Young Uzbek entrepreneur benefits from growing China-Central Asia ties

Xinhua- 17 June 2025

In China's Xi'an, young Uzbek entrepreneur Doniyor Matmusaev has seen his trading business boom amid growing China-Central Asia ties. #China #Uzbekistan

From books to labs, "Silk Road" of education bridges China, Central Asia

BEIJING, June 16 (Xinhua) -- Kalibek Erbosyn, a 23-year-old student from Kazakhstan, finds his unique rhythm as he immerses himself in studying The Yellow Emperor's Classic of Internal Medicine, an esteemed Chinese traditional medical text dating back over 2,000 years.

"Initially, the ancient Chinese terminology was incomprehensible to me," Erbosyn told Xinhua. "Now, however, I have come to understand terms equivalent to 'weak' or 'happy' in modern languages, thanks to the help of my teachers and classmates."

Unlocking Africa’s Economic Potential through Streamlined Bureaucracy and Deeper Integration with China

By Kirtan Bhana – TDS

18 June 2025

The Fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo, held in Changsha in June 2025, alongside the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) meeting, marks a pivotal moment in China-Africa relations. The unveiling of a zero-tariff trade framework between China and all 53 African countries with diplomatic ties underscores Beijing’s enduring commitment to building a high-quality, equitable partnership with the continent.

Xi receives warm welcome as he arrives in Astana for China-Central Asia Summit

Xinhua - 17 June 2025

How much of Central Asia can you find in Beijing?

Join Xinhua correspondent Yao Kaien as she challenges herself to dive into the exotic flavors and culture. You will be surprised by how deep the ties run between China and Central Asia.

Xinhua - 17 June 2025

Xi's upcoming visit to advance China-Central Asia community with shared future

Xinhua - 17 June 2025

* At the invitation of Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the second China-Central Asia Summit in Astana from June 16 to 18.
* More than 2,100 years ago, Han Dynasty envoy Zhang Qian's journey to western regions ushered in China-Central Asia friendly exchanges. Today, China has established comprehensive strategic partnerships, signed Belt and Road cooperation documents and implemented the vision of building a community with a shared future at the bilateral level with all five Central Asian countries.
* According to China's General Administration of Customs, China-Central Asia trade reached 94.8 billion U.S. dollars in 2024, a record increase of 5.4 billion dollars from the previous year.
* With the establishment of Chinese Cultural Centers and Confucius Institutes, Chinese language fever and "China fever" are heating up in Central Asian countries, bringing more and more young people to study in China.

Russia Day Celebrated in Pretoria Strengthening South Africa–Russia Ties

By Anisha Pemjee - TDS

13 June 2025 

Russia Day was celebrated in Pretoria with a cultural evening that brought together diplomats, government officials, and friends of Russia. The event, hosted by the Embassy of the Russian Federation in South Africa, reflected the deepening relationship between the two countries and their shared commitment to global cooperation.

Dialogue Among Civilizations, A New Dawn for Humanity

By Kirtan Bhana - TDS

13 June 2025

June 10, 2025, marked a watershed moment in the annals of human history, the first International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations, officially declared by the United Nations and initiated by the People's Republic of China. It is not simply a commemoration, but a clarion call to humanity to reconnect with its ancestral wisdom and collective purpose in a rapidly changing global order.

South African Haute Couture Collaboration in Greece

12 June 2025

On Wednesday, 04 June 2025, a charity fashion show, Hautes Grecians 2025 was held in the historic gardens of South Africa’s Official Residence in Greece. The fashion show brought together the creative forces of Greece and South Africa, celebrating cultural identity and the power of expression through haute couture. This collaboration highlighted the unique blend of Greek and African cultural influences, as well as economic and career opportunities in the fashion, clothing and textiles industry.

Eid al-Adha - A Celebration of Devotion, Sacrifice, and Solidarity

By Kirtan Bhana, Editor, The Diplomatic Society

10 June 2025

On the auspicious occasion of Eid al-Adha, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to South Africa, Mr Faisal Al Harbi, hosted a reception in Pretoria on 9 June 2025 to mark one of the holiest days in the Islamic calendar which was observed on June 7. The gathering brought together diplomats, faith leaders, civil society representatives, and prominent South African figures, including Dr. Naledi Pandor, Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Nelson Mandela Foundation, in a spirit of unity, faith, and global fraternity.

Promoting Dialogue Among Civilizations to Build a Better World

Remarks by H.E. Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China at the Event to Celebrate The International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations

June 10, 2025 is the first International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations of the United Nations. I am delighted to celebrate this special day together with friends all over the world.