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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Iran Calls on UN to Recognize Israel and US as Initiators of “Aggression”

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    TEHRAN, June 30 (Xinhua) — Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi Abbas on Sunday called on the UN Security Council to recognize Israel and the United States as the initiators of “aggression” against Iran.

    In a letter to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and UN Security Council President Caroline Rodriguez-Birkett, A. Araghchi called on the Council to shoulder its responsibilities in maintaining international peace and security, the official IRNA news agency reported.

    He accused Israel of deliberately targeting residential buildings, civilians and civilian infrastructure, calling the attacks a “flagrant violation” of the UN Charter and a “flagrant breach” of international law.

    A. Araghchi said that Israel and the United States also struck Iran’s nuclear facilities protected by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), which is a “gross violation of the UN Charter, the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, and IAEA documents and resolutions.”

    Iran’s Foreign Minister stressed that the UN Security Council must hold the “aggressors” accountable and take measures to prevent the repetition of such “crimes.”

    On June 13, Israel launched major airstrikes on several areas of Iran. Iran responded with several waves of missiles and drones targeting Israel.

    On June 22, the United States bombed three Iranian nuclear facilities. In response, Iran struck the American Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.

    On June 24, after 12 days of fighting, a ceasefire was reached between Iran and Israel. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The experience and wisdom of the CPC in building a socially oriented state serve as a beacon for other countries and peoples – First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Belarus

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    MINSK, June 30 /Xinhua/ — The experience and wisdom of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in building a socially oriented state and socialism with Chinese characteristics serve as a beacon for other countries and peoples, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Belarus (CC CPB) Sergei Syrankov said in an interview with a Xinhua correspondent in Minsk the other day.

    According to him, the CPC has shown the world by its example that the ideas of socialism can be successfully implemented in the state. “The focus on increasing the well-being of the masses instead of elite groups gives a colossal result for the state and society. Now the ideas of socialism with Chinese characteristics are in great demand in other countries. The experience and wisdom of the CPC in terms of building a socially oriented state and socialism with Chinese characteristics act as a beacon for other countries and peoples. China shows how to fight for its freedoms and how to become stronger on the path to building global socialism,” noted S. Syrankov.

    He noted that thanks to the CPC, the Chinese people have achieved outstanding results in the economy, finance, science, technology, culture, and art. “We see how China’s infrastructure is developing by leaps and bounds: high-speed highways and roads are being built, and construction complexes of any complexity are being quickly erected. All of this has become possible only thanks to the CPC’s focus on serving the people. In fact, we see that China’s wealth is not in the hands of some oligarchic elite or Western corporations, but is working for the benefit of the people,” the First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Belarus emphasized.

    S. Syrankov especially noted that thanks to the CPC, the people of China became free and independent. “It was the CPC that directed the Chinese people to the great struggle against imperialism. And now, after 104 years, we see that only the strength of spirit and wisdom of the CPC allow us to successfully overcome all the difficult moments in relations with the United States and other Western countries focused on unfair competition, sanctions, pressure, intimidation, and wars,” he said.

    In addition, S. Syrankov emphasized that it was the Chairman of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping who carried out economic reforms under the slogan “Chinese Dream”, which contributed to the high rates of economic growth of the country and an increase in the well-being of the nation.

    “The Chairman of the PRC Xi Jinping is a leader who acts exclusively in the interests of the Chinese people. He understands and feels the needs of ordinary Chinese citizens and is focused on maximizing their well-being. He is demanding of himself and his subordinates, does not allow weaknesses and is focused on constant self-discipline. It is precisely these approaches that allow the Chairman of the PRC to receive recognition, love and support from the masses of China,” S. Syrankov emphasized.

    He also drew attention to the fact that relations between China and Belarus are at the highest level – all-weather and comprehensive strategic partnership. This became possible due to the high level of trust that has formed between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko.

    “Trust determines the development of all areas of our relations: economy, trade, culture, art, security. It is worth noting that the visit of the President of Belarus to China in early June 2025 outlined the further vector of development of our relations. Among them are the deepening of scientific and technological cooperation, the involvement of Belarusian enterprises in complex production processes of Chinese companies. We also see further deepening of cooperation between the two countries not only in the sphere of economy, science, but also in inter-party interaction,” summed up S. Syrankov. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China Manufacturing PMI Rises to 49.7 in June /more details/

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BEIJING, June 30 (Xinhua) — China’s manufacturing sector picked up momentum in June as more industries returned to growth and high-tech and consumer goods output remained robust, data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed Monday.

    According to the department, the purchasing managers’ index (PMI) in the manufacturing sector of China in June was 49.7, compared with 49.5 in May and 49 in April.

    Of the 21 industries surveyed, 11 saw expansion in June, compared with 7 in May.

    The PMI index for equipment manufacturers, high-tech products and consumer goods manufacturers was 51.4, 50.9 and 50.4, respectively, remaining in the positive zone for the second month in a row.

    As is known, a PMI above 50 indicates expansion of the sector, while below 50 indicates contraction.

    The GSU data also showed that China’s non-manufacturing PMI in June was 50.5, up 0.2 percentage points from May. The overall PMI thus rose from 50.4 to 50.7. The rise in all three key indicators suggests that China’s overall economic climate is improving further, said Zhao Qinghe, a statistician at the department. -0-

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  • How will the Dalai Lama’s successor be chosen?

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The choice of a successor to the Dalai Lama, the spiritual head of Tibetan Buddhists, is a matter of riveting interest not only for followers of his religion, but also China, India, and the United States, for strategic reasons.

    The Nobel peace laureate, who turns 90 on Sunday, is regarded as one of the world’s most influential figures, with a following extending well beyond Buddhism.

    HOW WAS HE CHOSEN?

    Tibetan tradition holds that the soul of a senior Buddhist monk is reincarnated after his death.

    The 14th Dalai Lama, born as Lhamo Dhondup on July 6, 1935, to a farming family in northeastern Tibet, was identified as such a reincarnation when he was just two years old.

    A search party sent by the Tibetan government made the decision on the basis of several signs, such as a vision revealed to a senior monk, the Dalai Lama’s website says. The searchers were convinced when the toddler identified belongings of the 13th Dalai Lama with the phrase, “It’s mine, it’s mine”.

    In the winter of 1940, Lhamo Thondup was taken to the Potala Palace in Lhasa, the capital of today’s Tibet Autonomous Region, and officially installed as the spiritual leader of Tibetans.

    HOW WILL HIS SUCCESSOR BE CHOSEN?

    In his book “Voice for the Voiceless”, released in March 2025, the Dalai Lama said his successor would be born outside China.

    The Dalai Lama has lived in exile in northern India since 1959, after fleeing a failed uprising against the rule of Mao Zedong’s Communists.

    He wrote that he would release details about his succession around the time of his 90th birthday.

    The Tibetan parliament-in-exile, based in the Himalayan town of Dharamshala, like the Dalai Lama, says a system has been established for the exiled government to continue its work while officers of the Gaden Phodrang Foundation will be charged with finding and recognising his successor.

