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The 2024 Imperial Springs International Forum was held in Madrid, Spain on December 11-12. The forum brought over 50 former heads of state, heads of government and leaders of international organizations to share their ideas on the urgent global issues that countries need to deal with. On the sidelines of the forum, Global Times (GT) reporter Wang Wenwen talked to Jenny Shipley (Shipley), former prime minister of New Zealand, over issues ranging from multilateralism, trade and AUKUS.
By Global Times | 2024/12/21 13:19:45
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  • Under stalemate and flux, time for Europe to break deadlock of Ukraine crisis

    The ultimate resolution of the Ukrainian crisis will still require all parties to form a comprehensive framework and international dialogue mechanism.

    By Dong Yifan | 2024/12/21 0:13:26
  • Macao's success contributes to global understanding of Chinese governance wisdom

    Since the handover, Macao has become a base for exchanges and cooperation where multiculturalism coexists with Chinese culture being the mainstay, making the Chinese wisdom and Chinese solutions for global governance more comprehensible and acceptable in the international community.

    By Global Times | 2024/12/19 21:21:29
  • Hehe culture's message of ecological harmony: living in symbiosis with nature

    Together, we can create a world where win-win solutions replace win-lose mindsets, and harmony in diversity will become our guiding force.

    By Erik Solheim | 2024/12/19 17:53:59
  • Who is hyping 'Chinese spy threat' in the UK?

    A stable and healthy relationship between the two countries will help the British economy recover and benefit both peoples.

    By Zhao Junjie | 2024/12/19 0:51:32
  • Macao's young people will make this city shine even more brightly

    Young people in Macao are full of courage and hope and are creating the next even more glorious 25 years with a more open attitude.

    By Xing Xiaojing | 2024/12/18 21:00:15
  • Can US' strategy to sideline China in Africa succeed?

    Africa truly needs partners who can help it build a future on its own terms – not “saviors” in new clothes who see Africa as their strategic resource to control the world.

    By Ding Gang | 2024/12/18 20:56:48
  • China's economy moves toward the new: opening-up and opportunities

    How China can transform the advantage of domestic demand into a powerful driving force for the development of AI, chips and microelectronics, biomedicine, clean energy and other fields is crucial to the development of China's new quality productive forces.

    By Global Times | 2024/12/18 20:53:59
  • China's cognitive bias in the United States: what can be done to correct it?

    It was at Princeton University that I was first introduced to Asia. In the mid-1950s, Asia, particularly China, was not a major issue in American universities or politics. My intention at that point was to study what Asians think of us, due to the fact that they were different from one another and had to be understood. Also, as for the Western world, it should allow the rich and diverse cultures of Northeast Asia to integrate into a global system.

    By Donald Hellmann | 2024/12/18 17:46:30
  • 'We hope Europe will wake up, resolve tensions with China'

    We don't see the rise of China as a threat. We see it as an opportunity for everyone to get involved in the modernization of China. We hope that Europe will wake up and resolve the trade tensions with China. We can start a new phase focused on more peaceful and prosperous cooperation.

    By Global Times | 2024/12/17 22:06:40
  • The resurgence of the awakening of the Global South: mutual learning and resonance

    In 2024, the global landscape has undergone profound changes, with the “Global South” gaining significant momentum and its influence continuously rising, playing an increasingly important role in the advancement of humanity. As a distinct symbol of the major changes in the world, the collective awakening of the “Global South” is primarily an economic awakening. As the economies of the Global South continue to grow, their collective call for peace and development on multilateral platforms such as BRICS plus and the G20 has become unstoppable.

    By Global Times | 2024/12/17 21:28:19
  • Addressing the global security deficit: hotspots and solutions

    Against the backdrop of ongoing turbulence in international and regional situations, China is where the certainty lies in an uncertain world, serving as the stabilizing force for the globe. The better China develops and the stronger it becomes, the more stable the world will be; China's stability is a contribution to the world.

    By Global Times | 2024/12/16 22:32:50
  • A call to embrace Chinese Hehe culture's values of harmony, peace, and cooperation

    Hehe Culture is essentially a culture that emphasizes harmony and convergence, rather than competition and conflict.

    By Colin Mackerras | 2024/12/16 21:04:52
  • Exploring the path of great power relations: differences and consensus

    Although China advocates for cooperation based on common interests, the US' containment strategy against China remains unlikely to change. In this situation, China should focus on its own development, while preparing for the worst-case scenario, fostering healthy China-US relations and making more contributions to the world.

    By Global Times | 2024/12/15 22:00:47
  • Will S.Korea-US relations waver under upcoming US administration?

    South Korea is currently governed by a pro-US government, making it more inclined to accept US demands rather than oppose them. However, what lies underneath such “acceptance” is the fact that its significant asymmetric dependence on the US in terms of security and economy has compelled it to succumb to US demands on various issues.

    By Zhan Debin | 2024/12/14 1:08:03
  • The first of its kind: China and Vietnam officially establish the '3+3' strategic dialogue mechanism

    The key to China and Vietnam taking the step to establish the "3+3" mechanism lies in the frequent high-level contacts and the deepening political mutual trust between the two countries.

    By Zhou Xin | 2024/12/12 22:46:20
  • China's vision and experience key to lasting and sustainable global solutions

    In the fields of technology, human resources, natural resources and problem-solving, China's vision and experience can only add positive value in bringing lasting and sustainable solutions to the world's problems.

    By Global Times | 2024/12/12 19:44:30
  • Collective action helps navigate current

    Our responsibility is the collective action, where we can still have a kind of race, but where we have to find the ways of cooperation.

    By Global Times | 2024/12/12 19:27:15
  • Respect creates resonance: the way for NBA to interact with China

    The NBA would finally discover that a beloved brand can't rubber-stamp its ideals onto a foreign audience. China wasn't having it, and rightfully so. A cultural exchange, whether through diplomacy, business or basketball, should inspire dialogue, not contempt.

    By Ding Gang | 2024/12/11 23:05:14
  • A closer look at China's economy: China still boasts immense untapped potential

    During recent years, a slew of media outlets, think tanks and commentators in the West have directed intense focus and attention to the state of China's economy. Countless articles adorned with dramatic headlines have asserted the inevitability of the country's economic decline and heralded its impending demise.

    By Fikrejesus Amahazion | 2024/12/11 21:59:38
  • Immigration chaos under political polarization of US

    In 2018, the United Nations adopted The Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration, which emphasizes that it is important to promote and ensure safe, orderly and regular migration based on international human rights law, for the benefit of all. However, in the US, immigrants who cross the border are subjected to mass arrests and deportations.

    By Hao Luyi | 2024/12/10 22:44:56
  • With new technologies, there is a need for new regulations, laws

    Network information security has emerged as a new field and an important aspect of modern national security, social development, personal life and property security. The Chinese government attaches great importance on network information security, considering it a vital component of the country's overall security.

    By He Lei | 2024/12/10 18:27:13
  • Experiencing US' psychological imbalance in the 'Rust Belt'

    As Chinese people deepen their understanding of US' internal diversity and complexity, awareness of the "Rust Belt" has also grown. I live and teach in the "Rust Belt," giving me some insight into the region's local customs, social psyche and cultural climate.

    By Wu Guo | 2024/12/10 18:22:38
  • 'The harm caused by US military base contaminants is terrible'

    Toxic "forever chemicals," known as PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are flowing from US military bases across the US and in other countries where US bases are stationed. They are contaminating the local environment and putting people's lives at risk.

