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25.02.22

Sports achievements

Athletes of the «Pentathlon» club of Pazardzhik successfully competed in the second stage of the Bulgarian Fencing Cup, which took place in the period from February 19 to 20 this year in the city of Varna. Representatives of the sister city won 2 silver and 2 bronze medals.

 Exhibition of creative works
In the period from 05 to 18 March this year, an exhibition of creative works by artists dedicated to the peculiarities of visual perception will be held in the city of Beziers. The exposition was prepared by the Association of Folk Art of the sister city, which has been organizing master classes, thematic seminars, training courses and other introductory events on various types of art for more than 60 years.

Training webinars
The sister city of Des Moines will host a series of webinars dedicated to advanced methods of interaction with staff, attracting talented young people to work. As part of the training, special attention will be paid to internship programs for school graduates and young professionals. Thematic reports will be delivered by experts and representatives of the business community.

The reconstruction of residential quarters in Zhejiang city
For more than three years, a residential improvement program has been implemented in the twin city of Zhenjiang. In 2022, it is planned to renovate 74 blocks with a total area of about 950,000 sq.m. Construction work is scheduled to begin in March this year

 Further improvement of the city of Yerevan
A program to install solar panels on the roofs of apartment buildings is being implemented in the sister city of Yerevan. The equipment is installed on more than 90 buildings. Work on the installation and connection to the network of photovoltaic stations continues. The use of environmental technologies is aimed at saving electricity consumption.

Мeasures to counter the spread of COVID-19
In order to counteract the spread of a new coronavirus infection in the sister city of Changzhou, a fast navigation system based on the My Changzhou application has been developed, which allows you to identify the most closely located COVID-19 testing laboratories. The city service provides full information about more than 100 organizations that carry out testing.

18.02.22

City celebrations
On February 19, 2022, commemorative events dedicated to Vasil Levski, one of the famous fighters for the liberation of Bulgaria from the Ottoman yoke, will take place in the city of Pazardzhik. In the sister city, flowers were laid at the monument of the national hero, a solemn memorial service was organized.

Further development of Beziers
The sister city of Beziers has been actively participating for several years in a national program aimed at stimulating business development in the historical center of the city. The project includes the reconstruction of retail facilities and the reconstruction of commercial real estate in accordance with modern requirements, as well as the provision of premises for rent.

Book festival

The Book festival will be held in the sister city of Des Moines in March. Within the event, meetings will be organized with Iowa well-known writers and aspiring authors who will present their work experience. Discussion will also be organized for the long-awaited books of 2022.

Attracting investments

On February 14 , the official signing ceremony of the most significant investment projects "New Wave", which will be realized in 2022, took place in the sister city of Zhenjiang. During the videoconference 24 projects were concluded in the areas of industry and services. The total investment is 21.1 billions of Yuan.

Further development of Yerevan
In the sister city of Yerevan, further improvement has been developed. Considerable attention is paid to providing outdoor lighting to the city, about 17,000 energy-saving lamps are installed on the streets and yards.

Economic development of Changzhou
On February 15 , the leadership of the sister city of Changzhou met with a delegation of the branch of the Development Bank of China in Jiangsu Province. During the event, the significant financial support of the bank in the implementation of major urban projects in the field of transport infrastructure, environmental protection of the Yangtze River, intellectual production and urbanization of a new type was noted. There was also a discussion of further prospects for urban development.

11.02.22

Music festival
The 47th traditional festival «Winter Musical Evenings named after Professor Ivan Spasov» was opened in the sister city of Pazardzhik. The organizers of the event are the Mayor's Office of the Pazardzhik, representatives of the business community of the sister city. In 2022, the festival was organized for the first time with the financial support of the Bulgarian Ministry of Culture. The Deputy Minister of Culture of Bulgaria and Mayor of Pazardzhik made a welcoming speech at the opening of the festival and noted that this classical music festival was the one with such a long and continuous history. The thematic exhibition “Classical Music and Pazardzhik” is also presented within the framework of the event.

Festival of Japanese culture
From February 19 to March 05 this year, the Festival of Japanese culture will be held in the city of Beziers. The libraries and medialibraries of the sister city will provide seminars, master classes, exhibitions and presentations dedicated to national traditions, art and culture of Japan, which are gaining increasing popularity among French youth.

Training seminars

In February of this year, training seminars for leaders and managers of enterprises and organizations will be held in the sister city of Des Moines. The events will feature practical tools and resources that contribute to the development of an inclusive corporate culture. Seminars are organized online.

Participation in the Olympiad organization
On February 04 of this year, the opening of the Winter Olympic Games took place in Beijing. The sister city of Zhenjiang took an active part in the organization of sports events. The enterprises of the city produced specialized equipment for Olympic facilities. Hats and gloves for athletes and guests of the Olympics are also made at the city’s factories for the production of knitwear. All products are eco-friendly and manufactured using advanced technologies.

Development of the city of Yerevan
The Mayor's Office of the sister city of Yerevan pays special attention to the further improvement of the capital of the Republic of Armenia. The transport reform is being implemented, new buses have been purchased. It is also planned to purchase new trolleybuses and modernize public transport stops. It was also decided to increase the number of employees engaged in sanitary cleaning of streets.