    The current Dalai Lama set up the foundation in 2015 to “maintain and support the tradition and institution of the Dalai Lama” with regard to his religious and spiritual duties, it says on its website. Its senior officers include several of his aides.

    WHAT DOES CHINA SAY?

    China says its leaders have the right to approve the Dalai Lama’s successor, as a legacy from imperial times. A selection ritual, in which the names of possible reincarnations are drawn from a golden urn, dates to 1793, during the Qing dynasty.

    Chinese officials have repeatedly said the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama should be decided by following national laws that decree use of the golden urn and the birth of reincarnations within China’s borders.

    But many Tibetans suspect any Chinese role in the selection as being a ploy to exert influence on the community.

    It is inappropriate for Chinese Communists, who reject religion, “to meddle in the system of reincarnation of lamas, let alone that of the Dalai Lama,” the Buddhist leader has said.

    In his book, he asked Tibetans not to accept “a candidate chosen for political ends by anyone, including those in the People’s Republic of China,” referring to the country by its official name.

    Beijing brands the Dalai Lama, who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989 for keeping alive the Tibetan cause, as a “separatist” and prohibits displays of his picture or any public show of devotion towards him.

    In March 2025, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said the Dalai Lama was a political exile with “no right to represent the Tibetan people at all”.

    China denies suppressing the rights of the Tibetan people, and says its rule ended serfdom in, and brought prosperity to, a backward region.

    WHAT ROLE COULD INDIA AND THE U.S. PLAY?

    Apart from the Dalai Lama, India is estimated to be home to more than 100,000 Tibetan Buddhists who are free to study and work there.

    Many Indians revere him, and international relations experts say his presence in India gives New Delhi some kind of leverage with rival China.

    The United States, which faces rising competition from China for global dominance, has repeatedly said it is committed to advancing the human rights of Tibetans.

    U.S. lawmakers have previously said they would not allow China to influence the choice of the Dalai Lama’s successor.

    In 2024, then U.S. President Joe Biden signed a law that presses Beijing to resolve a dispute over Tibet’s demands for greater autonomy.

    (Reuters)

  • MIL-OSI China: China National Health Commission does not Approve Part of the SAGO’s “Independent Assessment”

    Source: People’s Republic of China Ministry of Health

    he independent assessment of Scientific Advisory Group for the Origins of Novel Pathogens (SAGO) published recently does not find any new evidence related to the origins of SARS-CoV-2, nor does it draw any conclusion contrary to the Joint WHO-China Study released by the WHO in March 2021. Unfortunately, with manipulation and influence from certain countries and individuals, the report has included false information based on subjective speculation, seriously undermining the scientific soundness and credibility of the report, part of which raised groundless requirements for China. China does not approve, and they are not acceptable to the global scientific community either. China has shared data and information related to SARS-CoV-2 origins tracing study without reservation, which has been presented in the Covid-19 Prevention, Control and Origins Tracing: China’s Actions and Stance published on 30 April.

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  • MIL-OSI China: China National Health Commission does not Approve Part of the SAGO’s “Independent Assessment”

    Source: People’s Republic of China Ministry of Health

    he independent assessment of Scientific Advisory Group for the Origins of Novel Pathogens (SAGO) published recently does not find any new evidence related to the origins of SARS-CoV-2, nor does it draw any conclusion contrary to the Joint WHO-China Study released by the WHO in March 2021. Unfortunately, with manipulation and influence from certain countries and individuals, the report has included false information based on subjective speculation, seriously undermining the scientific soundness and credibility of the report, part of which raised groundless requirements for China. China does not approve, and they are not acceptable to the global scientific community either. China has shared data and information related to SARS-CoV-2 origins tracing study without reservation, which has been presented in the Covid-19 Prevention, Control and Origins Tracing: China’s Actions and Stance published on 30 April.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Spain, Netherlands capture titles at FIBA 3×3 World Cup

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Spain and the Netherlands captured the men’s and women’s titles at the 2025 FIBA 3×3 World Cup in Ulan Bator, the capital of Mongolia, on Sunday.

    Spain’s men’s team defeated Switzerland 21-17 in the final, while the Netherlands edged host Mongolia 15-9 to claim the women’s crown, according to the Mongolian 3×3 Basketball Association.

    Serbia delivered a standout performance in the men’s bronze medal game, beating Germany 21-16. In the women’s third-place match, Canada overcame Poland 21-9.

    The ninth edition of this prestigious basketball tournament, held on June 23-29, featured 20 men’s and 20 women’s teams from various countries and regions. 

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  • Indian stock market opens flat; Sensex holds above 84,000 mark

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The Indian stock market opened on a steady note on Monday, with benchmark indices trading flat amid positive global cues and selective buying in PSU bank and IT stocks.

    At around 9:27 am, the BSE Sensex was marginally higher by 1.35 points at 84,057.55, while the NSE Nifty gained 6.50 points, or 0.03 per cent, to trade at 25,644.30.

    Analysts attributed the steady start to easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, a sharp correction in Brent crude prices to 67 dollars per barrel, and encouraging signals on the trade front, including possible deals between the US, China and India.

    Dr VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Financial Services, said that large-cap counters like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Reliance Industries and L&T have been key drivers of the recent rally due to institutional accumulation.

    The Nifty Bank index in early trade was up by 15.15 points at 57,459.05. Meanwhile, the Nifty Midcap 100 advanced by 220.90 points to 59,606.05, while the Nifty Smallcap 100 rose 153.35 points to trade at 19,130.15.

    Within the Sensex pack, M&M, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Bharti Airtel, HDFC Bank, NTPC and UltraTech Cement were among the laggards in the opening session. On the other hand, Trent, SBI, L&T, Eternal, Axis Bank and Hindustan Unilever were trading in positive territory.

    Continued weakness in the dollar index is supporting foreign fund inflows, while retail investor confidence remains strong. Market experts, however, advise caution when making fresh investments at elevated valuations despite the ongoing bull run.

    Foreign institutional investors were net buyers on June 27, picking up shares worth Rs 1,397.02 crore, whereas domestic institutional investors booked profits, selling equities worth Rs 588.93 crore.

    In Asia, key markets such as China, Bangkok, Japan, Seoul and Jakarta were trading higher, while Hong Kong was in negative territory.

    Overnight in the US, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed higher at 43,819.27, up 432.43 points or 1 per cent. The S&P 500 gained 32.05 points to end at 6,173.07, and the Nasdaq added 105.55 points to close at 20,273.46.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Director Wu Cheng-wei Meets Outstanding Taiwanese Young Doctors Studying in Australia

    Source: Republic of China Taiwan

    Director General David Cheng-Wei Wu and colleague were pleased to meet with Dr. Lin Yu-Ju from the Department of Family Medicine at Taichung Veterans General Hospital and Dr. Hsu Chia-Yun from the Department of Pediatrics at National Taiwan University Hospital, who are currently in Sydney for further training. They gained insights into the rigorous training process of Taiwan’s outstanding doctors and expressed deep admiration for the young physicians’ dedication to continuous learning and their pursuit of excellence in medical knowledge and skills.

