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We are living in an age often described as one of the “great transformations unseen in a century.” Globalisation, techno...
09/08/2025

We are living in an age often described as one of the “great transformations unseen in a century.” Globalisation, technological disruption, environmental crises, and geopolitical shifts are reshaping the world. In this context, China’s ability to remain focused on long-term development goals is not just admirable – it is essential, says Zamir Ahmed Awan, Founding Chair of Global Silk Route Research Alliance.

It is not driven by short-term gains but by the enduring goal of improving people's livelihoods, achieving common prosperity, and ensuring national rejuvenation. This long-term approach offers stability and consistency – two qualities that are increasingly rare but greatly needed in global governance today.

By the end of June 2025, the total installed power capacity has exceeded 100 million kilowatts in SW China's Guizhou Pro...
09/08/2025

By the end of June 2025, the total installed power capacity has exceeded 100 million kilowatts in SW China's Guizhou Province, of which clean energy accounted for more than 60%.

In recent years, Guizhou Province has accelerated the construction of a new comprehensive energy base with well-ordered steps to build an advanced coal-fired power generation units and develop wind power, photovoltaic power and other new energy industries.

In Nanjing, Jiangsu province, a delightful spectacle unfolded on Tuesday morning as a whimsically decorated bus adorned ...
09/08/2025

In Nanjing, Jiangsu province, a delightful spectacle unfolded on Tuesday morning as a whimsically decorated bus adorned with charming animal motifs captivated the gaze of locals and tourists.

Nanjing's G28 route, nicknamed the Quirky Animal Theme Line, brought the beloved animals of the Hongshan Forest Zoo onto the streets for all to enjoy.

During the 1950s, the first bridge over the Lhasa River was built in Lhasa, SW China's Xizang, ending the reliance on sh...
09/08/2025

During the 1950s, the first bridge over the Lhasa River was built in Lhasa, SW China's Xizang, ending the reliance on sheepskin rafts for river crossings. Nowadays, multiple bridges span the river across downtown Lhasa, reflecting the region's rapid progress in transportation and urban development.

09/08/2025

Six trains, one epic frame!🚄📷 Only in Chongqing where railways weave through a vertical cityscape like magic.

A new poll conducted by think tank Third Way in May following Trump's initial wave of aggressive tariffs on Beijing, sha...
09/08/2025

A new poll conducted by think tank Third Way in May following Trump's initial wave of aggressive tariffs on Beijing, shared with news website Semafor, shows a nuanced shift in American attitudes toward China. Since 2023, the proportion of Americans who consider China an "enemy" has fallen by seven percentage points, while those who see it as an "ally or trade partner" have increased by eight points.

As a memo accompanying the results notes, "Americans aren't softening on China because they admire its government," but rather because they are increasingly aware of China's role in their everyday lives – making them more reluctant to resort to blunt force.

The development strategy was crucial during the early years of the Xiamen Special Economic Zone (SEZ)'s development. It ...
08/08/2025

The development strategy was crucial during the early years of the Xiamen Special Economic Zone (SEZ)'s development. It clarified the city’s developmental tasks, streamlined the planning process, and helped to avoid missteps and inefficiencies.

The Xiamen Economic and Social Development Strategy (1985-2000) covered 21 key areas, including urban infrastructure, industrial development, systemic reforms, free port construction, and cooperation with Taiwan Province. It also covered social welfare, environmental protection, heritage conservation in Gulangyu, and population control. Notably, it included forward-looking proposals for intellectual property protection and sustainable development.

When mentioning Anhui Province, people have traditionally thought of the majestic Huangshan Mountain and lyrical Huangme...
08/08/2025

When mentioning Anhui Province, people have traditionally thought of the majestic Huangshan Mountain and lyrical Huangmei Opera. However, today, NEVs, as the province's leading industry, showcase its impressive progress in driving innovation.

For every eight vehicles produced in the country, there is one “made in Anhui,” while one out of every four vehicles exported comes from the province.

Located in Anhui, the factory of Chinese NEV giant NIO features a vast six-storey vehicle storage and retrival platform, with 753 parking spaces. The massive robotic arm can swiftly pick up the "desired" vehicle within one minute and transfer it to the designated workshop.

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Friday that China will remain consistent in its position on the Ukraine crisis and ...
08/08/2025

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Friday that China will remain consistent in its position on the Ukraine crisis and continue to promote peace talks.

In his phone talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Xi said that the Chinese side is glad to see Russia and the United States maintain contact, improve their relations and promote the political settlement of the Ukraine crisis.

Xi and Putin also agreed to jointly promote a greater development of China-Russia relations.

A new type of rainfall station named Yushen-1 that can be deployed by drones has officially been put into operation in S...
08/08/2025

A new type of rainfall station named Yushen-1 that can be deployed by drones has officially been put into operation in SW China's Sichuan province on Tuesday.

Once delivered by drone to a treeless area with a radius of at least 10 meters, the station can automatically adjust its orientation to ensure the rain gauge remains level. Equipped with a built-in satellite communication module, it can transmit monitoring data back to the early warning center via satellite, even in areas without ground communication infrastructure.

08/08/2025

Frenchman Marcus Detrez used these three words to describe his feelings after visiting the former site of the headquarters of Unit 731, the notorious Japanese germ-warfare unit during World War II, in Northeast China's Harbin city on Thursday.

“The unimaginable atrocities committed by the Japanese army were far beyond what we could have expected. The rest of the world needs to know this part of history,” he said.

Detrez donated 618 historical photographs collected by his grandfather, Roger-Pierre Laurens. Many of the images, taken between the 1930s and 1950s, document the Battle of Songhu in 1937. The collection holds great historical value for research on the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

China has officially launched its first and the world’s fifth carrier rocket maritime recovery ship, becoming the second...
08/08/2025

China has officially launched its first and the world’s fifth carrier rocket maritime recovery ship, becoming the second nation after the US to possess such a vessel.

The ship, named Xingji Guihang, or the Interstellar Return, will support the recovery work for the returning first stage of SQX-3 large reusable launch vehicle, which is developed by the Beijing-based private rocket maker iSPACE. The firm aims to conduct an “orbit entrance + maritime recovery” test flight around the end of 2025.

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