Communist Youth League's Mission for the New Era - Beijing's Outreach to Taiwan - Blinken's China Visit - GSI a 'Chinese Solution' for Human Rights Protection - Argentina's RMB Trade Settlement
Here are the key reports and articles that I found noteworthy from the People's Daily's edition on Monday, June 19, 2023.
Page 1: At the top of the page is a report telling us about the enthusiastic responses to Xi Jinping’s letter to the 15th Straits Forum on Saturday. In the letter, Xi had expressed hope that the “the Straits Forum will continue to add vitality to the expansion of cross-strait non-governmental exchanges and the deepening of cross-strait integration and development.”
He added: “The new journey of Chinese-style modernization has bright prospects. Only when the country is good and the nation is good will the compatriots on both sides of the strait be good. We will, as always, respect, care for and deliver benefits to the Taiwan compatriots, continue to promote cross-strait economic and cultural exchanges and cooperation, deepen cross-strait integration and development in various fields, jointly promote Chinese culture, and promote spiritual harmony between cross-strait compatriots.” 中国式现代化新征程前景光明，国家好，民族好，两岸同胞才会好。我们将一如既往尊重、关爱、造福台湾同胞，持续促进两岸经济文化交流合作，深化两岸各领域融合发展，共同弘扬中华文化，促进两岸同胞心灵契合.
I hope that the compatriots on both sides of the strait will jointly grasp the general trend of history, safeguard the overall interests of the Chinese nation, contribute to the peaceful development of cross-strait relations and the great cause of the reunification of the motherland, jointly create the long-term well-being of the Chinese nation, and share the great glory of national rejuvenation!” 希望两岸同胞共同把握历史大势，坚守民族大义，为推动两岸关系和平发展、推进祖国统一大业作出贡献，共创中华民族绵长福祉，共享民族复兴伟大荣光！
A couple of other related stories that were covered over the weekend. First, Wang Huning read out Xi’s letter at the forum. He also said (English report) that Xi’s letter “reflects the continued commitment to promote economic and cultural exchanges and cooperation between the two sides of the Strait, deepen integration and development in various fields, and benefit the compatriots in Taiwan, deep affection, concern, and care for Taiwan compatriots.” 王沪宁表示，习近平总书记高度重视海峡论坛，专门发来贺信，阐明了“国家好，民族好，两岸同胞才会好”的大道至理，宣示了继续致力于促进两岸经济文化交流合作、深化两岸各领域融合发展、造福台湾同胞的政策主张，充分体现了对广大台湾同胞的深情牵挂和关心关怀.
“Adhering to the concept of ‘one family on both sides of the Taiwan Straits’, we always respect, care for and deliver benefits to our compatriots in Taiwan Province. As long as it is conducive to enhancing the well-being of compatriots' family ties and deepening mutual understanding and identification, we will do it with all our heart and affection, and we will certainly do it well. I hope that compatriots on both sides of the strait will seize the opportunity to devote themselves to the great cause of national rejuvenation and share in the broad opportunities of Chinese-style modernization.” 我们秉持“两岸一家亲”理念，始终尊重、关爱、造福台湾同胞，只要是有利于增进同胞亲情福祉、有利于深化彼此理解认同的事，我们都会用心用情用力去做，而且一定会做好。希望两岸同胞乘时乘势，致力民族复兴伟大事业，共享中国式现代化广阔机遇.
He added that “the peaceful development of cross-strait relations is the correct path to maintain peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, promote common development, benefit compatriots on both sides of the strait, and lead to national rejuvenation. ‘Taiwan independence’ is incompatible with peace across the Strait. We must resolutely oppose ‘Taiwan independence’ separatist activities and interference by external forces. Only by adhering to the ‘1992 Consensus’ and opposing ‘Taiwan independence’ can cross-strait relations return to the correct track of peaceful development.” 王沪宁表示，两岸关系和平发展是维护台海和平稳定、促进共同发展、造福两岸同胞、通向民族复兴的正确道路。“台独”同台海和平水火不容，必须坚决反对“台独”分裂活动和外部势力干涉。坚持“九二共识”、反对“台独”，两岸关系才能回到和平发展的正确轨道。
The report adds that “Andrew Hsia, vice chairman of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, said at the conference that the KMT is committed to the political foundation of upholding the 1992 Consensus and opposing ‘Taiwan independence,’ and will promote cross-Strait economic and cultural exchanges and cooperation, while working for cross-Strait peace and stability.”
