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flag China counters EU carbon tax, calls it unfair; Switzerland declares emergency after blast.

flag On January 1, 2026, China announced it would take countermeasures against the EU’s carbon border adjustment mechanism, calling the policy unjust and harmful to fair trade, while reaffirming its commitment to sustainable development and multilateralism. flag The country emphasized its role as a stabilizing global force, promoting cooperation and opposing nuclear proliferation. flag Domestically, China highlighted technological advancement and environmental protection. flag Meanwhile, a blast in Switzerland’s Valais canton triggered a state of emergency, causing injuries and structural damage, with authorities investigating possible causes including a gas leak, though no terrorism links have been confirmed.

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