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On Tuesday (August 25), the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights stated in a report covering the period from June 2025 to May 2026 that ongoing conflicts, military violence, and the expansion of a so-called 'war economy' have left civilians in dire straits. The UN claims the human rights situation in Myanmar has hit a new low.
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China News Service, August 26. On August 26, the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office held a regular press conference. A reporter asked: Recently, the Taiwan education department stated it has coordinated with the Mainland Affairs Council to establish a "login platform." Schools in Taiwan must report information when traveling to the mainland for exchanges; if the information reported is inaccurate, the department will consider reducing future subsidies for school exchange applications or activity equipment. This move has again sparked concerns among some Taiwan schools regarding participation in cross-strait educational exchanges. What is your comment on this?
Translation note: "民进党" (Democratic Progressive Party) is often referred to as the DPP in English. "登录平台" translates literally as login/registration platform.
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'Going to Zibo for Barbecue'—how would you rate it now? Zibo Barbecue: Tasting the 'Zibo' flavor in the fireworks of life | Vibrant China Research Tour
Translation note: '进淄赶烤' is a pun on '赶考' (going to take an exam) and '烤' (barbecue). '烟火气' (fireworks of life) is a common Chinese idiom referring to the warmth and vitality of everyday life.
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China News Service, Beijing, August 26. On August 26, the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council held a routine press conference. At the conference, a reporter asked the spokesperson to introduce the situation of the "Heart to Heart, Walking Together - Cross-Strait Youth Exchange Season" Shanghai event, and inquired about other planned activities for the youth two-way exchange institutionalized platform between the KMT and the CPC this year.
Translation note: TAO stands for the Taiwan Affairs Office (国务院台办). KMT and CPC are standard acronyms for the Kuomintang and Communist Party of China.
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Reporters learned from the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, the Agricultural Bank of China, the Bank of China, and the China Construction Bank that the four major commercial banks have taken the lead in implementing the interest subsidy policies for loans to small and micro enterprises and service sector business entities, as outlined in the 'Notice on Further Improving Fiscal and Financial Synergy to Promote Domestic Demand' (Cai Jin [2026] No. 71) jointly issued by the Ministry of Finance and other departments.
Translation note: “贴息” refers to interest subsidies provided by the government to reduce the borrowing costs for specific business entities.
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August 26 (China News Service) - On August 26, the State Council Information Office held a series of press conferences on "Getting off to a Good Start for the 15th Five-Year Plan." Xin Guobin, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, introduced the situation regarding full efforts to implement the 15th Five-Year Plan and accelerating the advancement of new industrialization.
Translation note: “专精特新” (Specialized, refined, differential, and innovative) is a specific Chinese government policy designation. “小巨人” refers to the "Little Giant" program for high-growth SMEs.
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On August 26, the State Council Information Office held a series of press conferences themed 'Getting Off to a Good Start for the 15th Five-Year Plan.' Relevant officials from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology introduced information regarding efforts to fully grasp the implementation of the 15th Five-Year Plan and accelerate the promotion of new industrialization.
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On August 26, the State Council Information Office held a series of press conferences themed on 'Starting the 15th Five-Year Plan.' Relevant officials from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) introduced efforts to fully implement the '15th Five-Year Plan' and accelerate the promotion of new industrialization.
Translation note: “Above designated size” refers to industrial enterprises with an annual main business revenue of 20 million yuan or more.
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On August 26, the State Council Information Office held a series of press conferences themed 'Beginning the 15th Five-Year Plan,' where officials from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) introduced efforts to fully implement the 15th Five-Year Plan and accelerate the advancement of new industrialization.
Translation note: “十五五” refers to the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030).
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Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, August 26. Liu Yulin, Director of the Information and Communication Development Department of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, stated at a series of themed press conferences on the "starting point of the '15th Five-Year Plan'" held by the State Council Information Office on August 26 that during the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, efforts will accelerate key 6G technology breakthroughs, continuously carry out 6G technical trials and standard development, and promote 6G industrial maturity and ecosystem construction to prepare for 6G commercialization. (End)
Translation note: "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五) refers to the 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development.
