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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Polytechnic University is the leader among Russian universities in THE Impact Rankings 2025

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    The Times Higher Education (THE) rating agency has published the results of the international TНE University Impact Rankings 2025. It measures the contribution of universities to socio-economic development through the prism of 17 UN global goals. This year, the ranking included 2,526 universities from 130 countries, including 80 Russian ones. Polytechnic University demonstrated high results, taking first place among Russian universities and entering the group of 301-400 best universities in the world.

    THE Impact Rankings is an opportunity to assess the scale of achievements of such multidisciplinary universities as ours. Due to our polytechnic nature, we make a significant contribution to the development of a wide range of areas. I am proud of the social responsibility of polytechnics, their concern and desire for positive changes. Therefore, even focusing on technological leadership, Polytechnic does not lose sight of the importance of social and economic development of Russia and the world, – noted the rector of SPbPU Andrey Rudskoy.

    This year’s ranking showed a significant improvement in Polytechnic University’s positions on eight sustainable development goals. Particularly impressive is the progress in the area of “Partnerships for Sustainable Development Goals” (SDG17), where the university moved up 11 positions among Russian universities and 200 positions in the world ranking. Indicators for the goal “Preservation of Marine Ecosystems” (SDG14) also increased significantly: plus seven positions in Russia and plus one hundred in the world. Significant progress was noted for the goals “Climate Action” (SDG13) and “Good Health and Well-Being” (SDG3), where SPbPU moved up six and five positions, respectively, among Russian universities. Polytechnic University maintains its leading position in Russia for the goal “Responsible Production and Consumption” (SDG12).

    In addition to its significant impact on the economic development of the region and the country, Polytechnic University makes a significant social contribution. Our university provides access to quality education to more than 30 thousand Russian and foreign students, is a major employer, providing jobs for more than six thousand people, including people with disabilities. In addition, the university organizes many free socially significant events for the local community, and this is only part of our social activities. Evaluation of this kind of contribution is no less important, and this is the great value of such ratings, – commented Vice-Rector for Human Resources Policy Maria Vrublevskaya.

    The assessment is based on information provided by universities and confirmed by Elsevier bibliometric data. The analysis covers three important areas: research activities (development of science to solve global problems), management efficiency (resource management and educational activities) and social work (implementation of social programs within the university).

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Polytechnicians create the basis for digital twins of cities

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    The MetaCampus Polytech project, which is being implemented by the team of the Civil Engineering Institute, has become one of the key initiatives within the framework of the digital transformation of SPbPU. It is a digital campus ecosystem based on an information model that unites more than 300,000 square meters of area, 30 academic buildings and about 10,000 rooms.

    The uniqueness of the project is that MetaCampus Polytech is the first and only example of creating a digital twin of a university campus in the country. This makes it not only a platform for internal digital transformation, but also a pilot solution that can be used by other Russian universities.

    The project is interdisciplinary in nature and is being implemented jointly with the Institute of Computer Science and Cybersecurity. More than 2,000 undergraduate, specialist and master’s students are participating in its development. Eight project groups have been organized, nine new work programs of disciplines and practices have been developed, such as “Digital Modeling of Buildings”, “Geoinformation Technologies”, “Energy Audit”, “Project Practice” and others. At the moment, work is underway on interdisciplinary final qualification works.

    Digital services intended for various user groups of the university are being actively created and developed. One of them, “Property Management”, is aimed at automating analytics and visual management of the university’s material and property complex. The service allows you to track the parameters of premises online and generate their digital passports.

    At the moment, specialists are developing a technology for converting multimodal campus infrastructure data into a single information presentation format for subsequent analysis and processing using machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms. The goal is to combine heterogeneous data collected over two years (PDF documents, images, BIM models, point clouds, tables and other file types) into a single structured system associated with specific campus objects and premises.

    Based on these unified data, the digital service for managing the property complex will be expanded, which will allow for the prompt generation of analytical reports and graphical representations of indicators at the user’s request using an AI assistant. This approach will ensure not only the integrity of information, but also high speed of decision-making on managing the university’s resources.

    During the project implementation, a video presentation was created, which presents a historical retrospective of the formation of the SPbPU campus. The basis for creating the video were digital models of the university buildings.

    The experience gained during the implementation of the MetaCampus Polytech project became the basis for new international cooperation. Representatives of the Civil Engineering Institute and partners from Cuba agreed to launch a joint project on the digitalization of cultural heritage sites. Cuban colleagues shared their experience in the digitalization of architectural monuments, including joint research with universities in Spain and Colombia, and expressed interest in developing cooperation.

    In addition, the Institute of Historical and Cultural Heritage has concluded an agreement with the Committee for State Control, Use and Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments of St. Petersburg (KGIOP) on developing a digital passport of cultural heritage sites based on the approaches of the MetaCampus Polytech project. This will create a unified format for digital information about cultural sites and may become the basis for the formation of digital twins of historical cities both in Russia and abroad.

    The significance of the project was confirmed by its victory in the nomination “Best Campus Management Practice” in the competition organized by the “Sociocenter” jointly with the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia as part of the strategic academic leadership program “Priority-2030”.

    In the future, MetaCampus Polytech will be able to become the basis for creating a digital twin of St. Petersburg. At the moment, the territory of the university campus, which is contained in the form of an information model, is a serious digital asset. Using its example, we could replicate this practice in order to transfer our entire city to a digital model, – noted the director of ISI Marina Petrochenko.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Electric buses in the capital already operate on 210 routes

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    Since the beginning of the year, eco-friendly transport in the capital has appeared on 32 more routes. And in total, there are already 210 electric bus routes in Moscow. This was reported by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry Maxim Liksutov.

    “On the instructions of Sergei Sobyanin, we are purchasing the most modern Russian equipment. Residents of the capital are the first in the country to start using innovative transport for daily trips. Moscow’s order for the creation of new models of electric buses stimulates the development and localization of the most important technologies in the country. We plan to purchase another 700 electric buses for Moscow with delivery in 2026-2027,” said Maxim Liksutov.

    New generation transport

    Moscow is constantly updating its transport to improve the comfort and safety of passenger travel. Modern Russian electric buses have been operating in the capital since 2018, and every few years, improved models arrive in the city. Moscow is among the world leaders in the development and use of electric transport and ranks first in Europe in the number of electric buses.

    Since 2022, the capital has been supplied with improved equipment. These vehicles have adaptive interior lighting, which changes from a cold shade to a warm one for passenger comfort. The front route indicator, increased by 18 percent, makes it easy to see the number from afar. The interior has an electric heater, which minimizes the impact on the environment and maintains an optimal temperature. The range of electric buses has increased from 40-50 to 80 kilometers. At the same time, the weight has remained the same.

    In 2024, KAMAZ and LiAZ electric buses with an updated design hit the city streets. And in 2025, new generation electric buses appeared on the routes. They became even more comfortable thanks to an improved interior layout, a 15 percent larger storage area, places for hand luggage and a modified door design. The climate control system became more efficient, and light strips with opening and closing indicators appeared on the doors. The appearance of the innovative vehicles is even more in line with modern trends in global industrial design.

