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TEHRAN - Shortly after I arrived in Iran, I visited Semnan province and the ancient post station there. I deeply felt that as early as more than 2,000 years ago, China and Iran were closely connected through the ancient Silk Road. At present, as an important country along the “Belt and Road”, Iran actively participates in the joint building of the “Belt and Road”. Many Iranian friends have strong interests in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and often discuss relevant topics with me. Therefore, I would like to introduce this important initiative. In the fall of 2013, President Xi Jinping proposed the joint building of the Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road, namely the BRI. This is a major initiative for international cooperation proposed by President Xi Jinping with an insightful grasp of the trend of the world and the future of mankind. President Xi Jinping pointed out that the BRI, drawing inspiration from the ancient Silk Road and focusing on enhancing connectivity, aims to enhance policy, infrastructure, trade, financial and people-to-people connectivity, inject new impetus into the global economy, create new opportunities for global development, and build a new platform for international economic cooperation. Over the past decade, Belt and Road cooperation has gone through a very extraordinary journey, not only making important achievements but also forming valuable experience. We have deeply realized that humankind is a community with a shared future, win-win cooperation is the sure way to success in launching major initiatives that benefit all, and the Silk Road spirit of peace and cooperation, openness and inclusiveness, mutual learning and mutual benefit is the most important source of strength for Belt and Road cooperation. President Xi Jinping pointed out that Belt and Road cooperation is based on the belief that flame runs high when everyone adds wood to the fire and that mutual support can get us far. Such cooperation seeks to deliver a good life not only to people of just one country, but to people in other countries as well. It promotes connectivity, mutual benefit, common development, cooperation and win-win outcomes. The BRI is proposed by China for the benefit of the whole world. Over the past decade, Belt and Road cooperation has extended from the Eurasian continent to Africa and Latin America. More than 150 countries and over 30 international organizations have signed Belt and Road cooperation documents. We have held 3 sessions of the BRF before, and have established over 20 specialized multilateral cooperation platforms under the BRI. Belt and Road cooperation has progressed from “sketching the outline” to “filling in the details”, and blueprints have been turned into real projects. A large number of signature projects and “small yet smart” people-centered programs have been launched. Belt and Road cooperation has expanded from physical connectivity to institutional connectivity. Important guiding principles for high-quality Belt and Road cooperation have been laid down, which include the principle of “planning together, building together, and benefiting together”, the philosophy of open, green and clean cooperation, and the goal of pursuing high-standard, people-centered and sustainable cooperation. Over the past decade, we have endeavored to build a global network of connectivity consisting of economic corridors, international transportation routes and information highway as well as railways, roads, airports, ports, pipelines and power grids. Covering the land, the ocean, the sky and the Internet, this network has boosted the flow of goods, capital, technologies and human resources among countries involved and injected fresh vitality into the millennia-old Silk Road in the new era. In 2023, China’s trade with partner countries reached RMB 19.5 trillion, accounting for 46.6 percent of China's total import and export volume, a record high since the BRI was put forward. Belt and Road cooperation transcends differences between civilizations, cultures, social systems, and stages of development. It has opened up a new path for exchanges among countries, and established a new framework for international cooperation. Indeed, the BRI represents humanity’s joint pursuit of development for all. Iran has been an important transportation hub and trade distribution center on the Silk Road since ancient times, it is an important country for the joint building of the “Belt and Road”. Since the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding on jointly promoting the building of the “Belt and Road” in 2016, cooperation in various fields between the two sides has been continuously strengthened under the framework. China and Iran have leveraged economic complementarities, China has been Iran’s largest trading partner for many years, and has become the most important export destination for Iranian goods, and Iranian specialty agricultural products and handicrafts have entered the Chinese market one after another. The local delegations between two countries have great enthusiasm for cooperation, and cultural exchanges are becoming increasingly close. This year, the two countries have jointly held a number of cultural exchange activities such as the Iranian Cultural Relics Exhibition, the Chinese Art and Culture Exhibition, and the Chinese Film Week, which effectively enhanced the mutual understanding and friendship between the two peoples. This July, the first China-Europe train "Qom (Iran)-Yiwu West" was dispatched, which is a vivid example of the new progress for high-quality BRI cooperation between China and Iran. This October, in the meeting with President Masoud Pezeshkian, President Xi Jinping pointed out that Iran is a country with important regional and international influence and a good friend and partner of China. The strategic significance of China-Iran relations has become more prominent as transformations of the world unseen in a century are unfolding at a faster pace. No matter how the international and regional situation evolves, China will unswervingly develop friendly cooperation with Iran. China remain committed to opening up and cooperation for a shared future. We stands ready to work with all parties including Iran and support each other in enhancing the “hard connectivity” of infrastructure, upgrading the “soft connectivity” of rules and standards, and deepening the people-to-people connectivity through more exchanges and mutual learning, elevate Belt and Road cooperation toward higher quality for the modernization of all countries, and build an open, inclusive and interconnected world for common development.3 E Network Technology Group Limited Files for 1.2M Share IPO at $4-$6/sh

