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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: FS completes visit to Seoul, Korea

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

         The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, continued his visit to Seoul, today (July 10). He visited NAVER, a leading Korean innovation and technology (I&T) enterprise engaged in diverse fields such as electronic payments, e-commerce, fintech, information technology, cloud services, AI and robotics. Mr Chan was briefed by the company’s management and research and development (R&D) heads on its development journey, technological innovations, application scenarios and future business directions. He also had in-depth exchanges with them, and watched a demonstration of NAVER’s AI and robotics applications.

         Mr Chan noted that Hong Kong is also making great strides in developing its AI sector and is actively enhancing the related infrastructure. Institutions such as the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks and Cyberport are working to build a more vibrant I&T ecosystem. Under the “one country, two systems” principle, Hong Kong, being an international financial centre, offers a comprehensive range of fundraising options and a robust legal system that safeguards data and intellectual property rights. He welcomed NAVER to collaborate with Hong Kong partners of relevant fields in R&D and business development, and to leverage Hong Kong as a fundraising platform to support its international expansion.

         Mr Chan also visited Seoul’s Digital Media City today. The Digital Media City is home to numerous companies in areas such as digital media, film and entertainment, gaming and animation, and information technology. It is a project led by the Seoul Metropolitan Government. Mr Chan met with the management team to learn more about the project’s development history and future plans, and visited an exhibition showcasing how extended reality technology is being used to support urban development.

         In addition, Mr Chan paid a courtesy call on the Chinese Ambassador to the Republic of Korea, Mr Dai Bing. He briefed the Ambassador on the latest social and economic developments in Hong Kong, as well as recent trends in Hong Kong-Korea economic and trade relations. The two also exchanged views on the global geopolitical and economic landscape, regional trade co-operation and the development of China-Korea relations.

         Mr Chan completed his visit to Seoul today and will depart for Hong Kong in the evening.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Speech by SJ at Hong Kong legal services seminar in Paris, France (English only) (with photo)

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

         Following is the keynote speech by the Secretary for Justice, Mr Paul Lam, SC, at the “Paris Seminar: Hong Kong Legal Services – Gateway to China and Beyond” organised by the Department of Justice in Paris, France on July 9 (Paris time):
     
    His Excellency Mr Deng Li (Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to the French Republic), distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen,
     
    Good afternoon. Firstly, on behalf of the Department of Justice, I would like to welcome all of you joining our seminar this afternoon. I have to express my gratitude to Mr Deng Li for giving the very important opening remarks, and for helping the Department of Justice in organising this very important seminar. Second, I also wish to express my gratitude to all the supporting organisations, which include the legal professional bodies in Hong Kong, the important arbitration institutions, and leading law firms. This is in fact my first official visit to this part of the world, including France, and I think this is also the first occasion that the Department of Justice organised a seminar focusing on the legal services of Hong Kong. I’m very pleased and honoured to be able to invite very eminent speakers from both Hong Kong and France to share their experience with you in a minute. There will be two panel discussions this afternoon. I would also like to take the opportunity to thank all the speakers.
     
    What I intend to do is just to set the scene and give an overview of the theme of today’s seminar. The topic for today is Hong Kong’s legal services. There is only one important message that I wish to convey successfully at the end of today, that is Hong Kong’s common law system serves as a unique gateway to China and beyond.
     
    Why Hong Kong is a unique gateway? The short answer is that under the very important principle of “one country, two systems”, on the one hand, Hong Kong’s common law system has a number of very essential elements which are crucial and important to the business community. But at the same time, precisely because Hong Kong is a part of China, we also have very unique and important connection with the Mainland’s legal system, which is unparalleled. So this is the short answer. But to make good my point, I would like to focus on, in my belief, six very important characteristics of Hong Kong’s common law system.
     
    My first point is that Hong Kong’s common law system is very stable. Hong Kong is the only common law jurisdiction within China and the continuation of the practice of common law system is guaranteed by the Basic Law, which is a constitutional document. So this is something that is not going to change. I also wish to use a very recent example to demonstrate the confidence that both China and the international community has in Hong Kong. On May 30, 2025, the convention concerning the establishment of the International Organization for Mediation was signed in Hong Kong. It was signed by 33 countries around the world including China and many countries in Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America and even in Europe. I think the population of all these countries added together, cost you about one third of this world’s population.
     
    The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Wang Yi, came to Hong Kong and gave a very important speech. He explained why the party decided to hold the signing ceremony in Hong Kong, and more importantly, to set up the headquarters of the International Organization for Mediation in Hong Kong. The reason is that, because of “one country, two systems”, Hong Kong has the best of both worlds. On the one hand, we have a very strong common law tradition. But on the other hand, the People’s Republic of China is a civil law system. So we are a common law system in the context of a civil law system. That gives us a unique strength which makes it the perfect place to host the headquarters of the International Organization for Mediation. This is my first point – Hong Kong’s common law system is very, very stable.
     
    The second point is that Hong Kong’s common law system is very user-friendly. Hong Kong is in fact the only bilingual common law system in the world, using both English and Chinese. So all our statutes will be written in both languages. And of course, English is the language for the international business community. But apart from language, we have been working very hard to ensure that our legislation and   common law will meet the demand of the changing needs of the international community, or make it even more attractive. I wish to cite one recent example. In mid-May this year, we have just amended our company law to make it easier for companies being operated overseas to re-domicile to Hong Kong, so that these overseas companies can take advantage of the tax policy and regulatory regime in Hong Kong. And I understand that two major insurance companies have indicated that they will re-domicile to Hong Kong in November this year.
     
    My third point is that Hong Kong’s common law system provides a very safe and secure environment. Under the Basic Law, free flow of capital is guaranteed, free movement of properties including money in all forms of property is guaranteed. For as long as your investment, your money, your property, your business in Hong Kong, they are well protected by a very sophisticated regulatory regime administered by bodies such the Securities and Futures Commission, our Independent Commission Against Corruption and so on and so forth. One of the good reputation that Hong Kong enjoys is that corruption or malpractice is almost absent. So there’s no concern of corruption and other sort of malpractice. At the same time, we also make tremendous effort in ensuring that people can explore new opportunities in the safe environment. The recent example is the Stablecoins Ordinance. The Stablecoins Ordinance was enacted and will come into effect on August 1. Under this new ordinance, there will be a licensing regime for people or for traders in stablecoins. So we will allow trading and use of stablecoins subject to a very strict set of regulation to ensure that people will not be exposed to unnecessary risks. So this is my third point – Hong Kong’s common law system provides a very safe and secure environment.
     
    The fourth point is that Hong Kong’s common law system is extremely credible. One of the key reasons is that Hong Kong has a very independent and reputable judiciary. Our courts enjoy the final power of adjudication. And one special feature is that in our Court of Final Appeal, we have invited eminent judges from other common law jurisdictions to sit on a part-time basis. So at the moment, there are six foreign non-permanent judges. Two come from England, they are Lord Hoffmann and Lord Neuberger, three from Australia and one from New Zealand. The most recent appointment was made and confirmed in June, Sir William Young, who used to be a judge of the Supreme Court of New Zealand. Apart from Court of Final Appeal, we also invite judges from other common law jurisdictions to sit in our Court of First Instance.
     