Andrew Hsia also met with Song Tao, who heads the Taiwan Affairs Office. Xinhua reported:
“Song called for advancing exchanges and cooperation as well as the integrated development across the Taiwan Strait, and promised utmost efforts to meet the needs of Taiwan compatriots and help them overcome difficulties. On the common political foundation of adhering to the 1992 Consensus and opposing ‘Taiwan independence,’ the mainland is willing to strengthen exchanges and mutual trust with the KMT to promote the peaceful development of cross-Strait relations and reunification of the motherland, Song said. Hsia, who is here to attend the 15th Straits Forum, said adhering to the 1992 Consensus and opposing ‘Taiwan independence’ has been the KMT's long-held position. He expressed the hope that the CPC and the KMT will continue to strengthen cooperation, benefit more people at the primary level with cross-Strait exchanges, and jointly contribute to the sound development of cross-Strait relations and the peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.”
Away from this, on the front page today is a feature article talking about the importance of growing farmers’ incomes as a priority outlined by Xi Jinping. It quotes Xi as having said that “We must persist in taking increasing farmers' income as the central task of the work concerning agriculture, rural areas and farmers (the three rurals), and do everything possible to broaden the channels for farmers to increase their income and become rich.” 要坚持把增加农民收入作为‘三农’工作的中心任务，千方百计拓宽农民增收致富渠道. It emphasises that Xi Jinping has “special affection” for farmers. This is underscored through a couple of anecdotes from Xi’s engagements with farmers during his visits to rural areas.
The policies that the piece mentions are:
Industrial revitalization: This covers ensuring the modernisation and increasing the efficiency of agriculture. Also this: “At the central rural work conference held at the end of last year, the general secretary stressed: ‘To promote industrial revitalization, all localities should ponder over the word' local products’.” 在江苏省镇江市先锋村农业园，习近平总书记指出：“现代高效农业是农民致富的好路子。要沿着这个路子走下去，让农业经营有效益，让农业成为有奔头的产业。”在去年底召开的中央农村工作会议上，总书记强调：“各地推动产业振兴，要把‘土特产’这3个字琢磨透.”
Technological advancement and use of technology in agriculture
Linking farmers to establish cooperatives, which create new job opportunities
The piece ends with this:
“In 2022, the per capita disposable income of rural residents reached 20,000 yuan for the first time, and the income ratio of urban and rural residents dropped to 2.45. In the decade of the new era, farmers' income has increased for ten consecutive years, and the income ratio of urban and rural residents has dropped for ten consecutive years.”2022年，农村居民人均可支配收入首次迈上2万元台阶，城乡居民收入比降至2.45。新时代十年，农民收入十连增、城乡居民收入比十连降。
Next, there’s an editorial ahead of the Communist Youth League’s national congress, which is scheduled to be held from June 19 to 22. If you recall, earlier this month, it was reported that A Dong, a former deputy governor and director of the publicity department of Jilin province, had been appointed as the first secretary of the Secretariat of the Communist Youth League’s Central Committee. The editorial today says:
Since the 18th Party Congress, the Central Committee with Xi as the core has “attached great importance to the work of the Communist Youth League and youth, deeply grasped the law of the youth movement in China in the new era, strengthened the Party's leadership over youth work, held the first-ever central conference on the Party’’s work related to mass organisation, issued the first youth development plan in the history of New China, published the first document on the work of the Young Pioneers in the name of the Party Central Committee, deployed reforms in the Communist Youth League, and achieved historic accomplishments in advancing youth work. The General Secretary's important thoughts on youth work have profoundly clarified the status, objectives, tasks, responsibilities and practical requirements of the Party's youth work, and profoundly answered the major directional, overall and strategic questions, such as what kind of youth to cultivate in the new era and how to cultivate them, what kind of Communist Youth League to build, and how to build it. This has raised our Party's understanding of the regularity of youth work to a new height, and pointed out the direction and provided fundamental guidelines for doing the Party's youth work well in the new era.” 党的十八大以来，以习近平同志为核心的党中央高度重视共青团和青少年工作，深刻把握新时代中国青年运动规律，加强党对青年工作的领导，召开党的历史上第一次中央党的群团工作会议，出台新中国历史上第一个青年发展规划，印发党的历史上第一个以党中央名义发布的少先队工作文件，部署共青团改革，推动青年工作取得历史性成就。习近平总书记关于青年工作的重要思想，深刻阐明了党的青年工作的地位作用、目标任务、职责使命、实践要求，深刻回答了新时代培养什么样的青年、怎样培养青年，建设什么样的共青团、怎样建设共青团等方向性、全局性、战略性重大课题，把我们党对青年工作的规律性认识提升到了新的高度，为做好新时代党的青年工作指明了前进方向、提供了根本遵循.
