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VOV - Sự kiện và Bàn luận

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2026 5:31

Foreign Minister Wang Yi encouraged Iran and the United States on Wednesday to act rationally and exercise restraint, return to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding and rebuild the negotiation mechanism, saying that the continued prolongation of the US-Iran conflict is not in the common interest of the parties concerned and the international community.中国外交部长王毅星期三敦促伊朗和美国保持理性、克制，回到《伊斯兰堡谅解备忘录》的框架内，重建谈判机制。他表示，美伊冲突持续延宕不符合有关各方以及国际社会的共同利益。Wang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks during talks in Beijing with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi.王毅同时担任中共中央政治局委员。他在北京同伊朗外交部长赛义德·阿巴斯·阿拉格齐举行会谈时作出上述表示。Since Israel and the US launched joint strikes on Iran on Feb 28, the two foreign ministers have spoken by phone several times. Wednesday's talks marked their second in-person meeting in Beijing since then. They also met in Kyrgyzstan in July.自2月28日以色列和美国对伊朗发动联合打击以来，两国外长已多次通过电话沟通。此次会谈是双方此后第二次在北京举行面对面会晤，双方此前还于7月在吉尔吉斯斯坦举行会谈。Signed by Iran and the US on June 18 following negotiations facilitated by Pakistan, the MoU launched a 60-day window for reaching a final agreement. The window expired on Aug 17, with the two sides nowhere close to determining how to move forward.在巴基斯坦斡旋推动下，伊朗和美国于6月18日签署《谅解备忘录》，并开启为期60天的达成最终协议窗口期。然而，该期限于8月17日结束，双方仍未就下一步行动方向达成一致。Wang urged the US and Iran to conduct substantive consultations on their respective concerns on the basis of the understandings reached so far.王毅呼吁美伊双方在此前达成共识的基础上，围绕各自关切开展实质性磋商。As a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, China is ready to play a constructive role in resolving international disputes, he said.他说，中国作为联合国安理会常任理事国，愿为解决国际争端发挥建设性作用。Describing China and Iran as comprehensive strategic partners, he said that China stands ready to strengthen dialogue and cooperation with Iran and help safeguard the country's legitimate rights and interests.王毅表示，中伊是全面战略合作伙伴，中方愿进一步加强同伊朗的对话与合作，帮助维护伊朗的合法权益。Wang expressed support for dialogue between Iran and the Gulf countries, adding that all sides should respect each other's territorial sovereignty and national security, as well as safeguard the common interests of the region in a constructive manner.王毅支持伊朗与海湾国家开展对话，并表示，各方应相互尊重领土主权和国家安全，以建设性方式维护地区共同利益。He also called on all parties to take effective measures to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as soon as possible, safeguard the security and smooth operation of international shipping routes and maintain the stability of international energy transportation, as well as industrial and supply chains.他还呼吁有关各方采取有效措施，尽快恢复霍尔木兹海峡开放，保障国际航运安全畅通，维护国际能源运输以及产业链、供应链稳定。China does not want tensions in the region to spill over further into Yemen and the Red Sea, Wang noted, calling on all parties to stop further complicating the situation and resolve issues through dialogue and negotiations.王毅指出，中国不希望地区紧张局势进一步外溢至也门和红海。他呼吁各方避免使局势进一步复杂化，通过对话和谈判解决问题。Wang said that the current situation once again demonstrates that the existing security architecture in the Middle East is incomplete and needs to be reformed and strengthened.王毅表示，当前局势再次表明，中东现有安全架构并不完善，需要改革和加强。During his visit to Egypt earlier this month, President Xi Jinping put forward a four-point proposal on building a new security architecture in the Middle East via upholding a vision of common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security.本月早些时候，习近平主席访问埃及时，提出了通过坚持共同、综合、合作、可持续安全理念，构建中东新安全架构的四点主张。China welcomes the useful explorations made by regional countries in this regard, Wang said.王毅表示，中方欢迎地区国家在这一方向上开展的有益探索。Noting that China's policy toward Iran remains consistent and stable, he said China has always stood for fairness and justice at the UN Security Council and other multilateral platforms, opposed the use of force and upheld the norms governing international relations.王毅指出，中国对伊朗政策始终保持连续性和稳定性。中国始终在联合国安理会等多边平台上维护公平正义，反对诉诸武力，维护国际关系基本准则。As a responsible major country, China will continue to contribute to peace and stability, promote talks for peace and uphold fairness and justice in the Middle East, he added.他说，作为负责任的大国，中国将继续为维护和平稳定、推动和平谈判、维护中东地区公平正义发挥积极作用。Araghchi said that Iran does not want the conflict to continue and hopes to return to diplomatic channels while firmly safeguarding its rights and interests. He said that Iran believes the Islamabad MoU remains valid, adding that Iran has reached an arrangement with Oman on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and that the US should honor its commitments.阿拉格齐表示，伊朗不希望冲突继续下去，希望回到外交轨道，同时坚定维护自身权利和利益。他说，伊朗认为《伊斯兰堡谅解备忘录》仍然有效，并表示伊朗已就重新开放霍尔木兹海峡问题同阿曼达成安排，美国也应履行相关承诺。He added that Iran is ready to engage in dialogue and consultations with regional countries, establish and develop good-neighborly relations, and work for the early restoration of peace and stability in the region.他表示，伊朗愿同地区国家开展对话磋商，建立和发展睦邻友好关系，为地区和平与稳定早日恢复作出努力。Araghchi welcomed and supported the four-point proposal on promoting peace and stability in the Middle East and the four-point proposal on promoting common security in the region put forward by Xi. The Iranian foreign minister expressed Iran's readiness to strengthen cooperation with China within this framework and its expectation that China will play a greater role in promoting regional peace and stability.阿拉格齐欢迎并支持习近平提出的推动中东和平稳定四点主张以及促进地区共同安全四点倡议。他表示，伊朗愿在这一框架下加强同中国合作，并期待中国在推动地区和平稳定方面发挥更大作用。Experts said that the volatile situation in the Middle East has seriously affected international peace and development, and seeking a solution through diplomatic channels remains a realistic option.有关专家表示，中东局势动荡已对国际和平与发展造成严重影响，通过外交渠道寻求解决方案仍是一种现实选择。Li Zixin, an assistant research fellow at the China Institute of International Studies, said that Iran's reaffirmation of the memorandum's validity has kept a window open for future political engagement between the two sides. All parties should seize the opportunity to restart political dialogue rather than intensify military confrontation and economic coercion, Li said.中国国际问题研究院助理研究员李子欣表示，伊朗重申《谅解备忘录》的有效性，为双方未来开展政治接触保留了空间。她认为，各方应抓住机会，重新启动政治对话，而不是加剧军事对抗和经济施压。Niu Xinchun, executive director of the China-Arab Research Institute at Ningxia University, said that China has been actively promoting peace talks since the conflict began. China does not pursue geopolitical self-interest or bloc confrontation and takes into account the reasonable security concerns of all parties, he said, adding that its initiatives offer a viable path toward addressing the security dilemma in the Middle East.宁夏大学中国阿拉伯国家研究院执行院长牛新春表示，冲突发生以来，中国一直积极推动和平谈判。他表示，中国不谋求地缘政治利益，也不寻求集团对抗，而是兼顾各方合理安全关切；相关倡议为解决中东安全困境提供了一条可行路径。【词汇提炼】rational /ˈræʃənl/ adj.理性的；合理的restraint /rɪˈstreɪnt/ n.克制；约束mechanism /ˈmekənɪzəm/ n.机制；体系memorandum /ˌmeməˈrændəm/ n.备忘录；协议文件Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)谅解备忘录substantive /səbˈstæntɪv/ adj.实质性的；重要的architecture /ˈɑːrkɪtektʃər/ n.架构；体系multilateral /ˌmʌltiˈlætərəl/ adj.多边的

Vấn đề quốc tế - Hàn Quốc tăng cường chính sách hướng Bắc mới với các nước Trung Á

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2026 7:07

VOV1 - Hội nghị Thượng đỉnh Hàn Quốc - Trung Á lần thứ nhất vừa diễn ra tại Seoul, Hàn Quốc. Đây là lần đầu tiên chính phủ Hàn Quốc tổ chức một hội nghị đa phương với các quốc gia khu vực Trung Á gồm Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan và Uzbekistan.Với chủ đề “Định hướng hợp tác Hàn Quốc - Trung Á và quan hệ đối tác nhằm tăng cường đổi mới, thịnh vượng và kết nối”, lãnh đạo Hàn Quốc và 5 nước khu vực Trung Á tập trung thảo luận các biện pháp mở rộng quan hệ và xác định những lĩnh vực hợp tác ưu tiên, nhất là lĩnh vực công nghệ cao, ứng phó với biến đổi khí hậu, quản lý nguồn nước và ứng phó thiên tai.Trong bối cảnh Hàn Quốc đang thúc đẩy khuôn khổ “Chính sách Phương Bắc Mới”, việc tăng cường hợp tác với các nước Trung Á sẽ tạo ra những cơ hội gì trong việc nâng cao vị thế của Hàn Quốc ở khu vực và toàn cầu?Hội nghị thượng đỉnh Hàn Quốc - Trung Á thông qua “Tuyên bố Seoul”. Ảnh: Yonhap