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  • China’s weak factory activity maintains pressure for more stimulus as tariff risks weigh

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    China’s manufacturing activity shrank for a third straight month in June, though at a slower pace, as increases in new orders, purchasing volumes and supplier delivery times signalled that policy support rolled out since late last year is taking effect.

    But business sentiment remains subdued, Monday’s survey showed, with employment, factory gate prices and new export orders still languishing, and keeping alive calls for even more stimulus as authorities deal with U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff onslaught and chronic weakness in the property sector.

    The National Bureau of Statistics purchasing managers’ index (PMI) rose to 49.7 in June from 49.5 in May, matching the median forecast in a Reuters poll but remaining below the 50-mark that separates growth from contraction.

    “Two months of successive improvement, that’s a decent reading given June was the first full month without Trump’s prohibitive 100%-plus tariffs,” said Xu Tianchen, senior economist at the Economist Intelligence Unit.

    “There is still evidence of frontloading in trade, but the tariffs are lower now and manufacturers are preparing to ship holiday season goods,” he added.

    The new export orders sub-index remained in contraction for a 14th straight month in June, inching up to 47.7 from 47.5 in May, while employment diverged from other indicators by deteriorating further. However, new domestic orders rose to 50.2 from 49.8, and purchasing volumes jumped from 47.6 to 50.2 — offering policymakers some hope that domestic demand may be starting to recover.

    Zichun Huang, China economist at Capital Economics, said the PMIs suggested the world’s second-largest economy had regained some momentum over the past month, but warned tensions with the West would continue to squeeze its exports and there were still signs of deflationary pressures.

    The non-manufacturing PMI, which includes services and construction, grew to 50.5 from 50.3.

    Activity in the food and beverages, travel, hospitality and logistics sectors fell this month, NBS senior statistician Zhao Qinghe said in a statement. However, this drag was offset by a pickup in the construction PMI, which rose to a 3-month high of 52.8, Capital Economics’ Huang said.

    “Fiscal support looks to have continued to support infrastructure spending,” Huang added, but cautioned that “a fading fiscal tailwind is likely to slow activity in the second half of the year.”

    MORE STIMULUS

    Uncertainty also lingers among factory owners, as the business outlook index – which normally moves in line with the headline PMI – dropped in June and suggested producers were waiting on a more durable trade deal to a fragile framework agreed between Beijing and Washington earlier this month.

    That puts pressure on policymakers to roll out more support measures, as the government cannot afford for China’s vast manufacturing sector to stagnate or shrink, if its ambitious 2025 growth target of “around 5%” is to be met.

    Profits at China’s industrial firms swung sharply back into decline in May, which officials attributed to weak demand and falling industrial product prices.

    Policymakers are confident they can push ahead with reforms launched late last year to transition China’s economy from a manufacturing-led model to a consumer-driven one, Premier Li Qiang told delegates at World Economic Forum and Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank meetings last week.

    Such a shift in the engines of growth, which economists say is crucial to securing China’s future, could be progressed while maintaining strong growth, Li said.

    But economists say the transition could take years, and that reform typically comes at the cost of a more subdued economy in the short term.

    “Exports are expected to decelerate in the second half of the year, and domestic deflationary pressures will intensify,” said Dan Wang, China director at Eurasia Group, who expects more stimulus in coming months.

    “Household consumption cannot be a real short-term driver, but fiscal spending in things like infrastructure can deliver the kind of growth required to hit this year’s target.”

    (Reuters)

  • MIL-OSI China: Senior-friendly toys fuel growth of China’s silver economy

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Inside a senior care home, lively elders gathered around a tabletop hockey game, sharpening their minds and savoring the moment.

    These brain-teasing games, once seen as children’s play, are quickly becoming the latest craze among older adults.

    As China’s population ages rapidly, the once-overlooked market for senior-friendly toys is emerging as a new pillar of the booming silver economy.

    For Guan Weijiang, a toy merchant in Yiwu, a bustling trade hub in east China, the shift is quite evident.

    Over the past year, his online store has experienced a surge in demand for fitness and brain-training toys among older customers. Consumers aged 50 and above now make up 30 percent of his user base.

    “Our two best-selling toys fall into the fitness and puzzle categories. They’re not physically demanding, but they’re fun and perfect for elderly users to exercise or pass the time,” Guan said.

    “There’s actually quite a bit of overlap between toys for children and those for the elderly, as both help improve reflexes, grip strength and coordination. In fact, some children’s toys can be easily adapted for seniors with just a few simple tweaks,” Guan explained.

    Recognizing the potential of senior-friendly toys as a promising niche, he decided to seize the opportunity. Within just three months of launching over 10 products designed specifically for elderly users, his shop’s sales far exceeded expectations.

    On one of China’s leading e-commerce platforms, Taobao, searches for “senior-friendly toys” jumped 124 percent year on year, with transaction volumes increasing by over 70 percent. Consumers aged 55 and above now make up a growing proportion of buyers, and their purchasing frequency is accelerating.

    Seeing the expanding market, an increasing number of toy manufacturers across China are shifting their focus to meet the demands of older consumers.

    According to Cheng Xin from Taobao’s toys and collectibles team, the platform is seeing a wave of new shops selling toys for the elderly, with some newly established and many others converted from former children’s toy stores.

    “Toys are no longer just for children or symbols of pop culture. They are lifelong hobbies that can bring joy and mental enrichment to consumers of all ages,” Cheng said, adding that Taobao plans to launch a dedicated category for senior-friendly toys, along with tailored operational support for the segment.

    The rise of senior-friendly toys is not only creating new consumer demand but also catalyzing transformations across traditional industries.

    Yunhe County in Zhejiang Province, widely known as China’s “Wooden Toy Capital,” stands out as a particularly striking example.

    Building on decades of industrial experience, Yunhe is now integrating wooden toys with elderly care to develop an innovation-driven industry chain focused on cognitive wellness and entertainment.

    The key to this transformation lies in shifting from “fun” to “function.” So far, local manufacturers have developed over 200 wooden toys designed to improve hand-foot coordination and help slow memory loss among older adults.

    According to Yin Qian, president of Zhejiang Mimi Zhikang Technology Co., the company has developed over 100 wooden puzzle toys that are both entertaining and mentally stimulating.

    To enhance the cognitive and rehabilitative benefits of its products, the company collaborated with the Health Science Center (HSC) of Xi’an Jiaotong University and an Alzheimer’s prevention group based in Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province.

    So far, the company has secured more than 30 patents and supplies products to over 500 elderly care institutions across the country.

    Meanwhile, Yunhe is also eyeing international markets. In recent years, the county has expanded exports of its wooden toys to senior schools, nursing homes and community centers overseas.

    “In 2024, our products were successfully exported to Germany, Japan, and other markets, where they’ve been warmly received by elderly users,” Yin said.

    In the first quarter of this year, the company’s sales of elderly-oriented wooden toys rose 50 percent year on year.

    According to the Ministry of Civil Affairs, China’s elderly population is projected to grow by more than 10 million annually over the next decade. By 2035, the silver economy is expected to account for 9 percent of China’s GDP, up from 6 percent today.