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On August 26, the State Council Information Office held a series of themed press conferences on "Getting Off to a Good Start in the '15th Five-Year Plan'," where officials from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) introduced efforts to fully implement the '15th Five-Year Plan' and accelerate the advancement of new industrialization. The press conference stated that China has successfully developed nearly 200 key standards for artificial intelligence.
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On August 26, the State Council Information Office held a series of themed press conferences on 'Starting the 15th Five-Year Plan,' where officials from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology introduced information regarding the full effort to implement the '15th Five-Year Plan' and accelerate the advancement of new industrialization.
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On August 26, the State Council Information Office held a series of themed press conferences on "Opening and Starting the '15th Five-Year Plan'," where officials from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology introduced plans to fully implement the "15th Five-Year Plan" and accelerate the promotion of new-type industrialization.
Translation note: "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五) refers to the 2026-2030 economic planning period.
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At Shanghai Disneyland this summer, when the parade floats passed by, it wasn't just smartphones being held up in the crowd—various gimbal cameras and telephoto lenses also frequently "made an appearance." Lin Xiao, a white-collar worker from Beijing born after 1995, was one of them. Before going to Disney, she had struggled with whether to buy a DJI Pocket 4, but since she doesn't travel often, she feared it would sit idle. Following a recommendation, she rented one on the Renrenzu platform without a deposit; it arrived the next day with complete accessories, costing less than 100 yuan for two days. "The experience was great, and I have a new understanding of rental consumption," said Lin Xiao.
Translation note: The '95 post' refers to the generation born after 1995.
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Today (the 26th), the CSI commodity futures series sector indices were officially released. This series consists of 40 indices, led by the industrial and agricultural-livestock sectors. These indices can precisely and objectively represent price trends in commodity futures sub-sectors and reflect investment return trends, providing a fair benchmark for investors to evaluate performance and conduct benchmarking. Additionally, it will help steadily enhance China's pricing power and international influence in the global commodity market. (CCTV News Client)
Translation note: The term '中证' (Zhongzheng) refers to China Securities Index (CSI).
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TAIYUAN, Aug 26 (CNS) (Reporter Li Tingyao) -- "During the '15th Five-Year Plan' period, we will continue to focus on the positioning of a 'cultural-commercial integrated tourism hotspot portal' and transform cultural tourism traffic into incremental growth for industrial prosperity," Zhang Rui, Vice Mayor of Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province, stated on the 25th.
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China News Service, August 26 (Reporter) According to the website of the China Foreign Exchange Trade System, authorized by the People's Bank of China, the China Foreign Exchange Trade System announced that the central parity rate of the RMB against the US dollar in the interbank foreign exchange market on August 26, 2026, is: 1 USD to 6.7829 RMB, an increase of 23 basis points.
Translation note: An 'increase' in the context of central parity refers to the strengthening of the RMB value against the USD (a smaller number of RMB per dollar).
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China News Service, August 26 - According to the central bank's website, on August 26, 2026, the People's Bank of China conducted 239.5 billion yuan in 7-day reverse repo operations using a fixed-rate, quantity-tendering method, fully meeting the needs of primary dealers. Details are as follows:
Translation note: Reverse repo (repurchase agreement) is a common central bank tool for liquidity management.
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A-shares opening: Over 2,500 individual stocks are in the green (declining), the Shanghai Composite Index opened lower, while the Shenzhen and ChiNext indices opened higher; communication equipment and power generation equipment sectors rose, while oil/gas, petrochemicals, and shipping fell.
Translation note: In Chinese stock market terminology, “绿” (green) represents a decline in share price, which is the opposite of the convention in the U.S. market.
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Guangzhou, August 26 (China News Service) — On August 25, the hoisting and welding of the steel cap beam for the portal pier of the Shenzhen-Jiangmen Railway's Section 10 Zhongshan Station Southeast Connecting Line overpass across the Guangzhou-Zhuhai Intercity Railway were completed, establishing a foundation for subsequent simple-supported beam installation and bridge deck system construction.
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An international academic conference on Tibetology, originally scheduled to be held in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, from August 23 to 29, was suddenly changed from an offline format to an online format shortly before it was set to begin. Is this change the result of pressure from China?