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Tin thế giới - Hội nghị thượng đỉnh Hàn Quốc - Trung Á thông qua “Tuyên bố Seoul”

VOV - Việt Nam và Thế giới

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2026 1:11

VOV1 - Tại hội nghị thượng đỉnh diễn ra ngày 16/9 tại Seoul, Hàn Quốc và 5 quốc gia Trung Á đã thông qua một tuyên bố chung, khẳng định tăng cường hợp tác đa lĩnh vực trong tương lai. Hội nghị thượng đỉnh Hàn Quốc - Trung Á lần đầu tiên có sự tham dự của Tổng thống Hàn Quốc Lee Jae-myung và Tổng thống 5 nước Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan và Kyrgyzstan.Phát biểu tại hội nghị, Tổng thống Lee Jae Myung nhấn mạnh “Hàn Quốc, với thế mạnh sản xuất, và các nước Trung Á, với nguồn tài nguyên dồi dào và thị trường đang phát triển, là những đối tác lý tưởng”. Ông Lee cũng khẳng định hòa bình là nền tảng của phát triển công nghiệp và tăng trưởng kinh tế và đề nghị các nước Trung Á tiếp tục ủng hộ những nỗ lực của Hàn Quốc hướng tới hòa bình và chung sống hòa bình trên bán đảo Triều Tiên.Trong "Tuyên bố Seoul" được thông qua tại hội nghị, các nhà lãnh đạo đưa ra một tầm nhìn hợp tác trung và dài hạn, hướng tới tăng cường liên kết giữa Hàn Quốc và Trung Á, cũng như mở rộng hợp tác trên nhiều lĩnh vực như hòa bình và ổn định, đổi mới và thịnh vượng, giao lưu nhân dân, đồng thời nhất trí tổ chức hội nghị thượng đỉnh 2 năm 1 lần, với cuộc gặp lần thứ 2 dự kiến vào năm 2028 tại Astana - thủ đô của Kazakhstan.Sau Hội nghị thượng đỉnh, Tổng thống Lee Jae Myung và lãnh đạo các nước Trung Á còn cùng hơn 500 đại diện các cơ quan, doanh nghiệp của 6 nước tham dự "Hội nghị thượng đỉnh kinh doanh Hàn Quốc - Trung Á", với mục tiêu xây dựng mạng lưới kinh doanh giữa hai khu vực và tăng cường hợp tác thực chất trong nhiều lĩnh vực. Hội nghị kinh tế này nằm trong kế hoạch tổng thể nhằm tận dụng thế mạnh của mỗi bên, hướng tới những lợi ích thiết thực.Tuấn Nhật/VOV- TokyoTổng thống Lee Jae Myung (Ảnh: Reuters)Quang cảnh hội nghị (Ảnh: Reuters)

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1203. BEGINNING OF THE END: Russia's War Efforts Mired in Lies and Delusions!

Silicon Curtain

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2026 33:06

Jason Jay Smart is a political adviser who has lived and worked in Ukraine, Moldova, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Russia, and Latin America. Due to his work with the democratic opposition to Vladimir Putin, Smart was made persona non grata for life by Russia in 2010. Jason is a Special Correspondent at the Kyiv Post. It's the state of US support for Ukraine that we will discuss today.----------LINKS:https://jasonjaysmart.com/ https://www.kyivpost.com/authors/5 https://americanpoliticalservices.com/https://www.facebook.com/jasonjaysmarthttps://twitter.com/officejjsmart ----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformation----------ACTIVE CAMPAIGN:We are raising funds for 5 of 15 Vampire DronesSilicon Curtain for Kupiansk Vampires. Dzyga's Paw, together with Jonathan Fink, is joining forces to raise $40,000 to provide the Khartiia Brigade with Vampire Drones.https://dzygaspaw.com/silicon-curtain-for-kupiansk-vampiresThese heavy bombers are designed to destroy manpower and equipment, as well as for remote mining. The Vampire UAV, manufactured by Skyfall, has proven itself to be one of the most effective weapons in the Kupiansk direction. Skyfall is one of Ukraine's largest defense tech companies, producing Vampire bomber drones, various modifications of Shrike FPV drones, P1-SUN, Shahed drone interceptors, communication systems, and components.----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Car4Ukrainehttps://car4ukraine.com/en-US/campaignsDzyga's Pawhttps://dzygaspaw.com/projectsSuperhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/----------PLATFORMS:Substack: https://substack.com/@siliconcurtainTwitter: https://twitter.com/CurtainSiliconLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finkjonathan/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4thRZj6NO7y93zG11JMtqm----------

Erdogan hints at larger nuclear partnership with Russia, unsettling Turkey's allies

International report

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2026 6:14

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is signalling a move to expand nuclear power cooperation with Russia, just as his country's first Russian-built nuclear station prepares to go live later this year. The deepening partnership is likely to unsettle Turkey's western allies. On the sidelines of a recent gathering of regional leaders in Kyrgyzstan, Erdogan told his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, that Russia and Turkey “will take steps together to open some new power plants, along with the opening of the Akkuyu nuclear power plant”. The Akkuyu nuclear power plant, built by Russia's state nuclear company Rosatom on Turkey's Mediterranean coast, is due to go online later this year. Erdogan's announcement comes amid strained ties with Russia, as the Turkish leader has deepened relations with United States President Donald Trump. Ozgur Unluhisarcikli, head of the Ankara office of US think tank the German Marshall Fund, describes Erdogan's move as a “gesture” to Putin. “Although Turkey is competing with Russia geopolitically, and although Turkey is firmly anchored in NATO and is improving its relationship with the United States, it does not intend to sever all ties with Russia,” Unluhisarcikli explained. “Indeed, Turkey sees the Turkey-Russia relationship as a long-term strategic one. And this is, by the way, consistent with Turkey's balancing act.” Trump tests Turkey's energy dependence on Russia with lure of US power Nuclear lifeline For Ankara, nuclear energy promises to help it break free from its heavy reliance on imported power. Once operational, the Akkuyu plant in southern Turkey will supply as much as 10 percent of the country's electricity. Rosatom owns the Akkuyu power plant and will recoup the estimated €21.5 billion construction costs by selling electricity to Turkey, generating annual income of around €2-3 billion. Such income could be a vital tool for Moscow to mitigate tightening sanctions by both the European Union and the United States. “The Akkuyu nuclear power plant allows Russia to build itself various state-to-state payment channels to store liquidity in Turkish banks without necessarily interfering with any sanctions regulations,” according to George Voloshin of Acams, a global organisation dedicated to anti-financial crime, training and education. Voloshin believes that, given the project's 60- to 80-year lifespan, Turkey's commitment to Russian nuclear power will shape bilateral ties for the long term, with consequences. “It will be a source of scrutiny from western partners of Turkey. At the same time, nuclear energy has been so far shielded from any sanctions, so for Russia it is clearly a kind of lifeline,” he said. Turkey seeks Black Sea shipping deal as attacks threaten grain trade Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Ankara has maintained that it is not bound by EU or US sanctions on Moscow. Yet behind the scenes, it has quietly followed many restrictions and secured crucial waivers, especially for Russian gas. By leveraging its pivotal location near Syria and Iran, Ankara has walked a diplomatic tightrope between its western partners and Moscow. However, deepening nuclear cooperation with Russia threatens to complicate the already difficult balancing act. “It would reinforce the already existing distrust between Turkey and Europe and Turkey and the United States,” warned Unluhisarcikli. “But at the same time, Turkey is in talks with other countries, the United States and South Korea. These are the main two competitors for Russia.” Mutual dependency Turkey's dependence on Russian fossil fuels has stirred unease at home, and the idea of doubling down with Russian nuclear energy only heightens the sense of anxiety. “It is a dilemma,” Unluhisarcikli conceded. Yet with Russia willing to shoulder the hefty construction costs, cash-strapped Ankara has a strong incentive to continue the partnership. Russia expert Zaur Gasimov of Istanbul's Turkish-German University points out that more than a decade of joint investment makes it tough for Turkey to turn to alternative suppliers. "It's quite a profound project,” said Gasimov, “Russia conducts the training of Turkish specialists in the field of nuclear energy, which started 15 years ago. We now have three or four waves of Turkish engineers who stayed for longer periods in Russia; they learn the Russian language for two years, and you have an infrastructure of specialists.” However, Gasimov stresses that, given the scale of investment by both sides, it has created an important mutual dependency. “Its importance makes the two sides, somehow, at the end, interested in preserving a certain level of the relationship,” he said. This shared reliance might help keep Turkish-Russian rivalries in check, from North Africa to the Middle East, the Caucasus and the Black Sea. Yet any step toward deeper nuclear cooperation is bound to invite sharper scrutiny and rising suspicion from Ankara's western allies.

