China advances nuclear security measures, advocates fairness and win-win cooperation under GSI

Navigating the world of nuclear energy is like walking a tightrope - one misstep can have far-reaching consequences. China has been on the path of nuclear safety regulation for over 40 years.

From Danube River to Yangtze River: Vienna Boys Choir's first Chinese conductor shares Chinese culture through music

As one of the most prestigious performance groups in the world, the Vienna Boys Choir boasts a history of over 500 years, with performances across the globe. In 2013, the choir welcomed its first Chinese conductor, Jimmy Chiang Chi Bun.

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  • GT investigates: How the West suppresses Global South economics with rule barrier, disinformation campaign

    Historically, Western powers have employed violent means to engage in colonial plunder and domination on a global scale, relegating colonized nations and regions to the bottom of the industrial chain, and turning them into economic dependencies of their Western overlords.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/10/13 20:18:20
  • Chongyang Festival unites families in honoring elderly in China

    As autumn paints the landscape in hues of gold and crimson, a cherished tradition is unfolding across China - the Chongyang Festival, also known as the Double Ninth Festival.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/11 21:42:32
  • How a deeply impoverished county in the mountains of Southwest China's Guizhou grows into nation's guitar manufacturing center

    "I come from the mountains, with my small guitar, I teach people how to make guitars, and rely on them to get rid of poverty..." It is a folk song widely played by people in Zheng'an county, Southwest China's Guizhou Province, with locally produced guitars.

    By Leng Shumei in Zheng'an | 2024/10/10 21:05:51
  • Four Chinese athletes' historic moments mirror era's evolution

    Sports are a reflection of a nation's spirit and an epitome of a country's strength. On the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, four athletes mentioned by Xi Jinping, Chinese president and general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee resonated with a lot of people as their life experiences are a microcosm of the times.

    By Du Shangze and Li Jianguang | 2024/10/9 22:29:36
  • 75 Years On: China's steadfast journey toward technology power fueled by aspirational vision and surefooted craftsmanship

    On September 29, China held a high-profile ceremony to bestow its highest state honors in celebration of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. Among these honorees, who stand as shining symbols of national and contemporary spirit, were Wang Yongzhi, a visionary rocket expert and pioneer of China's manned space program, who posthumously received the prestigious Medal of the Republic, and Xu Zhenchao, a technician awarded the national honorary title of "People's Craftsman."

    By Lin Xiaoyi and Fan Anqi | 2024/10/5 13:35:29
  • GT investigates: What US' inglorious $1.6B anti-China info campaign budget is about and where the money goes

    In the 18th installment of the series, the Global Times focuses on a recently passed act by US Congress, which is widely regarded as a funding mechanism for the US to badmouth China in the international community. As a latest case in the US' high-profile cognitive warfare against China, this article discusses in detail the aspects of China that this act may seek to defame and slander, as well as where the substantial sum of $1.6 billion will ultimately be directed.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/9/29 21:40:10
  • Brush a road to prosperity: Small town featuring dental care production witnesses vibrant journey toward healthy, sustainable development path

    As dawn breaks over Hangji town in Yangzhou, Jiangsu Province, the first rays of sunlight spill onto the bustling streets, illuminating the rhythmic hum of toothbrush production lines. In a cozy Beijing hutong, a grandmother beams with delight as she unwraps her brand-new toothbrush, its bristles gleaming with promise. Thousands of miles away, guests at opulent hotels in Dubai indulge in lavish oral care routines, where even this simplest act becomes a luxurious ritual. While on the other side of the globe, in the icy expanse of Antarctica, scientists endure frigid winds, finding small comfort in their trusted toothbrushes amid the stark wilderness.

    By Hu Yuwei | 2024/9/29 20:43:46
  • Exploring how varied Americans discuss state of 'today's US'

    There are less than 50 days until the US presidential election on November 5. Gao Zhikai, vice president of the Center for China and Globalization (CCG), recently conducted research in the country. He engaged in in-depth discussions with Americans from various social classes, professions, backgrounds, and age groups to hear their perspectives on US politics and livelihoods. In Gao's view, there is an interesting and stark contrast between the attitudes of American elites and the general public regarding this election. The elites are actively participating and making strategic plans for the future, while ordinary citizens are more focused on pressing issues such as prices and employment, showing little interest in the election.

    By Bai Yunyi | 2024/9/26 23:27:59
  • Commemoration of ancient Chinese mathematical master Liu Hui marks his timeless influence on mathematics and civilization exchanges

    A year-long global commemoration of Liu Hui, a prominent figure in ancient Chinese mathematics, kicked off in Paris on Tuesday local time.

    By Huang Lanlan | 2024/9/25 22:26:05
  • Saudi Arabia welcomes more Chinese companies to invest: Ambassador

    Saudi Arabia is working with international partners and prioritizes cooperation with China to achieve its goal to a regional hub, Saudi Arabian Ambassador to China Abdulrahman Ahmad Al-Harbi told the Global Times.

    By Bai Yunyi and Xie Wenting | 2024/9/25 22:20:37
  • Global commemorations kick off in Paris to mark ancient Chinese mathematical master Liu Hui

    In honor of Liu Hui, a prominent figure in ancient Chinese mathematics, a series of global activities kicked off on Tuesday local time in Paris, marking the beginning of a year-long commemoration of Liu, whose contributions had a profound influence on ancient Chinese mathematics, and continue to inspire today's scientific progress and civilization exchanges.

    By Huang Lanlan | 2024/9/25 17:02:25
  • Eyeing sustainability: China's green development agenda empowers small island developing countries to address climate challenges, promote resilience: top remote sensing scientist

    China has long been committed to addressing global climate change and promoting sustainable development through technological innovation and international cooperation. Recently, the Global Times reporter Shan Jie (GT) interviewed Guo Huadong (Guo), an Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Director-General of the International Research Center of Big Data for Sustainable Development Goals (CBAS), to discuss the role of big Earth data in helping Small Island Developing States (SIDS) achieve sustainable development and improve their disaster response capabilities.

    By Shan Jie | 2024/9/24 20:24:53
  • GT investigates: How US military-industrial complex orchestrates narrative campaigns against China and pushes Philippines to forefront

    From manipulating public opinion through hyping the South China Sea issue to launching smear campaign against Chinese vaccines in the Philippines, the US military-industrial complex has been exposed for persistently instigating the Philippines behind the scenes to fabricate biased or false narratives and foment public misunderstanding regarding China.

    By Hu Yuwei and Liu Xuanzun | 2024/9/23 21:21:29
  • Commemoration of ancient Chinese mathematical master Liu Hui to kick off in Paris

    A series of global activities will kick off on Tuesday local time in Paris to mark the anniversary of the birth of Liu Hui, a prominent figure in ancient Chinese mathematics.

