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08:46:45

[US International Flight Returns Due to Engine Failure] The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said on the 13th that a United Airlines passenger plane was forced to return to Washington Dulles International Airport shortly after takeoff due to an engine failure. No injuries were reported. The FAA stated that United Airlines Flight 803, bound for Tokyo, Japan, experienced an engine failure during takeoff that afternoon, forcing it to return and land safely. A United Airlines spokesperson said that none of the 275 passengers and 15 crew members on board were injured. (Xinhua)

08:46:34

[my country's Natural Gas Production to Reach 300 Billion Cubic Meters by 2030] The "Report on the Achievements of China's Oil and Gas Industry during the 14th Five-Year Plan Period" shows that China is accelerating towards a new stage of modern oil and gas industry development, with an increasingly diversified and balanced energy structure. my country's natural gas production is projected to reach 300 billion cubic meters by 2030. The report indicates that during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, my country's cumulative proven geological reserves of oil reached 7 billion tons and natural gas reached 7 trillion cubic meters, representing increases of approximately 43% and 40% respectively compared to the 13th Five-Year Plan period, setting a new historical record for oil and gas production. The report predicts that over the next decade, my country's energy structure will exhibit characteristics of "reduced coal consumption, stable oil and gas reserves, and increased non-fossil fuels." By 2060, the proportions of fossil fuels, hydropower and nuclear power, wind power, and solar power in my country's energy mix will be 23%, 19%, 25%, and 30%, respectively. (CCTV News)

08:46:23

[Henan's annual wind and solar power generation exceeds 100 billion kilowatt-hours for the first time] According to Henan Daily, on December 12, reporters learned from the State Grid Henan Electric Power Company that as of December 5, the cumulative annual power generation of wind and solar energy in Henan Province exceeded 100 billion kilowatt-hours for the first time, reaching 100.1 billion kilowatt-hours, a year-on-year increase of 22.5%, accounting for 28.7% of the total power generation of the entire grid, an increase of 4.2 percentage points year-on-year.

05:53:20

Brown University in Rhode Island has issued an emergency alert, stating that an active gunman has been spotted on campus and multiple victims have been reported.

04:36:11

Previously, Trump threatened to impose a 5% tariff, but now the United States and Mexico have reached an agreement to resolve the water dispute in the Rio Grande Basin (bordering Texas). Starting December 15, Mexico will supply an additional 202,000 acre-feet of water to the United States. The agreement seeks to “strengthen water management in the Rio Grande Basin” in accordance with the framework of the 1944 Water Treaty.

04:22:57

U.S. Transportation Secretary Duffy stated that the engine of United Airlines Flight 803 experienced a malfunction and caught fire. The flight returned to the airport and landed safely. Current information indicates that no one on board was injured.

04:14:38

On Saturday afternoon, United Airlines Flight 803, a Boeing 777-200 bound for Tokyo, experienced an engine failure during takeoff and was forced to return to Dulles International Airport in northern Virginia. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) stated that it would investigate the flight. A United Airlines spokesperson said the flight landed shortly after takeoff due to a loss of power in one engine. No injuries were reported among the 275 passengers and 15 crew members on board. The company planned to use another aircraft to resume the flight later on Saturday.

03:37:12

According to CCTV International News, at noon local time on December 13, a United Airlines Boeing 777-200 aircraft, UA803, en route from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport, reportedly encountered an engine problem during takeoff. It is speculated that debris or flames from the engine malfunction during takeoff ignited bushes along the runway. The aircraft then flew over Fredericksburg, Virginia, to dump fuel before returning to Washington. There were reportedly no injuries on board. The runway has been closed, and the cause of the incident is still under investigation.

03:27:47

United Airlines Flight 803 returned to Washington Dulles International Airport shortly after takeoff due to a problem with one of its engines losing power and landed safely. No injuries were reported.

03:06:24

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he would hold talks with representatives from the United States and Europe on the issue of peace.

03:05:20

US President Trump stated that ISIS launched an attack on the US and Syria in an extremely dangerous area of Syria, and that there would be very severe retaliatory actions.

02:52:51

The runway was closed due to an accident at Dulles Airport.

02:52:49

The Federal Aviation Administration will investigate United Airlines Flight 803, which crashed on Saturday.

02:50:42

Zelenskyy stated that the time is ripe to reach a peace agreement that is in Ukraine's interest, and he will discuss a political agreement with US President Trump aimed at ending the conflict.

02:47:34

US President Trump expressed his condolences for the three great patriots who died in the ambush in Syria and declared that the United States would retaliate if US troops were attacked again.

02:46:31

US President Trump said they would retaliate against ISIS.

02:39:15

According to Politico, Italy, Belgium, Malta, and Bulgaria have called on the European Commission and the Council of the European Union to seek alternatives to stop seizing Russian assets frozen to provide loans to Kyiv. A document obtained by the media outlet states that they "call on the European Commission and the Council of the European Union to continue to study and discuss alternatives that comply with EU and international law, have predictable parameters, and significantly reduce risks to meet Ukraine's financial needs."

02:26:45

A spokesperson for the Syrian Interior Ministry confirmed that the attack was carried out by members of the security forces who held extremist ideologies.

02:12:59

The Syrian Interior Ministry stated that the attacker did not hold a leadership position in the security forces, but did not specify whether he was a rank-and-file member.

02:06:45

Three Syrian officials said the men who attacked Syrian and U.S. troops were members of the Syrian security forces.

01:28:19

On December 13, 2025, the Shangrao City Fire and Rescue Brigade in Jiangxi Province issued a fire report stating that at 21:28 on December 13, 2025, a fire broke out in a wooden landscape area on the mountainside of Wangxiangu Scenic Area in Guangxin District, Shangrao City, which was not open to the public. Fire and rescue forces rushed to the scene immediately and the fire was brought under control at 23:20. There were no casualties. The cause of the fire and subsequent handling are being carried out in an orderly manner.

01:14:44

U.S. Special Envoy for Belarus John Cole said Belarusian President Lukashenko has agreed to do everything in his power to prevent weather balloons from flying into Lithuania.

00:47:27

U.S. Defense Secretary Hergsays said the attackers had been killed by cooperating forces.

00:43:17

According to the U.S. Department of Defense, two U.S. Army soldiers and one U.S. civilian translator were killed in Syria, while three others were wounded.