“Over the past five years, the Communist Youth League has adhered to Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era as its guiding ideology, has earnestly implemented General Secretary Xi Jinping's important thoughts on youth work, firmly grasping the fundamental tasks, political responsibilities, and work priorities. The league has also upheld the principle that ‘where the Party flag points, the Youth League flag follows.’ Comprehensive efforts have been made to strengthen political forging of the youth, ensuring that youth deeply imbibe the ideological and political guidance; the mobilisation of the youth to make solid and effective contributions in the new era has achieved new progress in promoting the high-quality development of youth; the league has continued to deepen reforms and achieved significant results in ensuring strict governance and effective management. Consequently, the Party's youth political organisation is radiating fresh brilliance in the new era.” 5年来，共青团坚持以习近平新时代中国特色社会主义思想为指导，认真贯彻落实习近平总书记关于青年工作的重要思想，牢牢把握根本任务、政治责任、工作主线，恪守“党旗所指就是团旗所向”，全方位加强政治锻造，青年思想政治引领入脑入心、动员青年建功新时代扎实有效、推动青年高质量发展取得新进展，自身改革持续向纵深推进，从严管团治团取得明显成效，党的青年政治组织焕发出新的时代光彩.
Then the article outlines the mission of the times for the youth.
“The mission of our times is to unswervingly listen to and obey the Party’s words, embrace dreams and be down-to-earth, dare to think and act and achieve success, and be determined to become a good young man in the new era who has ideals, the courage to take responsibility, can bear hardships and has the willingness to struggle, forge ahead bravely, singing the song of youth on the new journey of building a strong country and national rejuvenation.” 广大青年既面临着难得的建功立业的人生际遇，也面临着“天将降大任于斯人”的时代使命，要坚定不移听党话、跟党走，怀抱梦想又脚踏实地，敢想敢为又善作善成，立志做有理想、敢担当、能吃苦、肯奋斗的新时代好青年，踔厉奋发、勇毅前行，在强国建设、民族复兴的新征程上唱响青春之歌。
The next paragraph calls on the CYL to “arm the entire league and educate the youth with Xi Jinping's Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era.” The CYL should “adhere to educating people for the party, consciously take responsibility, care for the vast number of young people, be brave in self-revolution, and constantly enhance leadership capabilities, organisational capabilities, and service capabilities.” The CYL should always remain “a political school that leads the ideological progress of Chinese youth, the vanguard force that organises the perpetual struggle of Chinese youth, the strongest bridge and bond between the Party and youth, and an advanced organisation that closely follows the Party and is at the forefront of the times.” 共青团要坚持不懈用习近平新时代中国特色社会主义思想武装全团、教育青年，坚持为党育人、自觉担当尽责、心系广大青年、勇于自我革命，不断增强引领力、组织力、服务力，始终成为引领中国青年思想进步的政治学校，始终成为组织中国青年永久奋斗的先锋力量，始终成为党联系青年最为牢固的桥梁纽带，始终成为紧跟党走在时代前列的先进组织.
Page 3: Let’s begin with Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s ongoing visit to China. He landed in Beijing yesterday and will be departing today. So far, he’s had a very long meeting Foreign Minister Qin Gang and another one with Wang Yi on Monday.
