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China: Veteran Rescues Driver from Sinking Car in Jiangsu 2

On October 14, 2025, in Taizhou, Jiangsu, a retired soldier jumped into a river and smashed a car window with a brick to save a trapped driver, pulling them to safety as bystanders watched.

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Nigeria: Police Use Tear Gas on Protesters Demanding Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

Nigerian police fired tear gas to disperse demonstrators who gathered in the capital, Abuja, on Monday, October 20, demanding the release of separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu. The #FreeNnamdiKanu protests oppose the continued detention of Kanu, who remains in custody since 2021 on terrorism charges.

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China: Tourists and Locals Rescue Yaks from Mud Pit in Qinghai

In Qinghai, China, tourists and locals joined forces with an excavator operator to rescue four yaks stuck in deep mud on September 30, 2025. After spotting the trapped animals, the tourists alerted a herdsman and enlisted help from a nearby construction site. Working for nearly an hour, they freed all four yaks safely. The herdsman said the rescue prevented losses of over RMB 40,000.

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US: Gold Fire Spurs Evacuation Order Near Big Bear, California

The Gold Fire, a brush fire in the San Bernardino County area of Holcomb Valley near Big Bear, erupted Monday morning, August 4. No structures have been threatened, but evacuation order was in effect for the Holcomb Campground as firefighters continued to battle the blaze.

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US: Severe Weather Brings Heavy Rain, Causing Flash Flooding in Iowa 2

Severe weather swept through Iowa on Friday, July 11, bringing the threat of tornadoes and flash flooding to the area. At Iowa Speedway in Newton, the IndyCar practice session was suspended due to a tornado warning. This video shows flooded roads in Davenport.

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US: Strong Winds, Heavy Rain Lash Philadelphia Region 2

Severe thunderstorms moved across Pennsylvania on Monday, June 30, bringing heavy rains and strong winds to affected areas, including the Philadelphia region, and prompting flash flood warnings.

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Australia: Record Flooding Batters Northern NSW After Heavy Rainfall 7

Flooding has battered cities and towns across the Mid-North Coast and the Hunter Region in northern New South Wales, leaving many residents stranded or forced to evacuate after days of heavy rainfall. In the city of Taree, the Manning River surpassed its 1929 record of six meters and was still rising as of Wednesday morning, May 21. Authorities have issued 13 emergency-level alerts. This video shows a man trying to save his mowers from the flooding.

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US: Greer Fire in Eastern Arizona Prompts Evacuations, Road Closures

A wildfire raged in Greer, Eastern Arizona, on Tuesday, May 13, burning over 3,600 acres. The fire prompted evacuations and road closures and reportedly destroyed multiple structures.

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Indonesia: Overflowing Ciliwung River Causes Widespread Flooding In Jakarta

The Ciliwung River overflowed due to heavy rainfall, triggering flash floods in South and East Jakarta on Monday, March 3. Residents in Kampung Melayu Village, East Jakarta, were evacuated as floodwaters rose.

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US: Pileup Closes Interstate 70 In Southern Illinois

A multiple-car pileup occurred on Interstate 70 near Greenup, Illinois, on Sunday, January 5, forcing the closure of the highway in both directions.

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US: 2 Dead, 19 Injured In Small Plane Crash Near Fullerton Airport

Two people were killed, and 19 others were injured following a small plane crash near Fullerton Airport in Orange County on Thursday, January 2.

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UK: Storm Bert Triggers Severe Flooding Across England And Wales 2

Storm Bert struck England and Wales on Saturday, November 23, bringing heavy rain, power outages, and traffic disruptions, while triggering severe flooding in multiple regions. Over 100 flood warnings were issued across the UK. This video shows the rising river in Ludlow, Shropshire.

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US: Cold Front Brings Snow, Low Temperatures To Northern Utah

A winter weather advisory was in effect for northern Utah on Saturday, November 16, as a cold front moved through, bringing snow and low temperatures to the area.

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US: Crater Road Fire In Maui Burns More Than 400 Acres

The Crater Road Fire, a brush fire that erupted on Wednesday, July 10, has burned over 400 acres one mile from the Haleakala National Park entrance In Hawaii's Maui island. Staff residents of the park were evacuated on Thursday. Crews were battling the fire since Wednesday evening but were able to contain 50% of the blaze as of 17:30 on Thursday.

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US: Crater Road Fire In Maui Burns More Than 400 Acres 3

The Crater Road Fire, a brush fire that erupted on Wednesday, July 10, has burned over 400 acres one mile from the Haleakala National Park entrance In Hawaii's Maui island. Staff residents of the park were evacuated on Thursday. Crews were battling the fire since Wednesday evening but were able to contain 50% of the blaze as of 17:30 on Thursday.

