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:55 LOCATION: XIONG'AN, China CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Xiong'an Railway Station 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): LUO XIAODONG, Project manager, State Grid Xiong'an Integrated Energy Services Co., Ltd. 3. various of Xiong'an Railway Station 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): DU XIAOJUN, Head of Xiong'an Railway Station 5. various of Xiong'an STORYLINE: Shaped like a dew on a lotus leaf, Xiong'an Railway Station stands as an architectural marvel to many. The design concept of the station is uniquely in line with the water culture in the region. What's extraordinary is that this station can generate power on its own. The station's roof is more than just a decoration. It is a photovoltaic power station, with 42,000 square meters of photovoltaic panels installed. It can generate 5.8 million kilowatt-hours of power on average annually. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): LUO XIAOD

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(TWO SESSIONS) CHINA-BEIJING-CPPCC-ANNUAL SESSION-THIRD PLENARY MEETING (CN)

(240309) -- BEIJING, March 9, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Wei Xiaodong, a member of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), speaks at the third plenary meeting of the second session of the 14th CPPCC National Committee at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, March 9, 2024. (Xinhua/Jin Liwang)

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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RIO Cocktails Saled at A Shopping Mall in Enshi

ENSHI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024 - RIO cocktails are seen at a shopping mall in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Central China's Hubei province, Feb 28, 2024. On February 27, 2024, Bailun Stock announced that Liu Xiaodong, chairman, legal representative and general manager of the company, was personally placed under investigation on suspicion of bribery.

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TÜRKIYE-ISTANBUL-CHINESE LUNAR NEW YEAR-RECEPTION

(240221) -- ISTANBUL, Feb. 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Wei Xiaodong, China's consul general in Istanbul, speaks at a reception on the occasion of the Chinese Lunar New Year in Istanbul, Türkiye, Feb. 20, 2024. A reception was held on Tuesday evening in Türkiye's largest city, Istanbul, to mark the Chinese Lunar New Year. The Chinese Consulate General hosted the event in the bustling Besiktas district on the European shore of the Bosphorus Strait. Many overseas Chinese and Turkish guests, local officials, and members of diplomatic missions attended the event, which included performances by Chinese singers and dancers and a gala dinner. (Photo by Safar Rajabov/Xinhua)

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Reception held in Istanbul to mark Chinese Lunar New Year

STORY: Reception held in Istanbul to mark Chinese Lunar New Year SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 20, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 21, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:10 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. file of Istanbul city in Türkiye 2. various of the reception organized in Istanbul to mark the Chinese Lunar New Year 3. various of Chinese cuisine introduced to guests at the reception 4. various of Chinese artists performing on stage 5. various of Wei Xiaodong, China's consul general in Istanbul 6. various of Mehmet Zahit Uzun, Deputy head of the Istanbul office of Turkish Foreign Ministry 7. various of Barbaros Buyuksagnak, Head of Istanbul municipal foreign relations department STORYLINE: A reception was held on Tuesday evening in Türkiye's largest city, Istanbul, to mark the Chinese Lunar New Year. The Chinese Consulate General hosted the event in the bustling Besiktas district on the European shore of the Bosphorus Strait. Many overseas Chinese and Turkish guests, local officials, and members of diplomati

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#CHINA-LANTERN FESTIVAL-CELEBRATION (CN)

(240220) -- NINGBO, Feb. 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Feb. 19, 2024 shows actors performing dragon dance in celebration of the upcoming Lantern Festival in Beilun District in Ningbo City, east China's Zhejiang Province. As the Lantern Festival is approaching, traditional dragon dance performances are staged across the country in full festive atmosphere. (Photo by Jiang Xiaodong/Xinhua)

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88 pct of China-aided fishing port in Ghana completed: contractor

STORY: 88 pct of China-aided fishing port in Ghana completed: contractor SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 6, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 7, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:22 LOCATION: Accra CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the China-aided fishing port 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): JIN XIAODONG, General manager of Jamestown Fishing Port Complex project STORYLINE: The Chinese contractor of the China-aided Jamestown Fishing Port Complex in Ghana on Tuesday said that almost 88 percent of the project has been completed with the construction of a new dock, the main part of the fishing port. Jin Xiaodong, general manager of the fishing port project, told Xinhua that the newly constructed dock stands ready to be fully operated once the fishing port is completed. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): JIN XIAODONG, General manager of Jamestown Fishing Port Complex project "Thanks to all people's hard work, we have completed the construction of the dock, signifying that 88 percent of the project has been completed. The port project is expected to be hande