Development of the tourism industry

During the National Spring Festival, the sister city of Changzhou was visited by more than 2.6 million tourists. As part of the excursion programs, tourists got acquainted with the sights, national customs, traditions and crafts. Exhibitions and presentations were also organized; performances and entertainment shows were held. The most popular among tourists were the interactive Dinosaur Park, the natural complex of Yancheng district, the Tanmu Lake resort.

21.01.22

City celebrations
On January 14, 2022, solemn events dedicated to the 144th anniversary of liberation from the Ottoman yoke were held in the sister city of Pazardzhik. As part of the celebration, flowers were laid at the monuments to the heroes of the Russian-Turkish war. The solemn ceremony was attended by the leadership of the city and the region, residents and guests of Pazardzhik.

City holiday
On January 30 this year, a Truffle Festival will be held in sister city of Beziers. Within the frame of the event, a fair of truffles and gastronomic products of local producers is planned. Visitors will also be presented the development of the culture of growing and collecting this type of mushrooms.

International conference
In the sister city of Des Moines, one of the world's largest centers of the insurance business, an international conference on the prospects for the development of this area is expected to be held in April this year. The event will be attended by leading experts and international level insurance specialists. The panel discussions will focus on topical issues of global risks, diversity, equality and inclusiveness of the population.

Development of high-tech production
On January 13 this year, a conference for representatives of high-tech enterprises was held in the city of Zhenjiang. During the event, the main directions of development of this area were discussed, information was provided on existing measures to support innovative production and knowledge-intensive fields implemented in the sister city.

Culture development
The Mayor's Office of the sister city of Yerevan has developed a program for the renovation of the HayArt Cultural Center, founded in 1997 to develop various genres of art and organize regional cultural events. The program supposes the building reconstruction, premises development, modernization of lighting and equipment. Innovative technologies are being actively introduced into the activities of the Center.

Cooperation in the field of innovation
On January 17 this year, the Chinese-Israeli online conference dedicated to cooperation in the field of innovation was held in the sister city of Changzhou. During the conference, issues of support for innovative research were discussed, agreements were reached on further cooperation in the field of development between industrial enterprises. The 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between two countries was also marked.

14.01.22

Solemn events
Solemn events dedicated to the 174th anniversary of the birth of Hristo Botev, a famous Bulgarian poet and active participant in the liberation of Bulgaria from the Ottoman yoke, took place in the sister city of Pazardzhik. The ceremony of laying flowers at the monument of the national hero was attended by the Mayor of Pazardzhik, the Governor of the Pazardzhik region, deputies, members of the public, residents and other guests of the sister city. An online contest of children's drawings dedicated to Hristo Botev has also been organized.

Preventive measures
In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, and because of a sharp increase in the required quantity of tests, two new screening centers have been opened in the sister city of Beziers since January 13, 2022. PCR testing and antigen tests for a new coronavirus infection will be carried out in the laboratories.

Small business support
In order to further support small business representatives in the sister city of Des Moines, Top Five for Small Business Series online training has been developed. Representatives of the expert community in various fields will present reports on specific topics based on five key areas of solving issues. The program is implemented from January to October 2022.

Exhibition of Modern Calligraphy
On January 06 of this year, the opening of the Exhibition of Modern Calligraphy took place in the sister city of Zhenjiang. The exhibition presents 184 works, including 82 works from China, 55 works from Japan and 47 works from South Korea. Currently, the city of Zhenjiang claims the honorary title of "Cultural Capital of East Asia" and actively cooperates with the cities of the region through the organization of various cultural events.

Development of tourism

A new digital project - a tourist platform is being implemented in the sister city of Yerevan. The website presents the most significant information about the history of the city, sights, and geographical maps in three languages. There are also announcements of tours, excursions, interesting events, which will contribute to the development of tourism and expand its geography.

Development of intellectual tourism
By the end of 2021, the Dinosaur Theme Park and the Tianmu Lake area of the sister city of Changzhou were included in the List of the most picturesque places in Jiangsu Province that successfully implement innovative technologies. Since 2006, a number of intellectual tourism programs, other services and systems have been implemented there.

24.12.21

Participation in the national fencing tournament
Representatives of the Pentathlon sports club of the sister city of Pazardzhik successfully performed at the national fencing tournament. One of the best results was shown by the women's team, which won two silver medals, the representatives of the men’s team were among the 8 best athletes in the country. Sports competitions were held on December 18-19 in Sofia (Republic of Bulgaria).


Creation of a multimedia entertainment complex
It is planned to create an international thematic complex of the media industry in the sister city of Beziers by 2025. A film studio, entertainment centers, as well as shops, hotels, restaurants will be located on the territory of more than 80 hectares. This complex will specialize in interactive games and virtual reality.

Award for economic achievements
On December 16 this year, the winners of the 2021 Economic Impact Award were announced in the sister city of Des Moines. Such achievements of companies as job creation, capital investment and facility expansion were considered. The award was first presented to companies that had made a significant contribution to the economic development of the city of Des Moines in 1982.