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US: Crater Road Fire In Maui Burns More Than 400 Acres 2

The Crater Road Fire, a brush fire that erupted on Wednesday, July 10, has burned over 400 acres one mile from the Haleakala National Park entrance In Hawaii's Maui island. Staff residents of the park were evacuated on Thursday. Crews were battling the fire since Wednesday evening but were able to contain 50% of the blaze as of 17:30 on Thursday.

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US: Fast-Moving ‘Post Fire’ Rages In Gorman, Southern California

A brush fire, dubbed the Post Fire, that broke out near Interstate 5 in Gorman, Southern California on Saturday, June 15, quickly spread due to strong winds and burned thousands of acres and forced evacuations. As of Sunday afternoon, the fire exploded to 12,265 acres with 2% containment.

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Australia: Mass Stranding Of Pilot Whales At Toby’s Inlet Near Dunsborough 10

More than a hundred pilot whales were stranded at Toby's Inlet near Dunsborough, Western Australia on Thursday, April 25. Beachgoers helped pour water on the whales on shore as they were being directed back to the sea. Among the 4 pods of about 160 whales that were stranded, 28 died.

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Australia: Mass Stranding Of Pilot Whales At Toby’s Inlet Near Dunsborough 9

More than a hundred pilot whales were stranded at Toby's Inlet near Dunsborough, Western Australia, on Thursday, April 25. Beachgoers helped pour water on the whales on shore as they were being directed back to the sea. Among the 4 pods of about 160 whales that were stranded, 28 died.

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Japan, China mark 40th anniversary of ties amid tensions

TOKYO, Japan - File photo taken in September 1972 shows Japanese Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka (R) waving at people seeing him off at Shanghai airport, with Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai (L) standing next to him, after the two leaders signed a joint statement to end the state of war between the two countries and normalize bilateral ties. Japan and China marked the 40th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations on Sept. 29, 2012, as simmering tensions sparked by Tokyo's nationalization of a group of Japanese-administered, Beijing-claimed islands in the East China Sea showed no signs of subsiding.

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Japan, China mark 40th anniversary of ties amid tensions

BEIJING, China - Armed police officers march around the Japanese Embassy in Beijing on Sept. 29, 2012, the 40th anniversary of the normalization of ties between the two countries. Japan and China marked the 40th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations as simmering tensions sparked by Tokyo's nationalization of a group of Japanese-administered, Beijing-claimed islands in the East China Sea showed no signs of subsiding.

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Japan, China mark 40th anniversary of ties amid tensions

BEIJING, China - A banner with a message claiming China's sovereignty of a group of Japanese-administered islands in the East China Sea hangs from a building close to the Japanese Embassy in Beijing on Sept. 29, 2012, the 40th anniversary of the normalization of ties between the two countries. Japan and China marked the 40th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations as simmering tensions sparked by Tokyo's nationalization of a group of Japanese-administered, Beijing-claimed islands in the East China Sea showed no signs of subsiding.

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Japan, China mark 40th anniversary of ties amid tensions

BEIJING, China - A barricade, a precaution against anti-Japan demonstrators, is left in front of the Japanese Embassy in Beijing on Sept. 29, 2012, the 40th anniversary of the normalization of ties between the two countries. Japan and China marked the 40th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations as simmering tensions sparked by Tokyo's nationalization of a group of Japanese-administered, Beijing-claimed islands in the East China Sea showed no signs of subsiding.

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Japan, China mark 40th anniversary of ties amid tensions

TOKYO, Japan - File photo taken Sept. 29, 1972, shows Japanese Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka (L front) and Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai (R front) signing a joint statement to end the state of war between the two countries and normalize bilateral ties at Beijing's Great Hall of the People. Japan and China marked the 40th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations on Sept. 29, 2012, as simmering tensions sparked by Tokyo's nationalization of a group of Japanese-administered, Beijing-claimed islands in the East China Sea showed no signs of subsiding.

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Japan, China mark 40th anniversary of ties amid tensions

TOKYO, Japan - File photo taken Sept. 29, 1972, shows Japanese Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka (R front) and Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai (L front) raising glasses in a toast after the two leaders signed a joint statement to end the state of war between the two countries and normalize bilateral ties. Japan and China marked the 40th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations on Sept. 29, 2012, as simmering tensions sparked by Tokyo's nationalization of a group of Japanese-administered, Beijing-claimed islands in the East China Sea showed no signs of subsiding.