    By Global Times | 2024/12/10 17:20:05
  • Anti-China bias leads to BBC's declining reputation

    There is a page entitled "China-UK relations" on the BBC's news website that, at the time of writing, features previews of about four dozen individual articles dating from February 2019 to August 2024. They are all about China and, almost all have a negative or critical tone.

    By Mark Blacklock | 2024/12/9 17:52:56
  • A smooth transition the urgent priority for Syria: Chinese expert

    Currently, the main concern of the international community is whether Syria can quickly restore stability, smoothly carry out political transition, and avoid the spillover of the Syrian crisis, which would add uncertainty to the already fragile security landscape of the Middle East.

    By Ding Long | 2024/12/8 23:23:43
  • Europe's 'reindustrialization' must avert the 'security trap'

    For the EU, shifting its development logic from prioritizing regional economic cooperation to manufacturing weapons and fostering military-industrial strength may bring more harm than good, both in terms of enhancing industrial competitiveness and shaping the external environment.

    By Dong Yifan | 2024/12/8 21:37:28
  • Any attempt to push ASEAN to one side will not succeed

    There have been some heated discussions, but we ultimately agreed that dialogue is the way forward. We cannot afford any confrontations in the region, as they would negatively impact our economy and our people-to-people relations.

    By Global Times | 2024/12/8 21:06:12
  • Chinese wisdom fosters consensus in 'Latin American moments'

    During President Xi Jinping's trip to Latin America in November, he participated in two important multilateral meetings, the 31st APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting and the 19th G20 Summit, while also paying state visits to Peru and Brazil. This set a record in recent years as the longest diplomatic trip. Furthermore, it is a vivid practice of major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics that demonstrates Chinese modernization, proposes Chinese solutions and builds global consensus.

    By Xiang Haoyu | 2024/12/7 13:02:04
  • Development, cooperation are the broadest common ground in South Asia

    As the world's two largest developing countries and the two major neighbors of South Asian countries, China and India have the responsibility to drive the region to focus on development and cooperation, adhere to strategic autonomy and jointly resist all kinds of external provocation and "divide and rule" efforts.

    By Lan Jianxue | 2024/12/7 0:04:23
  • Why is political division in South Korea so intense?

    Late Tuesday night, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol unexpectedly declared a state of emergency martial law, triggering a political earthquake that shocked the entire country and garnered widespread international attention.

    By Li Jiacheng | 2024/12/6 0:57:48
  • Calling China 'systemic rival' is not my language: former German minister

    From my conversation with the Chancellery, I know for sure that Chancellor Olaf Scholz has always been engaged in intensifying the economic cooperation and the political dialogue with China.

    By Global Times | 2024/12/5 22:20:12
  • Blaming China for fentanyl crisis distracts US from real need

    GT reporter Wang Wenwen spoke to US drug abuse interventionist Tim Ryan (Ryan) . He said that people don't find the China-blaming convincing. "It's easier to blame other people instead of saying we made a big mistake or we are doing this wrong," Ryan noted, urging the US government to take up more responsibilities to tackle its fentanyl issue.

    By Global Times | 2024/12/5 22:15:41
  • Opening wider, growing stronger: China's response to external challenges

    China's peaceful rise provides the world with stability, opportunities and momentum. However, the US and some Western countries have long harbored misconceptions or a "deficit in understanding" regarding China.

    By Feng Wei | 2024/12/5 17:11:17
  • US accusation a distraction from real cause of its fentanyl problem

    The current feigned concern from some politicians over America's drug problem is merely a thin veil to cover their attempts at continuing our imperial violence over the rest of the world.

    By Elias Cepeda | 2024/12/5 0:30:02
  • Nepali PM Oli's China visit development-oriented

    Nepal's Prime Minister, KP Sharma Oli, who took office in July, is making an official visit to China from Monday to Thursday. This visit breaks the tradition of Nepali prime ministers making their first official visit to India after taking office, highlighting Nepal's emphasis on its relationship with China.

    By Guo Bingyun | 2024/12/4 22:43:52
  • US deployment of 'Typhon' in Asia-Pacific threatens to disrupt regional stability

    If Manila still stubbornly ties itself to the US agenda, it will only bring volatility and insecurity to itself and the region. It is time for the Marcos administration to heed the voice of the people and appeals of other regional countries and stop its dangerous, self-defeating maneuvers. If it doesn't, it could become an expendable pawn of someone else.

    By Zhang Jie and Cao Xiaoyang | 2024/12/4 22:32:17
  • Can a visit leave strong 'African imprint' on US priorities?

    US President Joe Biden is fulfilling his promise to visit the African country of Angola. Previously, Biden had postponed a planned visit to the country in October due to the hurricane in Florida.

    By He Wenping | 2024/12/3 22:08:22
  • China contributes wisdom to tackling global drug problems

    In the face of the worsening global drug crisis, China, as a responsible major power, actively supports and participates in the creation of a global anti-drug system under the framework of the United Nations International Drug Control Conventions. Additionally, China proactively promotes the institutionalization of anti-drug cooperation through bilateral, multilateral and regional mechanisms. In doing so, China contributes its experience, solutions and strength to the global governance of drug-related issues, fulfilling its responsibilities as a major power and embracing its duty for the future of humanity.

    By Zhang Yong-an | 2024/12/3 21:55:49
  • New political evolvement adds to uncertainty in transatlantic ties

    The new US government's adjustments to its European policies will inevitably bring greater uncertainties to US-Europe relations, and this transatlantic partnership may enter a challenging phase.

    By Xu Ruojie | 2024/12/2 21:22:03
  • Tariff bluster a misguided response to US fentanyl crisis

    Wielding the tariff stick under the pretext of the fentanyl issue may trigger an increase in domestic prices, greatly intensify the risk of a trade war, and weaken the enthusiasm of countries subject to increased tariffs to share intelligence and engage in joint operations with US law enforcement agencies in anti-drugs efforts. It will also undermine an international cooperation network to jointly combat transnational drug trafficking.

    By Wang Congyue | 2024/12/2 21:17:26
  • Menace from US expansion of Space Force in Japan goes beyond Asia-Pacific

    According to Japanese media, the US Space Force has stood up its most recent overseas component in Japan. This follows a similar component created in South Korea, both falling under its "Indo-Pacific" component command created in 2022.

    By Brian Berletic | 2024/12/1 21:49:36
  • The US needs to accept responsibility for drug crisis

    No one doubts that the fentanyl and illegal drug crisis in the US is real. But in a move that has not gone unnoticed in China, the president-elect is using the epidemic of drug abuse as a justification for adding tariffs onto Chinese-produced goods entering the US.

    By Anthony Moretti | 2024/12/1 21:45:17
  • Western attempt to undermine Chinese market creates 'two-front' business challenge for global brands like Uniqlo

    Tadashi Yanai, CEO of Uniqlo's parent company, Fast Retailing, recently stated in a BBC interview that the company is not using cotton from China's Xinjiang region. His remarks have triggered a backlash against the brand among some Chinese consumers, while simultaneously reignited discussions about the challenges multinational corporations (MNCs) face amid global geopolitical tensions.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/30 15:45:25
  • Effective dispute management among concerned countries will give valid reason to reject US involvement in S.China Sea: Thai ex-diplomat

    The escalation of recent tensions between China and the Philippines raises concerns among neighboring countries in the South China Sea. How will the Philippines' provocations, instigated and supported by the US, affect the situation in the South China Sea? Why does ASEAN hope that the situation will be contained?