Development of international cooperation
Ten winners of the contest to determine the best souvenir products have been announced in the sister city of Zhenjiang. The presented products have a symbolic meaning. Souvenir products will be used for international exchanges in order to further develop friendly relations with foreign countries.

Implementation of the environmental project
The project has been implemented in the sister city of Yerevan, aimed at raising awareness of children about waste recycling. Within the framework of the project, training courses were organized in Yerevan schools, thematic manuals were developed, and containers for sorting paper and plastic were installed. The educational institutions taken the most active part in the project were awarded special prizes for the important social and environmental work.

Development of water management
Since the beginning of 2021, the city of Changzhou has been implementing innovative approaches in urban water management. In December of this year, seven city water objects were included in the list of specially protected areas of Jiangsu Province. Identification and protection of water heritage sites contributes to the further implementation of the Yangtze River Delta Economic Belt and the Grand Canal Cultural Belt.

17.12.21

Victory in the Bulgarian Badminton Championship
The women's team of the Badminton-Skoush Club sports club of the sister city of Pazardzhik became the winner of the Bulgarian Badminton Championship among people under 19. Twelve teams took part in the final of the national competition. The championship was held on December 4-5 in the city of Oryakhovo (Republic of Bulgaria).

Further urban improvement
In December of this year, the implementation of the second stage of the construction program for the energy efficiency of residential buildings was completed in the sister city of Pazardzhik. Repair work has been carried out at more than 20 houses.

Bird biodiversity conservation
In order to preserve the number of birds living in the region, the Bird Protection League works in the sister city of Beziers. With the support of the Mayor's Office, the organization conducts numerous awareness-raising activities, provides advisory assistance to enterprises and farms on biodiversity issues and treats affected birds.

Strategic priorities of urban development
The sister city of Des Moines presents strategic priorities for long-range urban development. In 2022, it is planned to pay special attention to business support, the large-scale investment program aimed at improving and creating a comfortable urban environment, as well as the airport modernization in order to further develop international business and commercial trips. One of the priority areas is also solving problems in the social and housing spheres.

Development of cooperation with leading Chinese specialists
On December 13 of this year, the leadership of the sister city of Zhenjiang took part in the Online Conference of Jiangsu Province and the 13th Zhenjiang Conference on Entrepreneurship and Innovation for leading specialists of Chinese origin living abroad. More than 100 participants from 15 countries discussed the possibilities of further cooperation. Agreements on cooperation in the field of new energy, research in the field of medicine and big data were signed.

Preparation for the winter period
To prepare for the winter period, new multifunctional snow-cleaning vehicles have been purchased in the sister city of Yerevan. In total, more than 60 equipment items will provide snow removal on the streets of the Armenian capital. It is planned to create operational offices in the administrative districts of the city to monitor the work, record appeals and prompt response.

Development of the auto industry
A new enterprise for the development and production of air conditioning systems, as well as high-quality electronic control systems for cars was opened in the National High-Tech Industrial Wujing Zone of the sister city of Changzhou. It is assumed that the latest equipment will be used in the production of vehicles of the largest automakers in the world.

03.12.21

Effective activity of the museum
On November 30 of this year, a general meeting of the members of the Association of Bulgarian Museums was held in Sofia. For the fourth time, the director of the Regional Historical Museum of the sister of Pazardzhik was elected chairman of the association, which is a recognition of achievements and a well-deserved assessment of the effective cultural and educational activities of the institution. About 130 museums and art galleries of the Republic of Bulgaria are members of the Association of Bulgarian Museums.

Charity event
On the eve of the New Year holidays, an annual charity event for people in difficult life situations has been announced in the sister city of Beziers. Those who wish can prepare New Year's gifts and create a festive atmosphere for people in need. More than 30 locations to collect basic necessities, food, leisure supplies, etc. have been organized in the city. Last year, the residents of the sister city prepared about 6,000 gifts.

Economic Development Forum

Public Policy Issue Forum on the topic of Inclusive Economic Development will be held via videoconference in the sister city of Des Moines on December 14 this year. Within the framework of the panel sessions, it is planned to discuss strategies for the sustainable economy, ensuring a fair distribution, as well as creating equal opportunities for all. The event will be attended by representatives of expert and public organizations.

Measures to protect endangered species of animals

In the sister city of Zhenjiang December of this year has been declared the month of protection of water animals in the Yangtze River. A number of educational events will be held in the city, the Fund for the Protection of Endangered Animals has been organized. A Declaration on the Protection of Rare Animals and the Ecosystem of the Yangtze River has been published.

Implementation of the "Yerevan Buses Program

As part of the further implementation of the "Yerevan Buses Program", a number of agreements were signed in the sister city of Yerevan at the end of November this year, involving the purchase of 100 new buses. The vehicles will be used to expand the autopark of the Armenian capital. New 12-meter buses with low seating will run on natural gas.

Development of innovative production
The Changzhou Municipal People's Government pays special importance to the organization of research activities and the development of innovative production in the field of biomedicine, the creation of modern materials, new energy sources and many other areas. During 2021, more than 2.5 thousand high-tech products were registered in the sister city, which is 10.3% more than in the previous year.

