Another Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) large language model is now open-source: Chinese AI company Zhipu AI, which was once named by OpenAI as a "global competitor," launched its new-generation flagship model, the GLM-4.5, on Monday evening. Designed as a foundational model for agent applications, the GLM-4.5 has achieved technical breakthroughs ...
Under Xi's thought on ecological civilization, China is leading the world in waste-to-energy innovation — transforming household waste into green power, cutting emissions, and cooperating with many BRI partner countries.
As China's economy has successfully maintained its resilience and high-quality development in the first half of 2025 thanks to proactive macroeconomic policies, multiple Chinese government agencies have held a succession of intensive meetings, where they outlined their priorities for economic work for the second half, to ensure that the world's second-largest economy can achieve its annual GDP target of around 5 percent, enabling it to drive global economic growth.
On July 27, 2024, "Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital" was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Now marking its first anniversary, experts involved in the bid highlight the significance of interpreting its status as a global cultural treasure. They pointed out that "sustainable tourism" has emerged as a key factor for the Beijing Central Axis' future when communicating with UNESCO officials and overseas scholars. After speaking with experts and the public from all walks of life, the Global Times found the answer that key strategies identified for sustainable development include technology-enhanced conservation, immersive heritage experiences, and community-driven stewardship. Those are also the approaches that have already reshaped the Beijing Central Axis over the past year, renewing the heritage site's glamour in the new era.
In 2025, a series of high-profile technology conferences in China, including the International Advanced Air Mobility Expo and the 2025 World AI Conference and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance, have drawn significant attention from global media, attracting numerous foreign delegates and exhibitors eager to explore China's advancements in AI and the burgeoning low-altitude economy.
How do you feed tens of thousands senior residents in remote mountain villages? In Yiyuan county of East China's Shandong Province, senior dining halls, smart care platforms, and village-run orchards are redefining rural aging – with dignity, warmth, and grassroots innovation. #HumanRights
Bringing manufacturing back to the US and restoring millions of jobs - this was a key economic policy championed by the Trump administration during its first term. Now, some media outlets suggest the pursuit of this goal has grown even more fervent and "obsessive." A recent article by The New York Times claimed that the US has "gambled" on launching a global trade war, assuming that imposing tariffs on foreign goods would lead to a dramatic return of factories to American soil. However, the reality is that the US currently faces a stubborn gap of 400,000 to 500,000 unfilled manufacturing jobs, presenting a major obstacle to reviving domestic production. How do Americans truly view the reshoring of manufacturing? Will labor shortages hinder this effort? The Global Times conducted interviews and investigations into these questions.
In this installment, 71-year-old Chinese actress Song Xiaoying, who recently received a reply letter from Xi alongside seven other veteran Chinese film artists, shares her perspective on her decades-long career, widely known and cherished fine cinematic works creation, and her wish to remain rooted in real life, uphold virtue, and pursue artistic excellence.
After a full day of work, Li Yiran's efforts are far from over. She continues developing a website product focused on AI programming. The 26-year-old graduated from University College London in 2024 currently works at a private firm in a position related to her economics major in Shanghai. The position, which took her quite a bit of effort to secure, offers decent pay, but it falls short of the expectations she once held for someone with her academic background. Now, she is exploring other paths.
At 98, veteran Fan Chaoqun sits proudly on his sofa in Guiyang, the capital city of Southwest China's Guizhou Province, with sashes meticulously pinned to his chest. A table brimming with candies stands nearby as he warmly welcomes reporters. "He woke up early asking me to prepare sweets for you," his daughter shared with the Global Times.
Inside a weathered red-brick walk-up typical of old Chinese neighborhoods — six flights of concrete stairs with no elevator - 98-year-old Zhang Zhenxin's modest apartment is filled with this WWII veteran's memories. Here, meticulously polished military medals gleam beside fading banners that proclaim him a "National Hero" and a "Pillar of China." But when asked to choose his most cherished honor, the soldier's hand reaches decisively for a crimson-and-gold medal: "This one," Zhang told the Global Times, holding up his "50 Years of Glorious Party Membership" medal. His choice bridges eight decades of service and sacrifice.
As the "China Travel" trend continues to draw international attention, a growing number of foreign visitors are discovering a new dimension of the country - its thriving healthcare system.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese kicked off his official visit to China on July 12 and it is set to conclude on July 18, 2025. The visit is viewed as an opportunity to strengthen communication, enhance mutual trust, expand practical cooperation, and advance the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. As the Chinese and Australian economies are highly complementary, Albanese said in Beijing that Australia looks forward to deepening mutually beneficial cooperation in areas such as trade, agriculture, tourism, and culture, and enhancing people-to-people exchanges in education, civil society, and youth sectors, the Xinhua News Agency reported. What's the significance of Albanese's visit to China? What's the general sentiment of Australians toward China? How should Australia promote a fair and non-discriminatory business environment for Chinese enterprises in Australia? Global Times reporter Xie Wenting (GT) conducted an exclusive interview with Australian historian author John Queripel (Queripel) on these topics and more.
In this installment, villagers from a picturesque mountain village in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region received a reply letter from Xi. In recent years, the village has stood out for its achievements in tourism, a collective economy, and ethnic unity, and Xi's words have further strengthened their resolve to build a better life in the new era.
In Southwest #China's Yunnan Province, “birding sites” are gaining traction as an innovative model to balance environmental protection with economic growth. Meanwhile, other regions across China are also exploring diverse approaches to protect bird habitats. These efforts not only safeguard biodiversity, but also enable more people to immerse themselves in nature, fostering new economic development opportunities.
Editor's Note: Since 2012, China has witnessed an extraordinary economic transition, with historic achievements in all aspects of the economy from its size to quality. Such an unparalleled feat does not just happen, especially during a tumultuous period in the global geo-economic landscape and a tough phase in China's economic transformation and upgrading process. It was Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era that guided the country in overcoming various risks and challenges, and in keeping the China economic miracle alive. As China embarked on the quest to become a great modern socialist country amid global changes unseen in a century, Xi's economic thought has been and will continue to be the guiding principle for development in China for years to come, and have great significance for the world. What is Xi's economic thought? What does it mean for China and the world? To answer these questions, the Global Times has launched this special coverage on Xi's major economic speeches and policies, and how they are put into practice to boost development in China and around the world.
The US' artificial intelligence (AI) company OpenAI recently put a spotlight on a Chinese AI startup that it believes is on the "front line" of "China's race to lead the world in AI," the CNBC reported. The Chinese company is portrayed to "represent a threat to OpenAI, which has received Washington's support to promote its foundational models as the world's go-to AI offering," according to the report. In a blog post published on June 25, the company wrote that the Zhipu AI has made "notable progress" in the AI race, as global competition ramps up.
The Global Civilizations Dialogue Ministerial Meeting convened in Beijing last week, drawing more than 600 guests from 140 countries and regions to discuss the importance of cultural exchange amid ongoing global turbulence. Participants shared personal stories and insights that underscored the urgency of fostering dialogue, highlighting China's efforts and the Global Civilization Initiative in building bridges across cultures – facilitating mutual understanding, reducing misconceptions, and promoting shared prosperity.
In the eighth article of the “Translators' Voices” column, Global Times reporter Ma Tong interviews Olga Migunova, (Chinese name: Mu Fengling), a renowned Russian translator, sinologist, and head of the Center for China and Asia-Pacific Studies at St. Petersburg State University of Economics. Migunova is one of the translators of the Russian edition of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China.
In the eighth article of the “Readers' Reflections” column, Global Times (GT) reporters talked to Ahmed Moustafa (Mustafa), President of the Asia Center for Studies and Translation, who shared his thoughts on the significance of BRICS for Global South cooperation.
This is the seventh story of the "Practitioner's Insights" column, in which, the Global Times visited China National Offshore Oil Corp (CNOOC) Petroleum Brasil Ltda to experience how Chinese enterprises blend with the local community, setting an example for oil and gas exploration and cooperation in the Global South countries.
Every summer, China enters what many call "panda birthday season," as a curious quirk of nature has led to many of the country's beloved giant pandas being born during the warmer months. To mark these joyful occasions, zoos across the country - and around the world - are throwing elaborate parties for these national treasures, drawing legions of fans and generating buzz for the "panda economy."
In 1999, during the NATO aggression on the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, Serbia's 250th Air Defense Missile Brigade, then part of the Yugoslav air defense forces, gained global fame by using a second-generation S-125 missile to shoot down a US F-117A stealth aircraft of NATO – the first recorded instance of a stealth aircraft being downed by an air defense missile. Over two decades later, this well-known Serbian unit has again drawn international attention by showcasing its newly acquired Chinese air defense missile systems, at a time when China's made-for-export equipment such as the J-10CE fighter jet has recently scored outstanding performances in recent foreign combat operations.