    But litigation is not the only means of resolving disputes. Hong Kong is also very famous for its international arbitration service. In the very recent Queen Mary University of London’s survey, which is the most important international survey on arbitration, Hong Kong ranked second in the world after London, Hong Kong and Singapore both ranked the second. The important thing that’s worth noting is that among the cases handled by the most important institution, the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC), almost 70 per cent of those cases are international in nature in the sense that either one of the parties would be a party not from Hong Kong. Even more importantly, around 15 per cent of cases handled by the HKIAC, in those cases, neither party came from Asia. So the only reason that they chose Hong Kong is, of course, because they’re confident in our arbitration service. This is my fourth point – Hong Kong’s system is very credible.
     
    My fifth point is that Hong Kong has an abundant supply of high-quality legal professionals with rich experience in handling cross-boundary or transboundary matters. Hong Kong’s legal profession is divided into two branches based on the English system. We have around 1 700 barristers who are specialists in dispute resolution. They will be engaged and instructed to appear in court in litigation and very often in arbitration. There are around 110 Senior Counsel, which will be equivalent to King’s Counsel in England. And on top of that, we adopt a very open policy. So on some cases, we will allow London Silk, a Senior Counsel, a King’s Counsel from London to take part in litigations in Hong Kong.
     
    Turning to another branch of the legal profession, the solicitors, I think there are more than 11 000 solicitors in Hong Kong, more than 900 law firms, and almost 400 of these law firms would either have offices outside Hong Kong or representative offices in Mainland China. And insofar as France is concerned, I think there are around 14 law firms in Hong Kong which have offices in France and there are also five French law firms having office in Hong Kong. So France does have a significant presence in Hong Kong. And also we have offices, lawyers practicing here in Paris. The point that I wish to make is that the legal service provided in Hong Kong is very international, so if you instruct a Hong Kong lawyer, you are not simply receiving Hong Kong legal service, you are receiving global legal service, so this is my fifth point.
     
    The last point is the very special and unique connection between the Hong Kong’s common law system and the Mainland’s civil law system. I wish to use a few examples. Up to the present, Hong Kong and the Mainland have signed nine very important mutual legal assistance arrangements. And the most often used arrangement concerns the recognition and enforcement of arbitration awards. So an arbitration award in Hong Kong can be easily enforced and recognised on the Mainland under the scheme substantially the same as that under the New York Convention. And more importantly, back in 2019, Hong Kong and Mainland China have entered into a very special arrangement, under which for arbitrations administered by specific arbitration institution in Hong Kong, the parties will be at liberty to appear or to apply before the Mainland Court for interim measures. For example, interim injunctions preserving assets or evidence that turn out to be an extremely important practical tool. So ever since the scheme came into effect on October 1, 2019, up to May this year, there were around 146 applications and the amount involved in these interim injunctions will be in the region of about US$5 billion. That’s a piece of evidence demonstrating the practical utility of this measure.
     
    My last example concerns a very recent measure introduced in February this year. It concerns the Greater Bay Area, which consists of Hong Kong, Macau, and also nine important cities in the Guangdong Province. The size of the Greater Bay Area is more like Croatia, and the population is around 86 million. And the GDP of the Greater Bay Area has already exceeded Australia, which would be the top 10 to consider as a single economic entity. So back in February, we introduced a new measure, which allows Hong Kong enterprises in certain cities in the Greater Bay Area to have the option of choosing Hong Kong law as the governing law to regulate their contracts, and also to choose Hong Kong as the seat for arbitration. Because in the past, if a foreign company or even a Hong Kong company set up an establishment on the Mainland, you have to use Mainland law. And for arbitration, you can only do the arbitration on the Mainland, so the options that I’ve just mentioned were not open. The other important point is that, insofar on the definition of Hong Kong enterprise is concerned, it doesn’t matter the percentage of interest owned by the Hong Kong party. For example, it’s very easy for a French company to come to Hong Kong to find a partner, a Hong Kong partner, which may hold a very small interest, say one per cent. So as long as there’s some common interest, it will be qualified as a Hong Kong enterprise, and that will give you the liberty to choose Hong Kong law or to use Hong Kong as a place of arbitration, so this is my sixth point.
     
    To sum up, Hong Kong’s common law system is stable, it’s very user-friendly, it’s very safe and secure, it’s very credible, and we have an abundant supply of international legal professionals. And lastly, we have very unique connection with the Mainland system. And my dear friends, it’s really the combination, it’s really the sum total of these six elements, which in my view, render Hong Kong a unique gateway. Hong Kong is definitely not the only gateway, but I’m very confident to say that because of the matters that I mentioned, Hong Kong as a gateway is unique. It’s unparalleled. It’s something that you cannot find elsewhere.
     
    President Xi Jinping said that the rule of law provides the best business environment (法治是最好的營商環境). I think Hong Kong offers the best business environment because we have a very strong rule of law based on a common law system, which has all the unique characteristics that I said. I think Hong Kong’s reputation is very recognised internationally. According to a survey done by the IMD, the International Institute for Management Development based in Switzerland very recently, in terms of global competitiveness, Hong Kong ranked the third. Hong Kong actually ranked the second in terms of government efficiency and business efficiency. When it comes to our tax policy and business legislation, Hong Kong actually ranked the first. I think this is a very objective assessment of the reputation enjoyed by Hong Kong.
     
    Ladies and gentlemen, I’m sure that you will be more convinced by what I have just said after hearing from our very eminent speakers who will share their experience in handling legal matters or in relation to China, Hong Kong and also France in the next two hours or so. Now, to conclude, I would like to thank all of you again for joining this legal seminar, and I sincerely hope that you will find today’s seminar constructive and enjoyable. Thank you very much.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: SJ attends DoJ seminar to promote Hong Kong legal services in Paris (with photos)

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

    The Secretary for Justice, Mr Paul Lam, SC, arrived in Paris, France, on July 8 (Paris time) to continue his European visit. He attended a Hong Kong legal services seminar organised by the Department of Justice (DoJ) and met with representatives of international organisations to introduce Hong Kong’s advantages in legal services and its arbitration system.
     
    In Paris, Mr Lam first met with the President of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), Ms Elisa de Anda Madrazo. Noting that the FATF leads global action to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing, Mr Lam said that Hong Kong, as an international financial centre, has always supported the FATF’s work in maintaining the stability of the international financial system, and that the DoJ has actively participated in mutual evaluations among FATF member jurisdictions.
     
    Afterwards, Mr Lam visited the Paris Maritime Arbitration Chamber (Chambre arbitrale maritime de Paris) and met with the Secretary General of the Paris Maritime Arbitration Chamber, Mrs Pascale Mesnil, to learn about its operation and the situation in the French arbitration sector, as well as developments in resolving international maritime disputes through arbitration. Mr Lam said that Hong Kong has been committed to optimising its arbitration system through multi-pronged policy measures, enhancing and consolidating its status as an international legal and dispute resolution services centre in the Asia-Pacific region. Mr Lam also expressed hope for deepening exchanges and co-operation with the French arbitration sector.
     
