SEAJ: Japan's July semiconductor manufacturing equipment billings rose 35.4% YoY.

The State Council Information Office will hold a press briefing at 15:00 on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026. MOFCOM spokesperson and Vice Minister and deputy chief international trade negotiator Ling Ji, Fujian Vice Governor Zhao Zenglian and Xiamen city officials will brief on the 26th China International Fair for Investment and Trade and take questions.

Qatar's deputy prime minister and foreign minister met Egypt's foreign minister in Cairo during the seventh Joint Higher Committee meeting to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation and cross-sector coordination. They reviewed recent regional developments, including the Gaza Strip and occupied Palestinian territories, and coordinated diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalation, containing tensions and enhancing regional security and stability.