Where Crises Converge: Russia's Role in the Middle East

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2026 46:34

Max Bergmann is joined by Hanna Notte and Natasha Hall to map the escalation risks, assess Russia's shifting military and diplomatic footprint in Syria under the new government of Ahmed al-Sharaa, and parse what a surprise CIA visit to Moscow reveals about where this global realignment is heading. Along the way, they examine Ukrainian strikes on Iranian vessels, allegations that Moscow is feeding Tehran intelligence on U.S. positions, and what a deepening Russia-Iran economic partnership means for the wider region. Guests: Hanna Notte | director of the Eurasia Nonproliferation Program at the James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies; senior associate (non-resident), Europe, Russia, and Eurasia program, CSIS Natasha Hall | senior advocate for the Middle East, Refugees International; Associate Fellow, Middle East and North Africa Program, Chatham House; senior associate (non-resident), Middle East Program, CSIS Mentioned: Resilience Through Linkage: Russia, Iran, and Aspirations for North–South Trade – CSIS Report by Maria Snegovaya, Tina Dolbaia, and Nicholas Fenton We Shall Outlast Them: Putin's Global Campaign to Defeat the West – Book by Hanna Notte Feedback? Suggestions? Ideas to help us improve? Email us at erep@csis.org. If you love Russian Roulette, let us know by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to our sister podcast, covering all things Europe through a Washington lens: CSIS Podcasts | The Eurofile

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Ep. 218 ~ Justinas Leveika, King of Chaos Conquers Silk Road

Bikes or Death Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2026 124:23

When Justinas Leveika last joined Bikes or Death, he had just set a new Fastest Known Time for the Bikepacking Triple Crown. He wasn't done. In the 21 months since, Justinas has lined up for nine ultra-endurance races across an astonishing range of formats and conditions: The Accursed Race, Trans Balkan Race, Transcontinental Race, Arkansas High Country Race, GranGuanche Audax Trail, Tour Te Waipounamu, Iditarod Trail Invitational 350, Highland Trail 550 and Silk Road Mountain Race. That résumé stretches from road racing and free-route navigation at the Transcontinental to technical singletrack in New Zealand and Scotland, extreme winter riding on the Iditarod Trail, and remote, high-altitude racing through the mountains of Kyrgyzstan. The results include six victories, a second-place finish, three additional FKTs and, most recently, a commanding win at Silk Road. The longest and most demanding Silk Road course to date covered 2,052 kilometers through Kyrgyzstan, with more than 35,000 meters of climbing and a non-finisher rate of roughly 65 percent. Justinas entered the race claiming his expectations were "lower than the floor." He finished in 7 days, 16 hours and 56 minutes – more than 21 hours ahead of second place. In this episode, we catch up on everything Justinas has done since our last conversation, including his victory at the Iditarod Trail Invitational 350 – an experience he describes as the hardest thing he has ever done. We also dig into Silk Road: how he erased an early 4.5 hour deficit, the enormous push that broke the race open, and the illness, river crossings and general chaos he encountered along the way. But the larger question is how Justinas continues to race so consistently across so many disciplines while remaining one of the most feared and successful ultra-endurance cyclists in the world. We discuss recovery, motivation, balancing life with cycling, and what continues to drive him toward such wildly different challenges. After everything he has accomplished, one question remains: Why is Justinas Leveika so damn good at this? After everything he has accomplished, one question remains: Why is Justinas Leveika so damn good at this? Maybe you'll get some clues in today's episode… Episode Sponsors Episode Sponsors Old Man Mountain and the new Manzanita Cradle - use code OMMORDEATH for 15% off Save the dates: Sept. 25th @ High Noon - ETS 7th edition registration opens Oct. 4th @ 6pm - Bikes or Death Live -- Night of Showdown @ Trek W. University in Houston Follow @bikesordeath and @texasshowdownseries for updates! New Patrons Clay Ditzend Join them won't you!? Patreon.com/bikesordeath

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Turkey seeks Black Sea shipping deal as attacks threaten grain trade

International report

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2026 5:38

Turkey is racing to restore safe passage for cargo ships in the Black Sea as attacks on shipping disrupt grain exports and push up prices. Russia and Ukraine are major global wheat exporters, but Black Sea trade has been severely disrupted as both sides step up attacks on shipping and port infrastructure. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced this week that Turkey was working on a plan to ensure safe passage in the Black Sea for commercial shipping and said he was in touch with both Ukraine and Russia. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan confirmed that he raised the issue with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, on the sidelines of a gathering of regional leaders in Kyrgyzstan. The Turkish move comes as Ukraine and Russia have ramped up their attacks on shipping and ports in and around the Black Sea. In 2022, Turkey and the United Nations brokered a deal between Ukraine and Russia to ensure safe passage for Ukrainian grain exports through the Black Sea. The agreement lasted a year. While Turkey has maintained good ties with both sides, reaching another agreement will be much harder, warned international relations professor Huseyin Bagci of Ankara's Middle East Technical University. “The tension is increasing more than ever before,” Bagci said. “It's not enough to have good relations, because the two sides – the Ukrainians and Russians – should sit down and talk about a common solution to this problem. Turkey cannot solve this problem alone.” What the SDF's dissolution means for Syria's Kurds and neighbouring Turkey Growing attacks In August Ukraine offered a ceasefire on commercial shipping, but the offer was rejected by Moscow, which said it wanted a broader deal. Ukrainian drones continue to strike Russian shipping, while Russia has continued missile attacks on Ukrainian ports and ships. This surge in attacks comes as both nations rush to export their grain harvests. Grain prices have risen sharply, by as much as 30 percent, international grain broker Can Atbasoglu said, even as both sides scramble to find new routes for their exports. “Russia will do their best to export as much as they can, both from Russian Baltic ports and EU Baltic ports like Latvia and Lithuania; they're also exporting,” Atbasoglu said. “Ukraine will also export as much as they can from Romania as well and through the Danube ports. But the export pace will be definitely lower. So it will definitely stay bullish for the markets. Prices are definitely going to stay like this or can have a further increase.” Fears of wheat price surge amid Ukraine-Russia clashes in the Black Sea Ships staying put At one of Istanbul's many shipyards, the docks are crowded with ships that once braved the Black Sea. One vessel bears the scars of a drone attack and is under repair. Others undergo routine maintenance as shipowners hesitate to risk new journeys into dangerous waters. The superintendent of one ship, speaking anonymously, says repairs are nearly finished, but uncertainty clouds the future. “We wanted to take the ship out to the Black Sea before entering the shipyard, but because of that risk, we didn't enter the Black Sea and didn't take on any cargo. We've been in the shipyard for 50 days for repairs, but we don't know what will happen once the repairs are finished,” the superintendent said. Turkish shipowners warn that many are on the brink of bankruptcy, as idle ships rack up costs of up to 50,000 euros a month in mooring and crew expenses. Ziya Ustel, CEO of Turkish shipping company VI-ZA STAR, says high freight rates are being offered for Black Sea routes, but the risks are too great. “They are offering high freight rates, etc,” Ustel said. Without a diplomatic solution, few shipowners will be prepared to risk their vessels, Ustel warned. “The main thing is to find out a real solution,” Ustel added. “Otherwise, no one will try anything anymore.” Turkish diplomacy Ankara is expected to step up its efforts to find a solution. Grain brokers say hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough may be one reason prices have so far remained below the record highs seen at the start of the war. But if Turkish efforts fail and attacks on Black Sea shipping continue, higher grain prices could have a considerable impact, especially on the world's poorest nations, many of which depend on Russian and Ukrainian grain.

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China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway reaches key construction milestone

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2026 4:45

The first tunnel on the Kyrgyz section of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway has been drilled through, marking a major milestone for the cross-border project.

04 SEPTEMBA 2026

Habari za UN

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2026 11:56

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英语新闻丨Xi's trip builds solidarity and consensus

The Overland Journal Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2026 6:11

President Xi Jinping returned to Beijing on Thursday morning after attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in the Kyrgyz capital of Bishkek and concluding state visits to Kyrgyzstan and Egypt.Officials and experts said the five-day trip, covering more than 20 bilateral and multilateral events across Central Asia and the Middle East, responded to international calls for peace, stability and development with concrete efforts, offering Chinese solutions and insights to a world of intertwined changes and turbulence.Speaking at a news briefing in Cairo upon the conclusion of the trip, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that with solidarity and cooperation as its central theme, the trip was significant for building consensus on cooperation and for reforming and improving global governance.In Bishkek, Xi attended the 26th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the SCO as the organization marked its 25th anniversary this year.At the summit, Xi announced that China would establish a China-SCO port economic cooperation center in Tianjin and a China-SCO basic education cooperation center, and implement 100 technological cooperation projects with other SCO countries over the next three years.Leaders of the member states signed and issued the Bishkek Declaration, approved the protocol on amendments and additions to the SCO Charter, and adopted 28 outcome documents covering areas such as security, economic and people-to-people cooperation, as well as organizational development.The strategic blueprint drawn up at last year's Tianjin summit is becoming a reality step by step, Wang said, noting that the SCO now has a more optimized structure, more efficient operation and stronger cooperation.According to Wang, in Kyrgyzstan, the two heads of state reached important consensus on further deepening the two nations' comprehensive strategic partnership for a new era and advancing the building of a China-Kyrgyzstan community with a shared future. Bilateral relations are now at their best in history, he said.Wang said the most important political outcome of the visit was the signing of the treaty on permanent good-neighborliness, friendship and cooperation. The treaty enshrines the two countries' commitment to lasting friendship in legal form and opens broader prospects for bilateral relations, he said.Kyrgyz Foreign Minister Zheenbek Kulubaev told reporters that as a result of Monday's meeting of the heads of state, Kyrgyzstan and China have raised the strategic partnership to a high-quality level of development.This reflects the high level of political trust and confidence between the two countries and their readiness to further deepen cooperation, he said.Xi's trip to Egypt was the first state visit to the country by a Chinese president in a decade and coincided with the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.According to Wang, Xi has emphasized that China, whether in the past, at present or in the future, is Egypt's trustworthy and dependable comprehensive strategic partner.Wang described Xi's historic visit to Egypt as both a journey to renew friendship and one to expand cooperation, calling it a milestone that fully demonstrates the strategic and exemplary nature of China-Egypt relations.Zoon Ahmed Khan, a researcher at the Belt and Road Institute of Tsinghua University, said Xi's visit reflected an ongoing transformation in which the two ancient civilizations are advancing from mere markets and transit corridors into creators of their own shared agency."The true vitality of this partnership lies in its tangible momentum," she said, pointing to industrial hubs, local-currency financing, space technology and job-creating projects as examples of political trust being translated into productive capacity and practical South-South cooperation.Ayman Mohseb, a member of Egypt's House of Representatives, said that closer China-Egypt coordination could help ease regional tensions, promote dialogue and political settlements, and contribute to a more balanced and equitable international order.During his talks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Xi put forward a four-point proposal on building a new security architecture in the Middle East via upholding a vision of common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security.He called for fostering the internal driving force for regional security, adopting a comprehensive approach to advancing common security in the region, consolidating the foundation for common security through development and strengthening international coordination.Wang also highlighted the cultural and people-to-people dimensions.Peng Liyuan, Xi's wife, took part in cultural activities with Aigul Japarova, the wife of the Kyrgyz president, and Entissar El-Sisi, the wife of the Egyptian president. The activities added a warm cultural dimension and helped strengthen mutual understanding, people-to-people bonds and cultural exchanges, Wang said.