00:42:12

The Israeli military stated that it has suspended planned strikes against a location in southern Lebanon at the request of the Lebanese army.

00:26:34

According to AFP, an airstrike on the UN building in Sudan has killed at least six people.

00:17:13

Honda plans to import Ridgeline pickup trucks and Passport SUVs manufactured in the United States to Japan.

23:30:36

Twenty U.S. states have filed lawsuits seeking to overturn the $100,000 H-1B visa fee imposed by President Trump.

23:29:32

Hamas demanded that the mediators and guarantor states fulfill their responsibilities regarding the occupying party's violations and take action to restrain the occupying government.

23:15:55

According to the New York Post, Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner has been in talks with Apollo Global Management and KKR Group regarding the reconstruction of Ukraine.

22:56:59

The Ukrainian POW Reconciliation Center stated that Belarus has transferred 114 civilians to Ukraine, including Ukrainian and Belarusian citizens.

22:42:24

According to Israeli media reports, Israel killed Raed Saad, a senior Hamas commander, in an attack in the Gaza Strip.

22:31:26

According to the U.S. Embassy in Lithuania, nine prisoners, including Nobel laureate Ales Bialyatsky, have been transferred from Belarus to Vilnius. Other prisoners are being transferred from Belarus to Ukraine, and Maria Kalesnikova will not be traveling to Vilnius.

22:25:53

Palestinian media reports that an Israeli airstrike on a car west of Gaza City has killed four people and injured more than 20.

22:07:06

EXOR Group rejected Tether's offer to acquire Juventus shares and reiterated its intention not to sell Juventus shares.

21:53:30

Great Wall Motors issued a statement expressing its active response to the "Guidelines for Price Behavior Compliance in the Automotive Industry," pledging to adhere to compliance bottom lines, uphold transparent pricing, eliminate price fraud, and promote the healthy and orderly development of the industry through long-termism and honest operation. The company pledged to comprehensively review and continuously strengthen its internal price compliance management system, deeply integrating compliance requirements into all business processes, including product pricing, sales promotion, and channel management. It will strictly enforce transparent pricing, resolutely eliminate all illegal and irregular activities such as dumping below cost, price fraud, and false advertising, and protect the legitimate rights and interests of consumers.

21:51:23

According to reports from RIA Novosti and other media outlets, diplomatic sources revealed that the European External Action Service has sent guidelines to the permanent missions of relevant countries to the United Nations Office at Geneva regarding communication with Russian diplomats. The guidelines suggest avoiding events involving Russian diplomats, and if unavoidable, avoiding being seen in the same frame as them. On the 13th, Zakharova posted on social media that the EU's withdrawal from the UN while Russia remains a member was a "wise move," and jokingly suggested that Brussels issue a statement that the European Commission should leave the planet as long as Russians exist, adding that Russia could provide rockets for this purpose.

21:51:20

On the 13th local time, US-Syrian joint forces were attacked near the city of Palmyra in central Syria, resulting in injuries. Sources from the Syrian regime's security services said the attack injured two members of the security forces and several US troops, and the gunman was killed. There is currently no further information about the attack.

21:46:07

French Minister of Agriculture, Agro-Food and Food Sovereignty Anne Gennaval stated on the 13th that France will vaccinate nearly one million cattle against bovine dermatitis in the coming weeks, while maintaining its policy of culling entire herds. In an interview with a local French radio channel, Gennaval stated that vaccination is mandatory, while emphasizing that because bovine dermatitis can be asymptomatic and difficult to detect, culling entire herds is "still necessary" in some cases. The French government will provide assistance to affected farmers, promising compensation for their losses and business losses.

21:41:55

The U.S. Embassy in Vilnius stated that the United States is prepared to "engage in more contacts with Belarus aimed at advancing U.S. interests."

21:40:51

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that five Ukrainians have been released as part of a Belarusian amnesty program.

21:35:31

According to Hainan News, on December 13, the Hainan Provincial Government and the State Energy Investment Corporation signed a comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement in Haikou. The two sides will focus on the strategic positioning of building "three zones and one center" and "strengthening in five directions" to deepen strategic cooperation in clean energy, ports, shipping, green new materials, energy storage, and financial services, promote the landing of related industries in Hainan, and help build the Hainan Free Trade Port to a high standard.

21:28:12

Opposition politician Maria Kolesnikova has been released by Belarusian authorities.

21:28:11

The Belarusian presidential telegraph channel reported that, as part of an agreement with the United States, Lukashenko pardoned 123 prisoners.

21:28:09

Syrian media reported that several US soldiers were wounded after artillery fire struck central Syria.

21:12:37

The Israel Defense Forces said it would soon launch an attack on Hezbollah strongholds in southern Lebanon.

21:06:18

According to an Israeli military spokesperson, the Israeli military issued an evacuation warning before launching an attack on a village in southern Lebanon.

20:48:23

On August 12, the Fujian Bureau of the National Mine Safety Administration released the "Investigation Report on the '8.21' Major Gas Explosion Accident at the Shuijingkeng Coal Mine of Fujian Sanming Guangfeng Mining Co., Ltd." The report shows that at 20:01 on August 21, 2025, a major gas explosion accident occurred at the Shuijingkeng Coal Mine of Fujian Sanming Guangfeng Mining Co., Ltd., resulting in 7 deaths, 1 minor injury, and direct economic losses of approximately 9.26 million yuan. The investigation determined that the accident was a production safety liability accident caused by inadequate ventilation and gas management, encountering geological structures at the tunneling face, a large amount of roof coal collapsing, a large amount of gas surging out and accumulating, and workers violating regulations by lighting fires and smoking. The accident investigation team put forward disciplinary opinions and recommendations for 31 responsible persons and relevant responsible units.

20:20:09

On the 13th local time, Baritsky, the head of the Zaporizhia region appointed by Russia, stated that two external power transmission lines were simultaneously disconnected in the early hours of the day, causing the Zaporizhia nuclear power plant to lose its external power supply. During this period, the backup diesel generators started automatically, all systems operated normally, and no incidents were recorded that could have disrupted the safe operation of the nuclear power plant. Currently, the external power supply to the Zaporizhia nuclear power plant has been fully restored, the backup diesel generators have entered standby mode, all safety systems are operating normally, radiation levels are within normal range, and relevant departments are investigating the cause of the external power transmission line disconnection.