26.11.21

Sports achievements
The men's volleyball team "Heber" of the sister city of Pazardzhik has successfully played at the qualifying games and will take part in the annual volleyball tournament with the participation of leading European clubs - the European Champions League, which is the best achievement among the volleyball teams of Bulgaria. The Mayor's Office of the city of Pazardzhik has decided to repair the V. Levski sports hall in order to effectively prepare for participation in the international competition.

Festive events
On November 27, a Christmas fair dedicated to the New Year holidays will be held in the city of Beziers. Visitors will be able to purchase seasonal products. A diverse entertainment program, a light and music show, a petting zoo for children will be organized. An ice rink will also work for residents and guests of the sister city.

Annual competition for enterprises
The city of Des Moines has organized an annual competition "Best of the West Awards", aimed at creating comfortable conditions for the life and activities of citizens. Residents of the sister city are invited to vote for the most visited places of recreation, retail stores, catering outlets, etc. The winners will be determined in 50 nominations. The awarding of the most successful enterprises will take place at the beginning of December this year.

Zhenjiang socio-economic development
On November 24, an information on the socio-economic development of the city of Zhenjiang was presented at the XIII Congress of the Communist Party of China of Jiangsu Province in Nanjing. The high results achieved in creating comfortable conditions for living, business and further development of the tourism industry were noted.

International forum on ecology
An international forum dedicated to the creation of cleaner and greener cities was held in the sister city of Yerevan. During the thematic sessions, the possibilities of implementing programs for the management of urban and hazardous household waste, pollution prevention were considered. Special attention is paid to the grants to educational institutions and youth creativity centers for the creation of eco-clubs and the promotion of environmental ideas.

Development of e-commerce
Four enterprises of the sister city of Changzhou are included in the list of Jiangsu Province organizations that most successfully carry out business processes, financial and trade transactions using e-networks. In recent years, the city of Changzhou has paid special attention to the digital transformation of such sectors of the economy as manufacturing, agriculture and trade. In order to ensure high-quality development and achieve economic stability, it is also planned to develop innovative business models in the future.

19.11.21

New Year events
In the sister city of Pazardzhik a competition for children's letters dedicated to Christmas and New Year will be held from November 18 to December 17 this year. A variety of creative works in the original design are accepted to participate in the competition: drawings, poems, etc. Participants who submitted the most beautiful letters will receive New Year's gifts.

Festive decoration of the city
In the sister city of Beziers, on the eve of Christmas and New Year, special attention is paid to the festive decoration of squares and streets. In the center of the city there are winter art objects: 550 glowing fir trees, giant crystals and balls, as well as the figure of a huge polar bear. It is assumed that the bright decoration will create a festive atmosphere and will be an ideal place for New Year's photos.

Winter Farmers' Market

The opening of the Winter Farmers' Market will take place on November 20 in the sister city of Des Moinest. Food products from more than 70 local agricultural producers will be presented there. Buyers will also be able to purchase New Year's gifts and holiday decorations. Performances by musicians and various master classes will be organized for visitors.

Measures to prevent the spread of COVID
A meeting on the spread of coronavirus infection issues was held at the Mayor's office of the sister city of Zhenjiang on November 16 this year. With the winter period, special attention is expected to be paid to preventive measures. Work is promoted to increase the testing capabilities of a significant coverage of the population, to continue vaccination. Currently, vaccination is available for citizens and children from the age of three.

Further development of the city
In the sister city of Yerevan, active work is underway to create a comfortable urban environment. Comprehensive landscaping of the Koltsevoy Park has been carried out. The work was organized in several directions: landscaping the territory, installing new lighting and irrigation systems, cleaning the Getar River bed. Bicycle paths have been allocated in the park, new benches have been installed. As part of the program, the first city skate park was built that meets international standards.

Measures to prevent the spread of COVID
In the sister city of Changzhou, at one of the city hospitals, the first mobile automated laboratory for testing nucleic acids was created. The laboratory consists of three separate units for the preparation of reagents, processing and analysis of samples, which meets the requirements of the second level of biological safety. Using high-tech equipment, from 4,000 to 5,000 samples for coronavirus infection are tested daily 24/7.

12.11.21

Traditional sports event
As part of promoting a healthy lifestyle among school students, on November 03, the traditional athletics cross "Golden Autumn", organized with the support of the Mayor's office of the sister city, was organized in the Freedom Island park of Pazardzhik. The sports event was attended by teams of educational institutions of the city. The winners were awarded with memorable prizes.

City festival
In order to further develop the tourist potential on November 05-06 the Second City Festival was held in the sister city of Beziers.
Within the framework of the event, presentations of various drinks, master classes of local producers, food outlets with national cuisine were organized. The festival was accompanied by performances by musicians of the sister city.

Annual award for the development of inclusivity
On November 10 the results of the Ninth Annual Inclusion Award among organizations engaged in the development of an inclusive corporate culture were summed up in Des Moines. In 2021, four sister city enterprises actively implementing programs and projects aimed at ensuring social justice and equality in the workplace were declared winners.

