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Here are the latest news updates from China:
Top Stories
- China's economy grows 6.1% in 2020: China's National Bureau of Statistics announced that the country's economy grew 6.1% in 2020, beating expectations and marking the first time the economy has grown above 6% since 2017.
- China's COVID-19 vaccine approved for emergency use: China's National Medical Products Administration has approved the emergency use of a COVID-19 vaccine developed by Sinopharm, a state-owned pharmaceutical company.
- China and US agree to phase one trade deal: China and the US have agreed to implement the phase one trade deal, which aims to reduce tariffs and increase trade between the two countries.
Politics
- Xi Jinping re-elected as Chinese President: Xi Jinping was re-elected as President of China for a second five-year term, solidifying his position as the country's most powerful leader since Mao Zedong.
- China's parliament approves constitutional amendment: China's National People's Congress has approved a constitutional amendment that removes term limits for the President, allowing Xi Jinping to remain in power indefinitely.
Business
- Alibaba's Jack Ma steps down as chairman: Jack Ma, co-founder of Alibaba Group, has stepped down as chairman of the company, marking the end of an era for the e-commerce giant.
- China's tech giants invest in 5G infrastructure: China's tech giants, including Huawei, ZTE, and China Mobile, are investing heavily in 5G infrastructure, aiming to become global leaders in the technology.
International Relations
- China and India agree to disengage troops: China and India have agreed to disengage their troops from a disputed border region, marking a significant step towards reducing tensions between the two countries.
- China and Russia sign major energy deal: China and Russia have signed a major energy deal, with Russia agreeing to supply China with natural gas and oil for the next 20 years.
Other News
- China's space program makes major breakthrough: China's space program has made a major breakthrough, with the country's first Mars rover, Zhurong, successfully landing on the planet.
- China's environmental efforts pay off: China's efforts to reduce pollution and improve air quality have paid off, with the country's air quality improving significantly over the past few years.
These are just a few of the latest news updates from China. If you're interested in learning more, I'd be happy to provide you with additional information!