    By Global Times | 2024/11/30 12:57:46
  • Addressing the global governance deficit and building a sustainable planet

    “Building a just world and a sustainable planet” is not only a response to the pressing global ecological and governance challenges but also a solemn commitment to future generations. As we move steadily toward this goal, global ecological governance will enter a new era of multilateral, coordinated, and low-carbon progress.

    By Shi Jiwei and Bao Cunkuan | 2024/11/30 0:43:19
  • Experts call for attention to the militarization of the South China Sea triggered by the US at symposium

    The militarization of the South China Sea, initiated by the US, has become increasingly intense. Moving forward, attention should be focused on the activities of the US Marine Corps and the application of unmanned combat platforms.

    By Qian Jiayin, Yu Jincui and Guo Yuandan | 2024/11/29 15:36:37
  • China's military diplomacy safeguards national interests, provides guarantees for maintaining world peace

    The facts fully demonstrate that China's development is a contribution to world peace.

    By He Lei | 2024/11/28 23:52:21
  • 'Weapon escalation' highlights risks of geopolitical flux over Ukraine

    The current "weapon escalation" underscores the spiraling strategic contest between the US and Russia in Ukraine, highlighting the determination of all sides to avoid defeat.

    By Zhang Hong | 2024/11/28 21:06:47
  • Irresponsible for US to use fentanyl issue to coerce China

    The US must face the root cause of the fentanyl crisis, take on the responsibilities of a great power, and demonstrate leadership in solving this global public health issue through cooperation and dialogue, rather than using it as a tool for political attacks.

    By Guo Yongliang | 2024/11/28 21:01:54
  • ASEAN is not comfortable with excessive pro-Americanism in Manila's foreign policy

    The Philippines has become an outlier state when it comes to the ASEAN position, as the ASEAN way is balancing China and the US, the two major powers, while seeking a peaceful settlement of disputes, avoiding conflict and promoting amity among nations.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/28 20:50:53
  • G20 is a valuable framework for tackling global challenges

    The Group of Twenty (G20) Leaders' Summit was recently concluded in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Created in 1999 and convened at the leaders' level since 2008, the G20 provides a platform for global economic communication and action-oriented coordination.

    By Xin Ping | 2024/11/28 1:16:15
  • Why Washington's competition with China won't go far in Asia-Pacific

    During his ongoing visit to China, Singapore's Senior Minister and former prime minister, Lee Hsien Loong, shared a profound insight: "China's development is an enterprise that will take a century." This statement, rich in wisdom, invites us to consider the long-term implications of China's growth.

    By Ding Gang | 2024/11/28 1:12:14
  • China is increasingly becoming a credible force in defending peace

    China has developed a systemic, holistic and global foreign policy. This is due to several factors. First, China's significant participation in the world economy requires the country to have a broad and multidimensional vision of its international presence. Second, its responsibilities as a permanent member of the UN Security Council position it as an essential actor for the stability of the international order.

    By Evandro Menezes de Carvalho | 2024/11/28 1:07:24
  • Imposing tariffs is not the right path to boosting US economy

    US President-elect Donald Trump said on Monday that on his first day in office he would impose a 25 percent tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, and an additional 10 percent tariff on imports from China, as part of his effort to crack down on illegal immigration and drugs. This rhetoric is unacceptable to China, as numerous facts have already proven that the idea of China knowingly allowing fentanyl precursors to flow into the US runs completely counter to facts and reality. For both China-US economic cooperation and the still-shaky global economic system, the US' provocations in restarting a trade war will have severe negative consequences.

    By Zhang Yugui | 2024/11/28 0:59:42
  • Where will Eurasian power play between US, EU and Russia lead?

    Regardless of changes in the US administration, the US and Europe's containment strategy against Russia is not expected to change, and their competition with Russia in Eurasia will not weaken. In countries such as Georgia, Armenia and Moldova, where the situation is relatively complex, the game may become more intense.

    By Wang Xianju | 2024/11/26 22:45:08
  • 'Green cold war' undermines climate collaboration efforts

    In general, the "green cold war" seeking to build barriers in global green cooperation and economic development represents a setback in global progress.

    By Jia Weilie | 2024/11/26 22:24:23
  • Socialism holds its ground and grows stronger with China's contribution

    China's orientation toward peace and its principled positions in international relations are opening people's eyes.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/26 21:26:01
  • Educational exchanges vital for China-US trust amid political challenges

    Education and cultural exchange have always been vital glue across national borders that keeps people respectful and trusting of each other and, therefore, contribute to peace and prosperity.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/25 20:14:59
  • New Delhi needs to warm up China-India relations with sincerity

    The current disengagement efforts at relevant border points are merely the first step toward easing border tensions and promoting the improvement of bilateral relations.

    By Lou Chunhao | 2024/11/24 20:41:00
  • China's high-speed rail mileage sparks Western media's 'sour grapes' mentality

    Looking forward, there is immense potential to be tapped in China's high-speed rail.

    By Li Chang'an | 2024/11/24 20:23:49
  • Clamor for ending PNTR status reflects anti-China hysteria

    That reality alone ought to lead to significant questions about the reliability of such a document. Unfortunately, because of the current anti-China hysteria embedded into the collective psyche of political elites, no one will dare quibble.

    By Anthony Moretti | 2024/11/24 20:18:34
  • Failure to cooperate is biggest risk in today's world

    Brazil held the G20 Leaders' Summit on November 18-19 in Rio de Janeiro. The G20 is considered a turning point for the Global South, but how will the growing voice of the Global South in such multilateral institutions affect global cooperation and order? Why experiences from China are most worth learning for Global South countries? Gert Grobler (Grobler), a former senior diplomat in the South African Department of International Relations and Cooperation, shared his views with Global Times (GT) reporter Wang Zixuan on these issues.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/23 11:18:45
  • Anti-China separatists in HK sentenced, sending clear message to West's interference

    The sentencing of the 45 separatists sends a very clear and unequivocal message to those 2019 rioters and their supporters that national security should be taken seriously, and I am sure they will be deterred.

    By Lawrence Ma | 2024/11/22 21:22:54
  • What China's successful story of poverty reduction tells the world: experts

    What does China's successful story of lifting 800 million people out of poverty tell the global community? Can China's experience in poverty reduction provide some lessons for other countries?

    By Global Times | 2024/11/21 22:10:04
  • China, the US can choose a road that could bring much more positive results: Global Minds Roundtable

    Today, a rising China is injecting stability into the bilateral relationship with its strength, strategic coherence, and a strong sense of responsibility. In this context, what can we expect from future interactions between China and the US?

    By Global Times | 2024/11/21 20:13:12
  • New trends in US' LatAm policy still full of deep-rooted contradictions

    No matter how US policies toward Latin America change, they will struggle to dissolve the deep-seated contradictions in bilateral relations.

    By Yuan Dongzhen | 2024/11/20 21:03:13
  • US-led tech blockade a catalyst for China's unprecedented innovation

    The Airshow China 2024 tells a story of transformation. China's manufacturing is no longer just following – it's competing and, in some areas, leading. As a popular internet saying goes, “You can never underestimate how hard Chinese people can work!”

    By Ding Gang | 2024/11/20 20:52:42
  • China has an immense role to play within the G20 framework and beyond

    The most important contribution of the G20's “Global South moment” has been the consolidation of the principle that the solution to today's challenges must be found in universal, equitable and inclusive mechanisms.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/20 20:15:09
  • Multilateral institutions gaining traction as global aspirations evolve

    Developing countries in BRICS, APEC and G20 are making it clear that the majority of nations seek institutions and approaches that can facilitate greater collaboration and coordination.