    Data from market research firm iiMedia Research shows that China’s elderly care industry reached 12 trillion yuan (about 1.68 trillion U.S. dollars) in 2023, up 16.5 percent year on year. The silver economy is projected to hit around 30 trillion yuan by 2035, accounting for about 10 percent of GDP.

    The innovation in niche segments is opening up new avenues in the silver economy, according to Zhang Jinsong, secretary general of the Elder Education on Aging Committee of China Gerontological Society.

    “The silver economy is poised to evolve from meeting basic needs to fulfilling aspirations for quality and enjoyment,” he said. “That shift will unleash enormous potential.”

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  • Dalai Lama set to reveal succession plan as China watches

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The Dalai Lama will address a major three-day gathering of Buddhist religious figures this week ahead of his 90th birthday, as his followers wait for the Tibetan spiritual leader to share details about his succession in a move that could irk China.

    Beijing views the Dalai Lama, who fled Tibet in 1959 after a failed uprising against Chinese rule, as a separatist and says it will choose his successor. The Dalai Lama has said his successor will be born outside China and urged his followers to reject anyone chosen by Beijing.

    Tibetan Buddhists hold that enlightened monks are reborn to carry forward their spiritual legacy. The 14th Dalai Lama will turn 90 on Sunday and has said he would consult senior monks and others at this time to share possible clues on where his successor, a boy or a girl, could be found following his death.

    He has previously said he could possibly reincarnate in India, where he lives in exile near the northern Himalayan town of Dharamshala. He was identified as the reincarnation of his predecessor when he was two.

    Dolma Tsering Teykhang, the deputy speaker of the Tibetan parliament-in-exile in Dharamshala, said it was important for the world to hear directly from the Dalai Lama on the issue because while China “tries to vilify him at every chance … it is trying to frame rules and regulations on how to have the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama in their hand”.

    “China is trying to grab this institution … for its political purpose,” she said.

    “We want the incarnation of the Dalai Lama to be born not only for the survival of Tibet as a distinct culture, religion and nation, but also for the well-being of the whole humanity.”

    Thupten Ngodup, Tibet’s chief state oracle, said typically such discussions on the reincarnation do not take place when a monk is still alive but things are different now mainly because the “Chinese government is interfering”.

    Beijing said in March that the Dalai Lama was a political exile who had “no right to represent the Tibetan people at all”. China has said it is open to discussing his future if he recognises that Tibet and Taiwan are inalienable parts of China, a proposal the Tibetan government in exile has rejected.

    ‘AS IF HE’S NOT THERE’

    The religious conference this week, being held for the first time since 2019, will be attended by more than 100 Tibetan Buddhist leaders and will feature a video statement from the Dalai Lama.

    Hollywood star Richard Gere, a long-time follower of Tibetan Buddhism, will be among those attending, organisers have said.

    The Dalai Lama will attend prayers called by the Tibetan government in exile on July 5 and participate in his birthday celebrations a day later, according to a schedule shared by the organisers.

    He will speak at the celebrations for about half an hour. India’s parliamentary affairs minister, Kiren Rijiju, and some other Indian officials are expected to attend.

    Tibetans have been praying for his long health, especially since knee surgery in the U.S. last year, although the Dalai Lama told Reuters in December that he could live until he was 110. The previous Dalai Lama died earlier than expected at 58.

    The Dalai Lama and Tibetan officials say there is a system in place for the government-in-exile to continue its political work while officers of the Dalai Lama’s Gaden Phodrang Foundation search and recognise the next Dalai Lama.

    The current Dalai Lama set up the foundation in 2015 and its senior officers include several of his aides.

    Teykhang and other Tibetan officials said the Dalai Lama has been preparing his people for the day when he is gone, especially through his 2011 decision to hand his political role to a democratically elected government, ending a 368-year-old tradition of being both spiritual and temporal head of Tibetans.

    “Since he has come in the form of a human, we have to agree that there will be a moment when he is not with us,” said Teykhang. “His Holiness has really prepared us for that day, he made us act as if he’s not there.”

    (Reuters)

  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Aquatic products controls maintained

    Source: Hong Kong Information Services

    The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government today reiterated that the import of aquatic products from 10 higher-risk Japanese prefectures has been banned since August 24, 2023, adding that a public announcement will be made if there is any adjustment to the policy.

     

    The statement came in response to media enquiries on the relaxation of import control measures on Japanese food products by the Mainland.

     

    The General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China yesterday issued a “Notice on Conditional Resumption of the Import of Aquatic Products from Certain Regions in Japan”, announcing that imports of some aquatic products of Japanese origin – except for those from 10 specified prefectures – will resume with immediate effect.

     

    According to the notice, imports must comply with relevant national laws, regulations and food safety standards, and the Japanese authorities must effectively discharge their official regulatory responsibilities.

     

    In its statement, the HKSAR Government said imports of aquatic products from Tokyo, Fukushima, Chiba, Tochigi, Ibaraki, Gunma, Miyagi, Niigata, Nagano and Saitama have been banned since August 24, 2023, to safeguard food safety and protect public health in Hong Kong.

     

    The measure was taken in response to the discharge of nuclear-contaminated water from the Fukushima Nuclear Power Station into the sea by the Japanese government.

     

    The HKSAR Government said it must act in a prudent manner, given that the duration and scale of the discharge are unprecedented.

     

    It also outlined that it has maintained communication with the Japanese authorities on relevant issues. This has included requesting that Japan provide information on the latest situation, as well as scientific evidence concerning the discharge, to assess whether there may be conditions for relaxing the current precautionary measures.

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  • EAM Jaishankar on US visit from June 30; to attend Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on July 1

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar will pay an official visit to the United States from 30 June to 2 July at the invitation of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to participate in the next Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (QFMM), scheduled for 1 July, an official said on Sunday.

    In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that the Quad Foreign Ministers will build upon the discussions held during the last QFMM, which took place in Washington on January 21 this year.

    “They will exchange views on regional and global developments, particularly those concerning the Indo-Pacific, and review the progress made on various Quad initiatives in the run-up to the Quad Leaders’ Summit, which will be hosted by India. The Ministers are also expected to deliberate on new proposals aimed at advancing the shared vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific,” the MEA statement read.

    EAM Jaishankar will also inaugurate an exhibition titled, “The Human Cost of Terrorism” at the United Nations Headquarters, New York on June 30.

    “The exhibition will highlight the devastating toll of heinous terrorist acts around the world, and the steps taken by the international community to combat terrorism,” the statement noted.

    India’s UN Mission said it will “highlight the devastating toll of heinous terrorist acts around the world”.

    U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will host the upcoming QFMM, which will also be attended by Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong and Japan’s Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi, next Tuesday in Washington.

    Rubio’s first diplomatic engagement after he took office on January 21 was the Quad foreign ministers meeting, which took place a day after President Donald Trump was inaugurated.

    Next week’s meeting “builds on that momentum to advance a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific”, Principal Deputy Spokesperson for the Department of State, Thomas Pigott, said.

    “This is what American leadership looks like: strength, peace, and prosperity,” he said.