    By Huang Lanlan | 2024/9/23 17:16:34
  • Indiscriminate killing: How Japanese military purged ethnic Chinese aged 18 to 50 in Singapore during Sook Ching Massacre

    On March 10, 1947, a provisional war crimes tribunal in Singapore officially began the trial of the perpetrators of the "Sook Ching Massacre," a mass killing that took place in the city in 1942. Most of the victims were of Chinese ethnicity. At the time, a Nanyang Siang Pau newspaper journalist named Xie Songshan recorded the trial proceedings.

    By Lu Yuan | 2024/9/22 21:53:28
  • Death Railway: Brutality of Japanese army during World War II led to high mortality rate among POWs, laborers

    If people ask which army was the most powerful during World War II, opinions might vary widely. However, if the question is about the most brutal and inhumane army, many people in Asia would give the same answer: The Japanese army.

    By Zhou Ming | 2024/9/20 0:03:51
  • Stand Up! The elderly: Aged Chinese comedians stun stage, embracing amusing silver life

    “You did not expect it, right? Shan Shan is a lao deng,” 64-year-old stand-up comedy performer Shan Shan stuns the audience immediately as he makes his first appearance in the entertainment show Stand-up Comedy and Friends in late August. Age, death, boomerang son... in the five-minute performance, Shan Shan, a retired engineer from the People's Liberation Army Air Force, kept subverting people's traditional perception of not only what stand-up comedians look like, but also the stereotype of Chinese elderly generation who usually avoids discussing, not to mention joking, about death with his sharp wit, ingenious satire, and mature wisdom.

    By Leng Shumei and Lin Xiaoyi | 2024/9/19 23:34:04
  • Bloody history: Japanese army slaughtered more than 100,000 Filipino civilians in desperate revenge in Manila Massacre

    On August 29, 2024, a spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in the Philippines gave a stern response to the Japanese ambassador's false remarks on the South China Sea. "Has he forgotten Japan's invasion of the Philippines, the destruction of Manila, and the resulting deaths of over 100,000 civilians in the Manila Massacre? Has he forgotten tens of thousands of the innocent souls perished under Japanese soldiers during the Bataan Death March and in the dungeons of Fort Santiago?"

    By Wen De | 2024/9/18 22:18:38
  • DPP's political manipulation of sports a shot in the foot, will only ruin athletes' future

    While the Chinese mainland delegation marked a historic breakthrough at the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics, Taiwan's secessionist Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities have faced strong backlash after aggressively promoting "Taiwan values" and politicizing sports by establishing a sports authority and advocating for the use of the name "Taiwan" in international competitions.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/9/17 22:59:44
  • China and Africa have mutually beneficial needs, says AU representative to China

    Rahmat Allah Mohamed Osman, the permanent representative of the African Union (AU) to China, highlighted in a recent interview with Global Times that the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) that just concluded in Beijing is significant for China-Africa relations. He believes that China and Africa have mutually beneficial needs, and expresses hopes for the implementation of more policies in China's support in agriculture, industry, and talent development to Africa.

    By Hu Yuwei | 2024/9/17 19:18:20
  • SID countries empowered with Big Earth Data tech to combat climate change via training in Beijing

    Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are harnessing global cooperation and advanced technologies to strengthen climate resilience and promote sustainable development.

    By Shan Jie and Wang Yong | 2024/9/13 18:32:40
  • Two decades in New Delhi: Experiencing the dual nature of India

    Located in South Asia, India is China's close neighbor, yet for many Chinese people, the country remains both intriguing and unfamiliar. Many social media bloggers often share various “incredible” experiences they encounter in India: Asia's largest slum, the daring and reckless act of “train surfing,” and the “clean and hygienic” street food specialties, among others. While the lively streets and aroma of curry represent a unique side of Indian culture, Mi (pseudonym), a Chinese woman who has lived in India for nearly 20 years, has witnessed more of the country's changes and its complex “duality.” The Global Times invites Mi to share her perspective on India with our readers.

    By Mi Xiaoya | 2024/9/13 18:22:19
  • China-LAC cooperation reframes path of realizing human rights: Brazilian law professor and friendship award winner

    Evandro Menezes de Carvalho, widely known by his Chinese name Gao Wenyong, is a law professor at Fluminense Federal University and head of the Brazil-China Research Group at Getulio Vargas Foundation School of Law. He came to Shanghai in 2013 to study cultural exchanges among BRICS countries and a decade later, he was awarded the Chinese Government Friendship Award.

    By Cao Siqi | 2024/9/12 22:27:15
  • While Western model imposes values and sanctions, China-LAC partnership emphasizes solidarity: director of China-Brazil Center for Research and Business

    In 2023, during a state visit to China, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva described China as an impressive development model. Ronnie Lins, Brazilian economist and director of the China-Brazil Center for Research and Business, who conducted several field studies in China's poverty-stricken areas, said that under the guidance of the Communist Party of China (CPC), China has shown the world how to achieve goals like eradicating extreme poverty with political wills and effective actions.

    By Cao Siqi | 2024/9/12 22:24:35
  • 50 years after discovery, Terracotta Warriors continue to tell stories of Chinese history to the world

    Exquisite bronze bobweights symbolizing the unification of weights and measures during the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC), vivid Terracotta Warriors in different poses, and intricately designed stone armor... A total of 230 artifacts are on display at an exhibition that kicked off on September 8 in Xi'an, Northwest China's Shaanxi Province, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the discovery of the Terracotta Warriors and the 45th anniversary of the establishment of the Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum.

    By Ji Yuqiao and Leng Shumei | 2024/9/12 15:32:01
  • Spain needs to reconsider position on EU's proposed tariffs on Chinese EVs, says Spanish PM

    Spain needs to reconsider its position on EU's proposed additional tariffs for Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), said Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Wednesday, amid his visit to China.

    By Huang Lanlan in Kunshan | 2024/9/11 23:33:57
  • Gen Z highly recommends culture connotation behind 'Black Myth: Wukong' to overseas

    With the growing popularity of the game among global players, many young people, especially those in the West, are for the first time getting closer to and marveling at ancient Chinese mythological classics, historical sites, and folk music through the game.

    By Huang Lanlan | 2024/9/8 17:44:12
  • Tianjin University sets up first brain-computer interface program to cultivate interdisciplinary personnel

    "On August 25, when I logged onto the internet at 10 pm to give a lecture about our new brain-computer interface (BCI) program, 1,200 students and parents were waiting. This clearly demonstrates people's passion for the program, Liu Xiuyun, a professor in biomedical engineering from the Tianjin University (TJU) and director of the TJU School of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, told the Global Times.

