U.S., Israel, Syria issue joint statement after security talks in Paris

The U.S. Department of State issued on Tuesday a joint statement on the trilateral meeting between the U.S., Israel and Syria on security arrangement after conclusion of the meeting in Paris.

The statement said that under the auspices of the United States, senior Israeli and Syrian officials met in Paris, with the discussions focused on respect for Syria's sovereignty and stability, Israel's security, and prosperity for both countries.

In the statement, Israel and Syria reaffirmed their commitment to strive toward achieving lasting security and stability arrangements for both countries. Both sides have decided to establish a joint fusion mechanism -- a dedicated communication cell -- to facilitate immediate and ongoing coordination on their intelligence sharing, military de-escalation, diplomatic engagement, and commercial opportunities under the supervision of the United States. The mechanism is intended to handle disputes swiftly and avoid misunderstanding.

Israel's Prime Minister's Office confirmed on the same day that Israel and Syria had resumed talks with the support of the United States.

U.S., Israel, Syria issue joint statement after security talks in Paris

U.S., Israel, Syria issue joint statement after security talks in Paris

China supports enterprises in conducting cross-border operations and international technological cooperation in accordance with the law, a commerce ministry spokesman said at a press briefing in Beijing on Thursday.

He Yadong, spokesman for the Ministry of Commerce, was speaking in response to the review of Meta's acquisition of Manus, a Chinese-founded artificial intelligence platform.

"The Chinese government has always supported firms in engaging in overseas operations and international technological cooperation in accordance with laws and regulations for mutual benefit and win-win outcomes. However, it is important that enterprises involved in outbound investment, technology exports, cross-border data transfers and overseas mergers and acquisitions must comply with Chinese laws and regulations and complete all statutory procedures. The Ministry of Commerce, together with relevant authorities, will carry out a thorough assessment of the acquisition to ensure it aligns with laws and regulations concerning export controls, technology import and export, and outbound investment," the spokesman said.

Enterprises must comply with Chinese laws in outbound investment: spokesman