    On the morning of July 9 (Paris time), Mr Lam visited the office of the French National and Olympic Sports Committee (CNOSF) and met with representatives of the Chamber of Arbitration for Sport (Chambre Arbitrale du Sport) and the Conference of Conciliators of the CNOSF to learn about the committee’s services in sports arbitration and conciliation, and he introduced the DoJ’s work in promoting the development of sports dispute resolution in Hong Kong.
     
    At noon, Mr Lam attended a luncheon hosted by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to the French Republic, Mr Deng Li, and briefed him on Hong Kong’s efforts in safeguarding national security, ensuring the implementation of the principle of “one country, two systems” by rule of law, and leveraging its unique advantages to promote development in various aspects.
     
    In the afternoon, Mr Lam attended the Paris Seminar entitled “Hong Kong Legal Services – Gateway to China and Beyond”, which was organised by the DoJ, sharing with about 130 guests and participants the unique advantages of Hong Kong’s legal services under the principle of “one country, two systems” with guests. In his keynote speech, Mr Lam said that Hong Kong is the only common law jurisdiction in China and the only jurisdiction in the world with a bilingual common law system in both Chinese and English. As an international legal and dispute resolution service centre, Hong Kong’s common law system is rigorous and mature, belonging to the same legal system as the world’s major economies and in line with international trade and business rules. Hong Kong’s legal services industry is professional and comprehensive, providing high-quality legal services to global financial and commercial activities. Two panel sessions were held afterwards to discuss the co-operation between Hong Kong and France in commercial law, as well as the latest developments in the mechanism of arbitration and alternative dispute resolution.
     
    During the Paris Seminar, Mr Lam also witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the eBRAM International Online Dispute Resolution Centre and Jus Mundi, an AI-powered legal research platform based in Paris, to further enhance co-operation in legal and alternative dispute resolution between the two places.
     
    Mr Lam will depart for Rome, Italy, today (July 10, Paris time) to continue his visit programme.

    MIL OSI Asia Pacific News –

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Israel’s military says it intercepted a rocket fired from Yemen

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

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

    JERUSALEM, July 10 (Xinhua) — The Israeli army said it intercepted a rocket fired from Yemen toward Israel early Thursday morning, after air raid sirens went off in several areas including Tel Aviv.

    Israel’s national health service, Magen David Adom, said it had received no reports of casualties.

    The Houthis have not yet commented on this information.

    The missile was fired days after Israel launched massive airstrikes on Sunday against Houthi-controlled targets, including three Red Sea ports, a power plant and a ship.

    Israel has carried out a barrage of strikes on key ports and infrastructure in Yemen in recent months, while the Houthis continue to fire rockets into Israel, claiming to be acting in solidarity with Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Seoul court issues arrest warrant for former South Korean President Yoon Seok-yel

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

    SEOUL, July 10 (Xinhua) — The Seoul Central District Court has issued an arrest warrant for former South Korean President Yoon Seok-yeol in connection with the martial law case last December, the Renhap News Agency reported. This is the politician’s second arrest in the investigation.

    The court issued the arrest warrant after a hearing on the request of special prosecutor Cho Eun-seok.

    Yun Seok-yul faces five charges, including violating the rights of cabinet members by preventing most of them from attending a key meeting before martial law was declared on Dec. 3.

    The former president is also accused of fabricating a document after martial law was declared and forcing then-Prime Minister and Defense Minister Han Deok-soo and Kim Yong-hyun to sign it.

    Additional charges include spreading false statements to foreign media, directing aides to obstruct the politician’s arrest in January and ordering the deletion of call records from secure phones.

    Yun Seok-yeol denied all charges during the hearing and was later taken to a detention center in Uiwang, south of the capital.

    The former president was first arrested in January this year but was released in March after the Seoul Central District Court overturned his detention. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Malta’s Deputy Prime Minister to Pay Official Visit to China

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

    BEIJING, July 10 (Xinhua) — Malta’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism Ian Borg will pay an official visit to China from July 13 to 16, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman announced on Thursday.

    As the official representative noted, Jan Borg will visit China at the invitation of the member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of China Wang Yi. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The Central Asian stage of the China International Student Innovation Competition-2025 was held in Almaty

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

    BEIJING, July 10 (Xinhua) — The Central Asian stage of the China International College Students’ Innovation Competition-2025 (CICSIC) was held in Almaty on Sunday and Monday, the Shaanxi Daily (Shaanxi Daily) reported.

    The Central Asian stage of CICSIC is organized by Northwest University of Agriculture and Forestry, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi’an Petroleum University and Beijing Language and Culture University.

    Let us recall that CICSIC has a 10-year history, and its Central Asian stage was held for the first time.

    A total of 261 projects entered the Central Asian round of CICSIC, and 860 students from 82 universities in five Central Asian countries participated. As a result, 25 projects from 18 universities reached the final.

    “AI-driven ECG monitoring solution” of S. D. Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University /KazNMU/ and 11 other projects received gold awards, and the remaining 13 projects received silver awards.

    “Holding this event is a special practice aimed at developing the ‘China-Central Asia spirit.’ We will continue to motivate young people to give impetus to the formation of a China-Central Asia community with a common future,” said Wu Putei, rector of the Northwest University of Agriculture and Forestry and Technology. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI China: ‘Superman’ promo event soars into Beijing ahead of global release

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

    “Superman” kicked off its promotional activities in China with a dazzling event at Beijing’s Taikoo Li Sanlitun on July 4, ahead of the film’s worldwide release on July 11. 

    A promotional event for the upcoming “Superman” film at the entrance to Taikoo Li Sanlitun in Beijing, July 8, 2025. [Photo by Liu Ziying/China.org.cn]

    The entrance of the popular shopping complex was transformed into an immersive Superman experience, featuring giant LED posters, life-size cutouts and live-streamed behind-the-scenes footage. The display drew large crowds of fans and curious shoppers, many of whom posed with Superman sculptures and participated in interactive activities. 

    “Superman” is directed and written by James Gunn, with Gunn and Peter Safran producing for DC Studios in association with Warner Bros. Pictures. The film is the first live-action installment of DC Studios’ “Chapter One: Gods and Monsters,” a new slate of movies and series intended to launch the next phase of the DC cinematic universe.

    A promotional event for the upcoming “Superman” film at the entrance to Taikoo Li Sanlitun in Beijing, July 8, 2025. [Photo by Liu Ziying/China.org.cn]

    David Corenswet stars as Superman, with Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. Gunn has described the movie as a story grounded in hope and kindness, highlighting Superman’s immigrant roots and moral resolve.

    A promotional event for the upcoming “Superman” film at the entrance to Taikoo Li Sanlitun in Beijing, July 8, 2025. [Photo by Liu Ziying/China.org.cn]

    Far from being a typical reboot, “Superman” serves as a tonal reset for the franchise, with Gunn aiming to connect with modern audiences, particularly young people seeking heroes who embody compassion and conviction.

    The film launches DC Studios’ ambitious new chapter, which began with the animated “Creature Commandos” in 2024 and will continue with “Supergirl” and “Clayface” in 2026.