    By Leng Shumei and Guo Yuandan in Tianjin | 2024/9/9 22:31:00
  • 750 meters! Chinese researchers set new record for environmental science drilling on Tibetan Plateau

    A team led by Chinese academician Fang Xiaomin from the Institute of Tibetan Plateau Research (ITP) under the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) has reached 750 meters, during their environmental science drilling in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau, or the Tibetan Plateau, setting a new record, the Global Times learned from the ITP on Tuesday.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/9/11 0:07:31
  • CNNC unveils 12 advanced facilities and platforms in Vienna, aiming to boost global collaboration

    This year marks the 40th anniversary of China's accession to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Over four decades of development, China's nuclear power industry has become a global leader in scale, technology, and supply chain, serving as a key driver in the international nuclear energy sector.

    By Fan Wei, Fan Anqi and Leng Shumei | 2024/9/10 21:37:06
  • Cultural and linguistic exchange promotes mutual understanding and true multilateralism, says Cervantes Institute director

    The Cervantes Institute opened its second branch in Shanghai on Tuesday. This is the Institute's second branch in China, following the establishment of the Beijing branch in 2006.

    By Huang Lanlan in Shanghai | 2024/9/10 20:24:25
  • Private kindergartens in some Chinese cities transform into nursing homes, hailed as 'progressive practice to boost silver economy'

    Zhuang Yanfang never thought that one day she would lead octogenarians in old patriotic tunes at the same place where she used to sing children's songs with toddlers.

    By Huang Lanlan | 2024/9/8 20:38:06
  • 'Use AI to counter AI': Experts call for upgraded tech, system to counter AI-powered cybercrimes amid deepfake scandal

    Experts call for attention and countermeasures to prevent cybercriminals from using new technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) powered deepfake technology amid growing concerns over the issue around the world.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/9/6 12:46:56
  • A grand reunion

    The 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) concluded in Beijing on Friday. The three-day event saw leaders from China and African countries gather under the theme "Joining Hands to Advance Modernization and Build a High-Level China-Africa Community with a Shared Future" to celebrate friendship and chart the way forward for cooperation.

    By Hu Yuwei and Shan Jie | 2024/9/5 23:38:48
  • Young Chinese entrepreneurs explore opportunities in Africa amid strengthened bilateral cooperation

    The English adventure novel Robinson Crusoe, published in 1719, tells the story of a young man who gave up the conventional comforts of a middle-class life and embarked on a sea voyage to seek adventure.

    By Hu Yuwei and Bai Yunyi | 2024/9/5 20:35:25
  • Flagship project of China-Namibia mining cooperation empowers locals, especially women, in Africa

    In Southern Africa, the Namib, a coastal desert stretching more than 2,000 kilometers along the Atlantic Ocean, is one of the oldest and driest deserts in the world. With little rainfall there, almost no grass grows. However, as the waves crash against the endless and distinctive sand dunes, illuminated by the ever-changing light and shadow of nature, a breathtaking symphony of sand and sea unfolds, creating the unparalleled beauty that is Namibia.

    By Cao Siqi | 2024/9/4 21:57:16
  • Zhejiang's cooperation with African countries embodies win-win path of China-Africa relations: conference

    In recent years, cooperation between East China's Zhejiang Province and African nations has steadily deepened, spanning various fields such as trade, culture, and healthcare. This reflects the high-quality advancement of the China-Africa community with a shared future.

    By Shan Jie | 2024/9/4 21:39:06
  • African countries leverage China's expertise in collaborative fight against malaria

    Editor's Note: The 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit will be held in Beijing from September 4 to 6. The theme of this year's summit is “Joining Hands to Advance Modernization and Build a High-Level China-Africa Community with a Shared Future.” In light of this key event, the Global Times launches a series of China-Africa stories, including interviews with political leaders, stories of exchanges between young people from China and African countries, and intensive cooperation in various fields. Through these stories, we will see how China and Africa are deepening their ties and building a brighter future together.

    By Xie Wenting | 2024/9/3 19:27:18
  • My studies here in China are equipping me with knowledge that I can apply in Africa, says former state minister of Ethiopia

    Editor's Note: The 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit will be held in Beijing from September 4 to 6. The theme of this year's summit is "Joining Hands to Advance Modernization and Build a High-Level China-Africa Community with a Shared Future." In light of this, the Global Times launches a series of China-Africa stories, including interviews with political leaders, stories of exchanges between young people from China and African countries, and intensive cooperation in various fields. Through these stories, we will see how China and Africa are deepening their ties and building a brighter future together. In this instalment, Global Times reporter Zhao Yusha talked with Endalkachew Sime, PhD student at Peking University, ex-state minister of planning and development of Ethiopia and ex-secretary general of the Ethiopian Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations.

    By Zhao Yusha | 2024/9/2 21:34:51
  • China-African cooperation is 'empathetic,' different from the West: Kenyan govt advisor

    Editor's Note: The 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit will be held in Beijing from September 4 to 6. The theme of this year's summit is “Joining Hands to Advance Modernization and Build a High-Level China-Africa Community with a Shared Future.” In light of this, the Global Times launches a series of China-Africa stories, including interviews with political leaders, stories of exchanges between young people from China and African countries, and intensive cooperation in various fields. Through these stories, we will see how China and Africa are deepening their ties and building a brighter future together. In this instalment, Global Times reporter Zhao Yusha talked with Mwangi Wachira, an advisor for the Kenyan government and also a former economist with the World Bank.

    By Zhao Yusha | 2024/9/2 21:31:14
  • Kung Fu Ambassador: Malagasy martial arts star aspires to show Africans the wonderful world of China

    With a petite frame, a soft voice, and a face more youthful than her chronological age, it's hard to imagine Rotsy as a formidable kung fu master when you first meet her.

    By Shan Jie | 2024/9/1 19:56:57
  • Vigor and Vitality: Chinese youth think tank leader feels innovation, creativity, courage of African peers in exchange programs

    Li Ming, chairman of the China-Africa Youth Federation (CAYF) think tank, an international youth organization for Chinese and African Youth self-management and development, is a whirlwind of activity these days.

    By Lin Xiaoyi | 2024/9/1 19:54:33
  • Bonds forged in steel: China-Africa projects stand as enduring symbols of friendship, cooperation

    The grand dams, whistling trains, bustling stadiums, magnificent parliament buildings, and various factories - these impressive projects of China-Africa cooperation have not only become landmarks across the African continent but also stand as symbols of the enduring friendship between the China and African countries.

    By Global Times | 2024/8/30 23:47:58
  • Behind the scenes of 'Zero Day': What dark intentions lie beneath DPP's support for imaginary Taiwan Straits war drama?

