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On April 27th, Zheng Zhajie, Director of the National Development and Reform Commission, met with the delegation led by Costa, Chief Minister of the Brazilian Presidential Office, who was visiting China. Both sides had in-depth exchanges on implementing the consensus reached at the China Pakistan summit and further promoting the deep and practical integration of China Pakistan development strategies. Director Zheng Zhajie said that China attaches great importance to the joint construction of the “the Belt and Road” initiative with Pakistan’s “New Industrial Plan” and other development strategies. China and Pakistan have strong economic complementarity, a good foundation for cooperation, and a very broad prospect. Since the signing of the development strategy docking cooperation plan between China and Pakistan at the end of last year, the two sides have made a series of positive progress in cooperation. The National Development and Reform Commission is willing to continue to promote the two sides to deepen cooperation in relevant fields, expand cooperation space, improve the level of mutually beneficial and win-win cooperation, and benefit the two countries and their people. Director Zheng Zhajie introduced the development trend of the Chinese economy to Costa and his delegation, and stated that in the first quarter of this year, the Chinese economy started steadily and had a good start, with multiple economic indicators accelerating their growth rates and the trend of economic recovery continuing to consolidate. China has the ability and confidence to achieve this year’s economic development goals, solidly promote high-quality development, and constantly take new steps in Chinese path to modernization. China welcomes the strengthening of cooperation between Pakistan and China, and the sharing of development opportunities and dividends. Director Zheng Zhajie stated that in the current complex and severe international situation, China and Pakistan, as developing countries, important emerging economies, and important members of the global South, should continue to strengthen communication and coordination, resolutely oppose unilateralism and protectionism from the perspective of the common interests of the two countries and the international community, firmly maintain the stability of the multilateral trading system and global industrial and supply chains, maintain an open and cooperative international environment, and promote the development of economic globalization towards the correct direction of inclusiveness.

On April 27th, the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation announced that Ignat Kuzin has been officially charged with carrying out terrorist acts that led to the death of Russian Lieutenant General Yaroslav Moskalik. The Russian Investigation Commission said that the suspect had confessed to the crime involved, and investigators are currently continuing to interrogate him. It is reported that Kuzin, as a representative of the Ukrainian intelligence agency, received a total compensation of $18000 for the terrorist attack. His target, Lieutenant General Moskalik, held an important position in the Russian military before his death, and the specific unit number was not disclosed in the notification.

On April 27, under the continuous promotion of the “the Belt and Road” initiative, the economic, trade and financial cooperation between China and the co construction countries has reached a new level. The reporter recently learned from the People’s Bank of China that in the first quarter of this year, the receipt and payment amount of cross-border RMB business in China and Malaysia was 102 billion yuan, up 27% year on year; The cross-border RMB business receipts and payments with Cambodia amounted to 5 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 45%. Among them, the cross-border RMB receipts and payments for goods trade amounted to 1.3 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 23%. Since the pilot program began in 2009, China’s cross-border RMB settlement business has achieved rapid development, “said Wen Bin, Chief Economist of China Minsheng Bank.” Chinese enterprises using RMB for pricing and settlement in foreign economic and trade exchanges can not only avoid exchange rate risks, but also reduce third-party currency conversion costs and lower corporate financial costs. (Economic Daily)

On April 27th, a team from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the United States created a unique machine learning “periodic table” that showcases the connections between over 20 classic machine learning algorithms. This framework reveals strategies for scientists to integrate different methods, improve existing AI models or propose new models, and further promote the development and application of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. (Science and Technology Daily)

On April 27th, local time, according to data released by the Palestinian Gaza Strip health department, Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip have caused at least 49 deaths and 108 injuries in the past 24 hours. According to the Palestinian News Agency on the 26th, the Israeli army bombed Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, Gaza City and Shati refugee camp in the northern Gaza Strip, resulting in at least 16 deaths, including children, and multiple injuries. The Israeli military has not yet responded to this. The Israeli Defense Forces stated in a statement on the 26th that since resuming military operations in the Gaza Strip on March 18th, they have attacked over 1800 targets in the Gaza Strip. In the past 48 hours, the Israeli military has launched attacks on approximately 120 targets in the Gaza Strip. (CCTV News)

On April 27th, an explosion occurred at Shahid Rajai Port in southern Iran on April 26th, causing multiple casualties and noticeable tremors in the city of Abbas. The Chinese Consulate General in Abbas immediately activated the emergency response mechanism for consular protection, verified the injuries of Chinese citizens with relevant Iranian departments, and demanded that Iran fully guarantee the safety of Chinese personnel’s lives and property. The Chinese Embassy in Iran once again reminds its compatriots in Iran to enhance their security awareness, avoid going to dangerous and sensitive areas and densely populated places, and ensure personal and property safety. In case of emergency, please report to the police in a timely manner and contact the embassy in Iran for assistance. Iran Emergency Hotline: 110 Iran Emergency Hotline: 115 Ministry of Foreign Affairs Global Consular Protection and Service Emergency Hotline (24 hours):+86-10-12308 or+86-10-65612308 Chinese Embassy in Iran Consular Protection and Assistance Hotline:+98-9122176035 Chinese Consulate General in Abbas Consular Protection and Assistance Hotline:+98-9914240393

On the early morning of April 27th local time, the Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) issued a statement stating that its delegation had left the Egyptian capital Cairo after ending talks with Egypt. The statement stated that the delegation held intensive talks and consultations with the Egyptian side during their stay in Egypt, with a focus on discussing issues related to promoting a ceasefire in Gaza and ending Israel’s war against Gaza. Hamas once again expressed its position on achieving a comprehensive ceasefire in Gaza, including implementing a ceasefire, exchanging personnel with Israel, allowing aid to enter Gaza, and restoring Gaza’s reconstruction. Hamas and Egypt have agreed to further communicate on relevant issues and promote the implementation of the Gaza ceasefire. Both sides also discussed the humanitarian crisis in Gaza due to Israel’s strict blockade and obstruction of supplies entering Gaza. Both sides emphasized the need for urgent action to provide assistance to the people of Gaza. (CCTV News)

On April 27th, local time, the Federal Aviation Administration of the United States announced that a Muni M20TN aircraft crashed south of the Upper Cumberland Regional Airport in Tennessee at noon on the same day, with three people on board. According to reports, the incident resulted in at least one death. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board of the United States will investigate the incident. (CCTV News)

On April 27th, local time, Osama Hamdan, a senior official of the Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas), issued a statement stating that as long as Israel continues to occupy Palestine, Hamas will not give up armed resistance. Osama said that Hamas proposed that all parties comply with the ceasefire agreement reached in January this year or reach a comprehensive ceasefire agreement to ensure Israel’s full withdrawal from the Gaza Strip, open the border crossing connecting Gaza, and achieve a long-term ceasefire. In addition, Hamas will not respond to any ceasefire proposal that does not include Israel’s complete cessation of aggression against the Gaza Strip, and Hamas does not accept Israel’s so-called “post-war Gaza” statements, but insists on demanding that the Israeli military “stop aggression”. (CCTV News)

On April 27th, local time, according to Jamal Amer, the head of the Houthi armed diplomatic department, US fighter jets bombed a ship docked at Ras Issa Port in Hodeidah Province, western Yemen on April 25th to prevent it from unloading its fuel load. The attack resulted in three Russian crew members being injured to varying degrees. The US military has not yet responded to this. On the evening of April 17th, the US military carried out a large-scale airstrike on the Port of Las Issa, causing the port to be completely paralyzed. (CCTV News)