    Earlier, S. Jaishankar posted on X that he had a phone conversation with Penny Wong on Thursday in preparation for the Quad meeting.

    The Quad meeting will be the first time the ministers get together after the Pahalgam attack.

    It will come a day before Pakistan takes over the rotating presidency of the Security Council.

    The Quad meeting is expected to lay the groundwork for the Summit to be hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi which will bring US President Donald Trump, and Prime Ministers Anthony Albanese of Australia and Shigeru Ishiba of Japan to India.

    At their meeting in February, PM Modi said he looked forward to hosting Trump at the summit.

    The first foreign affairs meeting after Trump’s inauguration showed his administration’s regional priority as China’s threat loomed. However, the world’s attention turned to the Middle East and Ukraine.

    The conflict between Israel and Iran appears to have ebbed for now, freeing some bandwidth to turn attention to the Indo-Pacific, where China poses a challenge to the nations of the region.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Speech by SCST at opening ceremony of 26th International Sports Press Association Asia Congress (English only)

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Following is the speech by the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, at the opening ceremony of the 26th International Sports Press Association (AIPS) Asia Congress today (June 30):
     
    President Gianni Merlo (President of AIPS), Mr Timothy Fok (President of the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China), President Jung Hee-don (President of AIPS Asia), Kenneth (President of the Hong Kong Sports Press Association, Mr Kenneth Fok), Winfried (Chief Executive Officer of the Hong Kong Jockey Club, Mr Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges), distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen,
     
    Good morning and a big welcome to Hong Kong. It gives me great pleasure to join you today for the opening ceremony of the 26th AIPS Asia Congress. First of all, I would like to thank AIPS Asia and the Hong Kong Sports Press Association for bringing this important event to Hong Kong for the first time.
     
    This year 2025 marks a landmark chapter for Hong Kong as a premier sports events hub. In March, we proudly opened the Kai Tak Sports Park, a world-class sports infrastructure. I am sure some of you have already attended thrilling international sports events like the iconic Hong Kong Rugby Sevens, as well as the fascinating concerts that took place at the Kai Tak Stadium. In four weeks’ time, the Hong Kong Football Festival 2025 will bring Liverpool (FC) vs AC Milan, and the first ever North London Derby outside London, Arsenal vs Tottenham Hotspur, to the Kai Tai Stadium. These sold-out matches of course promise to be an extravaganza for football fans in this part of the world. 
     
    In November this year, Hong Kong will join hands with Guangdong Province and Macao SAR (Special Administrative Region) to co-host the 15th National Games of the People’s Republic of China. You know, to quote Ma Long, our ping pong captain of China, for many of the sports, ping pong in particular, winning a National Games gold medal is harder than winning an Olympic gold, because the athletes usually have the accolade of a world champion somewhere. All these events are more than just games and competitions. They showcase Hong Kong as a centre for major international sports events and create a festive atmosphere all through our city.
     
    To all our sports journalist friends here, we are going to keep you busy. You will be our partners to capture the many thrilling moments on the stage as well as the compelling human stories behind. Your work will bring all these events to life for audiences around the world, and I look forward to seeing you all at our sports venues, chronicling these defining moments.
     
    Before I close, I cordially invite you to immerse yourself in the unique charm and the iconic attractions of Hong Kong during your stay. I wish the Congress every success and I eagerly anticipate seeing your coverage of our mega events on your platforms. Thank you very much.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Discoveries give the ancient past a future

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    In 1956, a golden seal with a snake-shaped decoration was unearthed from ancient tombs at the Shizhaishan site in Kunming, capital of Yunnan province.

    A gold seal with a snake-shaped knob inscribed with four Chinese characters reading “Seal of the King of the Dian Kingdom”. [Photo provided to China Daily]

    Bearing the inscription “Seal of the King of the Dian Kingdom”, the artifact stands as compelling evidence of the ancient Dian Kingdom’s existence, a regional state that thrived more than 2,000 years ago on China’s southwestern frontier.

    The gold seal dating to the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC-AD 24) was granted by Emperor Wu of Han to the King of Dian after the local regime pledged allegiance, according to Western Han Dynasty’s historian Sima Qian’s Shiji, or Records of the Grand Historian.

    A gold seal with a snake-shaped knob inscribed with four Chinese characters reading “Seal of the King of the Dian Kingdom” (pictured). [Photo provided to China Daily]

    For years, the enigmatic southwestern frontier kingdom and its interactions with the central authority of the Western Han Dynasty have been shrouded in mystery, known only through brief mentions in Shiji. However, recent archaeological discoveries at Hebosuo site in Kunming’s Jinning district have brought to light the most compelling and detailed physical evidence.

    So far, over 2,000 clay seals have been unearthed at the Hebosuo site, revealing more than 10 different official titles. Additionally, more than 50,000 wooden slips have been discovered, which cover a wide range of topics, including official documents, legal papers, household records, postal communications, goods transactions and family property declarations.

    There are two notable highlights among the clay seals used to secure documents, much like stamped wax on an envelope. These include the seal of the magistrate of the Yizhou Commandery and the seal of the Dian Kingdom, each bearing distinctive inscriptions.

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  • MIL-OSI China: CPC membership grows as primary-level organizations become stronger

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    The membership of the Communist Party of China (CPC) has steadily expanded, with its structure continuing to improve and primary-level Party organizations growing stronger, according to a statistical report issued Monday ahead of the Party’s 104th founding anniversary.

    The CPC had more than 100.27 million members at the end of 2024, up by nearly 1.09 million from 2023, said the report released by the Organization Department of the CPC Central Committee.

    The CPC had 5.25 million primary-level organizations at the end of 2024, an increase of 74,000 compared with the previous year.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Zelensky approves Ukraine’s withdrawal from treaty banning anti-personnel mines

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Staff members of the State Service for Emergencies of Ukraine conduct search and clearance operations at the site of an air strike in Kiev, Ukraine, on June 23, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a decree on Sunday to withdraw the country from the Ottawa Convention — an international treaty that bans the use of anti-personnel landmines.

    The decree approves the National Security and Defense Council’s decision to pull out of the treaty “so as to protect the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine.”

    The withdrawal will take effect once it passes parliament, said Ukrainian lawmaker Roman Kostenko.

    “Russia is not a side of this convention,” Kostenko wrote on Facebook. “We cannot stay bound when the enemy has no limitations.”

    Ukraine signed the Ottawa Convention in 1999 and ratified it in 2005.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Ruthless PSG cruise past Inter Miami 4-0 at Club World Cup

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    European champions Paris Saint-Germain highlighted the gulf in class between European and North American football on Sunday, as Luis Enrique’s side overwhelmed Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami 4-0 to book a place in the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinals.

    PSG was simply much sharper than a rival that may have Messi as its standard-bearer, but is clearly not quick or strong enough to compete with the elite.

    The Inter Miami squad had a familiar look to PSG coach Luis Enrique, with five key figures from his time at FC Barcelona – Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, Luis Suarez and Messi – in the starting 11, and Javier Mascherano on the coaching staff.

