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Hong Kong launches smart ID cards
The Immigration Department of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government said on Thursday that Hong Kong has started replacing identity cards with smart ID cards in phases.
December28,2018
Competing ID services Verimi and Yes merge
The German industry is joining forces when it comes to the digital identity market: The previously competing German identification services Verimi and Yes are merging.
December07,2022
ENAV to strengthen itself in Romania with IDS AIRNAV
The company of air traffic controllers has won a contract worth €2.3 million in the context of an international tendering procedure carried out by Romatsa (Romanian Air Traffic Services Administration), the service provider for the air traffic control in the Republic of Romania.
September19,2020
Namibian students depart for China on nuclear energy, culture study tour
A group of 12 Namibian students aged between 13 and 16 departed on Saturday for a 10-day educational excursion to China aimed at exposing them to scientific innovation and cultural exchange.
September22,2025
Guangzhou subway accepts international contactless bank cards
The metro system in Guangzhou, capital of south China's Guangdong Province, began accepting contactless payments with major international bank cards of Mastercard, American Express, Visa and JCB, on Sunday.
October13,2025
606 foreigners in Beijing get permanent residence IDs
China has approved permanent residency for more than 1,800 foreigners since April, among those 606 are from Beijing, local authorities said Thursday.
June29,2018
Beijing issues prepaid cards for international visitors
The Chinese capital introduced the Beijing Pass, a multi-purpose card for international visitors, on Wednesday, facilitating their payment for transportation, tourist sites and shopping centers.
August01,2024
(FOCAC) Senior CPC official meets Namibian president
Cai Qi, a senior official of the Communist Party of China (CPC), on Thursday met with Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba, who is in Beijing for the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).
September06,2024
Shanghai issues prepaid travel cards for inbound travelers' convenience
Shanghai has released Shanghai Pass, a multipurpose prepaid travel card, to facilitate easy payment by inbound travelers and other visitors not in favor of mobile payment.
May22,2024
Chinese embassy donates books to Namibian library to boost cultural ties
The Chinese Embassy in Namibia on Wednesday donated 174 books to the National Library of Namibia as part of its efforts to deepen cultural and educational cooperation with the southern African country.
June05,2025
Feature: Namibian students gain firsthand experience with traditional Chinese medicine
What began as curiosity -- and a touch of culture shock -- ended with newfound confidence in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for a group of students at the University of Namibia (UNAM), who recently received a hands-on introduction to ear acupressure.
August18,2025
How to use your bank card to ride Chengdu Metro
Starting July 28, international travelers can use Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and UnionPay to ride the Chengdu Metro. Just tap and go. Multi-language support and bilingual service counters make your trip even easier.
July30,2025
606 foreigners in Beijing get permanent residence IDs
China has approved permanent residency for more than 1,800 foreigners since April, among those 606 are from Beijing, local authorities said Thursday.
June29,2018
Feature: A decade in China fuels Namibian woman's journey of learning, ambition
After more than a decade of living, studying, and traveling in China, 32-year-old Namibian urban planning expert Rosalia Shiweva has returned home with a master's degree, entrepreneurial drive, and a unique perspective on global development.
October13,2025
Chinese medical team imparts TCM knowledge to Namibian university students
The Chinese medical team in Namibia on Monday delivered a lecture on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to students from the University of Namibia, enabling them to have a better understanding of the TCM techniques.
August15,2023
Interview: China's non-coercive economic approach benefits developing nations: former Namibian envoy
Elia Kaiyamo, former Namibian ambassador to China, said that China's non-coercive economic approach has benefitted developing nations as new U.S. tariffs target some African countries.
September09,2025
Feature: Young Namibian dancers master Chinese dragon and lion dances
During the Chinese New Year, a group of passionate young Namibian dancers studying at the University of Namibia achieved a stunning feat by mastering the intricate art of dragon and lion dances, showcasing dedication, perseverance and cross-cultural exchange.
February18,2024
UnionPay cards to be issued in Europe
UnionPay International, a subsidiary of China's UnionPay, the country's largest bank card payment processor, announced Monday that it has entered into strategic cooperation with the Portuguese bank, Banco Comercial Portugues (BCP).
November21,2017
Thai agencies join hands to test Mobile ID for identity verification
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with related authorities for development of an identity verification system through electronic identity cards on mobile phones
January21,2020
Chinese medical team expands traditional Chinese medicine awareness in Namibian schools
The 15th Chinese medical team to Namibia on Wednesday continued to promote traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), with the introduction of acupuncture to learners and staff members at Amazing Kids Private School in the Namibian capital of Windhoek.
August15,2024
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