    With its global rollout, “Superman” aims to revive DC’s cinematic legacy and reach new audiences around the world.

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  • Rivers in southwest China breach warning levels, with thousands evacuated

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The levels of 25 rivers in southwestern China exceeded safe levels on Thursday, state media said, after more than 10,000 people were evacuated as the remnants of former typhoon Danas converged with East Asian monsoon rains.

    Extreme rainfall and severe flooding, which meteorologists link to climate change, increasingly pose major challenges as they threaten to overwhelm ageing flood defences, displace millions and wreak havoc on a $2.8-trillion agricultural sector.

    Heavy rains also hit the capital, Beijing, with one area in the sprawling Chaoyang district receiving 68.2 mm (2.7 inches) of rain in a single hour on Thursday morning, the state-run Beijing Daily said.

    Ten southwestern rivers, including the Longyan, which flows through the densely populated region of Chongqing, could burst their embankments and levees at any time, broadcaster CCTV warned, citing the water resources ministry.

    The remaining 15 had exceeded levels at which they could burst their banks, but posed less of a risk, it added.

    More than 24 hours of torrential rain took levels in the Chishui River of Guizhou province to their highest since records began in 1953, the broadcaster said, while the Xiaocao River in Sichuan province stood at its highest in 29 years.

    More than 10,000 people were evacuated on Wednesday from cities in the provinces of Sichuan and Yunnan, state media said, as the East Asian monsoon rains pushed north from India.

    One county in Yunnan recorded 227.8 mm (9 inches) of rainfall in 24 hours, for its highest total in a single day since records began in 1958.

    Beijing health authorities warned that the combination of frequent downpours, high temperatures and humidity swells the risk of water and food contamination.

    (Reuters)

  • MIL-OSI China: English-dubbed ‘Ne Zha 2’ featuring Michelle Yeoh to debut in August

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

    A new English-language version of “Ne Zha 2,” already the world’s highest-grossing animated film, is set to open in cinemas in the United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand from Aug. 22, with Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh joining the English voice cast.

    A still from “Ne Zha 2.” [Image courtesy of CMC Pictures]

    A24 and CMC Pictures will distribute the English-language version, the companies announced Wednesday. The film will be released in IMAX, 3D and other premium large formats.

    “I’m honored to be part of ‘Ne Zha 2,’ a landmark in Chinese animation and a powerful reminder of how universal our stories can be,” Yeoh said in a statement. “Sharing this with audiences in English is such a joy, and I can’t wait for everyone to experience the wonder, heart, spectacular artistry, and magic of this film on the big screen.”

    The announcement did not say which character Yeoh will voice or disclose other members of the English cast.

    Directed by Yang Yu, better known as Jiaozi, the film follows mythological figures Ne Zha and Ao Bing, who are reborn in lotus-formed bodies after a catastrophe and must unite against vengeful dragon kings and a scheming god. 

    The film combines traditional Chinese mythology with action, humor and advanced visual effects. The production took five years, with a crew of 4,000 and the involvement of 138 Chinese animation and special effects companies.

    “Ne Zha 2” has emerged as a box office sensation since its release earlier this year, ending its China run on June 30 with 15.45 billion yuan ($2.13 billion) to become the highest-grossing Chinese film ever.

    Its worldwide total has reached $2.19 billion, making it the top-grossing animated film globally, the highest-grossing non-English-language film and the fifth highest-grossing film of all time, trailing only “Avatar,” “Avengers: Endgame,” “Avatar: The Way of Water” and “Titanic.”

    The film is the highest-rated animated feature of 2025, earning a 96% approval rating from critics and a 99% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. It also ranks among the top-rated releases on Letterboxd. Critics have called it “animated cinema on a scale rarely seen” and “a technical marvel that demands to be seen on the biggest screen possible.”

    CMC Pictures, the film division of CMC Inc., released a Chinese-dubbed, English-subtitled version of “Ne Zha 2” overseas in February, grossing more than $20 million in North America. The English-dubbed version is expected to further boost the film’s global box office.

    Chinese Malaysian actor Michelle Yeoh at an Olympic event in 2023. [File photo/Xinhua]

    “Children, teenagers and families in international markets rarely watch subtitled foreign-language films, and the language barrier remains a key distribution challenge,” said Catherine Ying, vice president of CMC Inc. and president of CMC Pictures. “The English-dubbed version of ‘Ne Zha 2’ is aimed at reaching mainstream audiences and building long-term franchise potential.”

    CMC Pictures has operated internationally since 2016, handling film development, production, investment and distribution in 100 countries.

    A24, the entertainment company behind Oscar-winning films such as “Moonlight” and “Everything Everywhere All at Once” and the series “Euphoria,” has a catalogue of more than 150 films and 50 television series, with 21 Academy Awards, 18 Golden Globes and 18 Emmys. CMC Pictures said the partnership aims to expand the franchise’s global reach, promote Chinese culture and attract a broader international audience.

    Wang Changtian, chairman of Beijing Enlight Media and producer of “Ne Zha 2,” said at a forum during the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival on June 15 that he expects the film’s final international box office receipts to exceed $100 million.

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  • MIL-OSI China: China edges Dominican Republic in five-set thriller in women’s VNL

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

    Players of China celebrate during the match between Dominican Republic and China at the Women’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) 2025 in Arlington, the United States, July 9, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

    China came from behind to edge the Dominican Republic in a five-set thriller on Wednesday in a women’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) match.

    Wu Mengjie scored 25 points and Gong Xiangyu added 18 as China secured a 25-22, 17-25, 22-25, 25-22, 15-13 victory, improving their overall record to 6-3 in the preliminary round.

    Nineteen-year-old middle blocker Chen Houyu sealed the match with a decisive block in the tie-breaker. She finished with 12 points from five kills, four blocks and three aces. Zhuang Yushan was also in double figures with 14 points.

    China’s head coach Zhao Yong credited the win to his team’s fighting spirit.

    “The four matches in Arlington are very important for us [to qualify for the Finals] and this time we fought until the end,” said Zhao. “Under pressure, our young players never gave up.”

    “Their serves were very aggressive, but we were able to make adjustment accordingly quick enough,” Chinese captain Gong added. “We were very determined in our receiving, especially in the fifth set.”

    Brayelin Elizabeth Martinez tallied a match-high 33 points, but the Dominican Republic slipped to a 4-5 record after being outblocked 15-10 by China.

    “I think if we look at the numbers, maybe the Dominican Republic had a better powerful attack than China, but China was better than us in blocking,” said Cristobal Marte Hoffiz, president of the Dominican Republic Volleyball Federation.

    Also on Wednesday, Germany outlasted Canada 24-26, 25-20, 23-25, 25-23, 15-13, while the United States defeated Thailand 28-26, 21-25, 27-25, 25-15.

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  • MIL-OSI China: International journalists explore development of China’s Xinjiang

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

    A total of 24 journalists from 23 countries have participated in a media tour of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, focusing on its role as the core zone of the Silk Road Economic Belt.