    The new technology increases the comfort of travel and reduces the impact on the environment. There are chargers for phones in the cabin, and the names of the nearest stops are displayed on media screens. For passengers with limited mobility, there are buttons to call the driver, who will help them get in or out of the cabin if necessary, and a folding ramp. Strollers and bicycles can be conveniently stored on the storage area.

    Under the contract with PJSC KAMAZ, 400 new-generation electric buses are planned to be delivered this year. They are being created based on the operating experience of earlier models and passenger feedback. Moscow’s order for the creation of new equipment supports employment in the regions and stimulates the development of domestic industry.

    Replacing one bus with an electric bus reduces carbon dioxide emissions into the environment by more than 60 tons per year. Thanks to environmentally friendly transport, from 2018 to 2024, it was possible to avoid about 190 thousand tons of carbon dioxide emissions into the atmosphere, and pollutant emissions over these years were reduced by 930 tons.

    The capital has begun testing a new extra-large electric bus20 ultra-fast charging stations for electric buses in TiNAO connected to power grids

    Electric bus maintenance

    Electric buses are serviced at 12 sites of the State Unitary Enterprise Mosgortrans, whose fleet already includes more than 2,350 electric buses. More than four thousand drivers provide operation of 210 routes.

    Moscow was the first in Russia to start building modern electric bus depots. In 2022, the first in the country and the largest in Europe electric bus depot “Krasnaya Pakhra” opened in TiNAO. Eco-friendly vehicles first went on routes in the Novomoskovsky and Troitsky administrative districts. In the summer of 2023, the Mitino electric bus depot opened in the northwest of the capital. At the end of 2023, the third innovative electric bus depot, “Saltykovka”, opened. It serves routes in the east of the city.

    Electric buses are purchased under life cycle contracts. For 15 years after the vehicles are transferred to the Mosgortrans State Unitary Enterprise fleet, the manufacturers independently ensure the serviceability of the equipment on the routes.

    In 2024, electric buses began to serve another 71 capital routes. This is twice as many as in 2023. More than 800 electric buses from PJSC KAMAZ and the LiAZ plant were delivered to the fleets of the State Unitary Enterprise Mosgortrans, including 600 vehicles in a new, even more modern design.

    It is planned that by 2035 almost the entire fleet of the State Unitary Enterprise Mosgortrans will operate on electric traction.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The third tent of the Summer in Moscow project will open in Yuzhnoye Butovo

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    On June 20, the third tent will open in the Yuzhnoye Butovo landscape park as part of the project “Summer in Moscow”The show program will present a palette of circus genres – from performances by gymnasts and acrobats to numbers involving clowns and jugglers.

    On June 1, the first performances were given in the tents in Izmailovsky Park and the Moskino cinema park. They gathered full halls. The tents have already given 29 performances, which were seen by about 20 thousand spectators.

    “This Friday we will hold a free circus show in honor of the opening of the third circus tent in the Yuzhnoye Butovo Park. Artists from the Bolshoi Moscow Circus under the direction of the Zapashny brothers will take part in the show,” said the Minister of the Moscow Government, head of the capital’s Department of Culture

    Alexey Fursin.

    The show’s main elements include an aerial pylon act featuring Maria Bakalkina, winner of the gold crown of the International Circus Arts Festival “Circus Princess”, and a trampoline performance by acrobats led by Mansur Salakhetdinov. The program may be subject to change.

    The tent is located in the Yuzhnoye Butovo landscape park opposite house 63, building 2 on Admirala Lazareva Street. Performances will be given on Fridays at 19:00 and on weekends at 14:00 and 18:00. They will be interesting for viewers of all ages.

    Register onfirst show and buy tickets forsubsequent representations You can find it on the Mosbilet website.

    Project “Summer in Moscow”— the main event of the season. It brings together the most vibrant events of the capital. Every day, charity, cultural and sports events are held in all districts of the city, most of which are free. The Summer in Moscow project is being held for the second time, and the new season will be more eventful: new, original and colorful festivals and events will be added to the traditional ones.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Outdoor training sessions are held at the Summer in Moscow project sites

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    Residents and guests of Moscow can attend free functional training classes at almost 50 addresses. Classes are held in parks, at the Summer in Moscow project sites, at the Northern and Southern river terminals and in other places within the framework of the project “Sports Weekend”. It is organized Moscow City Sports Department and government service centers “My Documents”.

    Functional training consists of cardio and strength exercises using your own body weight. During the training, all muscles are involved, which helps to strengthen and harmoniously develop the body’s muscles and increase endurance. In addition, athletes’ metabolism speeds up, which allows them to burn more calories at rest.

    You can choose suitable sites and sign up for functional training atofficial website project.

    In addition, Muscovites can prepare to meet the strength standards of the Ready for Labor and Defense (GTO) complex with the project “GTO in parks” in 10 parks of the capital. The project was created for those who like to do sports in the fresh air and want to test their physical fitness with the help of complex tests.

    “GTO in Parks” is training with professional instructors, as well as meeting standards in 10 park areas of the capital. You can find out the schedule, locations of classes and tests, and sign up for them atproject website. Free training is held every weekend throughout the summer for participants over 18 years old. Both adults and children from six years old can complete the standards.

    Project “Summer in Moscow”— the main event of the season. It brings together the most vibrant events of the capital. Every day, charity, cultural and sports events are held in all districts of the city, most of which are free. The Summer in Moscow project is being held for the second time, and this season will be more eventful: new, original and colorful festivals and events will be added to the traditional ones.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The Yakut national holiday Ysyakh will be celebrated at the interregional fair in Otradny

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    On June 21 at 12:00, a participant of the interregional fair in the square on Khachaturyan Street will hold an event dedicated to the traditional Yakut holiday Ysyakh.

    Winter in Yakutia is very long and cold, so the change of seasons has great everyday and cultural significance. During this summer solstice holiday, games, dances, and national treats are usually organized.

    Thus, visitors to the interregional fair in the North-Eastern Administrative District will be able to get acquainted with the art of cutting fresh frozen fish — stroganina. They will also be offered to take part in a tasting of various types of smoked whitefish caught in the Lena River. You can buy any product you like. In addition to fish, the fair participant brings other products from the north for sale — on the shelves there are meat products made from venison, roe deer, wild boar, herbal teas, jam and much more.

    The event will allow residents of the capital to learn not only the gastronomic but also the cultural traditions of Yakutia. It is planned to feature a performance by artists in national Yakut costumes and a spectacular blessing ceremony, Algys.

    Capital fairs are a place where city dwellers traditionally come for high-quality and fresh farm products brought from more than 40 regions of Russia. Each supplier guarantees the quality and freshness of the goods, and specialists Veterinary Committee of the City of Moscow they check it immediately before sending it to the shelves.

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    The fair pavilions are located near metro stations and other crowded places, equipped with heating, ventilation, air conditioning and video surveillance systems, as well as commercial and refrigeration equipment, which makes them comfortable to visit.

    More information about the activity Department of Trade and Services can be found in official telegram channel.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: /Economic Review/ China’s Commercial Aerospace Sector Reaches New Heights

    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 19 (Xinhua) — A rocket left a glittering trail in the sky as it flew over waters off east China’s Shandong Province.