EP319 | Global Traces on the Realities of Full-time Expedition

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 58:59 Transcription Available

Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano interviews Jess and Dave of Global Traces from Lake Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan, about five years of overlanding in their MAN HX60 expedition truck with their dog Otis and five-and-a-half-year-old daughter Isla. They explain why they chose a truck for long-term autonomy and comfort, how they bought an ex-British military HX60 cheaply with low kilometers, and how they designed and project-managed a split build to prioritize space, headroom, a raising/lowering bed, and essentials like a washing machine. They discuss tradeoffs of size and weight, common questions about cost, fuel (about 28–30 L/100 km), and toilets, plus how they afford travel through savings and Dave’s photography work. They share lessons and community support from multiple recoveries, including a major winch rescue in Tajikistan, and outline revised plans after Mongolia border restrictions for animals. Global Traces: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Photopositive New to Overland Journal and want to grab a subscription! Visit Overland Journal and enter code: overlandpodcast at checkout for 20% off. We thank you for being a subscriber. Tune in Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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India at SCO, saving parks in Bengaluru, and new CEO of Ram Janmbhoomi Trust

3 Things

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 28:30 Transcription Available

First, we speak with The Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy about the the 26th SCO Summit which was held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan this year and was attended by leaders of all ten SCO member states, including India, China, Russia and Pakistan. He talks about India's presence at the summit and the issues PM Modi raised.Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Kiran Parashar about a new law in Bengaluru that could allow parts of the city's protected park land to be used for public utilities. He talks about the amendment and the opposition the amended law is facing from the residents of the city. (11:28)Lastly, we talk about retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra, being appointed as the first Chief Executive Officer of the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. (24:37)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced by Shashank Bhargava, Ichha Sharma, and Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

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英语新闻丨倡导平等有序的多极世界

Ageless Athlete - Fireside Chats with Adventure Sports Icons

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 5:00

President Xi Jinping called on Tuesday for joint efforts to advance an equal and orderly multipolar world and make global governance more just and equitable, saying that Global South countries should have greater representation and a stronger voice in international affairs.周二，习近平主席呼吁各方携手努力，推动构建平等有序的多极世界，让全球治理更加公正合理，指出全球南方国家应当在国际事务中拥有更多代表性与更大发言权。Xi made the remarks at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Plus Meeting in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, which focused on strengthening the role of the United Nations and building a multipolar world.习近平在吉尔吉斯斯坦首都比什凯克举行的“上海合作组织+”会议上发表上述讲话，本次会议聚焦加强联合国作用、构建多极世界。Against the backdrop of accelerating changes unseen in a century, Xi said that hegemonism, unilateralism and protectionism are resurging against historical trends. Nevertheless, the overwhelming majority of the world does not condone power politics, conflict and confrontation, or isolation and backwardness, he said, adding that what most people want instead is to hold a place on the world stage through national development and international cooperation.习近平表示，在世界百年变局加速演进的背景下，霸权主义、单边主义、保护主义逆历史潮流回潮。但世界绝大多数国家并不认同强权政治、冲突对抗、封闭落后，绝大多数国家所期盼的，是通过本国发展与国际合作在世界舞台上占有一席之地。Noting that the rise of the Global South is driving a profound shift in the international balance of power, Xi said that the trend toward a multipolar world is irreversible.习近平指出，全球南方的崛起推动国际力量对比发生深刻变化，世界多极化趋势不可逆转。"As a responsible major country, China advocates for an equal and orderly multipolar world," he said.他指出：“作为负责任大国，中国倡导平等有序的多极世界。”The Chinese president identified sovereign equality and mutual respect as fundamental principles, balance, order and the rule of law as inherent requirements, multilateralism, dialogue and consultation as essential pathways, and mutual benefit, winwin cooperation and inclusiveness as the way forward for development.习近平主席将主权平等、相互尊重定为根本原则；均衡有序、法治至上作为内在要求；多边主义、对话协商作为重要路径；互利共赢、包容普惠作为发展方向。"We should ensure equal rights, equal opportunities and equal rules for all countries, regardless of their size, strength and wealth," Xi said.习近平表示：“国家不分大小、强弱、贫富，我们应当保障各国享有平等权利、平等机会、平等规则。”The common values of humanity should be upheld, while double standards, exceptionalism, foreign interference, bullying and the law of the jungle should be rejected, he said.他指出，应当弘扬全人类共同价值，摒弃双重标准、例外主义、外来干涉、霸凌行径以及丛林法则。He added that major countries, in particular, should "take the lead in observing international norms and honoring the rule of law", and work together to tackle global challenges.他补充道，大国尤其要“带头遵守国际准则、恪守法治”，携手应对全球性挑战。"World affairs should be discussed by all, and international norms should be set by all. The authority and vitality of the UN need to be restored," Xi said.习近平表示：“世界的事情由各国共商，国际规则由各国共定，要恢复联合国的权威与活力。”He also called for focusing on the development agenda, upholding openness and cooperation, and bridging the digital and artificial intelligence divides, so that the technological revolution and development achievements can benefit all nations.他同时呼吁聚焦发展议题，坚持开放合作，弥合数字鸿沟与人工智能鸿沟，让科技革命与发展成果惠及所有国家。Xi said that after a 25year journey, the SCO has successfully set a stellar example in conducting relations among big countries, among neighbors and among countries of different sizes.习近平表示，历经25载发展，上合组织为大国之间、邻国之间、大小不同国家之间处理国际关系树立了光辉典范。To advance common prosperity in the vast region straddling Asia and Europe, Xi called for harnessing "SCO Strength" and connecting multiple growth poles across the continent through highquality Belt and Road cooperation.为推动横跨欧亚广袤区域实现共同繁荣，习近平呼吁发挥“上合力量”，通过高质量共建“一带一路”，联通欧亚大陆多个增长极。Xi also called on the SCO to promote the development and rise of the Global South through "SCO Wisdom", urging all sides to carry forward the Shanghai Spirit and strengthen and expand the SCO Plus partnerships. He said that "SCO Action" should guide the reform and improvement of global governance.习近平同时呼吁上合组织运用“上合智慧”助力全球南方发展振兴，敦促各方弘扬上海精神，巩固拓展“上合组织+”伙伴关系，以“上合行动”引领全球治理改革完善。Tuesday's meeting came exactly one year after Xi proposed the Global Governance Initiative at the SCO Plus Meeting in Tianjin. The initiative has since received support from nearly 160 countries and international organizations, while more than 60 countries have joined the Group of Friends of Global Governance.本次周二举行的会议，距离习近平主席在天津“上合组织+”会议上提出全球治理倡议恰好过去一年。该倡议已得到近160个国家和国际组织支持，60多个国家加入全球治理之友小组。Li Yonghui, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences' Institute of Russian, Eastern European and Central Asian Studies, said that the rise of the Global South and emerging economies is accelerating the shift toward a multipolar world. Li said that the SCO provides a practical example of cooperation among countries with different social systems and at different stages of development.中国社会科学院俄罗斯东欧中亚研究所研究员李勇慧表示，全球南方与新兴经济体的崛起正在加速世界多极化进程。他认为，上合组织为不同社会制度、不同发展阶段国家开展合作提供了现实范例。multipolar /ˌmʌltiˈpəʊlə(r)/多极的hegemonism /hɪˈɡemənɪzəm/霸权主义unilateralism /ˌjuːnɪˈlætərəlɪzəm/单边主义protectionism /prəˈtekʃənɪzəm/保护主义multilateralism /ˌmʌltiˈlætərəlɪzəm/多边主义inclusiveness /ɪnˈkluːsɪvnəs/包容性