The Chinese readout of the Blinken-Qin meeting said:
“Qin pointed out that the China-U.S. relationship is at the lowest point since its establishment. This does not serve the fundamental interests of the two peoples or meet the shared expectations of the international community. China’s policy toward the U.S. remains consistent and stable. It is fundamentally guided by the principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence and win-win cooperation put forward by President Xi Jinping. These principles should also be the spirit jointly upheld, the red line jointly defended and the goal jointly pursued by both sides. China is committed to building a stable, predictable and constructive relationship with the U.S. China hopes that the U.S. will adopt an objective and rational perception of China, work with China in the same direction, uphold the political foundation of China-U.S. relations, and handle unexpected and sporadic events in a calm, professional and rational manner. The two sides should deliver on the common understandings reached by President Xi and President Biden in Bali in letter and spirit, and work to stabilize and steer the relations back to the right track. Qin expounded on China’s firm position and raised clear demands on the Taiwan question and other core interests and major concerns. Qin pointed out that the Taiwan question is the core of China’s core interests, the most consequential issue and the most pronounced risk in the China-U.S. relationship. The Chinese side urged the U.S. side to abide by the one-China principle and the three China-U.S. joint communiqués, and truly deliver on its commitment of not supporting ‘Taiwan independence.’”
“The two sides had candid, in-depth and constructive talks at length on the overall bilateral ties and important issues.
Both sides agreed to jointly implement the important common understandings reached by the two presidents in Bali, effectively manage differences, and advance dialogue, exchanges and cooperation. (Comment: The question is whether the understanding is common?)
Both sides agreed to maintain high-level interactions. Secretary Blinken invited State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin to visit the U.S., and Qin expressed his readiness to make the visit at a mutually convenient time.
Both sides agreed to keep moving forward consultations on the guiding principles of China-U.S. relations. (This idea to arrive at new principles was part of the outcomes from Bali. This is the crux of the issue - can the two sides agree on a new modus vivendi?)
Both sides agreed to continue advancing consultations through the joint working group to address specific issues in the relations. (This should open the door for more higher-level official engagement)
Both sides agreed to encourage more people-to-people and educational exchanges, and had positive discussions on increasing passenger flights between the two countries.
Both sides welcomed more mutual visits by students, scholars and business people, and agreed to provide support and facilitation to this end. (Comment: This was perhaps the most expected outcome after Xi Jinping’s remarks to Bill Gates. Xinhua reported: “You're the first American friend I've met in Beijing this year,’ Xi told Gates, noting that people should travel and communicate more to increase their understanding as the world emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic. ‘The foundation of China-U.S. relations lies in the people. We have always placed our hope on the American people and wish all the best for the friendship between the two peoples,’ Xi said.”)
The two sides also exchanged views on major international and regional issues of mutual interest.”
The US readout said:
“Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held candid, substantive, and constructive talks today with People’s Republic of China (PRC) State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang in Beijing. The Secretary emphasized the importance of diplomacy and maintaining open channels of communication across the full range of issues to reduce the risk of misperception and miscalculation. The Secretary raised a number of issues of concern, as well as opportunities to explore cooperation on shared transnational issues with the PRC where our interests align. The Secretary made clear that the United States will always stand up for the interests and values of the American people and work with its allies and partners to advance our vision for a world that is free, open, and upholds the international rules-based order. The Secretary and State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin also noted the importance of facilitating exchanges between the people of the United States and the PRC. The Secretary invited State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin to Washington to continue the discussions, and they agreed to schedule a reciprocal visit at a mutually suitable time.”
NYT reports: “The talks between Mr. Blinken and Mr. Qin ran five and a half hours, one hour longer than scheduled. The two men and their aides then had a stroll together and a working dinner for two hours, State Department officials said.”
Next, there’s a commentary on the issue of GSI and human rights. This one focuses on the security aspect of Xi Jinping’s letter to the recent Forum on Global Human Rights Governance. Xi had said that “at a time of severe challenges facing the global human rights governance, China stands for safeguarding human rights with security, respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries, calling on all countries to follow the path of peaceful development, and putting into action the Global Security Initiative.”