    Taiwan's secessionist Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities, long-time proponents of the "resist reunification by force" doctrine, once again showcased their secessionist nature through the trailer for the latest TV drama series, Zero Day.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/8/29 19:54:52
  • Three decades of aids demonstrate a multi-generational relay in building a modern, prosperous Xizang

    In the harsh, oxygen-thin environment of the Xizang Autonomous Region in Southwest China, where life on the "roof of the world" meets daily challenges, the resilience and unity of the Chinese people have been tested and proven over the last three decades.

    By Shan Jie and Lin Xiaoyi | 2024/8/29 0:13:45
  • Foreign vloggers post videos of China's public healthcare system, clear up misunderstandings

    "China's healthcare is so bad compared to the US and the West, that is what I often hear in my YouTube comments, but is it true?" a vlogger from the UK whose channel is called "Harvey in China" asks at the beginning of a video he posted on YouTube.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/8/27 20:43:59
  • 'Red tourism' destinations become popular among foreign vloggers, a new window for global audience to know China, understand CPC

    The Global Times presented this Marco Polo Trilogy. This is the second installment, sharing experiences and thoughts of some international travelers who had been to "red tourism" sites, which are characterized by patriotic or revolutionary themes. Videos of their visits became a vivid window to the global audience to take a closer look at the history and achievements of China and the Communist Party of China (CPC).

    By Huang Lanlan and Ding Yazhi | 2024/8/26 22:00:56
  • 'Adventures' of foreign vloggers in Xinjiang and Xizang regions reveal a diverse, peaceful China

    The Global Times presents this "Marco Polo" Trilogy. In the first story, we shared the story of those young travelers who have ventured into China's border regions. Their videos and posts showcase the vast grasslands and bustling markets of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, and the majestic mountains and mysterious temples of Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, displaying to the world a diverse and peaceful China.

    By Shan Jie and Huang Lanlan | 2024/8/25 23:08:02
  • How 'Black Myth: Wukong' shines a global spotlight on China's ancient wonders

    This past week, the legendary Monkey King, Sun Wukong, has re-emerged from ancient scrolls, enchanting the world with his timeless adventures. As Black Myth: Wukong takes the gaming world by storm, conversations are shifting beyond the gameplay to uncover the rich cultural treasures woven into its fabric - like the breathtaking ancient architecture and intricate statues that breathe life into this epic tale.

    By Global Times | 2024/8/23 23:32:58
  • China-Africa Rhapsody: Chinese experts share tech, expertise to help African farmers boost production, food security

    Around 733 million people - meaning one in 11 people worldwide - had to go to bed hungry in 2023, with a significant number from Africa where one in five individuals face this plight, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations' latest figures.

    By Xie Wenting | 2024/8/22 23:12:04
  • Dam benefits communities in Xinjiang, paving way for a secure ecological future for region

    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, stressed that the environment concerns the well-being of people in all countries. During his many inspections, Xi has always emphasized the importance of ecosystems, spanning from cities to rural areas, and from enterprises to communities.

    By Hu Yuwei in Kashi | 2024/8/21 23:21:23
  • Innovative approaches help ensure electric power supply in remote areas in NW China

    A power supply company in Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region has revolutionized the approach to power grid security with the integration of remote intelligent patrol technology. This advancement marks a significant leap in the surveillance and maintenance of substations, ensuring the reliability and safety of the power grid.

    By Global Times | 2024/8/21 21:52:20
  • Integration of biodiversity education and grassroots green development sees achievements in East China

    East China's Zhejiang Province is setting a precedent with its innovative and impactful approaches to integrating biodiversity education and sustainable development into the fabric of daily life and community-driven initiatives. The region's commitment to nurturing environmental stewardship among the youth is not only evident in its educational programs but also in the grassroots efforts that champion eco-friendly practices and sustainable living.

    By Global Times | 2024/8/21 19:07:02
  • Deep focus: China's 'small-town literature' goes viral on social media, reflecting people's nostalgia for hometown amid rapid urbanization

    Amid the ongoing discussion over "city, not city," a viral phrase that illustrates China's urban zeitgeist, a new trend has captured the attention of many smaller cities and counties, taking Chinese social media by storm.

    By Lin Xiaoyi | 2024/8/20 23:23:44
  • GT investigates: Lithium protests in Serbia: environment driven or politically motivated?

    A recent protest against a lithium mining project broke out in Serbia, with demonstrators filling the streets of capital Belgrade. They reportedly obstructed the tracks at two railway stations in the city, and briefly halted traffic on a major highway.

    By Huang Lanlan and Hu Yuwei | 2024/8/19 23:48:20
  • Meloni's visit to China 'timely,' pushing China-Italy ties to a new stage: Chinese Ambassador to Italy

    At the end of July, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni arrived in China for her first China visit since taking office. During her visit, she met with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Chinese Premier Li Qiang, and Zhao Leji, chairman of the National People's Congress Standing Committee. In an exclusive interview with the Global Times (GT), Chinese Ambassador to Italy Jia Guide (Jia) said that the visit further enhanced the mutual political trust in China-Italy relations, successfully pushing the China-Italy comprehensive strategic partnership to a new stage.

    By Zhao Yusha and Bai Yunyi | 2024/8/18 19:00:59
  • Snapshot of China Coast Guard's work and life on patrol in waters off Huangyan Island

    In August, the Wanshan vessel of China Coast Guard (CCG) successfully completed its patrol mission at China's Huangyan Dao (also known as Huangyan Island) and returned to Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province. Despite facing the harsh conditions of the South China Sea, including high temperatures, humidity, and salinity, the dedicated coast guard officers on board worked tirelessly for dozens of days, conducting regular training, key drills related to maritime law enforcement, and providing escort services to Chinese fishing vessels in the area.

    By Lin Xiaoyi | 2024/8/15 18:31:33
  • Biased media reports expose West's malicious politicization, stigmatization of China's Silk Roads archaeological efforts

    “Cognitive Warfare” has become a new form of confrontation between states, and a new security threat. With new technological means, it sets agendas and spreads disinformation, to change people's perceptions and thus alter their self-identity. Launching cognitive warfare against China is an important means for Western anti-China forces to attack and discredit the country.

    By Huang Lanlan, Chen Xi and Zhao Juecheng | 2024/8/15 22:27:41
  • Exploring how coastal village achieves 'zero-net carbon' goal, sets example for building 'Beautiful China'

    Recently, the Global Times reporter visited an island village in Zhoushan, East China's Zhejiang Province, delving into the secrets behind the village's success in achieving "net-zero carbon" goal and looking into how the coastal village is implementing Xi's concept that "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets."

