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Apple will launch new products on April 20
Apple is set to host its first product launch of the year next week, and it’s expected to announce updates to its iPad Pro, iPad mini and AirPods lines. Read more
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Brazil asks women to delay pregnancy
Brazil has warned women to postpone pregnancy until the worst of the coronavirus pandemic has passed, saying that the variants of the coronavirus in Brazil have been more aggressive in pregnant women Read more
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Global Covid-19 death toll passes 3 million as cases surge
More than 3 million people globally have died from Covid Read more
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IMF chief says “a shot in the arm” fastest way for global recovery
The number one priority for policymakers today is to “accelerate vaccinations everywhere for everyone.” “A shot in the arm is the fastest way for the world economy to recover. And it is bringing tremendous value for all countries.” Read more
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Facing changes, CPC always full of enthusiasm, motivation — Finnish party chief
Facing changes and rising to them, the 100-year-old Communist Party of China (CPC) has been constantly revitalized by its enthusiasm and motivation, said Juha-Pekka Vaisanen, chairperson of the Communist Party of Finland (SKP), in a recent interview with Xinhua, before the centenary of the founding of the CPC. Read more
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U.S. sanctions Russia, expels diplomats over alleged election interference, cyber hack
The United States is expelling 10 personnel from the Russian diplomatic mission in Washington D.C. The Treasury Department designated six Russian technology companies that “provide support to the Russian Intelligence Services’ cyber program,” and 32 entities and individuals related to the 2020 U.S. presidential election interference. Read more
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Iranian president says Iran “not looking for nuclear bomb”
Iran is “not looking for a nuclear bomb,” despite its recent decision to enrich uranium with 60-percent purity, said Iranian President Hassan Rouhani. Read more
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Over 4,000 to attend Boao Forum for Asia conference
Over 4,000 people will attend the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA)’s annual conference, which is scheduled for April 18 to 21 in Boao, south China’s Hainan Province, according to a press conference on Thursday. Read more
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China, ROK urge Japan to prudently handle radioactive wastewater
China and the Republic of Korea (ROK) on Wednesday urged Japan to prudently handle the issue of Fukushima radioactive wastewater based on full consultation with international organizations and its neighbors and substantive participation of relevant countries and international organizations. Read more
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Biden announces U.S. troops withdrawal from Afghanistan by Sept. 11 to end longest war
In his remarks, Biden made clear that the withdrawal is not subject to any changes of conditions on the ground. Read more
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IAEA chief urges transparency as Japan’s decision on nuclear wastewater sparks int’l backlash
IAEA chief called for “transparency” in dealing with global concerns over Japan’s nuclear wastewater disposal plan. “What we need to do is to make sure that when this starts to be released, there will be no harm to the environment, no harm whatsoever,” he said. Read more
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U.S. climate envoy John Kerry visits China for talks on COP26
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry arrived in Shanghai on Wednesday night, kicking off his visit to China, which will last until April 17. Read more
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The Pacific Ocean is not Japan’s sewer: Chinese Foreign Ministry
Japan should not expect the world to pay the bill for its choice of discharging contaminated wastewater, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Thursday at a press briefing. Read more
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China welcomes U.S. companies’ participation in modernization process: premier
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said on Tuesday that China welcomes the active participation of companies from the United States and around the world in its reform and opening-up, as well as its modernization process. Read more
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Timeline: China’s prompt release of COVID-19 information, experience-sharing
A timeline of how China has released timely information, shared experience, and advanced international exchange and cooperation since the onset of the pandemic. Read more
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Int’l electronics expo in Guangzhou aims to support “dual circulation”
An international expo for electronics and electrical appliances on Monday opened in south China’s Guangzhou City with a theme of embracing domestic demand and exploring the global market. Read more
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Israeli PM says not to allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that Israel will never allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons. Read more
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Several U.S. states shut down Johnson & Johnson vaccine sites after adverse reactions reported
The U.S. CDC said its analysis “did not find any safety issues or reason for concern,” recommending healthcare providers continue to administer the Johnson & Johnson vaccine following reports of adverse reactions to the shot. Read more
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Parts of Europe ease COVID lockdown amid fears over repeat of disaster
Parts of Europe on Monday edged further toward normalcy as the situation improved in their countries despite concerns over the third wave of coronavirus on the European continent. Read more
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Japan decides to dump Fukushima contaminated water into sea amid domestic, int’l opposition
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga said on Tuesday that his government has decided to discharge contaminated radioactive wastewater in Fukushima Prefecture into the sea amid domestic and international opposition. Read more