The article says that GSI provides “a Chinese solution for maintaining a secure environment for human rights protection.”
“The Universal Declaration of Human Rights states: ‘Everyone has the right to liberty and security of person.’ Peace and security are the basic prerequisites for the protection and promotion of human rights. Human rights cannot be discussed without peace and security. At present, global human rights governance is facing severe challenges. One of the salient features is that the threats to world peace and security are on the rise. Regional security hotspots are emerging one after another, local conflicts and turbulence are occurring frequently, and traditional and non-traditional security threats are intertwined and superimposed. The humanitarian crises caused by wars and conflicts in Afghanistan, Syria, Libya and other countries are still continuing, and some countries are determined to provoke confrontation, create contradictions, and intensify conflicts, bringing new security threats to the world.” 《世界人权宣言》指出：“人人有权享有生命、自由和人身安全。”和平与安全是保护和促进人权的基本前提。没有和平与安全，人权无从谈起。当前，全球人权治理面临严峻挑战，突出特征之一是世界和平与安全面临的威胁在上升。地区安全热点问题此起彼伏，局部冲突动荡频频发生，传统和非传统安全威胁交织叠加。战争和冲突给阿富汗、叙利亚、利比亚等国造成的人道主义危机仍在持续，个别国家又执意挑起对抗、制造矛盾、激化冲突，给世界带来新的安全威胁.
After this, the article offers a recap of the evolution of GSI.
“To achieve lasting peace in the world, let every country enjoy a peaceful and stable external environment, let the people of every country live and work in peace and contentment, and fully protect the rights of the people, this is China’s clear proposition. China promotes the implementation of GSI, promotes the establishment of a balanced, effective and sustainable security framework, creates a more peaceful and secure environment for the world, and provides a realistic basis for the protection and realisation of various human rights. On the Ukrainian crisis, China has always stood on the side of peace, insisted on persuading and promoting talks, emphasised the joint improvement of the humanitarian situation in the crisis areas, and provided multiple rounds of humanitarian assistance; China has mediated in the restoration of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran, sparking a ‘tide of reconciliation’ in the Middle East and providing a rare opportunity to alleviate the humanitarian crises in Syria, Yemen, and other countries; China supports the peaceful reconstruction of Afghanistan, provides assistance within its capacity for the reconstruction and development of Afghanistan, and assists in solving the humanitarian and refugee issues in Afghanistan...China’s practical actions to maintain world peace and stability demonstrate its responsibility as a major country in protecting and promoting human rights.” 实现世界持久和平，让每一个国家享有和平稳定的外部环境，让每一个国家的人民都能安居乐业，人民权利得到充分保障，这是中国的鲜明主张。中国推动落实全球安全倡议，推动构建均衡、有效、可持续的安全架构，为世界营造更加和平安全的环境，为各类人权的保护和实现提供了现实基础。在乌克兰危机问题上，中方始终站在和平一边，坚持劝和促谈，强调共同改善危机地区的人道主义状况，并提供了多批人道主义援助；斡旋沙特阿拉伯和伊朗恢复外交关系，带动中东掀起“和解潮”，为缓解叙利亚、也门等国的人道主义危机提供了难得契机；支持阿富汗和平重建，为阿富汗重建发展提供力所能及的帮助，协助解决阿富汗人道和难民问题……中国维护世界和平稳定的切实行动，展现保护和促进人权的大国担当.
Towards the end, the piece says:
“China has always believed that human rights cannot be used as an excuse to interfere in other countries' internal affairs or curb the development of other countries. Human rights issues cannot be politicized, weaponized, or instrumentalized, and peace and stability should not be undermined under the guise of human rights.” 中国始终认为，人权不能成为干涉别国内政、遏制别国发展的借口，人权问题不能被政治化、武器化、工具化，不能打着人权的幌子破坏和平稳定.
