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China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Monday that the country will intensify efforts to combat telecom fraud, online gambling, and related cross-border crimes. This comes after reports of the execution of four members from the Bai family criminal syndicate, following the execution of 11 members from the Ming family group. China has cooperated with Myanmar and other nations, yielding notable results in curbing these crimes.

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A South Korean artificial intelligence (AI) consortium has inked a tentative agreement with Saudi Arabia-based Aramco Digital to seek joint business opportunities in the sector. The science ministry stated that the partnership centers on utilizing South Korea's full-stack AI technologies to identify potential applications in the Middle Eastern nation. The cooperation is expected to expand opportunities for South Korean firms in AI projects within Saudi Arabia's energy and manufacturing industries.

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is relocating about 300 positions and central functions from New York to Bonn within two years. An additional 100 roles will move to Madrid. The decision is seen as a key signal for German foreign policy.

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A joint Chinese-Chilean expedition will plumb the uncharted depths of the Atacama Trench in the Pacific Ocean. Setting off from Valparaiso aboard the Chinese research vessel Tan Suo Yi Hao, the three-month mission seeks new life forms and insights into earthquakes and tsunamis. The collaboration provides Chilean scientists with tools no other country possesses.

The Universal Health Insurance Authority held its 100th board meeting, approving a series of regulatory, financial, and technical measures to strengthen institutional governance, improve operational efficiency, and ensure the long-term sustainability of Egypt's health insurance system. The session focused on anti-fraud policies, internal audit plans, and partnerships with entities like the World Health Organization and the Ministry of Finance.

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Mahmoud Essmat, Egypt's Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, wrapped up his China trip with talks on boosting cooperation to localize electrical equipment production in Egypt. The meetings involved leaders from the Ancora Group and firms specializing in smart equipment and solar solutions. These initiatives aim to bolster local industry and upgrade the national power grid.