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A group of Republican and Democratic senators and representatives sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick on Tuesday (August 25), requesting that the Trump administration close loopholes in export control rules to prohibit U.S. citizens and companies from working for the civil intelligence and security agencies of 'adversary nations' such as China and Russia.
Bipartisan U.S. Legislators Urge Trump Administration to Ban U.S. Citizens from Working for Chinese and Russian Security Agencies
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A group of Republican and Democratic senators and representatives sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick on Tuesday (August 25), requesting that the Trump administration close loopholes in export control rules to prohibit U.S. citizens and companies from working for the civil intelligence and security agencies of 'adversary nations' such as China and Russia.
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The 25th meeting of the Special Representatives on the China-India boundary question was held in Beijing on August 25. Both China and India agreed to continue dialogue to handle the boundary question, with signs indicating a thaw in diplomatic relations between the two countries.
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine believes the window of opportunity for U.S.-mediated efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war could last until the end of next summer, and that they have drafted a one-page plan with U.S. and European officials to present to the Russian side.
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On August 25, U.S. President Trump stated that he is "seriously considering renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America." Trump believes that Canada has been enjoying Washington's generosity for years. He emphasized, "We no longer intend to do much business with Ontario," referring to the Canadian province located near Detroit, which has a strong automotive industry. This idea is reminiscent of one of his first decisions after returning to politics: renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.
Translation note: The term "Lake America" is used as a direct translation of the provided text's claim regarding Trump's proposed name change.
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Mazloum Abdi, leader of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), an armed group led by Syrian Kurds that once fought against the 'Islamic State' extremist organization, announced on the 25th the dissolution of this armed force.
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The foreign ministers of Iran and Oman discussed a framework agreement on August 25 aimed at establishing a 'temporary shipping lane' in the Strait of Hormuz and carrying out mine-clearing operations in this strategic waterway, which is vital to global trade.
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Recently, Bo Guagua has frequently published long-form commentaries on the social platform X (formerly Twitter) regarding events such as China-Canada trade, international politics and economics, and mourning the late Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji. His remarks and movements often trigger various interpretations and discussions among external and overseas public opinion.
Translation note: “支招” is an informal term meaning to give advice or provide tips.
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On August 25, long lines appeared at various gas stations in the Iranian capital of Tehran. Many drivers filled their tanks early, before they were empty, fearing that the ongoing war would lead to fuel supply interruptions or future price increases. Notable congestion occurred at Tehran's gas stations, with many drivers beginning to queue even when they still had half a tank of gas. Some gas stations implemented rationing, limiting purchases to 20 liters per vehicle, forcing drivers to return multiple times.
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A group of bipartisan US lawmakers reintroduced a bill on Tuesday (August 25) that proposes expanding sanctions on Chinese chemical manufacturers, online sellers, shippers, and financial institutions accused of fueling the US fentanyl crisis.
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After trade negotiations with Canada collapsed, a frustrated President Trump continued his threats, stating he is considering renaming Lake Ontario to "Lake America," once again challenging the limits of Canadian dignity.
Translation note: The Chinese term 恼羞成怒 implies a reaction of anger born out of embarrassment or frustration following a failure.
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According to US media outlets CBS and Axios, CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to Moscow on Tuesday. Neither Washington nor Moscow has confirmed the trip. The purpose of the visit remains unclear, and this would mark Ratcliffe's first visit to Russia since taking office in 2025. Axios and CBS News did not specify which Russian officials John Ratcliffe would meet or the agenda for the talks.
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美媒：CIA局长前往莫斯科
据美国媒体CBS和Axios报道，中央情报局局长约翰·拉特克利夫（John Ratcliffe）于周二前往莫斯科。华盛顿和莫斯科方面均尚未证实此次行程。此次访问的目的尚不清楚，这将是拉特克利夫自2025年上任以来首次访问俄罗斯。Axios 和 CBS 新闻没有具体说明约翰·拉特克利夫将与哪些俄罗斯官员会面，也没有说明会谈议程。
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Royal Jordanian Airlines and Air China have signed a memorandum of understanding in Beijing aimed at deepening commercial and operational cooperation between the two sides. The main goal of this partnership is to prepare for the future launch of direct flights between Jordan and the Chinese capital, as there is currently no regular direct service between the two cities.
