Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- This combo photo shows the aerial view of the construction site of the Qingnian hub, on Dec. 24, 2023 (above), and the aerial view of the construction site of this hub on Dec. 17, 2025 (below), on the Pinglu Canal in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhang Ailin/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

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

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- This combo photo shows the aerial view of the construction site of the Qingnian hub waterway, on Oct. 9, 2024 (above), and the aerial view of the construction site of this waterway, on Dec. 17, 2025 (below), on the Pinglu Canal in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhang Ailin/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows Qinjiang double-track railway grand bridge over the Pinglu Canal in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Dec. 17, 2025. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhang Ailin/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- This combo photo shows the aerial view of the construction site of the Qingnian hub, on Oct. 9, 2024, and the aerial view of the construction site of the Qingnian hub on Dec. 17, 2025, on the Pinglu Canal in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhang Ailin/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows the construction site of the Qingnian hub on the Pinglu Canal in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Dec. 17, 2025. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhang Ailin/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 17, 2025 shows the construction site of a bridge over the Pinglu Canal in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhang Ailin/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

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

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows the Pinglu Canal waterway flowing through the urban area of Qinzhou City, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Dec. 17, 2025. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhang Ailin/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows the Pinglu Canal waterway running beneath the Zicai bridge in Qinzhou City, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Dec. 17, 2025. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhang Ailin/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- This combo photo shows the aerial view of the construction site of a bridge in Qinzhou on April 25, 2024 (above), and the aerial view of this bridge on Dec. 17, 2025 (below), in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhang Ailin/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 17, 2025 shows a reconstructed bridge over the Pinglu Canal in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhang Ailin/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- This combo photo shows the aerial view of Qinjiang single-track railway bridge, on Oct. 9, 2024, and the aerial view of Qinjiang double-track railway grand bridge, on Dec. 17, 2025, in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhang Ailin/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows the construction site of the Zicai bridge over the Pinglu Canal in Qinzhou City, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Dec. 17, 2025. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhang Ailin/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

Construction of Pinglu Canal In Qinzhou - China

(251218) -- QINZHOU, Dec. 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 17, 2025 shows the construction site of a bridge over the Pinglu Canal in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Three years on, the construction of the Pinglu Canal as a core component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has shown remarkable progress. Upon completion, the 134.2-km canal would wind its way across Nanning and Qinzhou of Guangxi until it reaches the Beibu Gulf. It is expected to serve as an artery for river-sea inter-modal transportation in the southwestern part of the country. Photo by Zhang Ailin/XInhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

China: Octopus Clings to Phone After Being Caught by Fisher in Fuzhou

In Fuzhou, Fujian, a video captured a man fishing when he unexpectedly caught an octopus with a phone stuck to one of its tentacles on September 28. The octopus refused to let go, wrapping its arms tightly around the device as if claiming it as its own.

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

An aerial drone photo taken on April 14, 2025 shows hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks awaiting departure from the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in Chongqing, southwest China. China's first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route was launched on Monday, marking a milestone in terms of advancing hydrogen energy development in China's western regions. The route, now operational for regular freight services via hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks, spans 1,150 kilometers from southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Qinzhou Port in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, passing through southwestern Guizhou Province. Photo by Tang Yi/Xinhua/AABACAPRESS.COM

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

An aerial drone photo taken on April 14, 2025 shows hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks awaiting departure from the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in Chongqing, southwest China. China's first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route was launched on Monday, marking a milestone in terms of advancing hydrogen energy development in China's western regions. The route, now operational for regular freight services via hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks, spans 1,150 kilometers from southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Qinzhou Port in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, passing through southwestern Guizhou Province. Photo by Tang Yi/Xinhua/AABACAPRESS.COM

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

An aerial drone photo taken on April 14, 2025 shows hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks awaiting departure from the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in Chongqing, southwest China. China's first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route was launched on Monday, marking a milestone in terms of advancing hydrogen energy development in China's western regions. The route, now operational for regular freight services via hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks, spans 1,150 kilometers from southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Qinzhou Port in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, passing through southwestern Guizhou Province. Photo by Tang Yi/Xinhua/AABACAPRESS.COM

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

Hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks await departure from the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in Chongqing, southwest China, April 14, 2025. China's first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route was launched on Monday, marking a milestone in terms of advancing hydrogen energy development in China's western regions. The route, now operational for regular freight services via hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks, spans 1,150 kilometers from southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Qinzhou Port in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, passing through southwestern Guizhou Province. Photo by Tang Yi/Xinhua/AABACAPRESS.COM