20:02:25

At the National Development and Reform Commission's conference on development and reform, it was emphasized that reforms should be further deepened in all aspects. Specifically, this includes studying and formulating regulations for the construction of a unified national market, coordinating and promoting integrated reforms of "access, scenarios, and factors," continuing to address key issues in investment promotion and bidding to resolutely break down all kinds of barriers and obstacles, and further developing the private economy with greater efforts and vigorously promoting the construction of supporting systems for the Law on the Promotion of the Private Economy.

20:02:22

EU countries have agreed on fisheries quotas for 2026 to avoid imposing stricter restrictions on the Mediterranean region.

20:02:20

According to real-time data from Lighthouse Pro, as of 7:18 PM on December 13, the box office of the film "Zootopia 2" has exceeded 3.4 billion yuan.

20:02:18

Ahead of the European summit, the United States and Ukraine will hold discussions in Berlin on a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine.

20:02:11

On December 13, Chery Automobile issued a statement expressing its firm support for the "Guidelines on Compliance of Pricing Behavior in the Automotive Industry" and its commitment to promoting high-quality development. Chery consistently upholds a long-term perspective, opposes price wars and "involutionary" competition, and will actively respond to the spirit of the Guidelines. It will comprehensively review pricing behavior across the entire supply chain, continuously strengthen compliance management and system construction, and promise to ensure transparent pricing, oppose any form of price fraud and manipulation, return competition to its value creation roots, oppose any malicious competition that disrupts the healthy ecosystem of the industry, deepen cooperation through compliance, and encourage partners to implement the spirit of the Guidelines to jointly maintain a healthy market ecosystem.

20:02:02

On December 13 local time, a serious traffic accident occurred in Bor, eastern Serbia, where six cars fell into a river, some of which overturned. All the vehicles involved were severely damaged. Firefighters have rescued 10 people from the vehicles. The cause of the accident is currently unknown.

20:01:59

This week, the net outflow of main funds in the market totaled 177.912 billion yuan. The power grid equipment and other power equipment II sectors saw the largest net inflows of funds, with Dongshan Precision and Shenghong Technology being the top performers.

19:51:51

According to real-time data from Lighthouse Pro, as of 7:18 PM on December 13, the box office of the film "Zootopia 2" has exceeded 3.4 billion yuan.

19:51:12

Belarusian state media reported that US Special Envoy Cole stated that the US has lifted sanctions against Belarusian potash fertilizer. He added that more sanctions will be lifted as relations normalize.

19:50:16

[First Bonded Repair Business Transaction Completed Outside Special Customs Supervision Zone in Hainan Free Trade Port] According to Haikou Customs, the registration of the bonded repair ledger and the declaration of the import manifest for a marine engine were recently approved at Yecheng Customs, a branch of Haikou Customs, and the customs declaration was successfully completed at Macun Port Customs, also a branch of Haikou Customs. This marks the first bonded repair business transaction outside the special customs supervision zone in the Hainan Free Trade Port, signifying a further expansion of the policy's scope of application. (Xinhua News Agency)

19:16:18

[National Development and Reform Commission: Further Deepen Comprehensive Reform and Develop the Private Economy with Greater Efforts] The National Development and Reform Work Conference emphasized further deepening comprehensive reform. It called for studying and formulating regulations for the construction of a unified national market, and coordinating the integrated reform of "access, scenarios, and factors." It stressed continuing to address key issues in investment attraction and bidding, resolutely breaking down all kinds of barriers and obstacles. It also called for greater efforts to develop the private economy and vigorously promote the development of supporting systems for the Law on the Promotion of the Private Economy.

19:15:54

[Multiple Measures to Promote Steady Progress and Improved Efficiency in my country's Economy Next Year] According to the National Development and Reform Commission, macroeconomic regulation will be proactive next year, with strengthened expectation management and a series of new measures to promote steady progress and improved efficiency in the economy. Regarding consumption, the "two new" policies will be optimized and implemented, actively expanding service consumption and promoting the upgrading of the supply of life services such as elderly care, childcare, and domestic services. Regarding investment, the role of various government investment funds, such as those for major construction projects, will be fully utilized, the scale of central budgetary investment will be appropriately increased, and investment efficiency will be continuously improved; several measures to promote private investment will be implemented in depth to effectively stimulate private investment vitality. In developing new growth drivers, emerging and future industries will be vigorously cultivated and strengthened, the "artificial intelligence+" action will be deepened and expanded, the shortcomings of the science and technology service industry will be addressed, and the low-altitude economy industrial ecosystem will be improved. Looking ahead to the next five years, the "15th Five-Year Plan" will be formulated and implemented with high quality, and a number of major engineering projects will be planned and implemented to ensure a good start to the "15th Five-Year Plan." (CCTV News)

18:44:33

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA): Due to the impact of large-scale military operations on the power grid, the Zaporizhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) in Ukraine temporarily lost all external power last night.

18:44:15

Turkish President Erdogan: Peace is within reach; the Black Sea should not be used as a battlefield; safe navigation is essential.

18:42:25

[US Flu Activity Rise, Approximately 2.9 Million Infections] The latest estimates from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that there have been approximately 2.9 million flu cases in the US this flu season, including about 30,000 hospitalizations and 1,200 deaths. According to the CDC, the US flu season has just begun, with the H3N2 subtype of influenza A virus being the most prevalent circulating strain. Flu activity levels continue to rise in most parts of the country. (Xinhua)

18:41:16

[India Approves Power Plants to Export Surplus Coal, Policy Shift Signals Increased Production and Exports] ⑴ On December 12, the Indian Cabinet approved a new policy allowing power plants with surplus domestic coal stocks to export coal. This move is seen by local media as paving the way for further Indian coal exports. ⑵ Under the new regulations, Indian power plants with coal quotas can export up to 50% of their quotas and can flexibly allocate coal among group companies. ⑶ The Indian Cabinet also approved expanding the use of coal resources acquired through commercial auctions to a wider range of industrial sectors. Previously, such coal was only permitted for use in specific manufacturing industries such as cement and steel. ⑷ This policy shift indicates that India, while ensuring domestic energy security, is seeking more flexible use of its coal resources and may play a more active role in the international coal market.

