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Local Market - DRC

Vendors sell goods in Uvira, a city in South Kivu Province in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), on Dec. 15, 2025. In Uvira, a strategic city in eastern DRC, streets are being swept, shops are cautiously reopening, and residents are stepping back into public spaces as daily life begins to move again. (Photo by Zanem Nety Zaidi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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Local Market - DRC

People transport goods by bike in Uvira, a city in South Kivu Province in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), on Dec. 15, 2025. In Uvira, a strategic city in eastern DRC, streets are being swept, shops are cautiously reopening, and residents are stepping back into public spaces as daily life begins to move again. (Photo by Zanem Nety Zaidi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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Local Market - DRC

Vendors sell goods in Uvira, a city in South Kivu Province in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), on Dec. 15, 2025. In Uvira, a strategic city in eastern DRC, streets are being swept, shops are cautiously reopening, and residents are stepping back into public spaces as daily life begins to move again. (Photo by Zanem Nety Zaidi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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Local Market - DRC

A vendor sells goods in Uvira, a city in South Kivu Province in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), on Dec. 15, 2025. In Uvira, a strategic city in eastern DRC, streets are being swept, shops are cautiously reopening, and residents are stepping back into public spaces as daily life begins to move again. (Photo by Zanem Nety Zaidi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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Monsoon Floods Force Evacuations in Prayagraj - India

Flood-affected residents of a low-lying area move their belongings to a safer place on the banks of the river Ganges following heavy monsoon rains in Prayagraj, India, on August 1, 2025. Seasonal downpours have caused the river to swell beyond its banks, inundating homes and disrupting daily life in several neighborhoods. Families wade through knee-deep water carrying essential items, while others transport household goods using makeshift rafts or carts. The annual monsoon, though vital for agriculture, often brings displacement and damage in flood-prone regions, exposing gaps in infrastructure and emergency preparedness. In Prayagraj, residents of informal settlements and riverside areas face particular vulnerability as rising waters threaten homes and livelihoods. Local authorities issue alerts as water levels continue to rise, prompting precautionary evacuations along low-lying zones near the Ganges. Photo by Sanjay Kanojia/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Monsoon Floods Force Evacuations in Prayagraj - India

Flood-affected residents of a low-lying area move their belongings to a safer place on the banks of the river Ganges following heavy monsoon rains in Prayagraj, India, on August 1, 2025. Seasonal downpours have caused the river to swell beyond its banks, inundating homes and disrupting daily life in several neighborhoods. Families wade through knee-deep water carrying essential items, while others transport household goods using makeshift rafts or carts. The annual monsoon, though vital for agriculture, often brings displacement and damage in flood-prone regions, exposing gaps in infrastructure and emergency preparedness. In Prayagraj, residents of informal settlements and riverside areas face particular vulnerability as rising waters threaten homes and livelihoods. Local authorities issue alerts as water levels continue to rise, prompting precautionary evacuations along low-lying zones near the Ganges. Photo by Sanjay Kanojia/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Monsoon Floods Force Evacuations in Prayagraj - India

Flood-affected residents of a low-lying area move their belongings to a safer place on the banks of the river Ganges following heavy monsoon rains in Prayagraj, India, on August 1, 2025. Seasonal downpours have caused the river to swell beyond its banks, inundating homes and disrupting daily life in several neighborhoods. Families wade through knee-deep water carrying essential items, while others transport household goods using makeshift rafts or carts. The annual monsoon, though vital for agriculture, often brings displacement and damage in flood-prone regions, exposing gaps in infrastructure and emergency preparedness. In Prayagraj, residents of informal settlements and riverside areas face particular vulnerability as rising waters threaten homes and livelihoods. Local authorities issue alerts as water levels continue to rise, prompting precautionary evacuations along low-lying zones near the Ganges. Photo by Sanjay Kanojia/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Monsoon Floods Force Evacuations in Prayagraj - India

