Videos » China » China seeks release of ships detained by Russia

---

• China seeks release of ships detained by Russia
• Chongqing Baisha Town suffers unprecedented downpours
• Beijing city leaders mourn flood victims
• Heavy rain wreaks havoc across China
• Dramatic rescue on flooded China highway
• Chinese FM: Establishment of Sansha city is internal matter
• Locals cope with worst floods in Chongqing
• Aging HIV patients face new challenge
• Chinese State Councilor visits Chinese sports delegation in London
• Li Na joins London Torch Relay
• Tianjin transport returns to normal after downpour
• Coal miners trapped in SW China
• Japanese lawmakers plan to set foot on Diaoyu Islands
• Chinese State Councilor visits Chinese sports delegation in London
• Li Na joins London Torch Relay
• Tianjin transport returns to normal after downpour
• Coal miners trapped in SW China
• Japanese lawmakers plan to set foot on Diaoyu Islands
• Man resues 150 in Chongqing
• Crossover: Efforts to discharge water continue in Tianjin

China seeks release of ships detained by Russia Posted: 27 Jul 2012 04:21 AM PDT China is currently negotiating with Russia to arrange the release of two detained Chinese fishing vessels and their crew.

Chongqing Baisha Town suffers unprecedented downpours Posted: 27 Jul 2012 04:10 AM PDT It?s not only Beijing that?s seen record flooding in recent weeks, other parts of China have had their fair share of rain too.

Beijing city leaders mourn flood victims Posted: 27 Jul 2012 04:02 AM PDT Senior Beijing officials say the record rainstorm that hit the capital on July 21st exposed shortfalls in urban planning, infrastructure, and emergency management.

Heavy rain wreaks havoc across China Posted: 27 Jul 2012 12:43 AM PDT Wild weather is sweeping across China, causing havoc in many regions. For a week now, heavy downpours have hit 22 provinces, municipalities and autonomous regions. More than 9 million people have been affected.

Dramatic rescue on flooded China highway Posted: 26 Jul 2012 11:38 PM PDT Traffic on the Beijing-Hong Kong-Macao expressway has returned to normal after clean-up efforts following Saturday?s massive downpour in the Chinese capital. Though the horror is now over, many dramatic stories about rescue efforts are coming to light.

Chinese FM: Establishment of Sansha city is internal matter Posted: 26 Jul 2012 10:39 PM PDT China says the establishment of Sansha, a new city in the South China Sea, is the country's internal matter. A Foreign Ministry spokesman says China will resolve the dispute over Nanhai islands through bilateral negotiations based on history and international law.

Locals cope with worst floods in Chongqing Posted: 26 Jul 2012 10:35 PM PDT Southwest China?s Chongqing municipality has suffered its worst flooding in more than three decades.

Aging HIV patients face new challenge Posted: 26 Jul 2012 10:53 PM PDT A recent suvey shows 1.7 million people are receiving treatment, and HIV transmission from mother to child has declined from 8 percent in 2008 to less than three per cent in 2011. Despite the achievements, the country still faces challenges.

Chinese State Councilor visits Chinese sports delegation in London Posted: 26 Jul 2012 11:26 PM PDT 视频播放位置 下载安装Flash播放器     Chinese State Councilor Dai Bingguo has visited members of the Chinese sports delegation in London Olympic Village. He extended cordial greetings and good wishes to the delegation on behalf of the Communist Party of China, Central Committee and State Council. He encouraged them to pursue the Olympic spirit of "higher, faster and stronger" and strive for success. Dai characterized the large delegation of 621 members as both athletes and envoys of friendship. He told the athletes to show the positive attitude and confidence of the Chinese people to the whole world. Dai also visited athletes' dormitories and the main dining hall in the Olympic Village. He will attend the opening ceremony on Friday. Chinese State Councilor Dai Bingguo has visited members of the Chinese sports delegation in London Olympic Village. Chinese State Councilor Dai Bingguo has visited members of the Chinese sports delegation in London Olympic Village.