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You're Going to Die. Stop Postponing Your Life | Paul Pritchard, 59

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 62:59 Transcription Available

Paul Pritchard is one of the most significant figures in British climbing. He became one of Britain's leading rock climbers and mountaineers, with major first ascents across the UK, Patagonia, Baffin Island, Yosemite, Kyrgyzstan and the Karakoram. His first ascent of the West Face of Mount Asgard in 1994 remains one of his defining achievements.He was also the first author to have won the Boardman Tasker Prize for Mountain Literature twice — for Deep Play, and later, The Totem Pole.In 1998, everything changed.While climbing Tasmania's Totem Pole, Paul was struck in the head by a falling rock, sustaining a near-fatal brain injury that left him with hemiplegia. He spent the next year in hospital and has described the decades since as his longest project: healing, adapting, and learning to live one moment at a time.And yet today, Paul says he gives thanks to the Totem Pole every morning.This is not simply a comeback story. It's a conversation about mortality, fear, acceptance, freedom, identity, and what happens when the life you expected disappears.We talk about why losing choices can sometimes make us freer, why fear doesn't need to disappear before we act, how aging changes the need to prove ourselves, and Paul's idea of the “dignity of risk.”If none of us knows how much time we have, what are we still postponing?REFERENCESPaul's excellent books:: Deep Play | The Totem Pole | The Longest Climb | The Mountain Path on his website at https://www.paulpritchard.com.au/booksPaul's Instagram: @paulpritchard

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英语新闻丨Xi: Development, security key to SCO

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 5:49

President Xi Jinping called on Tuesday for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization to prioritize development and security to usher in a future of shared prosperity and foster an environment of universal security.Xi made the remarks when addressing the 26th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the SCO, which was held in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. He underlined the need for the SCO to remain committed to dialogue and consultation for more equitable and orderly governance.In his speech, Xi hailed the extraordinary journey of the regional organization over the past 25 years, saying that it has grown into a new type of regional cooperation grouping with the largest land area and population and enormous development potential. Founded in 2001 by China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, the SCO now comprises 10 member states, two observer states and 15 dialogue partners.Xi said that the most valuable spiritual asset of the regional grouping is that it pioneered, and has since invariably followed, the Shanghai Spirit featuring mutual trust, mutual benefit, equality, consultation, respect for the diversity of civilizations and pursuit of common development.Its most important cooperation experience is that it has found the right way of coexistence, featuring nonalliance, nonconfrontation and not targeting any third party, enabling countries in the region to build a common home together, he added.As the world is undergoing accelerated changes unseen in a century, with the intensifying rivalry between dialogue and confrontation, win-win and zero-sum, and multilateralism and unilateralism, Xi urged the SCO to step forward to shoulder its historical responsibility and proactively steer the course for the future.He also called for the SCO to advocate universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization, solidify cooperation in traditional fields such as trade, investment, mutual connectivity, energy and resources, and expand cooperation in emerging fields like artificial intelligence, digital economy, green industry and green mining in order to deepen and upgrade regional cooperation.China sees the SCO as a priority area for promoting high-quality Belt and Road cooperation and implementing the Global Development Initiative, he said.In 2025, China's trade with other SCO members reached $523.5 billion and accounted for 8 percent of the country's total foreign trade, up from $12.1 billion in 2001, according to statistics from the Ministry of Commerce.Xi urged the SCO countries to take coordinated measures to tackle traditional and nontraditional security threats, and he called for efforts to prevent external forces from interfering in their internal affairs, endangering their political security and undermining regional stability.China is willing to work with all parties to practice a common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security concept and make the SCO an important platform for implementing the Global Security Initiative, he added.Xi also emphasized the need for the SCO countries to uphold a people-centered approach and cement the foundation for everlasting friendship. China stands ready to work with all parties to implement the Global Civilization Initiative, he added.The summit was chaired by President Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan, which holds the current rotating presidency of the SCO.The leaders of the SCO member states fully affirmed the development achievements of the SCO over the past 25 years, recognizing that the SCO provides important guarantees for regional security and prosperity and has become one of the cornerstones of global stability and economic development.They praised China's significant contributions as a founding member state in promoting the organization's development and agreed to actively implement the strategic blueprint from the SCO Tianjin Summit in 2025.In the face of a complex international situation, SCO member states should work together to enhance the organization's influence, promote the building of a more just and reasonable global governance system, and play a greater role in safeguarding the peace, stability and prosperity of the region and the world, they said.Leaders of the SCO member states signed and issued the Bishkek Declaration on the 25th Anniversary of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, approved the Protocol on Amending and Supplementing the Charter of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the Regulations on the SCO Universal Center for Countering Security Challenges and Threats, and the Regulations on the SCO Anti-Drug Center, and adopted 28 outcome documents covering security, economic, people-to-people and cultural cooperation, as well as organizational development.It was decided at the summit that Pakistan will assume the rotating presidency of the SCO for 2026-27.Li Ziguo, director and research fellow in the Department for European-Central Asian Studies at the China Institute of International Studies, said the summit could give fresh impetus to implementing the outcomes of last year's summit and help move the SCO into a stage of pursuing development in tandem.Sun Zhuangzhi, director of the Institute of Russian, Eastern European and Central Asian Studies at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, described China's efforts in practicing the Shanghai Spirit as an important driving force behind the SCO.prosperity / prɒˈsperəti / n.繁荣；兴旺governance / ˈɡʌvənəns / n.治理；管理；治理体系mutual benefit / ˌmjuːtʃuəl ˈbenɪfɪt / n.互利；共同利益win-win / ˌwɪn ˈwɪn / adj./n.双赢的；双赢局面zero-sum / ˌzɪərəʊ ˈsʌm / adj.零和的；一方获益必然意味着另一方受损的multilateralism / ˌmʌltiˈlætərəlɪzəm / n.多边主义unilateralism / ˌjuːnɪˈlætərəlɪzəm / n.单边主义mutual connectivity / ˌmjuːtʃuəl ˌkɒnekˈtɪvəti / n.互联互通

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The Joyce Kaufman Show 9/1/26 - Stop gap bill passed to avoid potential government shutdown, VP of Bank of America killed in stabbing attack, Global selloff of government bonds and more

The Joyce Kaufman Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 43:59

Joyce talks about: The administration passing a stop gap bill to avoid potential government shutdown until after midterms. Allows Congress members to get back to the campaign trail. Congress negotiating a bar on the Trump Administration from transferring additional funds to ICE, the ban on intoxicating hemp products, and blocking a policy that would allow the administration to cancel grants awarded to organizations who do not align with current administrations values.Politicians using their position to further their own agendas instead of working for the American people. Random stabbing in Times Square committed by a woman. The Vice President of Bank of America killed. Was it a coincidence? Suspect killed in stand off with police. Putin and Xi Jinping join forces at a summit in Kyrgyzstan. The media is focused on other stories. Global sell off of government bonds. Threatening borrows around the world with higher interest rates. New York Governor Kathy Hochul wears a hijab while speaking inside the Prayer room at the Islamic Cultural Center of New York. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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World Watch List: Central Asia

Open Doors LIVE

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 27:20

Imagine a place where every single person in your community is on high alert, watching and waiting for you to make a single misstep that will reveal something that could put your life in danger: you are a Christian. Join Joyce and Sarah as they explore the pressure of persecution across the region of Central Asia, and what life is like for believers in some of these countries, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.

Xi calls for higher-quality cooperation within SCO

The Beijing Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 59:40

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for higher-quality cooperation within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization at the 26th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the SCO in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan (01:00). Locals have mourned the victims of the mudslide that hit China's Xizang Autonomous Region last week, while search and rescue efforts are continuing (10:43). The United Nations has urged maximum restraint after renewed strikes between Iran and the US following a month of relative calm (23:32).

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Xi, Japarov sign treaty to deepen ties