Flood-affected residents of a low-lying area move their belongings to a safer place on the banks of the river Ganges following heavy monsoon rains in Prayagraj, India, on August 1, 2025. Seasonal downpours have caused the river to swell beyond its banks, inundating homes and disrupting daily life in several neighborhoods. Families wade through knee-deep water carrying essential items, while others transport household goods using makeshift rafts or carts. The annual monsoon, though vital for agriculture, often brings displacement and damage in flood-prone regions, exposing gaps in infrastructure and emergency preparedness. In Prayagraj, residents of informal settlements and riverside areas face particular vulnerability as rising waters threaten homes and livelihoods. Local authorities issue alerts as water levels continue to rise, prompting precautionary evacuations along low-lying zones near the Ganges. Photo by Sanjay Kanojia/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Monsoon Floods Force Evacuations in Prayagraj - India

Flood-affected residents of a low-lying area move their belongings to a safer place on the banks of the river Ganges following heavy monsoon rains in Prayagraj, India, on August 1, 2025. Seasonal downpours have caused the river to swell beyond its banks, inundating homes and disrupting daily life in several neighborhoods. Families wade through knee-deep water carrying essential items, while others transport household goods using makeshift rafts or carts. The annual monsoon, though vital for agriculture, often brings displacement and damage in flood-prone regions, exposing gaps in infrastructure and emergency preparedness. In Prayagraj, residents of informal settlements and riverside areas face particular vulnerability as rising waters threaten homes and livelihoods. Local authorities issue alerts as water levels continue to rise, prompting precautionary evacuations along low-lying zones near the Ganges. Photo by Sanjay Kanojia/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Monsoon Floods Force Evacuations in Prayagraj - India

Flood-affected residents of a low-lying area move their belongings to a safer place on the banks of the river Ganges following heavy monsoon rains in Prayagraj, India, on August 1, 2025. Seasonal downpours have caused the river to swell beyond its banks, inundating homes and disrupting daily life in several neighborhoods. Families wade through knee-deep water carrying essential items, while others transport household goods using makeshift rafts or carts. The annual monsoon, though vital for agriculture, often brings displacement and damage in flood-prone regions, exposing gaps in infrastructure and emergency preparedness. In Prayagraj, residents of informal settlements and riverside areas face particular vulnerability as rising waters threaten homes and livelihoods. Local authorities issue alerts as water levels continue to rise, prompting precautionary evacuations along low-lying zones near the Ganges. Photo by Sanjay Kanojia/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Monsoon Floods Force Evacuations in Prayagraj - India

Flood-affected residents of a low-lying area move their belongings to a safer place on the banks of the river Ganges following heavy monsoon rains in Prayagraj, India, on August 1, 2025. Seasonal downpours have caused the river to swell beyond its banks, inundating homes and disrupting daily life in several neighborhoods. Families wade through knee-deep water carrying essential items, while others transport household goods using makeshift rafts or carts. The annual monsoon, though vital for agriculture, often brings displacement and damage in flood-prone regions, exposing gaps in infrastructure and emergency preparedness. In Prayagraj, residents of informal settlements and riverside areas face particular vulnerability as rising waters threaten homes and livelihoods. Local authorities issue alerts as water levels continue to rise, prompting precautionary evacuations along low-lying zones near the Ganges. Photo by Sanjay Kanojia/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Monsoon Floods Force Evacuations in Prayagraj - India

Flood-affected residents of a low-lying area move their belongings to a safer place on the banks of the river Ganges following heavy monsoon rains in Prayagraj, India, on August 1, 2025. Seasonal downpours have caused the river to swell beyond its banks, inundating homes and disrupting daily life in several neighborhoods. Families wade through knee-deep water carrying essential items, while others transport household goods using makeshift rafts or carts. The annual monsoon, though vital for agriculture, often brings displacement and damage in flood-prone regions, exposing gaps in infrastructure and emergency preparedness. In Prayagraj, residents of informal settlements and riverside areas face particular vulnerability as rising waters threaten homes and livelihoods. Local authorities issue alerts as water levels continue to rise, prompting precautionary evacuations along low-lying zones near the Ganges. Photo by Sanjay Kanojia/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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PÃ¤rnu market