    By Warwick Powell | 2024/11/19 20:42:08
  • Will UK's pragmatic words on China lead to change in action?

    Warm words and positive messaging mean nothing if they are not followed by concrete action.

    By Mark Blacklock | 2024/11/19 20:29:15
  • Keep G20 focused on shared economic, social goals, free from major power rivalries

    In the current context, where global challenges demand an integrated response, multilateralism remains the most effective approach to ensuring fair and open trade.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/19 19:40:55
  • Chancay Port exemplifies China's promotion of a new type of international cooperation

    Chancay Port is a solid infrastructure for regional economic and trade cooperation, and increasingly close economic and trade exchanges will further accelerate the integration process of the Latin American economy.

    By Wang Hanyi | 2024/11/19 0:14:09
  • 'Latin Americans have confidence in partnership with China'

    The notion of a community with a shared future expresses well what happens between Latin American countries and China.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/18 20:26:39
  • Australia's risky gamble in aligning with Japan's military expansion

    Instead of working to increase cooperation with its largest trading partner, Australia will commence regular military drills with Japan. There is a very good reason why this could be seen as a serious political misstep for the government.

    By Jerry Grey | 2024/11/18 20:02:56
  • What should EU's broad-minded wisdom in economic reform be?

    Although the EU is one of US' largest trade and investment partners, if Brussels expects fair and reciprocal treatment, where benefits are shared equally, from Washington, it is unrealistic.

    By Cui Hongjian | 2024/11/18 19:03:44
  • In post-US election era, NATO grapples with key questions

    It has become an urgent question that NATO must address to understand what kind of “NATO 2.0” will be created in the next four years of transatlantic interaction and how to correct its course and hedge against the potential turbulence that Washington may cause.

    By Chen Yang | 2024/11/17 22:51:49
  • BBC's distortion cannot obscure the beauty of Chinese rural culture

    International audiences care more about authentic cultural works and values than about political conspiracy theories.

    By Ma Ruiqian | 2024/11/17 22:14:09
  • APEC crucial for a rules-based multilateral trading system

    Forums like APEC are crucial for keeping the discussion of fair and open trade on the table, serving as vital platforms to advocate for a rules-based multilateral trading system.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/17 21:58:10
  • Global South continues to drive changes in the global governance system

    The Global South is working together to enhance its representation and voice within the global governance system, assuming shared but differentiated responsibilities, and aiming to play a larger role globally.

    By Miao Beilei | 2024/11/16 1:09:28
  • Global climate governance is difficult but must be done

    Whether COP29 can be a climate conference that upholds commitments and makes progress in climate institutional innovation is of great importance.

    By Jia Weilie | 2024/11/15 0:28:44
  • Challenges remain as EU appoints first defense, space commissioner

    The creation of the EU's defense and space commissioner reflects the bloc's political ambition in the field of defense integration and participation in the global space governance competition. However, the EU needs to face several challenges in achieving its goals.

    By Wang Hongyi | 2024/11/15 0:13:09
  • APEC expected to come up with solutions for challenging times

    It's important that APEC holds onto the roots of why this platform was started. In that sense, the economic operation should be the main focus or the driver. China is increasing its influence in the world and becoming an important voice.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/14 19:01:36
  • Lammy's remarks on Jimmy Lai case demonstrate UK's torn China policy

    The recent comment of David Lammy on the Jimmy Lai case is confusing and jarring especially coming from a high-level official of an administration seeking to mend relations with China.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/14 1:10:36
  • Key advantage of APEC: It brings together Global South and North

    APEC plays an increasingly important role, especially at a time when multilateralism is under threat. The key advantage of APEC is that it brings together both the Global North and South, serving as a forum that links them, especially the US, China and Russia.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/13 21:17:49
  • Southeast Asia's 'third party preference' should not be misinterpreted

    The increased "third-party preference" in Southeast Asia reflects the problems in US policy. It's hard to change Southeast Asian countries' stance to maintain a balance between China and the US and refuse to take sides.

    By Liu Chang | 2024/11/13 21:04:38
  • Brazilian ore, Chinese ingenuity craft green future for global trade

    China-Brazil relations aren't just another trade story. It's a tale of how two nations, separated by vast oceans, have found their economic destinies intertwined through rust-colored rocks

    By Ding Gang | 2024/11/13 21:02:01
  • EU enlargement faces cohesion, mechanism problems

    Although expansion is now an urgent priority for the EU, doubts remain about whether the EU can resolve its internal cohesion issues.

    By Zhao Junjie | 2024/11/12 21:50:10
  • Is the US trying to use the G20 to counterbalance BRICS?

    Instead of criticizing China and other BRICS countries, the US and some Western countries should seriously consider the G20's original intention, that is, to solve global problems and accommodate diverse voices.

    By Ling Shengli and Li Ruoshui | 2024/11/12 21:44:11
  • US military aid a troubling scenario for Manila

    The US military assistance to the Philippines is essentially designed to serve its own strategic interests. The US has been stoking tensions over disputes in the South China Sea, attempting to drag Southeast Asia into the path of bloc politics and factional confrontation, which is a dangerous direction that deserves caution.

    By Ding Duo | 2024/11/12 17:47:53
  • Will new US government seize the chance to recalibrate China ties?

    The US has a tremendous opportunity to steer its relations with China toward a path that will benefit both nations and the international community. The question is: Will the new US government take advantage of it?

    By Anthony Moretti | 2024/11/12 0:07:12
  • It is time to study China more broadly, calmly, open-mindedly

    Trying to understand China with a Cold War mentality says more about one's ignorance than about China. It is time for us to study China more broadly, calmly and open-mindedly.

    By Evandro Menezes de Carvalho | 2024/11/11 23:41:39
  • Can UK's ambitions in Africa come true despite years of neglect?

    Many are skeptical about how much success Britain can be expected to have in establishing long-term and mutually beneficial relationships with African nations.

    By Joyce Chimbi | 2024/11/11 23:14:29
  • China-Latin America ties inject world certainty

    The development of China-Latin America relations aligns with the global trends and historical currents, meets the shared interests of China and Latin American countries, and will achieve new and greater development in the future.

    By Pan Deng | 2024/11/11 23:11:28
  • BRICS a leading voice for peace, justice in world of turbulence

    Committed to high-quality development of greater BRICS cooperation, BRICS countries will continue to work for the common good of humanity and build, BRICS by BRICS, a community with a shared future for mankind.

    By Xin Ping | 2024/11/11 18:46:46
  • Dealing with China should not be a zero-sum game

    For the new US government, dealing with China should not be a zero-sum game of "life or death."

    By Sun Chenghao | 2024/11/10 19:55:09
  • Philippines' two maritime 'evil laws' sabotage regional peace and tranquility

    The Philippines' two maritime laws are detrimental measures that cause multiple harm to both regional partners and the Philippines itself while resulting in a reduction in regional peace and tranquility.

    By Yang Xiao | 2024/11/8 17:14:30
  • If Britain is sincere in resetting relations with China, it must be consistent

    In international relations, there should always be room to accommodate disagreements between countries. It should be possible for two nations to have profound geopolitical differences but a healthy economic relationship. It is also crucial that there is consistency.

    By Mark Blacklock | 2024/11/9 0:52:53
  • Rise of 'peripheral countries' accelerates EU decentralization

    The EU's "decentralization" process will continue to develop, and the "Franco-German axis" is gradually losing control over the EU's strategic direction.