The Ministry of Commerce announced on Wednesday that it has added 8 entities from China's Taiwan region to the export control list, as these companies have deliberately cooperated with the “Taiwan independence” separatist forces. Experts told the Global Times that this move sends a strong political signal that the Chinese mainland will take firm countermeasures against the Lai Ching-te administration's actions aimed at “seeking independence through military buildup,” and will also take actions against entities that assist or serve as accomplices in those efforts.
This is the fifth installment of the “Guardians of Memory” series, the Global Times spoke with several Chinese veterans of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. The veterans, now in their nineties, shared their experiences of joining the Chinese military and bravely fighting Japanese invaders on the front lines decades ago. They are the witnesses to those turbulent years of war, and the living heroes who safeguarded national dignity with their own flesh and blood.
Editor's Note: This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression (1931-1945) and the World Anti-Fascist War. Winning the war is a great victory of the national spirit with patriotism at its core, a great victory achieved with the Communist Party of China (CPC) fighting as the central pillar, a great victory fought by the whole nation through solidarity and bravery, and a great victory for the Chinese people, anti-fascist allies, and people around the world who fought shoulder-to-shoulder.
This is the fifth installment of the “Guardians of Memory” series, in which, the Global Times spoke with several Chinese veterans who fought in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. The veterans, now in their nineties, shared their experiences of joining the Chinese military and bravely fighting Japanese invaders on the front lines decades ago. They are the witnesses to those turbulent years of war, and the living heroes who safeguarded national dignity with their own flesh and blood.
On the evening of July 5 local time in Brazil, officials from China and Brazil signed a series of cooperation documents - including a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the second phase of development strategy alignment and collaboration in artificial intelligence - witnessed by the leaders of both countries. The MoU outlines plans to strengthen pragmatic cooperation in infrastructure, pharmaceuticals, new energy, and other sectors, according to a statement released by China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) on its website on Monday.
Daniel Filmus, former Minister of Science and Technology in Argentina and Director of the CIICTI, attended the opening ceremony of the photo exhibition and held a book launch for the Chinese version of "The Voice of Latin America." At the event, Global Times reporters (GT) interviewed the seasoned politician and scholar, who has interviewed dozens of presidents from Latin American countries and has maintained keen insights into the modernization processes of these nations, to share his views on the Chinese model. In Filmus's opinion, China's practice demonstrates that economic growth and inclusive sharing can be balanced, and the global vision proposed by China is crucial for Latin American countries.
In Buenos Aires, the Global Times interviewed Patricio Conejero Ortiz, director of Latin America-China Observatory (OLAC) at the University of Buenos Aires (UBA), who shared his view on the evolving role of Global South nations - particularly BRICS members - in reshaping multilateral frameworks and the significance of deepening cooperation with China.
The 17th BRICS Summit convenes in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from July 6-7, 2025 - a pivotal moment for Global South cooperation. Before the summit, the "Global Times Overseas China Week and Global South Dialogue" series arrived in the Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) from June 22-28 local time, setting the stage for meaningful engagement. In partnership with local institutions, the series included key events including the "Seminar on Relations between China and LAC Countries, and the Mutual Perception of Public Opinion" in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and the "Roundtable Forum of China-LAC Countries" at the BRICS Summit hosted city Rio de Janeiro. These gatherings brought together dozens of eminent figures from politics, academic, media, and business across China and the LAC, fostering candid dialogues and profound exchanges.
Editor's Note: In recent years, China-Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) relations have entered a new phase of equality, mutual benefit, innovation, openness, and people-centered development.
At nearly 30 hours and 20,000 kilometers away from Beijing, Buenos Aires in Argentina is one of the furthest destinations in the world from the Chinese capital. In a popular 2024 stand-up comedy show, Yan Hexiang, a Chinese actor and crosstalk performer, humorously pointed out that the antipodal point to Beijing is located in the Pampas grasslands of Argentina. However, the distance between Argentina and China doesn't seem so far. Just about 38 kilometers from Ministro Pistarini International Airport in Buenos Aires, is a largely commercial section about five blocks long in the district of Belgrano, where a towering Chinese-style archway greets you, inscribed with the words “China Town.”
From Beijing's bike-sharing to Argentina's low-carbon soybean oil, and Brazil's green mobility, the “Global Times Overseas China Week” photo exhibition spotlighted growing China-Latin America sustainable cooperation through showcases in Buenos Aries and Rio de Janeiro this past week.
In the seventh article of the “Readers' Reflections” column, Global Times (GT) reporters Ma Jingjing and Qi Xijia talked to Jack Perry Junior (Perry), chairman of the 48 Group Club to listen to his family's story of connections with the CPC in the span over 70 years. For over 70 years, three generations of the Perry family have been engaged in in-depth interactions with China and the CPC, and witnessed the miracle of China's development.
In the seventh installment of the special series "Decoding the Book of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China," the Global Times, along with People's Daily Overseas Edition, focuses on the theme: “Upholding CPC's overall leadership is China's greatest political advantage.” We continue to invite Chinese and foreign scholars, translators of Xi's works, practitioners with firsthand experience, and international readers to explore the CPC's institutional strengths and real-world results in theoretical innovation, political development, organizational structure and its people-centered approach – and to collectively answer the question of our times: “Why is the CPC successful?”
This is the sixth story of the "Practitioner's Insights" column, in which, the Global Times visited the Henan Jiao Yulu Executive Leadership Academy in Lankao county, Central China's Henan Province, a Party spirit education institute named after the late grassroots Party official Jiao Yulu (1922-64).
Editor's Note: Large models, robots, intelligent manufacturing, autonomous driving... In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has made headlines around the world. In real life, AI has permeated all aspects of human society, helping with scientific research in laboratories, assisting in the restoration of mysterious ancient scrolls at archaeological sites, and helping to find abducted children in the vast sea of humanity. The development of technology has also brought challenges in various aspects in ethics and law. Many experts advocate that humans should see technology as a tool created for the ultimate purpose of serving humanity, making life and work more efficient and comfortable. In light of this, the Global Times has launched the "AI empowers industry and improves people's livelihoods" series, showcasing the tremendous energy and broad prospects that AI brings across every aspect of society. This is the eighth installment in this series, featuring the practical involvement of AI tech in China's river management.
Kevin Kelly, the founding executive editor of the US magazine Wired, introduces the concept of "Cool China 2049" in his new book. Speaking to the Global Times, Kelly highlighted the significance of 2049 as a pivotal moment to imagine China's technological breakthroughs, global role, and creative exports, predicting a "cool China" could export AR, gaming, music, and art and set trends worldwide. #FutureTech #China
Although 18,000 kilometers away, China and Latin America came together in Rio de Janeiro for a high-level roundtable, fostering dialogue on cultural exchange, green development, and Global South cooperation—deepening mutual understanding and building a shared future. #ChinaLAC
Editor's Note: Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, Chinese president, and chairman of the Central Military Commission, has stressed that the environment concerns the well-being of people in all countries. During his inspections, Xi has always paid great attention to ecosystems, spanning from cities to rural areas, and from enterprises to communities. Under the guidance of Chinese President Xi Jinping's thought on ecological civilization, China has been advancing the green transition of its economy over the last decade. Regions across the country are actively promoting the construction of ecological civilization and advancing Chinese modernization featuring harmony between humanity and nature. These efforts are creating a "Beautiful China." The coming five years will be critical to the building of a "Beautiful China." The Global Times is launching a series of stories to explore the progress of ecological civilization projects that Xi is concerned with, delving into the positive environmental changes occurring now, and offering valuable insights and references for both national and global efforts. From these practical examples, we can see how Xi's thought on ecological civilization is put into practice and further inspires public action. In this installment, we turn our eyes to the northeast regions of China. Under the guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization, they have persisted for decades in evolving their approaches to bird conservation, demonstrating how grassroots efforts form an indispensable foundation for China's ecological stewardship.
The “Global Times Overseas China Week and Global South Dialogue: Seminar on Relations between China and Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) countries, and the Mutual Perception of Public Opinion” were held in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, on Monday local time. Political, business, academic, think tank, and media circle representatives from China and Argentina gathered to engage in in-depth exchanges on deepening mutual understanding, strengthening the public support foundation, and promoting mutual learning among civilizations between China and LAC countries.
In the midst of the escalating Iran-Israel conflict, some Chinese nationals in these regions have chosen to stay rather than evacuate. They've witnessed local efforts to keep life running and felt the warmth of local support. Their stories show shared pain and a longing for peace.
