Domestic News: 1. The State Council issued the "Opinions on Promoting the Expansion and Quality Improvement of the Service Industry," recommending moderately advanced construction of the mobile Internet of Things. 2. The Ministry of Industry and In

2026-04-21

Domestic News: 1. The State Council issued the "Opinions on Promoting the Expansion and Quality Improvement of the Service Industry," recommending moderately advanced construction of the mobile Internet of Things. 2. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology issued a document stating that the construction of the 10-gigabit optical network pilot project is progressing smoothly, with pilot targets being achieved satisfactorily. 3. CATL has resolved core issues in the manufacturing process and will achieve large-scale mass production within the year. 4. Domestic oil prices have been lowered for the first time this year, saving 22 yuan for a full tank of 50 liters of 92-octane gasoline. International News: 1. Japan formally allows the export of lethal weapons through a cabinet resolution. 2. Federal Reserve Chairman nominee Warsh: The Fed needs to develop a new framework to address inflation. 3. Trump: I will be disappointed if the new Fed Chairman does not cut interest rates. 4. Trump: Surprised by the rebound in US stocks during the Iran conflict; he expected a 20% drop. 5. Iran Situation—① According to Al Jazeera: An advance US delegation has arrived in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, while Vance will arrive on Wednesday. ② Iranian state media: Iran has not sent any delegation to Pakistan. ③ Pakistan is still awaiting Iran's response regarding participation in the second round of negotiations. ④ CNN: The specific timing of Vance's trip to Pakistan remains uncertain. ⑤ Trump stated he does not want to extend the ceasefire agreement with Iran and that a "major agreement" will eventually be reached; there is no need to rush. It is expected that bombing of Iran will resume after the ceasefire expires.