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 7:29

At around 11:30 am local time on Monday in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, President Xi Jinping and Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov put their signatures to a treaty on permanent good-neighborliness, friendship and cooperation, after which they exchanged copies of the treaty, shook hands and posed for photographs.The two presidents also signed a joint declaration on the high-quality development of the China-Kyrgyzstan comprehensive strategic partnership for a new era, and witnessed the exchange of bilateral cooperation documents covering investment, transportation, customs and sister-city relations.During Xi's visit, which began on Sunday, the two sides signed more than 20 additional cooperation documents in areas including science and technology, education, culture, people-to-people exchanges and the media.While holding bilateral talks with Japarov, Xi said that high-level political mutual trust and firm mutual support are important guarantees for the steady and long-term development of China-Kyrgyzstan relations. China firmly supports Kyrgyzstan in safeguarding its national sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity, and supports the country in pursuing a development path suited to its national conditions, Xi said.He added that China stands ready to continue firmly supporting Kyrgyzstan on issues concerning each other's core interests.Japarov said he was honored to welcome Xi to Kyrgyzstan on the 35th anniversary of the country's independence, which fell on Monday. The visit further demonstrated the profound friendship and high level of political mutual trust between the two countries and marked an important milestone in bilateral relations, he said.Xi said the signing of the treaty on permanent good-neighborliness, friendship and cooperation will provide an important legal foundation for friendship between the two countries from generation to generation and for their continued mutual support.China is advancing the building of a strong country and national rejuvenation on all fronts through Chinese modernization, while Kyrgyzstan is making every effort to implement its National Development Program through 2030, Xi said.China is ready to work with Kyrgyzstan to better align their development strategies, deepen exchanges of experience in governance and deliver more tangible outcomes through practical cooperation, he said, calling for taking profound and concrete measures in building a China-Kyrgyzstan community with a shared future.Xi called for the two sides to deepen practical cooperation by implementing their intergovernmental economic and trade cooperation plan, diversifying traded goods and fostering new growth drivers such as digital trade and cross-border e-commerce.He called for the high-quality construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway, describing it as a "major transportation artery" carrying the development aspirations of people across the region.The two sides should also modernize border crossings and strengthen "soft connectivity" in institutions, standards and rules, he said.Xi urged more landmark projects in renewable energy and resource recycling, as well as efforts to implement cooperation documents on green minerals and expand collaboration across entire industrial chains.He also called for facilitating personnel exchanges and expanding cooperation among young people, as well as media, tourism, sports, healthcare and subnational exchanges, to further consolidate public support for China-Kyrgyzstan friendship.The two sides should expand law enforcement and security cooperation, jointly combat the "three forces" of terrorism, separatism and extremism, as well as drug trafficking and transnational crime, and work together to safeguard regional peace and stability, Xi said.China supports Kyrgyzstan in playing a greater role in international and regional affairs and is willing to strengthen coordination with the country within the United Nations framework, he said.Xi called on the two countries to jointly implement the four global initiatives, oppose hegemonism and power politics, uphold true multilateralism, safeguard international fairness and justice, and promote a more just and equitable global governance system.As founding members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, China and Kyrgyzstan should advance the implementation of the outcomes of last year's Tianjin summit, promote common development in the region and take the SCO's development to a new level, said Xi, who is also in Bishkek for this year's SCO summit.Japarov said the signing of the treaty on permanent good-neighborliness, friendship and cooperation will open up broader prospects for bilateral relations."The People's Republic of China is an important priority in Kyrgyzstan's foreign policy, and our main trade and investment partner. China is our good neighbor, close friend and time-tested, reliable partner," Japarov told Xi.Japarov also said that Kyrgyzstan is willing to expand cooperation with China in trade and investment, connectivity, scientific and technological innovation, energy, minerals and the green economy, while strengthening exchanges in education, healthcare, culture and youth affairs.Kyrgyzstan is ready to work with China to combat the "three forces" and safeguard regional security, he said.Japarov also expressed his country's willingness to strengthen coordination with China through multilateral platforms, including the UN, the SCO, the China-Central Asia mechanism and the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization.During the talks, Japarov, on behalf of the Kyrgyz government and people, extended his deep sympathies over the mudslide disaster in Gyirong county of China's Xizang autonomous region.Xi thanked him and said the Communist Party of China and the Chinese government are making every effort to search for missing Chinese and foreign nationals, relocate affected residents, treat the injured and guard against secondary disasters. China has also sent rescuers to Nepal and provided emergency assistance, he said.Earlier on Monday morning, Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, arrived by car at Yntymak Ordo, the Kyrgyz presidential administration building, under the escort of a Kyrgyz cavalry guard. They were warmly received by Japarov and his wife, Aigul Japarova.permanent good-neighborliness /ˈpɜːmənənt ˌɡʊd ˈneɪbəlɪnəs/ n.永久睦邻关系national rejuvenation /ˈnæʃənəl rɪˌdʒuːvəˈneɪʃən/ n.民族复兴transportation artery /ˌtrænspɔːˈteɪʃən ˈɑːtəri/ n.交通大动脉multilateralism /ˌmʌltiˈlætərəlɪzəm/ n.多边主义hegemonism /hɪˈɡemənɪzəm/ n.霸权主义equitable /ˈekwɪtəbəl/ adj.公平合理的；公正的

Nepal: Rescuers are trying to reach more than seven hundred trapped workers

Newshour

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 47:22

The authorities say they have made progress using controlled explosions and heavy machinery to access the hydropower tunnels. Nepal says that at least nine-hundred people have died in the floods, and more than four-thousand are still missing.Also on the programme, football legend Lionel Messi retires from international competitions. British fashion designer, John Galliano, has withdrawn from a planned exhibition of his work at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The Met had come in for severe criticism for hosting the exhibition, Galliano was arrested in Paris in 2011 for antisemitic insults and hateful remarks he made against Jews and Asian people at a bar near his home in the city. And the Nomad Games get underway in Kyrgyzstan, featuring sports like Kok Boru (polo but played with a dead goat instead of a mallet). We'll hear from a fan in attendance.(Picture: Rescue workers in Nepal. Credit: Reuters)

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Leaders of China, Russia and India are among heads of state meeting to counter US influence

AP Audio Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 0:58

AP correspondent Rica Ann Garcia reports on the leaders of China, Russia, India and other heads of state gathering at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Kyrgyzstan to counter US influence.

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President Xi calls for closer China-Kyrgyzstan cooperation in AI, global governance

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 4:45

Chinese President Xi Jinping says China stands ready to work with Kyrgyzstan to better align development strategies and deepen exchanges of experience in governance. President Xi is in Bishkek to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit and pay a state visit to Kyrgyzstan.

Xi arrives for SCO summit, Putin meeting as regional bloc pushes back on US dominance

Business daily

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 6:13

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit gets underway in Kyrgyzstan, with the leaders of China and Russia attending. But first: the US hosts G20 finance ministers, while America's massive debt may be painting its new central banker into a corner.

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Xi, Putin hold talks ahead of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit

Business daily

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 5:52

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin are among the heads of state attending a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit taking place in Kyrgyzstan. Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian is also in attendance, where he held bilateral talks with India's Narendra Modi. Marking its 25th anniversary this year, the SCO has strengthened trade ties among its members as the bloc looks to present an alternative to the US-led world order.

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Xi calls for China-Kyrgyzstan cooperation in AI, global governance

The Beijing Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 59:40

During talks with his Kyrgyz counterpart in Bishkek, the Chinese president says China stands ready to work with Kyrgyzstan to better align development strategies and deepen exchanges of experience in governance (01:17). Rescue efforts are intensifying in Xizang after last week's deadly mudslide, as crews race to restore vital access to Gyirong Port (22:55). The purchasing managers' index for China's manufacturing sector in August was higher than that of July (38:02).

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Thời sự 12h 31/8/2026: Hoàn thiện hệ thống cao tốc - tạo dư địa mới cho tăng trưởng 2 con số

VOV - Chương trình thời sự

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 55:48

- Chương trình chính luận nghệ thuật “Sao Độc lập” năm 2026, lần thứ 11 ca ngợi Đảng Cộng sản Việt Nam quang vinh, Chủ tịch Hồ Chí Minh vĩ đại; khẳng định những thành tựu to lớn, có ý nghĩa lịch sử của công cuộc đổi mới, xây dựng và bảo vệ Tổ quốc.- 3 công trình điện trọng điểm trên “đảo Ngọc” Phú Quốc đóng điện, đưa vào vận hành đúng dịp Quốc khánh 2/9 góp phần mở không gian phát triển “2 con số” và sẵn sàng đảm bảo điện cho sự kiện APEC 2027.- Xe khách chở 33 người bị lật trên tuyến đường tránh phía Đông, tỉnh Gia Lai, 3 người tử vong, 20 người bị thương.- Cảnh báo lũ quét, sạt lở đất, sụt lún đất do mưa lũ hoặc dòng chảy tại Sơn La và Phú Thọ, người dân và du khách đặc biệt chú ý khi di chuyển qua khu vực đồi núi, sườn dốc, ven sông suối được cảnh báo trong thời gian có mưa.- Mỹ nối lại tấn công Iran, Iran cũng ngay lập tức đáp trả. Căng thẳng Trung Đông có nguy cơ leo thang trở lại.- Hội nghị thượng đỉnh lần thứ 26 của Tổ chức Hợp tác Thượng Hải (SCO) diễn ra từ hôm nay đến ngày 1/9, tại Kyrgyzstan, nhân dịp kỷ niệm 25 năm thành lập tổ chức.- Trung Quốc phát hiện 8 điểm nguy cơ rủi ro cao về địa chất tại khu vực lũ quét ở Tây Tạng.

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Vấn đề quốc tế - Hội nghị thượng đỉnh Tổ chức Hợp tác Thượng Hải tháo gỡ những thách thức nội tại

VOV - Sự kiện và Bàn luận

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 7:38

VOV1 - Hôm nay (31/08), tại Kyrgyzstan khai mạc hội nghị thượng đỉnh Tổ chức Hợp tác Thượng Hải (SCO).Với chủ đề “25 năm SCO: Cùng hướng tới hòa bình, phát triển và thịnh vượng bền vững”, Hội nghị Thượng đỉnh SCO năm nay là dịp để các quốc gia thành viên nhìn lại chặng đường phát triển của tổ chức, đánh giá những kết quả đạt được và xác định các ưu tiên hợp tác trong giai đoạn mới.Việc Hội nghị Thượng đỉnh SCO 2026 diễn ra đúng dịp kỷ niệm 25 năm thành lập được kỳ vọng tạo thêm động lực để các nước thành viên thúc đẩy hợp tác thực chất, tăng cường kết nối và phối hợp giải quyết các vấn đề khu vực cũng như quốc tế.Thủ đô Kyrgyzstan nơi tổ chức Hội nghị thượng đỉnh Tổ chức Hợp tác Thượng Hải (SCO) năm 2026. Ảnh: Văn phòng Tổng thống Kyrgyzstan.