On June 21, 2025, the summer solstice bathes Mohe - China's northernmost city nestled at the northern tip of China's "rooster-shaped" map in Heilongjiang Province - in over 21 hours of daylight. Tucked beneath the northern slopes of the Great Khingan Mountains, this region - China's northernmost and highest-latitude borderland, encompassing Mohe and six other counties - boasts the unique allure of being the "Arctic of China" or "the city of extreme cold."
Cultural artifacts are more than historical remnants; they embody the spirit of a nation and a civilization. In recent years, some countries have not only stepped up cultural preservation efforts, but also worked actively to recover artifacts looted during colonial times. Recently, the Global Times interviewed officials in Egypt and Nigeria, as well as representatives from civil groups in Japan and other countries, to learn how those looted treasures are making their way home.
As the Global Times reporters journeyed through Kazakhstan to uncover its growing bond with China, we were struck by the vibrant wave of “Chinese fever” sweeping this Central Asian nation. Walking the streets of Astana, reporters often meet locals warmly greeting with a hearty “ni hao” – “hello.” Learning Chinese language has become a passion here – look no further than the Confucius Institute at L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, where over 15,000 students have eagerly embraced the language, building bridges to a shared future.
Near the international airport in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, a light rail train, painted in the deep blue of Kazakh national flag, hangs on the newly built elevated tracks, its car bodies freshly hoisted into place. A Chinese engineer pauses, tools in hand, feeling a quiet pride in this nearly complete milestone – Central Asia's first light rail. Nearby, a Kazakh family stops to look, their eyes bright with anticipation, envisioning the day this still train will glide, linking their city to a future full of promise.
In the evening, a Global Times reporter entered a soybean greenhouse at the Oilseed institute. Upon entering, the interior was bright as day, as if the sun were hanging directly overhead, and the temperature was about 5 C higher than outside. After a moment of adjustment, the reporter could see that the less than 10-square-meter greenhouse resembled a small field, filled with lush green soybean plants, some of which had already formed green pods. The ceiling simulated natural light, covered with dotted light strips. Additionally, some shorter soybean varieties were on shelves against the wall, receiving light primarily from blue light lamps, which are said to promote soybean growth.
The fourth ministerial meeting of the China-CELAC (Community of Latin American and Caribbean States) Forum, which concluded in May, marked a significant milestone in China-CELAC cooperation and further enhanced the momentum for future development. In recent years, China and LAC countries have deepened cooperation under the GDI, the GSI, and the GCI. In this issue, we focus on the LAC region to explore how years of fruitful cooperation have yielded benefits in areas such as the economy, security, and fostering connections across the ocean under the three global initiatives.
TCM is winning over hearts in Kazakhstan! At the China-Kazakhstan Traditional Medicine Center in Astana, locals rave about instant relief & "China speed." More than 38,000 patients have been served. How are these ancient Chinese healing tricks becoming a hit in Astana? The piece reveals answers.
A Kazakh traditional Chinese medicine TCM doctor praised by President Xi hopes to bring the health benefits and professional training of TCM to more Kazakhs, calling TCM a global gift.
In a recent exclusive written interview with Global Times reporters Hu Yuwei and Zhao Juecheng (GT), Kazakhstan's Ambassador to China, Shakhrat Nuryshev (Nuryshev), expressed his belief that the first China-Central Asia Summit, held in Xi'an in 2023, pioneered a new model of regional collaboration. He expressed confidence that the second summit, held in Astana, will further enhance China-Central Asia cooperation with significant momentum. Nuryshev also highly praised the current China-Kazakhstan relationship, describing it as a model of neighborly friendship, mutual respect, and shared development.
The fifth article of the “Scholars' Perspectives” column features an interview with Dong Yu, executive vice dean of the China Institute for Development Planning at Tsinghua University. Dong is one of the participants in the formulation of several recent five-year plans and has also witnessed the central economic policy-making and implementation since the 18th CPC National Congress.
This is the fifth story of the "Practitioner's Insights" column, in which, a Global Times reporter traveled to Jiaxing, East China's Zhejiang Province, to speak with local drivers, passengers, and transportation officials about the urban-rural bus Route 101, which is hailed as a model for the national urban-rural public transportation integration reform. Over the past two decades, this route has steadfastly adhered to the "nail" spirit and the perseverance of "keeping working on it, one administration after another," to anchor the principle of "following a good blueprint through to the end" and "making it a success."
In the sixth article of the "Readers' Reflections" column, Global Times (GT) reporters Ma Jingjing, Qi Xijia and Chen Xia talked to Denis Depoux (Depoux), global managing director of consulting firm Roland Berger, about how China's five-year plans bring historic transformation to the country, and how China translates long-term goals into every five-year plan and resolutely implements them.
As summer unfolds across China, the busy farming season, involving summer harvests, planting, and management, is in full swing.
The second China-Central Asia Summit is set to take place in Astana between June 16-18, with Chinese President Xi Jinping and leaders from the five Central Asian countries in attendance, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson announced on Friday. What are the expectations of diplomats and scholars from Central Asian nations for this summit? What tangible changes and outcomes have been achieved since the inaugural summit in North China's Xi'an in 2023? Global Times (GT) reporters Hu Yuwei, Zhao Juecheng and Xue Ke interviewed Bolat Nurgaliyev (Nurgaliyev) in Astana, who served as secretary-general of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) from 2007 to 2009 and currently chairs the Board of the Foreign Policy Research Institute under Kazakhstan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He shared his insights on the unique significance of the second summit for China-Central Asia relations.
Global Times reporters interviewed several industry insiders to review the global competition surrounding the key single crop - soybean, as well as the role of foreign investment in this invisible soybean war and the experiences China has explored.
In this issue, Global Times reporters Xu Liuliu and Liu Yang (GT) spoke with Colombian Ambassador to China, Sergio Cabrera Cardenas (Cabrera), about bilateral cooperation and exchanges, as well as his insights on the GDI, the GCI, and the GSI.
Editor's Note: This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression (1931-1945) and the World Anti-Fascist War. Winning the war is a great victory of the national spirit with patriotism at its core, a great victory achieved with the Communist Party of China (CPC) fighting as the central pillar, a great victory fought by the whole nation through solidarity and bravery, and a great victory for the Chinese people, anti-fascist allies and people around the world who fought shoulder-to-shoulder.
Amid the trade frictions the US has sparked with multiple countries, soybeans have emerged as a key point of contention. This crop, originally from China, is now one of the US' main exports to China. However, due to tariffs and trade uncertainties, China is accelerating its soybean purchases from South American countries such as Brazil and Argentina.
Dubbed "a train-forged city," Suifenhe, located in Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, was originally established in the late 19th century when Russians built train maintenance workshops and other facilities there following the construction of the Chinese Eastern Railway in 1903.
China's national college entrance examination, or gaokao, will take place as scheduled across the country from June 7 to 9.
In 1962, after an eight-year struggle, the Algerian people overthrew French colonial rule and achieved national independence. In 1958, at a difficult and crucial stage of Algeria's independence revolution, China became the first non-Arab country to recognize the Algerian Provisional Government.
Editor's Note: Large models, robots, intelligent manufacturing, autonomous driving... In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has made headlines around the world. In real life, AI has permeated all aspects of human society, helping with scientific research in laboratories, assisting in the restoration of mysterious ancient scrolls at archaeological sites, and helping to find abducted children in the vast sea of humanity. The development of technology has also brought challenges in various aspects in ethics and law. Many experts advocate that humans should see technology as a tool created for the ultimate purpose of serving humanity, making life and work more efficient and comfortable.
Later this June, a Chinese research team that developed the world's first-ever full-process onboard carbon capture and storage system will collaborate with conduct the world's first ship-to-ship liquid carbon dioxide unloading operation and achieve a complete closed loop for the reuse of LCO2. This will set an example for further promotion the establishment of industry standards in the field of carbon capture and accelerating the industrialization and application promotion of ship-based carbon capture equipment, the Global Times learned.
A 22-year-old university student from Shenzhen, China, Xu Yang, recently broke a Guinness World Record in the field with a self-structured first-person view (FPV) drone, and open-sourced the entire design process and data. Weighing just 247 grams, this drone even surpasses the speed of a high-speed train at full throttle. Fueled by passion and relentless refinement, Chinese enthusiasts like Xu have formed online communities where they exchange knowledge and support each other, leveraging their expertise to take solid strides in advancing innovation within China's drone industry.
In the fifth article of the "Readers' Reflections" column, Global Times (GT) reporter Ma Tong talked to Fabio Massimo Parenti (Parenti), an Associate Professor of International Political Economy at the China Foreign Affairs University, and a scholar of international studies at the Italian International Institute Lorenzo de' Medici.
