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BEIJING Authentic Jonnu Smith Jersey , Dec. 21 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Keqiang on Thursday sent a congratulatory message on the launch of the construction of the first phase of the China-Thailand railway project.

 

Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha attended the opening ceremony of the project held Thursday in Kele, northern Thailand.

 

The China-Thailand railway project is a flagship project of bilateral cooperation in the Belt and Road Initiative and production capacity, which reflects the spirit of wide consultation, joint construction and shared benefits, Li said in the message.

 

It is a win-win project Authentic Taywan Taylor Jersey , and will effectively enhance the infrastructure construction and interconnectivity in Thailand and the region, facilitate the sustainable development of Thailand, drive the development and prosperity in the region and improve the people's livelihood, Li said.

 

The Chinese premier hoped the two sides would continue to keep close cooperation, complete the first phase of the China-Thailand railway with high quality Authentic Adoree' Jackson Jersey , steadily push ahead the related work about the second phase of the project, and strive to realize the interconnection of the China-Thailand railway and the China-Laos railway.

 

That will facilitate the trade and travel of people in the countries along the railway, and achieve a win-win situation, he added.

 

Li also noted that China attaches great importance to the development of the friendly relations between China and Thailand.

 

China is willing to work together with Thailand to strengthen their respective development strategies, and constantly advance the win-win pragmatic cooperation between the two countries with the railway cooperation project and to further promote the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two counties Authentic Corey Davis Jersey , he said.

 

The planned China-Thai railway stretches 867 km, from Nong Khai on the Thai-Lao border to Rayong in eastern Thailand. The initial phase, at 252 km long, runs between Bangkok and Nakhon Ratchasima.

 

The railway is planned to connect with China-Lao railway from Vientiane to Kunming in China's southern Yunnan Province, and to extend through the south Johnathan Cyprien Jersey , via Kuala Lumpur, capital of Malaysia, and finally ending in Singapore.

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JERUSALEM, March 22 (Xinhua) -- The Israeli army said on Sunday it kicked off on a surprise drill in southern Israel along the Gaza Strip border.

 

The military exercise will run until Sunday night, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Spokesperson said in a statement.

 

The unexpected drill comes nearly six months after Israel's military campaign in the Gaza Strip known as Operation Protective Edge last summer.

 

The drill combines air and ground forces and simulates different scenarios like infiltrations on border with the Gaza Strip and kidnapping attempts against Israelis. It also includes rocket fire on Israeli communities near the Gaza border.

 

The IDF spokesperson could not give an exact amount of soldiers taking part in the drill.

 

The drill is "part of a range of activities that take place throughout the year to improve operational readiness in Gaza Sylvester Williams Jersey , and is designed to improve the IDF's competence," the statement added.

 

This is the second drill to take place this month. Three weeks ago, the IDF carried out a surprise, wide-scale drill in the West Bank, ordering 3 Logan Ryan Jersey ,000 reserve soldiers to report to their units.

 

The West Bank drill might have been associated with recent military assessments forecasting a possible outbreak of violence by Palestinians in April, amid the deteriorating security situation and the deadlocked diplomatic negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians.

 

MADRID, March 6 (Xinhua) -- After last weekend saw a subtle alteration at the top of the BBVA Primera Liga, matchday 27 promises to once again make the three title contenders dip deep for their results.

 

Last week saw Real Madrid take a draw from Atletico in the Madrid derby, a result which keeps them three points clear of their neighbors Josh Kline Jersey , while allowing Barcelona, who defeated Almeria 4-1 to close to within one point of the leadership.

 

Barca will have the chance to return to the top of the table on Saturday when they travel to third from bottom Valladolid.

 

On paper it should be a comfortable win for Tata Martino's players, but in reality it could pose problems given that the majority of the Barca squad have been away on midweek international duty and will return tired after their travels.

 

Meanwhile Valladolid may be in the relegation zone, but in recent weeks they have shown themselves a tough outfit to defeat with just one defeat in six games (against Atletico Madrid) and although they have won just one of those games the way the table stands at the moment, two dropped points in a draw would be disastrous for Barca.

 

Real Madrid have an easier game Eric Decker Jersey , although 'easy' is never an adjective that should be used to describe Levante, who visit the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on Sunday.

 

Joaquin Caparros' side are known as one of the toughest sides in La Liga and are sure to present a stiff physical challenge to Ronaldo, Benzema, Bale and company.

 

Atletico Madrid meanwhile face a potentially fatal game for their title hopes as they visit Celta Vigo.

 

Celta may have lost in Elche last weekend, but Luis Enrique's side are now playing good attacking football and are more than capable of taking a point off Atletico Madrid in the Balaidos Stadium.

 

This game promises to be a contrast between Celta's open attacking football and Atletico's organization and speed on the break.

 

There are several other vital matches to be played and few more important that Getafe's visit to play bottom of the table Betis. Getafe have not won in 11 games and failure to beat a side destined for relegation would probably mean the sack for coach Luis Garcia.

 

Granada are another side in trouble and need three points at home to a Vill.