Telecom carrier sets up branch in Russia

China United Network Communication Ltd, the country’s second-largest telecom carrier by subscribers, has set up a branch in Russia, as it accelerates steps to expand presence in countries and regions related to the Belt and Road Initiative. The new unit will be used as a platform to explore opportunities in Russia and expand the company’s telecom network to neighboring countries and regions, the company said in a statement. “Russia is the key point to connect Asia and Europe. We will boost efforts to build telecom infrastructure and expand connectivity across the economies,” China Unicom said. lor-made for Volvo’s Daqing factory. Meng said Volvo trains will run once a week on the line initially, and the number of weekly round trips may reach four to five by the end of the year, depending on the company’s export needs to Europe. Tuesday that broiler farms in Belarus plan to pass certification to supply products to the Chinese market. The minister told reporters at the international agricultural expo, Belagro 2017, that the Chinese market is one of the most promising for the supply of Belarusian agricultural products. Zayats said that Belarus had strengthened its supplies to China. He added that on June 16 experts from the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine of China will conduct inspections in Belarus for the accreditation of local meat processing companies. The minister noted that in July it is going to sign an agreement that gives Belarusian companies the right to supply beef to the Chinese market. Zayats added that 34 dairies are already certified to supply milk to the Chinese market. looking to connect with local and regional firms in Africa. “It will be an opportunity for the local community to develop direct trading links with high-end Chinese product manufacturers,” Meyrick said. She noted that the event will provide a trade environment that will help create stronger ties between Chinese companies and the local business community, looking to source products and services from China.