17:21:54

[Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries President Yang Wanming Visits Sri Lanka] From December 11 to 13, Yang Wanming, President of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, led a delegation to Sri Lanka at the invitation of the Sri Lankan government. He met separately with Ratnayake, member of the Political Bureau of the People's Liberation Front, Chairman of the Sri Lankan Parliament's China Friendship Group, and Minister of Transport, Roads and Urban Development; Herat, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism; Gamag, Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports; and Bartaza, Mayor of Colombo. He also held a collective discussion with Abeysekera, President of the Sri Lanka-China Social and Cultural Cooperation Association, and other leaders of Sri Lankan friendship organizations regarding deepening people-to-people exchanges between China and Sri Lanka. The Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries expressed its willingness to provide assistance to these organizations to the best of its ability, supporting Sri Lanka's flood relief and reconstruction efforts. All parties expressed their commitment to jointly implementing the important consensus reached by President Xi Jinping and President Disanayake, promoting people-to-people, local, cultural, and youth exchanges between China and Sri Lanka, and continuously advancing the strategic cooperative partnership of sincere mutual assistance and lasting friendship between the two countries. (Xinhua)

16:43:34

[Is the British Political Landscape Changing? Reform Party Claims to Surpass Labour as the Largest Party] ⑴ According to a report on the website of the British Daily Telegraph on December 12, leaked data shows that the Labour Party's membership has fallen below 250,000, while the Reform Party itself reports nearly 269,000 members, thus claiming to have surpassed Labour to become the largest political party in Britain. ⑵ Reform Party leader Nigel Farage stated that this is a huge milestone for the party and declared that "the era of two-party politics is over." ⑶ If this data is accurate, it represents another major blow to the Labour Party led by Keir Starmer, reflecting the potential challenge to the influence of traditional mainstream political parties in Britain from emerging political forces. ⑷ The Reform Party is known for its emphasis on sovereignty and immigration control policies; its rising influence may further reshape British political issues and the election landscape.

16:42:26

[Trump Signs Executive Order to Unify AI Regulations at the Federal Level] US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on March 11 to unify regulations for artificial intelligence (AI) at the federal level, limiting the number of states that can formulate their own rules. The executive order states that for AI companies in the US to succeed, they must be able to innovate freely without being constrained by cumbersome regulations, but "excessive state-level regulation" hinders this goal. The order points out that the current practice of each state formulating its own regulations inevitably results in a patchwork of 50 different regulatory systems, making compliance more difficult, especially for startups. The executive order aims to establish a national standard with the "least burdensome" regulations. The order also requires the Attorney General to establish a special task force on AI litigation, whose "sole responsibility" is to challenge state AI laws that conflict with this executive order. (Xinhua)

16:41:59

[British and Belgian leaders meet in Ukraine, discussing the use of frozen Russian assets to meet Ukraine's financial needs] ⑴ British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Belgian Prime Minister David Dwever met in London on the 12th, agreeing to establish closer cooperation on a range of shared priorities, including immigration, security, and economic growth. ⑵ The two leaders focused on the latest developments in the peace negotiations on Ukraine, agreeing that this is a crucial moment that will determine Ukraine's future. ⑶ They discussed working with other European countries, including options such as utilizing frozen Russian assets to meet Ukraine's financial needs. ⑷ The two leaders agreed to continue close cooperation on this issue and jointly promote progress in related work.

14:52:25

[US Pressure on Venezuela Escalates, Shifting from Oil Sanctions to Threats of Ground Operations] ⑴ US President Trump on the 12th again threatened the Venezuelan government, declaring that he would launch a ground operation against the country's drug cartels "soon," emphasizing that land operations are relatively easy to execute. ⑵ Trump stated that the US has blocked 96% of drugs attempting to illegally enter the US, and the focus of the next operation will shift to ground operations. He had previously threatened to expand the crackdown on Venezuelan drug cartels from the sea to land. ⑶ In response, Venezuelan Defense Minister López accused the US on the same day of attempting to blockade the Caribbean region to seize natural resources, and stated that Venezuela was resisting. ⑷ These remarks mark a new trend in US pressure on Venezuela, shifting from primarily economic means such as sanctions and seizures of oil to more direct and overt threats of military action, exacerbating regional tensions.

14:51:00

[Ministry of Finance: Develop New Productive Forces According to Local Conditions, and Deepen the Construction of a Unified National Market] On December 12, Lan Fo'an, Secretary of the Party Group and Minister of the Ministry of Finance, chaired a Party Group meeting to convey and study the spirit of the Central Economic Work Conference and to study the implementation work of the finance department. The meeting pointed out that to do a good job in fiscal work next year, it is necessary to take Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era as guidance, thoroughly implement the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China and its subsequent plenary sessions, fully and accurately implement the new development concept, accelerate the construction of a new development pattern, focus on promoting high-quality development, adhere to the general principle of seeking progress while maintaining stability, better coordinate domestic economic work and international economic and trade struggles, better coordinate development and security, continue to implement a more proactive fiscal policy, support the continuous expansion of domestic demand and optimization of supply, optimize incremental growth and revitalize existing assets, develop new productive forces according to local conditions, deepen the construction of a unified national market, continuously prevent and resolve risks in key areas, focus on stabilizing employment, enterprises, markets, and expectations, promote the effective improvement of economic quality and reasonable growth in quantity, promote social harmony and stability, and achieve a good start to the "15th Five-Year Plan".

14:50:49

[Ministry of Finance: Increase Counter-cyclical and Cross-cyclical Adjustments to Enhance Macroeconomic Governance Effectiveness] On December 12, Lan Fo'an, Secretary of the Party Group and Minister of Finance, chaired a Party Group meeting to convey and study the spirit of the Central Economic Work Conference and to study the implementation work of the finance department. The meeting pointed out that, in accordance with the arrangements of the Central Economic Work Conference, next year's policy orientation should adhere to the principle of seeking progress while maintaining stability, improving quality and efficiency, leveraging the integrated effect of existing and new policies, increasing counter-cyclical and cross-cyclical adjustments, and enhancing macroeconomic governance effectiveness. The finance department should accurately grasp the overall requirements and policy orientation of next year's economic work, maintain the necessary fiscal deficit, total debt scale, and total expenditure, and improve the precision and effectiveness of policies. It should make full use of various types of government bond funds, issue ultra-long-term special treasury bonds, and continue to support the construction of "two major projects" and "two new initiatives." It should support the optimization of the implementation of "two new" policies, make good use of the "double interest subsidy" policy for personal consumer loans and loans to service industry operators, and vigorously support the implementation of special actions to boost consumption. The scale of central government budgetary investment will be appropriately increased, the implementation of key projects will be optimized, and the management of local government special bonds will be improved to better leverage the driving effect of government investment and promote the stabilization of investment. Scientific fiscal management will be strengthened, the structure of fiscal expenditures will be optimized, and tax incentives and fiscal subsidies will be standardized. Coordination between fiscal and financial policies will be strengthened to ensure they work in the same direction and form a synergy. Addressing local fiscal difficulties will be prioritized, and the bottom line of basic public services at the grassroots level will be firmly secured. Local government debt risks will be actively and orderly resolved, and local governments will be urged to proactively reduce debt, while strictly prohibiting the creation of new hidden debt in violation of regulations. Financial discipline will be strictly enforced, and Party and government organs must adhere to austerity measures. A sound expectation management mechanism will be established to boost social confidence. Planning and implementation of next year's fiscal work should be carried out early and in detail to further improve the effectiveness of fiscal macro-control and effectively promote the sustained and healthy development of the economy and society.