    He may have known them well, but that didn’t mean Luis Enrique’s side showed any mercy.

    The problem for Inter was age. Busquets and Alba are both 36, while Messi and Suarez are 38. Although their talent and legacy are unquestioned, against Europe’s best, it wasn’t enough.

    Just three minutes into the match, goalkeeper Oscar Ustari was called into action to stop Bradley Barcola after a brilliant run by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.

    It was only a matter of time. PSG opened the scoring in the sixth minute when Joao Neves ghosted in at the far post to head in Vitinha’s free kick.

    Fabian Ruiz had a goal ruled out, but with PSG completely overrunning its opponent, the second goal felt inevitable. It came in the 39th minute when Neves finished a smooth passing move set up by Ruiz.

    The third came five minutes later, just before halftime, when Tomas Aviles deflected Desire Doue’s drilled cross into his own net. In first-half stoppage time, PSG carved open Inter’s defense again, with Achraf Hakimi adding a fourth.

    With the result all but sealed, PSG eased off in the second half, giving the game a more open feel and allowing Messi a few flashes of activity. He forced a save from Gianluigi Donnarumma in the 80th minute with a header, while at the other end, Ustari tipped over a Barcola shot in a half that did little to change the outcome. 

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  • MIL-OSI China: Kane, Neves lead Bayern, PSG to Club World Cup quarters

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain will meet in a tantalizing FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal after winning their round-of-16 matches on Sunday.

    In Miami, Harry Kane struck twice as Bayern Munich progressed with a 4-2 victory over a spirited Flamengo while Paris Saint-Germain eliminated Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami with a 4-0 rout in Atlanta.

    Bayern went ahead early at Hard Rock Stadium courtesy of an Erick Pulgar own goal and Kane doubled the lead with a long-range effort after a turnover.

    Gerson reduced the deficit by rifling home from 15 yards before Leon Goretzka controlled a defensive clearance with his chest and thumped a 25-yard drive past Agustin Rossi.

    The Brazilian side continued to press and Jorginho converted from the penalty spot after a Michael Olise handball just before the hour.

    But the Bundesliga champions pulled away again through Kane, who slotted a low shot past Rossi after Kimmich’s perfectly weighted pass.

    “In the first 20 minutes we were playing well but the intensity of the game was ferocious,” Bayern manager Vincent Kompany said.

    “I’m thinking, ‘Okay, in this heat, against this opponent, is this going to carry on?’ To be fair, we grew into the game and I think it was a good game for the fans. We are really happy to go to the next round.”

    Kompany said his team would prioritize rest before turning its focus to Saturday’s clash with PSG in Atlanta.

    “The main thing is we have to rest now, recover from this game, use every single day that we’ve got to rebuild our energy,” the former Manchester City defender said.

    “What more do you want? Top sides playing each other on the biggest stage. We’ll be ready for that.”

    Earlier, Joao Neves scored twice as Paris Saint-Germain netted four first-half goals en route to a comprehensive win over Inter Miami.

    Portugal international Neves opened the scoring for the European champions by meeting a sumptuous free-kick from compatriot Vitinha to head home at the far post. Neves then combined with Fabian Ruiz for an easy tap-in after Sergio Busquets gave the ball away in front of his own box.

    Nothing went right for the MLS club and Tomas Aviles inadvertently chested the ball into his own net after Desire Doue’s cross from the right flank. Moroccan right-back Achraf Hakimi fired home a fourth goal after his initial attempt from eight yards rebounded off the bar.

    Eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi, playing against his former club, did his best to lift Inter Miami in the second half with a series of vintage dribbles and a near-miss with a header. But his team could do little more than limit the damage as PSG showed the gulf in quality between Europe’s elite and the MLS.

    “It’s a great feeling. I think we started the match almost perfectly, controlling play and creating a lot of chances,” PSG manager Luis Enrique said.

    “The second half was different. We had less energy and they could have scored a goal, but I’m happy with all the players, with the mentality, with the attitude. We need to improve, like always because that’s professional football, but I’m happy.”

    Inter Miami boss Javier Mascherano said he could not have asked for more from his players.

    “In terms of the tournament, my take is that we have accomplished the goals we set for ourselves,” the Argentine said. “We have met the expectations that were placed on us.

    “It’s difficult when it’s 4-0 and you know you don’t have much chance. You don’t expect to change the result but it was important to show a good image to the people. The players did really well in the second half, they tried to do their best, this is the way we want to play.”

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  • MIL-OSI China: China’s manufacturing sector sees stronger momentum in June

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    China’s manufacturing sector sees stronger momentum in June

    Xinhua | June 30, 2025

    China’s manufacturing sector gathered steam this month as more industries returned to growth and high-tech and consumer goods production remained vibrant, official data showed Monday.

    The purchasing managers’ index (PMI) for China’s manufacturing sector rose for the second straight month to 49.7 in June, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said in a statement. The reading was 49.5 in May and 49 in April.

    Of 21 surveyed industries, 11 logged expansion this month, up from 7 in May. The PMIs for the manufacturing of equipment, high-tech products and consumer goods have stayed in the expansion zone for two consecutive months, standing at 51.4, 50.9, and 50.4, respectively.

    A PMI reading above 50 reflects expansion, while suggesting contraction if below 50.

    Monday’s data also showed that the non-manufacturing PMI came in at 50.5 in June, up 0.2 percentage points from the previous month, and the general PMI climbed from 50.4 to 50.7. As all three major indices rose, the overall economic climate continued to improve, NBS statistician Zhao Qinghe said.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Shandong Province’s Caoxian County: Hanfu Industry Becomes New Driver of Rural Revitalization

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    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Caoxian County, Heze City, is located in the southwest of Shandong Province, bordering Henan Province. It is one of the production and sales bases of traditional Chinese costumes (hanfu) in China. Currently, there are more than 2,750 hanfu production enterprises, about 15,000 online stores, and about 100,000 workers in the county. The annual sales volume of hanfu is about 12 billion yuan, making this industry a new engine for local income growth and rural revival.

    Relying on hanfu production and e-commerce, Caoxian County has formed a complete industrial chain covering original R&D, design and production, copyright protection, cutting, embroidery and printing, show and exhibition, and online marketing. At present, the hanfu industry in Caoxian County is rapidly developing towards scale, branding, and high-quality production. Hanfu, mainly mamianqun skirts, are sold to more than 10 countries and regions around the world, including Australia, Canada, and the European Union.

    Photos by a Xinhua News Agency correspondent.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Flights between China’s Kunming and Myanmar’s Mandalay, disrupted by earthquake, have resumed

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    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    KUNMING, June 30 (Xinhua) — Flights in both directions between Kunming, capital of southwest China’s Yunnan Province, and Mandalay in Myanmar, which were suspended in March due to a powerful earthquake, resumed on Sunday.

    According to the Yunnan branch of China Eastern Airlines, flights MU2029/MU2030 on the Kunming-Mandalay route are operated by Boeing 737 aircraft. The schedule remains the same: four round-trip flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.

    Flights were suspended after a magnitude 7.9 earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28. The natural disaster damaged many facilities, including the infrastructure of the Mandalay airport.