    Organized by China’s State Council Information Office, the delegation visited communities, businesses, cultural venues and religious sites in the cities of Urumqi, Turpan and Kashgar from June 30 to July 8, gaining firsthand insight into the harmonious lives of Xinjiang’s residents of various ethnic groups, the region’s economic growth driven by innovation and its vibrant cultural heritage.

    After watching a documentary on counter-terrorism and visiting an exhibition highlighting Xinjiang’s efforts in this field, Zabeirou Souley, president of Times newspaper in Niger, noted that his country faces similar challenges and can learn from China’s experience.

    Citing visits to the Id Kah Mosque in Kashgar and the Xinjiang Islamic Institute, he said that people in Xinjiang fully enjoy freedom of religious belief.

    As a historic hub along the ancient Silk Road, Xinjiang is now experiencing renewed vitality in economic, trade and cultural exchanges under the Belt and Road Initiative.

    During the tour, journalists were impressed by Xinjiang’s advancements in modern agriculture and high-tech industries.

    Toshimichi Kitafuji, a reporter from Japan’s Kyodo News, showed interest in the region’s innovative applications, such as automotive testing under extreme heat, salt-tolerant rice cultivation, drone-assisted cotton farming and AI-driven automated production in cotton processing.

    “As a key hub of the Silk Road Economic Belt, Xinjiang holds immense potential for future growth,” he said.

    Xinjiang’s rich cultural diversity also captivated the foreign visitors.

    Samia Boulahlib, a reporter from Algeria’s El Moudjahid, expressed admiration for the traditional performances in the ancient city of Kashgar, which showcased the city’s deep historical and cultural roots.

    At an exhibition hall in Jiashi County, Abdiqani Abdullahi Ahmed from the Somalia National News Agency learned about local residents’ decades-long struggle for clean drinking water — one of the projects exemplifying China’s historic feat of shaking off absolute poverty.

    “I saw these with my own eyes. Everyone here has something to do and they live happily,” he said. 

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  • MIL-OSI China: SCIO organizes media trip to exhibition marking 80th anniversary of victory against Japanese aggression, fascism

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

    SCIO organizes media trip to exhibition marking 80th anniversary of victory against Japanese aggression, fascism

    China SCIO | July 10, 2025

    The State Council Information Office (SCIO) organized a media trip on Tuesday to the Museum of the War of Chinese People’s Resistance Against Japanese Aggression in Beijing. The participating journalists included foreign correspondents from the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Russia, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Iraq. The group visited a themed exhibition in commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

    Lai Shengliang, deputy curator of the Museum of the War of Chinese People’s Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, introduces the exhibition to reporters in Beijing, July 8, 2025. [Photo by Liu Jian/China SCIO]

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  • MIL-OSI Banking: Eddie Yue: Unlocking value through China’s resilience

    Source: Bank for International Settlements

    Ladies and Gentlemen, good morning. It is an honour to join you today as we celebrate the 8th anniversary of the Bond Connect. The theme today, “Unlocking Value through China’s Resilience,” could not be more timely. The global capital markets are undergoing profound transformation, driven by a host of factors including increasing trade tensions, geopolitical and economic shifts, and changing investment appetite and patterns. These changes are reshaping the way capital flows across the world, creating both new opportunities and challenges for market participants. Now, let me first share some observations about the macro trends.

    Macro trends:

    The first trend is global diversification. Global capital markets have been on a roller-coaster driven by shifting policies and economic uncertainties. In light of these unpredictable swings, diversification stands out as the most essential investment strategy. Indeed we are now in a world of unprecedented choice and many more institutional investors are looking to further diversifying their portfolios. The strong investor response to the Hong Kong Government’s recent issuance of HK$27 billion in green and infrastructure bonds is telling of the diversifying trend. This multi-currency issuance attracted participation from a wide spectrum of investors from more than 30 markets across Asia, Europe, Middle East, and the Americas, with total order at about 9 times of the issuance size. In particular, the 30-year HKD government bond was offered for the first time, further extending the HKD yield curve. The 20-year and 30-year RMB government bonds, which were first introduced last year, also received overwhelming support, doubling in issuance size from last year. 

    Against this backdrop of global trend for diversification, China’s bond assets have emerged as a particularly compelling choice.

    • First, China’s bond market is the second largest in the world. Chinese bonds have the market depth and liquidity to become an increasingly important asset class among global investors.
    • Secondly, China has a relatively low debt level, with the general government debt-to-GDP ratio at around 84%, which is much lower than some major advanced economies.1
    • Thirdly, the low correlation between China’s onshore market and major global markets, at just 0.1 over the past 10 years, makes China bonds a very good diversifier.2
    • Fourthly, the risk-adjusted return of China bonds is relatively attractive. Onshore RMB bonds had an annualised volatility of around 1.3% over the past year, significantly lower than the volatility in other advanced markets during the same period.3

    This combination of features of China’s bond market as an attractive asset class for global investors seeking high-quality investments. In fact, according to a recent survey on central banks, over 30% of the respondents expect to increase their RMB holdings in the next five years.

    The second trend is Mainland China’s rapid wealth accumulation, particularly in institutional capital, which is creating new opportunities for their outbound investment. For example, China’s national pension reserve fund grew to around USD 400 billion by the end of 2023.4 Recent policy discussion also reaffirms that China encourages the national pension fund to cooperate with high-quality overseas investment managers to optimise its investment approach.5 The new private pension scheme has already attracted over 60 million participants since its inception in 2022, with this rapidly growing pool of capital projected to reach nearly USD 1 trillion by 2030.6 As Mainland institutional investors increasingly seek to diversify their portfolios and expand overseas asset allocation, there is significant potential for future growth in the Southbound Bond Connect, through Hong Kong’s platform to invest overseas.

    These two-way trends — global investors’ growing interest in RMB-denominated bonds and Mainland investors’ expanding overseas allocations — underscore the critical role of the Bond Connect as a gateway to facilitate cross-border capital flows between the Mainland and global financial markets. In a rapidly changing global financial landscape, the ability to adapt and innovate is key. Bond Connect exemplifies the power of collaboration and innovation in addressing the changing needs of investors, as it continues to evolve over the years.

    Policy work:

    In the past year, we have been working closely with relevant Mainland authorities, especially with the People’s Bank of China, to step up efforts to enhance the Bond Connect and its ecosystem. I wish to take the opportunity to make the following three announcements:

    • First, under the Northbound channel, investors can already use Bond Connect bonds as collateral for the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)’s RMB Liquidity Facility, margin collateral for OTC Clearing Hong Kong Limited (OTCC) derivative transactions, and for conducting offshore RMB bond repurchase (repo) transactions. We are expanding the offshore RMB repo business to also support re-hypothecation and cross-currency repo, and the CMU OmniClear will enhance the operational arrangements accordingly. These enhancements will be implemented in late August 2025. 
    • Secondly, the Southbound Bond Connect investor scope is expanded to include securities firms, fund companies, insurance companies and wealth management companies, formally effective from today. This will open up more channels to meet the growing demand from Mainland investors, addressing their needs for diversified asset allocation. It will also bolster the development of Hong Kong’s bond market by widening the investor base and enhancing market liquidity, hence increasing Hong Kong’s attractiveness to bond issuers and global investors.
    • Thirdly, further to the announcement in May 2025, 30-year interest rate swaps (IRS) contracts have already gone live early last week (on 30 June) under the Swap Connect, and IRS contracts using the Loan Prime Rate (LPR) as reference rate will be launched in the coming months.    