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On August 25, French astronaut Sophie Adenot exited the International Space Station for the second time to perform extravehicular activities. This spacewalk lasted four and a half hours, during which an antenna was replaced. Approximately 20 minutes into the process, Adenot stepped out of the dark space station to rendezvous with her American astronaut companion, Anil Menon.
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American singer-songwriter, actress, businesswoman, and philanthropist Dolly Parton passed away on Tuesday at the age of 80. U.S. President Trump stated on the 25th that her death is a 'true loss for millions,' and flags nationwide will be flown at half-staff in her honor. Trump wrote: 'There has never been anyone like her; and there never will be again,' which corresponds to what the Chinese call 'unprecedented, and never to be repeated.'
Translation note: The phrase “前无古人、后无来者” is a Chinese idiom meaning 'unprecedented and unsurpassed,' used here to translate the sentiment expressed in Trump's quote.
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China News Service, Altay, Xinjiang, August 25 (Reporter Gou Jipeng). On the 25th, the 2026 High-Purity Quartz Industry Chain Development Conference, themed "Quartz Casting the Foundation, Chips Powering the Future of Xinjiang," was held in Altay City, Xinjiang. More than 40 industry experts and scholars, along with representatives from over 180 upstream and downstream enterprises in the industry chain, attended the meeting.
Translation note: The conference theme contains a wordplay on 'Xin' (芯, chip/core) and 'Xinjiang' (新疆).
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Canada will impose tariffs ranging from 15% to 50% on a series of US products starting September 8, and stated that if its automotive industry is affected by new US tariffs, Canada will take retaliatory measures. Canadian Minister of Finance François-Philippe Champagne added that Ottawa 'did not intend' to launch this trade war, which is an 'unprecedented challenge' for Canada.
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The U.S. Department of State confirmed earlier media reports. The State Department stated on the 25th that the Trump administration is preparing to revoke business and tourist visas for foreign nationals who have applied for or are seeking asylum in the U.S., affecting as many as 200,000 people. If implemented, this measure would become the largest single visa revocation action in U.S. history and could face legal challenges.
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The Canadian Digital Media Research Network (CDMRN), DisinfoWatch, and the University of Regina recently released investigation reports warning that covert information warfare networks from Russia and the American far-right media ecosystem are deeply intervening in the separatist movement in Alberta. Some Canadian Chinese worry that the closed-off Chinese-language media sphere is more susceptible to influence, potentially even aligning objectively with Beijing's 'external propaganda' narratives.
Translation note: '大外宣' (Big External Propaganda) refers to the Chinese government's efforts to influence international public opinion.
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加拿大研究组织：美俄假资讯介入阿省独立运动 华人圈成为假资讯温床
加拿大数码媒体研究网络（CDMRN）、DisinfoWatch 以及利载拿大学（University of Regina）近期发布的调查报告相继提出警告，来自俄罗斯的隐蔽资讯战网络与美国极右翼舆论生态，正深度介入艾伯塔省（Alberta，又译阿省）的分离主义运动。有加拿大华人担心，封闭的华文圈内更容易受到影响，甚至在客观效果上与北京的大外宣叙事不谋而合。
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China opposes the 'illegal unilateral sanctions' imposed by the US on Iran. Scholars point out that it is inconvenient for Washington to confront Tehran's major oil buyer at this moment, so as not to add variables to Xi Jinping's visit to the US at the end of September.
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The day after the United States announced a global economic crackdown on Iran, President Donald Trump said that Tehran is unable to pay military wages while killing protesters, labeling it a 'humanitarian crisis.'
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China opposes the 'illegal unilateral sanctions' imposed by the US on Iran. Scholars point out that it is inconvenient for Washington to confront Tehran's major oil buyer at this moment, so as not to add variables to Xi Jinping's visit to the US at the end of September.
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Recently, the "formaldehyde cabbage" incident has continued to ferment on the Chinese internet, drawing public attention. According to comprehensive reports from media outlets including the Central News Agency on the 25th, neighboring countries such as South Korea and Japan are urgently inspecting cabbage imported from China to see if it contains substances such as formaldehyde.