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

An aerial drone photo taken on April 14, 2025 shows hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks awaiting departure from the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in Chongqing, southwest China. China's first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route was launched on Monday, marking a milestone in terms of advancing hydrogen energy development in China's western regions. The route, now operational for regular freight services via hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks, spans 1,150 kilometers from southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Qinzhou Port in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, passing through southwestern Guizhou Province. Photo by Tang Yi/Xinhua/AABACAPRESS.COM

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

An aerial drone photo taken on April 14, 2025 shows hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks awaiting departure from the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in Chongqing, southwest China. China's first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route was launched on Monday, marking a milestone in terms of advancing hydrogen energy development in China's western regions. The route, now operational for regular freight services via hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks, spans 1,150 kilometers from southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Qinzhou Port in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, passing through southwestern Guizhou Province. Photo by Tang Yi/Xinhua/AABACAPRESS.COM

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

An aerial drone photo taken on April 14, 2025 shows hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks awaiting departure from the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in Chongqing, southwest China. China's first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route was launched on Monday, marking a milestone in terms of advancing hydrogen energy development in China's western regions. The route, now operational for regular freight services via hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks, spans 1,150 kilometers from southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Qinzhou Port in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, passing through southwestern Guizhou Province. Photo by Tang Yi/Xinhua/AABACAPRESS.COM

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

Hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks await departure from the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in Chongqing, southwest China, April 14, 2025. China's first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route was launched on Monday, marking a milestone in terms of advancing hydrogen energy development in China's western regions. The route, now operational for regular freight services via hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks, spans 1,150 kilometers from southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Qinzhou Port in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, passing through southwestern Guizhou Province. Photo by Tang Yi/Xinhua/AABACAPRESS.COM

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

Hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks depart from the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in Chongqing, southwest China, April 14, 2025. China's first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route was launched on Monday, marking a milestone in terms of advancing hydrogen energy development in China's western regions. The route, now operational for regular freight services via hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks, spans 1,150 kilometers from southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Qinzhou Port in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, passing through southwestern Guizhou Province. Photo by Tang Yi/Xinhua/AABACAPRESS.COM

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

An aerial drone photo taken on April 14, 2025 shows hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks awaiting departure from the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in Chongqing, southwest China. China's first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route was launched on Monday, marking a milestone in terms of advancing hydrogen energy development in China's western regions. The route, now operational for regular freight services via hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks, spans 1,150 kilometers from southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Qinzhou Port in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, passing through southwestern Guizhou Province. Photo by Tang Yi/Xinhua/AABACAPRESS.COM

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

China launches first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route

Hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks await departure from the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in Chongqing, southwest China, April 14, 2025. China's first cross-region hydrogen heavy-duty truck route was launched on Monday, marking a milestone in terms of advancing hydrogen energy development in China's western regions. The route, now operational for regular freight services via hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks, spans 1,150 kilometers from southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Qinzhou Port in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, passing through southwestern Guizhou Province. Photo by Tang Yi/Xinhua/AABACAPRESS.COM

Ukrainian Sea Corridor in Odesa

Ukrainian Sea Corridor in Odesa

ODESA, UKRAINE - NOVEMBER 27, 2024 - A ship is in the Black Sea off the coast of Odesa, southern Ukraine. Despite Russian strikes on Ukraines port infrastructure, the Ukrainian Sea Corridor, which guarantees global food security, continues to operate.

Ukrainian Sea Corridor in Odesa

Ukrainian Sea Corridor in Odesa

ODESA, UKRAINE - NOVEMBER 27, 2024 - A ship is in the Black Sea off the coast of Odesa, southern Ukraine. Despite Russian strikes on Ukraines port infrastructure, the Ukrainian Sea Corridor, which guarantees global food security, continues to operate.

Ukrainian Sea Corridor in Odesa

Ukrainian Sea Corridor in Odesa

ODESA, UKRAINE - NOVEMBER 27, 2024 - A ship is in the Black Sea off the coast of Odesa, southern Ukraine. Despite Russian strikes on Ukraines port infrastructure, the Ukrainian Sea Corridor, which guarantees global food security, continues to operate.

Ukrainian Sea Corridor in Odesa

Ukrainian Sea Corridor in Odesa

ODESA, UKRAINE - NOVEMBER 27, 2024 - A ship is in the Black Sea off the coast of Odesa, southern Ukraine. Despite Russian strikes on Ukraines port infrastructure, the Ukrainian Sea Corridor, which guarantees global food security, continues to operate.

Ukrainian Sea Corridor in Odesa

Ukrainian Sea Corridor in Odesa

ODESA, UKRAINE - NOVEMBER 27, 2024 - A ship is in the Black Sea off the coast of Odesa, southern Ukraine. Despite Russian strikes on Ukraines port infrastructure, the Ukrainian Sea Corridor, which guarantees global food security, continues to operate.