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Chinese embassy in South Africa hosts 2024 Chinese New Year gala

STORY: Chinese embassy in South Africa hosts 2024 Chinese New Year gala SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 29, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 1, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:49 LOCATION: Pretoria CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the gala 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): CHEN XIAODONG, Chinese Ambassador to South Africa 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): PATRICIA DE LILLE, Minister of tourism of South Africa STORYLINE: Chinese Embassy in South Africa on Monday hosted a gala event to welcome the Year of the Dragon. South African government officials, led by Minister of Tourism of South Africa Patricia de Lille and South African Ambassador to China Siyabonga Cwele, attended the event. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): CHEN XIAODONG, Chinese Ambassador to South Africa "I would like to take this opportunity to wish that China-South Africa relations will reach a new level and will bear fruit in the Year of the Dragon. And I wish the two countries prosperity and the two people happiness." SOUNDBITE 2 (English): PATRICIA DE LILLE, Minister of tourism of South Afri

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Chinese embassy contributes to public welfare project in South Africa

STORY: Chinese embassy contributes to public welfare project in South Africa SHOOTING DATE: Dec. 20, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 22, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:09 LOCATION: JOHANNESBURG, South Africa CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the donation venue 2. various of South Africa's Minister of Social Development Lindiwe Zulu and Chinese Ambassador to South Africa Chen Xiaodong at the donation site 3. various of the donation ceremony 4. SOUNDBITE (English): LINDIWE ZULU, Minister of Social Development, South Africa STORYLINE: The Chinese embassy to South Africa, in collaboration with the South African Department of Social Development, has initiated a project to address the challenges facing South Africa, such as poverty, poor sanitation and high unemployment rates. Under the project, a batch of food aid was distributed to 996 families suffering from extreme poverty in Kgomo Kgomo village in the North West province. SOUNDBITE (English): LINDIWE ZULU, Minister of Social Development, South Africa "We are here becaus

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Türkiye's innovation fair concludes in Istanbul

STORY: Türkiye's innovation fair concludes in Istanbul SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 23, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 26, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:01 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the innovation fair 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): WEI XIAODONG, Consul general of China in Istanbul 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Turkish): IBRAHIM SINAN AK, Head of Zorlu Energy STORYLINE: Türkiye's innovation fair concluded on Saturday in Istanbul, showcasing numerous projects, inspiring ideas, and innovative products to bring solutions to large-scale problems. Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, Türkiye Innovation Week (TIW) brought together many young entrepreneurs, the business community, and technology leaders from around the world. Mustafa Gultepe, head of the Turkish Exporters' Assembly (TIM), said TIW aims to make innovation a way of life, especially for young people. Climate change, renewable energy, cybersecurity, and space exploration were among the most influential topics at the week's conferences

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Chinese consulate general in Istanbul celebrates 74th founding anniversary of PRC

STORY: Chinese consulate general in Istanbul celebrates 74th founding anniversary of PRC DATELINE: Sept. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:00 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Istanbul city in Türkiye 2. various of the event 3. various of Wei Xiaodong, consul general of China in Istanbul 4. various of Mustafa Osman Turan, foreign relations advisor to the mayor of Istanbul 5. various of performance STORYLINE: A grand reception was held on Friday evening in Türkiye's largest city Istanbul to mark the 74th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC). Many overseas Chinese and Turkish guests as well as members of diplomatic missions attended the event, hosted by the Chinese Consulate General in Istanbul, which included live performances by Chinese singers and dancers and a gala dinner. Wei Xiaodong, consul general of China in Istanbul, addressed the guests that for the past 74 years, the Communist Party of China had led China's modernization, achieving rapid

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TÜRKIYE-ISTANBUL-RECEPTION-74TH FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY-PRC

(230923) -- ISTANBUL, Sept. 23, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Wei Xiaodong, consul general of China in Istanbul, delivers a speech at the grand reception to mark the 74th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC) in Istanbul, Türkiye, Sept. 22, 2023. TO GO WITH "Chinese consulate general in Istanbul celebrates 74th founding anniversary of PRC" (Photo by Omer Kuscu/Xinhua)

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(SP)CHINA-ZHEJIANG-JINHUA-ASIAN GAMES-TORCH RELAY (CN)