    The launch, organized by Chinese aerospace company Galactic Energy, successfully placed four satellites into orbit, marking the company’s fifth consecutive successful space launch from a sea-based platform.

    The flight, which took place on May 19, was a shining example of the rapid development of China’s commercial space industry.

    From coastal launch sites to orbital bases, a new generation of private Chinese aerospace enterprises is redefining the country’s access to space, characterized by greater launch frequency, precision and innovation.

    Building on this momentum, China’s commercial aerospace sector is now entering an era of rapid development driven by technological breakthroughs, expanded launch capabilities and accelerated construction of space infrastructure.

    Rockets, satellites and launch sites are the three main components of the commercial division of China’s space industry. Last year, China opened its first launch site for commercial flights, giving the country the final link in the commercial space ecosystem and paving the way for fully integrated development.

    China plans to launch several reusable rockets in 2025. As for satellites, large constellations like Spacesail Constellation (China’s commercial low-orbit satellite network) continue to launch, while demand for small satellites is growing rapidly.

    China’s commercial space market is expected to exceed 2.5 trillion yuan (about $348 billion) this year.

    “Space is an important resource that we have yet to tap, and we are very optimistic about the commercial space sector,” said Galactic Energy Executive President Xia Dongkun.

    In 2024, the country’s government work report called commercial space a “new driver of economic growth.” Authorities in Beijing, Shanghai, and other cities soon after rolled out targeted support measures and action plans to improve the structure of the commercial aerospace industry.

    The Beijing Economic and Technological Development Zone, also known as Beijing E-Town, is home to more than 160 aerospace enterprises that have formed a growing cluster, accounting for 75 percent of the country’s commercial rocket development and assembly operations.

    As China’s commercial aerospace ecosystem continues to evolve, coordination between market forces and government support measures lays a solid foundation for sustainable growth.

    Today, the number of commercial space companies in China has exceeded 500, and the number of satellites in orbit continues to grow steadily.

    With the development of low-orbit satellite internet, some commercial satellite companies are moving towards mass production and increased profitability.

    At Geespace’s satellite factory in Taizhou City, east China’s Zhejiang Province, an intelligent network system coordinates all stages of design, R&D, production, testing and operation.

    After more than 60 general assembly operations, the components are transformed into a satellite, thereby reducing the production cycle to 28 days. The production speed has increased by 10 times, and production costs have been significantly reduced.

    “In the satellite manufacturing industry, the advantages of commercial aerospace companies in low-cost mass production are becoming increasingly clear,” said Zhang Shijie, chief scientist at GalaxySpace.

    “The industry is moving from small-scale custom development to large-scale production. The ability to assemble satellites like computers is no longer a dream, but a reality,” he added.

    China’s commercial rockets are not only crossing the skies from sea to space, but also opening a new era of innovation and industrial transformation. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Chinese company Rokid has launched a payment function with AR glasses

    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

    HANGZHOU, June 19 (Xinhua) — Chinese augmented reality (AR) technology provider Rokid recently announced the integration of point-of-sale payment functionality into its Rokid Glasses smart glasses in collaboration with Alipay, allowing users to make purchases using voice commands and gestures without having to swipe their smartphones or bank cards.

    The payment process is very convenient as users can simply give a voice command like “Rokid, pay 10 yuan” /about 1.4 US dollars/, then the glasses will automatically scan the Alipay QR code and wait for the verbal confirmation of “Pay”, and the payment details will be displayed directly on the lenses, achieving fast and free communication.

    The payment system is supported by Alipay’s multi-dimensional risk control system, which ensures the security of every transaction and protects users from potential fraud, and is committed to compensating any unauthorized payments.

    Rokid founder and CEO Zhu Mingming emphasized that this innovation is not just a change in payment methods, but also a rethinking of human-computer interaction. The introduction of the payment function in Rokid Glasses is expected to “set a new standard” for the smart glasses industry and enhance user convenience by giving them a new experience.

    According to Zhang Aijuan, vice president of Ant Group and president of its digital payment business group, the cooperation between Rokid and Alipay is expected to expand in the future to include more convenient services such as fast payments for parking, utility payments and taxi hailing, as well as voice reminders for orders and purchases.

    The all-day, 49g Rokid Glasses have already received over 250,000 orders worldwide and are scheduled to begin shipping by the end of June. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The 9th China-South Asia Expo Opens in Kunming

    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

    KUNMING, June 19 (Xinhua) — The 9th China-South Asia Expo opened in Kunming, capital of southwest China’s Yunnan Province, on Thursday. Wang Dongming, vice chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC Standing Committee), delivered a speech at the opening ceremony.

    Wang Dongming noted that in recent years, China and South Asian countries have been adhering to the spirit of openness, cooperation and inclusiveness, deepening practical cooperation in all areas, and economic and trade exchanges have maintained a favorable development momentum, bringing benefits to the peoples of all countries. Mutually beneficial cooperation between the two sides has laid a solid foundation for deepening the traditional friendship between the peoples of China and South Asia, and has become a model for synergistic development in the region.

    Wang Dongming stressed that China is committed to further linking its own development with that of South Asian countries. China will continuously strengthen strategic mutual trust, firmly uphold multilateralism, continuously deepen practical cooperation, actively carry out mutual learning and exchange of experience, promote the building of a community with a shared future for neighboring countries, and jointly create a bright future.

    The 9th China-South Asia Expo is being held from June 19 to 24 in Kunming. Earlier, at a press conference, Vice Minister of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China Yan Dong said that the expo, jointly organized by the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China and the People’s Government of Yunnan Province, will be one of the most important events this year in the field of economic and trade exchanges between China and South Asian countries.

    According to him, in 2024, trade turnover between China and South Asian countries will approach US$200 billion, doubling over the past decade.

    Yan Dong also noted that China will closely cooperate with South Asian countries to align development strategies, expand cooperation in new areas such as the digital economy, low-carbon development and intelligent manufacturing, and support the region’s industrialization. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Exclusive: Uzbekistan and China are strategic partners in promoting green development – expert

    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

    Tashkent, June 19 (Xinhua) — Uzbekistan and China are strategic partners in promoting green development, Sarvar Rakhmatullaev, a leading researcher at the Institute for Strategic and Interregional Studies under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, said in an interview with Xinhua.

    He noted that in the era of global climate challenges and energy transformation, international cooperation in the field of sustainable development is of particular importance. One of the most striking examples of such interaction is the strategic partnership between Uzbekistan and China in the field of green economy: two countries united by a common vision of an environmentally sustainable future are demonstrating an exemplary model of interstate cooperation that can become a catalyst for green transformation of all of Central Asia, the scientist emphasized.

    According to S. Rakhmatullaev, in recent years, a remarkable transformation has been observed in relations between Uzbekistan and China, turning bilateral interaction into the embodiment of successful interstate cooperation. Thanks to the active efforts of the leaders of the two states, these relations have reached a new, higher level with the establishment of an all-weather comprehensive strategic partnership in a new era, he added.

    Economic indicators eloquently testify to the scale of the progress achieved: the most significant trend of recent years has been the transition from traditional forms of cooperation to the environmental agenda, the expert said. Today, there is a significant dynamic of interaction between Uzbekistan and China in green energy, which implies cooperation in the use of technologies that promote environmental efficiency and sustainability, including innovative solutions and advanced developments to achieve environmental goals, the agency’s interlocutor said.