    Besides, we have been working on strengthening Hong Kong’s financial infrastructure to support greater efficiency in the Hong Kong and Mainland Chinese bond markets. For example, the recent signing of a MoU between CMU OmniClear and LCH could facilitate the wider use of CNH bonds as collateral in the international market. This highlights the unparalleled role of Hong Kong’s infrastructure in supporting investment in CNH-denominated debt securities by investors from all over the world. 

    Looking ahead:

    As investors navigate geopolitical changes and search for greater diversification, the Bond Connect will continue to serve as a key platform connecting China’s bond market with the world. The HKMA will work closely with stakeholders to ensure that the platform will meet these changing needs — by enhancing market liquidity (such as cross-border repo in the pipeline), strengthening risk management (with offshore CMOF bond futures under preparation), and further broadening the investment channels. The continuous development of Bond Connect will not only deepen market integration but also reinforce Hong Kong’s unique role as a gateway between China and the international financial market. Thank you!

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: HK outstanding in maritime audit

    Source: Hong Kong Information Services

    Hong Kong, China has achieved outstanding results in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Member State Audit Scheme, the Transport & Logistics Bureau announced today.

     

    The audit was conducted to examine the relevant obligations Hong Kong fulfilled in relation to the mandatory IMO instruments.

     

    The audit was carried out from November 4 to 13, 2023, and the results, which were recently published, showed the outstanding performance by Hong Kong in multiple audit areas, especially its shipping registry.

     

    The bureau said that the audit result testifies to Hong Kong’s commitment to go above and beyond in fulfilling international obligations.

     

    It added that Hong Kong, as an IMO associate member, will continue to maintain its outstanding performance and consolidate its position as a leading international maritime centre.

     

    The bureau also noted that the Hong Kong Shipping Registry ranks fourth in the world in terms of gross tonnage, and the fleet of Hong Kong-registered ships is renowned globally for its good quality.

     

    It highlighted that the consistently low detention rate of Hong Kong-registered ships under worldwide Port State Control inspections at 0.69% is significantly lower than the global average of 3.30%, reflecting Hong Kong’s constant effort in maintaining and enhancing the safety, reliability and credibility of its fleet.

     

    The audit scrutinised Hong Kong in fulfilling its flag, coastal and port obligations.

     

    The audit team appreciated that Hong Kong had well-documented procedures on fulfilling its obligations related to the mandatory IMO instruments, and implemented the relevant requirements through local legislation and guidance dissemination in a timely manner.

     

    The Marine Department (MD) also carried out periodic management reviews as well as internal and external audits for effective implementation of those instruments.

     

    The audit further revealed several areas of positive development and good practices of Hong Kong, which demonstrated a drive to promote safety awareness and a pollution prevention culture among stakeholders in the maritime sector.

     

    One of the good practices is to ensure the compliance of ships flying the Hong Kong flag with the mandatory IMO instruments by requiring their regular and appropriate completion of pre-arrival checklists.

     

    The MD also disseminated useful information through such means as holding regular meetings and seminars with stakeholders, and issuing circulars and Merchant Shipping Information Notes to notify stakeholders of the latest mandatory IMO requirements in a timely manner.

     

    Meanwhile, the audit identified two findings and one observation on areas where Hong Kong could improve, including the need to more comprehensively monitor the communication of mandatory information to the IMO and track the attendance of government surveyors at trainings.

     

    Soon after the audit, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government proposed and took actions, which were accepted by the IMO, to address the findings and observation.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Mongolia Celebrates National Flag Day

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

    ULAN BATOR, July 10 (Xinhua) — Mongolia celebrates National Flag Day today.

    As part of the celebration, which took place on the eve of the Mongolian national festival “Naadam”, a military parade was held in the central square of Ulaanbaatar with the participation of more than 1.4 thousand servicemen and dozens of units of military equipment.

    The event was attended by the President of Mongolia Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, the Speaker of the Parliament Dashzegviin Amarbayasgalan, the newly appointed Prime Minister Gombojavyn Zandanshatar, some members of the government, veterans of the country’s armed forces, representatives of diplomatic missions in Mongolia and other persons.

    National Flag Day has been celebrated in Mongolia annually since 2009. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN Calls on Houthis to Stop Attacks on Ships in the Red Sea

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    UNITED NATIONS, July 10 (Xinhua) — China’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations Geng Shuang called on Yemen’s Houthis to stop attacking merchant ships in the Red Sea at a UN Security Council meeting on Wednesday.

    China expresses deep concern over the recent armed attacks on two cargo ships in the Red Sea and once again calls on the Houthis to respect the navigation rights of commercial vessels of all countries in the Red Sea in accordance with international law, refrain from attacking commercial vessels and ensure the safety of the Red Sea waterways, the Chinese diplomat said.

    China is concerned about the latest exchange of attacks between the Houthis and Israel and the deteriorating situation, Geng Shuang said. “We call on all parties to exercise calm and restraint and refrain from actions that lead to escalation of tensions,” he said.

    The Deputy Permanent Representative of China to the UN called on all parties to the conflict in Yemen to show political will, strengthen dialogue, gradually build mutual trust and create conditions for a final political settlement of the Yemeni crisis.

    He also called on the international community to increase humanitarian aid to Yemen and help alleviate the humanitarian crisis on the ground.

    According to Geng Shuang, the settlement of the problems in Yemen and the Red Sea is impossible without easing and de-escalating the overall situation in the region. “The war in Gaza must be stopped as soon as possible. The humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza must be stopped as soon as possible. The principle of “two states for two peoples” must be implemented as soon as possible,” he noted.

    The US-led ceasefire between Israel and Iran must be respected, the Chinese diplomat added, saying the sovereignty of the state must be respected and the purposes and principles of the UN Charter must be upheld. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Sichuan Province and Tbilisi Establish Sister City Relations

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    BEIJING, July 10 (Xinhua) — Southwest China’s Sichuan Province and Tbilisi, the capital and largest city of Georgia, signed a sister city agreement on Thursday, adding a new member to Sichuan’s circle of international partners, news platform chinanews.com.cn reported, citing a source in the Foreign Affairs Office of the Sichuan Provincial People’s Government.

    In recent years, with the continuous promotion of the joint construction of the “Belt and Road”, the exchanges and cooperation between Sichuan Province and Georgia have been continuously deepened. By the end of 2024, the total import and export volume of the two sides amounted to about 159 million yuan (about 22.2 million US dollars).

