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With 282 passengers on board, China Eastern Airlines launched its new service to Buenos Aires via Auckland on Thursday. Flight MU745 took off from Shanghai Pudong Airport at 2:19 a.m., marking the opening of the world's longest single-flight journey.
China has topped the global "research frontiers heat index" in six of 11 major scientific fields, while the U.S. leads in five, latest reports jointly released on Wednesday by the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) and the global analytics firm Clarivate show.
On Dec. 3, the snow-capped Changbai Mountain in Jilin attracted many visitors who came to experience its unique winter beauty. With the arrival of the new ice and snow season, tourism in Changbai Mountain continues to thrive. Tourists stroll through the snowy landscapes, capturing the scenery with their cameras, or gather around stoves for warm conversations while brewing tea and admiring the snow, fully immersing themselves in the charm of winter.
Dec. 3 marked the 34th International Day of Persons with Disabilities. At a noodle restaurant in Zhengzhou, Henan Province, run by eight hearing-impaired individuals, customers communicated with staff through writing and gestures, creating a quiet and warm atmosphere. Many regulars affectionately call it the "Silent Noodle Shop."
China firmly opposes official exchanges between the U.S. and China's Taiwan region in any form, said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian at a regular press conference on Wednesday.
A barrier-free navigation service app was launched in Macao on Wednesday, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, as the region prepares to co-host the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympics.
China's top cyberspace regulator said on Wednesday that a special campaign targeting violations in online livestreaming has so far shut down more than 73,000 problematic livestream rooms and 24,000 accounts.
Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Sergei Shoigu, secretary of the Security Council of the Russian Federation, co-chaired the 20th round of China-Russia strategic security consultation in Moscow on Tuesday.
According to data from the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-25), China constructed more than 11 million units of affordable housing and resettlement housing, benefiting over 30 million people.
A file photo shows Wang Yizhi and her students at a border primary school in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.He called for efforts to promote throughout society the spirit of volunteers and to better leverage the active role of volunteers in order to facilitate social progress.
LandSpace conducts the debut flight of its ZQ 3, or Rosefinch 3, carrier rocket in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region on Dec 3, 2025.The mission verified the overall plan for the testing, launch and flight of the ZQ 3 model, and demonstrated the compatibility of interfaces between various systems, according to LandSpace.
Steinmeier, whose position is largely ceremonial, will pay a visit to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Downing Street residence and address members of parliament during his visit.
In a move that could trigger fits of fury among readers, Oxford University Press — publisher of the Oxford English Dictionary — has picked "rage bait" as its 2025 Word of the Year.
In a statement on Monday, Airbus said it had "identified a supplier quality issue affecting a limited number" of metal panels on the single-aisle A320 aircraft.Earlier on Monday, Airbus said most of its fleet of 6,000 A320 passenger jets had received an update to fix the software fault that could have affected flight controls.
Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Wednesday he hopes and believes France will continue to understand and support China's legitimate position regarding erroneous remarks related to Taiwan made by Japan's prime minister.
At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for a state visit to China through Friday.
In the warehouse of Joy Wing Mau’s Shanghai branch, refrigerated trucks loaded with fruits are busily transporting a variety of fruit products from around the world to thousands of households.
"Hong Kong In" was the theme of the Hong Kong exhibition area in the China Pavilion at the inaugural China International Import Expo (CIIE). The phrase "Hong Kong In" carries a dual meaning, echoing CIIE’s theme of “Import”, while also encapsulating Hong Kong's vision to seize opportunities and move towards high-quality development.
"I've attended the China International Import Expo (CIIE) three times, and each time feels like opening a new mystery box. You never know what surprises you'll encounter," said Angel Prieto, Vice President of External Affairs and Director at Asociación Nacional de CEEIs (ANCES), his eyes filled with excitement. A veteran with over a decade of experience in Spain's and Europe's innovation sectors, Prieto's connection with China began 15 years ago. For him, the CIIE has become a "magical platform where connections take root".
Peruvian artisan Oswaldo Mamani never anticipated that a chance encounter with Chinese tourist Ma Yuxia ten years ago would open the door for his small hand-sewn alpaca dolls to reach the China International Import Expo (CIIE) across the ocean. Making an appearance at the CIIE, an international grand stage, became the "code" that changed his family's destiny.
Ms. Prinat Apirat, Consul-General of the Kingdom of Thailand in Shanghai, has a unique perspective on China: both familiar and unfamiliar. She has been posted to China twice, the first time being about 20 years ago in Beijing. In 2023, she came to work in Shanghai. "Returning to China, I am deeply impressed by the rapid development here, especially the astounding progress in the digital sector," said Apirat.
"Why is Mr Udumullage using this account today?" "Mr Udumullage is here, should we expect more giveaways?"... When Chiranjaya Udumullage, Founder and Chairman of Sri Road, suddenly appeared in the live stream of "Sri Road", the comments section instantly exploded with excitement. The Sri Lankan businessman, accustomed to the enthusiastic greetings from fans, responded calmly and individually.
At the seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE), the Innovation Incubation Special Section was buzzing with excitement as visitors tried out "Moonwalkers," the world's first smart-powered shoes that let you walk at running speeds. These innovative shoes, created by the American startup Shift Robotics, made their Asian debut at the CIIE.
For seven consecutive years, each appearance at the CIIE has been marked by a distinct new identity—this is the story of Dupilumab Injection (Dupixent®) from the multinational pharmaceutical company Sanofi. From enhancing disease awareness to being approved in China two years ahead of schedule and included in the national health insurance, from expanding indications for atopic dermatitis to covering all age groups, and to entering the respiratory disease treatment field—this innovative drug has continuously evolved on the stage of the CIIE. It has grown from a "CIIE baby" to a "Hexagonal Warrior" covering seven major indications. This is a testament to global innovation accelerating its landing in China and evidence that China's speed has surpassed global benchmarks.
Blending Nordic minimalism with IKEA's modern design philosophy, an exhibition space that harmonizes aesthetics and functionality made debut at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE).
As the eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) approaches, Edward Lee, Chief Executive Officer of Johnson Health Tech. Co., Ltd. China finds his schedule increasingly packed. The success of the past three expos—marked by a flood of orders, enhanced reputation, and new partnerships—has filled him and his team with anticipation for their fourth outing.
Roy Van Den Hurk, CEO of Milk New Zealand Dairy Limited, could be considered a "die-hard fan" of the China International Import Expo (CIIE). Except for a brief absence from one edition due to uncontrollable factors, he travels all the way from New Zealand to China every year specifically to attend this annual event.
China is the world's largest importer and consumer of durians. Previously, durians from Southeast Asia entered the Chinese market primarily as frozen products. Nowadays, fresh durians from Malaysia are directly sourced from century-old orchards in Pahang, transported via a cold chain route from Kuala Lumpur Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. They undergo immediate customs inspection through a green channel, going through customs clearance and reaching supermarket shelves within 36 hours at most.
"Last year it was an exhibit; this year it's a product." That’s the story of Roche’s Xofluza, an innovative medicine for influenza. It commenced the journey at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) as a small medicine box with the English label. In no time, it underwent a remarkable transformation at the CIIE, evolving from "an Exhibit" to "a Product"—not only entering the market but also being produced locally.
As a domestic partner to recruit exhibitors for the China International Import Expo (CIIE) Bureau, Lingang Group created a vibrant Lingang Exhibition Area at the 7th CIIE. Within a 2,700-square-meter space, it has brought together 68 foreign brand clusters, showcasing its strong appeal.
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