    China Eastern Airlines expressed confidence that the resumption of air traffic will have a positive impact on bilateral trade, cultural and people-to-people exchanges, and cooperation in post-disaster recovery between China and Myanmar, and will strengthen ties between Yunnan Province and Southeast Asia.

    The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) remained China’s largest trading partner in January-May. During this period, trade turnover between the two sides reached 3.02 trillion yuan (about 422 billion US dollars), an increase of 9.1 percent compared to the same period last year. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: 11 killed, seven injured in Sudan gold mine collapse

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    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    KHARTOUM, June 30 (Xinhua) — At least 11 people were killed and seven injured when a shaft collapsed at a gold mine in northeastern Sudan, state-owned Mineral Resources said Sunday.

    The incident occurred at the Kersh al-Fil mine in the Huwaid region, between the cities of Atbara and Haya, the company said in a statement, without giving a date for the collapse.

    The company said the mine had previously been closed for safety reasons.

    The company promised to continue monitoring mining operations and improve safety standards, calling on miners to comply with safety and environmental regulations.

    Traditional mining accounts for a significant share of Sudan’s gold production, but the sector is prone to accidents due to poor safety standards and outdated infrastructure.

    About 1.5 million prospectors mine almost 80 percent of Sudan’s gold, which was officially estimated to be about 64 tons in 2024. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI China: 21 Palestinians killed by Israeli army across Gaza

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Palestinians are seen near a site of an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City, on June 27, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

    At least 21 Palestinians were killed on Sunday in Israeli airstrikes and gunfire across the Gaza Strip, Gaza’s civil defense said, as the Israeli army ordered the evacuation of wide areas in Gaza City and northern parts of the enclave amid escalating military operations.

    According to Mahmoud Basal, spokesperson for the civil defense in Gaza, Israeli warplanes struck residential houses and tents sheltering displaced people in various areas of the enclave, killing at least 17 people, including women and children. Dozens of others were injured, some critically.

    Basal told Xinhua that four other Palestinians were killed while searching for food near the U.S.-backed aid distribution center in the Shakoush area, north of Rafah in southern Gaza.

    There was no immediate comment from the Israeli army on these incidents.

    Munir al-Bursh, director general of Gaza’s health authorities, told Xinhua on Sunday the Israeli army has intensified its attacks over the past 24 hours, targeting residential areas and shelter centers.

    “We are witnessing daily casualties and a worsening health crisis. Artillery fire is dispersing crowds waiting for aid,” al-Bursh said, noting that most injuries were to the head and chest.

    Gaza’s health authorities warned that the humanitarian and medical situation has reached catastrophic levels due to the continued blockade that restricts the entry of emergency medical supplies.

    Meanwhile, local sources told Xinhua that Israeli artillery shelled the eastern and southern outskirts of Gaza City, Jabalia in the north, and Khan Younis in the south, amid fierce fighting with Palestinian armed groups.

    Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, said in a press statement on Sunday that its fighters had targeted an Israeli D9 bulldozer with a Yasin 105 missile east of Khan Younis, causing it to catch fire.

    The group also claimed to have shelled Israeli army positions in the Ma’an area with mortars.

    Also on Sunday, the Israeli army issued evacuation orders for residents in Jabalia and the Gaza City neighborhoods of al-Zaytoun, al-Tuffah, al-Daraj, and al-Sabra, urging civilians to move to the al-Mawasi area in southern Gaza. The directive marks one of the largest evacuation orders issued in recent months.

    Israeli army spokesperson for Arabic media Avichay Adraee warned that military operations would intensify in these areas and expand westward toward the city center.

    Following the warning, witnesses reported that dozens of families fled their homes under heavy bombardment. Streets were filled with civilians, many carrying belongings on foot or in private vehicles, heading southward in search of safety.

    On Sunday, Palestinian presidential spokesperson Nabil Abu Rudeineh warned of the danger of what he described as the largest displacement campaign in Gaza since the start of the conflict.

    He urged the United States to pressure Israel to halt its operations and push for a ceasefire to prevent further escalation.

    Abu Rudeineh reaffirmed that any political initiative must guarantee the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, including the establishment of an independent state with East Jerusalem as its capital based on the 1967 borders.

    At least 6,175 Palestinians had been killed and 21,378 others injured since Israel renewed its intensive strikes in Gaza on March 18, bringing the total death toll since October 2023 to 56,500, and injuries to 133,419, Gaza’s health authorities said on Sunday.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Iran’s top military commander questions Israel’s ceasefire commitment

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    A state funeral for the military commanders and nuclear scientists killed during a 12-day conflict with Israel is held in Tehran, Iran, on June 28, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

    Iran’s top military commander on Sunday questioned Israel’s commitment to a recently agreed ceasefire following 12 days of fighting, warning that Tehran was prepared to respond forcefully to any renewed aggression, according to the semi-official Tasnim news agency.

    Abdolrahim Mousavi, chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, made the remarks during a phone call with Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman, as the two discussed the conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States.

    “We have serious doubts about the enemy’s adherence to the ceasefire,” Mousavi said. “If aggression is repeated, we are fully prepared to respond decisively.”

    He accused Israel and the United States of launching attacks on Iran despite what he described as Tehran’s restraint, including during indirect nuclear talks with Washington.

    Saudi Arabia’s defense chief condemned “aggression” against Iran and said Riyadh had made efforts to help end the conflict, according to Tasnim. The two sides also agreed to maintain consultations aimed at improving bilateral ties and promoting regional stability.

    Separately, Iran’s deputy foreign minister for political affairs, Majid Takht-Ravanchi, said Tehran had not scheduled any meeting with U.S. officials, rejecting recent claims by U.S. President Donald Trump of upcoming nuclear talks, state media reported.

    Speaking at the close of a NATO summit earlier this week, Trump said U.S. and Iranian officials would meet the following week to discuss a possible nuclear deal.

    The conflict escalated on June 13 when Israel launched airstrikes on Iranian territory, targeting military and nuclear facilities. The attacks killed senior commanders, nuclear scientists, and civilians, according to Iranian officials.

    Iran retaliated with waves of missile and drone strikes against Israel. On June 22, U.S. forces bombed three Iranian nuclear facilities – Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. In response, Iran struck the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.

    A ceasefire between Iran and Israel was reached last Tuesday after nearly two weeks of fighting.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Chinese Kung Fu dance drama captivates Romanian audience

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Members of the Longyun Martial Arts Group stage a special performance of the Chinese Kung Fu dance drama “11 Warriors” at Bucharest National Opera House in celebration of the International Day of Dialogue among Civilizations in Bucharest, Romania, June 28, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

    A special performance of the Chinese Kung Fu dance drama “11 Warriors” captivated audiences at the Bucharest National Opera House on Saturday evening, in celebration of the International Day of Dialogue among Civilizations.

    Co-organized by the Chinese Embassy in Romania, the Bucharest Chinese Cultural Center, and the Romania-China House, the event drew more than 900 attendees, including diplomats, cultural officials, and public figures.