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Chinatown in Yokohama

YOKOHAMA, Japan - Photo taken on Sept. 18, 2012, shows a street in Yokohama's Chinatown, where a banner to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China, as well as the 63rd anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China is displayed. A row between Japan and China over disputed islands in the East China Sea has led to a decline in tourism and sparked concern in Chinatowns across Japan.

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Japan envoy in China

BEIJING, China - Japanese Ambassador to China Uichiro Niwa (L) speaks during an event in Beijing on Sept. 1, 2012, commemorating the 40th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China. To his right is Hiromasa Yonekura, chairman of the Japan Business Federation, or Keidanren.

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Japan envoy to China

BEIJING, China - Japanese Ambassador to China Uichiro Niwa (L) attends an event in Beijing on Aug. 31, 2012, related to the 40th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China.

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Japan envoy to China attends symposium

BEIJING, China - Japan's Ambassador to China Uichiro Niwa attends a symposium in Beijing on Aug. 29, 2012, two days after his official vehicle was attacked in the Chinese capital amid widespread anti-Japan demonstrations in China related to a territorial dispute. The symposium was part of events to mark the 40th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and communist China.

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Japan envoy to China attends symposium

BEIJING, China - Japan's Ambassador to China Uichiro Niwa (R) and China's former State Councilor Tang Jiaxuan, president of the China-Japan Friendship Association, attend a symposium in Beijing on Aug. 29, 2012, two days after Niwa's official vehicle was attacked in the Chinese capital amid widespread anti-Japan demonstrations in China related to a territorial dispute. The symposium was part of events to mark the 40th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and communist China.

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Japan, China agree on exchanges of 20,000 people for anniversary

BEIJING, China - Toshihiro Nikai (L), a senior lawmaker of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party, and China's National Tourism Administration Director Shao Qiwei (R) shake hands prior to their talks at a Beijing hotel on Jan. 20. Japan and China agreed to mutually exchange group visits totaling more than 20,000 people to mark the 35th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

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(2)6,000 Japanese dine in Beijing to celebrate 30 yrs of ties

BEIJING, China - (From left) Former Japanese Prime Minister Ryutaro Hashimoto, Chinese Vice Premier Qian Qichen and Japanese Land, Infrastructure and Transport Minister Chikage Ogi attend a welcoming dinner in Beijing on Sept. 21 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China.

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(1)6,000 Japanese dine in Beijing to celebrate 30 yrs of ties

BEIJING, China - Some 6,000 Japanese attend a welcoming dinner in Beijing on Sept. 21 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China. Former Prime Minister Ryutaro Hashimoto and about 80 fellow Japanese lawmakers were among the participants at the event organized by the China National Tourism Administration at the capital's Great Hall of the People.

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Hashimoto meets Chinese Vice Premier Qian

BEIJING, China - Former Japanese Prime Minister Ryutaro Hashimoto (L) meets with Chinese Vice Premier Qian Qichen at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Sept. 21. Hashimoto is in Beijing to attend events to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China.

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JAPAN-TOKYO-CHINA-TERRACOTTA WARRIORS-EXHIBITION

(221124) -- TOKYO, Nov. 24, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Visitors are seen at the media preview of the exhibition "Terracotta Warriors and Ancient China: Heritage from the Qin and Han Dynasty" at the Ueno Royal Museum in Tokyo, Japan, on Nov. 21, 2022. In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the normalization of China-Japan diplomatic relations, the exhibition recently opened at the Ueno Royal Museum in Tokyo, the last leg of its nearly year-long traveling exhibition in Japan. TO GO WITH "Feature: Terracotta Warriors exhibition highlights cultural bond between China, Japan" (Xinhua/Yang Guang)

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JAPAN-TOKYO-CHINA-TERRACOTTA WARRIORS-EXHIBITION

(221124) -- TOKYO, Nov. 24, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Visitors are seen at the media preview of the exhibition "Terracotta Warriors and Ancient China: Heritage from the Qin and Han Dynasty" at the Ueno Royal Museum in Tokyo, Japan, on Nov. 21, 2022. In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the normalization of China-Japan diplomatic relations, the exhibition recently opened at the Ueno Royal Museum in Tokyo, the last leg of its nearly year-long traveling exhibition in Japan. TO GO WITH "Feature: Terracotta Warriors exhibition highlights cultural bond between China, Japan" (Xinhua/Yang Guang)

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JAPAN-TOKYO-CHINA-TERRACOTTA WARRIORS-EXHIBITION

(221124) -- TOKYO, Nov. 24, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A visitor looks at an exhibit at the media preview of the exhibition "Terracotta Warriors and Ancient China: Heritage from the Qin and Han Dynasty" at the Ueno Royal Museum in Tokyo, Japan, on Nov. 21, 2022. In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the normalization of China-Japan diplomatic relations, the exhibition recently opened at the Ueno Royal Museum in Tokyo, the last leg of its nearly year-long traveling exhibition in Japan. TO GO WITH "Feature: Terracotta Warriors exhibition highlights cultural bond between China, Japan" (Xinhua/Yang Guang)