14:43:23

The Central Bank of Türkiye lowered the maximum interest rate on some credit card debts.

14:42:56

[Japan's House of Representatives Seat Reduction Bill Stalls, Casting a Shadow on Reform Prospects] ⑴ According to a report on the 13th, the Japanese House of Representatives has not yet entered the formal deliberation stage on a bill aimed at reducing the number of seats in the House of Representatives. ⑵ The bill aims to reduce the number of seats in the House of Representatives by at least 10%, or at least 45 seats, and plans to reach a conclusion within one year through discussions among all parties. ⑶ Some analysts point out that given the current sluggish progress of the bill's deliberation process, its prospects for eventual passage are not optimistic. ⑷ This situation reflects the resistance and complexity faced by the Japanese political establishment in promoting political and electoral system reforms, and the progress on related issues may be slower than expected.

14:42:04

[Shenzhen Metro Launches Smart Guide Dog Service] On the morning of December 13th, Shenzhen Metro launched its first pilot smart guide dog, "Xiao Suan," at the Huangmugang Transportation Hub, providing new technological convenience for visually impaired passengers. This is a first in the global rail transit industry. At the Huangmugang Hub demonstration site, this smart guide dog, integrating multimodal 3D voxel neural network composite sensing technology, indoor and outdoor integrated planning and control technology, and a large visual language model, can autonomously complete core functions such as path planning, precise navigation, intelligent obstacle avoidance, tactile paving, voice interaction, and visual recognition based on verbal commands from visually impaired passengers. It guides passengers to their destination service points independently, showcasing the warmth of Shenzhen through technological innovation. (Shenzhen Special Zone Daily)

13:38:05

Forex Market Report: The dollar's defenses crumbled after three weeks, the euro is on the verge of collapse, and the pound sterling retreated after being ambushed by data. Details>

13:31:39

[Tax Uncertainty Weighs on UK Economy, Consumer Confidence Drags Down Retail Sales] ⑴ Latest data shows that the UK economy contracted by 0.1% month-on-month in October, continuing the downward trend since the summer. Market analysts believe that the uncertainty surrounding the fiscal budget is one of the dragging factors. ⑵ London pub owner Steve Om's observations confirm this, stating that consumption slowed significantly before the budget announcement, with people "tightening their purse strings" as they awaited potential adjustments to personal income tax. ⑶ Analysis points out that the economic slowdown is partly due to specific industry issues such as the continued production disruptions at Jaguar Land Rover, but the uncertainty surrounding Chancellor Reeves' budget has indeed played a significant role. ⑷ Currently, it is the traditional Western holiday shopping season, which is usually a golden period for the retail industry. However, against the backdrop of high tax burdens and future policy uncertainty, consumers have become more frugal and cautious in their spending. ⑸ Industry insiders believe that the retail industry is facing a challenging period, and the recovery of consumer confidence will depend on the clarity of future fiscal policies and changes in personal disposable income.

13:30:57

[US Treasury Yield Curve Steepens, Tug-of-War Between Inflation and Growth Escalates] ⑴ The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note rose 5.1 basis points to 4.192% on Friday, rebounding after two consecutive days of decline. The yield gained more than 5 basis points this week and is poised for its second consecutive week of increases. ⑵ The 2-year yield, closely linked to interest rate expectations, fell slightly by 0.6 basis points to 3.524%, a drop of about 4 basis points this week, diverging from the longer-term trend. ⑶ This change widened the spread between the 2-year and 10-year yields to approximately 66.8 basis points, the widest level since April 9th. The curve exhibits a typical "bear steepening" pattern, where long-term interest rates rise faster than short-term rates. ⑷ Market analysts believe the "bear steepening" reflects investors' repricing of next year's economic growth prospects and expectations of continued inflation. Many expect large-scale tax cuts and spending bills to boost the economy next year. (5) The 30-year Treasury yield jumped 6.9 basis points to 4.859%, rising nearly 6.7 basis points this week, and is on track for its second consecutive week of gains, indicating significant selling pressure on long-term bonds. (6) Concerns about inflation within the Federal Reserve are a key factor influencing the market. Officials who voted against rate cuts emphasized that inflation remains too high, and the government shutdown has resulted in a lack of key data, increasing policy uncertainty. (7) Regarding inflation expectations, the break-even yield on 5-year Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) closed at 2.325%, while the 10-year yield was 2.275%, indicating that the market believes the long-term average annual inflation rate will be around 2.3%, still higher than the Fed's target.

