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Chinese, Zambian presidents exchange congratulations on 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties

29 October 2024

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema on Tuesday exchanged congratulatory messages on the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries. In his message, Xi noted that over the past 60 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, China-Zambia ties have withstood the test of changes in the international landscape, and the two sides have consistently upheld genuine friendship and joined hands for shared progress.

VinFast's brand makes debut in Middle East

Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) maker VinFast officially launches its brand in the Middle East market on October 28. (Photo: VNA)

28 October 2024 

Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) maker VinFast officially launched its brand in the Middle East market on October 28, showcasing a range of green, diverse, and smart mobility solutions. This event, which took place in Bluewaters island of Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), marked an important milestone in VinFast's ongoing global expansion strategy, while reaffirming its commitment to providing green and sustainable transport solutions in the region. On the same day, VinFast and its partner Al Tayer Motors, officially opened their first dealership in the UAE.

Vietnam, UAE leaders agree on key cooperation areas

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (left) and Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum witness the signing of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. (Photo: VNA)

28 October 2024

Dubai (VNA) - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held talks with Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in Dubai on October 28 (local time) on the occasion of the Vietnamese leader's official visit to the Middle East country. Chinh expressed his pleasure at re-visiting Dubai - the leading economic and financial centre in the region and the world. He congratulated the UAE on successfully hosting the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in December 2023, which made a strong mark in accelerating the implementation of climate goals.

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Hungary and South Africa Strengthening Ties Across Continents Enduring Diplomatic and Cultural Connections

By Kirtan Bhana - TDS

Ambassador Horvath and Minister McKenzie raise a toast to the people of Hungary and South Africa (photo: TDS)

28 October 2024

As Hungary celebrates its 68th National Day, commemorating its struggle for freedom and independence, it also marks a significant milestone in its growing relationship with South Africa. During a celebratory event, Ambassador Attila Horvath of Hungary to South Africa and South Africa’s Minister for Sports, Arts, and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, eloquently drew on the symbolic imagery of the swallow and the stork—migratory birds whose journeys connect the two nations across continents. This metaphor beautifully reflects the longstanding and multi-dimensional partnership that Hungary and South Africa have cultivated over the decades, and this year’s National Day observance served to spotlight the deep ties between these two nations.

A Celebration of Cyprus in South Africa

by Anisha Pemjee

Raising a toast at the podium are High Commissioner Antonis Mandritis and Adv Shireen Said (photo: TDS)
 

28 October 2024

A vibrant, colourful event marked the celebration of Cyprus national day in Pretoria, South Africa. High Commissioner of Cyprus Antonis Mandritis said that the relations between Cyprus and South Africa began even before the Independence of Cyprus in 1960 and the establishment of the new Democratic South Africa.  Cypriots arrived in South Africa at the beginning of the 20th Century looking for a better future.  

Vietnamese Prime Minister's visit to the Middle East: Strengthening traditional friendships towards the future

By Kirtan Bhana

Ceremony to welcome Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his wife at Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi Capital (VNA)

27 October 2024

The current visit of the Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh to Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar in this week (October 27 to November 1) will once again demonstrate the foreign policy of this Southeast Asian country. It takes on greater significance with the implementation of Vietnam's “Developing relations between Vietnam and Middle Eastern and African countries in the 2016-2025 period” project.

 

ENERGY

Sustainable Energy Shift

TDS - Kirtan Bhana

27 October 2024

The recent fact-finding mission, organized under Germany’s German Energy Solutions Initiative, took South African and Namibian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) on a tour across Germany, focusing on green energy innovations and renewable energy practices. From October 14-18, 2024, the delegation, with the participation from Percy Koji, CEO of South Africa's Hosano Green Energy, explored Germany’s advancements in clean energy technologies, green hydrogen production, and climate-neutral industrial processes. This initiative aimed to foster knowledge exchange and forge partnerships that would support South Africa’s and Namibia’s shift to sustainable energy infrastructures.

MONEY

The Golden Digital Revolution 2024: Robert Vlášek presents the future of gold investing

October 20, 2024

FireGold organized a conference called "The Golden Digital Revolution 2024," which took place on Sunday, October 19, at the cinema Dlabačov in Prague. The main theme of the event was the linking of traditional values of investing in physical gold with modern digital technologies. One of the main speakers was Robert Vlášek, who in his opening speech introduced the concepts of safe investment in gold, and responded to the current challenges in this area.

Republic Day: Celebrating Kazakhstan’s Transformation and Global Role

by Ambassador of Kazakhstan to South Africa and Mozambique, Mr. Yerkin Akhinzhanov

25 October 2024

The Republic Day of Kazakhstan, celebrated on October 25th, commemorates a defining moment in our modern history. On this day in 1990, our nation embarked on its path toward sovereignty and independence, marking the beginning of a journey that has transformed Kazakhstan into a regional leader and a significant player on the global stage.

One-China Policy, Admirable

By Kirtan Bhana

24 October 2024
The relationship between China and Taiwan has long been a focal point of international diplomacy, grounded in China's One-China policy, which asserts that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China. This policy, reaffirmed by the United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 of 1971, recognizes the People's Republic of China (PRC) as the only legitimate representative of China in the United Nations. Despite this, international political maneuvering and media reports often attempt to stir tensions by focusing on events that aim to challenge China’s sovereignty over Taiwan, as seen in incidents like the opening of Taiwan's representative offices in various countries, including South Africa. These moves, however, are less about substance and more about political gamesmanship, which ignores the firm and patient resolve of both China and its international partners like South Africa.

Xi advocates high-quality development of greater BRICS cooperation

Chinese President Xi Jinping addresses the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, Oct. 23, 2024. The summit was hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin, and attended by Chinese President Xi Jinping, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (via video conference), Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. (Xinhua/Xie Huanchi)


KAZAN, Russia, 23 October 2024 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday called on BRICS countries to work for high-quality development of greater BRICS cooperation. Xi made the remarks when addressing the 16th BRICS Summit held in Kazan, Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin chaired the summit, which was also attended by Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, the United Arab Emirates' President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva participated in the summit via video link.

Feature: Tea connects China, Russia, Xi tells Putin


Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan, Russia, Oct. 22, 2024. (Xinhua/Ding Haitao)


KAZAN, Russia, 23 October 2024 (Xinhua) -- "Around 400 years ago, the Great Tea Road that connected the two countries went past Kazan, through which tea leaves from China's Wuyi Mountain region found their way into many Russian households," Chinese President Xi Jinping said to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday.


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