    By Zhang Jian | 2024/11/7 19:31:53
  • China taps 'internal strength' to drive devt, fend off suppression

    China's development is an opportunity for the world.

    By Zhang Siyuan | 2024/11/7 19:26:22
  • CIIE not a solo for China, but a chorus for whole world

    As a leading marketplace and a showcase of China's opening-up, CIIE serves as a convincing public good of China and of the world.

    By He Weiwen | 2024/11/6 21:22:17
  • US has dug itself into a deep hole with curbs on investing in Chinese high tech

    To some extent, US sanctions have become a driving force behind China's continued advancements in key fields.

    By Chen Jing | 2024/11/6 19:08:56
  • Can US overcome racial issues as sense of group identity grows?

    Whether the US can continue to be a "melting pot" of diverse races has become a "hurdle" the country must face, both now and in the future.

    By Fang Ning | 2024/11/5 20:20:35
  • Prabowo's China visit signals an independent foreign policy

    Prabowo, through deepening cooperation with China, shows not only his sense of responsibility for national development, but also his determination to promote regional cooperation within a multilateral framework.

    By Ma Bo and Li Zishu | 2024/11/5 20:18:13
  • Canada will have to face hidden history of residential school abuse

    The Canadian government had done an excellent job of hiding Indigenous policy from the Canadian public.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/4 21:36:19
  • West's misconception of China is based on a wrong feeling rather than fact

    The real problem is that we don't know how to navigate the rise of China because our politicians rarely consult specialists - people who truly understand not just China, but Asia as a whole.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/4 19:16:27
  • Malaysia's refusal to take sides highlights West's failed manipulation of Global South choices

    Upholding independence and autonomy, developing diversified relationships, and pursuing development are the mainstream voices of the Global South. The West's attempt to control and manipulate these countries' independent choices is a pipe dream, increasingly rejected by the Global South.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/4 0:51:44
  • EU's dysfunctional approach to China's EVs misses the big picture

    What does it say about the EU when countries like Spain opens its doors to China while at the same time the European Commission is trying to slam them shut? It says Europe's approach to China is dysfunctional and needs a reality check.

    By Mark Blacklock | 2024/11/3 20:30:07
  • Fico's visit to China signals stand for strategic autonomy

    In the context of a complex European political and security environment, Fico's visit profoundly reflects Slovakia's strategic autonomy, demonstrating its ability to independently assess shifts in regional and global power structures and to align itself with the global trends of peace and development.

    By Wang Hongyi | 2024/11/3 20:17:46
  • Foreign interference in the S.China Sea creates victims of geopolitical competition

    In the South China Sea issue, it would be better if the external countries did not get involved, as they come with their own political agendas and seek to engage in geopolitical competition. If you are not aware of these strategies, you could become a victim of geopolitical competition.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/3 20:05:40
  • Australia boosting long-range strike capability only serves US, will bring risks to itself

    To succumb to the pressures from the US and the domestic far-right forces, Australia has been in effect enhancing its role as a military threat to China's security, which will lead to China's mounting vigilance against Australia,

    By Chen Hong | 2024/11/2 0:33:17
  • One-sided info hinders Americans' understanding of Russia-Ukraine conflict: American guest of Sputnik

    One-sided information makes the Americans unable to make intelligent assessments of the Russia-Ukraine situation.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/31 19:09:51
  • The residual poison of ecological colonialism in climate issues

    This historical dominance of Western colonizers gives those old colonial countries an advantage in climate negotiations, standard-setting, and the corresponding allocation of resources and environmental market tools.

    By Ding Gang | 2024/10/31 0:11:48
  • US 'three-legged' strategy toward China counterproductive

    The "three-legged" strategy of the US government toward China is inherently flawed in each of its facets and faces difficulties in reality.

    By Song Guoyou | 2024/10/30 22:39:18
  • Why Europe is anxious about the upcoming American election

    The desire for the US election to bring stability to the world is a sentiment shared by many after experiencing too much international turmoil and crisis, including the upheaval caused by the US election itself.

    By Jiang Feng | 2024/10/30 22:31:53
  • Six questions on EU tariffs on China's EVs

    The European Commission's decision to raise tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) is now official. This hardly comes as a surprise. Rounds of difficult negotiations between China and the EU failed to avert the protectionist trade measure.

    By Ou Shi | 2024/10/30 20:57:20
  • EU risks losing credibility by obstructing Chinese EVs that could help achieve climate goals

    The EU would also lose credibility if it had been pushing the electric car by all means for years for reasons of climate protection, but now it has obstructed unwelcome foreign suppliers who could contribute to the realization of the proclaimed targets.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/30 20:34:03
  • ASEAN needs to reassess its perspective on AUKUS

    ASEAN should not adhere to a traditional mind-set when assessing regional security politics, especially as it engages with AUKUS – a large corporate entity that will employ any means to gain economic profit from war.

    By Veronika S. Saraswati | 2024/10/29 19:14:40
  • Strategic patience crucial to guide China-India relations

    The rising China and India are becoming increasingly aware of their rich traditions and of their unique ancient wisdom. And, their strategic patience paradigm is not only going to guide their bilateral relations but it can also be the mantra for international relations.

    By Swaran Singh | 2024/10/29 19:11:07
  • Exchanges, mutual understanding of civilizations indispensable to solving global problems

    The value of the GCI lies in its foundation of cultural diversity and harmonious coexistence, emphasizing mutual respect, equal dialogue and in-depth exchanges among different civilizations.

    By Tao Jian | 2024/10/29 19:06:27
  • The US' Africa policy: grand words, miniscule actions

    Since 2000, China and Africa have been holding FOCAC every three years. It is no wonder that China is Africa's largest two-way trading partner and has already exceeded US-Africa trade by a factor of four.

    By Joyce Chimbi | 2024/10/28 21:23:20
  • Does UK overestimate its Pacific relevance via an imperial lens?

    One must question the feasibility of Britain's relevance in the Pacific: Is Britain really significant in the Pacific anymore? The answer is no. The UK government would be wise to fix things at home before attempting to fight conflicts on the other side of the world, which are in fact far removed from “British interests.”

    By James Smith | 2024/10/28 21:15:42
  • Common interests of China-Europe can help overcome challenges: former Finnish prime minister

    Europe is dependent on China, and China is similarly dependent on the EU. This interdependence creates a common interest in minimizing the negative impacts on our trade relations.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/28 18:23:05
  • From 'harmony is invaluable' to 'harmonious coexistence'

    From harmonious courtesy to working together in harmony, and then to nurturing all things together, we build a peaceful China, a law-based China, and then a beautiful China... In the comprehensive construction of a socialist country, harmony is an essential value for consideration.

    By Ren Ping | 2024/10/26 8:02:24
  • AI military application must foster global cooperation to address risks

    International cooperation is especially needed in the field of AI security governance, and the common wisdom of mankind should become a "creator" of human happiness, not a "stumbling block" to security and stability.

    By Cheng Baihua | 2024/10/27 20:48:57
  • EU states face confusion amid clashing views, economic woes

    Divided on critical issues, European nations and the EU generally face an uncertain future. The economic conditions are dire for many. Without addressing the elephant in the room - namely, resolving the energy uncompetitiveness problem - European economic policy is likely to be piecemeal.

    By Warwick Powell | 2024/10/27 20:43:17
  • Greater BRICS represents equitable development, not hegemony

    The Global South countries, through #BRICS and other platforms, are taking steps to find alternative pathways to national and regional development, says BRICS experts.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/26 13:09:11
  • Latin America rejects US' 'new cold war' narrative

    The mass participation of Latin American and Caribbean countries in the BRI underscores this growing relationship, with investments in infrastructure and renewable energy projects further strengthening these ties.