Next, there’s a report on Chinese investments in the Jazan industrial cluster in Saudi Arabia. It says that in the cluster, Saudi Aramco is building an oil refinery with a daily output of 400,000 barrels of oil, and the Jazan gas turbine combined-cycle power station is its supporting facility. This project was undertaken by Shandong Electric Power Construction Co., Ltd. and Nuclear Power Engineering Company, a subsidiary of Power Construction Corporation of China. It says that “at present, the construction tasks of all five units of the project have all been completed, and the gas turbine ignition of Unit 4 and the system debugging of Unit 5 are carried out in an orderly manner.”
An official working on the project is quoted as saying that “the project promotes the local economic development in Saudi Arabia by purchasing a large amount of equipment and materials from local suppliers.” Also, “during the peak period of construction, the Jazan Gas Turbine Combined-cycle Power Plant Project recruited more than 300 Saudi employees.” The piece also informs that “refineries and power stations need seawater cooling. This water intake and drainage project is being carried out by China Harbor Engineering Co., Ltd, as the general contractor and CCCC Fourth Harbour Engineering Bureau Co., Ltd as the participant.
Next, there’s a brief report informing that the 2023 EU China Chamber of Commerce China-EU Business Summit Forum was held in Brussels, Belgium on the 16th. More than 100 companies and institutions from China and the EU participated in the meeting to discuss protecting and improving the business environment, green and digital cooperation and other areas. Jens Esklelund, President of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China, sent a video speech. He said that “for many EU enterprises in China, the position of the Chinese market is extremely important, not only because of its large volume, but also because it can stimulate the innovation ability of European enterprises. He said that China's customers are demanding and the market competition is fierce, so EU enterprises must do their best to succeed.” 中国欧盟商会主席延斯·埃斯克隆在视频致辞中说，对于很多在华欧盟企业来说，中国市场的地位极为重要，不仅仅是体量大，还可以激发欧洲企业的创新能力。他说，中国客户要求高，市场竞争激烈，欧盟企业必须倾尽全力才能成功.
Page 6: A report on the 29th Beijing International Book Fair. It says that over the four days of the fair:
“More than 2,500 exhibitors from 56 countries and regions around the world brought more than 200,000 Chinese and foreign books to the Expo. More than 1,000 copyright transactions, reading promotion, cultural exchanges and other activities have attracted more than 200,000 visitors and built a platform for exchanges and cooperation between Chinese and foreign publishing.” 来自全球56个国家和地区的2500余家展商携20多万种中外图书亮相本届图博会。1000多场版权交易、阅读推广、文化交流等活动，在吸引20余万参观者的同时，搭建了中外出版交流合作平台.
This is important because as the article informs, publishing exchanges are about “deepening international cultural exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations.” And if you were wondering who is the best-selling author leading the work to bridge civilisations, then here it is:
Chang Bo, General Manager of the China Publishing Group Co., Ltd., informs that “the publication of themed works has become a new growth point for our group's international expansion.”
“The demand for Chinese-themed publications by foreign readers continues to increase. The copyright for the book ‘Xi Jinping's Stories of Poverty Relief’ has been approved for 42 foreign languages along with the Chinese traditional edition. Versions in Russian, Portuguese, Mongolian, Nepali, French, Italian, and Spanish have already been published, and the English version is planned for global release in the second half of this year. The Chinese edition of ‘Xi Jinping Tells Stories’ has achieved copyright export in 30 foreign languages, and books have been published in 9 languages. Chang Bo said, ‘It is the responsibility of Chinese publishers to tell China's stories, convey China's voice, and provide more and better Chinese wisdom, solutions, and strength to address the common problems faced by humanity’.” “主题出版物已成为集团‘走出去’的新增长点。”中国出版集团有限公司总经理常勃介绍，国外读者对中国主题出版物的需求不断增强，《习近平扶贫故事》输出42个外语语种版权和中文繁体版权。俄文版、葡文版、蒙文版、尼泊尔文版、法文版、意大利文版、西班牙文版已出版，英文版计划于今年下半年在全球出版发行。《习近平讲故事》中文版实现30个外文语种的版权输出，已有9个语种图书出版。“讲好中国故事，传递中国声音，为解决人类面临的共同问题提供更多更好的中国智慧、中国方案、中国力量，是中国出版人的责任。”常勃说.