PÃ¤rnu, 18.06.2025. PÃ¤rnu market is a popular spot for both locals and visitors to find fresh produce, local delicacies, and a variety of other goods.. Photo: Mailiis Ollino/PÃ¤rnu PM

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PÃ¤rnu market

PÃ¤rnu, 18.06.2025. PÃ¤rnu market is a popular spot for both locals and visitors to find fresh produce, local delicacies, and a variety of other goods.. Photo: Mailiis Ollino/PÃ¤rnu PM

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PÃ¤rnu market

PÃ¤rnu, 18.06.2025. PÃ¤rnu market is a popular spot for both locals and visitors to find fresh produce, local delicacies, and a variety of other goods.. Photo: Mailiis Ollino/PÃ¤rnu PM

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PÃ¤rnu market

PÃ¤rnu, 18.06.2025. PÃ¤rnu market is a popular spot for both locals and visitors to find fresh produce, local delicacies, and a variety of other goods.. Photo: Mailiis Ollino/PÃ¤rnu PM

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PÃ¤rnu market

PÃ¤rnu, 18.06.2025. PÃ¤rnu market is a popular spot for both locals and visitors to find fresh produce, local delicacies, and a variety of other goods.. Photo: Mailiis Ollino/PÃ¤rnu PM

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Death Toll in Iranian Port Explosion Rises to 70 - Iran

Charred goods and metal debris are piled across the port grounds in Bandar Abbas, Iran, on April 28, 2025. The blast, believed to have originated from hazardous chemicals, killed at least 70 people and injured over 1,200, according to local sources. Photo by Rahim/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Foreign Tourists Visit Afghanistan

A shop in Herat, Afghanistan, on May 17, 2024, showcases local handicrafts and goods. Herat, the third-largest city in Afghanistan, is an oasis in the fertile Hari River valley, south of the Paropamisus Mountains. As the capital of Herat Province, it had an estimated population of 574,276 in 2020 and serves as a key cultural and historical center in western Afghanistan. Photo by Mustafa Noori/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Foreign Tourists Visit Afghanistan

A shop in Herat, Afghanistan, on May 17, 2024, showcases local handicrafts and goods. Herat, the third-largest city in Afghanistan, is an oasis in the fertile Hari River valley, south of the Paropamisus Mountains. As the capital of Herat Province, it had an estimated population of 574,276 in 2020 and serves as a key cultural and historical center in western Afghanistan. Photo by Mustafa Noori/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shizuoka Pref. launches tourist campaign amid COVID pandemic

Photo taken on Dec. 16, 2020, shows panels featuring characters from popular Japanese anime Yuru Camp, literally translated as "laid-back camp," beside rental car counters at Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport in the central Japan prefecture of Shizuoka. Local authorities launched a campaign earlier in the month offering camping and outdoor goods on a rental basis for rental car users planning to visit camping sites in Shizuoka Prefecture, in response to dwindling tourist numbers amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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JORDAN-AMMAN-DAILY LIFE-MARKET

(240720) -- AMMAN, July 20, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Musicians perform at Souq Jara in Amman, Jordan, July 19, 2024. Souq Jara is a popular open-air seasonal market taking place on Fridays, noted for its lively atmosphere. Local artisans, craftsmen, and vendors gather here to sell a variety of goods such as traditional crafts, clothing, jewelry, artwork, souvenirs, and local food. It's also a cultural hotspot with music performances, exhibitions, and workshops, therefore a vibrant destination for both locals and tourists looking to experience Jordanian culture in a traditional setting. (Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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JORDAN-AMMAN-DAILY LIFE-MARKET