    S. Rakhmatullaev noted that in recent years, China has secured its status as the undisputed leader in the field of renewable energy and green technologies. The green development policy has become one of the priority tasks of the Chinese government, it is based on the concept of the ecological civilization of China, aimed at balanced and sustainable development, harmonious coexistence of man and nature, the expert added. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China to speed up review of rare earth metal export license applications

    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 19 (Xinhua) — China has always attached great importance to maintaining the stability and security of global industrial and supply chains and has been speeding up the review of rare earth export license applications in accordance with relevant laws and regulations, the Ministry of Commerce said Thursday.

    China has approved a certain number of eligible applications in accordance with the law and will continue to strengthen the review and approval process for such applications, ministry spokesman He Yadong said at a press conference when asked about rare earth exports.

    China is willing to strengthen communication and dialogue with relevant countries on export control issues and actively promote trade facilitation in line with requirements, he added. -0-

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  • 2.35 lakh houses approved under PMAY-Urban 2.0 in third CSMC meeting

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (2)

    A total of 2,34,864 houses have been sanctioned across nine states—Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. These houses fall under the Beneficiary Led Construction (BLC) and Affordable Housing in Partnership (AHP) verticals of the scheme.
    With this latest approval, the cumulative number of houses sanctioned under PMAY-U 2.0 has reached 7,09,979.
    Addressing the meeting, Secretary MoHUA urged larger states to formulate state-level affordable housing policies and submit more proposals under the AHP vertical. States were also advised to consider Maharashtra’s policy framework as a reference model and adapt it based on local needs. The Secretary further recommended early identification and attachment of beneficiaries to reduce the risk of unoccupied housing units at a later stage.
    The scheme continues to lay strong emphasis on inclusivity and women’s empowerment. Of the houses approved, over 1.25 lakh units have been sanctioned in the name of women, including single women and widows. Additionally, 44 houses have been allocated to transgender persons. In a further boost to social equity, 42,400 houses have been sanctioned for Scheduled Caste (SC) beneficiaries, 17,574 for Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 1,13,414 for Other Backward Classes (OBC).
    Under PMAY-U 2.0, launched as a revamped version of the original PMAY-U in June 2015, the Government aims to provide 1 crore urban families with financial assistance to either construct or purchase a pucca house. A central assistance of up to ₹2.5 lakh per unit is provided under the scheme.
    The eligibility criteria include individuals or families not owning a pucca house anywhere in India. For the BLC and AHP verticals, households with an annual income up to ₹3 lakh are eligible, while for the Interest Subsidy Scheme (ISS) vertical, the income cap is ₹9 lakh. Aadhaar or Aadhaar Virtual ID is mandatory for all beneficiaries.
    To date, over 93.19 lakh houses have been completed and handed over to beneficiaries under PMAY-U. The launch of PMAY-U 2.0 aims to extend this support to an additional 1 crore families across the urban landscape, particularly targeting the EWS, LIG and MIG segments.
    Citizens can apply for the scheme through the official portal at https://pmay-urban.gov.in or seek assistance from their respective Urban Local Bodies (ULBs).

  • FIFA hands four-match bans to Boca Juniors players sent off in Club World Cup opener

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (2)

    lass=”tr-story-p1″>Boca Juniors players Ander Herrera and Nicolas Figal were handed four-match bans by FIFA after being sent off in their Club World Cup opener against Benfica, a spokesperson for the Argentine club told Reuters on Wednesday.

    Boca disagreed with the sanctions imposed on their players after Benfica’s Andrea Belotti received a two-match ban for catching Ayrton Costa in the head with a high boot in the 72nd minute.

    “We have already contacted FIFA to submit an appeal,” said the club spokesperson.

    Spanish midfielder Herrera, who was subbed off due to a muscle injury, was shown a red card in the 45th minute after protesting to Mexican referee Cesar Ramos from the bench over a penalty awarded to the Portuguese side.

    Defender Figal was sent off in the 88th minute with a straight red card for a foul on Florentino Luis when the match was tied at 2-2.

    Boca will face Bayern Munich at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Friday in their second match in Group C.

    Reuters

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Cornishman report and safety flyer published

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    News story

    Cornishman report and safety flyer published

    Fatal accident on board a beam trawler 44 nautical miles south-south-west of the Isles of Scilly, England, with the loss of 1 life.

    Today, we have published our accident investigation report into the fatal accident to a deckhand on board the beam trawler Cornishman (PZ 512) 44 nautical miles south-south-west of the Isles of Scilly, England on 6 February 2021.

    The report, available via this link, contains details of what happened and subsequent actions taken.

    A safety flyer to the fishing industry has also been produced with this report.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Neil Hornby appointed Interim Chief Executive of the Rural Payments Agency

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    News story

    Neil Hornby appointed Interim Chief Executive of the Rural Payments Agency

    Neil Hornby will lead the agency as the recruitment process for a permanent Chief Executive continues

    The Rural Payments Agency (RPA) has appointed Neil Hornby as its interim Chief Executive Officer.

    Neil’s term began on 9 June 2025. The appointment follows former RPA Chief Executive Paul Caldwell’s decision to step down and retire from the Civil Service earlier this year. The recruitment process for a permanent Chief Executive is currently underway.

    Neil brings extensive experience to the position, having previously served as Chief Executive of the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas), as well as in senior government roles working on marine and fisheries, nuclear energy, flood risk management, soils and animal health. 

    Neil Hornby, Interim Chief Executive of the Rural Payments Agency, said:

    I am delighted to join the Rural Payments Agency at such an important time for British agriculture.

    I look forward to working with our dedicated team to provide a great service to farmers, landowners and rural communities across the country.

    Furthermore, Adrian Belton has been appointed as Chair of the Agency Management Board. The board provides leadership to the RPA, advising on strategy and ensuring high standards of corporate governance are maintained. Adrian brings a wealth of expertise to the role, having previously served as Chief Executive of the Food and Environment Research Agency (FERA) for six years.

    Adrian Belton, Chair of the Agency Management Board said:

    I’m excited to begin my role as Chair of the AMB, where I’ll focus on strategically supporting the RPA in the years ahead.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: AAIB Report: ATR 42-500, G-LMSA

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    News story

    AAIB Report: ATR 42-500, G-LMSA

    ATR 42-500 (G-LMSA), engine failure during cruise, north-east of Aberdeen International Airport, 23 July 2024

    Damage to No 1 engine second stage power turbine, looking from exhaust outlet

    Whilst in the cruise, the aircraft suffered a contained failure of the No 1 engine and a subsequent fire inside its cowlings due to a leak from the fuel return line which had become sufficiently loose following the engine failure to result in fuel leakage. The flight crew correctly followed the checklist procedures to shut down the engine, and the fire was extinguished. The aircraft landed without further incident.