This is the fourth story of the "Practitioners' Insights" column, in which the Global Times exclusively interviewed the China-Brazil Earth Resource Satellite (CBERS) project scientific research team members. Their experiences showcase China's responsibilities in scientific and technological development: Continuously enhancing independent innovation capabilities and always adhering to the philosophy of technology for good purposes.
Many of the seniors serve in central and western regions under China's "Silver Age Action" initiative, which was launched to leverage the expertise of senior professionals in various fields to assist in improving lesser-developed areas.
For Sergei, this isn't just therapy - it's a cultural adventure, a bridge between his Siberian roots and the warm, mysterious world of Chinese healing. This scene - part therapeutic ritual, part cultural spectacle - is routine at the hospital, where Chinese medicine meets Russian curiosity. Along the hospital's corridors, the air is perfumed with the faint aroma of mugwort, and bilingual Chinese-Russian signs guide patients to clinics adorned with traditional decor. Upstairs, in the international clinic, a group of Russian patients study a Russian-language poster explaining Baduanjin, a set of eight gentle exercises rooted in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to boost energy flow and balance.
This year is SCO's "China Year." China will host the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin this autumn, according to China's Foreign Ministry, and now the world is tuned in. Will this gathering mark a new milestone for the organization? Against the backdrop of global geopolitical fractures and economic uncertainty, how will the SCO reshape regional integration? In an exclusive interview with Global Times (GT) reporters Lin Xiaoyi and Xie Wenting during the 2025 SCO Media Cooperation Forum in Urumqi, capital city of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, SCO Deputy Secretary-General Sohail Khan (Khan) revealed how the organization leverages its "Shanghai Spirit" to address 21st-century challenges. From China's pivotal role as rotating chair to the SCO's experiments in global governance, the interview paints a picture of the SCO amid ever-shifting geopolitical landscapes.
Editor's Note: Chinese people believe that letters are as valuable as gold. For thousands of years, letters, across mountains and oceans, have been delivering the writers' sentiments and conveying friendship and expectations. Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese president, has managed to find time to reply to some letters from different sectors of the society and different parts of the world despite his busy work schedule. Through his letters, Xi has corresponded with people from all walks of life on numerous occasions, part of a series of excellent stories of China in the new era. Therefore, the Global Times traced and contacted some of the recipients of Xi's letters to hear the inspiring stories behind the letters and their communications with the Chinese president.
Editor's Note: This year is SCO's “China Year.” On May 23, at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Media Cooperation Forum of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Countries held in Urumqi, capital city of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, the International News Department of the People's Daily and the Global Times Institute jointly released a report titled “Common Home: Public Opinion on the Development Visions in SCO Member States.” The survey was conducted among the general public aged 18-60 in 10 full member states of the SCO, and a total of 5,719 valid questionnaires were collected in 11 languages, including Chinese, English, Russian, Persian, Urdu, and Kazakh.
What is the impact of US tariffs on the Indian economy? In the face of Washington's tariff pressures, how much leverage does New Delhi have? Is the US imposition of so-called “reciprocal tariffs” an opportunity or a challenge for India? These questions are critical factors influencing India's stance on US tariffs.
A youth football friendly match spanning mountains and seas recently unfolded at the foot of Mount Qomolangma in Xigaze, Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. The match pitted the Qomolangma Snow Eagles against the Salta delegation team, made up of players from the Puna region of Argentina's Salta Province. Young players from both sides poured their hearts into the game, using football to build a bridge of friendship between Chinese and Argentine.
This second installment of our "Guardians of Memory" series traces the extraordinary journey of China's national anthem through the voices of its creators' descendants and modern-day torchbearers. Their accounts reveal how the song, "March of the Volunteers," has evolved from a wartime battle cry to a global bridge of cultural understanding.
The 2025 Media Cooperation Forum of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Countries is set to kick off in Xinjiang's capital city of Urumqi on Friday, with Sohail Khan, deputy secretary-general of the SCO, emphasizing the strategic importance of Xinjiang in fostering regional connectivity and mutual understanding through media collaboration.
In this installment, we turn our eyes to the western regions of China. Under the guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization, they are transforming deserts like the Gobi, and other arid areas into hopeful green oases of clean energy through the construction of new energy bases in these once desolate regions
As dusk falls over Timor-Leste's capital Dili, Yang Huchen's car winds through the country's rugged terrain, his eyes tracing the golden constellations of light that now dot the hillsides. Each glowing window tells a story – a child studying after sunset, a vendor keeping a stall open late, and a family gathered beneath a steady bulb. For Yang, a Chinese engineer who has spent 13 years constructing national power grid across this island nation, the view stirs something deeper than scenery. “It's not just electricity,” he told the Global Times. “It's about ordinary people's lives.”
This is the first installment under the theme of "Witnesses of Struggle." In this installment, the Global Times retraces the footsteps of key commanders from China's Northeast Anti-Japanese United Army (NAJUA) - the country's northernmost frontline force during the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression (1931-1945) - who persevered for 14 years under extreme hardship.
In the fourth installment of "Translator's Voices" column comprised of interviews with translators of the book series from various countries, Global Times (GT) reporters Xu Liuliu and Li Yuche talked to Timofey Bakhvalov, a Russian-language translation expert from the Foreign Languages Press. He was deeply involved in the translation and editorial work for the Russian editions of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China Volumes III and IV.
Starting June 1, 2025, China's visa-free policy will benefit nationals of Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Uruguay, with the trial period lasting until May 31, 2026, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said at a regular news briefing on Thursday.
To offer a deep understanding of the three global initiatives, and elaborate on their significance on a global scale, the Global Times is launching a series of articles. In this installment, Chinese and international experts share an in-depth interpretation of a recently released white paper on national security in China from the perspective of GSI.
Editor's Note: This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression (1931-1945) and the World Anti-Fascist War. Winning the war is a great victory of the national spirit with patriotism at its core, a great victory achieved with the Communist Party of China (CPC) fighting as the central pillar, a great victory fought by the whole nation through solidarity and bravery, and a great victory for the Chinese people, anti-fascist allies and people around the world who fought shoulder-to-shoulder.
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. Winning the war is a great victory of the national spirit with patriotism at its core, a great victory achieved with the Communist Party of China (CPC) fighting as the central pillar, a great victory fought by the whole nation through solidarity and bravery, and a great victory for the Chinese people, anti-fascist allies and people around the world who fought shoulder-to-shoulder.
Brazil occupies an important position in China's global partnerships, having been the first country to forge a strategic partnership with China. It is also the first nation in Latin America to establish a comprehensive strategic partnership with China. As one of the most important economic and cultural centers in Brazil, the state of Rio de Janeiro plays a strategic role in the development of China-Brazil relations. In this issue, Global Times reporter Xie Wenting (GT) speaks with Marina dos Santos (Santos), a legislator from Rio de Janeiro, about bilateral cooperation, including in football, as well as her insights on the GDI, the GCI, and the GSI.
To enhance mutual understanding between China and LAC countries and to strengthen and promote cultural exchanges, mutual learning, and people-to-people exchanges, the Global Times Institute (GTI), in collaboration with the Latin American Council of Social Sciences (CLACSO) and the China-Latin America Education and Culture Center, conducted a "China-LAC mutual perception survey" in both regions. The first part, "Chinese perspectives on the LAC," was conducted from April 11 to 22, 2025, targeting ordinary Chinese citizens aged 18 to 69. The survey was carried out through an online questionnaire distributed to members, covering 16 cities across seven major regions of the Chinese mainland, and collected 2,099 valid samples.
On Friday, the Red Square in Moscow, Russia was adorned with vibrant displays of military pride and historical reverence during the Victory Day military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War. Among the highlights was the impeccable formation of the Guard of Honor of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) , whose disciplined march and striking presence captivated onlookers.
As the world faces growing instability and the acceleration of profound global changes unseen in a century, how do people in Europe and Russia view the history of WWII today?
China's quantum computing industry has made new progress. Recently, Chinese startup Origin Quantum in Hefei, East China's Anhui Province, launched Origin Tianji 4.0, a self-developed superconducting quantum measurement and control system that supports 500-plus-qubit quantum computers. The progress indicates that China's quantum computing industry has achieved replicable and iterative engineering production capabilities, laying the foundation for the mass production of hundred-bit quantum computers, Kong Weicheng, head of the system's development team, told the Global Times.
In this installment, representatives from a volunteer teaching team at a remote primary school in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, who recently received a reply letter from Xi, shared their stories of committing themselves to the western region, serving the border areas while promoting ethnic unity and progress.