(240720) -- AMMAN, July 20, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A vendor waits for customers at Souq Jara in Amman, Jordan, July 19, 2024. Souq Jara is a popular open-air seasonal market taking place on Fridays, noted for its lively atmosphere. Local artisans, craftsmen, and vendors gather here to sell a variety of goods such as traditional crafts, clothing, jewelry, artwork, souvenirs, and local food. It's also a cultural hotspot with music performances, exhibitions, and workshops, therefore a vibrant destination for both locals and tourists looking to experience Jordanian culture in a traditional setting. (Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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JORDAN-AMMAN-DAILY LIFE-MARKET

(240720) -- AMMAN, July 20, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A vendor waits for customers at Souq Jara in Amman, Jordan, July 19, 2024. Souq Jara is a popular open-air seasonal market taking place on Fridays, noted for its lively atmosphere. Local artisans, craftsmen, and vendors gather here to sell a variety of goods such as traditional crafts, clothing, jewelry, artwork, souvenirs, and local food. It's also a cultural hotspot with music performances, exhibitions, and workshops, therefore a vibrant destination for both locals and tourists looking to experience Jordanian culture in a traditional setting. (Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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JORDAN-AMMAN-DAILY LIFE-MARKET

(240720) -- AMMAN, July 20, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- People visit Souq Jara in Amman, Jordan, July 19, 2024. Souq Jara is a popular open-air seasonal market taking place on Fridays, noted for its lively atmosphere. Local artisans, craftsmen, and vendors gather here to sell a variety of goods such as traditional crafts, clothing, jewelry, artwork, souvenirs, and local food. It's also a cultural hotspot with music performances, exhibitions, and workshops, therefore a vibrant destination for both locals and tourists looking to experience Jordanian culture in a traditional setting. (Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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JORDAN-AMMAN-DAILY LIFE-MARKET

(240720) -- AMMAN, July 20, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A vendor waits for customers at Souq Jara in Amman, Jordan, July 19, 2024. Souq Jara is a popular open-air seasonal market taking place on Fridays, noted for its lively atmosphere. Local artisans, craftsmen, and vendors gather here to sell a variety of goods such as traditional crafts, clothing, jewelry, artwork, souvenirs, and local food. It's also a cultural hotspot with music performances, exhibitions, and workshops, therefore a vibrant destination for both locals and tourists looking to experience Jordanian culture in a traditional setting. (Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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JORDAN-AMMAN-DAILY LIFE-MARKET

(240720) -- AMMAN, July 20, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A vendor waits for customers at Souq Jara in Amman, Jordan, July 19, 2024. Souq Jara is a popular open-air seasonal market taking place on Fridays, noted for its lively atmosphere. Local artisans, craftsmen, and vendors gather here to sell a variety of goods such as traditional crafts, clothing, jewelry, artwork, souvenirs, and local food. It's also a cultural hotspot with music performances, exhibitions, and workshops, therefore a vibrant destination for both locals and tourists looking to experience Jordanian culture in a traditional setting. (Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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(SP)CHINA-XINJIANG-AKTO-MOUNTAINEERING (CN)

(240709) -- AKTO, July 9, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- After successfully completing the transportation of goods at the C1 Campsite, situated at an altitude of approximately 5,670 meters on Muztagh Ata, Taxibayi Janibaiki descends in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 5, 2024. The Muztagh Ata, located at the Pamir Plateau at an altitude of over 7,500 meters in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, is an attraction to mountaineering enthusiasts from around the world. During the climbing season, people gather in Subax Village, Akto County, at the foot of the Muztagh Ata for mountaineering. As for those local people who are familiar with the terrain and climate here, participating in international mountaineering sports can increase their income and improve their livelihoods. At the same time, through mountaineering, they also gain a deeper understanding of the outside world. Like many other young people in the village, 23-year-old Taxibayi Janibaiki works as a porte

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(SP)CHINA-XINJIANG-AKTO-MOUNTAINEERING (CN)

