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The article discusses China's neighborhood diplomacy in 2018. Topics include China's improved relations with India and Japan, the role of China in defusing hot spot issues and de-escalating disputes among its neighboring countries, particularly, the Korean Peninsula issue and the active role of China in advancing economic and trade cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region.

The article offers information on the improving diplomatic ties of China with other nations in the world. Topics discussed include the diplomatic policy adopted by Chinese President Xi Jinping since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) held in 2012, the efforts of China for a reform in global governance, and its relationship with international organizations such as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, the G20, and the BRICS countries.

The article focuses on the development in Asia-Pacific. Topics include the influence of China in the Asia-Pacific region in 2016, the proposed Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific (FTAAP), and diplomacy of the country. Also mentioned are the policies on the South China Sea, election of Donald Trump as president of the U.S.process of economic globalization.

The article examines the position of China in the South China Sea arbitration case that was unilaterally filed by the Philippines to a United Nations (UN) Arbitral Tribunal, which awarded a unanimous decision favoring the Philippines on July 12, 2016. Also cited are China's position on the issues of territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests, and the claim by China that the Philippines' action is against the political culture and tradition of East Asia.

The article discusses the development of the ASEAN Community as a landmark culmination of historical events in 2015. The ASEAN Community engenders ideas on diversified integration among countries in Asia, Latin America and Africa and concepts of regional integration development modes. Establishment of the ASEAN Community will facilitate more equitable development of the global orders and enhance democratization of international relations.

The article discusses Chinese President Xi Jinping's speech at the high-level general debate of the 70th session of the United Nations General Assembly. Topics discussed include promotion of an open, innovative and inclusive international economic order between China and the U.S.; create a security architecture featuring fairness, justice, and joint contributions with shared benefits; increase inter-cultural exchanges to promote harmony, inclusiveness and respect for differences.

The article focuses on the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), an international financial institution proposed by China. Topics discussed include the refusal of the U.S. and Japan to join the bank as founding members, the significance of the bank to China, and the call on AIIB to establish environmental and social standards that accord with those of the Asian Development Bank and World Bank.

The article presents highlights of the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference held in Boao, Hainan Province on March 28, 2015. Topics discussed include the principles presented by Chinese President Xi Jinping for the creation of an Asian community of common interest, the role of China in the Asian region, and an overview of the Asian initiatives outlined by the Chinese government for the development of Asia.

The article examines China's diplomatic plans for South Asia, in light of President Xi Jinping's visit to the Maldives, Sri Lanka and India in 2014. Topics covered include the significance of the establishment of diplomatic relations with the Maldives, the role of the president's South Asian tour in building up the Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road, and the economic integration between China and India.

The article explains the motives of the Freedom of Navigation program of the U.S. Department of Defense. It highlights the department's report on freedom of navigation which includes territorial claims in the South China Sea. The program is criticized for having ulterior motives, including its motive to challenge China's claims of sovereignty and rights over the South China Sea. The imposition of different limitations on freedom of navigation by international law is also discussed.

Information about the Fourth Session of the 12th National People's Congress (NPC) that was held in Beijing, China from March 5-16, 2016, is presented. Topics include the development of the 13th Five-Year Plan, economic reform orientation and economic consumption. It also stresses the establishment of Sino-ASEAN relations as part of the economic strategic agenda of the country.

Information about the 15th Boao Forum for Asia held in China in March 2016 is presented. Topics included improving science and technological innovation capacities, more investments in infrastructures and regional economic interconnectivity and collaboration. The 2016 Boao Forum proved the role and responsibility of China in Asian economic development.

The article discusses the Fourth Summit of China and Central and Eastern European (CEE) Countries opens in Suzhou, China, on November 24, 2015. Topics discussed include programs relating to economy, trade, investment, infrastructure, finance, tourism, education, agriculture, culture, and local cooperation, welcoming of the 1+6 cooperation framework proposed by Premier Li Keqiang, requirement of China-CEE cooperation to get on the fast track and embrace more opportunities in the future.

The article reports on Millennium Development Goals (MDG) through an agreement of document titled "Transforming Our World: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development" by United Nation (UN) member states on August 2, 2015. Topics include agenda of coping desertification and promoting employment and education adopted by world leaders in the Sustainable Development Summit in September 2015, economic development in China and assistance provided by China to other developing countries.