    Members of the Longyun Martial Arts Group stage a special performance of the Chinese Kung Fu dance drama “11 Warriors” at Bucharest National Opera House in celebration of the International Day of Dialogue among Civilizations in Bucharest, Romania, June 28, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

    The performance was presented by the Longyun Martial Arts Group, founded by renowned Chinese film star Jackie Chan. Blending martial arts, modern dance, and multimedia, the production traces the evolution of Chinese Kung Fu-from its origins in combat to its philosophical and spiritual depth.

    At the conclusion of the show, the audience gave a standing ovation lasting over 10 minutes. “We were overwhelmed,” said performer Cao Jialong. “It made us proud to see Chinese culture embraced so warmly on the world stage.”

    Members of the Longyun Martial Arts Group stage a special performance of the Chinese Kung Fu dance drama “11 Warriors” at Bucharest National Opera House in celebration of the International Day of Dialogue among Civilizations in Bucharest, Romania, June 28, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

    Irina Cajal, undersecretary of state at the Romanian Ministry of Culture, hailed the performance as “a shining example of professionalism,” calling it “both professional and academic” and “one of the most impressive performances” she had ever seen.

    “I’m sure that in the future, collaborations like this will continue,” she added. “For years, the cooperation between Romania and China has been strong, and this is a major achievement for both sides.”

    Members of the Longyun Martial Arts Group stage a special performance of the Chinese Kung Fu dance drama “11 Warriors” at Bucharest National Opera House in celebration of the International Day of Dialogue among Civilizations in Bucharest, Romania, June 28, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

    Audience member and martial arts practitioner Maxine Yanscu echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the cultural significance of the art form. “Martial arts represent many of the core values and principles of Chinese culture,” she said. “They express that beautifully through movement.”

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  • MIL-OSI China: China’s manufacturing PMI rises to 49.7 in June

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    A worker works at an assembly line of Voyah, a Chinese NEV brand, in Wuhan, central China’s Hubei Province, April 9, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

    The purchasing managers’ index (PMI) for China’s manufacturing sector came in at 49.7 in June, up 0.2 percentage point from May, official data showed Monday.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Kane brace sinks Flamengo as Bayern reach last 8

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Harry Kane struck twice as Bayern Munich progressed to the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinals with a 4-2 win over a spirited Flamengo on Sunday.

    Leon Goretzka was also on target for the German side, which benefited from an Erick Pulgar own goal, while Gerson and Jorginho scored for Flamengo at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

    The result means Bayern will face Paris Saint-Germain in Atlanta on Saturday for a place in the last four after the French and European champions trounced Inter Miami 4-0 earlier in the day.

    Flamengo bows out after a combative display that saw it recover from a 2-0 deficit to briefly trouble the Bundesliga champions but ultimately fall short.

    It took just six minutes for Bayern to go ahead as Pulgar nodded into his own net while attempting to clear a Joshua Kimmich corner.

    Vincent Kompany’s men doubled their advantage shortly after when the Brazilian giants lost possession in their own half and the ball fell to Kane, who took a touch before lashing a left-footed shot from distance that rebounded in off the post.

    Despite the early deficit, Flamengo did not fold, and created its first clear chance when an unchecked Luiz Araujo forced a sharp save from Manuel Neuer.

    Pulgar then had an attempt blocked, and Araujo volleyed wide before Gerson finally broke Bayern’s resistance just after the half hour. The Brazil international pounced on a loose ball in the area to rifle in a first-time effort from 15 yards, leaving Neuer with no chance.

    Just when Flamengo looked to be back in the contest, Bayern wrested back the momentum. Goretzka showed superb composure and skill as he intercepted a rushed defensive clearance with his chest before thumping a low 25-yard drive past Agustin Rossi.

    Pulgar was fortunate not to be sent off on the stroke of halftime for a studs-up challenge on Harry Kane that earned him a yellow card and almost sparked a melee.

    Flamengo emerged from the break with renewed energy as Jorginho, Gerson and Pulgar began to take control in midfield.

    Filipe Luis’ men were rewarded for their efforts in the 55th minute when Jorginho struck from the penalty spot after a Michael Olise handball.

    It was no less than Flamengo deserved as the Rio de Janeiro-based side showed it could compete on equal footing with its more fancied opponent.

    But Bayern pulled away again through Kane, who capitalized on another turnover in Flamengo’s half to slot a low shot past Rossi after Kimmich’s perfectly weighted pass. 

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  • MIL-OSI China: China lose to Canada at Men’s Volleyball Nations League

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    The Chinese team lost 3-0 to Canada in the 2025 Men’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) Chicago leg on Sunday.

    In the first set, the two teams were tied from 1-1 to 12-12 before Canada pulled away with five straight points to lead 17-12. China closed the gap to 20-21 with blocks from Zhang Zhejia and Li Yongzhen and powerful attacks by Jiang Chuan. However, Canada held on to take the set 25-23 with strong serving and offense.

    Jiang Chuan (R) of China spikes during the Pool 5 match between China and Canada at the Men’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) 2025 in Chicago, the United States, June 29, 2025. (Photo by Joel Lerner/Xinhua)

    China fell behind 4-7 in the second set but responded with four straight points to lead 8-7. The teams stayed close until 16-16, when Canada pulled ahead to win 25-20. China committed more errors, saw a drop in offensive efficiency, and struggled to contain Canada’s momentum.

    In the third set, China trailed 6-1 early but narrowed the gap to 8-7 before losing steam. Led by captain Jiang Chuan, the team rallied to 19-17, but Canada held on to win the set 25-23 and seal the match.

    Zhang Jingyin missed the match due to a knee injury, while Jiang Chuan returned to the starting lineup. China had opportunities to tie or take the lead in both the first and third sets but fell short in key moments.

    The team continues to face challenges with first-pass stability, quick-attack execution from middle blockers, and setter variation.

    Ranked 11th in the world, Canada holds a clear advantage over 24th-ranked China. This latest defeat marks China’s fourth straight loss to Canada, compounding a psychological disadvantage.

    Jiang expressed his frustration. “Losing four matches in the Chicago leg is a wake-up call. We need to change some things in the next leg and strive for better performance,” he said.

    “We didn’t play our best match. One or two players did a good job, a lot of players could not bring what they can do,” said China’s Belgian head coach Vital Heynen. “But (for sports) sometimes you don’t play as good as you are. We have to accept.”

    “Seeing our whole situation, injuries, putting players coming back, some players have to take a lot of loads who are not used to do that, and cannot always bring that, that’s normal,” Heynen said. “I blame myself and the team, like we together are not good enough.”

    “I think every match is so difficult for us. So we will try next week to win at least one match, to have at least a good ending of this VNL.”

    Five national teams from China, the United States, Brazil, Italy and Canada competed in the Chicago leg of the 2025 VNL. China lost all four of its matches.

    The VNL group stage spans three weeks, with Chicago hosting the second week. The third week will take place in Gdansk, Poland; Ljubljana, Slovenia; and the Kanto region of Japan. The finals are scheduled for July 30 to August 3 in Ningbo Beilun, east China’s Zhejiang Province. 

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