    By Cao Siqi in Zhoushan, Zhejiang | 2024/8/14 21:42:51
  • China's domestic BCI systems prove effectiveness, potential to bridge biological and artificial intelligence

    Chinese scientists have demonstrated their brain-computer interface (BCI) systems are successful and effective in rehabilitation, and have the potential to bridge biological and artificial intelligence.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/8/14 21:23:24
  • Exhibition kicks off in Beijing to commemorate 60 years of international scientific cooperation

    An exhibition themed on the history of cooperation between the China Association for Science and Technology (CAST) and the World Federation of Scientific Workers (WFSW) opened on Tuesday as part of the activities to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the cooperation between the two sides.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/8/14 4:21:27
  • Five 'economic tectonic forces' are reshaping global economy: Former governor of Bank of Canada

    In today's world, where challenges and opportunities coexist, the global economy is undergoing an unprecedented transformation. How to respond to these changes and uncertainties has become a common issue for governments, businesses, and individuals alike. Recently, Global Times reporters Xie Wenting and Bai Yunyi (GT) conducted an exclusive interview with renowned economist and former governor of the Bank of Canada, Stephen Poloz (Poloz), on this topic. According to Poloz, five economic tectonic forces – population aging, debt accumulation, income inequality, technological advancement, and climate change – are constantly shifting and accumulating, much like geological forces, and are causing profound "economic earthquakes" around the globe.

    By Xie Wenting and Bai Yunyi | 2024/8/13 19:44:08
  • Beyond the Arena: From grassroots fitness parks to international competition venues, shared athletic pursuits strengthen ties between China and Africa

    In this installment, we turn our attention to the world of sporting arenas. The Paris 2024 Olympics successfully concluded on Sunday night, local time, with athletes from China and Africa showcasing their remarkable talents. Sports cooperation between China and Africa began in the 1950s, and in recent years, significant achievements have been made in this field, making sports exchanges an important bridge for cultural exchange and mutual understanding between the Chinese and African peoples. We spoke with coaches, experts, and enterprises directly involved in China-Africa sports exchanges to hear about their rich and diverse experiences and insights from working in Africa.

    By Shan Jie and Huang Lanlan | 2024/8/12 22:07:41
  • Exclusive: Revealing the reality of China Coast Guard presence in Huangyan Island in South China Sea

    In the eyes of some foreign media outlets, they are seen as "aggressive actors in international disputes." But what is the true role of the CCG in the South China Sea? Beyond their legal, reasonable and professional law enforcement which were usually defamed by the US and its allies, what do CCG officers patrolling in Huangyan Dao (Huangyan Island) actually do in their work and how are their daily lives? What drives them to bravely face challenges and remain resolute at sea?

    By Lin Xiaoyi in Guangzhou | 2024/8/11 21:38:34
  • Gen-Z Chinese athletes impress world with excellence, interesting souls

    Talk truly, compete with composure and treat every counterpart sincerely. During the Paris Olympics that will be coming to an end on Sunday, the younger generation of Chinese athletes are not only impressing people with their excellent performances, but also, with their interesting souls, breaking the stereotype the rest of the world has about Chinese athletes.

    By Global Times | 2024/8/8 19:07:33
  • Pathway to Prosperity: GT survey in 13 countries highlights BRI's significant role in green development, poverty reduction, and cultural exchanges

    The year 2024 ushers in the second golden decade of the joint building of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) after the initiative has already yielded many fruitful results worldwide. Looking forward to the new stage of high-quality Belt and Road cooperation over the coming 10 years, the Global Times Institute (GTI) recently conducted a public awareness survey of the BRI in 13 countries around the world to understand how people overseas view the BRI in relation to global affairs, their own country, and themselves, and to understand the future expectations of the overseas public for the Belt and Road cooperation.

    By Global Times | 2024/8/8 20:03:23
  • GT investigates: Japan acts as US Indo-Pacific strategy 'assistant,' risks intensifying tensions in the South China Sea

    Through a series of provocative actions in the South China Sea in recent years, Japan, a country that does not have any claim in the region, has gradually revealed its ambitions to play a more influential role in the busy waterway. In its latest move, Japan and the Philippines held their first joint military exercises in the South China Sea on August 2 in the Philippines' exclusive economic zone, according to Reuters. The exercises came less than a month after the two countries signed a landmark military pact allowing the deployment of forces on each other's soil. What is Japan's real plan in the South China Sea? How has it gradually been forming a strategy for the South China Sea? How could its involvement affect the regional situation?

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/8/7 21:24:37
  • Distorted fan culture erodes sports community, sparking concern and reflection among the public

    As the performance of Team China at the Paris 2024 Olympics continues to grab headlines on Chinese social media, a debate is brewing in the country about the evolution of fan culture in the sporting field. On August 4, several of China's social media platforms, such as Sina Weibo and Douyin announced that they were cracking down on over 800 accounts that had been spreading negativity and fomenting conflict during the table tennis events at the Olympics, removing more than 50,000 inappropriate fan posts.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/8/6 19:35:14
  • US' 'woke culture' exposes deep societal divisions, intensifying debates on identity politics and social justice

    "Woke culture" has evolved into a cultural conflict surrounding identity politics in America, and this ideology has also spread to Europe, stirring up the political and social landscape.

    By Global Times | 2024/8/6 0:00:44
  • Study tours dominate China's summer holiday travel market along with Chinese parents' growing investment in children's well-rounded education

    Study tours have gained popularity in China in recent years as Chinese parents invest more in the well-rounded education of their children. But the industry encountered controversies this year due to reports of overly high cost and disappointing arrangements. Given expanding market and following chaos, more parents and experts call for rational choices and avoid comparing mentality.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/8/5 23:42:38
  • Weaponized tests: How US uses extraterritorial jurisdiction to intervene in international sports, tarnish China's anti-doping efforts

    Behind the US and Western "anti-doping" narrative lies a complex power dynamic that manipulates the sports field for political gain. The Paris Olympics once again highlighted how doping tests have been weaponized, severely disrupting the normal conduct of the Games. The abuse of anti-doping measures to create chaos in the Olympics is a prime example of the US-led "liberal international order" based on selective rule enforcement.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/8/5 22:01:29
  • Shining a light on China's sea turtle conservation efforts in South China Sea

    Sea turtles, with a history of 160 million years on earth, are truly enchanting creatures. They exhibit remarkable loyalty to their nesting grounds, returning to the beach of their birth to lay eggs once they reach maturity, regardless of the distance. Destruction of their nesting sites can have a devastating impact on their ability to reproduce.

    By Fan Wei and Hu Yuwei | 2024/8/4 18:27:12
  • Beijing remains the 7th on the International Exchange Centers Index with obvious advantages in scientific innovation, historical and cultural resources

    Beijing remains seventh on the International Exchange Centers Index 2024 with obvious advantages in growing influence in international affairs, increasing strength in scientific innovation and a rich historical and cultural heritage, the Global Times learned at a press conference of the report at Tsinghua University in Beijing on Wednesday.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/8/1 23:51:31
  • Philippine fishermen and environmental groups oppose US military bases in the Philippines, warning against 'proxy war' dangers

    Philippine fishermen and environmental groups gathered in Quezon City for a forum to express their concerns about the risks of the Philippines becoming embroiled in a "proxy war" as a result of US military bases in the country. The gathering coincided with reports of joint maritime exercises between the Philippines and US navies in the South China Sea on Wednesday. The participants voiced their strong opposition to this potential escalation of tensions.

