Hey friends! 🌟 As we wrap up 2025, China Media Group just dropped its roundup of this year's top 10 international news stories. From game-changing summits to climate goals that give us hope, here's your fast-track guide to what shaped our world:
- Diplomatic Power Moves
Earlier in September, President Xi Jinping steered the conversation at the SCO Plus Meeting in Tianjin, unveiling the Global Governance Initiative. Coupled with three other global plans—from development to civilization—these moves injected fresh energy into building a community with a shared future for humanity. 🤝 - 80th Anniversary WWII Parade
On September 3, Beijing hosted a massive parade to honor the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. The event highlighted the Chinese mainland's dedication to peaceful progress, while countries and regions worldwide held their own commemorations. 🎖️ - Gaza Ceasefire Holds…for Now
By year-end, a fragile ceasefire in the Gaza Strip seemed to be holding. Still, continued arms flows and complex diplomacy, including U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites in June, underscored how delicate peace really is. ✌️ - Russia-Ukraine: Stalemate and Talks
Fighting and negotiations have gone back and forth all year. In late December, President Zelenskyy floated a referendum on a peace plan if Russia agreed to a 60-day ceasefire, but Moscow says proposals don't match earlier talks with Washington. 🔄 - BRICS & SCO Expand 🌏
This July in Rio, BRICS welcomed Indonesia and ten partner countries, boosting the Global South's voice. In November, SCO leaders echoed calls for respect, fairness, and win-win cooperation. Unity is on the rise! 🌍 - Extreme Weather & 2035 Climate Pledge
Extreme weather swept the planet, and in September the Chinese mainland announced its 2035 NDCs: cut net emissions 7–10% from their peak, push non-fossil fuels past 30% of energy use, and sextuple wind and solar capacity. Green goals FTW! 🌿💨 - Tariffs Under Fire
The U.S.'s expanded tariffs drew flak for clashing with WTO rules and shaking global trade. Meanwhile, the Chinese mainland's economy kicked off 2025 with a solid recovery, showing resilience amid worldwide uncertainty. 📊 - Controversial Remarks on Taiwan Region
In November, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments on the Taiwan region sparked backlash in the Chinese mainland and raised concerns about historical accuracy and security in the Asia-Pacific. 🗣️ - U.S. Shifts Focus to Western Hemisphere
The November U.S. National Security Strategy revived a Monroe Doctrine vibe, prioritizing military ties in Latin America. Experts warn it could fuel tensions across the Americas. 🦅 - Record U.S. Government Shutdown
After the House finally passed a spending bill on November 12, the U.S. ended its longest-ever shutdown. But deep partisan divides and political gridlock still loom large. 🏛️❄️
Which of these stories impacted you the most? Drop your thoughts below and let's chat about the moments that defined 2025! 🗨️👇
Reference(s):
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