    Although this is the only known instance of this fuel line becoming loose, the aircraft manufacturer has commenced a safety review to identify any possible safety actions which would further reduce the likelihood of leakage from the fuel return line.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: AAIB Report: Mini Nimbus C, G-CFHG

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    News story

    AAIB Report: Mini Nimbus C, G-CFHG

    Fatal accident involving a Mini Nimbus C (G-CFHG), Barlavington, Sussex, 5 June 2024

    Flightpath of G-CFHG (colour coded to show climb and descent rate) and overview data plot

    The pilot took off with the intention to conduct an endurance flight lasting five hours. In the early stages of the flight the pilot successfully gained height in two separate thermals. After approximately 30 minutes of flying, the pilot turned 180° to track back towards the airfield. Without any further significant height gains, the glider eventually descended through the height at which BGA guidance suggests a field landing should be initiated. The glider’s flightpath suggests the pilot did not intend to commit to a landing and at low level an apparent attempt was made to gain height in a thermal. The glider gained a small amount of additional height, but during this manoeuvre two loss of control events occurred, both consistent with a stall and wing drop. The pilot appeared to recover controlled flight during both incidents but lost height and following the second recovery, the glider came into contact with the tops of trees. This resulted in significant damage to the glider, and it struck the ground causing fatal injuries to the pilot. The pilot was appropriately trained, experienced and qualified to conduct the flight and the weather was suitable, although described as challenging by other pilots who flew that day. Whilst not considered to be causal, a contributory medical factor could not be excluded. It was not possible to determine why the pilot elected not to follow the relevant training to conduct a field landing at the appropriate opportunity.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Cancer Breakthrough: Novel Compound Could Change Treatment of Disease

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    Polytechnic University scientists have developed a new chemical composition with increased anti-cancer activity and virtually zero toxicity.

    Malignant neoplasms are one of the most serious problems of modern healthcare. Globally, about 20 million new cases of the disease are registered annually, and global mortality from cancer reaches 9-10 million people per year. In Russia, more than 640 thousand new cases of cancer are detected annually. At the same time, about 40% of patients seek medical help when the disease has already reached stage III-IV, which significantly reduces the effectiveness of treatment and worsens survival. The most common types are breast cancer, lung cancer and colorectal cancer.

    High morbidity and a significant proportion of cases of late diagnosis require the introduction of new, effective and affordable methods of therapy, which scientists in all countries are working on. Over the past ten years, a breakthrough has been achieved in the treatment of malignant neoplasms after the approval of tyrosine kinase inhibitors and immune checkpoint inhibitors, which have significantly changed approaches to the treatment of patients with cancer tumors. Small-molecule inhibitors of poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) are a promising group of new antitumor agents that can selectively inhibit the enzyme responsible for the restoration of genotoxic damage in cells, which ultimately leads to apoptosis and death of tumor cells.

    In Russia, under the conditions of sanctions pressure and the rising cost of modern foreign medicines, the creation of domestic antitumor drugs with high efficiency and low toxicity is especially relevant. This is the task that a group of scientists from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University is solving. They have selected chemical substances and invented a method for obtaining a new compound that has not only high anticancer activity, but also low toxicity.

    Standard tests using resazurin revealed that the obtained compound has more than 50 times the anti-cancer activity of its FDA-approved analogue. We determined the toxicity of the compound using the method of G. N. Pershin on mice. The results of the experiments showed that, according to the current classification, the compound belongs to class V of virtually non-toxic drugs. The obtained characteristics make it possible to use this compound to create new targeted drugs with low toxicity to healthy tissues, – said one of the authors of the invention, head of the Laboratory of Nano- and Microencapsulation of Biologically Active Substances of the Institute of Cardiovascular and Biological Problems of St. Petersburg Polytechnic University Alexander Timin.

    The potential of the drug for further production of anti-cancer drugs is highly appreciated by specialists participating in testing the new compound, in accordance with the agreement concluded between the N. N. Petrov National Medical Research Center of Oncology of the Ministry of Health of Russia and SPbPU.

    Currently, there are no registered inhibitors of domestic development in Russia. Therefore, it is especially important that the compound created by the scientists of the Polytechnic University of Petrovsky already demonstrates encouraging results at the early stages. This is an original molecule with characteristics comparable to foreign drugs. We continue research on biological models and are preparing for preclinical trials in accordance with international standards in order to provide patients with an effective and affordable antitumor agent in the future. Now we are waiting for the decision of the Ministry of Health on financing the project within the framework of the State assignment – the first stage of expert evaluation has already been successfully completed, – said Artem Poltoratsky, Head of the Department of Organization of Preclinical and Clinical Research, Leading Researcher and Oncologist at the N.N. Petrov National Medical Research Center of Oncology.

    Conducting preclinical studies and, in general, bringing the drug to market will be significantly cheaper also because Polytechnic scientists use artificial intelligence technologies. They conduct retrosynthetic analysis of large data sets (Big Data), establishing the relationship between the structure and biological activity of the compounds being studied.

    The neural network we trained generates potential structures with the required properties and predicts binding affinities with target molecules. The proposed approach allows us to calculate properties based on the structure, create training samples based on more than 40,000 molecules and predict the structures of leading compounds. These solutions and the developed neural network approach, which tracks the effect of molecules on the body, significantly reduce the time and material costs of preclinical studies, – said the leading researcher of the laboratory of nano- and microencapsulation of biologically active substances, one of the authors of the invention Sergey Shipilovskikh.

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  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: SH6/Lightband Road, Hope closed following crash

    Source: New Zealand Police

    State Highway 6/Lightband Road, Hope is closed following a crash.

    The two-vehicle crash near Clover Road was reported just after 8:30pm.

    Initial indications are that there are serious injuries.

    Motorists are advised to avoid the area as the road is expected to be closed for several hours.

    Detours are in place.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Excellent performance of Hong Kong’s higher education system showcases effectiveness of government measures

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Excellent performance of Hong Kong’s higher education system showcases effectiveness of government measures 
         He stressed that the Government attracts quality talent from around the world and nurtures local talent through various measures such as scholarship programmes to leverage Hong Kong’s strengths to serve the country’s needs. Starting from the 2024/25 academic year (AY), the non-local student quota for UGC-funded institutions has been doubled from 20 per cent to 40 per cent, raising non-local undergraduate enrolment from 19.9 per cent (2023/24 AY) to 23.2 per cent. The Government will further foster collaboration among the eight UGC-funded universities, including supporting the jointly established Heads of Universities Committee’s Standing Committee on Internationalisation to continue to promote the “Study in Hong Kong” brand worldwide.
     
         The spokesman added that the Government will continue to promote the strengthening of global exchanges and connections of research personnel and teams of local universities and support them to broaden research networks and co-operation areas with their overseas counterparts.
     
         The Government attaches great importance to the quality of teaching and learning at universities and invests substantial resources to step up support for the high-quality development of Hong Kong education. For the 2025–2028 triennium, approximately 78 per cent of the Block Grant will be allocated to support teaching and learning. Compared with the 2022-2025 triennium, the Teaching Development and Language Enhancement Grant provided by the UGC will increase by $100 million to approximately $920 million. The key themes of the Grant – including the integration of generative artificial intelligence and innovative technologies in education, the sharing of exemplary practices in teaching and learning, and the enhancement of students’ well-being and personal development – are aligned with current trends in education and societal needs. The most recent round of quality audits conducted by the Quality Assurance Council under the UGC also reaffirms the high quality of educational experiences offered by UGC-funded universities.
     