    By Tiago Nogara | 2024/10/25 22:02:46
  • Is World War III inevitable?

    As we navigate the current turbulent times, it is imperative that we bear in mind the lessons of the past and make sure history will not repeat itself.

    By Xin Ping | 2024/10/25 20:20:46
  • BRICS solidified as main global representative of 'World Majority'

    BRICS plays a significant role in reshaping the international order and global governance to better serve the interests of developing countries.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/24 19:46:58
  • Capitalizing on opportunities for China and India to grow together

    India isn't exactly thrilled about being a pawn in America's grand chess game. It understands that playing by US rules won't let it become the independent powerhouse it aspires to be

    By Ding Gang | 2024/10/24 19:19:20
  • GSI illuminates the path in an uncertain world

    The GSI aims to eliminate the root causes of international conflicts, improve global security governance, encourage joint international efforts to bring more stability and certainty to a volatile and changing era, and promote durable peace and development in the world.

    By Hwang Jae-ho | 2024/10/23 20:27:29
  • BRICS format represents a truly new start for global dialogue

    China is undoubtedly one of the poles in our globalizing world, becoming increasingly appealing to other nations.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/23 19:45:46
  • BRICS a promising group for Global South to have its voice heard

    China has a role to play as a major power in terms of finance, trade and investments, and is really helpful for the Global South. It does not impose conditionality, nor does it demand more than these countries can afford. China puts forward better terms regarding their development strategies.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/22 21:09:36
  • Can US restart 'Kissinger-style' engagement with China?

    China generally maintains an open attitude to the US seeking interaction and communication. However, if it really hopes to achieve a stable and sound relationship with China, the US needs to set the starting point and destination on the "Kissinger-style" engagement with China.

    By Li Haidong | 2024/10/22 20:47:41
  • Transatlantic relations in limbo after Biden's visit to Germany

    The uncomfortable reality is that beyond reiterating the old message of resolute support for Ukraine and Israel, the US-Europe high-level interactions hosted by Germany yielded no tangible progress or results in terms of increasing aid to Ukraine or resolving the Palestine-Israel conflict.

    By Cui Hongjian | 2024/10/22 20:16:24
  • Build 'bridges of the heart' between China, LAC

    We will take further steps on the path to integration, contributing to closer ties between China and LAC. In this process, the media should also better fulfill its social role, meeting the expectations of the people.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/21 22:57:48
  • Message from BRICS: Future of global governance lies in collaborative models

    China will play a leading role in transforming BRICS into a prominent platform for global economic and political cooperation, expanding its influence beyond the member nations.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/21 20:34:54
  • Jakarta under Prabowo expected to maintain neutrality amid geopolitical challenges

    Under Prabowo's leadership, the relationship between Indonesia and China is expected to be further strengthened and expanded.

    By Harryanto Aryodiguno | 2024/10/20 23:19:33
  • BRICS can transform from an intl club into a global lab

    Transforming BRICS from a global club into a global lab will require significant political commitment, persistence and stamina. A single summit, as important as it is, will not suffice. However, the meeting in Kazan can become an important step toward this clearly achievable, though quite ambitious, goal.

    By Andrey Kortunov | 2024/10/20 23:03:05
  • Pragmatism a more realistic option for UK's China policy

    As the saying goes, a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Foreign Secretary David Lammy seemed prepared to make that first move during his trip to Beijing. Only time will tell whether this tentative first step leads both countries to a welcome destination.

    By Mark Blacklock | 2024/10/20 21:44:50
  • Lammy's China visit a potential turning point in China-UK relations

    It is hoped that David Lammy's visit to China will create new momentum in China-UK relations. If the Starmer administration can maintain a pragmatic attitude in economic collaboration while seeking dialogue on political issues, bilateral relations may find new opportunities amid the challenges.

    By Xu Zigui | 2024/10/19 11:36:44
  • Cumulative increase in positive factors drives Chinese economy forward

    With further reinforcement of the policy package to ensure the continuity, systematization and implementation of policies, we have full confidence in China's economy and future.

    By Wan Zhe | 2024/10/19 0:03:22
  • Will UK show sincerity in recalibrating China policy and promoting bilateral ties?

    It's hoped the UK can show sincerity in seizing the opportunity to meet China halfway and develop a stable and mutually beneficial relationship between China and the UK.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/17 21:14:38
  • Small gangs like Quad will never make a big wave

    Quad treats the oceans as an arena for geopolitical games, which runs counter to the trend of historical development. Small gangs like Quad will never make a big wave.

    By Qian Feng | 2024/10/17 20:35:56
  • NATO's 'Indo-Pacific' expansion lacks legality and common sense

    Regrettably, NATO's homepage does not contain any rational, empirically solid, multi-dimensional analysis that substantiates that China is a "threat" or "challenge" to NATO's members.

    By Jan Oberg | 2024/10/17 20:32:34
  • Global Development Initiative contains deep historical and practical logic

    The Global Development Initiative (GDI) and the concept of building a global community of development with a shared future have captured the momentum of the times and responded to historical trends, outlining a new path for all countries to meet challenges and seek development together.

    By Xu Bu | 2024/10/17 17:43:02
  • BRICS membership pursuit reflects Asia's disappointment with US order

    The growing desire of many countries to join the BRICS family shows that emerging economies are seeking new international multilateral mechanisms, represented by the cooperation of the "Greater BRICS," to better reflect the dynamics of this new world.

    By Sun Peisong | 2024/10/16 17:59:56
  • China's automotive rise: key to understanding globalization

    No country can thrive in a globalized world with fractured industrial and supply chains.

    By Ding Gang | 2024/10/16 17:55:14
  • I hope the West 'has ears to listen' to China's stories: Australian sinologist

    This next period of history must be a time when China tells its story, and I hope that the West has ears to listen to.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/16 17:20:46
  • 'Economic NATO' has no market in Asia, destined to be empty words

    Therefore, the idea of establishing an economic version of NATO may create a buzz, but it is unlikely to become a reality, definitely not in Asia.

    By Guo Li | 2024/10/15 18:10:08
  • ASEAN is not a geopolitical tool for the Philippines

    China's determination, will and ability to safeguard its territorial sovereignty and maintain peace and stability in the South China Sea are not something that the Philippines has felt only in the past two years.

    By Ding Duo | 2024/10/15 18:01:16
  • EU tariff plan on Chinese EVs a classic case of 'hoisting with one's own petard'

    The EU should be cautious about waging a "trade war" to "defend the development of its industry," as this detrimental economic policy could fundamentally undermine the prospects for the growth of its automotive sector in the coming decades.

    By Gao Jian and Fu Borui | 2024/10/15 17:35:26
  • Tariffs on Chinese EVs make poor economic, political sense

    It is hoped that the EU can see far enough into the future to realize that these kinds of actions have a cost and that tariffs will do more harm than good.

    By Mark Blacklock | 2024/10/15 17:30:28
  • US 'false flag' operations pollute global cyberspace

    How many similar "false flag" operations, like "Volt Typhoon," have been carried out by US national security agencies and intelligence bodies, using tools like Marble Framework to frame other parties?