    By Hu Yuwei | 2024/8/1 23:02:01
  • At Paris Olympics and beyond: How AI enhances China's Olympic performance, promotes sports culture

    Having jumped off the starting block and plunged into the water, Chinese swimmer Pan Zhanle, at La Défense Arena in Paris, won an Olympic gold medal in the men's 100m freestyle on Wednesday local time, breaking the world record amidst loud cheers.

    By Huang Lanlan | 2024/8/1 22:06:54
  • Young Chinese nuclear constructors bring electricity to Timor-Leste, help locals improve lives, realize dreams

    "The biggest meaning of my job is to improve Timorese people's lives and bring about opportunities for them to chase their dreams," Dai Linfeng, 34, an employee at the national grid project of the China Nuclear Industry 22ND Construction Co, Ltd (CNI22) in Timor-Leste, told the Global Times.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/7/31 21:13:37
  • Timorese look forward to deeper cooperation with China, embracing better life

    To Timor-Leste native Hilario who now works as a translator for the CNI22 team in Timor-Leste, everything has changed after his hometown got an electric connection.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/7/31 20:05:19
  • GT investigates: The truth you must know behind US-Philippines 'labeling strategy' in the South China Sea

    Editor's Note: “Cognitive Warfare” has become a new form of confrontation between states, and a new security threat. With new technological means, it sets agendas and spreads disinformation, to change people's perceptions and thus alter their self-identity. Launching cognitive warfare against China is an important means for Western anti-China forces to attack and discredit the country.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/7/30 22:21:51
  • Echoes of Marco Polo: China, Italy deepen ties through cultural, economic cooperation, celebrating centuries of enduring friendship, partnership

    More than 700 years ago, Marco Polo, driven by a quest for true knowledge, traveled the vast Silk Road, bridging distant Eastern lands with Europe. This journey forever linked China and Italy, a connection that has endured unbroken. Today, 700 years later, people commemorate this brave Venetian merchant, feeling the echoes between history and modernity.

    By Shan Jie | 2024/7/29 22:58:50
  • Exclusive: Integration of art and new tech drives societal progress, environmental sustainability, says China's top art school chief

    In contemporary times, the concept of new quality productive forces has become deeply ingrained in people's minds. It not only represents industrial innovation but also serves as a crucial driving force for social cultural development and environmental sustainability.

    By Global Times | 2024/7/29 22:02:03
  • Intelligent mines in Xinjiang boost efficiency and safety, enhance cooperation with neighboring countries

    On a normal working day, Ding Changliang, a maintenance worker at the Xukuang Group Tianshan Mining Company in Xinjiang, saw his cellphone screen suddenly flash a hazard alert, which read that one place in the coal belt had dust accumulation and gave instructions for workers to go to the specific area to clear it.

    By Leng Shumei in Beijing and Xie Wenting in Aksu | 2024/7/28 18:41:51
  • Young entrepreneurs from Mekong countries call for strengthening ASEAN cooperation, refute Western hype about China's overcapacity

    At the Lancang-Mekong Youth Entrepreneurs Forum that concluded on Thursday in Kunming, Southwest China's Yunnan Province, young business leaders from Lancang-Mekong countries emphasized the importance of strengthening ASEAN cooperation and expressed their optimism about the positive impact of China's new quality productive forces on neighboring countries. The forum, initially proposed by Chinese Premier Li Qiang, aims to enhance practical cooperation among youth in the Lancang-Mekong region and support its economic development.

    By Hu Yuwei in Kunming | 2024/7/26 23:51:28
  • Ready, Set, Gold: Team China gears up as world enters Olympic time

    With the lighting of the Olympic flame in Paris on Friday night, the world has officially entered Olympic time. At this very moment, the Chinese delegation has been fully prepared for this grand event.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/7/26 23:51:26
  • Exclusive: A thorough investigation into China's efforts in marine and fishery protection in South China Sea

    Chinese research teams recently released reports on the ecological environment of the South China Sea, showcasing the successful ecological protection efforts on the islands and reefs.

    By Fan Wei and Hu Yuwei | 2024/7/25 21:07:56
  • GT investigates: Medicine and automaker scandals expose Japan's manufacturing crisis, rattling the 'Made in Japan' legend

    "Made in Japan," once a byword for meticulous craftsmanship and top-notch quality, is now widely being discredited. The rise of counterfeit products, manipulated data, and fraudulent practices has cast a shadow over the country's manufacturing legacy, raising concerns over the erosion of trust in Japanese products worldwide.

    By Huang Lanlan | 2024/7/24 20:54:21
  • Chinese customers get rid of blind trust in Japanese products, become more rational and objective

    My recent experiences in Japan also reflect the change in Chinese consumers' attitudes toward Japan-made products.

    By Leng Shumei in Tokyo | 2024/7/24 19:43:10
  • AI boom in mainland offers more opportunities to Hong Kong youth, fosters 'Greater Bay citizen'

    Hong Kong youth Parker Li calls himself a "real Greater Bay citizen" as his father was among the first entrepreneurs who came from Hong Kong to Zhongshan, South China's Guangdong Province, in the 1980s to start businesses and his mother was a Zhongshan native.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/7/23 21:44:07
  • GT investigates: Rumor 'mainland media stepping in Taiwan TV program' exposes DPP's fake news fabrication chain targeting Beijing

    It's nothing new for some separatist media outlets on the island of Taiwan, backed or indulged by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities, to fabricate fake news to slander the mainland. Nonetheless, the rumors generated by a few outlets have reached a laughably ridiculous high after secessionist Lai Ching-te took office in May.

    By Huang Lanlan and Leng Shumei | 2024/7/22 20:07:47
  • Xinjiang's natural beauty drives job opportunities and economic development

    Busy roads, fully booked hotels, and tourists with diverse accents are a common sight in Aksu, located in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. This vibrant scene marks the peak of the tourism season, as the renowned Duku Highway - one of China's most beautiful roads - opens to the public, drawing visitors from all corners of the country.