Sports achievements

On November 10 the official reception of athletes with disabilities who have achieved significant sporting results took place at the City Hall of Zhenjiang. At the Tokyo Paralympic Games, three representatives of the sister city won four gold medals, setting two world records; five athletes won four gold and two silver medals in table tennis, javelin, discus and weightlifting at the recently concluded National Paralympic Games. Zhenjiang ranks еру first among the cities of Jiangsu Province, in the number of gold medals of athletes with disabilities.

Russian-language version of the tourist guide
A Russian-language version of the Yerevan in your pocket tourist booklet has been published in the sister city of Yerevan. The guide contains information about historical monuments of the capital of Armenia, museums, theaters, embassies and consulates, hotels, entertainment centers and other places of tourist interest. Special attention is paid to the national peculiarities and cultural traditions of the country.

Measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19
In the educational institutions of the sister city of Changzhou classes have resumed since November 10 of this year, New protocols have been introduced to prevent the spread of coronavirus infection. Systematic disinfection of premises is carried out, work is being organized to ensure the correct wearing of masks, temperature measurement, periodical start of classes and meals. It is planned to conduct COVID-19 tests for 10% of teachers and students of each school during the first week of training,

29.10.21

World Cup in majorette sports
Athletes of the women's team «Mystery» of the sister city of Pazardzhik took part in the World Cup in majorette sports. The event was held on October 24th this year in the city of Zadar, Republic of Croatia. 34 teams from 10 countries of the world took part in the sports event. The team of the city of Pazardzhik won the championship, winning an additional three gold and one bronze medals in different age categories. The athletes of the sister city expressed their gratitude to the Mayor of Pazardzhik Todor Popov for the financial support of the sport.

Sporting performance
Alexander Lloveras, a representative of one of the sports clubs of the sister city of Beziers, took part in the Paralympic Games in Tokyo (Japan), winning gold and silver medals in tandem cycling. The Mayor of Beziers congratulated the cyclist on the outstanding sporting achievements and presented memorable awards.

Promoting economic development
The Greater Des Moines Partnership, an association of entrepreneurs of the sister city of Des Moines, was awarded a prestigious award for organizing activities to assist small and medium-sized businesses, provide support measures to industries in order to restore the economy in a pandemic. The practice of placing glowing balloons in the city center for attention to city attractions, retail outlets and public catering is recognized as one of the best and recommended for implementation in other cities.

Harvest Festival
The agricultural sector accounts for a significant share of the sister city of Zhenjiang economy. In order to support local farms, a Harvest Festival was organized. A wide range of seasonal products was presented at the activity. Visitors of the event had the opportunity to purchase the necessary food and goods at affordable prices.

Energy saving program of the sister city of Yerevan
As part of the implementation of the energy saving program of Yerevan, it is planned to carry out capital repair in six kindergartens of the sister city. In order to reduce financial costs and CO2 emissions, it is planned to install LED lamps, solar panels, seismic and thermal insulation modernization. In the context of a pandemic, special importance is attached to ensuring compliance of preschool institutions with sanitary standards.

New projects in the sister city of Changzhou
A conference dedicated to attracting investments was held in the sister city of Changzhou, during which 18 projects involving the construction of specialized centers for the provision of financial services, scientific and technological development, artificial intelligence, talent pool, and large shopping complexes were presented. One of the projects is aimed at creating a modern district with a developed infrastructure, comfortable conditions for studying, living and business.

22.10.21

Open Badminton Championship
Representatives of the Badminton Squash sports club of the sister city of Pazardzhik took part in the Open Badminton Championship, which took place on October from 16th to 17th this year in the city of Nicosia (Republic of Cyprus). Athletes of the city of Pazardzhik became prize-winners of the competition, winning a bronze medal in the women's doubles title for the first time.

Organization of mass sports events
On October 24th this year, residents and guests of the sister city of Beziers will be able to take part in a number of sports and mass events. For people who prefer a healthy lifestyle, races at a distance of 10, 15 and 20 km have been organized, and a 10 km walking route has also been developed. The peculiarity of the event is that the tracks are laid along the most significant historical sites that contributes to familiarization with the cultural heritage of the city.

Entrepreneurship Week
Within the framework of the World Entrepreneurship Week, which will be held from 08th to 12th November this year, forums, seminars, training courses for small and medium-sized businesses, representatives of developing companies will be organized in the sister city of Des Moines. The events will focus on modern strategies for the development of startups, support measures and opportunities for attracting investment.

Popularization of national culture
To attract attention to historical attractions and popularize national traditions, the Jinshan Festival of Culture and Art, as well as the International Tourism Festival, were held in the city of Zhenjiang. Residents and guests of the sister city took part in master classes on folk art, literary and musical performances, contests of national cuisine, entertainment events were organized.

Event in the sister city of Yerevan
In order to adapt children with disabilities, chronic diseases, as well as underprivileged children, the annual event «Evening of Dreams» was held in the sister city of Yerevan. More than a hundred children had the opportunity to take part in various master classes, contests, and games. Memorable gifts were also presented to the participants of the event.