    By Shen Yi | 2024/10/15 9:01:33
  • 'Joint Sword-2024B' drill indicates two swords hanging over 'Taiwan independence' separatists: expert

    On October 14, China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command dispatched its troops of army, navy, air force and rocket force to conduct joint military drills code-named "Joint Sword-2024B" in the Taiwan Straits and areas to the north, south and east of Taiwan island. This military exercise focuses on subjects of sea-air combat-readiness patrol, blockade on key ports and areas, assault on maritime and ground targets, as well as joint seizure of comprehensive superiority, so as to test the joint operations capabilities of the theater command's troops.

    By Wang Wenjuan | 2024/10/14 13:39:22
  • Stubbornness and obstinacy lead to destruction: 'Taiwan independence' schemes and provocations are doomed to fail

    On October 10, Lai Ching-te delivered a “Double Ten” speech in Taipei. This speech, filled with "independence" narrative and toxic rhetoric, intentionally severs the historical connections between the two sides of the Taiwan Straits. He continued to promote the "new two states” rhetoric, claiming the two sides of the Taiwan Straits are "not subordinate to each other." He fabricated fallacies about "Taiwan independence," advocated separatist views and incited hostility and confrontation across the Straits, severely undermined peace and stability in the Taiwan Straits and drew strong criticism from various parties.

    By Jun Sheng | 2024/10/14 12:12:45
  • Why is Manila attempting to create discord at ASEAN Summit?

    If Manila had not sought to establish a separate code of conduct with some relevant countries in the South China Sea, political trust between China and ASEAN could have been further enhanced.

    By Li Kaisheng | 2024/10/13 19:48:59
  • Lai's fire of provocation: roaring but leading nowhere

    Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te's “Double Ten” speech was steeped in hypocrisy. He outlined the "four unchanged." But the only thing unchanged is his pursuit of the "Taiwan independence." If the DPP's previous “independence” push was like slowly boiling water, Lai is now making a big change – getting the fire roaring.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/12 22:16:02
  • 'Greater BRICS' an important driving force for change in international order

    The “Greater BRICS” will join hands with the Global South to transform the world development process. This journey will undoubtedly be fraught with challenges and obstacles. However, although the path may be long, it will ultimately be traversed; and while the task may be difficult, it will be accomplished through action.

    By Wang Youming | 2024/10/12 0:34:50
  • Charges against Chinese Americans under 'China Initiative' lack merit legally and factually: US attorney

    The US has got a singular focus on China to the point that they ended up targeting extremely productive and loyal American researchers and scientists who happened to be ethnic Chinese.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/11 20:13:05
  • Lai Ching-te proclaims himself 'pragmatic Taiwan independence worker,' but in fact he is a 'pragmatic war instigator'

    Taiwan's future lies in national unification, and the well-being of the Taiwan residents is tied to national rejuvenation. No matter what Lai says, it cannot change the legal status of Taiwan as part of China or the reality that both sides of the Taiwan Straits belong to one China.

    By Bei Pingfeng | 2024/10/11 0:24:03
  • What I feel from China's reform: putting people's livelihoods above all else

    If you ask me what is the most prominent feature of Chinese reform, putting people's livelihoods above all else is my answer.

    By Xin Ping | 2024/10/10 21:52:36
  • US' blind obsession turns security into its opposite

    Now, we are at the moment when the blind obsession with security turns into its opposite, when suspicion undermines and overwhelms mutual respect and the pursuit of friendly relations. Security cannot be allowed to devour basic humanity.

    By Martin Jacques | 2024/10/10 20:57:54
  • Lai Ching-te's strategic miscalculation is dangerous, leads to nowhere

    The provocative secessionist actions of Lai, as a troublemaker and saboteur of peace, are the biggest destructive factor to peace in the Taiwan Straits. If Lai continues down this path, he will surely be remembered as a figure of shame in history.

    By Zhang Hua | 2024/10/10 19:48:39
  • Why India suddenly adopts more conciliatory stance with neighbors

    The real challenge India faces is to develop a proactive regional cooperation strategy, rather than simply rejecting or resisting China's initiatives while failing to take any constructive action.

    By Lin Minwang | 2024/10/10 19:31:13
  • Reviving McCarthyism targets Chinese scholars, hurts US itself

    The current wave of Chinese exclusion in the US is both a McCarthyist re-enactment and an irrational and fanatical move under severe politicization. It has continuously injected instability into China-US relations and seriously undermined the legitimate interests of the US itself.

    By Shen Yi | 2024/10/9 21:29:07
  • China's westernmost township offers insights of modernization

    The development of China's most remote regions teaches us that as long as a country can find a suitable development path, regardless of ethnicity, skin color or geographical location, they can certainly join the process of modernization and enjoy a happy life.

    By Ding Gang | 2024/10/9 21:14:17
  • ASEAN's consistent focus on development should not be swayed

    Regional security and stability, as well as economic recovery and prosperous development, define ASEAN's core values. Proposals like an "Asian NATO" are fundamentally at odds with ASEAN's aspirations.

    By Ge Hongliang | 2024/10/8 20:54:37
  • My journey through Xizang: a contrast to Western narratives

    As a researcher and human rights lawyer, I was pleased to visit Xizang and witness China's efforts in promoting unity among different ethnic groups with my own eyes: South African human rights lawyer

    By Global Times | 2024/10/7 20:57:34
  • One year on, where will the Palestine-Israel conflict head?

    The Palestine-Israel conflict remains the root cause of the current turmoil in the Middle East, and achieving a ceasefire is the immediate priority.

    By Ding Long | 2024/10/7 20:31:12
  • Modern China embodies the evolving Long March spirit: Australian sinologist

    For many foreigners, China may remain a mysterious land. However, for some China hands, the real China is credible, appealing and respectable. Their research and observations provide authentic reflections of China's transformation, mirroring the country's achievements and attractiveness. On October 1 of this year, the People's Republic of China (PRC) celebrated the 75th anniversary of its founding. The Global Times launches a series titled "China Hands: My China Voyages" to share the connections, stories and insights of influential scholars and analysts who study China, narrating the changes and accomplishments they witness in China, and presenting a multifaceted view of the country.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/6 11:56:17
  • Chinese modernization a commitment to people-centered development philosophy: Italian scholar

    For many foreigners, China may remain a mysterious land. However, for some China hands, the real China is credible, appealing and respectable. Their research and observations provide authentic reflections of China's transformation, mirroring the country's achievements and attractiveness. On October 1, the People's Republic of China (PRC) celebrated the 75th anniversary of its founding. The Global Times launches a series titled "China Hands: My China Voyages" to share the connections, stories and insights of influential scholars and analysts who study China, narrating the changes and accomplishments they witness in China, and presenting a multifaceted view of the country.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/4 11:27:33
  • Three 'key' words decode 75 years' great journey of PRC

    This year marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC). Every celebration of the National Day is a verification of various explanations China's development and governance. In fact, the name PRC encapsulates the logic of development and governance in contemporary China. "China," "people" and "republic" are three key terms essential to understanding China's ever-growing achievements.

    By Yang Xuedong | 2024/10/3 16:15:14
  • China's biggest attraction is the sheer scale and speed of its transformation

    For many foreigners, China may remain a mysterious land. However, for some China hands, the real China is credible, appealing and respectable. Their research and observations provide authentic reflections of China's transformation, mirroring the country's achievements and attractiveness.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/2 10:22:18
  • Stoltenberg's legacy for his successor – a messy, disunited NATO

    NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg ended his term of office on Tuesday, officially passing the baton of the group's leadership to former Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte. Media reports suggest that Rutte's main task after taking office is to keep the transatlantic military alliance united amid the war in Ukraine and the upcoming US presidential election.