    By Xie Wenting in Aksu | 2024/7/21 23:10:47
  • Experts urge joint crackdown on crime after kidnapping and murder of Chinese dampen investment and tourism in the Philippines

    As reports mount on the participation of Philippine offshore gaming operators in illegal activities, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has taken action by establishing a special task force on July 20 to crack down unlicensed Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) hubs that authorities believe have tarnished the country's reputation. Anti-Kidnapping Group is one of the police units under the task force.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/7/19 0:49:03
  • What is kung fu like? Shaolin practitioners worldwide showcase charm of martial art, beauty of philosophy

    What is kung fu like? Shaolin kung fu can involve agile movements, resilient spirit, elegant motions or powerful strikes. Regardless of age, race, gender, or body type, every Shaolin disciple shares a common belief.

    By Shan Jie in Dengfeng | 2024/7/18 22:22:04
  • Post-quake reconstruction in Xinjiang builds safe homeland, ensures human rights protection and cultural heritage preservation

    For sixth-grader Gulsima Turhong, the excitement of moving to her new home is overwhelming. "There are so many good things about our new home," she said, with her voice brimming with enthusiasm.

    By Xie Wenting in Aksu and Shan Jie in Beijing | 2024/7/18 23:05:05
  • China's AI tech brings more convenient, dignified life to people with disabilities and their families

    Editor's Note: Large models, robots, intelligent manufacturing, autonomous driving... In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has frequently 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 such as 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.

    By Huang Lanlan | 2024/7/17 20:15:21
  • Young Americans recount moments angrily rebuking anti-China politician at a forum

    A video capturing a few passionate young Americans confronting a former senior White House official Matthew Pottinger and being forcefully removed from the venue has recently made a splash across social media platforms in China and the US. According to José Vega, the 25-year-old American who was being dragged out of the venue violently, Pottinger made inflammatory remarks accusing China of instigating a potential World War III during his speech at a forum on security issues relating to the Taiwan Straits recently held in New York. Outraged by these false allegations, José and his friends Simon Miller and Robert Castle felt compelled to speak out against Pottinger's divisive rhetoric.

    By Liu Yang and Hu Yuwei | 2024/7/16 22:22:01
  • Exclusive: More evidence points to connection between over 100 human skulls found in Tokyo and infamous Unit 731's wartime experiments

    “If the discovery seemed like the opening scene of a murder mystery, it is one that Japan prefers to leave unsolved,” the New York Times once commented on the startling and frightening discovery in Tokyo in 1989 of more than 100 human skull suspected of being linked to the Imperial Japanese Army's infamous Unit 731.

    By Xu Keyue | 2024/7/15 2:36:36
  • Witness to History: Prominent pro-market researcher explains why China chose reform and opening-up in late 1970s

    Since 1978, China has made remarkable achievements in economic and social development. Many of the things that were unthinkable, unimaginable in the past have now become reality. Today, looking back, why did China choose to reform and open up in the late 1970s?

    By Cao Siqi in Haikou | 2024/7/14 20:12:49
  • Shaolin Games kicks off in Shaolin Temple, gathering kung fu stars from six continents

    A Shaolin kung fu festival opened in the Shaolin Temple in Central China's Henan Province on Saturday, gathering over a hundred of participants to compete for the global kung fu star title, while exchanging cultures and making friends.

    By Shan Jie in Dengfeng | 2024/7/13 16:22:10
  • Impression of New Era: China's maritime industry continues to contribute Chinese wisdom, strength to the world

    July 11 marked the 20th Maritime Day in China. It is the only holiday in China's maritime field approved by the State Council, the country's cabinet.

    By Global Times | 2024/7/11 18:19:13
  • Irish international law expert explains invalidity of 2016 tribunal on S.China Sea, drawing global archives to refute Philippines' irrational sovereignty claim

    With the approach of the 8th anniversary of the so-called South China Sea arbitration awards, a ruling in 2016 that challenged China's claims in the waters and seriously violates international law, Anthony Carty, an Irish scholar of international law and author of "The History and Sovereignty of the South China Sea Islands" stressed in a recent interview with the Global Times that the Philippines has no right to claim the sovereignty over the South China Sea and archival evidence supports China's claims over a number of islands.

    By Hu Yuwei and Wang Wenwen | 2024/7/12 0:44:29
  • Turkey does not subscribe to anti-China rhetoric, hopes to enhance economic cooperation with Beijing: Ambassador

    The China-Turkey strategic cooperative relationship has witnessed a sound momentum of development under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state. As a major developing country and member of the Global South, Turkey is now actively applying for a BRICS membership. What motivates Turkey to apply for the BRICS membership and how does it view its relations with the EU? What kind of cooperation does Turkey want to conduct with China? Global Times reporter Xie Wenting (GT) interviewed Turkish Ambassador to China Dr İsmail Hakkı Musa (Musa) on these topics as well as his opinions on the "China's overcapacity" and "de-risking" rhetoric.

    By Xie Wenting | 2024/7/11 21:28:12
  • Three new energy storage power stations in Nanjing incorporated into the state grid for the first time

    The State Grid Corporation of China recently completed the grid connection of GCL-Xin, Banqiao, and Datang energy storage power stations in Nanjing, located in East China's Jiangsu Province. These three new energy storage power stations on the side of the power grid can increase the short-term emergency peak capacity by 200,000 kilowatts for the Nanjing power grid, meeting the daily electricity demand of 50,000 households. This will also improve the new energy consumption capacity, save 64,000 tons of standard coal consumption, and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 200,000 tons per year, learned the Global Times.

    By Global Times | 2024/7/11 17:38:23
  • OpenAI's cut of China's access to its API service would 'push domestic developers to catch up vigorously'

    US tech firm OpenAI has restricted access to its artificial intelligence (AI) models through its application programming interface (API) service in China since Tuesday.

    By Leng Shumei and Huang Lanlan in Shanghai | 2024/7/10 22:01:46
  • Xi's Footsteps: Xi's Central Asia trip consolidates brotherhood, boosts cooperation

    Chinese President Xi Jinping's first Central Asia visit as head of state dates back to 2013 when he proposed the concept of the Silk Road Economic Belt in Astana. In the following years, he visited the region frequently for bilateral and multilateral discussions. On July 2 to July 6, the Chinese president again set foot on this land for attending the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) in Astana, and paid state visits to Kazakhstan and Tajikistan.

    By Xing Xiaojing in Astana, Li Xuanmin in Dushanbe, and Zhang Han in Beijing | 2024/7/9 20:50:53
  • Philippines' response to evidence of ecological destruction in S.China Sea 'weak and untenable,' reflects nervousness, experts say

    Following the evidences released by China that reveal the Philippine illegally grounded warship as the main cause of damage to the coral system of Ren'ai Jiao, the Philippines has chosen to ignore the facts and said that the "Chinese experts" are spreading falsehoods in a statement on Tuesday. Experts called the response "weak and untenable" as it shifted blame, deflected attention and made baseless accusations against China, showing their desperation after being caught in their destructive actions by scientific evidence.

