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The document highlights several key updates from China:
1. **National Two Sessions**: The National Two Sessions news center has opened in Beijing, providing services for domestic and international journalists. The National People's Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) will convene on March 5 and March 4, respectively. A press conference for the NPC will be held on March 4 to discuss the agenda and China's development policies.
2. **Diplomacy and Technology**: The Chinese Foreign Ministry opposes U.S. tariff pressures, stating such actions are counterproductive. The Mars rover "Zhurong" has found evidence suggesting Mars may have once had a habitable environment. Additionally, China and Pakistan have signed an agreement for astronaut selection and training, marking a new phase in international space cooperation.
3. **Economy and Transportation**: The "Qian Kai-Shanghai" shipping route has seen record cargo volumes, enhancing trade ties between China and South America and supporting the Belt and Road Initiative.
4. **Social Welfare**: During the Spring Festival travel rush, over 300 million passengers have been transported by rail, with transportation departments optimizing services for safety and convenience.
5. **Sports Events**: Chinese athletes excelled in the short track speed skating preliminaries at the Harbin Winter Asian Games, advancing to the semifinals and showcasing their prowess in winter sports.