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China, EU to have second trade, investment consultation mechanism meeting this autumn

China, EU to have second trade, investment consultation mechanism meeting this autumn

China and the European Union (EU) will hold the second meeting on the trade and investment consultation mechanism this autumn, according to China's Ministry of Commerce on Thursday.

Chinese luffa sponge products reach global markets from remote mountain county

Once a common kitchen scrubber in Chinese households, the humble dried loofah sponge has become an export success, with products from a remote county in central China now reaching consumers in more than 50 countries.

China launches two-month crackdown on group livestreaming misconduct

China's cyberspace regulator on Friday launched a two‑month nationwide campaign targeting misconduct in the fast-growing group livestreaming industry, citing problems including illegal account registrations and the exploitation of minors.

China-ASEAN Cultural Heritage Dialogue held in Dunhuang

The China-ASEAN Cultural Heritage Dialogue, themed "Enduring heritage, shared beauty for all," was held in Dunhuang, Gansu province, on Thursday.

Business

Chinese luffa sponge products reach global markets from remote mountain county

Once a common kitchen scrubber in Chinese households, the humble dried loofah sponge has become an export success, with products from a remote county in central China now reaching consumers in more than 50 countries.

Chinese car sales in Europe surpass Japanese brands for first time in May

Chinese passenger vehicle sales in Europe surpassed those of Japanese automakers for the first time in May, industry data showed.

AI job boom expands from tech firms to manufacturing sector in China

China is seeing a rapid expansion in AI-related hiring, with over 5,000 internet firms offering more than 200,000 jobs during a recent recruitment campaign, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security said.

China's renminbi weakens 21 pips against U.S. dollar

China's renminbi weakens 21 pips against U.S. dollar

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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

China's annual summer railway travel rush will begin on Wednesday, with the national railway network expected to handle 1.01 billion passenger trips during the 62-day travel period from July 1 to Aug. 31, according to China State Railway Group.

Hainan expects over 8.25 million air passenger trips in summer travel season

Lifestyle experiences boost China's summer travel trends

China's consumer market steady during Dragon Boat Festival holiday

Nation's UNESCO sites top conservation ratings

Nation's UNESCO sites top conservation ratings

Daihu Lake: Ecological restoration revives a mountain jewel

Daihu Lake: Ecological restoration revives a mountain jewel

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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

Tibetan street dance blends beats with traditional forms

Tibetan street dance blends beats with traditional forms

At an international street dance competition in Beijing on Sunday, four young dancers from the Xizang Autonomous Region wowed the audience with a routine that blended hip-hop with traditional Tibetan dance forms.

China calls for higher-quality micro-drama content standards

China's broadcast regulator is calling for higher production standards for micro-dramas, urging the industry to move beyond measuring success primarily by view counts and completion rates, according to media reports.

China-ASEAN Cultural Heritage Dialogue held in Dunhuang

The China-ASEAN Cultural Heritage Dialogue, themed "Enduring heritage, shared beauty for all," was held in Dunhuang, Gansu province, on Thursday.

China expands legal protection to cover 98% of bird species

China has expanded legal protection to cover 98.4% of the country's bird species as authorities step up efforts to combat illegal hunting and wildlife trafficking, a forestry official said.

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Chinese car sales in Europe surpass Japanese brands for first time in May

Jul 3, 2026

Chinese passenger vehicle sales in Europe surpassed those of Japanese automakers for the first time in May, industry data showed.

Multiple achievements unveiled at opening of 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference

Jul 3, 2026

A series of key reports and initiatives were released at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference in Beijing on Thursday.

Fox News apology exposes cracks in 'China threat' narrative

Jul 1, 2026

In late June, Fox News viewers witnessed an unusual scene: hosts across multiple programs reading on-air apologies over unsupported claims about China made by a guest.

Navy's carrier battle group back after drill

Jun 23, 2026

A carrier battle group of the People's Liberation Army Navy, led by the aircraft carrier CNS Liaoning, concluded a long-range training deployment and returned to its homeport of Qingdao, Shandong province, on Monday, according to the PLA Navy.

U.S. and Iran reach critical phase in deal

Jun 16, 2026

With Iran and the United States reaching an agreement to end the war "permanently" on various fronts, the two have now taken a critical step toward a peaceful settlement and restoring safety in a vital maritime corridor, experts said.

China announces sanctions against Philippine defense secretary, his relatives

Jun 12, 2026

A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced sanctions against Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and his relatives on Thursday.

China to build space-ground asteroid monitoring and early warning system

Jul 3, 2026

China will establish a space-ground integrated monitoring system for near-Earth asteroids to strengthen its early warning and planetary defense capabilities, the country's space agency said.

China proposes 12 new digital and green jobs for review

Jul 3, 2026

China has proposed 12 new occupations for inclusion in its official job classification list, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security said on Friday.

AI job boom expands from tech firms to manufacturing sector in China

Jul 3, 2026

China is seeing a rapid expansion in AI-related hiring, with over 5,000 internet firms offering more than 200,000 jobs during a recent recruitment campaign, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security said.

First Nanchang Aerobics International Open concludes

Jun 30, 2026

The first Nanchang Aerobics International Open concluded Monday in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, with athletes from Mongolia and the Czech Republic winning the senior singles titles.

Brazil beats Japan to reach World Cup last 16

Jun 30, 2026

Brazil advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 in a dramatic 2-1 comeback win against Japan in Houston.

Hong resigns after South Korea World Cup exit

Jun 29, 2026

MEXICO CITY, June 28--Hong Myung-bo stepped down as South Korea manager on Sunday after the team failed to reach the World Cup knockout stage.

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.