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China

Xiong'an takes shape, ready for new influx

Xiong'an takes shape, ready for new influx

As a "millennium plan" and a project with national significance, the Xiong'an New Area, about 100 kilometers southwest of Beijing, has been designed to relieve Beijing of functions that are nonessential to its role as the nation's capital, and to boost the coordinated development of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region.

Zhang Xuefeng, exam tutor turned influencer, dies at 41

Zhang Xuefeng, a popular entrepreneur in education field, died on Tuesday afternoon in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, following sudden cardiac arrest. He was 41.

China's growth buoying regional, global economy

China's steady growth prospects, underpinned by its policy predictability, strong innovation momentum and vast domestic market, are injecting certainty into both the regional and the global economy amid geopolitical headwinds and energy-related crises, experts said on Tuesday.

Massive rare earth oxide reserves discovered in Sichuan

China has discovered an additional 9.67 million metric tons of rare earth oxides in Mianning county, Sichuan province, raising the total to 11.46 million tons, the Ministry of Natural Resources said on Tuesday.

Business

China's growth buoying regional, global economy

China's steady growth prospects, underpinned by its policy predictability, strong innovation momentum and vast domestic market, are injecting certainty into both the regional and the global economy amid geopolitical headwinds and energy-related crises, experts said on Tuesday.

China's AI token usage jumps over 1,000-fold in two years

China's daily artificial intelligence (AI) token use has risen more than 1,000-fold over the past two years, a senior official said Monday, reflecting rapid growth in the country's AI sector.

China offers enabling climate for global firms

Amid global economic uncertainty, China's combination of continuing openness, massive market scale and innovation capacity is offering multinational companies a predictable and rewarding business climate — one that is increasingly shaping their long-term commitment to the world's second-largest economy, senior officials and business leaders said.

Asia to keep driving global growth: Boao report

Asia to keep driving global growth: Boao report

Travel

Hong Kong tourist group enjoys five-day customized tour in Hubei

Hong Kong tourist group enjoys five-day customized tour in Hubei

A large tourist group from Hong Kong recently took a five-day customized tour in Hubei province, where they immersed themselves in its natural landscapes and cultural heritage. Local authorities said the visit was part of Hubei's efforts to develop its customized inbound tourism market. Designed for affluent travelers from Hong Kong, the itinerary combined scenic beauty with cultural experiences.

Air China opens two new lines to Brussels

Neighborhood spurs tourism with immersive experience

China approves Meishan as national historical and cultural city

Tourism soars as flower-chasing season arrives

Tourism soars as flower-chasing season arrives

Golden dragon raft formation makes appearance on Beijing's Liangma River

Golden dragon raft formation makes appearance on Beijing's Liangma River

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2026 Zhongguancun Forum due to open

Golden dragon raft formation makes appearance on Beijing's Liangma River

China launches satellite group CentiSpace 02 from sea

World's largest-diameter underwater shield tunnel achieves dual breakthrough in China

Shenzhou-21 astronauts complete second series of extravehicular activities

Hangzhou launches new low-altitude helicopter route

Here's how much the U.S. spends on the war with Iran

Explosion seen in downtown Tel Aviv of Israel

Dazzling lanterns light up Guangzhou before Lantern Festival

Culture

Culinary heritage fuels Shaxian's prosperity

Culinary heritage fuels Shaxian's prosperity

On the vibrant Taste of Origins snack street in Yubang village, Shaxian district in the city of Sanming, Fujian province, 60-something Zhang Xiuji plunges wontons into boiling water and deftly tosses noodles.

China launches Tibetan-language AI system DeepZang

China has unveiled DeepZang, the world's first Tibetan-language large language artificial intelligence (AI) model, as it steps up efforts to develop AI tools for minority languages.

Pop Mart, Sony Pictures to develop Labubu film

Chinese toymaker Pop Mart said Thursday it will partner with Sony Pictures to develop a feature film based on Labubu, its globally popular designer toy character.