“At the booth of China International Publishing Group, the multilingual edition of Volume 4 of ‘Xi Jinping: The Governance of China’ stands out. This is the first time that the multilingual edition of Volume 4 of ‘Xi Jinping: The Governance of China’ has been showcased at a large international book fair. The responsible person from the China Foreign Languages Publishing Administration said that recently, the book has been published in eight languages, including French, Russian, Arabic, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Japanese, and Chinese traditional characters, and it is available for distribution both domestically and internationally. The China International Publishing Group has set up a special booth to exhibit important works of General Secretary Xi Jinping, including multilingual editions of The Governance of China, Xi Jinping on BRI…” 在中国外文局的展台上，多语种版本的《习近平谈治国理政》第四卷格外醒目。这是《习近平谈治国理政》第四卷多语种版首次在大型国际书展亮相。中国外文局有关负责人介绍，近日《习近平谈治国理政》第四卷法文、俄文、阿拉伯文、西班牙文、葡萄牙文、德文、日文及中文繁体等8个文版，由外文出版社出版，面向海内外发行。外文局专设习近平总书记重要著作展台，集中展示《习近平谈治国理政》《习近平谈“一带一路”》《摆脱贫困》《之江新语》等重要著作多语种版.
Page 15: Two interesting stories on the international page. First, a report on Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud travelling to Tehran for talks with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.
The PD report says that the two sides “exchanged views on strengthening cooperation between the two countries in the fields of economy, tourism and regional security.” The report adds that as per Iranian media reports, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi met with Faisal on the evening of 17th to discuss bilateral relations and the regional situation. Raisi said during the meeting that combating terrorism and extremism is one of the key areas of cooperation between the two sides.” 阿卜杜拉希扬表示，伊沙就加强两国在经济、旅游等领域的合作以及地区安全问题等交换意见。他感谢沙特对重开伊朗驻沙特使领馆提供的支持。费萨尔表示，随着沙特驻伊朗使领馆近期重新开放，双方外交合作将继续深化。据伊朗媒体报道，伊朗总统莱希17日晚会见费萨尔，就双方关系、地区局势等问题进行讨论。莱希在会见中表示，打击恐怖主义和极端主义是双方合作的重点领域之一.
“On June 6, Iran reopened its embassy and consulate in Saudi Arabia and the kingdom is expected to reopen its diplomatic mission in Tehran ‘soon’, Faisal said. ‘I would like to point out the importance of cooperation between our two countries concerning regional security, especially the security of maritime navigation and waterways,’ Faisal said at a joint news conference with Amir-Abdollahian. The Iranian foreign minister told reporters they had discussed ways of bolstering cooperation in the fields of security, economy, tourism and transportation. Amir-Abdollahian stressed Iran's view that ‘regional security will be ensured by regional actors only ‘without external interference. ‘We voiced our concern about the continuation of war in Sudan and discussed some regional and international topics of interest,’ Amir-Abdollahian said.”
“Raisi, in a statement from his office, said there were ‘no obstacles’ to developing ties with Muslim countries, stressing that ‘regional problems and troubles can be dealt with’ through cooperation and dialogue ‘without foreign interference’. He welcomed the resumption of ties between the two ‘important and influential’ countries of the Muslim world, saying that dialogue and interaction between Teheran and Riyadh benefit the two nations and are necessary in line with good neighborliness.”
Second, a report informing that as per Matias Tombolini, Secretary of Commerce, Argentina, 19% of the country's total imports for April and May was settled in RMB. He also informed that Argentina used the yuan to settle imports from China worth $2.721 billion, and said that the yuan settlement of imports will help improve Argentina's foreign exchange reserves and strengthen the country's ability to control the economic situation. 阿根廷经济部贸易国务秘书马蒂亚斯·通博利尼16日宣布，今年4月和5月，阿根廷使用人民币结算的进口额达该国这两月总进口额的19%。通博利尼当天通过社交媒体发文说，在4月和5月，阿根廷使用人民币结算了来自中国的价值27.21亿美元的进口商品，并表示以人民币结算进口商品有助于改善阿根廷外汇储备情况，增强该国对经济形势的调控能力.