China has successfully established the world's first three-satellite constellation on the distant retrograde orbit (DRO) in the Earth-moon region of space, with the constellation operating stably for over 200 days, the Global Times learned at an academic seminar held by the project's developer, the Technology and Engineering Center for Space Utilization (CSU) at the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) recently.
May 4, 2025 marked China's Youth Day, commemorating the historic May Fourth Movement of 1919, a monumental youth movement that ignited profound social changes in China. As the movement commemorates its 106th anniversary, a look back at that pivotal awakening reveals a heartening truth: Today's Chinese youth are redefining the spirit of their forebears with fresh vigor and global relevance.
China has actively supported Brazil's agricultural sustainability, aligning with the GDI. Southern Brazil's Paraná State is renowned for its agricultural innovation. In this issue, Global Times reporter Xie Wenting (GT) spoke with Paraná State legislator Jorge Gomes de Oliveira Brand (Brand) on the GDI and more.
By creating authentic and relatable content, these county influencers are boosting the sales of agricultural products, stimulating catering consumption, and tourism. Such efforts have become one of the engines driving rural revitalization.
The sufferings endured by the Chinese people and the heroic resistance they demonstrated during the anti-fascist war deserve to be remembered, and must be told to the world, José Luis Centella, president of the Communist Party of Spain, told the Global Times in an exclusive interview.
In a shifting media landscape in the US, "The AP (Associated Press) is on the outs, but these new MAGA ("Make America Great Again") media stars are on the rise," as noted in a recent article by US-based magazine Politico.
Nestled deep in the snow-capped peaks of the Karakoram Mountains lies a village known as "Paiyike." In Kyrgyz, "Paiyike" translates to "the highest stone mountain," a fitting name for a land dominated by ice, snow, and biting wind year-round. At an altitude of 3,780 meters and overseeing multiple exit routes, the station's officers, through their unwavering dedication to their work, ensure the stability of this vital border region through patrolling, risks prevention, and assisting the local community.
Swiss Federal Councilor and Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis stated at a press conference at the Swiss Embassy in Beijing on Thursday night that the tariff war creates uncertainty and offers no benefits, not even to the US.
If we need to select a key phrase for 2025, "weight management" could be one of the most red-hot candidates.
The Global Times recently obtained an exclusive set of photographs, showing that in mid-April, the China Coast Guard (CCG) enforced maritime management and exercised sovereign jurisdiction at Tiexian Jiao in the South China Sea by conducting on-reef inspection and evidence collection of illegal activity.
"Thank you, Chinese suppliers -we love you! Please drop your business or factory links below comments section for clothing, furniture, wigs, and more." This was the message Courtney Ferguson, a New York shopper, posted on RedNote, China's popular lifestyle social media platform, on April 14.
Standing at the entrance of a hospital in Shanghai, 17-year-old Jack and his mother Beatrix felt a mix of anxiety and hope. After moving from their hometown in Germany to Shanghai months ago, Jack's vitiligo had flared up again. Medication had proven little effective at that time, and he even experienced side effects like diarrhea. Following a recommendation from their insurance company, Beatrix brought Jack to the International Medical Department (IMD) of Shanghai Seventh People's Hospital.
Recently, Global Times reporter Lin Xiaoyi visited the Paiyike Border Police Station to hear the stories of the officers stationed there. In this place, where icy gusts carry echoes of celluloid patriotism, legacy isn't merely preserved in film reels but in the living pulse of the guardians of the border passing the torch forward through generations.
In the third installment of "Translator's Voices" column comprised of interviews with translators of the book series from various countries, GT reporter Hu Yuwei talked to Dr Chea Munyrith (Chea), president of the Cambodian Chinese Evolution Researcher Association and the former advisor to Cambodia's Senate, who shared how China's diplomatic philosophy inspires him to convey President Xi's wisdom to the Cambodian people.
"What we pursue is the wellbeing of both the Chinese people and the people of all other countries," Xi Jinping, Chinese president and general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, emphasized in "China's Diplomacy Must Befit Its Major-Country Status" of the second volume of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China. In Vietnam's Hanoi, a light rail line constructed by a Chinese company has transformed the lives of locals, demonstrating China's commitment to pursuing shared wellbeing with people in neighboring countries.
Editor's Note: A Chinese public health team departed for Myanmar from Kunming, Southwest China's Yunnan Province on Saturday to support post-earthquake public health efforts in the country. The team, consisting of 50 members, will primarily conduct tasks such as post-disaster risk assessment, disease monitoring, laboratory testing, epidemiological investigations, infectious disease control, drinking water monitoring, environmental sanitation and disinfection, health education, and technical training, according to the Xinhua News Agency. The deployment of team is China's latest move in helping Myanmar after a 7.9 magnitude earthquake hit the country on March 28, which has claimed 3,726 lives and left 5,105 people injured as of Friday, according to Myanmar's State Administration Council Information Team. What is the latest situation in Myanmar? What are the major difficulties that the locals and rescue missions face? What role does China play in the rescue missions and how does this help the country? Global Times reporter Xie Wenting (GT) spoke with Stephanie Xu (Xu), PR Officer at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Delegation in Myanmar.
In a Hangzhou courtroom, a judge prepares to preside over a civil case. The judge logs into a smart judicial decision-making platform, perusing through the case files and in-depth analyses meticulously organized by the system. Once the judge has a firm grasp of the case's fundamentals, the hearing commences. All parties join the virtual court hearing. Just 20 minutes later, a verdict is reached. The large-scale language model drafts the judgment document, which the judge reviews, signs, and then emails to the parties concerned, bringing the case to a close.
China and Spain reached a cooperative agreement on April 11 in the field of synchrotron radiation light sources to promote the research and development of fourth-generation synchrotron radiation light source technologies and facilitate the open sharing of international large scientific facilities, the Xinhua News Agency reported.
While most Chinese employees have just returned from the Qingming holiday between April 4 and 6, Yi Ya is ready for exciting new journeys ahead. Later this month, the 57-year-old retiree will fly to Auckland in New Zealand to participate in a weeks-long study program. Later in May, Yi plans to spend two weeks each in London and Dublin, where she will attend classes and explore the local sights in her free time.
In a latest move targeting international students, the Trump administration on Tuesday threatened to strip Harvard University of its tax-exempt status after the school rebuffed his administration's demands for a series of policy changes. The threat came a day after the Trump administration halted more than $2 billion in federal funding for Harvard, the oldest university in the US.
"We just got a 10-million-yuan ($1.37 million) order put on hold by US clients due to tariff concerns," said Wu, a manager at a hardware store in Yiwu, China's export hub, located in East China's Zhejiang Province. Far from being overwhelmed with anxiety, Wu, gesturing toward a metal tools display, was the picture of serenity. "Honestly, I'm not even worried," said the longtime merchant.
The transition from a comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Malaysia to a vision of a community with a shared future exemplifies the deepening mutual trust and collaboration between the two nations, Dato' Abdul Majid Ahmad Khan, president of the Malaysia-China Friendship Association and former Malaysian ambassador to China, told the Global Times in a recent interview.
Over the decades, Malaysia has been one of China's closest neighbors, a trusted friend, and win-win partner. Today, bilateral relations are at their best in modern history, with fruitful achievements across all fields of cooperation benefiting both peoples, Gan Tian Loo, vice president of the Association of Interaction Malaysia-China and former special envoy to China for the Malacca State government of Malaysia, told the Global Times in a recent interview.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay state visits to Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia from April 14 to 18. This is the first overseas trip of the year by China's head of state, and also serves as the inaugural visit to neighboring countries following the Central Conference on Work Related to Neighboring Countries.
Chinese Ambassador to Vietnam He Wei (He) recently told the Global Times (GT) in an exclusive interview that this year is of particular significance for bilateral relations, as it marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Vietnam, as well as the Year of People-to-People Exchanges.
China's research icebreaker Xuelong, or Snow Dragon, arrived in Shanghai on Tuesday, marking the completion of key missions in the country's 41st Antarctic expedition.
"Though we are unaware of how bad it could get, we are holding our breath for what could come from it." In the heart of Muscatine, Iowa, 21-year-old Katharina Scholze, a full-time nanny, captures the growing unease that has gripped American consumers.
"It is QQ! It is back! Like we travel across time to when it was still young. I will grow up with it once again!"
Global Times reporter Xing Xiaojing recently conducted an investigation into this matter, talking to representatives from the Atomic Bomb Museum, the Nagasaki city government, Japanese civic groups, and Chinese experts. The findings reveal that the demands for revisions to the museum's World War II narrative reflect deep-seated contradictions in Japanese society regarding historical awareness and the issue of political rightward shift. A representative from a Japanese civic group stated that this issue cannot be ignored, saying, "Without proper reflection on history, we cannot have a peaceful future!"