    To dovetail with the National 14th Five-Year Plan, the Government will leverage the vast opportunities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, supporting cutting-edge research conducted by the eight UGC-funded universities through the Research Grants Council (RGC) under the UGC. Over 20 research funds and scholarship programmes operate under the RGC, with more than 1 500 new projects receiving funding annually. These measures will help foster a robust research environment and further consolidate Hong Kong’s position as an international post-secondary education hub.
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  • MIL-OSI Russia: GUU in TOP-10 best economic universities in Moscow

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: State University of Management – Official website of the State –

    The State University of Management entered the top 10 best economic universities in Moscow according to RIA Novosti.

    On the eve of the start of the admissions campaign, the publication presented a selection of the best universities in the capital based on data on the programs offered, educational conditions, and positions in various rankings.

    GUU was included among the best economic universities in Moscow. The authors noted the practice-oriented approach to teaching, which allows students to gain real work experience and develop the necessary skills.

    Let us recall that our university is a recognized leader in project-based learning and is a federal innovation platform for the implementation of the project “Interregional educational and methodological center for project-based learning, project-based learning as a technology for practical training.”

    Earlier, the State University of Management was included in the annual ranking of the best universities in Russia RAEX-100, became one of the leaders of the first National Ranking of Graduates’ Employment, and the works of SUM students were noted as some of the best in the All-Russian competition of final qualification works in the format “Startup as a Diploma”.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Announcement on Open Market Operations No.115 [2025]

    Source: Peoples Bank of China

    Announcement on Open Market Operations No.115 [2025]

    (Open Market Operations Office, June 18, 2025)

    The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) issued the fourth batch of central bank bills in 2025 on the Central Moneymarkets Unit (CMU) bond tendering platform of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) through interest rate bidding on June 18, 2025 (Wednesday).

    Details of the Reverse Repo Operations

    Issue

    Volume

    Maturity

    Rate

    The Fourth Batch of Central Bank Bills (2025) (Hong Kong)

    RMB30 billion

    6 months

    (182 days)

    1.45%

    Date of last update Nov. 29 2018

    2025年06月18日

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  • MIL-OSI China: Announcement on Open Market Operations No.116 [2025]

    Source: Peoples Bank of China

    Announcement on Open Market Operations No.116 [2025]

    (Open Market Operations Office, June 19, 2025)

    The People’s Bank of China conducted reverse repo operations in the amount of RMB203.5 billion through quantity bidding at a fixed interest rate on June 19, 2025.

    Details of the Reverse Repo Operations

    Maturity

    Rate

    Bidding Volume

    Winning Bid Volume

    7 days

    1.40%

    RMB203.5 billion

    RMB203.5 billion

    Date of last update Nov. 29 2018

    2025年06月19日

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  • MIL-OSI China: China-South Asia Expo opens with focus on trade, emerging industries

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

    KUNMING, June 19 — The 9th China-South Asia Expo opened on Thursday in Kunming, capital of southwest China’s Yunnan Province, drawing representatives from 73 countries, regions and international organizations, as well as more than 2,500 enterprises.

    The six-day event has brought together all South and Southeast Asian nations, featuring 16 exhibition halls, nearly 70 percent of which are dedicated to professional sectors such as manufacturing, green energy, the coffee industry, and traditional Chinese medicine.

    Two South Asia-themed pavilions with nearly 800 booths have been set up, with India and Pakistan each hosting 140 booths.

    Nearly 40 economic and trade events are scheduled during the expo, including forums and procurement matchmaking meetings aimed at deepening regional cooperation.

    The expo was first held in Kunming in 2013, the same year China put forward the Belt and Road Initiative. It has since facilitated over 110 billion U.S. dollars in foreign trade transactions and served more than 20,000 enterprises.

    Jointly organized by the Ministry of Commerce (MOC) and the Yunnan provincial government, the expo serves as a key platform to strengthen economic and trade links between China and South Asian nations.

    In 2024, trade between China and South Asian countries neared 200 billion U.S. dollars, doubling over the past decade with an average annual growth rate of 6.3 percent, according to MOC data.

    China remains committed to high-level opening up and is advancing Chinese modernization through high-quality development, a process that will create valuable opportunities for cooperation with countries around the world, including those in South Asia, vice minister of commerce Yan Dong said at the opening ceremony.

    Yan also expressed China’s readiness to deepen trade and investment ties, expand cooperation in emerging sectors such as the digital economy, low-carbon development, artificial intelligence and biomedicine, and jointly promote an open world economy.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Phase one of Zhongguancun AI park completes construction

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

    The first phase of the Zhongguancun (Western Beijing) Artificial Intelligence Technology Park in Beijing’s Mentougou district has completed construction and is scheduled to open this October, according to Beijing Daily. 

    Jointly developed by Mentougou district and the ZGC Group, the park is a key project under Beijing’s “Two Zones” initiative. Once fully operational, it is expected to host more than 200 AI enterprises and generate over 10 billion yuan ($1.39 billion) in annual output.

    Covering a floor area of 310,000 square meters, the first phase features 16 buildings dedicated to research and development, as well as a number of support facilities. The park incorporates smart technologies and eco-friendly design elements throughout.

    The layout was designed with flexibility to meet the diverse needs of AI companies for office space, R&D, and testing. It aims to integrate research and small-scale production within a single campus.

    The park has also reached intent of cooperation with seven companies covering emerging and cutting-edge fields, including AI-powered medicine and smart equipment, said Deng Xiaowen, general manager of the park’s construction and management company.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Shanghai film festival spotlights upcoming Chinese blockbusters

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

    Nine highly anticipated Chinese blockbusters, including projects from directors Guan Hu, Rao Xiaozhi, Lu Yang and Feng Xiaogang, were previewed at a special event during the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) on June 17.

    Cast and crew members of nine upcoming Chinese blockbusters pose for a group photo at a promotional event during the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival, June 17, 2025. [Photo courtesy of SIFF Organizing Committee]

    Chen Guo, managing director of the Shanghai International Film and TV Events Center, said the blockbuster productions reflected the Chinese film industry’s ability to bring together leading talent and resources.

    “These films not only showcase the highest standards of Chinese cinema but also exert significant influence across the global film market,” Chen said at the 2025 Chinese Epic Showcase event. “The nine featured productions embody the collective expertise and dedication of Chinese filmmakers, carrying the industry’s and audiences’ highest expectations. Together, they will inject powerful momentum into the film market’s growth for the second half of this year.”

    The nine productions include Guan Hu and Fei Zhenxiang’s “Dong Ji Island,” Light Chaser Animation’s “Curious Tales of a Temple,” Rao Xiaozhi’s sequel to “A Cool Fish,” Da Peng’s “The Lychee Road,” Lu Yang’s “A Writer’s Odyssey 2” and “Echoes of Encounter,” Cao Baoping’s “Man Huang Jin Di,” and Feng Xiaogang’s “I Know Who You Are.” Several are scheduled for summer theatrical release.