13:15:01

Oil prices experienced a "geopolitical scare" in a single day, with a 4% weekly drop revealing the main battleground for short sellers. Details>

12:27:16

[China Economic Annual Conference: Expanding Green Electricity Applications and Accelerating the Construction of a New Energy System Next Year] Today (the 13th), at the 2025-2026 China Economic Annual Conference held at the China Center for International Economic Exchanges, Han Wenxiu, Deputy Director of the Central Financial and Economic Affairs Commission and Director of the Central Rural Work Leading Group, stated that next year will be the first year of the comprehensive shift from dual control of energy consumption to dual control of carbon emissions. He emphasized the need to adhere to the "dual carbon" approach and promote a comprehensive green transformation. Han Wenxiu stated that green development is the foundation of high-quality development. He called for the formulation of a planning outline for building a strong energy nation, accelerating the construction of a new energy system, strengthening the clean and efficient utilization of fossil energy, and expanding the application of green electricity. Next year will be the first year of the comprehensive shift from dual control of energy consumption to dual control of carbon emissions. He stressed the need to actively and steadily promote carbon peaking, deepen energy-saving and carbon-reduction transformation in key industries, strengthen the construction of the national carbon emission trading market, cultivate new growth points such as hydrogen energy and green fuels, and build a number of zero-carbon industrial parks and zero-carbon factories. (CCTV News)

12:26:57

[US Officials Say International Stabilization Force in Gaza Could Deploy as Early as Next Month] Two US officials stated on December 12th that the UN-authorized International Stabilization Force in Gaza could be deployed as early as next month, but the method for disarming Hamas remains unclear. The force will not fight Hamas; its size, composition, and rules of engagement are still being determined. The US Central Command will hold a meeting in Doha on December 16th, with representatives from over 25 countries expected to attend, to discuss the command structure and operational plans for the International Stabilization Force in Gaza. (CCTV News)

12:13:37

[Kuaizhou-11 Y8 Carrier Rocket Successfully Launched] At 9:08 a.m. on December 13, the Kuaizhou-11 Y8 carrier rocket was launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, successfully sending the Dier-5 space experiment spacecraft and the Hope-5 Phase II satellite into orbit. The flight test mission was a success. (Xinhua)

12:13:18

[China Economic Annual Conference: Major Economic Indicators Perform Better Than Expected] Today (August 13), at the 2025-2026 China Economic Annual Conference held by the China Center for International Economic Exchanges, Han Wenxiu, Deputy Director of the Central Financial and Economic Affairs Commission and Director of the Central Rural Work Leading Group Office, stated that this year is a significant and extraordinary year in China's modernization process. The main expected targets for economic and social development throughout the year will be successfully achieved, and the 14th Five-Year Plan will soon conclude successfully. Han Wenxiu introduced that over the past year, my country's economy has forged ahead despite pressure, developing towards new and superior directions, demonstrating strong resilience and vitality. Major economic indicators have performed better than expected. Many institutions predict that the annual economic growth will be around 5%, and my country remains the largest engine of global economic growth. The employment situation is generally stable, foreign trade has grown rapidly, export diversification has yielded significant results, and the construction of a modern industrial system has accelerated. New quality productivity has developed steadily, and research and application in artificial intelligence, biomedicine, and robotics are among the world's leading ranks. New steps have been taken in reform and opening up. The construction of a unified national market is being advanced in depth, and involutionary competition is being comprehensively rectified. Positive changes are emerging in the supply and demand relationship and price trends in industries such as photovoltaics. Capital market trading is active, domestic and foreign investor confidence is strengthened, and independent opening-up is progressing in an orderly manner. A safe, stable, confident, and inclusive image of China is being presented to the world. (CCTV News)

12:13:04

[China Economic Annual Conference: my country's GDP Expected to Reach Around 140 Trillion Yuan This Year] Today (August 13th), at the 2025-2026 China Economic Annual Conference held by the China Center for International Economic Exchanges, Han Wenxiu, Deputy Director of the Central Financial and Economic Affairs Commission and Director of the Central Rural Work Leading Group Office, stated that the 20 major indicators set forth in the 14th Five-Year Plan are about to be successfully achieved, promoting new and significant achievements in the development of the Party and the country. Han Wenxiu noted that recently, international institutions such as the International Monetary Fund and Goldman Sachs have raised their forecasts for my country's economic growth this year and next. Looking back on the 14th Five-Year Plan, we have effectively responded to the extraordinary shocks and challenges of the global pandemic, decoupling and supply chain disruptions, and natural disasters. Economic strength has significantly increased, with my country's GDP successively surpassing the thresholds of 110 trillion yuan, 120 trillion yuan, and 130 trillion yuan, and is expected to reach around 140 trillion yuan this year. (CCTV News)

12:12:20

[China Economic Annual Conference: 2026 Requires Promoting Synergistic Growth in Residents' Income and Economy] Today (the 13th), at the 2025-2026 China Economic Annual Conference held by the China Center for International Economic Exchanges, Han Wenxiu, Deputy Director of the Central Financial and Economic Affairs Commission and Director of the Central Rural Work Leading Group Office, stated that next year, efforts will be made to maintain stable economic growth, overall employment and prices, and a basic balance of international payments, while promoting synchronized growth in residents' income and economy. Han Wenxiu explained that to ensure the success of next year's economic work, it is essential to adhere to the principle of seeking progress while maintaining stability, improving quality and efficiency, increasing counter-cyclical and cross-cyclical adjustments, and effectively enhancing the efficiency of macroeconomic governance. A more proactive fiscal policy will continue to be implemented. The necessary fiscal deficit, total debt, and total expenditure will be maintained, focusing on both the present and the future, making full use of policy space while also leaving room for future risks. A moderately loose monetary policy will continue to be implemented. Efforts will be made to smooth the transmission mechanism of monetary policy, strengthen support for expanding domestic demand, and maintain the basic stability of the RMB exchange rate at a reasonable and balanced level. To enhance the consistency and effectiveness of macroeconomic policy orientation, we must strengthen the coordination between fiscal and monetary policies, and between reform measures and macroeconomic policies, ensuring that all policies and measures work in the same direction to form a synergy. (CCTV News)

12:12:07

[New US National Security Strategy Signals Shift in US-EU Relations] Earlier this week, US President Trump criticized Europe for lacking direction and the ability to act. Last week, the US National Security Strategy report stated that Europe may face "civilizational extinction" within the next 20 years and criticized Europe's suppression of far-right forces as "political censorship." These findings have caused a major uproar in Europe. The EU responded on the 11th, stating that the US should not interfere in European democratic affairs. The EU also acknowledged that US-EU relations are changing because "Europe itself is changing." European analysts point out that the US-EU alliance is undergoing a structural transformation. (CCTV News)

12:11:41

[China Economic Annual Conference: Expanding Exports and Increasing Imports Next Year] At the 2025-2026 China Economic Annual Conference held today (13th) at the China Center for International Economic Exchanges, Han Wenxiu, Deputy Director of the Central Financial and Economic Affairs Commission and Director of the Central Rural Work Leading Group Office, stated that next year, China will adhere to opening up to the outside world, promote win-win cooperation in multiple fields, expand exports, and increase imports to promote sustainable development of foreign trade. Han Wenxiu explained that openness is a distinctive feature of China's modernization, and that China will steadily expand institutional opening up, orderly expand independent opening up in the service sector, and optimize the layout and scope of free trade zones. In 2025, my country's foreign trade demonstrated strong resilience, achieving growth against the trend. Next year, China will encourage and support service exports, actively develop digital trade and green trade, expand exports, and increase imports to promote sustainable development of foreign trade. (CCTV News)