Two sessions endorsement adds zest to huajuhong sales

Huajuhong, a unique fruit from Guangdong province, rapidly transitions from a traditional Chinese medicine staple to a sought-after health product, thanks to a little help from some unexpected endorsements.

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China urges Japan to thoroughly investigate break-in at Chinese embassy in Tokyo

Mar 25, 2026

The incident is a serious violation of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations and posed a grave threat to the safety and security of Chinese diplomatic personnel and facilities, Lin said.

Iran expresses thanks for emergency aid

Mar 25, 2026

Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday expressed the hope that all parties involved would seize every opportunity and window for peace and act as soon as possible to start peace talks in the Middle East, during a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi.

U.S. sent Iran 15-point plan aimed at month-long ceasefire: Israeli media

Mar 25, 2026

The report, citing sources familiar with the matter, said US President Donald Trump's advisors Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff are promoting a plan for an immediate pause in hostilities, using a 30-day window to finalize a 15-point agreement.

China-Vietnam military ties to be bolstered

Mar 20, 2026

As the 10th border defense friendship exchange between China and Vietnam was held this week, the two nations' defense chiefs pledged to further enhance cooperation in multiple fields.

China vows firm resolve in safeguarding its rights in South China Sea

Mar 18, 2026

A Chinese defense spokesperson on Wednesday stressed firm resolve in safeguarding China's rights in the South China Sea, slamming the "self-directed farce" by the Philippines.

Iran confirms death of top security official Ali Larijani

Mar 18, 2026

Iran's Supreme National Security Council confirmed that its secretary Ali Larijani has been killed in an attack, Iran's Tasnim news agency reported early Wednesday.

Surge of 'tokens' signals fresh opportunities

Mar 25, 2026

The artificial intelligence surge is rapidly reshaping China's digital economy. On Tuesday, a senior official in charge of data security pointed to an explosion in "tokens" as both a barometer of growth and a new export frontier.

China's AI token usage jumps over 1,000-fold in two years

Mar 24, 2026

China's daily artificial intelligence (AI) token use has risen more than 1,000-fold over the past two years, a senior official said Monday, reflecting rapid growth in the country's AI sector.

New satellite to boost early warning capability for extreme weather events

Mar 24, 2026

The China Meteorological Administration released the first images from the newly launched Fengyun-4C satellite ahead of World Meteorological Day observed on Monday, showcasing the nation's capability to monitor conditions from the sun to Earth in near real time.

Hassan withdraws from 2026 London Marathon with achilles injury

Mar 24, 2026

Reigning Olympic champion Sifan Hassan has pulled out of this year's London Marathon on 26 April after being injured in a treadmill mishap.

Fans' passion drives China F1 growth

Mar 17, 2026

The engines of the 2026 Formula One Heineken Chinese Grand Prix may have fallen silent, but the passion of Chinese and international fans continues to reverberate.

Para athletes clinch record medals in Italy

Mar 16, 2026

In a remarkable demonstration of the power of resilience and solidarity, Team China delivered a stellar performance at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics, scooping up a record haul of medals.

China urges immediate ceasefire in Mideast

Mar 13, 2026

Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called for an immediate ceasefire in the Middle East, saying the international community broadly agrees that the fighting must stop, and urging all sides to press the parties involved to halt military operations.

China firmly opposes Japan's attempts to seek breakthroughs on Taiwan question: spokesperson

Mar 9, 2026

China remains highly vigilant against and firmly opposes Japan's attempts to seek breakthroughs on the Taiwan question, a foreign ministry spokesperson said here Monday.

'Two sessions' expectations in China's 15th Five-Year Plan | Views From Chang'an Avenue

Mar 3, 2026

"Two sessions" are coming. We are listening.The year 2026 marks the start of China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030), ushering in a pivotal period for building on past achievements and breaking new ground. So what new changes and opportunities will the next five years bring?