Following China’s decision to grant visa-free access to Russian citizens, President Vladimir Putin announced that Moscow will reciprocate by introducing a visa-free policy for Chinese nationals.
According to Russian media, President Putin made the remarks during a meeting with Li Hongzhong, member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China. He emphasized that Russia, like China, will extend this friendly gesture to further strengthen bilateral ties.
Gold prices are on track to break a nine-week winning streak as investors book profits and growing optimism over global trade reduces demand for safe-haven assets. Analysts say easing geopolitical tensions and a stronger dollar have also contributed to the metal’s recent pullback.
Roads on Christmas Island turned red this week as millions of red crabs began their annual migration from the island’s forests to the coast. The natural spectacle, off the coast of Western Australia, marks the crabs’ breeding season and is considered one of the…
