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China promised to continue to contribute to the United Nations Central Emergency Response Fund. On December 10th, local time, Geng Shuang, Deputy Permanent Representative of China to the United Nations, attended the 2025 High-level Pledging Conference of the United Nations Central Emergency Response Fund, saying that at present, geopolitical conflicts are constant, natural disasters are frequent, the global humanitarian situation has deteriorated significantly, and humanitarian needs are increasing. The important role of the Central Emergency Response Fund in providing rescue, saving lives and alleviating suffering has further increased. Geng Shuang said that China has always supported the United Nations to play a coordinating role in international humanitarian relief and the Central Emergency Response Fund to carry out its work. Since 2007, voluntary contributions have been made to the Fund every year. In 2024, donations have been completed, and contributions will continue to be made to the Fund in 2025. Geng Shuang said that China has provided long-term humanitarian assistance to countries in need through bilateral channels and in various forms, and will continue to uphold the concept of a community of human destiny, make joint efforts with the international community, and support countries and people in need to cope with the humanitarian crisis and get out of the humanitarian predicament. (CCTV)Shang Tang: It is planned to place 1.865 billion shares at a discount of 6.3% to raise HK$ 2.787 billion. Shang Tang (00020.HK) announced on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange that on December 11th (before the trading hours of the Stock Exchange), the company entered into a placing agreement with the placing agent. On this basis, the placing agent has conditionally and individually agreed to try its best to urge no less than six grantees to subscribe for 1.865 billion shares, and the placing price of each share is HK$ 150. It is estimated that the net proceeds from the placement will be HK$ 2.787 billion. The net proceeds from the placing will be mainly used to support the company's core business development.Brent crude oil futures closed at $72.19 a barrel, up 0.07%.

South Korean President Yin Xiyue prefers to be impeached rather than resigned. (Chosun Ilbo)Shang Tang: It is planned to place 1.865 billion shares at a discount of 6.3% to raise HK$ 2.787 billion. Shang Tang (00020.HK) announced on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange that on December 11th (before the trading hours of the Stock Exchange), the company entered into a placing agreement with the placing agent. On this basis, the placing agent has conditionally and individually agreed to try its best to urge no less than six grantees to subscribe for 1.865 billion shares, and the placing price of each share is HK$ 150. It is estimated that the net proceeds from the placement will be HK$ 2.787 billion. The net proceeds from the placing will be mainly used to support the company's core business development.Mitch McConnell, the Republican leader of the US Senate, was treated after he fell down. On December 10th, local time, Mitch McConnell, the Republican leader of the US Senate, fell down after the Republican luncheon and was subsequently treated. It is reported that McConnell was seen walking back to the office of the Capitol, followed by a medical team, and was escorted by Balasso, chairman of the Republican Party Committee of the Senate. A spokesman for McConnell did not immediately respond to the medical situation. (CCTV)

The Iraqi Prime Minister met with the commander of the US Central Command to discuss the situation in Syria and other issues. The Iraqi Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Sudani met with the commander of the US Central Command, michael curry Al-Ra, in Baghdad on December 10th. During the talks, the two sides discussed the cooperation and coordination between Iraq and the League of Nations in the fight against terrorism and extremism. Sudani emphasized that Iraq is an important member of the "League of Nations" and is committed to cooperating with the League to jointly crack down on and track down terrorist organizations in order to safeguard regional security and stability. Curilla emphasized that the League of Nations promised to support Iraq in safeguarding its security and sovereignty and resisting any terrorist threat. The two sides also discussed the latest progress of the situation in Syria and its lasting impact on the region. Sudani said that the Syrian people's free choice should be respected, and Iraq is willing to help the Syrian people in the current transitional stage. (CCTV)The pharmacy chain WBA closed up 18%, the biggest one-day increase since at least 1980, and the company negotiated to sell it to a private equity firm.General Motors (GM): The unmanned business Cruise and GM Technical team will be merged, and the plan is expected to be completed in the first half of 2025.