Translation note: "发酵" literally means "ferment," used metaphorically here to describe an escalating news event.
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According to German media reports, in the drone incident that occurred at Leipzig Airport in early August, it appears that another drone was found near the airport. Chancellor Merz stated that he would make a statement and clarify the Leipzig incident in the near future.
Translation note: The name 'Merz' likely refers to Friedrich Merz, though the text only specifies 'Chancellor' (总理).
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Shanghai, August 25 (Reporter Chen Jing) — Qian Xiao, Deputy Director of the Shanghai Data Bureau, stated on the 25th that over the past year, Shanghai-Hong Kong digital cooperation has achieved fruitful results in deepening mechanisms, cross-border data flow, and services for the convenience of people and enterprises.
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China News Service, Wuhan, August 25 (Reporter Liang Ting, Pan Qingfang). Reporters learned from the 2026 Conference on Accelerating the Construction of a Transport Power on the 25th that by relying on the complementarity of near-sea direct routes with land-based railway and aviation hubs, Hubei has formed an international logistics pattern of "multi-directional sea, land, and air linkage."
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China News Service, Shanghai, August 25 - The '15th Five-Year Plan for Accelerating the Construction of an International Trade Center in Shanghai,' released by the Shanghai municipal government on the 25th, proposes that during the '15th Five-Year Plan' period, Shanghai will add over 300 newly recognized regional headquarters of multinational corporations. Shanghai will optimize and upgrade policies supporting the development of headquarters economy, encouraging headquarters to consolidate functions such as R&D innovation, financial management, investment decision-making, and supply chain management, and to upgrade into Asia-Pacific headquarters or global division headquarters.
Translation note: “十五五” refers to the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030).
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A Chinese court has sentenced artist Gao Zhen, known for his sculpture of Mao Zedong, to three years in prison. Human rights organizations point out that the 'crime of infringing on the reputation and honor of heroes and martyrs' only came into effect in 2021, while Gao Zhen's works were created over a decade ago.
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BEIJING, Aug 26 (CNS) — On August 26, the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council held a regular press conference. A reporter asked: Recently, Lai Ching-te once again hyped the 'New Two-State Theory' at the '68th Anniversary of the August 23 Artillery Battle' event in Kinmen and clamored for 'resisting reunification by force.' What is your comment on this?
Translation note: The term '8·23炮战' refers to the Second Taiwan Strait Crisis, known as the Kinmen Artillery Battle.
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China News Service, August 26 — On August 26, the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office held a regular press conference. A reporter asked: The New Party held its 33rd anniversary celebration on August 22, stating that it would hold its ground and firmly promote the reunification of the Chinese nation. Furthermore, the event was originally planned to be held at the CPC Corporation; it is rumored that due to suppression by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities, CPC Corporation unilaterally terminated the contract, forcing the event to urgently relocate. What is your comment on this?
Translation note: ‘中油公司’ refers to CPC Corporation, Taiwan. ‘民进党当局’ is the standard phrasing used by mainland authorities to refer to the DPP administration.
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China News Service, August 26. On August 26, the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office held a regular press conference. A reporter asked: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar recently stated in an interview that Taiwan is a part of China, and that if a state in Malaysia insisted on splitting away, he would also defend the sanctity and unity of the nation. The Taiwan foreign affairs department claimed that this remark disparages Taiwan's 'sovereignty' and might adversely affect the confidence of Taiwanese businessmen investing in Malaysia. What is your comment on this?
Translation note: The 'Taiwan Affairs Office' (国台办) is the formal shorthand for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office.
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CNS, August 26. On August 26, the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office held a regular press conference. A reporter asked: Recently, Xiamen, Fujian released new measures to promote cross-Strait exchanges and cooperation, including advancing the construction of the Xiamen-Kinmen Bridge (Xiamen section), striving for the main sea section to open to traffic by the end of this year, and simultaneously advancing research on the Xiamen-Kinmen Bridge (Kinmen section) plan. Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council stated that the issue of a bridge between Kinmen and Xiamen involves cross-Strait public authority matters and cannot be unilaterally decided by the mainland side, and that Taiwan has no policy or planning to promote a cross-Strait bridge. What is your comment on this?
