October 24, 2023 (Tuesday) Three-Minute News Breakfast

1) The 13th National Congress of Chinese Women opened in Beijing. Party and state leaders, including Xi Jinping, attended to offer congratulations. Ding Xuexiang delivered a speech on behalf of the Party Central Committee. Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of upholding the Party's overall leadership over trade unions and mobilizing hundreds of millions of workers to actively participate in national rejuvenation in a conversation with members of the new leadership team of the All-China Federation of Trade Unions.

2) The State Council approved the establishment of a "Silk Road E-commerce" cooperation pilot zone in Shanghai. The General Office of the State Council forwarded the "Opinions on Strengthening the Dynamic Monitoring of Low-Income Population and Doing a Good Job in Stratified and Classified Social Assistance." The State Council Food Safety Office summoned the main leaders of the Nanchang and Tangshan municipal governments regarding campus food safety incidents. The State Council will conduct on-site inspections in 16 provinces to collect clues on issues such as arrears of teachers' salaries.

3) The nationwide autumn harvest progress is nearly 80%, and autumn sowing and planting work is proceeding in an orderly manner. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs: The expected volume of autumn grain purchases this year is around 200 million tons, and the annual grain output is expected to hit a new historical high. The results of expanding soybean and oilseed planting in China have been consolidated.

6) Nationwide house prices have fallen 16% from their peak, with 57 cities experiencing declines for three consecutive months. Nanjing, Kunming, and Zhengzhou continued to see price drops.

7) [Rule of Law] Ling Chengxing, former director of the State Tobacco Monopoly Administration, is under investigation. Foshan Chancheng police: A case of assault occurred at a knitting factory, resulting in one death. Online rumors of the "boss being killed for wage deductions" are false.

8) [Military] Huludao Maritime Safety Administration issued a navigation warning: From 15:00 on October 23 to 20:00 on October 24, military exercises will be conducted in parts of the northern Bohai Sea, prohibiting entry.

9) [Hong Kong and Macao] The Hong Kong Cycling Festival opened, with nearly 5,000 cyclists riding along Victoria Harbour. Multiple bicycle collisions occurred during the race, and at least five ambulances were on the scene to provide assistance.

1) Premier Li Qiang and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida exchanged congratulatory messages on the 45th anniversary of the signing of the China-Japan Peace and Friendship Treaty. Ministry of Commerce: The "CIIE circle of friends" continues to expand, and is expected to welcome guests from 154 countries, regions, and international organizations. Ministry of Foreign Affairs: China once again urged the Philippines to take China's serious concerns seriously, stop its provocative actions at sea, and quickly remove its illegally "grounded" warship. The "Five Eyes Alliance" intelligence officials smeared and slandered China, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that China firmly opposes this.

2) The Chinese delegation at the 2023 BRICS Games won 19 gold, 21 silver, and 15 bronze medals. Many Latin American countries called for an end to "unilateral coercive measures" against migrants.

3) US Secretary of State Blinken claimed that Israel has no intention of ruling Gaza. Large-scale anti-Israel protests took place in New York, with at least 19 arrests.

Multiple Republicans have joined the race for House Speaker, with a vote expected as early as October 24.

4) Pakistani media reported that the Israeli army launched the most intense bombing of Gaza. Foreign media: Israeli air strikes on Gaza refugee camps have killed at least 30 people. Gaza residents received warnings from the Israeli army that failure to relocate south would be considered "collusion with terrorist organizations." Palestinian health authorities: The Israeli army's attacks on Gaza have killed more than 5,000 people. Foreign media: Israeli officials said that Gaza will not cease fire during the hostage release negotiations. The Israeli Defense Forces apologized for accidentally hitting an Egyptian military outpost with a tank.

5) German media: Western countries reiterated their support for Israel. French media: Rallies in support of Palestine were held in multiple locations in France. Russian media: At least 25 Russian army divisions are involved in the autumn offensive.

6) Tokyo Electric Power Company: Japan completed the second round of nuclear-contaminated water discharge, exceeding 7,800 tons. Lee Jae-myung, the leader of South Korea's largest opposition party, resumed his duties and urged President Yoon Suk-yeol to reshuffle the cabinet.

7) Foreign media: Saddam Hussein's daughter was sentenced to seven years in prison for "promoting her father's party." The Sudanese armed forces said that peace talks will resume in the near future.

8) The Australian government announced that it will invest AU$268 million over the next four years to eradicate red imported fire ants. A train collision in Bangladesh has killed at least 12 people.

1) Central Huijin Investment Company announced that it purchased exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and will continue to increase its holdings in the future. The central bank increased its efforts to protect liquidity, with net injections exceeding 700 billion yuan for two consecutive days. Gold prices are rising again! Breaking the 600 yuan mark again.

2) The China Securities Regulatory Commission is strictly investigating IPOs that are "withdrawn after investigation" and "rush through with problems," and seven investment banks with lax internal controls were named and criticized again.

3) China produced its 100 billionth express delivery in 2023, 39 days ahead of 2022.

4) The tax investigation turmoil has brought down the "Foxconn system"! A 200 billion yuan fruit chain leader hit the daily limit. Regarding the EU's anti-subsidy investigation, the president of Great Wall Motors said that it has already submitted response materials.

5) Nike refutes rumors that the Greater China region will implement a four-day work week: The new model allows for optional work from home on Fridays.

1) 2024 National Examination: The number of applicants has increased, and the educational requirements have been raised; 8 positions have a "thousand-to-one" competition ratio, while 215 positions remain unfilled.

2) The Guimao (2023) China Xiandu Ceremony to Commemorate the Emperor Huangdi was grandly held on October 23 at the Huangdi Temple in Jinyun, Zhejiang Province.

4) China's Xie Mao won the first gold medal at the Hangzhou Asian Para Games in women's KL1 kayaking.

5) Qin Haiyang won the overall annual championship at the conclusion of the Swimming World Cup.

Short Track Speed Skating World Cup, Montreal: Liu Shaoang won the men's 500m gold medal.

6) The inaugural National Students' Games torch lighting and relay ceremony was launched in Beihai, Guangxi.

1) Dongcheng District, Beijing held a choral concert to celebrate the Double Ninth Festival. All cities and prefectures in Hebei have cancelled motor vehicle license plate restrictions.

2) Shanghai: Class-A tertiary children's specialized hospitals can provide continuous treatment for patients aged 18-35 with special diseases.

3) A 5.0 magnitude earthquake occurred in the waters off Nan'ao Island, Shantou, Guangdong at 00:00 on the 23rd. No casualties have been reported.

4) A sudden fog on the Shenhai Expressway caused a 9-vehicle pile-up accident, resulting in 1 death and 4 injuries. Two tourists at Dalian's Daheishan scenic area ignored warnings and fell while rock climbing, resulting in 1 death and 1 serious injury.

5) Spring encountered during Jinan subway construction? Construction personnel deny rumors: a water pipe broke.