12:11:30

[China Economic Annual Conference: Expansion of Three Major International Science and Technology Innovation Centers Accelerates Formation as Major Sources of Original Innovation] Today (the 13th), at the 2025-2026 China Economic Annual Conference held at the China Center for International Economic Exchanges, Han Wenxiu, Deputy Director of the Central Financial and Economic Affairs Commission and Director of the Central Rural Work Leading Group Office, stated that next year's economic work will adhere to innovation-driven development and accelerate the cultivation and expansion of new growth drivers. Han Wenxiu stated that it is necessary to persist in using scientific and technological innovation to lead industrial upgrading and continuously generate new quality productivity. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, the Party Central Committee has successively deployed the construction of three major international science and technology innovation centers in Beijing, Shanghai, and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, which have made significant progress in recent years. The Party Central Committee has decided to expand the Beijing International Science and Technology Innovation Center to the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region and the Shanghai International Science and Technology Innovation Center to the Yangtze River Delta region, with the aim of accelerating the formation of major sources of original innovation in my country and jointly building strategic pillars for building a strong science and technology nation. (CCTV News)

12:11:11

[China Economic Annual Conference: Optimizing the Implementation of "Two New" Policies to Give Local Governments More Autonomy] Today (13th), at the 2025-2026 China Economic Annual Conference held by the China Center for International Economic Exchanges, Han Wenxiu, Deputy Director of the Central Financial and Economic Affairs Commission and Director of the Central Rural Work Leading Group Office, stated that the implementation of "two new" policies should be optimized to give local governments more autonomy. Han Wenxiu introduced that since the beginning of this year, the "trade-in" policy for consumer goods has driven rapid growth in sales of related products. The market penetration rate of new energy vehicles approached 60% in November. Consumption in sports events, cultural tourism, and other sectors is booming. The next step is to further implement special actions to boost consumption, formulate and implement plans to increase the income of urban and rural residents, and continue to increase the basic pension for urban and rural residents. New demand should guide new supply, and new supply should create new demand. Adapting to changes in consumption structure, expanding the supply of high-quality goods and services, optimizing the implementation of "two new" policies, giving local governments more autonomy, and eliminating unreasonable restrictions in the consumption sector will unleash the potential of service consumption. There is still significant room for growth in inbound consumption in my country. The environment for inbound consumption should be optimized, and the "Buy in China" brand should be built. (CCTV News)

10:52:40

[California Sues Federal Government Over $33 Million Transportation Grants Withheld Due to Driver English Proficiency Requirements] ⑴ California filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration Friday night, alleging that the U.S. Department of Transportation withheld more than $33 million in federal grants because the state failed to comply with English proficiency requirements for truck drivers. ⑵ California is suing Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and the Federal Motor Transportation Safety Administration (MFSA), focusing on the latter's October decision to terminate funding for California's commercial vehicle safety program. ⑶ California argues in the lawsuit that its English language standards for commercial drivers are consistent with federal requirements. ⑷ The Trump administration has taken a series of measures to address the issue of foreign truck drivers not speaking English. In August, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced an immediate suspension of all work visas for commercial truck drivers. ⑸ This case is the latest example of a conflict between federal and state governments over regulatory authority and funding allocation, reflecting controversies surrounding the implementation of immigration and labor policies.

09:26:19

[Participants Discuss Implementing the Spirit of the Central Economic Work Conference] The Central Economic Work Conference was held in Beijing from December 10th to 11th, with General Secretary Xi Jinping attending and delivering an important speech. During the conference, some participants were interviewed by Xinhua News Agency reporters, discussing their understanding of the conference's spirit and their plans for future work. They unanimously expressed that listening to General Secretary Xi Jinping's important speech in person further deepened their understanding of the inherent laws governing economic work under the new circumstances, and further strengthened their determination and confidence in leveraging their advantages and meeting challenges. They pledged to consciously unify their thoughts and actions with the scientific judgment of the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core regarding the situation, fully implement the conference's overall requirements and policy orientation for next year's economic work, seek progress while maintaining stability, improve quality and efficiency, strive to achieve next year's economic and social development goals and tasks, and take a solid first step in the "15th Five-Year Plan" with tangible results in high-quality development. (Xinhua News Agency)

09:26:04

[Shanxi Provincial Party Secretary Tang Dengjie: Focusing on Green and Low-Carbon Energy Transformation and High-Quality Development of Manufacturing, Promoting Deep Integration of Technological Innovation and Industrial Innovation, and Developing New Productive Forces According to Local Conditions] Tang Dengjie, Secretary of the Shanxi Provincial Party Committee, stated that building a national comprehensive reform pilot zone for resource-based economic transformation is a strategic task entrusted to Shanxi by the Party Central Committee. Shanxi must closely adhere to the Party Central Committee's strategic positioning of Shanxi, shoulder this major mission, and resolutely and orderly promote transformation and development. Focusing on green and low-carbon energy transformation and high-quality development of manufacturing, Shanxi will promote the deep integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation, and develop new productive forces according to local conditions. Adhering to the "dual-carbon" guidance, Shanxi will synergistically promote carbon reduction, pollution reduction, greening, and growth, ensuring the comprehensive effectiveness and consolidation of the "A Clear Stream Flows into the Yellow River" ecological protection project, and accelerating the comprehensive green transformation of economic and social development. Furthermore, Shanxi will promote the protection and inheritance of cultural heritage and the deep integration of culture and tourism, allowing Shanxi culture to radiate new contemporary brilliance through inheritance and innovation. (Xinhua News Agency)

09:25:42

[Cold Wave's Core Area Shifts to Southern and Eastern Regions, Rain and Snow Weaken] Today (December 13th), the cold wave will continue to affect my country, with the core area of the temperature drop shifting to the south. Maximum temperatures in Chongqing, Jiangxi, Zhejiang, Jiangsu, and other areas will reach new lows for the second half of the year. Meanwhile, as the dry and cold air mass dominates, snowfall in the north has largely ended, and the rain in the south has also significantly subsided. Tomorrow, the 0℃ isotherm will move south to southern Zhejiang, northern Jiangxi, and southern Hubei. However, the impact of the cold wave is entering its final stage, and most parts of my country will gradually begin to warm up. (CCTV News)

