Day: December 6, 2023
Armenia has confirmed participation in Eurovision Song Contest 2024.
Public broadcasters from 37 countries will take part in the Eurovision Song Contest when the world’s biggest live music event is staged in Malmö, Sweden next May.
The 68th Contest, organized by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and Sveriges Television (SVT), will be held at the Malmö Arena on 7, 9 and 11 May 2024.
Sweden will host the 68th Eurovision Song Contest following Loreen’s triumph in Liverpool in May 2023 with Tattoo; her victory means that Ireland and Sweden are now tied for the most Eurovision Song Contest wins, with 7 each.
May will mark the third time that Malmö has hosted the Eurovision Song Contest following the 1992 and 2013 editions, and it will be the first time the Eurovision Song Contest hasn’t visited a capital city for 5 consecutive Contests.
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The 24th EU-China summit will take place in Beijing
, China on Dec 7. This will be the first in-person EU-China summit since 2019.
The gesture fosters the relationship between China and Europe has soared to new heights as leaders from both regions are optimistic about taking the ties to the next level of cooperation. The summit, marked by a spirit of cooperation and mutual understanding, has set the stage for enhanced collaboration in various sectors.
Bilateral Agreements:
Leaders from China and Europe would likely engage in high-level discussions resulting in the signing of several bilateral agreements. These agreements span a wide range of areas, including trade, technology, climate change, and cultural exchange.
Trade and Economic Cooperation:
China and Europe have huge potential to enhance cooperation in the trade and economy. The summit is expected to make a new commitment to strengthen economic ties between China and Europe. Both sides already expressed their dedication to promoting free and fair trade, reducing trade barriers, and fostering an environment conducive to business growth.
Technology Cooperation:
A significant aspect of the summit on technology collaboration. China and Europe pledged to work together on research and development initiatives, innovation, and the digital economy. This collaboration is expected to contribute to advancements in areas such as artificial intelligence, clean energy, and telecommunications.
Climate Change Cooperation:
With a shared commitment to addressing climate change, China and Europe announced joint efforts to achieve carbon neutrality. The leaders pledged to enhance cooperation on renewable energy projects, emission reduction initiatives, and sustainable development goals.
Cultural Exchange Programs:
Recognizing the importance of people-to-people connections, the summit emphasized the promotion of cultural exchange programs. Initiatives such as student exchanges, joint artistic performances, and collaborative educational programs were announced to strengthen understanding and friendship between the two regions.
The summit is expected to mark a positive turn in diplomatic relations, with leaders expressing optimism about the future of China-Europe ties. Both parties made their commitment to resolving differences through dialogue and diplomacy.
The China-Europe Summit is expected to be hailed as a milestone in international relations, fostering a new era of cooperation between two major global players. The agreements and commitments in the upcoming summit are poised to have far-reaching implications, shaping the trajectory of China-Europe relations for years to come.