Li Na joins London Torch Relay Posted: 26 Jul 2012 11:11 PM PDT 视频播放位置 下载安装Flash播放器   Although she missed out on being named the flagbearer for Team China, Li Na, China's top tennis player was able to take part in the Olympics Torch Relay on Wednesday. Li, taking a day off from her preparations to create her own very special Games' memory. Li Na said, "This is the first time I have participated in the Olympic torch relay. I will cherish the experience. The Olympic Games are unique." On Wednesday, thousands of London residents cheered on the torch relay in the northern part of the city. The 147th torch bearer on Wednesday, Li looked relaxed and happy in her 320-meter route. London could be Li's last Olympics... and she said she'll try her best to bring gold home to China. Olympic Tennis will be held from July 28th to August 5th with Li scheduled to play in the singles event and doubles with Zhang Shuai. Four years ago in Beijing, Li finished fourth place in women's singles, the best result achieved by a Chinese tennis player at an Olympics. Although she missed out on being named the flagbearer for Team China, Li Na, China's top tennis player was able to take part in the Olympics Torch Relay on Wednesday. Li, taking a day off from her preparations to create her own very special Games' memory. Although she missed out on being named the flagbearer for Team China, Li Na, China's top tennis player was able to take part in the Olympics Torch Relay on Wednesday. Li, taking a day off from her preparations to create her own very special Games' memory.

Tianjin transport returns to normal after downpour Posted: 26 Jul 2012 11:16 PM PDT 视频播放位置 下载安装Flash播放器 Transport in the Tianjin Municipality has returned to normal after Thursday's downpour. Tianjin meteorological center says average rainfall reached 147 millimeters, with the maximum exceeding 300. The torrential rain flooded roads in the downtown area. The fire prevention bureau sent 190 fire engines and more than 11 hundred rescuers to help stranded vehicles and pedestrians. No cases of drowning have been reported. Four people were electrocuted and are receiving treatment in hospital. The extreme weather also disrupted air traffic. 20 flights were cancelled and 34 delayed. China's central weather bureau says rain can be expected in northern China over the coming three days.

Coal miners trapped in SW China Posted: 26 Jul 2012 11:08 PM PDT 视频播放位置 下载安装Flash播放器 A cave-in at a coal mine in Southwest China's Guizhou province trapped dozens of miners. Local authorities in Pu'an county say 53 miners have been rescued so far. The rescue operation is in full swing to save the remaining 5. A rescue and relief command center is now organizing a 400-member rescue team. The 5 trapped miners are said to be 450 meters under the wellhead.

Japanese lawmakers plan to set foot on Diaoyu Islands Posted: 26 Jul 2012 11:04 PM PDT 视频播放位置 下载安装Flash播放器 Several Japanese lawmakers plan to set foot on the disputed Diaoyu Islands in mid-August. They said they want to hold a vigil on the islands for the victims of a refugee shipwreck during the Second World War. Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda has said he will discuss the matter in the cabinet, which will decide whether to give a go-ahead. Noda also says he agrees that only government members could visit the islands, but he respects the lawmakers' will of mourning the WWII refugees. Noda adds the purchase procedures of the Diaoyu islands are underway, and the Japanese government aims to nationalize the islands by April 2013. In response, China has voiced strong opposition over Japan's unilateral move on the Diaoyu Islands. The Diaoyu Islands have been China's inherent territory since ancient times. And the Chinese side will continue its efforts to protect its sovereignty over the area.

Chinese State Councilor visits Chinese sports delegation in London Posted: 26 Jul 2012 11:26 PM PDT Chinese State Councilor Dai Bingguo has visited members of the Chinese sports delegation in London Olympic Village.

Li Na joins London Torch Relay Posted: 26 Jul 2012 11:11 PM PDT Although she missed out on being named the flagbearer for Team China, Li Na, China's top tennis player was able to take part in the Olympics Torch Relay on Wednesday.

Tianjin transport returns to normal after downpour Posted: 26 Jul 2012 11:16 PM PDT Transport in the Tianjin Municipality has returned to normal after Thursday's downpour.

Coal miners trapped in SW China Posted: 26 Jul 2012 11:08 PM PDT A cave-in at a coal mine in Southwest China's Guizhou province trapped dozens of miners.

Japanese lawmakers plan to set foot on Diaoyu Islands Posted: 26 Jul 2012 11:04 PM PDT Several Japanese lawmakers plan to set foot on the disputed Diaoyu Islands in mid-August. They said they want to hold a vigil on the islands for the victims of a refugee shipwreck during the Second World War.

Man resues 150 in Chongqing Posted: 26 Jul 2012 09:10 PM PDT The weather has been the talk of the nation recently, with relentless rain pounding large swathes of the country. The Yangtze River has been one of the hardest hit. The Three Gorges Dam, the world?s largest hydropower project that straddles the Yangtze River has finally seen some relief.

Crossover: Efforts to discharge water continue in Tianjin Posted: 26 Jul 2012 09:07 PM PDT For more on this issue, we?re joined on the phone by Hu Bingyin, our reporter in Tianjin.

You are subscribed to email updates from Update » Videos » China To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now.	Email delivery powered by Google
Google Inc., 20 West Kinzie, Chicago IL USA 60610