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Road traffic crashes in Africa are claiming lives at an alarming rate, yet experts and advocates say the issue is not giving enough attention from policymakers. They are now calling for effective implementation of road safety interventions, set out in Africa Road Safety Charter in the AU member states to make roads safer for motorists and pedestrians alike. The call comes after the continent saw a significant rise in the road traffic death rate in the past decade, according to a 2023 World Health Organisation (WHO). The report says traffic injuries have become a serious public health concern in the continent, causing estimated 225 482 deaths in 2021 – up by 17 percent from 2010. In response to this grim reality, the African Union assembly adopted an Africa Road Safety Charter to provide a common framework for road safety policy implementation and accountability across the continent. The Africa Road Safety Charter outlines critical provisions aimed at developing and implementing road safety policies and strategies tailored to the unique challenges of the continent. The 31-Article charter calls for the creation and strengthening of road safety lead agencies, development of road safety strategies, and improved road safety data management system. It also recommends creating safer roads and promoting mobility, including the classification of roads based on their intended use, enforcing minimum vehicle safety standards, as well as the implementation of stringent road safety legislation addressing issues such as speed limits, driving under the influence, and the use of safety gear. However, only 12 countries have so far ratified the Charter which needs to be ratified by at least 15 AU Member States to become fully effective. Experts lamented the slow ratification progress, stating that it is hampering efforts to address the challenge in the continent. Binta Sako, violence and injury prevention technical officer at the WHO Africa, says the continent bears a disproportionate share of the global road traffic fatalities, citing the data in the regional Status Report on Road Safety 2023 . Africa accounts for one-fifth of the global burden of road traffic deaths, despite having only 15% of the global population and owning merely 3% of the global vehicle fleet. Pedestrians, along with two- and three-wheelers, are the most vulnerable road users, accounting for half of all fatalities. Four-wheelers represent 32% Per Sako, limited healthcare services often make road crash injuries fatal, causing devastating economic and emotional repercussions on victims’ families and communities. This crisis represents “a pressing human tragedy” that could be mitigated through targeted interventions, she said. Multiple factors, including inadequate road safety laws and standards, are stated as the cause of road crash injuries in the continent with the most perilous roads globally. Yet, no country has a comprehensive law that meets the WHO’s best practice standards for the five key road safety behavioral risk factors – speeding, drink-driving, non-use of motorcycle helmets, seatbelts and child restraints. Experts say that the African Road Safety Charter could serve as an essential framework for policy making and leads to the implementation of strategies that will reduce road crashes on the continent. Amani Abou-Zeid, AU Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy, says the adoption of the African Road Safety Charter in 2016 was a reflection of a political will to save lives on Africa’s roads. However, it was only a few years ago that member states started to ratify the charter and deposit the instrument of ratification to the AU Commission. Namibia became the first country to do so back in February 2019, followed by. Benin, Central African Republic (CAR), Ethiopia, Mali, Morocco, Nigeria, Niger, Senegal, Eswatini, Togo, and Uganda. Still, it has not achieved the necessary threshold of ratifications and needs three more countries to make the Charter enforceable. Experts attributed the slow ratification progress to an apparent lack of understanding of the magnitude of road safety-related challenges in Africa and limited political commitment. Placide Badji, Economic Affairs Officer connectivity and infrastructure development division at the UN Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), said with road safety challenges becoming a persistent public health concern across Africa, concerted efforts and enough resources are needed to be allocated for road safety agenda at the national, regional and continental levels. “What we realized is that the bulk of the countries over the continent don’t even have the fundamentals of road safety,” Badji said in a recent interview, emphasizing the charter’s crucial importance in providing a unified framework for road safety protocols. “Political commitment is the first challenge. It seems that there is a lack of understanding of the magnitude of the problem — how this is hampering countries’ GDP, as well as their social and economic development,” he added. This sentiment was echoed by Patrick Kinyanjui, a regional coordinator for Africa Global Alliance of NGOs for Road Safety. “As a continent, if we have to improve road safety, a common binding document or framework is very important. We believe the charter is quite important, and it has good provisions as to what countries should do when it’s enforceable,” Kinyanjui said. “Unfortunately, the charter is not a very popular document among AU member states.” Ethiopia, an early adopter, views the charter as a crucial framework for improving road safety management. Road traffic accidents remain a public health concern in the country where deadly road crashes are often attributed to reckless driving, lax road safety management systems and enforcement of safety regulations. Yohannes Lemma, CEO of Road Safety Education and Capacity Building at Ethiopia’s Road Safety and Insurance Fund Service, said: “In order to address road traffic challenges in Africa in a practical and meaningful way, countries need to develop a common platform that can be used as a policy guideline. Hence, the adoption and implementation of the Africa Road Safety Charter is an important step to assess the progress and gaps related to road safety on a wider continental level”. Road safety advocate and crash survivor Bright Oywaya urged for a shift in perspective, calling for road safety to be prioritized as a vital investment rather than an expense. “Enhancing road safety is not just about regulations, it is about saving lives and fostering healthier communities,” said Oywaya who is wheelchair-bound due to a car crash nearly three decades ago. “Every life lost and resources damaged to road crashes represent untapped potential and a tragedy that can be prevented,” she added. Her country has not yet signed the charter. But Kenya’s National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) deputy director said that active efforts are ongoing to facilitate the charter’s ratification process. Kinyanjui has encouraged road safety advocates like Oywaya continue raising awareness about the charter and the severity of road safety challenges as such efforts are major contributors for the success of the overall work to make Africa’s roads safer for motorists and pedestrians alike.

