Passage 1
After handling the 50 millionth twenty - foot equivalent unit this year on Dec 22, Shanghai Port officially became the world's first port 1.____ (cross) the 50 million mark for annual container throughput. This achievement solidified 2.____ (it) competitiveness as the world's busiest container port for 15 consecutive years, said the port's operator Shanghai International Port (Group) Co Ltd.
The benchmark event is seen 3.____ (bolster) Shanghai's status as a comprehensive international shipping hub, said officials.
"After years of unremitting efforts, Shanghai has grown into 4.____ international shipping center with all 5.____ (sufficient) elements and relatively complete functions. The city's capabilities in serving the whole country and building global connectivity have been further enhanced," said Chen Jining, Party secretary of Shanghai, during a recent meeting in the city.
"We will further solidify strategic connections, deepen work collaboration, jointly shoulder important missions and seize development opportunities 6.____ (build) a shipping nexus with global reach and create a new paradigm in the construction of the Shanghai international shipping center," Chen said.
Launching container transportation in 1978, Shanghai Port has, in the past few decades, 7.____ (witness) rapid growth and expansion. It has become a symbol of the city's rise as a world - class shipping hub. The port now ranks first globally for 15 years straight in terms of annual container throughput. This continuous success is due to 8.____ (it) strategic location, advanced facilities, and efficient management.
Currently, the port operates nearly 350 international shipping routes, 9.____ connect more than 700 ports in over 200 countries and regions worldwide. These routes play a crucial role in 10.____ (promote) global trade and economic cooperation.
Passage 2
"Positive progress in boosting the construction of the Shanghai international shipping center has been made with the support of the Ministry of Transport and the entire Yangtze River Delta region, including the provinces of Zhejiang, Jiangsu and Anhui as well as Shanghai itself. In the new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation, the shipping industry is facing both opportunities and challenges," said Liu Wei, minister of transport.
"Therefore, efforts 1.____ (require) to accelerate innovative and integrated development, transform all the positive elements into development achievements, accelerate Shanghai's development as a leading global shipping center, and better drive high - quality development of the Yangtze River Delta region and the Yangtze River Economic Belt," Liu said.
Having constantly improved its functionality and high - quality services, the port's advantages serve as a strong driver for growing container throughput.
"The proportion of ship - bound trade to and from the port is expected to reach a record 60 percent in 2024," said Yang Yanbin, deputy general manager of the production and business department of the Shanghai International Port (Group) Co Ltd.
Shanghai was rated third among international shipping centers, only after Singapore and London, according to the 2024 Xinhua - Baltic International Shipping Center Development Index 2.____ (publish) in August.
This high ranking reflects Shanghai's 3.____ (significance) role in the global shipping industry. The city's shipping center has been able to adapt to 4.____ (change) market demands and technological advancements. It has also been actively involved in international cooperation, 5.____ (strengthen) its position as a key player in global trade.
In addition to its economic impact, the development of the shipping center has also contributed to the 6.____ (improve) of the city's infrastructure and the growth of related industries. It has created numerous job opportunities and enhanced the overall 7.____ (competitive) of the region.
Looking ahead, Shanghai aims to further enhance its status as a global shipping center. It will continue to invest in new technologies, such as automation and digitalization, to improve operational efficiency. By doing so, it hopes to maintain 8.____ (it) leading position in the highly competitive global shipping market.
Moreover, the city will also focus on sustainable development, taking measures to reduce the environmental impact of shipping activities. This includes promoting the use of clean energy and implementing 9.____ (environment) friendly practices. With these efforts, Shanghai is well - positioned to lead the way in the future of global shipping, 10.____ (bring) more benefits to both the local and global economies.
Passage 3
China's top court has directed courts nationwide 1.____ (strengthen) efforts to solve disputes involving senior citizens, in order to respond to issues in 2.____ aging society and promote the elderly's sense of fulfillment, happiness, and security.
The obligation 3.____ (raise) by the Supreme People's Court on Tuesday with the disclosure of six concluded cases related to senior citizens.
While preventing children from unreasonably interfering with their older parents in dealing with assets 4.____ rule of law, the top court has also shown 5.____ Chinese judges encouraged internet platforms to give old users easier access to online services through mediation by explaining the cases.
In addition, the top court made clarifications for the cases 6.____ stepchildren should pay living expenses to their stepparents who have raised, cared for, and educated them.
Greater efforts will be made in handling disputes involving senior residents, so that the legitimate rights and interests of the elderly can 7.____ (uphold) and a senior - friendly society can be created, the top court added. This is of great 8.____ (important) for the well - being of the elderly. The court's actions aim to ensure that the elderly can enjoy their later years 9.____ (peaceful). And it also sets a good example for 10.____ (society) attitude towards the elderly.
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Passage 3
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