Changzhou robotics industry chain standards Alliance
One of the key industries of Changzhou is the development of automated technical systems, in this regard, the Robotics industry chain standards Alliance has been established in the sister city. The main task is to develop regulatory documentation, stimulate further implementation of innovative technologies in the fields of mechanical engineering, new energy, food industry, medicine, electronics. The Alliance includes research institutes, state-owned institutions, educational organizations, as well as private enterprises.

15.10.21

Celebration of the Day of the Bulgarian Community
On October 12 of this year, residents of the sister city of Pazardzhik celebrated the Day of the Bulgarian Community – the national holiday of the Republic of Bulgaria. As part of the celebration, a solemn meeting of the City Duma was held. The Mayor of Pazardzhik Todor Popov, the Governor of the Pazardzhik region, as well as representatives of political parties made a welcoming speech.

Women's football development
The women's football club of the sister city of Beziers has been awarded one of the prestigious sports awards as the club with the most complete representation. Currently, the club has sections for young athletes from six years old, youth and adult players. The club consists of 110 professional athletes. The club's management noted that in order to achieve high results, constant sport promotion and selection of sports-gifted children in schools and colleges are carried out, Open Days are organized.

Winter farm market
On November 20th and December 04th this year, an annual open-air winter farm market will be held in the sister city of Des Moines. At the fair, buyers will be able to purchase seasonal products from local manufacturers. Fruits, vegetables, meat products, dairy products, various honey, jams and sauces will be presented in a large assortment. On the eve of the holidays, the products of local artists and artisans are especially popular.

National holiday
On October 14th this year, a number of events were held in the sister city of Zhenjiang, organized as part of the national holiday symbolizing respect for the people of the older generation - the Double Ninth Festival. The holiday has a thousand-year history, special importance is attached to the observance of cultural traditions and customs. On this day, gifts are presented to the elderly, traditional national dishes are prepared.

International chess competition opening in Yerevan
A ceremonial opening of the International chess tournament «Yerevan Open», one of the largest competitions in the Republic of Armenia, took place in the sister city of Yerevan. The organizer was the Yerevan Chess Federation in cooperation with the Mayor's office of the city of Yerevan. More than 300 chess players from 14 countries of the world with a FIDE rating take part in the tournament. There are grandmasters and international masters.

5G expansion in the sister city of Changzhou
To create a sound telecom infrastructure more than 10,000 5G base stations has rolled out in the sister city of Changzhou. New generation communication services are available in urban areas, major townships, key scenic spots, as well as in the most industrial parks and leading enterprises. As a result of the rapid growth to the 5G transition, the number of users reached about 1,200 million people in six months, which is 6.4 percent higher compared to last year. The process of 5G integration has also rolled out in various industries of manufacturing, agriculture, as well as healthcare.

08.10.21

Participation in the National Championship of the Republic of Bulgaria
In the period from 01st to 03rd October this year, the national Kickboxing Championship of the Republic of Bulgaria was held in the city of Varna. More than 240 athletes representing 42 sports clubs of the country took part in the event.
According to the results of the competition, the athletes of the Spartak kickboxing club of the sister city of Pazardzhik won 11 medals, specifically 2 gold, 4 silver and 5 bronze.

Education system development
In the sister city of Beziers, comprehensive efforts are being carried out to further develop the general education system. Considerable attention is paid to the reconstruction of educational institutions, equipping of school canteens, repair of surroundings and playgrounds. Large-scale construction work is underway to build a new elementary school, the peculiarity of which is an unusual layout without of corridors. Classrooms will have separate exits to the school yard. The construction is scheduled to be completed in September 2022.

Career guidance counseling among students
On October 14th this year, an online career guidance seminar for high school students of general education institutions will be held in the sister city of Des Moines. Within the framework of the webinar, the access to specialized education in the field of information technology will be discussed as the most promising area of career development, information about two and four-year educational programs implemented in secondary and higher educational institutions of Des Moines will be presented.

Auditing of educational institutions
At the end of September this year, a comprehensive inspection of the security and educational activities of the Jiangsu University of the sister city of Zhenjiang took place. Special attention was paid to the work of checkpoints, student dormitories, catering. The university administration also addressed the students with congratulations on the full-time study.

Exhibition-fair dedicated to the International Day of older persons
On the International Day of older persons, an exhibition-fair of works by representatives of the older generation was held in the sister city of Yerevan. Handmade products, as well as published books created by elderly people were presented at the fair. The organizer was the charity organization «Mission Armenia» by the support of the Mayor's office of the city of Yerevan, the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs of the Republic of Armenia.

Project implementation for production of mechanical production equipment
In the National High-Tech District of the sister city of Changzhou, a signing ceremony was held for the project of SID, the leading company in the field of planning and construction of complete shredding installations. The company designs, manufactures and erects a wide range of waste recycling equipment.
As part of the project, it is planned to build the production center for high-end mechanical equipment in the Sino-Swiss (Changzhou) International Industrial Innovation Park. It is assumed that the annual sales of manufactured products will reach 500 million yuan.