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China News Service, August 26 – On August 26, the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council held a regular press conference. A reporter asked: The 'Regulations on Supervision and Inspection of Cybersecurity' issued by the Ministry of Public Security will come into effect on October 1. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities claim that the mainland is building a 'strict, dense, and authoritarian legal toolkit from the inside out,' and that Taiwan residents must carefully assess the necessity before traveling to the mainland, and should not underestimate the related personal and information security risks. What is your comment on this?
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On August 26, the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office held a regular press conference. Addressing remarks made on a Taiwanese television program that 'Beijing has no refrigerators,' spokesperson Zhang Han responded that such claims, which are disconnected from reality, will only become a laughingstock. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities have obstructed cross-strait exchanges and communication, deliberately creating an 'information cocoon' on the island in an attempt to block Taiwan residents from understanding the mainland, which is a sinister intention. We welcome Taiwan residents to break through obstacles and come to the mainland more often to walk around and see for themselves to understand the real and lovely mainland. (Xinhua News Agency, reporters Wang Chenghao, Li Hanfang)
Translation note: The term "information cocoon" (信息茧房) refers to the phenomenon of being isolated within a feedback loop of information.
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China News Service, August 26 - On August 26, the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council held a routine press conference. A reporter asked: Recently, Liu Shih-fang, head of the internal affairs department in Taiwan, claimed that since the restriction of the Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book) app last December, the number of fraud cases has dropped by 80% and fraud amounts have dropped by 55%, which is very effective; now, following procedures, another registered letter will be sent to Xiaohongshu, and if it remains ignored, it will likely be blocked for another year. What is your comment on this?
Translation note: DPP refers to the Democratic Progressive Party.
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China News Service, August 26. On August 26, the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office held a regular press conference. A reporter asked: Recently, the Industrial Technology Research Institute of Taiwan issued the '2026 Industrial White Paper,' in which the cross-strait policy is themed 'Confident and Steady, Building a New Situation for Cross-Strait Development.' It suggests that the DPP authorities simplify the review process for mainland professionals to visit Taiwan, and hopes to create a more stable cross-strait relationship through non-governmental exchanges. What is your comment on this?
Translation note: The "Industrial Technology Research Institute" (工总) refers to the Taiwan Federation of Industries (中華民國全國工業總會).
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CNS, Aug 26 -- On August 26, the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office held a regular press conference. A reporter asked: Recently, district prosecutors' offices in Taiwan have successively mailed election inspection and advocacy letters to local wardens in their jurisdictions, which include content such as "Mainland interference in elections" and "cannot violate the Anti-Infiltration Act." Public opinion on the island believes this is "under the guise of advocacy, conducting acts of intimidation," while the Mainland Affairs Council claims it is "very necessary." What is the comment on this?
Translation note: Wardens refers to 'Lizhang' (里長), the head of a neighborhood or village-level administrative unit in Taiwan.
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On the morning of August 26, the Taiwan Affairs Office held a regular press conference. Reporter: The "Measures for Supervision and Inspection of Cyberspace Security by Public Security Organs" issued by the Ministry of Public Security will be implemented starting October 1. The DPP authorities claim that the mainland is building an "authoritarian legal toolkit from the inside out and from strict to dense," urging Taiwanese people to prudently assess the necessity before going to the mainland and not to underestimate relevant personal and information security risks. What is your comment on this?
Translation note: The phrase "从内到外、从严从密" translates to a progression that is comprehensive and tightening in control.
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China News Service, August 26: According to the Southern Theater Command’s WeChat official account, Senior Captain Zhai Shichen, spokesperson for the Southern Theater Command, stated that from August 21 to 25, the People’s Liberation Army Southern Theater Command organized naval and air forces to conduct routine patrols in the South China Sea. The Philippines has been pulling in extra-regional countries to stir up trouble in the South China Sea and organizing so-called 'joint patrols,' undermining regional peace and stability. Theater forces will firmly defend national territorial sovereignty and maritime interests, and steadfastly maintain regional peace and stability.
