[The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor will be extended to Afghanistan] Recently, the Chinese Foreign Minister and the Pakistani Foreign Minister met in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan. During the conversation, China and Pakistan jointly issued a statement that the Belt and Road Initiative and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor will be extended to Afghanistan. Prior to this, the Taliban in Afghanistan had already made such applications when they met with senior officials from both China and Pakistan. According to previous assessments, once the Belt and Road Initiative and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor are settled in Afghanistan, billions of dollars in infrastructure funds will be brought in, especially the construction and improvement of Afghanistan’s railway network and highway system, which will be greatly relieved. At the same time, once the infrastructure project is confirmed, it is very likely that Chinese companies will undertake the construction, which can increase many jobs for local Afghans. Editor / Zhao E

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• 2026.08.17 17:20
• [Zero tariff dividend released, Nigeria's exports to China increase significantly]
• China has implemented 100% zero tariffs on 53 African countries with diplomatic relations, which has led to a significant increase in Nigeria's exports to China. In the first half of 2026, the bilateral trade volume between China and Nigeria reached 18 billion US dollars, a year-on-year increase of 35%. China imported 2.3 billion US dollars from Nigeria, a significant increase of 80% year-on-year. Nepal hopes to take advantage of policy opportunities to promote export diversification, develop industries such as agricultural product processing, and fill gaps in infrastructure and certification. China will assist Nigeria in upgrading its industries through investment, technology transfer, exhibition platforms, and other means, and transform trade dividends into driving forces for industrial development.Editor/Gong Ziwei

• 2026.08.17 17:17
• [China builds two 82000 ton bulk carriers to deliver to Egypt]
• Recently, the Egyptian National Shipping Company received two 82000 ton Kamsa type bulk carriers built by China's New Hantong Shipyard, helping to modernize and upgrade the Egyptian merchant fleet. The two ships are named Nile Valley and Moon Valley, suitable for international dry bulk transportation. The ship is equipped with energy-saving engines and environmental protection systems, which comply with international maritime environmental standards. The endurance and water purification facilities are complete, and the performance is advanced. This delivery demonstrates China's shipbuilding strength and deepens cooperation in the fields of China Egypt shipping and high-end equipment manufacturing.Editor/Gong Ziwei