Ukrainian Sea Corridor in Odesa

Ukrainian Sea Corridor in Odesa

ODESA, UKRAINE - NOVEMBER 27, 2024 - A ship is in the Black Sea off the coast of Odesa, southern Ukraine. Despite Russian strikes on Ukraines port infrastructure, the Ukrainian Sea Corridor, which guarantees global food security, continues to operate.

XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240803) -- BEIJING, Aug. 3, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 31, 2024 shows a view of Qinzhou Port in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. As of Aug. 2 this year, more than 500,000 twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) containers for rail-sea intermodal transportation have been delivered via the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, the highest level for the same period in all years. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Zhang Ailin)

CHINA-GUANGXI-NEW INT'L LAND-SEA TRADE CORRIDOR-CONTAINERS (CN)

CHINA-GUANGXI-NEW INT'L LAND-SEA TRADE CORRIDOR-CONTAINERS (CN)

(240802) -- NANNING, Aug. 2, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 31, 2024 shows a view of Qinzhou Port in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. As of Aug. 2 this year, more than 500,000 twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) containers for rail-sea intermodal transportation have been delivered via the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, the highest level for the same period in all years. The New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, jointly built by provincial-level regions in western China and ASEAN members, expanded its reach to 490 ports across 120 countries and regions, according to data released in January by southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, the corridor's operational hub. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Zhang Ailin)

CHINA-GUANGXI-NEW INT'L LAND-SEA TRADE CORRIDOR-CONTAINERS (CN)

CHINA-GUANGXI-NEW INT'L LAND-SEA TRADE CORRIDOR-CONTAINERS (CN)

(240802) -- NANNING, Aug. 2, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This aerial drone photo taken on July 31, 2024 shows a cargo ship leaving Qinzhou Port in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. As of Aug. 2 this year, more than 500,000 twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) containers for rail-sea intermodal transportation have been delivered via the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, the highest level for the same period in all years. The New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, jointly built by provincial-level regions in western China and ASEAN members, expanded its reach to 490 ports across 120 countries and regions, according to data released in January by southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, the corridor's operational hub. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Zhang Ailin)

CHINA-GUANGXI-NEW INT'L LAND-SEA TRADE CORRIDOR-CONTAINERS (CN)

CHINA-GUANGXI-NEW INT'L LAND-SEA TRADE CORRIDOR-CONTAINERS (CN)

(240802) -- NANNING, Aug. 2, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A staff member operates a crane to load a container onto a truck at a railway container terminal in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Aug. 1, 2024. As of Aug. 2 this year, more than 500,000 twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) containers for rail-sea intermodal transportation have been delivered via the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, the highest level for the same period in all years. The New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, jointly built by provincial-level regions in western China and ASEAN members, expanded its reach to 490 ports across 120 countries and regions, according to data released in January by southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, the corridor's operational hub. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Zhang Ailin)

CHINA-GUANGXI-NEW INT'L LAND-SEA TRADE CORRIDOR-CONTAINERS (CN)

CHINA-GUANGXI-NEW INT'L LAND-SEA TRADE CORRIDOR-CONTAINERS (CN)

(240802) -- NANNING, Aug. 2, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Staff members watch over the loading of containers at Nanning International Railway Port in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 31, 2024. As of Aug. 2 this year, more than 500,000 twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) containers for rail-sea intermodal transportation have been delivered via the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, the highest level for the same period in all years. The New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, jointly built by provincial-level regions in western China and ASEAN members, expanded its reach to 490 ports across 120 countries and regions, according to data released in January by southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, the corridor's operational hub. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Zhang Ailin)

CHINA-CHONGQING-LOGISTICS HUB-OPENING UP (CN)

CHINA-CHONGQING-LOGISTICS HUB-OPENING UP (CN)

(240731) -- CHONGQING, July 31, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 30, 2024 shows a vehicle transferring containers at the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in Chongqing International Logistics Hub Park in Shapingba District of Chongqing, southwest China. Chongqing International Logistics Hub Park, along with its 62 freight train routes, has risen to be a major hub of international freight trains in the country's western region. As many international logistics channels converge in Chongqing, the mountainous city is leveraging its connectivity, playing a strategic fulcrum role and transforming into a crucial highland for opening up. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Huang Wei)

CHINA-CHONGQING-LOGISTICS HUB-OPENING UP (CN)

CHINA-CHONGQING-LOGISTICS HUB-OPENING UP (CN)