Translation note: The term “搅局” is translated as “stir up trouble” to reflect its idiomatic usage in Chinese geopolitical discourse.
Artist Gao Zhen Sentenced to Three Years for Creating Sculpture Satirizing Mao Zedong
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According to the wife of Gao Zhen, a Chinese court on Tuesday sentenced the renowned artist, who has moved to New York, to three years in prison on the grounds that he had created sculptures suspected of blaspheming Mao Zedong more than 15 years ago.
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According to the wife of Gao Zhen, a Chinese court on Tuesday sentenced the renowned artist, who has moved to New York, to three years in prison on the grounds that he had created sculptures suspected of blaspheming Mao Zedong more than 15 years ago.
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Dr. Samantha Burgess of the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service stated that this record is 'another clear signal that the oceans are under increasing pressure.'
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Dr. Samantha Burgess of the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service stated that this record is 'another clear signal that the oceans are under increasing pressure.'
El Niño Intensifies: Global Ocean Temperatures Reach Record High
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Dr. Samantha Burgess of the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service stated that this record is 'another clear signal that the oceans are under increasing pressure.'
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Following the conclusion of the ten-day, nine-night 'Han Kuang Exercises,' the Taiwanese military's various combat zones are conducting 'After Action Reviews' (AAR). Simultaneously, multiple units continue to carry out live-fire drills to test artillery combat capabilities and firing accuracy. The Navy expects to launch its annual anti-sea and anti-air live-fire drills in the southeastern sea and airspace in September, and the Army has also scheduled its annual 'Lu Sheng No. 2' drill for October.
Translation note: “汉光” (Han Kuang) is the name of Taiwan's primary annual military exercise. “陆胜” (Lu Sheng) refers to an Army-specific exercise name.
Taiwan's army and navy continue live-fire drills to test combat readiness after Han Kuang exercises
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Following the conclusion of the ten-day, nine-night 'Han Kuang Exercises,' the Taiwanese military's various combat zones are conducting 'After Action Reviews' (AAR). Simultaneously, multiple units continue to carry out live-fire drills to test artillery combat capabilities and firing accuracy. The Navy expects to launch its annual anti-sea and anti-air live-fire drills in the southeastern sea and airspace in September, and the Army has also scheduled its annual 'Lu Sheng No. 2' drill for October.
Translation note: “汉光” (Han Kuang) is the name of Taiwan's primary annual military exercise. “陆胜” (Lu Sheng) refers to an Army-specific exercise name.
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U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday (August 25) that the mines laid by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz had been cleared, and warned Tehran that U.S. forces are prepared to destroy any vessels found laying mines.
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China News Service, Shanghai, August 25 (Reporter Chen Jianxin, Miao Lu) — "I welcome everyone to come to the mainland, enter our campuses and training bases, and participate in training exchanges, competitive events, and study practices." While attending a cross-strait youth exchange event in Shanghai on the 25th, Olympic champion Ma Long issued an invitation to Taiwanese youth.
Translation note: "登陆" (literally "landing") is a common colloquialism referring to traveling to the Chinese mainland from Taiwan.
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Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, August 25 (Reporter Wu Yue) — The 25th meeting of the special representatives on the China-India boundary question was held in Beijing on the 25th. The Chinese special representative, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Director of the Office of the Central Foreign Affairs Commission, held comprehensive, in-depth, friendly, and candid discussions with the Indian special representative, National Security Advisor Doval, regarding the boundary question and bilateral relations.
Translation note: “友好坦诚” is standard diplomatic phrasing translated here as “friendly and candid.”
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Hangzhou, Aug. 25 (China News Service) — Reporters Wang Yifei and Bao Mengni: As one of the series of activities for the APEC 'China Year,' the 11th APEC Food Security Ministerial Meeting was held in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, on August 25.
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Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, August 25. Recently, the General Office of the CPC Central Committee issued the newly revised "Measures for Accountability of Party and Government Leading Cadres for Ecological and Environmental Damage" (hereinafter referred to as the "Measures"). Recently, the person in charge of the Central Organization Department answered reporters' questions regarding the revision and implementation of the "Measures."
Translation note: "Drawing the sword" (亮剑) is a common Chinese idiom for taking decisive action.