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China issues highest-level alert for rainstorms as Typhoon Bavi approaches

China issues highest-level alert for rainstorms as Typhoon Bavi approaches

China's national observatory on Saturday issued a red alert for rainstorm, the highest level in its four-tier system, with Typhoon Bavi expected to make landfall along the coast of eastern China in the early hours of Sunday.

‘Cultural genocide’ in Xinjiang? Central Asian journalists see something very different

Two groups of journalists from Central Asian media outlets recently travelled to Aksu prefecture and Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture in northern and southern Xinjiang, documenting what they say is the careful preservation of ethnic minority culture and rejecting allegations of "cultural genocide" outright.

High-tech equipment aids flood rescue efforts in Guangxi

High-tech equipment and joint rescue teams have been deployed in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region to respond to severe flooding caused by Typhoon Maysak.

Masterpieces by Monet, Picasso and Dali debut in Guizhou

More than 80 original works by over 50 Western artists, including Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dali, went on display Friday at the Guizhou Provincial Museum as part of the "Romance and Stars" special exhibition.

Business

Ningxia wine-making stoneware jars exported to Serbia for first time under FTA

A batch of wine-making stoneware jars from Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region has entered the Serbian market for the first time, backed by a preferential tariff certificate issued under the new China-Serbia Free Trade Agreement, according to local customs authorities.

Hong Kong tech expo highlights Saudi Arabia cooperation opportunities

China's collectible toy makers seek new growth through AI, cultural experiences

China's collectible toy industry is entering a new phase as slowing growth in traditional blind box products drives companies to explore artificial intelligence, entertainment venues and cultural tourism experiences.

Hong Kong's foreign currency reserves hold steady at $445.9 billion

Hong Kong's foreign currency reserves hold steady at $445.9 billion

Travel

World Cup boosts travel demand among Chinese fans

World Cup boosts travel demand among Chinese fans

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is driving a rise in travel demand among Chinese tourists, with many football fans extending their trips and exploring destinations beyond the tournament's host cities, according to data from Airbnb.

Nostalgic teahouse revitalizes rural tourism in Hunan Province

Datong-Seoul direct flight route resumes

Malaysia Airlines launches daily Changsha-Kuala Lumpur direct flights

First phase of rail grinding completed on Lao section of China-Laos Railway

First phase of rail grinding completed on Lao section of China-Laos Railway

China's summer railway travel rush expected to handle over 1 billion passenger trips

China's summer railway travel rush expected to handle over 1 billion passenger trips

Gallery

Fishing season opens on Qiantang River in Hangzhou

Summer livestock migration begins on Inner Mongolia grassland

Brazil beats Japan to reach World Cup last 16

2026 National Athletics Championships concludes in E China's Shandong

Chinese film 'Dear You' premieres in Tokyo

Two helicopters collide mid-air in Rio de Janeiro, killing 6 people

China's rocket launches 8 satellites into orbit

High-speed train travels through golden wheat fields at the foot of Mount Hua in Huayin, Shaanxi

Wuyi's Meilangshan Park in Zhejiang full of life with blooming water lilies

Culture

Sanxingdui iconic bronze figure offers glimpse into actual ancient sacrificial ceremony

Sanxingdui iconic bronze figure offers glimpse into actual ancient sacrificial ceremony

The Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics and Archaeology Research Institute announced its latest research findings on Friday, revealing that Sanxingdui's iconic bronze figure, kneeling with a zun vessel on its head, is a vivid re-creation of an actual sacrificial ceremony, reflecting the reverence the ancient Shu people held for the divine thousands of years ago.

Beijing hosts 1,300 UK students as Mandarin camp turns 10

More than 1,300 students and teachers from 60 British secondary schools began a language and culture tour in China recently as the 2026 Mandarin Excellence Programme summer camp opened at Beijing Language and Culture University.

Yi embroidery becomes first Chinese intangible heritage craft in World Cup licensed products

For the first time, a Chinese intangible cultural heritage craft has entered FIFA's official World Cup licensed product system.