Editor's Note: Undersea cables carry over 95 percent of the global cross-border data traffic and are a core component of the modern global communication network. The global cable systems constructed by China connect major markets around the world, providing strong support and assurance for real-time transactions and data flow in cross-border e-commerce, finance, and multinational enterprises. In fact, China is not only an important guardian of global cable operations, but is also a significant builder of global cable facilities.
As the pace of global submarine communication cable construction accelerates, conflicts between increasingly busy international shipping routes and densely laid cable lines have increased. Every year, multiple incidents of submarine cable faults caused by vessel activity occur worldwide. This calls for stronger international cooperation to enhance the protection and maintenance of these critical infrastructures. However, in recent years, some Western countries have politically exploited submarine cable failures, launching narrative attacks on other nations. China, as an emerging power in global shipping and the submarine cable industry, has become one of the targets of these "pan-politicized" accusations.
During his first official visit to the US' close ally in Southeast Asia, American Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reaffirmed Washington's "ironclad" commitment to a defense treaty with the Philippines on March 28 and pledged to deploy advanced capabilities to its partner to strengthen a deterrence against threats, including Chinese "aggression," Reuters reported.
April 2 marks the United Nations' World Autism Awareness Day. According to a 2024 report on the development status of the autism education and rehabilitation industry in China, 0.7 percent of children aged 6 to 12 in China have autism. It is estimated that there are about 2 million children with autism nationwide between the ages of 0 and 14, with approximately 160,000 new cases diagnosed each year, the Xinhua News Agency reported. Over the past years, autistic children in China have gained increasing attention and care. In 2022, China's National Health Commission released a trial protocol on autism screening and intervention services for children under the age of 6 to improve related services. The country has also released a work plan for improving special education for the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025).
Recently, a plan spearheaded by the BlackRock to acquire more ports has not only put BlackRock, the "world's largest asset management company," under the spotlight, but has also highlighted the role of ports and maritime transport in global trade.
When the entire building began to violently shake and crack, Chinese businesswoman, Zhou, grabbed her friend and rushed out of the restaurant they were in - this was her second encounter with death since the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake.
In the second installment of the “Decoding the Book of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China” series, the Global Times (GT) continues to invite Chinese and international scholars, translators of the work, practitioners of its concepts, and overseas readers to share their insights, understandings and reflections on CPC's efforts to improve Party conduct and promote full, rigorous Party self-governance.
This is the second story of the "Practitioners' Insights" column, featuring a visit to the government service center in Anji County, East China's Zhejiang Province, where the Global Times observed how the Communist Party of China (CPC) continuously improve Party conduct to deliver tangible results for the people through the stories of the "feedback window for unfinished work."
In the second article of "Readers' Reflections" column, GT reporter Chen Qingqing talked to Hodan Osman Abdi, the Somali Ambassador to China, who previously worked in Zhejiang and conducted extensive grassroots research across various regions in China.
Over the past few decades, Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region has borne witness to a transformation as profound as the peaks that cradle it. Nowadays, on the high plateau, economic strides empower the humble, education ignites young dreams, healthcare heals with compassion, and verdant hills stand as sentinels of a brighter, greener future.
In August 2024, at a fashion show in Qingdao, a coastal city in East China's Shandong Province, a group of young models confidently strutted down the runway, clad in exquisite Tibetan attire. Their poised presence and striking outfits captivated the audience, filling Losang Drolma with immense pride.
In a sunlit studio in Lhasa, Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, Dorje Tsewang carefully glides his brush across the paper, immersing himself in the art of Tibetan calligraphy.
The US government recently designated South Korea as a "sensitive country," which was described by some South Korean media outlets as "an unexpected move." "This decision not only damages South Korea's international reputation, but also raises serious questions about the state of diplomatic coordination between Seoul and Washington," read an opinion piece published by The Korea Herald on March 20. How did one of America's closest allies end up on this list, and what should be done to reverse this designation? the article asked.
On December 25, 1997, alongside the express road in Yumen city, Northwest China's Gansu Province, four 300-kilowatt wind turbines imported from Denmark began to slowly turn their blades.
In February 2025, the Global Times Institute (GTI) and the Institute for a Community with Shared Future under the Communication University of China jointly conducted a targeted survey on "social and public ideas/values" in 10 countries - Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, India, South Africa, Russia, France, the US, and Brazil - focusing on individuals aged 18 to 45. A total of 5,294 valid questionnaires were collected.
"At Butterworth's, a restaurant on Capitol Hill, a sea of red MAGA hats packed in tight to drink in Trump's swearing-in ceremony." In January, American news outlet Washington Examiner described this scene in an article. The article mentioned that among the guests at this restaurant, in addition to young Republicans and incoming officials, there were also think tanks and organizations such as the American Moment, the Center for Renewing America, and the Conservative Partnership Institute. These right-wing think tanks, which have emerged in the US in recent years, have been referred to by US media as "new conservative think tanks" or "new right-wing think tanks," and even as "MAGA think tanks."
With temperatures rising across China, farmers have launched the spring plowing season, an essential part of the country's agricultural calendar. From the vast wheat fields in Central China's Henan Province to the rice paddies in provinces including Central China's Hunan and East China's Jiangxi, farmers are working hard to secure a successful harvest, supported by local government initiatives.
The morning sun streamed through the curtains. Long Ling opened the window to let in the gentle sea breeze. The 61-year-old then left the hotel with his husband, taking a short stroll to the beach just minutes away. The sun cast a soft orange hue over the water, and Long inhaled deeply, savoring the fresh air.
Through policy guidance and technological support, more odd-jobs markets in different regions across the country, which are important platforms for those seeking flexible employment, are gradually shifting from its crude "roadside market" form to a standardized, digital-driven phase, bringing new hope and order to the employment landscape.
"Chinita (a Spanish term for Chinese girl), chinita!" Tong Xue, whose social media nickname is "Missya," heard someone calling her as she walked alone on the streets of Trinidad, a coastal town in central Cuba, one night in early February.
Often hailed as the “Glory of the Nation,” Qinshan Nuclear Power symbolizes a remarkable journey in the history of the People's Republic of China. It all began in the spring of 1985 when the first concrete was poured on the once-barren shores of Haiyan county in East China's Zhejiang Province. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of a transformative era, transforming the site into the largest and most diverse nuclear power base in the country. Today, it is home to nine operational units, generating an impressive annual output of approximately 52 billion kilowatt-hours.
To offer global audiences deeper insights into Xi Jinping: The Governance of China and the key concepts it contains, including perspectives on development, civilization, security, human rights, ecology, international order, and global governance, the Global Times is launching the "Decoding the Book of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China" series. Through themed columns such as "Scholars' Perspectives," "Translators' Voices," "Practitioners' Insights," and "Readers' Reflections," this series will feature perspectives from Chinese and international scholars, translators of the work, practitioners of its concepts, and overseas readers. It aims to share what they have seen and understood about China's philosophy, values, and wisdom through the book. This is the first installment of the "Practitioners' Insights" column, which narrates how a grassroots legislative outreach office in Shanghai channels the voices of ordinary citizens to the nation's highest legislative body, acting as a vital mechanism for advancing whole-process people's democracy.
For the first installment of the "Readers' Reflections" column, we invite Zoon Ahmed Khan, a Pakistani researcher and journalist based in Beijing, to share her insights from reading the volume 4 of the book and her perspective on China's democratic system.
Four months have passed since the opening of the Chancay Port in Peru. Situated 80 kilometers north of the capital Lima, this megaport, invested by Chinese enterprises, has significantly reduced the transportation time of goods exported from South America to the Asian market from about 35 days to 25 days. The project benefits various industries and businesses in Peru and beyond, across Latin America, serving as a new example of cooperation between China and Latin America under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
As advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) continue to unfold, robots are emerging as a transformative force in the elderly care industry across China. With innovations ranging from feeding robots to those designed for rehabilitation and hygiene assistance, an increasing array of age-friendly tech products is being introduced to support seniors.
Zhang Ling (pseudonym) spent nearly half a month searching online for making an appointment with a recommended traditional Chinese veterinary medicine (TCVM) doctor in Beijing after her six-year-old Chinese field dog, Dou Dou, was paralyzed in a car accident.
In an apartment in Boston, the US, American Rachel Yu styles her hair in front of a mirror. She skillfully secures her hair in a bun at the top of her head, inserts a gilded hairpin, and puts on a beautifully embroidered horse-face skirt.
