China consolidates poverty alleviation achievements in five-year transitional period: report

An aerial drone photo taken on Aug. 28, 2024 shows a poverty-relief relocation site for the Baiku Yao People in Nandan County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. (Xinhua/Zhou Hua)

BEIJING, 11 July 2025 (Xinhua) -- China has made continuous efforts to consolidate and expand its poverty alleviation achievements in a five-year transitional period after the country, in February 2021, solemnly declared a complete victory in eradicating absolute poverty, a think tank report said on Friday.

China an active promoter, continuous contributor to global poverty reduction: report

BEIJING, 11 July 2025 (Xinhua) -- China's success in poverty reduction can be largely attributed to its inclusive adoption of international best practices, as well as the localization and innovative application of global poverty alleviation experience -- all of which have collectively advanced global progress in poverty reduction, a think tank report said on Friday.

Dr Sibusiso Reuben Bakana: From Ivory Park to a PhD in Engineering in Beijing
Michael Andisile Mayalo

11 July 2025

When I first arrived in China in 2022, I was overwhelmed with uncertainty, fear, and a sense of cultural displacement. I had no real idea what to expect in this vastly different land, made even more alien by the lingering effects of a global pandemic.

2025 Esports World Cup opens in Riyadh with global participation

The Esports World Cup is part of Saudi Arabia’s broader strategy to position itself as a global hub for digital entertainment

9 July 2025

The 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC) officially commenced in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking one of the most significant events in the global esports calendar, as reported by Saudi Press Agency (SPA). The tournament brings together 200 elite esports clubs and over 2,000 professional players from across the globe, competing in 24 game titles and 25 individual events.

OP-ED: Vietnam to enter new era with power, strength, belief

VNA - 7 July 2025

In his closing speech at the 10th plenum of the Party Central Committee in September 2024, Party General Secretary Lam declared: “With the position and strength accumulated over 40 years of renewal, and with the unity of the entire Party, people, and army, alongside new opportunities under the sound Party leadership, we now possess the essential conditions to enter a new era."

Call for inclusive multilateralism

By Gabi Khumalo

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - 7 July 2025 - President Cyril Ramaphosa has underscored the need for BRICS countries to commit to multilateralism with equity, inclusive economic growth, and technology with humanity. The President was speaking at the 17th BRICS Leaders’ Summit, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Tributes for  former Deputy President Mabuza

7 July 2025

• Parliament offers condolences following the death of former Deputy President
• United Nations Mourns the Passing of Former Deputy President David Mabuza
• President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that the former Deputy President David Dabede Mabuza will be honoured with a State Funeral Category 2 on Saturday, 12 July 2025. 

Austria a 'valued partner of South Africa' - President Ramaphosa

7 July 2025

President Cyril Ramaphosa has warmly welcomed Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen on his historic State Visit to South Africa. This marks the first time an Austrian Head of State has visited the country since the dawn of democracy in 1994.

BRICS leaders adopt declaration at 17th summit

TV BRICS - 7 July 2025

A plenary session of the BRICS summit on the theme of "Peace and Security and Reform of Global Governance" was held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. At the end of the meeting, the participants adopted the final declaration.

BRICS Finance Ministers agree to promote sustainable financing instruments

These include green bonds, loans in national currencies, and voluntary carbon markets

TV BRICS - 7 July 2025

At a meeting in Rio de Janeiro, the Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors of the BRICS countries agreed on three joint declarations aimed at deepening economic cooperation and supporting reforms of the international financial system. This is reported by the official website of the Brazil’s BRICS Presidency.

Vietnam improves visa policy to boost tourism competitiveness

With a view to fostering rapid and sustainable tourism growth, Vietnam is professionalising its promotion strategy, focusing on digital technology and market diversification. Consistent communication campaigns, launched both domestically and internationally, will promote the new slogan “Vietnam – Travel to love,” highlighting the country as a safe, hospitable, high-quality, and experience-rich destination.

4 July 2025 - VNA

Quang Ninh welcomes Pacific World cruise ship carrying 1,700 foreign tourists on April 30. (Photo: VNA)