Young artisan brings ancient Chinese glazed art to modern life

A young artisan in Wanrong County, north China's Shanxi Province, is giving new life to the centuries-old craft of Chinese glazed ceramics by transforming traditional architectural elements into contemporary cultural products.

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Xi, Kim exchange congratulations

Jul 11, 2026

Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, and Kim Jong Un, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) and president of the State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), exchanged congratulations on Saturday over the 65th anniversary of the signing of the China-DPRK Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance.

Xi calls on China, DPRK to keep advancing socialist cause, modernization

Jul 11, 2026

General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Pak Thae Song, premier of the Cabinet of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, on July 10, 2026.

Table tennis exchange strengthens China-Germany business ties in Frankfurt

Jul 10, 2026

The third leg of the "Business Meets Table Tennis" networking event was recently held in Frankfurt, bringing together nearly 100 senior executives, industry association representatives and decision-makers in brand strategy and public relations from China and Germany.

China's highest-capacity full-slewing semi-submersible crane vessel enters service

Jul 8, 2026

The Sihang Yongsheng, China's highest-capacity full-slewing semi-submersible crane vessel, was delivered and entered service in Jiangmen, south China's Guangdong Province, on Wednesday, CCTV News reported.

2026 Ministry of Transport rescue drill held in Yantai

Jul 8, 2026

The 2026 comprehensive maritime search and rescue drill of the Ministry of Transport's rescue and salvage system was held in Yantai, Shandong Province on Tuesday.

Chinese naval flotilla arrives in Vietnam for visit

Jul 6, 2026

A Chinese naval flotilla, comprising the training ship Qi Jiguang and the amphibious transport dock Kunlunshan, arrived in Ho Chi Minh City on Sunday morning for a visit at the invitation of the Vietnamese navy.

China sweeps all golds in first AI and Space Computing Challenge

Jul 10, 2026

Chinese research teams won all three gold medals at the world's first international AI and Space Computing Challenge, with the results announced this week at the 2026 AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, Xinhua News Agency reported Friday.

China calls for closer global AI cooperation at Geneva summit

Jul 10, 2026

China has called for stronger international cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) development and governance as the 2026 AI for Good Global Summit opened Tuesday at Palexpo in Geneva.

China unveils plan to modernize retail sector by 2030

Jul 10, 2026

China has released a plan to build a modern retail system by 2030 and foster globally competitive retailers.

ISF Football World Cup to kick off in Suzhou this October

Jul 10, 2026

A ceremony marking the 100-day countdown to the 2026 International School Sport Federation (ISF) Football World Cup was held at Suzhou Sports Center in Jiangsu Province on Friday.

Yi embroidery becomes first Chinese intangible heritage craft in World Cup licensed products

Jul 10, 2026

For the first time, a Chinese intangible cultural heritage craft has entered FIFA's official World Cup licensed product system.

World Cup puts giant pandas in global spotlight

Jul 9, 2026

FIFA World Cup has come to Mexico — and giant pandas have once again become part of the global celebration.

Insights | Singaporean youth leader: Young people inject innovative momentum into China-ASEAN cooperation

Jun 5, 2026

As artificial intelligence and the digital economy reshape global business and innovation models, they are also shifting the dynamics of China-ASEAN cooperation. Amid this digital transformation wave, in China and the ASEAN region, tech-savvy young people with innovative mindsets have become the core engine for bilateral industrial collaboration and innovation.

Illegal child labor persists in the U.S. as legal protections backslide

Jun 5, 2026

Illegal child labor continues to rise in the U.S. as legal safeguards weaken, according to a report released Tuesday by the Economic Policy Institute (EPI).

Wang: Closing Strait of Hormuz serves no common interest

Apr 14, 2026

China's top diplomat Wang Yi said on Monday that closing the Strait of Hormuz would run counter to the common interests of the international community, and achieving a full and lasting ceasefire through political and diplomatic means remains the fundamental way to resolve the crisis.