01.10.21

Exhibition of graphic works
On October 01 of this year, the Fourth Graphic Exhibition named after Georgy Gerasimov, a famous artist and a native of the city of Pazardzhik, was opened in the Stanislav Dospevski Art Gallery of the sister city of Pazardzhik. The exhibition presents more than 150 creative works by 69 artists. At the end of the exhibition, the best paintings will be awarded. The event was organized with the financial support of the Mayor's Office of the sister city.

Reconstruction of the architectural monument
In the first half of 2022 in the sister city of Beziers it is planned to reconstruct one of the ancient bridges, which is an architectural monument. To improve the accessibility of the tourist route, a lift will be installed next to the historical building and a parking for 350 places will be organized. In order to preserve the natural landscape of the area, 150 trees are also supposed to be planted.

Startups presentation
On September 29 this year, the Scientific Center of the sister city of Des Moines hosted the annual Demo Day of companies, which was attended by representatives of business, expert and public organizations, prospective investors. Within the framework of the event, the 10 best startups were presented, as well as information about their achievements, products and services introduced. The main attention is paid to the possibilities of further business development and implementation of innovative projects.

Reconstruction of the Grand Canal
More than 100 million tons of cargo are delivered annually in the area of the sister city of Zhenjiang by the Grand Canal. In order to increase the capacity, work is currently underway on the reconstruction of waterways, which will allow the use of vessels with a carrying capacity of up to 100 tons. The irrigation system will also be upgraded and the ecological landscape along the Grand Canal will be improved.

Purchase of specialized equipment
In order to further develop the sister city of Yerevan, more than 35 units of specialized equipment were purchased for the municipal landscaping company. Modern equipment is provided for the organization of irrigation, pruning of green spaces, cleaning and sorting of waste.

Mid-Autumn Festival
The sister city of Changzhou hosted the Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival. During the holiday, more than 330 thousand residents and guests of the city visited eight main attractions of Changzhou. The revenues from the visit amounted to about 43 million yuan, which indicates an increase in demand for tourist services in the sister city.

24.09.21

Celebration of the Independence Day of the Republic of Bulgaria
Solemn events dedicated to the 113th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Bulgaria, a national holiday celebrated annually on September 22th, were held in the sister city of Pazardzhik. The Mayor of the city of Pazardzhik Todor Popov, as well as deputies of the State Duma of the Republic of Bulgaria, representatives of political parties addressed to the residents of the city with a congratulatory speech online. A festive concert was organized for residents and guests of the city on the central square.

French language study
In order to promote the social adaptation and integration of children of foreign origin, additional French language courses have been created for more than 4.5 thousand students of educational institutions in the sister city of Beziers. Classes are held in small groups by teachers and volunteers. Parents of secondary school students are also able to take part in the training program.

Promotion of healthy lifestyles
On October 06th this year, a sports event aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle will be held in the sister city of Des Moines. Residents and guests of the city are invited to take part in walking tours around the city center. For this purpose, a special mobile application has been created, walking routes have been developed, food services areas have been established along the way. The event is held under the motto «Move more! Communicate more!».

Tourism development
Nine popular attractions of the sister city of Zhenjiang are included in the List of the 100 most picturesque places along the Grand Canal prepared by the Jiangsu Province. The project combines iconic tourist routes, historical monuments, cultural and exhibition objects, guided tours.

Modern skate park
As part of the improvement of a new recreation area of the sister city of Yerevan, which is being completed, it is planned to open a modern skate park for the purpose of organizing leisure activities for residents of the city, the possibility of holding citywide and international competitions. During the implementation of the project, an integrated approach was applied: the skate park is also designed for cycling, roller skating and scooters. Solar panels will be installed on the territory of the park.

XIV National Games
On September 15th this year, an opening ceremony of the XIV National Games was held. The Games will take place under the motto «Games for all, together in mind and action» for three months. More than 50 sports competitions for professionals and amateurs are planned to be held within the framework of the event.
Athletes of the sister city of Changzhou took part in the competitions in football, men's volleyball, women's basketball and others and won seven gold medals.

17.09.21

Medical College opening
On September 15th this year, the official opening of the Medical College was held in the sister city of Pazardzhik with the participation of the Mayor of the city Todor Popov. The teaching staff of the Medical University of Plovdiv was involved in organizing the educational process. In 2022, it is planned to expand the material and technical base of the college, open new training classes.

Implementation of modern technologies for waste disposal
In the sister city of Beziers, special importance is attached to environmental issues. In this regard, new technologies for waste disposal, enabling to reduce the negative impact on nature, are being introduced. Currently, in accordance with the existing standards, equipment of the rubbish recycling plant has been modernized. It is also planned to open a new landfill with a dedicated area for sorting secondary raw materials. The new structure will be made of concrete modules, which allow to expand the space if required.

Measures to support entrepreneurs
In order to support small businesses amid the pandemic, a campaign to promote the products of local manufacturers is being implemented in the sister city of Des Moines from September 13th to 17th this year. Social networks contain information about companies, shopping centers and public catering enterprises. Special graphic layouts and hashtags have been developed for the participants of the campaign. Online catalogs of organizations by profile categories have been created.