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U.S. stock indexes reached more records after tech companies talked up how much artificial intelligence is boosting their results. The S&P 500 climbed 0.6% Wednesday to add to what looks to be one of its best years of the millennium. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.7%, while the Nasdaq composite added 1.3% to its own record. Salesforce pulled the market higher after highlighting its artificial-intelligence offering for customers. Marvell Technology jumped even more after saying it’s seeing strong demand from AI. Treasury yields eased, while bitcoin climbed after President-elect Donald Trump nominated a crypto advocate to head the Securities and Exchange Commission. On Wednesday: The S&P 500 rose 36.61 points, or 0.6%, to 6,086.49. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 308.51 points, or 0.7%, to 45,014.04. The Nasdaq composite rose 254.21 points, or 1.3%, to 19,735.12. The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies rose 10.22 points, or 0.4%, to 2,426.56. For the week: The S&P 500 is up 54.11 points, or 0.9%. The Dow is up 103.39 points, or 0.2%. The Nasdaq is up 516.95 points, or 2.7%. The Russell 2000 is down 8.16 points, or 0.3%. For the year: The S&P 500 is up 1,316.66 points, or 27.6%. The Dow is up 7,324.50 points, or 19.4%. The Nasdaq is up 4,723.76 points, or 31.5%. The Russell 2000 is up 399.49 points, or 19.7%.Vikings withstand Bears' furious rally, win on field goal in OT(Photo by Skitterphoto via Pexels) By Stephen Beech via SWNS Cleaning surfaces every two hours at airports cuts potentially deadly norovirus infections by 83%, according to a new study. Researchers found that airport restaurants had the highest risk of norovirus transmission . But frequently disinfecting surfaces, mask-wearing and antimicrobial surface coatings at the transport hubs can all help prevent the highly contagious illness - also known as the winter vomiting bug - from spreading, say scientists. Study author Professor Nan Zhang, of the Beijing University of Technology in China, said: "Norovirus causes severe vomiting and diarrhea and is responsible for about 685 million cases and 200,000 deaths each year. "The virus is primarily transmitted through surfaces and outbreaks during air travel are especially common, due to the large number of public surfaces in airports." (PLOS Computational Biology via SWNS) To investigate the risk of norovirus infection from surfaces among passengers in different zones of the airport, the research team collected real touch data from 21.3 hours of video, which captured almost 26,000 touches. They developed a model of surface transmission and simulated the risk of infection from norovirus and the effectiveness of various interventions in different airport areas. Zhang said: "The touch data showed that, without any interventions, restaurants at airports had the highest risk of norovirus transmission, with approximately 4.6 out of 51,494 travelers infected. "Disinfecting public surfaces every two hours reduced the risk of norovirus infection per visit to the airport by 83.2%. "In contrast, handwashing every two hours reduced the risk by only 2%, and mask-wearing 50% of the time reduced risk by 48.0%, because masks stop people from touching their face. CDC "Furthermore, using antimicrobial copper or copper-nickel alloy coatings for most public surfaces lowered the infection risk by 15.9% to 99.2%." He says the study, published in the journal PLOS Computational Biology , provides "crucial" insights for developing infection prevention and control strategies specifically tailored for norovirus within airport environments. Zhang noted that the data for the study was collected during the COVID-19 pandemic , so surface-touching behaviors may have been different from normal. But he said that, overall, the simulated results indicated that public surface disinfection, mask-wearing wearing and the use of antimicrobial surfaces are effective ways of controlling the spread of norovirus via surfaces. Zhang added: "Regular surface infection is much more effective than regular handwashing for blocking norovirus transmission via fomite route in airports."