(240709) -- AKTO, July 9, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- As the mountaineering team is about to depart, Li Yuan (L), the leader of the Xinjiang Mountaineering Association's Muztagh Ata expedition, gives instructions to Taxibayi Janibaiki regarding the placement of transported goods at the campsite and other safety matters in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 4, 2024. The Muztagh Ata, located at the Pamir Plateau at an altitude of over 7,500 meters in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, is an attraction to mountaineering enthusiasts from around the world. During the climbing season, people gather in Subax Village, Akto County, at the foot of the Muztagh Ata for mountaineering. As for those local people who are familiar with the terrain and climate here, participating in international mountaineering sports can increase their income and improve their livelihoods. At the same time, through mountaineering, they also gain a deeper understanding of the outside world. L

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China-funded road boosts development in Cambodian capital

STORY: China-funded road boosts development in Cambodian capital SHOOTING TIME: June 4, 2024 DATELINE: June 6, 2024 LENGTH: 00:04:48 LOCATION: Phnom Penh CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. aerial shots of the ring road 2. various of vehicles on the road 3. various of shops along the road 4. SOUNDBITE 1 (Khmer): NGUON VANNARA, Cafe owner 5. various of shops along the road 6. SOUNDBITE 2 (Khmer): SIM CHANNY, Grocer 7. various of shops along the road 8. SOUNDBITE 3 (Khmer): SIM CHANNY, Grocer 9. SOUNDBITE 4 (Khmer): KHOM SOKHE, Motorcycle mechanic STORYLINE: Stretching from Highway 1 to Highway 4, the China-funded third ring road has transformed the once-tranquil southern part of Phnom Penh, capital of Cambodia, into a bustling suburban area. The 53-km road opened to the public in August last year. It has not only facilitated travel and transportation of goods but also importantly contributed to improving the livelihoods of local residents. Nguon Vannara, 45, was formerly a farmer. After the road was built, she

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COFCO's sustainable soybean shipment arrives at Tianjin Port in N China

STORY: COFCO's sustainable soybean shipment arrives at Tianjin Port in N China SHOOTING TIME: May 31, 2024 DATELINE: June 2, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:15 LOCATION: TIANJIN, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the cargo ship STORYLINE: A cargo ship transporting "deforestation-free" soybeans, imported by China's COFCO Group, docked at Tianjin Port on Friday following a month-long voyage from Brazil. These soybeans will then be processed at a local food plant before being delivered to the end customer. The contract, inked in 2023, includes a distinct "deforestation- and conversion-free (DCF)" provision, ensuring that the production of goods does not cause a change to natural ecosystems. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Tianjin, China. (XHTV)

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Namibian city market bolsters local product commerce

STORY: Namibian city market bolsters local product commerce SHOOTING TIME: April 14, 2024 DATELINE: April 15, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:44 LOCATION: Windhoek CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Village Sunday Market in Windhoek 2. SOUNDBITE (English): ALAIN SEHA, Founder of Village Sunday Market 3. various of the Village Sunday Market in Windhoek STORYLINE: The Village Sunday Market in Windhoek, Namibia's capital, is creating a trade space for local vendors to thrive and boost their businesses. The market offers a variety of local products, such as cosmetics, arts, health products, food, fashion, home decor, and music. Alain Seha from the agricultural training firm Urban Eden established the market in 2022. SOUNDBITE (English): ALAIN SEHA, Founder of Village Sunday Market "It all started during the pandemic. What actually happened was that a lot of the shops were closed, and the markets were also falling apart, which was quite horrible. A lot of people moved to the road, trying to sell goods, tryi

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China's Qingdao launches new freight train to Moscow