    “Dong Ji Island,” six years in development and part of the Filmed for IMAX program, tells the story of Chinese fishermen from the Dongji Islands who risked their lives during World War II to rescue British prisoners of war after the Japanese transport ship Lisbon Maru was torpedoed and sank. The film features extensive underwater sequences, with more than 100 crew members receiving aquatic training and over 60 days spent on underwater filming, co-director Fei Zhenxiang said. The film is set for release on Aug. 8.

    “Curious Tales of a Temple,” an animated fantasy anthology from the studio behind “Chang An,” is set for release on July 12. Yu Zhou, co-founder and president of Light Chaser Animation, said the studio sought to honor the literary legacy of Pu Songling, a Qing dynasty writer, and that the project was its most demanding to date.

    Another anticipated title is “The Lychee Road,” due out July 25. Adapted from Ma Boyong’s novel, the film follows a Tang Dynasty official tasked with delivering lychees to the royal court. Director Da Peng described it as a comedy about an “ordinary man giving his all against life’s unfairness and helplessness.”

    Director Lu Yang presented two films: “A Writer’s Odyssey 2,” a fantasy adventure in the Filmed for IMAX program, and “Echoes of Encounter,” a science fiction romance set in a post-apocalyptic Nanjing and based on Tianrui Shuofu’s award-winning novel “Once Upon a Time in Nanjing.”

    “We explored the Filmed for IMAX program to capture our grand-scale scenes and innovative action sequences,” Lu said. “The IMAX format extends beyond mere larger visuals — it expands imagination itself. It allows us to fully convey the fearless courage we want to present to audiences, along with our passionate devotion to the people and ideals we believe in.”

    Director Cao Baoping, known for crime dramas such as “Trouble Makers” and “The Dead End,” introduced his latest film, “Man Huang Jin Di,” at the event. Set in a lawless region where crime is rampant, the film stars Jackson Yee, Duan Yihong, Huang Bo and Zhang Yi. It is scheduled for release later this year.

    “I Know Who You Are,” the latest film from director Feng Xiaogang, marks his return to period drama after an eight-year break since “Youth.” Starring Lei Jiayin and Hu Ge, the film follows a police officer’s 40-year search for a spy who turns out to be his neighbor. The story spans several decades and depicts social change through detailed recreations of daily life and architecture.

    Other films promoted at the event include the fantasy romance “Gift from a Cloud” by Yao Tingting, which is set for release on Aug. 29, and a dark comedy sequel to Rao Xiaozhi’s hit “A Cool Fish,” scheduled for release on July 5. The sequel is also part of the Filmed for IMAX program.

    “Whether in life or work, we all face low moments — even the global film market has struggled these years. This film is our wish for tides to turn,” Rao said.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Beijing’s reusable rockets to debut, eyeing trillion-yuan market

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

    The Chinese capital is poised for a breakthrough in commercial spaceflight, with multiple reusable rockets developed by local firms preparing for their maiden launches. The advancements could dramatically lower launch costs and help Beijing tap into the booming low-Earth orbit economy, estimated to be a trillion-yuan market.

    Low-Earth orbit, spanning 400 to 2,000 kilometers above Earth, offers advantages like natural magnetic shielding, lower radiation risks, and ultra-low-latency communication, making it a hotbed for global commercial space competition. Rockets serve as a critical gateway to this orbital frontier.

    At southeastern Beijing’s “Rocket Street,” a hub for aerospace innovation, companies like Galactic Energy and LandSpace are racing to deploy next-gen rockets.

    LandSpace’s Zhuque-3, a methane-fueled reusable rocket comparable to SpaceX’s Falcon 9, completed a 10-kilometer vertical takeoff and landing test last year and is expected to make a debut flight in the second half of 2025. Its stainless-steel structure and methane engines, reusable up to 20 times, could reduce launch costs by 80% to 90%.

    Meanwhile, Galactic Energy is pursuing a liquid oxygen and kerosene approach with its Pallas rocket, also targeting a 2025 maiden launch, said Xia Dongkun, the firm’s executive president.

    According to the municipal science and technology authority, Beijing is home to more than 70% of China’s commercial launch system integrators. It also maintains the country’s most complete launch vehicle development ecosystem and has developed a nationally leading satellite manufacturing cluster.

    Additionally, Beijing’s commercial rocket firms have set new records in launch, satellite development, and data applications: Beijing accounted for one-fifth of China’s commercial launches last year, and single-use rockets have entered routine operations.

    Galactic Energy’s CERES-1, China’s most-launched private rocket, has already sent 81 satellites to orbit for 25 clients. Its upgraded CERES-2, with doubled payload capacity, is preparing for its first flight.

    Cost efficiency is key. “We are scaling payloads from 1 metric ton to hundreds and thousands while driving down per-kilo launch costs to tap into the trillion-yuan market,” Xia noted. The firm has cut engine production expenses by 90% using 3D printing, a technique also adopted by LandSpace, which slashed manufacturing time for its Tianque engine from two months to days.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Beijing sees surge in cross-border e-commerce amid 618 festival

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

    The “618” mid-year shopping festival, one of China’s biggest e-commerce events, has driven a sharp rise in cross-border purchases in Beijing. 

    According to Beijing Customs, from May 13 to June 16, they processed 802,800 cross-border e-commerce import orders, up 10.98% from the previous year. The total value reached approximately 126 million yuan ($17.52 million), up 23.53% year on year.

    E-commerce platforms like JD.com are now offering fast delivery for imported goods. A Beijing resident surnamed Wang recently received a bottle of Australian Cabernet Sauvignon in less than an hour after placing his order. JD Worldwide’s head of supply chain Wu Xue said the order marked a milestone for the platform’s instant delivery service, which enables customers to receive international orders in just hours or, in some cases, minutes.

    Through this service model, consumers can check out imported products in offline stores, place orders online, and get them delivered within a few hours, faster than the usual same-day or next-day delivery.

    JD has stocked more than 500 types of imported products, including cosmetics, wines, and baby care items, at Beijing Yizhuang Bonded Logistics Center in advance. Once an order is placed, goods go through customs procedures and are then transferred to nearby couriers, significantly reducing delivery time.

    Tianzhu Customs, under Beijing Customs, also stepped up preparations ahead of the shopping festival. Officials monitored order flows in real-time and optimized clearance processes to support timely deliveries. From May 13 to June 16, Tianzhu Customs processed over 55-million-yuan worth of beauty and fragrance products, a 38.5% increase from the same period last year.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: eThekwini Municipality strengthens ties in UAE to advance smart city

    Source: South Africa News Agency

    eThekwini Municipality strengthens ties in UAE to advance smart city

    The eThekwini Municipality has embarked on a high-level international engagement mission in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), reinforcing its commitment to sustainable urban development, cutting-edge transport systems, and smart city transformation.

    City Manager, Musa Mbhele is currently leading a series of high-level strategic engagements with government and business leaders in Abu Dhabi to explore strategic partnerships that could unlock economic opportunities and introduce advanced infrastructure innovation solutions.

    This follows a successful initial round of discussions with major Abu Dhabi institutions, which laid a robust foundation for collaboration in integrated mobility, urban planning, and digital governance.

