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Africa/Niamey |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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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.
Xingye County is located in the southeastern part of China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, under Yulin City, and is situated in the hilly area of southeastern Guangxi, with a total area of about 1,486 square kilometers. With a long history, the county was established in 1997 with the approval of the State Council, and is an important agricultural and populous county in Guangxi with a resident population of about 600,000 people. With agriculture as the leading industry, Xingye County is rich in rice, fruits and livestock products, while actively developing building materials, food processing and other industries. The transportation is convenient, with the Lizhan Railway and the Guangkun Expressway passing through the county, connecting the surrounding economic centers. The local culture is profound, with unique Hakka folklore and traditional festivals. Tourism resources include natural landscapes such as Longquanyan and Lufeng Mountain, making it an ideal destination for experiencing Guangxi's countryside and eco-tourism.