Economic recovery
In the sister city of Zhenjiang, comprehensive measures are being implemented for economic recovery and resolving a number of problems related to restrictions during the pandemic. As a result of the efforts, the port capacity on the Yangtze River increased by more than 15% by the end of August 2021, the tonnage of goods shipped - by 9.7%. The indicators reached a record level compared to the same period of the previous year.

Official online meeting
Within the framework of the official online meeting of the Mayors of the sister city of Yerevan and the city of Leipzig, the Federal Republic of Germany, development of bilateral cooperation in the fields of culture, economy, tourism, youth and sports was discussed. The prospects of practical cooperation in various areas of urban economy, implementation of joint projects, and exchange of work experience were also considered.

Selection of tourist spots
In order to further promote the cultural and historical heritage, the Department of Culture and Tourism of Jiangsu Province held an event to select 100 landmark tourist spots along the Grand Canal.
The Jing-Hang Grand Canal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known as the longest canal in the world, connecting the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers. According to the results of the selection, ten objects of the sister city of Changzhou were included in the List of 100 historic tourist places. Changzhou ranks third in the province in terms of the number of selected attractions.

10.09.21

Mass competitions
On September 08th this year, the fourth mass race «Pazardzhik Run Lacrima» was held in the park «Island of Freedom» of the sister city of Pazardzhik, in which the Mayor of the city Todor Popov took part. The organizers were the Bulgarian Athletics Federation and the Mayor's office of Pazardzhik. About 200 athletes took part in the competition, 115 of them were young women. Besides, the race for shorter distances was held for people with disabilities.

Outdoor advertising
For further improvement and preservation of the historical appearance of the sister city of Beziers, public hearings on placement of outdoor advertising and installation of advertising constructions will be held on September 14th this year. Representatives of organizations, specialists and experts in this field, residents of the city and other interested participants will take part in the discussions.

International festival
The annual International Festival of Music and Cooking will be held in the sister city of Des Moines from September 17th to 19th this year. Within the framework of the event, a fair – selling food products from 25 countries of the world, an exhibition of exotic fruits, online cooking workshops and interactive presentations will be organized. There will be performances of well-known musical groups demonstrating various directions of classical and folk music.

Charity event
Farmers of the sister city of Zhenjiang took part in a public charity event aimed at supporting medical personnel working with patients with coronavirus infection. More than 3,000 fruit sets were given on a free of charge basis to doctors and medical workers with irregular working hours in the difficult conditions of the pandemic as a sign of gratitude.

Traffic optimization
As part of the implementation of the traffic optimization program, more than 10 traffic lights with calling devices at pedestrian crossings have been installed in the sister city of Yerevan. The program is focused on reducing the number of road accidents, regulating traffic on black spots, ensuring the safety of city residents.

Day of charitable donations
In the sister city of Changzhou, September 03rd this year is declared the Day of charitable donations. Representatives of municipalities, government authorities and agencies took part in the charity event. The amount of the fee was about 3 billion yuan. The funds were used to help disadvantaged people, specifically orphans, disabled persons, older people and students.

03.09.21

Reconstruction of swimming pool
The reconstruction of the 50-meter swimming pool «Balloon», which was established in 1960, has been completed in the city of Pazardzhik. On September 01st this year, the solemn opening of the swimming pool was held. The Mayor of the city Todor Popov made a welcoming speech. Afterwards, it is also planned to further modernize the sports complex, including gyms, sport venues for triathlon and pentathlon.

Development of green transport
In the sister city of Beziers, a rental network for bicycles with electric drive was created. The autonomous mileage of vehicles is designed for more than 140 km, which allow residents and visitors of the city to attend the city center as well as its surroundings. For interested people detailed maps and routes are offered. Given the difficult terrain, it is assumed that electric bicycles will be especially popular for residents and guests of the sister city of Beziers.

Celebration of Labor Day in the city of Des Moines
On September 06th this year, residents of the sister city of Des Moines celebrate the US national holiday - Labor Day. The first Monday of September is an additional weekend when the most companies and government agencies are not working, it is an unofficial symbol of the end of the summer holiday season. Traditionally, this day people spend with family and friends and arrange picnics in the fresh air.

Preventive measures
On the eve of the new academic year in schools and open groups in kindergartens in the sister city of Zhenjiang, educational lectures on prevention of the spread of coronavirus infection were organized. Employees of educational and preschool institutions were provided with information on compliance with safety rules, use of safety products and disinfection.

Competition
A competition for landscape architecture and design was announced in the sister city of Yerevan in order to renovate the Azatutyan Square, as well as its surrounding area. In accordance with the main objectives of the competition, further planting, necessity for alleys, which are accessible to people with muscle-skeleton disorders, and modernization of the street lighting system are expected. According to the results of the competition, the effectiveness of the projects presented will be considered, as well as the conformity with the historical appearance, innovation and utility.

Production of industrial robots
Enterprises in the Wujin national high-tech industrial zone of Changzhou City District continue to actively develop in the field of industrial robot production. This territory is the only experimental zone for the robotics cluster in Jiangsu Province, including more than 60 enterprises engaged in the research, development, production and assembly of robots. This year, the sales volume of thirteen enterprises amounted to four billion yuan, which is 112% more compared to the same period last year.




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