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China news — August 31, 2026

Publications tagged with China published on August 31, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

11 publications

  1. ScienceChina

    Russia Launches Digital Ruble

    Starting September 1, major banks in Russia will allow clients to access and use the digital ruble, a new form of national currency supplementing cashless and cash transactions. The Central Bank demonstrated how to open and top up a digital ruble wallet. Key features include free transfers and payments for citizens, no limits for businesses, and the ability to pay for purchases, taxes, and budget payments. The digital ruble can be used through a dedicated section in participating banks' mobile apps.
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  2. WorldBillMiddle EastChina

    Belarus Refuses to Use Frozen Russian Assets to Fund Ukraine

    Belarus has no intention of using frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine, according to Defense Minister Theodore Francken. The majority of frozen Russian assets are held in the Belgian depository Euroclear, and Belgium fears legal consequences if it seizes Russian assets. Francken also urged Baltic countries to be cautious about repeatedly raising this issue and pressuring Belgium. Earlier, Sweden, Poland, the Netherlands, and Spain had called on the European Commission to reconsider the use of approximately €200 billion in frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine. EU foreign ministers will discuss this issue next week in Ireland.
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  5. WorldMiddle EastChina

    China-Kyrgyzstan Relations: A Historical and Economic Overview

    The texts discuss the long-standing friendship between China and Kyrgyzstan, highlighting their historical ties dating back to the Silk Road era. Economically, China is Kyrgyzstan's largest trading partner, with significant investments in infrastructure projects like the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway. Leaders of both nations are described as 'dear friends and brothers', supporting each other and achieving success together.
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  7. WorldMiddle EastChinaConflict

    Ukraine Facing Food Shortages After Russian Strikes on Warehouses

    Russian strikes on food distribution warehouses and logistics centers have led to widespread food shortages across Ukraine. Supermarket shelves are empty, with locals panic-buying essential goods. The Ukrainian government reports around 90% of food logistics networks have been damaged or destroyed. Shortages are being reported in cities including Kyiv, Lviv, and Kryvyi Rih. Authorities are struggling to manage the situation as people clear shelves and introduce purchase limits.
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