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On May 31st, the Shenzhen Municipal Transportation Bureau released its April report on the operation and risks of the ride-hailing industry in Shenzhen. As of April 30, 2026, there were 26 ride-hailing platforms in Shenzhen, with 142,247 "Online Ride-Hailing Vehicle Transport Permits" and 394,872 "Shenzhen Taxi Driver Permits" issued. Data from various platforms shows that the average daily number of ride-hailing orders completed per vehicle in the city this month was approximately 13.01. The demand in Shenzhen's ride-hailing market exhibits seasonal fluctuations, and the current market is generally saturated. Enterprises and individuals intending to engage in ride-hailing operations are strongly advised to fully understand relevant laws and regulations, conduct in-depth market research, objectively assess operating returns, and make rational and prudent investment and career decisions.

On May 31, local time, US President Trump stated in an interview broadcast on Fox News on May 30 that the US and Iran were close to reaching a "very good deal." Trump also stated in the interview that they would get a "better deal," which should have been faster. However, Trump indicated that if a deal could not be reached, he would request the intervention of the "War Department" (i.e., the US Department of Defense). Trump stated that if he did not get what he wanted, "we will end it another way." Trump also stated that by signing an agreement, they could ensure navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, ensure Iran's lack of nuclear weapons, and so on. When discussing the agreement with Iran, Trump emphasized that he was not in a hurry. "If you're in a hurry, you can't get a good deal."

May 31 - According to Lighthouse Pro, as of May 31, the film "Love Letter to Grandma," produced by Damai Entertainment, has grossed 1.36572 billion yuan (including pre-sales), entering the top three of the 2026 box office chart.

May 31 - According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, a magnitude 3.9 earthquake struck southern Amami, Kagoshima Prefecture, at approximately 10:58 a.m. on May 31. The maximum intensity was felt as 3, and the focal depth was 50 kilometers. There was no risk of a tsunami.

May 31 – According to US sources on May 30, after the US Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration had no right to impose higher tariffs on almost all trading partners, US companies have begun receiving tariff refunds. However, this process may be hampered by the Trump administration's planned appeal. The report states that the Trump administration indicated on May 29 that it plans to appeal a federal judge's ruling. This ruling allows all importers who paid tariffs deemed invalid to apply for refunds, not just those who have filed lawsuits.

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi: We must maintain cooperation with the United States, Europe, and like-minded allies.

On May 31, the China Automobile Dealers Association released its latest "China Automobile Dealer Inventory Warning Index Survey" (VIA), showing that the inventory warning index for China's automobile dealers in May 2026 was 57.9%, up 5.2 percentage points year-on-year and down 4.2 percentage points month-on-month. The inventory warning index is above the boom-bust line.

According to Fox News: Trump stated that his only and fundamental assurance is preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The Iranians have already agreed not to develop or purchase nuclear weapons.

According to Fox News, Trump stated that a deal with Iran is very close, and that military means will be used again if the deal is unfair to the United States.

On May 31, a meeting was held in Shanxi Province to deploy a special campaign to address safety risks and hidden dangers in coal mines. The meeting, held on May 30, was attended and addressed by Lu Dongliang, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Governor of Shanxi Province. The meeting emphasized that the lessons learned must be heeded and the consequences of past mistakes must be absorbed. All levels of government and departments across the province must learn from these cases, be inspired by past mistakes, and remain vigilant regarding safety. They must strengthen their sense of urgency, responsibility, and mission in ensuring safety. The meeting stressed the need to always prioritize the people and their lives, and to thoroughly investigate and address safety risks and hidden dangers in the province's coal mines with a firm resolve, ensuring the effective implementation of the "eight hard measures" for mine safety. The meeting also emphasized focusing on the coal mines with the most prominent problems and concentrated risks, adopting a "zero-tolerance" attitude to accurately investigate and severely crack down on illegal and irregular activities such as hidden working faces, falsified safety monitoring, unauthorized mining beyond permitted layers or boundaries, illegal subcontracting, and failure to implement major disaster management measures. We must fully cooperate with the State Council's accident investigation to thoroughly investigate the cause of the accident, as well as the responsibilities of local management, industry supervision, and enterprises. We must also focus on rectifying prominent problems such as the weak establishment of the concept of safe development, a lack of awareness of the rule of law, failure to implement the responsibilities of "key personnel," insufficient penetration of safety supervision, and lax and lenient law enforcement inspections at the grassroots level.

On May 31, the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on May 30, local time, stating that in response to the Ecuadorian government's earlier announcement that it would stop imposing a "safety tax" on Colombian goods, Colombia would lift its trade retaliatory measures against Ecuador and promote the normalization of bilateral economic and trade relations.

May 31 - A Bloomberg survey of economists' median forecast indicates that the U.S. unemployment rate will remain unchanged at 4.3% in May, while nonfarm payrolls will increase by 89,000. This increase would push the three-month average job growth rate to its highest level in over a year, sparking discussions about a continued acceleration in hiring. Forecasters expect the healthcare sector to maintain its strong momentum, while cyclical sectors such as construction, leisure, and hospitality will also see a recovery, with demand in these sectors likely benefiting from the warm weather of the past month. Manufacturing employment may also be boosted as consumers stockpile goods in anticipation of potential price increases following a potential conflict with Iran.

On May 31, according to Iranian state television, Saeed Ajorlou, a member of Iran's Media Committee, stated on Saturday that Tehran had not yet approved the final draft of the proposed agreement with the United States, and warned that Iran might withdraw from the agreement if the US failed to fulfill its commitments. In an interview, Ajorlou said that to his knowledge, as of Friday evening, the final text had not been approved, but the differences between the two sides were minimal. He stated, "If the final text is approved, we will enter a 60-day phase of detailed consultations," adding that each of the 14 articles of the agreement contains annexes that require further negotiation. Ajorlou emphasized that the implementation mechanism is more important than the text itself, especially regarding the acquisition of Iranian assets and the fulfillment of commitments by the other side. He stated that the proposed agreement includes a clause allowing Iran to withdraw from the agreement if the other side fails to fulfill its commitments. He indicated that Iran could withdraw from the agreement if violations occur, including breaches of the ceasefire agreement, failure to grant access to Iranian funds, or failure to lift the naval blockade. He added that if commitments are not fulfilled in the initial phase, Iran will reconsider its participation in the proposed 60-day negotiations.

The Indian government stated that the current consumption tax rates for gasoline and diesel consumed domestically will remain unchanged.

On May 31, local time, Ibrahim Rezaei, spokesman for the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, said on May 30 that the naval blockade against Iran “will eventually end, whether through negotiations or military action.”

According to the Financial Times, SoftBank has pledged €75 billion to build Europe’s largest artificial intelligence facility in France.

Israeli military broadcasts confirmed that Hezbollah launched 30 missiles into the occupied northern region in the past few hours, targeting areas including Safarid, Nahariya, Kermer, and Miron.