Over the weekend, American student Laci Sligar celebrated her 25th birthday in Shanghai. This was one of the most memorable birthdays Sligar has had in recent years, as she has only been in China for a week. She received three birthday cakes from her new friends in Shanghai and enjoyed a special day with them.
The high-speed train glides past lush early spring fields. From Beijing to Nanjing, the capital of East China's Jiangsu Province, the train travels at over 300 kilometers per hour. Eric George Ongoa watches the scenery unfold, the sight of modern houses reflecting growing prosperity, leaving him a lasting impression. "If you want to be wealthy, build roads first." Ongoa, a grassroots civil servant from Solomon Islands, first heard this concept a few days earlier in Beijing while attending a training program for young diplomats from Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) partner countries.
Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, visited national political advisors from the China Democratic League, the China Association for Promoting Democracy, and the sector of education, who are currently attending the third session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) in Beijing on Thursday. Xi attended their joint group meeting, and heard their comments and suggestions.
With China's population of seniors over 60 surpassing 300 million, ensuring a happy and fulfilling life for all elderly individuals has become a pressing concern for both families and the nation. How can the new generation of seniors in China break away from traditional norms and embrace a different lifestyle, supported by AI technology, multiculturalism, and an elder-friendly society? The series of “Old Age, New Trends” will explore emerging trends in the silver economy, the creative social norms among senior citizens, and innovative eldercare services. It will examine the opportunities and challenges presented by an aging society, highlighting the diverse lifestyles of seniors and the booming eldercare industry in China. Beneath these new trends lies a reflection of Chinese modernization, which aims to provide more secure systems and dignified lives for its senior population.
On Saturday morning, the 34th Rossing National Marathon Championship (Rossing Marathon) was grandly inaugurated in the coastal town of Swakopmund in Namibia, with a ceremonial gunshot fired by Wei Jinming, the Counsellor for Economic and Commercial Affairs at the Embassy.
Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, took part in a deliberation with fellow lawmakers from Jiangsu during the third session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) in Beijing, on March 5, 2025. This marks the third consecutive year that Xi has taken part in a deliberation of this delegation since 2023.
Editor's Note: Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, has used the metaphor of “calculating accounts” on many occasions to expound key issues. Whether they are accounts of the long-term, overall and comprehensive nature, each account reflects the Party's commitment to building itself for the public good and exercising power for the people. How are these “accounts,” which he has consistently emphasized, calculated? The Global Times launches a series of stories to find the answer from the proposals and motions as well as the key words of the annual national two sessions. This is the second installment.
The era of "big oil" has passed its zenith; welcome to the era of "big shovels." This statement, published on the World Economic Forum's website, highlights the significance of critical minerals. Recently, the US and Europe's attempt to acquire rare earth and other resources from Ukraine shows that critical minerals have become a new battleground for multiple countries. To gain more critical minerals, some countries try to form small circles, which may worsen geopolitical divisions. On the other hand, some scholars note that cooperation in the critical minerals field is not only fitting with the ideal of global harmony but also a pragmatic economic strategy.
Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, has used the metaphor of "calculating accounts" on many occasions to expound key issues. Whether they are accounts of the long-term, overall and comprehensive nature, each account reflects the Party's commitment to building itself for the public good and exercising power for the people. How are these "accounts," which he has consistently emphasized, calculated? The Global Times launches a series of stories to find the answer from the proposals and motions as well as the key words of the annual national two sessions. This is the first installment.
China's annual sessions of its top legislature and political advisory body, known as the national two sessions, have respectively kicked off in Beijing since Wednesday and Tuesday. Thousands of Chinese lawmakers and political advisers gathered in the capital to discuss topics of national concern, and to hear the government's annual work report and development plan for the coming year.
With sharp inquiries, the host of "Wenzheng Shandong," which means Questioning Shandong in Chinese, leaves officials sweating and struggling for answers, while an on-site panel of observers frowns, ready to raise their "Dissatisfied" signs. This investigative TV program from East China's Shandong Province has gone viral in China recently.
Q: Is democracy only represented by “one person, one vote”? A: "Democracy is reflected in all aspects of rural life in China, and the village collective economy is a vivid embodiment of this. I spend every day with the villagers, and we fully trust and respect each other," said Xie Jiarong, the Party chief of Danitang village
For a long time, the narratives surrounding China in some Western media outlets have been rife with misinformation, bias, and even hostility. Through their tinted lenses, it has been difficult for international readers to gain a true and comprehensive understanding of China. What has prompted this change? Are Western media outlets becoming "friendlier" toward China? The Global Times has conducted an analysis using big data, engaged with AI models, and reviewed a wider array of recent Western media reports to uncover the answers.This is the second installment in the series.
Editor's Note: For a long time, the narratives surrounding China in some Western media outlets have been rife with misinformation, bias, and even hostility. Through their tinted lenses, it has been difficult for international readers to gain a true and comprehensive understanding of China.
An increasing number of US youth are coming to China for people-to-people exchanges with the warm welcome of the Chinese government and people, building a friendship bridge between the younger generations of the two countries. Rigel Bruce Adams, a graduate of Lincoln High School, is among the many American youth who have developed a deep affection for China through multiple visits to the country.
"Next time when I go to the US, I will definitely make dumplings for them again, and this time I will succeed," Liu Ruiqin, a student from the Gaoxin Middle School of Shenzhen Nanshan Foreign Language School (Group) in Shenzhen, South China's Guangdong Province, told the Global Times.
While the US takes a step back on climate action, some developing countries are stepping up to take greater responsibility and contribute more to the global climate process.
Editor's Note: In the Joint Statement between the China and Kyrgyz on Deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for a New Era, issued on February 5, the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway is regarded as a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing connectivity between China and Central Asian nations, as well as a landmark project for the three countries in jointly constructing the Belt and Road Initiative.
Editor's Note: In the Joint Statement between the China and Kyrgyz on Deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for a New Era, issued on February 5, the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway is regarded as a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing connectivity between China and Central Asian nations, as well as a landmark project for the three countries in jointly constructing the Belt and Road Initiative.
As rural revitalization efforts are in full swing across China, an increasing number of grassroots CPC officials are coming into public view. From the elder generation who have been making decades of efforts in leading local people to prosperity, to the innovative and internet-savvy Gen-Zers, these grassroots Party officials are passionately using their creativity and practical spirit to help villagers achieve better lives in various ways.
"Riding the Wind and Fire Wheels while holding the Red Tassel Spear." - This is not a scene from an animated movie, but a real moment that occurred at the opening ceremony of a primary school in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality!
In the first installment of the Global Times' new series to outline the history, the funding chains, and complex controversies behind the US Agency for International Development (USAID), we analyzed what purposes the agency serves for the US, and how it has gradually evolved into a large entity with over 10,000 employees worldwide.
Editor's Note: With China's population of seniors over 60 surpassing 300 million, ensuring a happy and fulfilling life for all elderly individuals has become a pressing concern for both families and the nation. How can the new generation of seniors in China break away from traditional norms and embrace a different lifestyle, supported by AI technology, multiculturalism, and an elder-friendly society? The series of “Old Age, New Trends” will explore emerging trends in the silver economy, the creative social norms among senior citizens, and innovative eldercare services. It will examine the opportunities and challenges presented by an aging society, highlighting the diverse lifestyles of seniors and the booming eldercare industry in China. Beneath these new trends lies a reflection of Chinese modernization, which aims to provide more secure systems and dignified lives for its senior population.
The US President Donald Trump and head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Elon Musk has been directing fire at 63-year-old USAID since early February as they began their efforts to shrink the US federal government.
Chinese researchers from the Tianjin University (TJU) and Tsinghua University have jointly developed the world's first "dual-loop" non-invasive brain-computer interface (BCI) system, achieving a new breakthrough in human-machine mutual learning, the Global Times learned from the Tianjin University on Tuesday.
Nestled in the misty mountains of Southwest China's Guizhou Province, where ancient traditions whisper through bamboo groves, the vibrant world of Miao embroidery comes to life with every stitch crafted by local artisans. Guizhou has long been one of the most impoverished regions in China, grappling with a combination of geographical, economic, and infrastructural challenges that make daily life a struggle for many families. However, during China's monumental anti-poverty campaign - unprecedented in scale - Guizhou embarked on a transformative journey that harnessed local resources, introduced innovative methods, and revitalized traditional culture, ultimately achieving zero poverty by 2020. For the villagers of Huawu in Xinren Miao Township, Guizhou's Qianxi city, the art of Miao embroidery, an intangible cultural heritage, was their magic weapon helping them shake off poverty and achieve prosperity.
Today, the question arises: What does the propaganda machine VOA truly mean to the US?