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JAPAN-TOKYO-CHINA-TERRACOTTA WARRIORS-EXHIBITION

(221124) -- TOKYO, Nov. 24, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A pedestrian walks past a large poster for the exhibition "Terracotta Warriors and Ancient China: Heritage from the Qin and Han Dynasty" outside the Ueno Royal Museum in Tokyo, Japan, on Nov. 21, 2022. In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the normalization of China-Japan diplomatic relations, the exhibition recently opened at the Ueno Royal Museum in Tokyo, the last leg of its nearly year-long traveling exhibition in Japan. TO GO WITH "Feature: Terracotta Warriors exhibition highlights cultural bond between China, Japan" (Xinhua/Yang Guang)

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Reception held in Tokyo to mark 50th anniversary of normalization of China-Japan diplomatic ties

STORY: Reception held in Tokyo to mark 50th anniversary of normalization of China-Japan diplomatic ties DATELINE: Sept. 30, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:12 LOCATION: Tokyo CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the commemorative event 2. various of Masakazu Tokura, head of Keidanren 3. various of Kong Xuanyou, Chinese Ambassador to Japan 4. various of Yoshimasa Hayashi, Japanese Foreign Minister 5. various of Yasuo Fukuda, Former Japanese Prime Minister 6. various of Toshihiro Nikai, Former secretary general of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party STORYLINE: A commemorative event marking the 50th anniversary of the normalization of China-Japan diplomatic relations has been held in Tokyo. Chinese Ambassador to Japan Kong Xuanyou and Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi delivered speeches at the reception hosted by the Japan Business Federation, also known as Keidanren, on Thursday. Masakazu Tokura, head of Keidanren, said at the reception that stable and constructive diplomatic relations between Japan

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Japan issues commemorative stamps marking 50th anniversary of normalization of Japan-China ties

STORY: Japan issues commemorative stamps marking 50th anniversary of normalization of Japan-China ties DATELINE: Sept. 30, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:57 LOCATION: Tokyo CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Japan Post 2. various of the stamps STORYLINE: Japan released a set of commemorative stamps on Thursday to mark the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China. Issued by Japan Post, the two stamps share a similar design featuring the ink wash painting style. One stamp shows a picture of a pair of adult giant pandas and the other depicts an adult giant panda with a pair of adorable giant panda cubs. Akira Tamaki, the designer of this set of stamps and chief stamp designer at Japan Post Co. Ltd., introduced his design concept to Xinhua recently. Tamaki said that in September 1972, Japan and China normalized their diplomatic relations, and about a month later, two giant pandas Kang Kang and Lan Lan arrived at the Ueno Zoo in Tokyo, setting off an unprece

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JAPAN-CHINA-DIPLOMATIC TIES-50TH ANNIVERSARY-COMMEMORATIVE STAMP

(220929) -- TOKYO, Sept. 29, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on Sept. 29, 2022 shows the commemorative stamps marking the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China in Tokyo, Japan. Japan released a set of commemorative stamps on Thursday to mark the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China, with pictures of giant pandas eating bamboo surrounded by crimson peonies and pale pink cherry blossoms. Issued by Japan Post, the two stamps share a similar design featuring the ink wash painting style. One stamp shows a picture of a pair of adult giant pandas and the other depicts an adult giant panda with a pair of adorable giant panda cubs. (Xinhua/Hua Yi)

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JAPAN-CHINA-DIPLOMATIC TIES-50TH ANNIVERSARY-COMMEMORATIVE STAMP

(220929) -- TOKYO, Sept. 29, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on Sept. 29, 2022 shows the commemorative stamps marking the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China in Tokyo, Japan. Japan released a set of commemorative stamps on Thursday to mark the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China, with pictures of giant pandas eating bamboo surrounded by crimson peonies and pale pink cherry blossoms. Issued by Japan Post, the two stamps share a similar design featuring the ink wash painting style. One stamp shows a picture of a pair of adult giant pandas and the other depicts an adult giant panda with a pair of adorable giant panda cubs. (Xinhua/Hua Yi)