    Key objectives of the UAE mission

    The current leg of the mission, taking place from 16 to 19 June 2025, aims to:  
    •    Finalise agreements with the Integrated Transport Center (ITC) and the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) to implement forward-looking transport innovations aligned to the needs of the eThekwini region.
    •    Explore technology-driven investment platforms with Maqta Technologies, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Ports Group, focusing on digital investment portals, such as the Single Window and the proposed “Invest in KZN” prototype.
    •    Consolidate the Abu Dhabi-Dubai-KZN knowledge exchange corridor, focusing on smart logistics, sustainable infrastructure, and advanced technologies in customs clearance and risk analytics through platforms like BorderVision, RiskLab, and BorderMeter.

    Mbhele is joined by Project Executive in the Chief Operations Office, Lungelo Buthelezi, and Acting Head of the eThekwini Transport Authority, Nelisiwe Zama.

    On 16 June, the team led constructive discussions with senior leaders in Dubai’s Department of Municipalities and Transport, centred on building urban spaces, where mobility is seamless, sustainable, and intelligently connected.

    “As urban landscapes evolve, the integration of smart transport systems, thoughtful urban planning, and municipal coordination has become more crucial than ever. We are in the United Arab Emirates to leverage international best practices.

    “By embracing innovation and strategic planning, we pave the way for a connected and resilient urban future for our city of Durban,” said Mbhele.

    Collaboration with UAE mobility and infrastructure leaders

    The eThekwini delegation also engaged with key stakeholders in Abu Dhabi’s intelligent mobility and digital infrastructure sectors.

    Among the stakeholders included Dr Emily Mogano, Vice President of Partnerships at the Sheikh Maktoum NEO Technologies Office, who expressed enthusiasm for the growing collaboration.

    Senior representatives from the UAE’s transport sector, led by Minister Abdulla Al Hashmi, Director of Traffic Systems at the Integrated Transport Center, shared insights on Abu Dhabi’s Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS). These include smart mobility advancements, traffic infrastructure optimisation, and road safety enhancements driven by cutting-edge technologies.

    Al Hashmi emphasised the UAE’s readiness to collaborate with eThekwini on solutions tailored for Durban’s urban context.

    These engagements underscores eThekwini’s commitment to proactive global cooperation and innovation-driven development, positioning Durban as a hub for international investment, mobility innovation, and smart governance. – SAnews.gov.za
     

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  • MIL-OSI Global: Degrowth and fashion: how upcycling innovators show us how to rethink and reuse waste

    Source: The Conversation – France – By Handan Vicdan, Associate professor of marketing, EM Lyon Business School

    Every year, some 100 billion garments are produced worldwide, and 92 million tonnes of clothing waste end up in landfills. Given this enormous amount of waste, it is logical to think that the only way forward is to degrow fashion. But can fashion and degrowth co-exist?

    Degrowth is defined as the planned reduction of production and consumption in a way that ensures equitable living. Degrowth principles, such as sufficiency, cooperation and care, clash with growth principles of maximization, commodification and efficiency. For the fashion industry, which is responsible for immense resource extraction and waste creation, reducing resource throughput and ensuring equitable value creation pose enduring challenges.

    While some governments and corporations encourage consumers to shop responsibly and reduce waste, collective responsibility is needed to facilitate a degrowth transition, which urges a fundamental shift in the way designers, manufacturers and brands approach fashion waste. Will circular practices help create a just and equitable industry? Is it possible to produce clothing locally and differently than “fast fashion” retailers?


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    Upcycling as a radical rethinking of our relationship with waste

    In a recent study, we explored how the circular fashion practice of upcycling – creative and caring transformation of discarded or waste clothes into something of higher value – pushes industry actors to rethink their relationship to fashion waste and give it value as a resource compatible with degrowth values. We examined how upcycling is practiced across institutions – brands, manufacturers, designers and NGOs – in Turkey, one of Europe’s largest textile producers.

    It is important to note that while conversations about recycling – the practice of breaking down textile waste into raw material through mechanical or chemical processes – are prevalent in the fashion world, the painful fact is that only 1% of clothes are recycled into new garments, meaning the majority of fashion waste is doomed to remain as waste. Through upcycling, on the other hand, waste is treated as a resource. Rather than viewing clothes as disposable, upcycling enables us to understand and care about our clothes’ journey and the people and ecosystems behind them. Converting discarded food into natural dyes for colouring fabric, or using sailcloth to make handbags, creates value through the creativity, materials, skill sharing, and caring involved.

    As part of green-growth efforts, some circular fashion actors treat waste as a commodity and try to maximize growth through efficient waste reduction. However, this is incompatible with degrowth. We need to reduce production of textiles and make use of existing textile waste, not just discard textile waste efficiently.



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    Relational ways of working with waste, technology, nature and people

    Our research highlights the importance of the socio-ecological value of waste in industry upcycling practices. Such value is generated through social and solidarity networks of relations around waste, including between designers, manufacturers and upcycling brands, and involving nature and technology.

    We emphasise the growing interest in the story of waste material, which is reinforcing strong connections to waste and its origins. Upcycling designers highlight local and material heritage in the production of upcycled clothes, which is necessary to foster the ecological and material consciousness required for a degrowth transition. Designers we interviewed evoked the idea that “nature doesn’t waste anything”, and mentioned being inspired by and mimicking nature’s cycles in the design process.

    We also reflect on the kind of technology needed to support more relational, localised systems. The practices of upcycling designers and small brands highlight the value of the creation of waste-sharing platforms among industry actors. These platforms serve as waste libraries and provide opportunities to purchase different kinds of textile waste for upcycling.

    Making waste valuable

    Industry actors we interviewed said they are not simply trend chasers focused on profit, but seeking to build alternative ways of working with each other, nature, waste and technology. For example, designers partnered with local women in rural areas in Erzurum, Mugla and Kilis provinces to upcycle discarded fabrics into handwoven garments, preserving cultural heritage. A brand collected food waste to create natural textile dyes, collaborating with local cafés and friends in Istanbul. During the Covid-19 crisis, solidarity networks emerged between hospitals, textile manufacturers and designers to make upcycled uniforms for doctors and nurses. We have observed that manufacturers also repurpose waste to give gifts to employees, children and others. These practices aim to reduce waste and reconnect people to waste material, and enable the sharing of local knowledge and skills.

    Our data also demonstrates a concern over lack of circular literacy among industry actors. Currently, access to upcycling knowledge and skills, as well as waste material, happens through knowledge hubs and waste-sharing platforms. For example, working with sectoral representatives and local governments, one knowledge hub created a circular economy guide to raise industry awareness about ways to revalue and reduce textile waste.

    Upcycling is still a niche circular practice, and access to waste resources for initiatives, as well as lack of public funding and policy support for projects, remain important concerns. Nonetheless, when it is grounded in local communities, new narratives about materials, and care, upcycling can foster degrowth values in fashion.

    Handan Vicdan ne travaille pas, ne conseille pas, ne possède pas de parts, ne reçoit pas de fonds d’une organisation qui pourrait tirer profit de cet article, et n’a déclaré aucune autre affiliation que son organisme de recherche.

    – ref. Degrowth and fashion: how upcycling innovators show us how to rethink and reuse waste – https://theconversation.com/degrowth-and-fashion-how-upcycling-innovators-show-us-how-to-rethink-and-reuse-waste-258869

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