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President Xi: China-Kyrgyzstan cooperation enters "golden period" of rapid development

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2026 4:45

Chinese President Xi Jinping is in Kyrgyzstan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit and a state visit. In a written speech, President Xi said China-Kyrgyzstan cooperation is entering a “golden period” of rapid development.

Xi says China-Kyrgyzstan cooperation entering 'golden period'

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2026 2:40

The China-Kyrgyzstan cooperation has ushered in a "golden period" of rapid development, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Sunday as he landed here for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit 2026 and a state visit to Kyrgyzstan.Upon the arrival, Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov and his wife welcomed Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, at the Manas International Airport.In a written speech, Xi extended sincere greetings and best wishes to Japarov and the people of Kyrgyzstan on behalf of the Chinese government and people.Noting that China and Kyrgyzstan share a time-honored traditional friendship, Xi said that the majestic Tianshan Mountains stands as witnesses to the millennia of friendly exchanges between their peoples.Over the 34 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, the China-Kyrgyzstan relationship has withstood the test of a changing international landscape, maintained sound and stable development throughout, and reached the high level of a comprehensive strategic partnership for a new era.In recent years, bilateral trade volume and people-to-people exchanges have reached new highs, Xi said, noting that major projects including the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway have been successfully implemented, and the tangible results of mutually beneficial cooperation have broadly benefited the two peoples.Xi said that during the visit he will have in-depth exchanges of views with Japarov on China-Kyrgyzstan relations, cooperation in various fields between the two countries, and international and regional issues of common concern, and draw a new blueprint for building a China-Kyrgyzstan community with a shared future."I look forward to attending the SCO Bishkek Summit, working with all parties to revisit the 25-year development experience of the SCO, jointly discuss cooperation plans, create the future of the organization, and promote the continuous new development of the organization," Xi said.

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Russia's Classrooms Face Putin's Propaganda Machine

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2026 49:41

NOTE: This interview was conducted in Russian. The English audio was created with AI dubbing software and reviewed by native speakers of both languages for accuracy. Maria Snegovaya sits down with Pavel Talankin –– a Russian schoolteacher who became an unlikely lens into the Russian propaganda machine. His documentary, Mr. Nobody Against Putin, captured two years of footage from inside a provincial Russian classroom as Putin's war transformed his students into instruments of the state. The film won the 2026 Oscar for Best Documentary. Talankin joins Russian Roulette to discuss what he witnessed, the process of making the film, and what his story reveals about the depths of propaganda in Russia's education system today. Mentioned: Mr. Nobody Against Putin | Documentary film directed by David Borenstein and Pavel Talankin Feedback? Suggestions? Ideas to help us improve? Email us at erep@csis.org. If you love Russian Roulette, let us know by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to our sister podcast, covering all things Europe through a Washington lens: CSIS Podcasts | The Eurofile

Putin's Propaganda Machine in Russian Classrooms (A Russian Language Exclusive)

The End Times... with Bill, Ryan, John, & Terri!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2026 51:08

Maria Snegovaya sits down with Pavel Talankin –– a Russian schoolteacher who became an unlikely lens into the Russian propaganda machine. His documentary, Mr. Nobody Against Putin, captured two years of footage from inside a provincial Russian classroom as Putin's war transformed his students into instruments of the state. The film won the 2026 Oscar for Best Documentary. Talankin joins Russian Roulette's first episode recorded in Russian to discuss his inspiration, experience making the film, and what his story reveals about the depths of propaganda in Russia's education system today. NOTE: This episode is in Russian. An English version of the audio (created using AI dubbing software and reviewed by native speakers) is available in the Russian Roulette podcast feed. Mentioned: Mr. Nobody Against Putin | Documentary film directed by David Borenstein and Pavel Talankin Feedback? Suggestions? Ideas to help us improve? Email us at erep@csis.org. If you love Russian Roulette, let us know by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to our sister podcast, covering all things Europe through a Washington lens: CSIS Podcasts | The Eurofile

Rescue operations underway in mudslide-hit Xizang, first group of rescuers enters core area

The Beijing Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2026 59:40

Full-scale rescue operations continue after a mudslide hit southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, with the first professional rescue teams reaching the core area (02:24). In a signed article published ahead of his state visit to Kyrgyzstan, the Chinese president calls on the two countries to create a new chapter of high-quality development in bilateral ties (11:35). Qatar and Iran have discussed establishing a temporary shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz, along with a joint project to clear mines from the strategic waterway (21:50).

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The Antichrist and the Muslim Mahdi: Part 3

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 93:05 Transcription Available

In Part 3 of our series, we dive deep into the striking, statistically uncanny connections between the current Syrian President and the end-times prophecies of both Judeo-Christian and Islamic eschatology. Are the biblical Antichrist and the Muslim Mahdi actually the exact same figure? We go checkbox-by-checkbox through 4 powerful, ancient Muslim prophecies regarding the emergence of the Mahdi and show how “Our Guy” is checking every single box with absolute precision:

1179. Putin's PONZI SCHEME Economy Heading for Collapse - It's CRASHING!

Silicon Curtain

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 38:10

Jason Jay Smart is a political adviser who has lived and worked in Ukraine, Moldova, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Russia, and Latin America. Due to his work with the democratic opposition to Vladimir Putin, Smart was made persona non grata for life by Russia in 2010. Jason is a Special Correspondent at the Kyiv Post. It's the state of US support for Ukraine that we will discuss today.----------LINKS:https://jasonjaysmart.com/ https://www.kyivpost.com/authors/5 https://americanpoliticalservices.com/https://www.facebook.com/jasonjaysmarthttps://twitter.com/officejjsmart ----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformation----------ACTIVE CAMPAIGN:We are raising funds for 5 of 15 Vampire DronesSilicon Curtain for Kupiansk Vampires. Dzyga's Paw, together with Jonathan Fink, is joining forces to raise $40,000 to provide the Khartiia Brigade with Vampire Drones.https://dzygaspaw.com/silicon-curtain-for-kupiansk-vampiresThese heavy bombers are designed to destroy manpower and equipment, as well as for remote mining. The Vampire UAV, manufactured by Skyfall, has proven itself to be one of the most effective weapons in the Kupiansk direction. Skyfall is one of Ukraine's largest defense tech companies, producing Vampire bomber drones, various modifications of Shrike FPV drones, P1-SUN, Shahed drone interceptors, communication systems, and components.----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Car4Ukrainehttps://car4ukraine.com/en-US/campaignsDzyga's Pawhttps://dzygaspaw.com/projectsSuperhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/----------PLATFORMS:Substack: https://substack.com/@siliconcurtainTwitter: https://twitter.com/CurtainSiliconLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finkjonathan/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4thRZj6NO7y93zG11JMtqm----------

China's Struggle for Influence in Central Asia

Pekingology

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 48:05

Founded in 2001 by China, Russia, and key Central Asian states, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) marks its 25th anniversary this year. With Chinese President Xi Jinping expected to attend the SCO Leaders' Summit in Kyrgyzstan later this month, the organization has become an increasingly important platform for advancing Beijing's vision of a multipolar international order as China's economic, political, and security influence across Central Asia continues to grow. In this episode of Pekingology, CSIS Senior Fellow Henrietta Levin is joined by Bradley Jardine, co-author of the new book, Backlash: China's Struggle for Influence in Central Asia. Henrietta and Bradley unpack China's goals for the upcoming SCO summit, as well as China's long history in Central Asia. They discuss Beijing's use of Silk Road narratives to frame its contemporary engagement with Central Asia, Chinese leaders' top priorities in the region - from border security, to energy resilience, to construction of an increasingly Sinocentric regional architecture - how Central Asian governments quietly manage tensions over repression in Xinjiang, and whether the "debt diplomacy" narrative holds up. They also explore the collision of Chinese and Russian interests in Central Asia, and how the SCO became a leading component of the new international order China is working to build.

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China adds Kyrgyzstan, Vietnam to 240-hour visa-free transit program

MedicalMissions.com Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 4:45

China has expanded its 240-hour visa-free transit policy to include Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam, effective from Thursday. The scheme now covers 57 countries. Citizens of the two countries also qualify for the 30-day visa-free entry to Hainan Province, now open to 61 nations.

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Silver Above $60: Why the Bull Market May Be Far From Over | Lon Shaver (Silvercorp Metals)

Sprott Money News

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 21:57

In this Ask the Expert episode, Lon Shaver, President of Silvercorp Metals, joins Craig Hemke for Sprott Money to discuss the silver price, gold price, mining stocks, supply constraints, production costs, and what could drive the next move in precious metals. Silver remains above historically significant levels, mining supply is difficult to expand, and industrial demand continues to support the long-term outlook. Lon explains why today's price of silver remains encouraging despite trading below earlier highs, why new mines can take many years to reach production, and how limited new supply could affect the silver market. He also discusses Silvercorp Metals' low-cost production, expansion plans in China, Ecuador and Kyrgyzstan, drilling programs, and the company's exposure to silver.

