China -- June 15, 2006

• African officials affirm China's aid for development in Africa
• Chinese, Tajik presidents pledge to forge closer ties
• Chinese president foresees better strategic partnership with Kazakhstan
• Chinese bottle painting given as birthday gift for Queen Elizabeth II
• China urges political commitment to six-party talks

• China to play dozens of films to mark CPC's 85th birthday
• Fireworks, cruise and handshakes precede SCO summit
• Hu Jintao vows to enhance anti-terrorism cooperation with SCO members
• SCO won't become alternative to NATO
• SCO capable of solving problems independently: Russian official

• SCO stands on solid footing: Russian deputy FM
• State Council lists top priorities
• Summit of Shanghai Cooperation Organization to be broadcast live
• Vice-Premier calls for strengthened flood prevention