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Briefing · 2026-04-02 · 17 signals
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China has once again called for an end to military operations in Iran, urging all parties to engage in peace talks. This comes after US President Donald Trump threatened to hit Iran "extremely hard." The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning, emphasized the need for an immediate cessation of hostilities.

In other news, China is set to increase fuel surcharges for domestic flights starting April 5th. The surcharges will vary based on flight distances, with segments of 800 kilometers or less incurring a 60 yuan surcharge per segment, and longer segments incurring a 120 yuan surcharge. This move is expected to impact domestic travel costs.

Additionally, foreign investors gathered for the "Beijing Night" event, expressing optimism about China's market and the opportunities presented by the "Fifteen Five-Year Plan." The event, which focused on the China Development Forum, saw participation from multinational companies and international organizations.

The bottom line: China's call for peace in Iran reflects its desire to de-escalate tensions in the region. Meanwhile, the fuel surcharge increase and investor optimism highlight China's ongoing economic activities. Keep an eye on the evolving situation in Iran and its potential impact on Canada-China relations.

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🔔 Top Signals
🛡️ military
China urges ending military operations following US threat to hit Iran extremely hard.
Why it matters
BEIJING, April 2 (Xinhua) -- China again urged all parties involved in the Iran war to immediately cease military operations and start the peace talk process as soon as possible, according to Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning on Thursday.
→ US President Donald Trump had threatened to hit Iran "extremely hard over the next two to three weeks" earlier that night, a timeline he has set recently for ending the ongoing month-long war.
Xinhua
🏛️ political
Starting April 5, fuel surcharges for domestic flights in China will be increased.
Why it matters
From April 5, 2023, China domestic route fuel surcharges will be increased.
→ For tickets sold before April 5 but changed after that date, no additional surcharge will be collected based on the new standard.
Xinhua · 2026-04-02
📦 trade
Global Link-Up: Foreign Invests Gather for “Beijing Night”: Optimistic About China’s Market and Embracing Opportunities in the “Fifteen Five-Year Plan”
Why it matters
Foreign business leaders gathered for the "Beijing Night" event, focusing on the China Development Forum.
→ Attendees expressed appreciation for China's expansion of high-level opening-up policies, and showed confidence in investing in China’s markets in sectors such as new energy vehicles and innovative products.
Xinhua · 2026-04-02
⚖️ legal
Notice on Designating Enterprises for Producing Hangings with the National Emblem
Why it matters
The Office of the State Council has notified that, according to the National Emblem Law of the People's Republic of China, 8 companies including Anhui Xingwan Glass and Steel Products Co., Ltd.
→ Enterprises not re-designated will no longer be allowed to manufacture emblems for hanging.
State Council · 2026-04-02
🏛️ political
Wang Yi visits the Center for the Human Community as a Research Trip
Why it matters
Additionally, Wang pointed out the strategic guiding role of this concept during the era of change and its significant instructive value in terms of scientific system, while requiring deep understanding of its Marxist standpoint and methodology as well as profound meaning, to boost historical confidence, draw on forward momentum, and uphold fundamental principles, contributing more to China’s distinctive foreign policy.
→ He emphasized that the center should always be mindful of its mission, thoroughly researching and promoting Xi Jinping's proposal to build a human community with a shared future, in support of Party theory innovation studies and promotion.
State Council · 2026-04-02
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