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JAPAN-TOKYO-CHINA-DIPLOMATIC TIES-RECEPTION

(220923) -- TOKYO, Sept. 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Kong Xuanyou, Chinese Ambassador to Japan, addresses a reception held by the Chinese embassy in Japan to celebrate the 73rd anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC) and the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between China and Japan in Tokyo, Japan, Sept. 22, 2022. Participants at the event expressed wishes that the two countries will take the 50th anniversary as an opportunity to further strengthen dialogues at all levels, deepen practical cooperation in various fields, and push for the long-term, sound and steady development of China-Japan relations. (Xinhua/Zhang Xiaoyu)

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JAPAN-TOKYO-CHINA-DIPLOMATIC TIES-RECEPTION

(220923) -- TOKYO, Sept. 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A reception is held by the Chinese embassy in Japan to celebrate the 73rd anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC) and the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between China and Japan in Tokyo, Japan, Sept. 22, 2022. Participants at the event expressed wishes that the two countries will take the 50th anniversary as an opportunity to further strengthen dialogues at all levels, deepen practical cooperation in various fields, and push for the long-term, sound and steady development of China-Japan relations. (Xinhua/Zhang Xiaoyu)

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JAPAN-TOKYO-CHINA-DIPLOMATIC TIES-RECEPTION

(220923) -- TOKYO, Sept. 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Japan's Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs Yuumi Yoshikawa addresses a reception held by the Chinese embassy in Japan to celebrate the 73rd anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC) and the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between China and Japan in Tokyo, Japan, Sept. 22, 2022. Participants at the event expressed wishes that the two countries will take the 50th anniversary as an opportunity to further strengthen dialogues at all levels, deepen practical cooperation in various fields, and push for the long-term, sound and steady development of China-Japan relations. (Xinhua/Zhang Xiaoyu)

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JAPAN-TOKYO-CHINA-DIPLOMATIC TIES-RECEPTION

(220923) -- TOKYO, Sept. 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda addresses a reception held by the Chinese embassy in Japan to celebrate the 73rd anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC) and the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between China and Japan in Tokyo, Japan, Sept. 22, 2022. Participants at the event expressed wishes that the two countries will take the 50th anniversary as an opportunity to further strengthen dialogues at all levels, deepen practical cooperation in various fields, and push for the long-term, sound and steady development of China-Japan relations. (Xinhua/Zhang Xiaoyu)

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Reception held in Japan to mark 50th anniversary of normalization of China-Japan diplomatic ties

STORY: Reception held in Japan to mark 50th anniversary of normalization of China-Japan diplomatic ties DATELINE: Sept. 23, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:38 LOCATION: Tokyo CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the reception 2. Former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda 3. Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs Yuumi Yoshikawa 4. Makiko Tanaka, former Japanese foreign minister 5. Natsuo Yamaguchi, leader of Japan's Komeito party STORYLINE: The Chinese embassy in Japan has held a reception here to celebrate the 73rd anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC) and the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between China and Japan. Participants at the event expressed wishes that the two countries will take the 50th anniversary as an opportunity to further strengthen dialogues at all levels, deepen practical cooperation in various fields, and push for the long-term, sound and steady development of China-Japan relations. Kong Xuanyou, Chinese Ambassador to Ja

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Tokyo exhibition by Chinese artist building bridge for cultural exchanges

STORY: Tokyo exhibition by Chinese artist building bridge for cultural exchanges DATELINE: Sept. 7, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:30 LOCATION: Tokyo CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: various of the exhibitionSOUNDBITE 1 (Japanese): YUKIO HATOYAMA, Former Japanese Prime MinisterSOUNDBITE 2 (Japanese): KONG XUANYOU, Chinese Ambassador to JapanSOUNDBITE 3 (Japanese): KENGO KUMA, Japanese architect STORYLINE: A special art show titled "Encounter" by Chinese artist Wang Chuanfeng is taking place at Tokyo National Museum, and the exhibition has attracted former Japanese Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama and other high-profile visitors. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between China and Japan. The exhibition, from Sept. 3 to 13, also coincides with the 150th anniversary of the Tokyo National Museum, which means a wonderful "encounter," the organizer of the exhibition has said. Wang, who had been learning Chinese painting for years, came to Japan in 1992. He has used his pai

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Visiting Chinese Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka shakes hands with Chinese President Mao Zedong (left).

Chinese Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka shakes hands with Chinese President Mao Zedong (left) on September 27, 1972, at Zhongnanhai in Beijing.

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Japan, China agree on exchanges of 20,000 people for anniversary

BEIJING, China - Toshihiro Nikai (L), a senior lawmaker of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party, and China's National Tourism Administration Director Shao Qiwei (R) shake hands prior to their talks at a Beijing hotel on Jan. 20. Japan and China agreed to mutually exchange group visits totaling more than 20,000 people to mark the 35th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between the two countries. (Kyodo)