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Africa/Niamey |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Diffa, the capital of the Diffa region in southeastern Niger, is located on the southern edge of the Sahara Desert and shares a border with Nigeria, making it one of the most important border cities in Niger. The city is located in the lower Niger River basin around the climate of the tropical desert climate, hot and dry throughout the year, the average annual precipitation is less than 300 millimeters. The economy is based on agriculture and animal husbandry, and the surrounding areas are rich in millet, sorghum and livestock. Diffa, as a regional trade center, undertakes the function of cross-border trade with neighboring countries, such as Nigeria, and is especially famous for the trade of livestock, agricultural products and handicrafts. The city is culturally diverse, with Hausa, Tuareg and Kanuri ethnic groups living in the area, and is unique in its crafts such as traditional leather weaving and silversmithing. Despite infrastructural challenges, Diffa remains an important economic and cultural node in the south-east of the Niger, thanks to its strategic location and rich cultural heritage.
Hexi District of Tianjin is located in the southeastern part of the center of Tianjin, China, and is the political, cultural and financial core area of Tianjin. As an important urban area along the Haihe River, Hexi District covers a total area of about 42 square kilometers, with a resident population of more than one million, and is the residence of the Tianjin Municipal Government. The district is home to municipal cultural landmarks such as the Tianjin Cultural Center, Tianjin Museum and Tianjin Grand Theatre, as well as a large number of financial institutions on the Youyi Road Financial Street. The area is rich in education and medical resources, with a number of key primary and secondary schools and tertiary hospitals. The transportation network is well developed, with metro lines 1, 5 and 6 running through the area, connecting Tianjin Station and Binhai International Airport. Hexi District is an important demonstration area for Tianjin's high-quality development, combining modern urban style with historical and cultural heritage.