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NEWS IN CHINA 

• President Xi Jinping Holds Talks with Myanmar’s President Min Aung Hlaing: President Xi Jinping held talks with Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing. Xi described the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor as a flagship project under the Belt and Road Initiative and called for the steady advancement of key projects while ensuring safety and security. He stated that stronger economic cooperation would support Myanmar’s development and improve living standards. Xi also highlighted the long-standing “pauk-phaw” friendship between the two countries and noted that China regards relations with Myanmar as a priority in its neighborhood diplomacy. He reiterated support for Myanmar’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and development path, while pledging assistance for post-earthquake reconstruction and the implementation of more community-focused livelihood projects. Xi urged closer cooperation against cross-border crimes, including telecom fraud, online gambling, and drug trafficking, and voiced support for peace and reconciliation efforts within Myanmar. Min Aung Hlaing reaffirmed Myanmar’s commitment to the one-China principle and expressed appreciation for China’s support for the country’s development and stability. He called for expanded cooperation in trade, investment, and the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor. He further pledged to strengthen joint efforts to combat cross-border crime and safeguard Chinese personnel and businesses in Myanmar.
  
  
• China Issues Notice to Boost Marine Economy and Employment Opportunities: The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, together with three other departments, released a notice to strengthen the marine economy and promote employment and entrepreneurship. The framework is focused on optimizing marine industry layout, improving resource use, and enhancing modern marine and transportation systems. Key measures include consolidating the marine equipment manufacturing sector, expanding shipping services and fostering emerging industries such as marine pharmaceuticals, biological products, and deep‑sea exploration. The notice also highlighted building a skilled seafarer workforce and increasing China’s share in international seafarer labor services. The policy will support modern fisheries, marine ranches, distant‑water fishing bases, and upgraded port infrastructure. It also encouraged innovation in marine tourism, culture, and creative industries, while promoting shipping finance, insurance, and arbitration services. According to the notice, training programs such as “Blue Craftsman” and “Land‑to‑Sea Talent Transfer” will help apply advanced technologies to the marine industries. It further stresses protecting seafarers’ rights, improving crew systems and strengthening maritime labor relations.
  
  
• Wang Yi Holds Telephonic Conversation with Pakistani FM Dar: Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a telephonic conversation with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, focusing on the progress of the first phase of the Iran–US memorandum of understanding (MoU). Wang Yi congratulated Pakistan for facilitating the initial agreement, stressing that peace is a shared responsibility of all nations. He highlighted China’s active engagement with all parties since the conflict began, underscoring Pakistan’s credibility as a mediator and China’s parallel dialogue with both Iran and the United States. Wang noted that while the first phase of the Iran–US MoU marks progress, the road ahead will be more challenging. He urged the international community, including the UN Security Council, to intensify support for negotiations. He affirmed that the Middle East deserves lasting peace and pledged China’s continued efforts to promote stability and development in the region. Dar expressed appreciation for China’s consistent support of Pakistan’s mediation role and emphasized Islamabad’s commitment to maintaining close coordination with Beijing to sustain momentum in the peace process. He noted that Pakistan values China’s constructive engagement and looks forward to jointly advancing dialogue to achieve lasting stability.
  
  
• SAMR Revises Dishonesty List Rules to Strengthen Corporate Compliance: The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) announced updated “Administrative Measures for the List of Seriously Dishonest Entities in Market Supervision and Management.” The revision aims to close regulatory gaps, improve enforcement efficiency, and strengthen integrity standards across industries. The new framework is streamlined to handle the administrative penalties and dishonesty determinations, while refining procedures for notification, objections, and reviews, offering stronger protection for businesses’ procedural rights. It also intensifies oversight of corporate information disclosure. Companies that deliberately conceal facts, submit false reports, or commit serious violations will face inclusion in the national dishonesty blacklist, reinforcing accountability in disclosure practices. In addition, the policy is aimed to prioritize public welfare and safety by addressing weak points in food logistics and special equipment regulation. Offenses such as unauthorized bulk transport of liquid food products and failure to recall defective equipment will attract stricter penalties. The revised measures also sought to expand sanctions to address unfair market practices, including commercial bribery, with the objective of curbing corruption, fostering fair competition, and creating a more transparent business environment that supports high-quality economic development.
  
  
• Cyber Security Bureau Crackdown on “Silver Fox” Trojan Malware: The Cyber Security Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security announced five typical cases of action against the “Silver Fox” Trojan virus. According to officials, the malware is highly concealed and is mainly used in targeted attacks against employees of companies and public institutions, particularly financial staff. Once installed, it can remotely control infected devices, steal account credentials, intercept SMS verification codes, and extract sensitive personal and corporate data. Authorities warned that such activities seriously endanger public property security and disrupt normal cyber order. According to the announcement, in all five cases, local police have already taken criminal coercive measures against the suspects involved. Cybersecurity police also issued prevention guidance. They further advised users to download software only from official sources and avoid unknown links or search engine ads labeled as promotions. Users were urged to carefully verify sender identities and avoid entering sensitive information on unverified pages. In case of suspicious activity, authorities recommend immediately disconnecting from the internet and running full-system antivirus scans to prevent further damage.
  
  

SOCIAL MEDIA CHATTER

Weibo Buzzes Over Upgrade in “Sunshine Application” System with AI Integration: A post with the hashtag #CollegeApplicationToolUpgraded# is going viral on Weibo after the Ministry of Education announced an upgrade in its “Sunshine Application” system with AI assistance. According to the post, the system uses official, government-verified data rather than scraping public sources and allows students across all 31 provinces to enter their exam scores and rankings to receive free, data-based college application guidance. Many users welcomed the update, noting that “it makes choosing majors and universities much easier and more structured”. Several users commented that “it helps reduce confusion during the application process”, while others stated that “it offers more reliable information compared to doing personal research alone”. A user described it as a “useful reference tool” that could help students filter options more effectively and avoid mistakes in selection. Another user described it as “a very practical upgrade that students should try first when filling out applications”. A few users appreciated the official backing, noting that government-verified data feels more trustworthy and reassuring.

INDIA WATCH

Finance Sina Discusses India’s Telegram Ban Amid NEET Re-Examination: An article in Finance Sina discussed India’s decision to temporarily restrict the messaging platform Telegram after authorities linked it to organized cheating networks during national examinations. The article noted that the National Examinations Authority has suspended Telegram access until June 22 and disabled its messaging services until June 30, ahead of key entrance exams scheduled to begin on June 21. It stressed that the move follows a major controversy involving the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG), which was cancelled earlier this year after allegations of question paper leaks. According to the article, the incident affected millions of candidates and triggered protests in several parts of the country. It highlighted that investigators identified multiple Telegram channels allegedly used by cheating networks to sell leaked papers and collect large sums from students and families. The article also stated that the National Examinations Authority maintained that exam papers were securely handled and rejected claims of any official leak.