The 9th Asian Winter Games officially concluded in Harbin, the capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, on Friday. This grand event marks yet another major ice and snow celebration in China following the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. This year's Games was characterized by record participation, cross-regional cultural resonance, and the strengthening of friendly ties between Asian countries.
In August 2019, in a reply letter to residents of Xiadang Township in Ningde, East China's Fujian Province, Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed delight over local villagers being lifted out of poverty and living a better life. After 30 years of unremitting struggle by the people, Xiadang has become a place that is easily accessible by road with a brand new image, while local residents have a stronger sense of happiness and fulfillment, Xi said, “which vividly proves the old adage that weak birds take flight early, and constant dropping wears away a stone.”
The 15th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar marks the Lantern Festival. The moon is full in the sky, and families are reunited on Earth. This brings the story of "the lady Chang'e flying to the Moon," as well as the mission of Chang'e lunar exploration to people's minds.
What kind of industrial spring has this plant brought to the farmers of Nanyang? In the face of new market competition and the rise of e-commerce, how has the “magic herb” empowered locals to carve out new avenues for prosperity?
This is not the first time that the Italian choir has taken Chinese audiences by storm. Their renditions of "China in the Lights," "The Same Song" and "Lone Warrior" have all drawn attention online. Whether it be their beautiful voices, adorable performances or impeccable pronunciation, they have consistently won over Chinese listeners.
Editor's Note: In recent years, with the continuous upgrading of China's products and the acceleration of internationalization, many local specialties in China have gradually broken regional boundaries and entered global markets, becoming new favorites among international consumers. In this “My Treasured Hometown” series, we will focus on these distinctive local products and explore how, through preserving the traditions and making innovations to break new ground, they have evolved from small workshops and family factories into internationally recognized brands. The final installment tells how electric tricycles, commonly used in Chinese towns and rural areas for transporting goods, are now more appealing to global consumers due to their effortless driving, spaciousness for both passengers and cargo, affordability, and lack of fuel requirements.
A video of someone claiming to be a staff member at the US embassy in Manila, Philippines, being issued a traffic ticket and refusing to cooperate, then accusing Philippine law enforcement officers of intending to sell his personal information to so-called Chinese spies, drew attention on social media in the Philippines on Friday. An official from the Chinese Embassy in the Philippines responded to Global Times' inquiry on the issue Friday, saying that the specific identity of the foreign person in the video is still unclear, but the related accusations are “absurd.”
Today, this ancient craft has discovered a new market as a national-level "intangible cultural heritage." It has found a path toward high-quality commercialization and has even gone global, showcasing China's traditional architecture to a wider audience.
During the Spring Festival holiday, millions across China and beyond were captivated by breathtaking displays of fireworks that transformed night skies into vibrant canvases of light. At the heart of this dazzling celebration was Liuyang, widely known as "hometown of fireworks," a county-level city in Central China's Hunan Province.
In recent years, with the continuous upgrading of China's products and the acceleration of internationalization, many local specialties in China have gradually broken regional boundaries and entered global markets, becoming new favorites among international consumers. In this "My Treasured Hometown" series, we will focus on these distinctive local products and explore how, through preserving the traditions and making innovations to break new ground, they have evolved from small workshops and family factories into internationally recognized brands.
The vibrancy of China's consumer market and an unprecedented enthusiasm for cultural experiences were, once again, on display during the Spring Festival holiday.
Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is the most significant traditional holiday in China, symbolizing family reunions and marking a farewell to the old while welcoming the new. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China in 2012, every Spring Festival, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, has taken time out of his busy schedule to reach out to the grassroots level, engaging in conversations with ordinary people and frontline workers from various sectors.
The Spring Festival holds a special place in the hearts of the Chinese people, embodying warmth and family joy. During this festive season, the celebrations of countless ordinary families resonate deeply with Chinese President Xi Jinping, who genuinely cares about whether the Chinese people can enjoy a prosperous New Year filled with abundance.
On January 6, Canadian Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader Justin Trudeau delivered a speech outside his residence in Ottawa, vowing to step down once his party picks a successor. On January 15, Trudeau told the media that he would not run in the upcoming federal election and would instead be "entirely focused on doing the job that Canadians elected me to do in an extraordinarily pivotal time right now." Theoretically, Trudeau is still the Prime Minister of Canada and the leader of the Liberal Party, but with domestic support plummeting to 16 percent and raising discontent over his leadership among high-ranking party officials, the Prime Minister, who has been in office for 9 years, has no choice but to "take a bow and exit" early. Media outlets are widely speculating that Canada is about to enter the "post-Trudeau era." In this issue, the Global Times invited commentator Tao Duanfang, who has lived in Canada for nearly 20 years, to opine on how Canada has changed under Trudeau's leadership and the profound impact it has had on Canadians' lives, as part of our "Witness to history" series.
Always keeping the safety and well-being of the people in mind, before the Spring Festival, the most important festival for the Chinese people, Xi's visit not only warmed people's hearts, but also conveyed strong confidence.
After the successful rescue of Chinese actor Wang Xing from Myawaddy, rampant criminal activities along the Thailand-Myanmar border have drawn great attention worldwide. A wave of similar cases has emerged, revealing the plight of many trapped individuals and prompting their families to jointly plead for help. On Chinese social media, there is a growing call for a thorough crackdown on telecom fraud. What are the challenges in eradicating scams in Myawaddy? What misconceptions are circulating in public discourse? The Global Times spoke with scholars, escapees from scam operations, grassroots rescue organizers, and insiders from border control and law enforcement to untangle the intricate web of crimes.
Chinese international student Simon never expected that his English name would become widely known among Chinese and American netizens within just a few days. During the past weekend, "an American girl finds her Chinese classmate in less than 24 hours," this hashtag has become a trending topic on various Chinese social media platforms, captivating millions of netizens who witnessed this heartwarming friend-finding journey.
What can breathe new life into an elderly American woman battling a serious blood disease? Many answers may come to mind, but one that's hard to imagine is the gift of life from a stranger - a Chinese man she had never meet but whose generosity would forever alter her fate.
In this final installment, the Global Times ventures deep into the mountains of Southwest China's Sichuan Province. Accompanied by researchers and experienced keepers, several panda mothers and their cubs are undergoing training to prepare for the cubs' return to the wild - a process that reflects the dedication and ingenuity behind giant panda conservation efforts. In the future, these young cubs may grow to become rulers of the forests, contributing their genes to the wild population.
As train K4159 left the Beijing West Railway Station to Hefei, East China's Anhui Province, at 12:02 am on Tuesday, China's annual Spring Festival travel rush, or chunyun, officially started.
Hongrun said he has two homes. One in downtown Shanghai, and the other in a small town in East China's Anhui Province.
In recent years, China and Pakistan have been enjoying high level, pragmatic naval cooperation. In addition to joint exercises and training operations such as the Sea Guardian series bilateral exercises and AMAN series multinational exercises, the two countries have also carried out cooperation in military equipment such projects involving Type 054A/P guided missile frigates and Hangor-class submarines.
"Hi, robot, play a Peking opera piece for me!"
When the quake occurred, Tsering Gyatso, who runs a restaurant in his hometown county of Gyangze, was cooking and felt a slightly tremor. When he realized it was an earthquake, he quickly contacted his veteran fellows in the county. Without hesitation, the four veterans, including Tsering Gyatso, Tsering Wangyel, Palbar Tashi, and Puchong Dawa, set out for the disaster-stricken areas in Dingri immediately. Carrying only light backpacks, the four avoided adding strain to relief operations by hitching rides with rescue teams. Upon arrival, they quickly started to work, helping set up tents and transport essential supplies to those in need. Their military training shone through as they adapted to the situation in a short time, embodying the spirit of "ready for the fight, capable of combat."
The rampant telecom fraud in northern and eastern Myanmar has recently made headlines again following the rescue of Chinese actor Wang Xing who claimed to have fallen into a scam park after being brought to Myawaddy, a city in east Myanmar across the Thai-Myanmar border, where Thai police reported that Wang was a victim of human trafficking.
The 6.8-magnitude earthquake that struck Dingri county, Xigaze, Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region caused varying degrees of damage to temples in the epicenter region. Monks and nuns in these temples, like other residents, received care and rescue efforts amid the merciless natural disaster. During a recent visit to the earthquake-stricken area in Dingri county, the Global Times observed monks and nuns actively participating in the protection of historical relics in the affected temples. They also went temporary shelters to provide emotional and spiritual support to the grief-stricken and anxious victims.
Despite the harsh conditions, rescue teams quickly mobilized. Various rescue forces, including emergency response teams, firefighters, forest firefighters, police officers, and military personnel and volunteers, swiftly arrived in the area within hours.