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Prototype of the world's fastest CR450 high-speed train, one of China's super projects in the next 5 years. Photo: Xinhua.

China announces series of mega projects in new 5-year plan

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Developing the fastest high-speed train in the world, C929 long-range wide-body aircraft... are super projects of China in the new 5-year plan.

Russian artillery attacks Ukrainian strongholds. Photo: Russian Ministry of Defense

Russia focuses on attacking energy sources of the Ukrainian army

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On March 7, Russia launched a large-scale attack targeting defense industry enterprises and energy facilities serving the Ukrainian army.

Production of Russian oil and gas at Rosneft's Yuzhno-Surgutskoye field. Photo: TASS

Russian oil unexpectedly in high demand as Iran war squeezes supply

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Russian oil and gas demand suddenly surged as Iranian war disrupts energy flow through the Strait of Hormuz to the world.

Ecuadorian soldiers patrol outside the Cuban Embassy in Quito on March 4. Photo: AFP

Cuba closes Embassy in Ecuador after 48-hour ultimatum

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Cuba closed its Embassy in Quito after Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa expelled Cuban diplomats.

Special Envoy of the Russian President for Investment and Economic Cooperation cum CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) Kirill Dmitriev. Photo: TASS

Russia - US exchange views on easing sanctions as Middle East crisis pushes oil prices soaring

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Moscow and Washington are discussing the possibility of easing sanctions on Russian oil.