(240731) -- CHONGQING, July 31, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A vehicle transfers a container at the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in the Chongqing International Logistics Hub Park in Shapingba District of Chongqing, southwest China, July 30, 2024. Chongqing International Logistics Hub Park, along with its 62 freight train routes, has risen to be a major hub of international freight trains in the country's western region. As many international logistics channels converge in Chongqing, the mountainous city is leveraging its connectivity, playing a strategic fulcrum role and transforming into a crucial highland for opening up. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Lyu Shuai)

CHINA-CHONGQING-LOGISTICS HUB-OPENING UP (CN)

CHINA-CHONGQING-LOGISTICS HUB-OPENING UP (CN)

(240731) -- CHONGQING, July 31, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 30, 2024 shows the Tuanjiecun Station, Xinglongchang Station and dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor (L-R) at the Chongqing International Logistics Hub Park in Shapingba District of Chongqing, southwest China. Chongqing International Logistics Hub Park, along with its 62 freight train routes, has risen to be a major hub of international freight trains in the country's western region. As many international logistics channels converge in Chongqing, the mountainous city is leveraging its connectivity, playing a strategic fulcrum role and transforming into a crucial highland for opening up. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Huang Wei)

CHINA-CHONGQING-LOGISTICS HUB-OPENING UP (CN)

CHINA-CHONGQING-LOGISTICS HUB-OPENING UP (CN)

(240731) -- CHONGQING, July 31, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A vehicle transfers a container at the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in the Chongqing International Logistics Hub Park in Shapingba District of Chongqing, southwest China, July 30, 2024. Chongqing International Logistics Hub Park, along with its 62 freight train routes, has risen to be a major hub of international freight trains in the country's western region. As many international logistics channels converge in Chongqing, the mountainous city is leveraging its connectivity, playing a strategic fulcrum role and transforming into a crucial highland for opening up. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Lyu Shuai)

CHINA-CHONGQING-LOGISTICS HUB-OPENING UP (CN)

CHINA-CHONGQING-LOGISTICS HUB-OPENING UP (CN)

(240731) -- CHONGQING, July 31, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 30, 2024 shows vehicles transferring containers at the dry port of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in Chongqing International Logistics Hub Park in Shapingba District of Chongqing, southwest China. Chongqing International Logistics Hub Park, along with its 62 freight train routes, has risen to be a major hub of international freight trains in the country's western region. As many international logistics channels converge in Chongqing, the mountainous city is leveraging its connectivity, playing a strategic fulcrum role and transforming into a crucial highland for opening up. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Huang Wei)

Palestine Embassy celebrates an act of recognition to humanitarian work of Open Arms in Gaza - Madrid

Palestine Embassy celebrates an act of recognition to humanitarian work of Open Arms in Gaza - Madrid

The Ambassador of Palestine to Spain, Mr. Husni Abdel Wahed (1r), speaks during an act of recognition by the Embassy of Palestine in Spain to the humanitarian work of Open Arms in Gaza, on June 19, 2024, in Madrid, Spain. During the ceremony, special tribute was paid to the crew of the Open Arms ship that took part in the opening of a humanitarian sea corridor to Gaza. The mission was carried out in March and April of this year, in collaboration with World Central Kitchen (WCK). The operation was abruptly interrupted by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) attack, which killed seven people from the WCK team. Photo by Fernando Sánchez / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Palestine Embassy celebrates an act of recognition to humanitarian work of Open Arms in Gaza - Madrid

Palestine Embassy celebrates an act of recognition to humanitarian work of Open Arms in Gaza - Madrid

The Ambassador of Palestine in Spain Mr. Husni Abdel Wahed (1r), during an act of recognition of the Embassy of Palestine in Spain to the humanitarian work of Open Arms in Gaza, on June 19, 2024, in Madrid, Spain. During the event, special tribute was paid to the crew of the Open Arms ship that participated in the opening of a humanitarian sea corridor to Gaza. The mission was carried out in March and April of this year, in collaboration with World Central Kitchen (WCK). The operation was abruptly interrupted by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) attack, which killed seven people from the WCK team. Photo by Fernando Sánchez / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Palestine Embassy celebrates an act of recognition to humanitarian work of Open Arms in Gaza - Madrid

Palestine Embassy celebrates an act of recognition to humanitarian work of Open Arms in Gaza - Madrid

The Ambassador of Palestine in Spain Mr. Husni Abdel Wahed (1l), during an act of recognition of the Embassy of Palestine in Spain to the humanitarian work of Open Arms in Gaza, on June 19, 2024, in Madrid, Spain. During the ceremony, special tribute was paid to the crew of the Open Arms ship that took part in the opening of a humanitarian sea corridor to Gaza. The mission was carried out in March and April of this year, in collaboration with World Central Kitchen (WCK). The operation was abruptly interrupted by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) attack, which killed seven people from the WCK team. Photo by Fernando Sánchez / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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