    By Xia Wenxin | 2024/10/1 19:29:37
  • China's speed of advance unprecedented in world history: Australian Sinologist

    In my view, China will be the economic power of the future and contribute greatly to a multipolar world that is with us already and increasing in importance.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/30 8:50:39
  • Over 75 years, China has navigated its path with strength and certainty: foreign experts

    Over the past 75 years, China has navigated its journey with increasing confidence

    By Global Times | 2024/9/29 16:34:05
  • Growing awareness of looted antiquities fuels calls for their return

    I'm really happy to see this action is happening now, because I think the world is waking up to the fact that most of the artifacts have been stolen from our countries.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/29 16:01:07
  • UK media uncritically hype Western propoganda on Xinjiang

    Xinjiang is one of the weapons of mass distraction with which the West regularly attacks China.

    By Mark Blacklock | 2024/9/28 22:46:10
  • China's Capacity Building Action Plan provides strong support to UN's AI vision

    The Action Plan represents a consensus and shared understanding between the Chinese government and the AI industry-university-research community, providing strong support, participation, and practice toward the UN's vision for AI capacity-building.

    By Zeng Yi | 2024/9/28 22:29:47
  • True multilateralism: a cure for a divided world

    This week, world leaders gathered in New York for the annual United Nations General Assembly, one of the most important platforms for practicing multilateralism. However, the event was overshadowed by the increasing trend of divisive actions worldwide, which are ironically often carried out exactly in the name of "multilateralism," as if the interests of a few countries could represent global consensus.

    By Yi Xin | 2024/9/27 18:31:05
  • China's philosophy of seeking balance and harmony fascinates me: French entrepreneur

    For many foreigners, China may remain a mysterious land. However, for some China hands, the real China is credible, appealing and respectable. Their research and observations provide authentic reflections of China's transformation, mirroring the country's achievements and attractiveness. On October 1 of this year, the People's Republic of China (PRC) will celebrate the 75th anniversary of its founding. The Global Times launches a series titled "China Hands: My China Voyages" to share the connections, stories and insights of influential scholars and analysts who study China, narrating the changes and accomplishments they witness in China, and presenting a multifaceted view of the country.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/27 13:55:59
  • World Heritage protection a main stage for implementing GCI

    China's World Heritage showcases the country's historical and cultural values, promotes global understanding of Chinese civilization, and fosters China's appreciation of other civilizations.

    By Lü Zhou | 2024/9/26 20:31:22
  • Maintaining a friendly, cooperative relationship with China best choice for Japan, also benefits China and world: former Japanese ambassador to China

    While Japan-China relations may have experienced some ups and downs, exchanges between the two countries have never truly ceased.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/26 19:43:26
  • A remarkable journey: from 'poor and blank' to a rich and powerful China

    I believe that both India and China are the only continuing ancient civilizations that have witnessed rises, influenced each other spiritually and materially, and contributed significantly to global development. Even today, it seems history is repeating itself - we are witnessing the rise of both India and China.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/25 20:45:55
  • Market competition determined by technology, quality, not geopolitics

    Washington may leverage its limited hegemony to sever ties with Chinese manufacturing, but it cannot reconstruct the intricate, globalization-aligned connections.

    By Ding Gang | 2024/9/25 20:09:42
  • China's support in US drug control driven by its global commitments

    By adopting a cooperative and responsible attitude, the US can better address its drug issues with China's support.

    By Shen Yi | 2024/9/24 23:15:30
  • Israel-Hezbollah conflict could be more destructive if escalates

    If the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah escalates, it will have a greater impact on the security structure of the Middle East.

    By Wang Jin | 2024/9/24 23:11:01
  • US, NATO themselves create the threats

    Sometimes I wonder if we really created the threat ourselves. We've created a threat, and instead of trying to resolve tensions diplomatically, we've often acted in ways that increase them.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/24 20:07:22
  • China has proven it can do very unexpected and surprising things

    China is clearly a global power now, and people need to be knowledgeable about what China is, and what it isn't.

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    On some occasions, restrictions on using mobile phones should be made clear beforehand. If any violation occurs, the organizer is responsible for stopping such behaviors.

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  • Quad struggles for relevance as it creates wariness in Asia-Pacific

    The Quad should focus more on the concerns of regional countries, especially those opposing its disruptive role; it should not continue to be a destabilizing factor in the region.

    By Zhou Shixin | 2024/9/23 20:53:14
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    Accordion player Pan Lu of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Military Band gazed out with excitement at the Brazilian presidential palace on Sunday. As she passed the parliament and museums, she completely forgot her jet leg from a nearly 30-hour flight.

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  • GCI is China's solution to promote progress of human civilization

    The GCI outlines China's solution to advance the world's modernization process and the progress of human civilization in an increasingly chaotic world.

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  • Re-engagement with China in the UK's national interest

    China is an absolutely critical, trade and investment partner for the UK and it is foolish and imprudent to destroy this in the pursuit of ideological objectives.

    By James Smith | 2024/9/21 15:44:31
  • Isolationism to have negative impact on US' long-term competitiveness

    Isolationism is a policy that may initially seem appealing to those who view it as a safeguard for domestic industries. However, the long-term effects of isolationism are far more damaging than its short-term gains. As the US faces increasing global competition, especially from countries like China, embracing isolationism is a surefire way to undermine its own economic strength and global influence. In fact, what some perceive as "decoupling" from the rest of the world, particularly from China, risks not only harming American businesses but also eroding the country's leadership in key industries.

    By Bradley Blankenship | 2024/9/21 0:34:42
  • Can the benefits of joining AUKUS outweigh the costs to autonomy, finance?

    AUKUS, the trilateral security partnership between the US, UK and Australia, has met with continuous criticism since its formation. Now, on its third anniversary, AUKUS has extended an invitation to countries like New Zealand for potential cooperation under its second pillar. In light of Australia's situation as a cautionary tale, relevant countries should take a more rational approach when considering cooperating with AUKUS, an exclusive group centered around competition and containment.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/20 0:30:06
  • Australia's negative perception of China could be overstated

    Recently, I was invited to Australia for a closed-door academic conference where scholars discussed the impact of China-US competition on the Asia-Pacific order and how regional countries are responding. This 10-day trip deepened my understanding of Australia's efforts to play a larger role amid geopolitical turbulence, especially regarding China-US tensions. I also noticed that the Australian strategic community's resistance to China's rising power might be overstated due to the influence of rhetoric from the US and the UK, indicating a hopeful outlook for future China-Australia relations.

    By Ma Bo | 2024/9/19 23:12:28
  • Why is right to devt fundamental for countries like China, Brazil

    After a 26-hour flight from Beijing, crossing the continents of Asia and Africa and the Atlantic Ocean, I finally arrived in Rio de Janeiro to attend the First China-Latin America and Caribbean States Roundtable on Human Rights. Known as the "City of God," Rio was once Brazil's capital and remains one of the most economically developed regions in South America. As the plane approached Rio, I couldn't help but wonder what this city, which has hosted two World Cups, one Olympics and is known for globally reputed Sambadrome, would be like.

    By Cao Siqi in Rio | 2024/9/19 23:09:41
  • China's role as a peace defender: new alternatives for global conflict prevention

    China's evolving role in the formulation of internationally applicable norms, including those regarding conflict prevention, has attracted attention across the globe. With its growing economic, political and military might, China has risen as a major power, and sought changes to existing conflict management and prevention structures. China's international engagement adheres to and respects sovereignty, non-interference and security norms.

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