STORY: China's Qingdao launches new freight train to Moscow SHOOTING TIME: April 2, 2024 DATELINE: April 3, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:28 LOCATION: JINAN, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the freight train's departure STORYLINE: A new freight train departed from China-Shanghai Cooperation Organization. Local Economic and Trade Cooperation Demonstration Area (SCODA) in China's Qingdao for the Russian capital Moscow on Tuesday. The train carried refrigerators, washing machines and other goods. It's the first China-Europe freight train departing from the SCODA in Qingdao to Moscow via the northern Chinese railway port of Tongjiang. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): SU JITONG, Manager of operations department, SCODA "With the advantages of safe and highly efficient transportation, the China-Europe freight train can effectively help reduce our logistics costs, while enhancing the international competitiveness of exported goods." Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Jinan, China. (XHTV)

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Imports via south China border gate hit high in Jan-Feb

STORY: Imports via south China border gate hit high in Jan-Feb SHOOTING TIME: March 19, 2024 DATELINE: March 26, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:16 LOCATION: NANNING, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the port 2. various of the imports 3. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): LI QIANCHANG, Employee of Guangxi Oheng Import and Export Co., Ltd. 4. various of the port STORYLINE: The Youyiguan border gate in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region saw a significant increase in trade with ASEAN countries in the first two months of 2024, according to local customs. The total imports and exports with ASEAN countries via the Youyiguan border gate in January and February reached 65.6 billion yuan (about 9.1 billion U.S. dollars), up 25.8 percent year-on-year, accounting for 99 percent of the port's total. Among the goods, agricultural imports from ASEAN countries amounted to 1.54 billion yuan (about 214 million U.S. dollars), making up 6.7 percent of the total imports from ASEAN countries. Notably, fresh durian import

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240314) -- BEIJING, March 14, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A drone photo shows a cargo ship docking at Qingdao Port in east China's Shandong Province, March 13, 2024. The total import and export of goods in Qingdao grew 5.4 percent year on year to 125.8 billion yuan (about 17.49 billion U.S. dollars) in the first two months of 2024, according to the local customs administration. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

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CHINA-QINGDAO-ECONOMY-FOREIGN TRADE (CN)

(240313) -- QINGDAO, March 13, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A drone photo shows a view of Qingdao Port in east China's Shandong Province, March 13, 2024. The total import and export of goods in Qingdao grew 5.4 percent year on year to 125.8 billion yuan (about 17.49 billion U.S. dollars) in the first two months of 2024, according to the local customs administration. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

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CHINA-QINGDAO-ECONOMY-FOREIGN TRADE (CN)

(240313) -- QINGDAO, March 13, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Trucks transport containers at Qingdao Port in east China's Shandong Province, March 13, 2024. The total import and export of goods in Qingdao grew 5.4 percent year on year to 125.8 billion yuan (about 17.49 billion U.S. dollars) in the first two months of 2024, according to the local customs administration. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

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CHINA-QINGDAO-ECONOMY-FOREIGN TRADE (CN)

(240313) -- QINGDAO, March 13, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A drone photo shows a cargo ship docking at Qingdao Port in east China's Shandong Province, March 13, 2024. The total import and export of goods in Qingdao grew 5.4 percent year on year to 125.8 billion yuan (about 17.49 billion U.S. dollars) in the first two months of 2024, according to the local customs administration. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

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North China land port sees growing freight throughput

STORY: North China land port sees growing freight throughput SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 4, 2024 DATELINE: March 8, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:32 LOCATION: ERENHOT, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the land port STORYLINE: The land port of Erenhot, the largest one on the China-Mongolia border, has seen flourishing freight throughput in the first two months of 2024. According to the local commerce bureau, in the first two months of this year, the freight volume of imported and exported goods at the Erenhot Port reached 3.171 million tonnes, an increase of 7.7% year-on-year. Among them, the railway freight volume totaled 2.792 million tonnes, marking a 0.8% year-on-year increase, while the highway import and export freight volume amounted to 379,000 tonnes, reflecting a 118.5% year-on-year surge. Erenhot port has simplified its procedures and improved the efficiency of customs clearance for both imported and exported goods. It has also actively promoted the pilot construction of a smart port, improved its

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