(230917) -- JINHUA, Sept. 17, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Torch bearers Qian Chun (R) and Shi Xiaodong pose during the torch relay of the 19th Asian Games in Jinhua, east China's Zhejiang Province, Sept. 17, 2023. (Xinhua/Sun Fei)

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Promotion event for China's Canton Fair held in Türkiye's Istanbul

STORY: Promotion event for China's Canton Fair held in Türkiye's Istanbul DATELINE: Sept. 12, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:59 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the promotion event of the 134th Canton Fair in Istanbul, Türkiye STORYLINE: Turkish business leaders in Istanbul were introduced to the upcoming China Import and Export Fair, commonly known as the Canton Fair, during an event on Monday. The gathering, organized by the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (ITO), was attended by Chu Shijia, director general of the China Foreign Trade Center, and Wei Xiaodong, China's consul general in Istanbul. Chu, who leads the governmental body that is responsible for holding and promoting the Canton Fair, said the fair is one of the most important trade events in China and has attracted a global audience throughout the years. Chu also highlighted this year's fair will focus on green-low carbon, smart, and innovative products. For his part, the Chinese consul general emphasized the fair's hist

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TÜRKIYE-ISTANBUL-UPCOMING CANTON FAIR-PROMOTION

(230912) -- ISTANBUL, Sept. 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Wei Xiaodong, China's consul general in Istanbul, speaks at the promotion of the upcoming 134th Canton Fair, in Istanbul, Türkiye, Sept. 11, 2023. Turkish business leaders in Istanbul were introduced to the upcoming China Import and Export Fair, commonly known as the Canton Fair, during an event on Monday. (Photo by Omer Kuscu/Xinhua)

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China's Consulate-General in Istanbul facilitates visa application procedures

STORY: China's Consulate-General in Istanbul facilitates visa application procedures DATELINE: Sept. 8, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:25 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: POLITICS/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Istanbul city in Türkiye 2. various of Promotional meeting to facilitate China visa application procedures in Istanbul, Türkiye 3. various of Wei Xiaodong, China's consul general in Istanbul 4. various of Davut Gunaydin, vice president of the Turkish Travel Agencies Association 5. various of Promotional meeting to facilitate China visa application procedures in Istanbul, Türkiye STORYLINE: The Consulate-General of China in Istanbul has taken concrete steps to facilitate visa application procedures, China's consul general in Istanbul Wei Xiaodong said on Thursday. Among the measures, the Chinese Visa Application Service Center has increased daily visa appointment quotas and extended the daily appointment hours, he said during a meeting with representatives from Turkish travel agencies and other associatio

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China-Rwanda vocational education cooperation nurturing talents

STORY: China-Rwanda vocational education cooperation nurturing talents DATELINE: Aug. 31, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:42 LOCATION: GUANGZHOU, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the vocational education school 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): YANG XIAODONG, Vice president of Shunde Polytechnic 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): CHEN YANWU, Dean of School of Light Chemical Industry and Materials Engineering, Shunde Polytechnic 4. various of the vocational education school 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): FELIX, Rwandan employee of GuangDong CHINESTAR STORYLINE: Chinese vocational education has not only benefited Chinese companies' overseas development, but also helped with talent cultivation in other countries. In 2019, Shunde Polytechnic, a vocational school located in south China's Guangdong Province signed an agreement with a local company, GuangDong CHINESTAR Steel Structure Co., Ltd. to train its employees in Rwanda. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): YANG XIAODONG, Vice president of Shunde Polytechnic "Because GuangDong CHINESTAR

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Türkiye, China pledge to boost cooperation in tourism

STORY: Türkiye, China pledge to boost cooperation in tourism DATELINE: Aug. 21, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:50 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Istanbul city in Türkiye 2. various of the Shangri-La Hotel in Istanbul, Türkiye 3. various of meeting 4. various of Elif Balci Fisunoglu, vice general manager of the Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency 5. various of Wei Xiaodong, China's Consul General in Istanbul 6. various of meeting in Istanbul, Türkiye 7. various of Chinese tourist group in Istanbul STORYLINE: Turkish and Chinese officials recently vowed to strengthen cooperation in the tourism sector. "China is one of our priority markets, and we look forward to working together to develop our existing relationship further," Elif Balci Fisunoglu, vice general manager of the Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency, told a tourism promotion meeting in the largest Turkish city of Istanbul on Aug. 17. Fisunoglu said the number of Chinese tourists to Türkiye surp