09:25:17

[UN Security Council Deliberates on DRC Situation; China Urges Immediate Ceasefire] On the 12th local time, the UN Security Council held a public briefing and closed-door consultations on the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo, focusing on the deteriorating security situation in the east and the future mandate of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in the DRC (MINUSTAH). The Chinese representative urged the Congolese rebels to immediately cease fire and called for a resolution to differences through sincere dialogue and negotiations, the lifting of restrictions on MINUSTAH's operations, and avoiding hasty adjustments to the mandate before conditions are ripe, in order to maintain the credibility of MINUSTAH and the Security Council. (CCTV News)

08:04:06

[National Memorial Hall for the Victims of the Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders Holds Flag-Raising and Half-Mast Ceremony] December 13th is the National Memorial Day for the Victims of the Nanjing Massacre. At 8:00 AM, the assembly square of the Memorial Hall for the Victims of the Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders was solemn and dignified. The large white characters on the central black wall, "National Memorial Ceremony for the Victims of the Nanjing Massacre," carried the weight of history in the morning light. The honor guard marched in unison, escorting the five-star red flag to the flagpole. As the national anthem played, the flag was raised to the top, paused briefly, and then slowly lowered to one-third of the way down the pole, in remembrance of the victims of the Nanjing Massacre and all those who were brutally murdered by Japanese invaders during the Japanese imperialist war of aggression against China. (CCTV News)

08:03:26

[Chinese Embassy in Tajikistan Reiterates Urgent Evacuation Reminder] The Chinese Embassy in Tajikistan reiterates its urgent reminder to Chinese enterprises and personnel to evacuate the Tajik-Afghanistan border region. Other Chinese citizens in Tajikistan are advised not to travel to the aforementioned areas and to take necessary safety precautions. In case of emergency, please contact the police immediately and the embassy for assistance. Tajikistan Police Numbers: Fire 01, Police 02, Ambulance 03. Ministry of Foreign Affairs Global Consular Protection and Services Emergency Hotline (24 hours): +86-10-12308, +86-10-65612308. Consular Protection and Assistance Hotline of the Chinese Embassy in Tajikistan: +992-935710666, +992-888883999 (Chinese Embassy in Tajikistan)

08:02:58

[New Air Force One Deliveries Delayed Again, Boeing May Failing to Deliver Before Trump's Term] ⑴ The U.S. Air Force has reportedly delayed the expected delivery date of the first of two new Air Force One passenger jets by another year, to mid-2028. ⑵ This delay further narrows Boeing's chances of meeting President Trump's requirement to deliver the aircraft before the end of his term. ⑶ The U.S. Air Force confirmed the latest estimate in a statement, saying the timeline "is the result of ongoing consultations between Boeing and the Air Force." ⑷ Boeing had previously proposed delivering the aircraft in 2027, a date three years later than the original contractually agreed December 2024. ⑸ The continued delays highlight the complexity and execution challenges of large-scale defense procurement projects, and once again bring the gap between political promises and industrial realities into focus.

08:02:45

[Chip Shortage Impacts Consumers, Dell Fires First Shot in Enterprise PC Price Hike] ⑴ Dell reportedly will raise prices across its entire commercial product line starting next week (December 17th). This price adjustment primarily targets enterprise customers, not general consumers. ⑵ A Dell spokesperson confirmed the price adjustment, stating that like other companies in the industry, Dell will implement targeted price adjustments when necessary, while ensuring uninterrupted supply chains and continuing to provide value to customers. ⑶ The core driver of the price increase is the industry-wide shortage of memory and storage chips, which has driven up overall costs in the personal computer industry. Competitors such as Lenovo and HP are also facing cost pressures. ⑷ The surge in demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure is a significant reason for the exacerbated chip shortage. Major technology companies are purchasing large quantities of memory and storage chips to deploy AI, thus crowding out chip supplies for consumer devices. ⑸ The specific price increase will vary depending on customer contracts and the memory and storage specifications selected for laptops. A Dell sales employee revealed that the increase is "between 10% and 30%." (6) A Dell spokesperson added that its supply chain is resilient and globally positioned to ensure sufficient flexibility in the face of changes in the macroeconomic, regulatory, and trade environment. This price increase is a clear signal that industry cost pressures are being passed on to end users.

08:02:29

[Trump Releases Multiple Policy Signals, Fed Personnel and Foreign Actions Become Focus] ⑴ US President Trump stated that a decision on the next Federal Reserve Chairman will be made in the coming weeks, emphasizing that he believes his voice should be heard in relevant discussions. ⑵ Regarding foreign policy, Trump discussed the Russia-Ukraine issue, saying that an agreement is being studied and that "a lot of progress is being made," but simultaneously expressed a negative attitude towards the so-called "Donbas Free Economic Zone" concept, stating, "I don't want that now, it won't work." ⑶ Regarding Venezuela, Trump hinted at a possible expansion of operations, stating that "ground strikes don't necessarily have to be in Venezuela," and indicating that "land strikes against drugs will begin," as land operations are easier to conduct. ⑷ On other matters, Trump mentioned that the situation in Thailand and Cambodia is good, and a market report indicated that the US has postponed the delivery date of the new "Air Force One" to mid-2028. ⑸ This speech mixed multiple sensitive issues, including monetary policy independence and geopolitical games, especially the statements regarding the selection of the Federal Reserve Chairman and the hints at foreign military actions, which may exacerbate uncertainty in financial markets.

08:00:51

[Venezuelan Defense Minister López Obrador Condemns US F-18 Fighter Jets Overflying Venezuelan Airspace] On December 12, local time, Venezuelan Defense Minister López Obrador condemned the United States for attempting to intimidate Venezuela by sending F-18 fighter jets over the country's airspace. López Obrador stated that the US actions were aimed at isolating the Caribbean region to satisfy US interests. He emphasized that the US government must understand that Venezuela will resolutely defend its national sovereignty and will never surrender. Resolving the conflict through dialogue and building genuine peace is the aspiration of all Venezuelan people. On the afternoon of December 9, two US F-18 fighter jets entered Venezuelan airspace and remained there for at least 40 minutes. (CCTV News)