Xi Jinping's focus on national unity and ethnic harmony dominated the morning news, with his letter to industrial workers and speech at the National Ethnic Unity Progress Commendation Conference. China's global positioning was evident in the afternoon, with reports on belt and road initiatives in Southeast Asia and the launch of a reusable satellite carrying Thai and Pakistani payloads. Tensions with the US persisted, as Blinken and Wang Yi met in New York, discussing Ukraine. Military developments included PLA drills near Scarborough Shoal and a missile intercept test near the Indian border. The day concluded with preparations for the 75th founding anniversary of the PRC, including Xi's planned tribute to fallen heroes, and the revelation of a lunar spacesuit, signaling China's ambitious space goals.