    The establishment of sister city relations with Tbilisi is expected to open a new channel for Sichuan Province to exchange and cooperate with the South Caucasus region. In the future, the two sides will deepen practical cooperation in various fields, thereby promoting bilateral connectivity to a higher level. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: ​Exploring Pompeii: The Eternal City Exhibition Opens at Hunan Provincial Museum

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    On July 8, the exhibition “Experiencing Pompeii: The Eternal City” opened at the Hunan Provincial Museum. The exhibition, dedicated to the ancient city of Pompeii, displays more than 130 pieces/sets of authentic artifacts, including frescoes, sculpture, bronze and gold items. The rich collection of cultural relics and historical reconstructions give visitors the opportunity to travel through space and time, as if they were in the eternal city, and feel its former splendor and charm.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: 31 workers trapped in Los Angeles tunnel collapse rescued

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    LOS ANGELES, July 10 (Xinhua) — Thirty-one workers trapped in a tunnel collapse in the Wilmington neighborhood of Los Angeles on Wednesday night have been rescued, the Los Angeles Fire Department said.

    All workers believed to have been involved in the tunnel’s construction were found safe and sound, the fire department said.

    The incident occurred around 8 p.m. (03:00 GMT Thursday) near the 1700 block of North Figueroa Street in Wilmington.

    The city fire department sent all its search and rescue teams to the scene to carry out rescue operations.

    The collapse occurred in an 18-foot-diameter (5.5-meter) industrial tunnel being built to treat the city’s wastewater, the fire department said.

    The collapse site is located approximately 5 to 6 miles /8 to 9.6 km/ south of the only entrance to the tunnel that would allow rescue operations. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI China: Global Civilizations Dialogue Ministerial Meeting opens in Beijing

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

    BEIJING, July 10 — The Global Civilizations Dialogue Ministerial Meeting kicked off in Beijing on Thursday, with a focus on the importance of cultural diversity and mutual learning in advancing human progress.

    Themed “Safeguarding Diversity of Human Civilizations for World Peace and Development,” the two-day event has attracted over 600 guests from 140 countries and regions.

    At parallel sub-forums, participants will explore the crucial role of inter-civilization exchange and mutual learning in building an inclusive world and promoting global development and prosperity, cultural inheritance and innovation, understanding and friendship among peoples, scientific and technological progress, and academic exchange.

    The event is hosted by the Publicity Department and the International Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee.

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  • MIL-OSI China: China accelerates breakthroughs in core technologies in 14th Five-Year Plan period

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

    China has made more breakthroughs in core technologies during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021–2025), including equipping more products with homegrown chips and making milestone achievements in key sectors, said Yuan Da, secretary-general of the National Development and Reform Commission, at a Wednesday press conference.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: SJ attends legal seminar in Paris

    Source: Hong Kong Information Services

    Secretary for Justice Paul Lam arrived in Paris, France on Tuesday as he continued a trip spanning various European countries.

    Mr Lam attended a Hong Kong legal services seminar organised by the Department of Justice (DoJ) and briefed representatives of various international organisations on Hong Kong’s arbitration system and the advantages offered by its legal service sector.

    On meeting Financial Action Task Force (FATF) President Elisa de Anda Madrazo on Tuesday, Mr Lam remarked that as an international financial centre Hong Kong has always supported the FATF’s work to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing and to maintain the stability of the international financial system.

    He added that the DoJ has participated in mutual evaluations among FATF member jurisdictions.

    Mr Lam later visited the Chambre Arbitrale Maritime de Paris (the Paris Maritime Arbitration Chamber) and met its Secretary General Pascale Mesnil. He was briefed on the chamber’s operations, France’s arbitration sector, and developments in resolving international maritime disputes through arbitration.

    He highlighted that Hong Kong is committed to optimising its arbitration system through multi-pronged policy measures, and to enhancing and consolidating its status as an international legal and dispute resolution services centre in the Asia-Pacific region.

    Mr Lam also expressed hope for a deepening of exchanges and co-operation with the French arbitration sector.

    Yesterday morning, Mr Lam visited the office of the French National & Olympic Sports Committee (CNOSF) and met representatives of the Chambre Arbitrale du Sport (the Chamber of Arbitration for Sport) and the CNOSF Conference of Conciliators to learn about the committee’s sports arbitration and conciliation services.

    He also spoke about the DoJ’s work in promoting sports dispute resolution in Hong Kong.

    At noon, Mr Lam attended a lunch event hosted by the Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to the French Republic Deng Li.

    Mr Lam briefed Mr Deng on Hong Kong’s efforts in safeguarding national security, implementing the principle of “one country, two systems” by rule of law, and leveraging its unique advantages to promote development.

    In the afternoon, Mr Lam attended the seminar organised by in Paris by the DoJ: “Hong Kong Legal Services – Gateway to China and Beyond”.

    He outlined the unique advantages of Hong Kong’s legal services sector under the principle of “one country, two systems” to about 130 participants.

    Giving a keynote speech, Mr Lam stressed that Hong Kong is the only common law jurisdiction in China and the only jurisdiction in the world with a bilingual common law system in Chinese and English.

    He said that Hong Kong’s common law system aligns with the legal systems of many major economies and with the rules of international trade and business, adding that the city’s professional and comprehensive legal services industry provides high-quality legal services to support global financial and commercial activities.

    During the seminar, Mr Lam also witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the eBRAM International Online Dispute Resolution Centre and Jus Mundi, an AI-powered legal research platform based in Paris, that will enhance co-operation in legal and alternative dispute resolution between Hong Kong and France.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: SJ attends legal seminar in Paris

    Source: Hong Kong Information Services

    Secretary for Justice Paul Lam arrived in Paris, France on Tuesday as he continued a trip spanning various European countries.

    Mr Lam attended a Hong Kong legal services seminar organised by the Department of Justice (DoJ) and briefed representatives of various international organisations on Hong Kong’s arbitration system and the advantages offered by its legal service sector.

    On meeting Financial Action Task Force (FATF) President Elisa de Anda Madrazo on Tuesday, Mr Lam remarked that as an international financial centre Hong Kong has always supported the FATF’s work to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing and to maintain the stability of the international financial system.

    He added that the DoJ has participated in mutual evaluations among FATF member jurisdictions.

    Mr Lam later visited the Chambre Arbitrale Maritime de Paris (the Paris Maritime Arbitration Chamber) and met its Secretary General Pascale Mesnil. He was briefed on the chamber’s operations, France’s arbitration sector, and developments in resolving international maritime disputes through arbitration.

    He highlighted that Hong Kong is committed to optimising its arbitration system through multi-pronged policy measures, and to enhancing and consolidating its status as an international legal and dispute resolution services centre in the Asia-Pacific region.

    Mr Lam also expressed hope for a deepening of exchanges and co-operation with the French arbitration sector.

    Yesterday morning, Mr Lam visited the office of the French National & Olympic Sports Committee (CNOSF) and met representatives of the Chambre Arbitrale du Sport (the Chamber of Arbitration for Sport) and the CNOSF Conference of Conciliators to learn about the committee’s sports arbitration and conciliation services.

    He also spoke about the DoJ’s work in promoting sports dispute resolution in Hong Kong.

    At noon, Mr Lam attended a lunch event hosted by the Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to the French Republic Deng Li.

    Mr Lam briefed Mr Deng on Hong Kong’s efforts in safeguarding national security, implementing the principle of “one country, two systems” by rule of law, and leveraging its unique advantages to promote development.