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A Magnet for the Plot: 76 Countries and Counting — With Helo of Where Is Helo? | #143

Globetrotters Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 49:28

She couldn't afford a passport, so she sold chocolates until she could. Now, Helo has traveled to 76+ countries—and somehow keeps finding herself in the middle of a good story.She plans obsessively, gets lost on purpose, talks to strangers, and actively chases the things that make her uncomfortable. This is about what happens when you stop waiting for life to get easier and start putting yourself in places where something can actually happen.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/globetrotters-podcast--5023679/support.

Finding Your Best Fit Mission Agency

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026

In this session, attendees will be equipped to navigate the discernment process of identifying the best-fit sending agency for them.

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Hunting, 2A News, M14 History, and Plenty more with Frank Riess

The Gun Experiment

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2026 68:02

“When it comes to facilitating major change for our community, unity is our greatest weapon." Episode Summary In this episode, I sat down with my good friend Frank Riess from Wallkill River Small Arms to chop it up on all things firearms, hunting, and the current rollercoaster of Second Amendment news. We dig into Frank's upcoming big game hunt for ibex in Kyrgyzstan, discuss the recent Staccato dealer shakeup, debate the impact of the groundbreaking NFA registration case, and get down and dirty on New York's unique gun law struggles. We also nerd out over the Civilian Marksmanship Program's M14 and trench gun releases, plus have a little fun with modern sports controversies and the realities of America's global alliances. If you're looking for an honest, no-BS gun talk that covers big industry happenings and gives you collector insights, this episode is for you. Call to Action Subscribe and leave us a comment on Apple or Spotify Follow us on all of our social media: Instagram Youtube Grab some cool TGE merch Askmikeandkeithanything@gmail.com Be sure to support our show sponsors; they are a big part of making the show possible. Show Sponsors HSM Ammunition: Check out their extensive ammo lineup at hsmammunition.com. Look for the orange HSM logo at your local gun shop. Second Amendment Foundation: Support critical 2A litigation—become a member at saf.org. Key Takeaways Frank is prepping for a major ibex hunt in Kyrgyzstan, and shares what goes into a big game adventure abroad—logistics, rifle choice, and the real costs versus American big game hunts 04:24. The Staccato controversy: what it means when a leading 2011 manufacturer pulls back dealer access, the role of branding vs. gun quality, and insider experiences with both Staccato and Nighthawk 12:14. A judge struck down NFA registration for suppressors and SBRs: what this means for the country, the possible ripple effect in states like New York, and why groups like SAF and GOA are crucial 19:39. The Supreme Court could soon weigh in on magazine bans and assault weapons restrictions as key federal circuits split—what gun owners should watch next 29:13. CMP's release of M14 rifles and trench shotguns is a game-changer for collectors—Frank breaks down why this is historic and what it means for authenticity in the market 36:13. We detour into cultural debates, from pro-NBA male athletes trying to enter the WNBA to the enduring complexities of U.S.-Israel relations and “America First” thinking 57:00. Guest Information Frank Riess Owner and operator of Wallkill River Small Arms (Hudson Valley, NY) Historical firearms collector Experienced gunsmith and dealer Known for deep expertise on historical and modern rifles Be sure to stop in the shop if you are in the Hudson Valley Region Keywords gun podcast, Frank Riess, Walk Hill River Small Arms, The Gun Experiment, Staccato dealer controversy, NFA suppressor ruling, Second Amendment Foundation, CMP M14 release, trench gun, hunting Kyrgyzstan, ibex hunt, 2A news, magazine ban, Supreme Court and guns, New York gun law, pro-2A president, firearms history, gun collectors, FPC, GOA, SAF, HSM Ammunition, federal gun law, gun policy, suppressor ownership, SBR rules, civil rights, gun community, gun shop owner, modern rifle collecting, Second Amendment rights

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VOV - Việt Nam và Thế giới

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 1:37

VOV1 - Khoảng 50 người đến từ Nga, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan đã tham gia Giải vô địch cày ruộng tại Nga, được tổ chức tại thành phố Mineralnye Vody.

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How Ukraine Fights: Reflections from the Front Lines feat. Nate Vance

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 17:55

Maria Snegovaya sits down with Nate Vance — a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who enlisted in the Ukrainian Armed Forces after the 2022 invasion — to discuss Ukrainian and Russian military tactics, life as an infantryman on the front lines, and the impact of Soviet legacies on military culture. Vance spent three years with the Da Vinci Wolves, seeing action from Bakhmut to Pokrovsk, before leaving in early 2025 when his first cousin JD Vance's rise to the vice presidency made him a potential Russian target. Mentioned: Russian Blood and Treasure: The Ballooning Costs of Putin's War: CSIS Publication by Seth Jones and Riley McCabe Feedback? Suggestions? Ideas to help us improve? Email us at erep@csis.org. If you love Russian Roulette, let us know by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to our sister podcast, covering all things Europe through a Washington lens: CSIS Podcasts | The Eurofile

U.S. Sanctions Aren't Touching Russia's Hottest Startup

WSJ Whatâ€™s News

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 11:40

A.M. Edition for Aug. 10. Iran dials up its demands in talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, Meta embraces open-weight AI models in a bid to blunt the appeal of cheaper Chinese competition. And WSJ finance editor Alex Frangos breaks down how a payment network backed by the Russian government reveals the limits of Western efforts to economically isolate Moscow. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

World roundup: August 8-9 2026

Foreign Exchanges

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 15:00

Stories from Iran, Kyrgyzstan, Libya, and elsewhere This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.foreignexchanges.news/subscribe

Ryan Schweitzer, "Homosexuality in Central Asia: Stories of Hardship and Hope" (B&N Press, 2026)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2026 45:06

Homosexuality in Central Asia: Stories of Hardship and Hope (Barnes and Noble Press, 2026) is Ryan Michael Schweitzer's collection of first-hand narratives from LGBTQ individuals across Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Drawing on years of fieldwork in the region, Schweitzer gathers stories of violence, blackmail, forced marriage, surveillance, and exile alongside quieter accounts of love, friendship, and endurance. Rather than presenting a single Central Asian LGBTQ experience, the book traces how legal status, state security apparatuses, family structure, and religious revival intersect differently in each country to shape what visibility and safety look like for queer people in the region. About the host Cholpon Ramizova is a London-based creator and researcher. She holds a Master's in Migration, Mobility and Development from SOAS, University of London. Her thematic interests are in migration, displacement, identity, gender and nationalism—and in the ways these intersect within the Central Asia context. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

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Ryan Schweitzer, "Homosexuality in Central Asia: Stories of Hardship and Hope" (B&N Press, 2026)

New Books in Central Asian Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2026 45:06

Homosexuality in Central Asia: Stories of Hardship and Hope (Barnes and Noble Press, 2026) is Ryan Michael Schweitzer's collection of first-hand narratives from LGBTQ individuals across Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Drawing on years of fieldwork in the region, Schweitzer gathers stories of violence, blackmail, forced marriage, surveillance, and exile alongside quieter accounts of love, friendship, and endurance. Rather than presenting a single Central Asian LGBTQ experience, the book traces how legal status, state security apparatuses, family structure, and religious revival intersect differently in each country to shape what visibility and safety look like for queer people in the region. About the host Cholpon Ramizova is a London-based creator and researcher. She holds a Master's in Migration, Mobility and Development from SOAS, University of London. Her thematic interests are in migration, displacement, identity, gender and nationalism—and in the ways these intersect within the Central Asia context. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/central-asian-studies

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1159. Putin is NOT STOPPING - And There is No One in Russia Prepared to Stop Him!

Silicon Curtain

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 33:12

Jason Jay Smart is a political adviser who has lived and worked in Ukraine, Moldova, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Russia, and Latin America. Due to his work with the democratic opposition to Vladimir Putin, Smart was made persona non grata for life by Russia in 2010. Jason is a Special Correspondent at the Kyiv Post. It's the state of US support for Ukraine that we will discuss today.----------LINKS:https://jasonjaysmart.com/ https://www.kyivpost.com/authors/5 https://americanpoliticalservices.com/https://www.facebook.com/jasonjaysmarthttps://twitter.com/officejjsmart ----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformation----------ACTIVE CAMPAIGN:We are raising funds for 5 of 15 Vampire DronesSilicon Curtain for Kupiansk Vampires. Dzyga's Paw, together with Jonathan Fink, is joining forces to raise $40,000 to provide the Khartiia Brigade with Vampire Drones.https://dzygaspaw.com/silicon-curtain-for-kupiansk-vampiresThese heavy bombers are designed to destroy manpower and equipment, as well as for remote mining. The Vampire UAV, manufactured by Skyfall, has proven itself to be one of the most effective weapons in the Kupiansk direction. Skyfall is one of Ukraine's largest defense tech companies, producing Vampire bomber drones, various modifications of Shrike FPV drones, P1-SUN, Shahed drone interceptors, communication systems, and components.----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Car4Ukrainehttps://car4ukraine.com/en-US/campaignsDzyga's Pawhttps://dzygaspaw.com/projectsSuperhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/----------PLATFORMS:Substack: https://substack.com/@siliconcurtainTwitter: https://twitter.com/CurtainSiliconLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finkjonathan/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4thRZj6NO7y93zG11JMtqm----------

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Has the War Come Home to Russia?