    In the afternoon, Mr Lam attended the seminar organised by in Paris by the DoJ: “Hong Kong Legal Services – Gateway to China and Beyond”.

    He outlined the unique advantages of Hong Kong’s legal services sector under the principle of “one country, two systems” to about 130 participants.

    Giving a keynote speech, Mr Lam stressed that Hong Kong is the only common law jurisdiction in China and the only jurisdiction in the world with a bilingual common law system in Chinese and English.

    He said that Hong Kong’s common law system aligns with the legal systems of many major economies and with the rules of international trade and business, adding that the city’s professional and comprehensive legal services industry provides high-quality legal services to support global financial and commercial activities.

    During the seminar, Mr Lam also witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the eBRAM International Online Dispute Resolution Centre and Jus Mundi, an AI-powered legal research platform based in Paris, that will enhance co-operation in legal and alternative dispute resolution between Hong Kong and France.

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  • MIL-OSI China: China’s landmark innovations during 14th Five-Year Plan period

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

    From its first domestically built aircraft carrier with electromagnetic catapults to the world’s second space station and a pioneering lunar far-side sample return, China has achieved a series of significant breakthroughs in innovation during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025).

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  • MIL-OSI China: China willing to share military equipment achievements with friendly countries: defense ministry 2025-07-08 China has always taken a prudent, responsible approach to military exports and is willing to share the achievements of its equipment development with friendly countries, a Chinese defense spokesperson said on Tuesday.

    Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense

      BEIJING, July 8 (Xinhua) — China has always taken a prudent, responsible approach to military exports and is willing to share the achievements of its equipment development with friendly countries, a Chinese defense spokesperson said on Tuesday.

      Jiang Bin, spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense, made the remarks when commenting on recent reports that several countries are in discussions with China regarding weapon procurement plans that include China’s J-10 fighter jet.

      Jiang also stressed the country’s commitment to playing a constructive role in regional and global peace and stability. 

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  • MIL-OSI China: Han Kuang exercise is nothing but a bluffing and self-deceiving trick: Defense Spokesperson 2025-07-08 Whatever weapons the DPP authorities use, the overwhelming and irresistible trend of China’s national reunification will not be stopped, said Senior Colonel Jiang Bin, spokesperson for China’s Ministry of National Defense, at a press briefing on Tuesday.

    Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense

      BEIJING, July 8 — Whatever weapons the DPP authorities use, the overwhelming and irresistible trend of China’s national reunification will not be stopped, said Senior Colonel Jiang Bin, spokesperson for China’s Ministry of National Defense, at a press briefing on Tuesday. 

      Jiang made those remarks when asked to comment on the Han Kuang-41 live-troop exercise to be conducted by Taiwan’s military from July 9. It is learnt the exercise will focus on such subjects as the so-called “response to gray-zone harassment”, “joint anti-landing operations” and “resilient defense on the island”. Meanwhile, many US weapons will make their debut during the exercise. 

      The spokesperson slammed that Han Kuang exercise is nothing but a bluffing and self-deceiving trick played by the DPP authorities to hijack Taiwan compatriots on-board its “Taiwan Independence” war chariot, and the DPP authorities are harming Taiwan out of its selfish interests. 

      “We solemnly warn the DPP authorities that seeking ‘independence by force’ is a dead end. Whatever subjects they drill and whatever weapons they use, the PLA’s resolute countermeasures against ‘Taiwan Independence’ will not be deterred, nor will the overwhelming and irresistible trend of China’s national reunification be stopped.” Jiang stressed.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Educational Forum of Sister Cities of China and Russia Held in Guangzhou

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    BEIJING, July 10 (Xinhua) — The China-Russia Sister Cities Education Forum was held in Guangzhou, capital of south China’s Guangdong Province, on Tuesday. More than 300 educators, teachers and students from six cities in the two countries gathered to develop new approaches to cooperation through thematic seminars, amateur performances and the signing of inter-school agreements.

    According to Chinese education portal eol.cn, Guangzhou maintains sister city ties with five Russian cities, where educational cooperation has become a key area. In recent years, chess tournaments, children’s art exhibitions and other exchanges have been successfully held. This forum has deepened practical cooperation between the two sides in the field of education.

    “Sustainable development is the fundamental mission of education. We must strengthen mutual understanding and move forward together,” said Chen Xueming, deputy director of the Guangzhou Municipal Education Bureau, noting achievements in teacher exchanges, joint curriculum development and academic research.

    Deputy Head of the Kazan City Education Department Alsu Biktova emphasized that the capital of Tatarstan expects to conclude new interschool agreements with China and adopt Guangzhou’s experience in pedagogy and educational institution infrastructure to take cooperation to a new level.

    At a round table, the heads of six schools from sister cities in China and Russia discussed AI education and training of future personnel.

    The forum showcased the fruits of Sino-Russian educational cooperation, bringing wisdom to the construction of a community with a shared future for mankind. The two sides will continue to deepen exchanges to cultivate innovative talent. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Cross-border bus service connects Yanji and Vladivostok

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

    BEIJING, July 10 (Xinhua) — A press conference was held in Yanji City, Northeast China’s Jilin Province, on July 8 to announce the launch of an international bus service between Yanji and Vladivostok, announcing that the route will operate regularly from July 10.

    According to the local newspaper Yanbian Ribao, transport companies of the Yanbian Korean Autonomous Region and Primorsky Krai signed an agreement in 2024 to open a regular international bus service from Yanji to Vladivostok to meet tourist demand. On June 24, 2025, all permits were completed, and the route launch ceremony will take place on July 10 in Yanji.

    The route is 399.2 km long and travel time is about 8 hours 50 minutes. The frequency of flights will increase depending on passenger traffic.

    The launch of the Yanji-Vladivostok route will meet the growing demand for tourist travel, border trade and accelerate the development of tourism between Jilin Province and neighboring areas of Russia, which is of great significance for interregional cooperation between the two countries in the political, economic, cultural and tourism spheres. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China issues yellow alert for heavy rains

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

    BEIJING, July 10 (Xinhua) — China’s National Meteorological Center (NMC) on Thursday issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall in some parts of the country.

    According to the NMC, heavy rain and downpours will rage in some provincial-level areas of the country, including Fujian, Guangdong, Hainan, Hebei, Guizhou, Yunnan, Sichuan, Hubei, Shaanxi, Taiwan, Chongqing and Beijing, as well as Inner Mongolia and Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Regions from 2:00 p.m. Thursday to 2:00 p.m. Friday.

    Heavy rains are expected in some areas of Guangdong and Fujian provinces, with hourly rainfall reaching 300 mm, the center added.

    In some places in the above-mentioned regions, short-term heavy precipitation is expected, the maximum hourly rate of which may exceed 80 mm. In addition, strong convective phenomena such as thunderstorms and gusty winds will be observed.

    The NMC recommended that local authorities and relevant departments properly organize storm control measures and take necessary drainage measures in urban areas and agricultural lands.

    Let us recall that China has a four-tier weather warning system, with red representing the highest level of danger, followed by orange, yellow and blue. -0-

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