    By Hu Yuwei | 2024/7/9 19:25:45
  • Chinese trendy toys increasingly popular in Southeast Asia

    ​Chinese trendy toys have become a sensation in countries in Southeast Asia. Recently, a toy named LABUBU, an intellectual property (IP) created by Chinese cultural and creative company POP MART, with pointed ears and serrated teeth, has become a top seller in Thailand, with people queuing up in long lines and waiting at online shops to make a purchase. Boosted by recent visa-free policies, many people in Thailand are even traveling to China to buy LABUBU toys.

    By Zhang Jinruo and Ma Mengyang | 2024/7/9 6:27:00
  • Witness to History: Descendants recount WWII relic evacuation, showcasing Chinese cultural influence, unity in crisis

    Despite the immense hardships, the artifacts were largely preserved, achieving a monumental feat that stands as the largest-scale, most extensive, and longest-lasting effort to protect cultural heritage artifacts during World War II.

    By Shan Jie in Shanghai | 2024/7/7 20:38:52
  • Shanghai, Taiwan teenagers enhance friendship at art exchange performance

    “Let us look forward to a brighter tomorrow...” a thunderous applause erupts as the choir's voices gradually faded, filling the theater with warmth and appreciation. On stage, young performers exchange handshakes and embrace, with their faces adorning with smiles or tears of emotion.

    By Huang Lanlan in Shanghai | 2024/7/6 21:03:32
  • Leading companies, creators share observations on China's fast-developing AIGC

    In a vivid display of technology and creativity, visitors witness a simple image of a cat being transformed into a lively and dynamic short video. The scene unfolds as a staffer uploads the image onto a screen, which then magically brings the adorable feline to life. The atmosphere is filled with excitement and wonder.

    By Huang Lanlan in Shanghai | 2024/7/5 23:07:08
  • World-class AI technologies, products shine at WAIC in Shanghai

    Amid the eager anticipation of visitors, a young woman's photo appears on a large screen. Next to the photo is a video of a woman with almost the same look who breaks into a radiant smile. "She" runs her fingers through her hair, and waves enthusiastically to the people standing around. "She" crackles the atmosphere with excitement.

    By Huang Lanlan in Shanghai and Leng Shumei in Beijing | 2024/7/4 21:51:44
  • Philippines-China relations should not be defined by maritime disagreements: Filipino expert

    In an exclusive interview with the Global Times on Thursday, Lambino said that Philippines-China relations should not be defined solely by minor disagreements in maritime areas, and the South China Sea should serve as a maritime bridge linking the two countries.

    By Liu Xin, Zhao Juecheng, Su Yaxuan and He Zhuoqian | 2024/7/5 1:37:29
  • More ethnic minority graduates return to hometowns, hope to bring technology, innovation to local communities

    Editor's Note: The youth are the vanguards of our time, showcasing boundless energy and vibrant personalities. Gen-Zers not only represent the makers of the future but also serve as agents of change in the present. With an open mindset and an international outlook, they actively integrate into the currents of globalization, engaging in deep exchanges, and collaborating with youth from around the world to explore pathways and strategies to address global challenges. The Global Times launched the “Voice from Gen Z” series, which focuses on the proactive actions and innovative achievements of young people in areas such as global governance, cultural exchange, environmental protection, and technological innovation. Through this column, we aim to showcase the unique charm and future leadership of global Gen-Zers.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/7/4 21:08:32
  • Returning overseas graduates devoted to rural revitalization through 'village cafes'

    Editor's Note: The youth are the vanguards of our time, showcasing boundless energy and vibrant personalities. Gen-Zers not only represent the makers of the future but also serve as agents of change in the present. With an open mindset and an international outlook, they actively integrate into the currents of globalization, engaging in deep exchanges, and collaborating with youth from around the world to explore pathways and strategies to address global challenges. The Global Times launched the “Voice from Gen Z” series, which focuses on the proactive actions and innovative achievements of young people in areas such as global governance, cultural exchange, environmental protection, and technological innovation. Through this column, we aim to showcase the unique charm and future leadership of global Gen-Zers.

    By Cao Siqi in Yuyao | 2024/7/4 21:01:50
  • Switzerland opposes protectionism, hoping to promote China-Switzerland FTA upgrade: Swiss Federal Councilor

    Switzerland will continue to promote the upgrading of the China-Switzerland Free Trade Agreement (FTA), particularly in many areas worth advancing, such as market access and e-commerce, within the China-Switzerland FTA, said Swiss Federal Councilor Guy Parmelin on Tuesday in Beijing.

    By Xie Wenting | 2024/7/3 22:04:31
  • Tariff cuts under ECFA suspended as DPP 'kidnaps well-being of people in Taiwan for political interests'

    The Chinese mainland on May 31 announced the suspension of tariff concessions on 134 items under the Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement (ECFA) due to separatist acts made by the Taiwan authorities.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/7/3 20:27:13
  • Filipino groups call for de-escalation of tensions with China, expressing concerns over dampened trade and investment enthusiasm

    The current tensions between China and the Philippines have become "increasingly concerning," with the "potential to unnecessarily escalate into a crisis that could destabilize the economic development trajectory of the Philippines, China, and the broader Asian region," warned Cecilio K Pedro, President of the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc (FFCCCII), in a recent interview with the Global Times. As a representative of the business sector, he expressed a clear worry that the current situation has significantly hindered investor confidence and morale in the Philippines, calling for peace and dialogue to resolve disputes.

    By Hu Yuwei | 2024/7/3 0:38:58
  • Lacquer painting artist leads villagers on remote island to prosperity

    With summer holidays approaching, Zhang Gaojun's schedule is packed to the brim. At an art gallery in Xinjian village in Zhoushan, an island city in East China's Zhejiang Province, he is busy welcoming a large number of tourists as well as hosting various workshops on paper-cutting and paintings of fishermen.

    By Cao Siqi in Zhoushan | 2024/7/2 23:37:50
  • Over 80 percent of Kazakh respondents view cooperation with China as opportunity: GT survey

    The Global Times Research Center conducted a mutual perception survey from June 10 to June 24 in China and Kazakhstan on topics such as China-Kazakhstan relations, the SCO, and relations between Central Asia and China, targeting the general public aged 18 to 70 in both countries.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/7/2 22:45:59
  • Joining BRICS diversifies Thailand's economic partnerships beyond Western allies and neighboring ASEAN, says Thai scholar

    Thailand's decision to apply to join the BRICS mechanism reflects its proactive approach to maximize economic opportunities and enhance its strategic outlook toward diversifying economic partnerships beyond traditional Western allies and neighboring ASEAN countries, Tharakorn Wusatirakul, the president of the BRI Institute of Research Development on Economics and Education in Thailand, told the Global Times in an exclusive interview. The potential BRICS membership will offer an alternative to the dominance of Western-led mechanisms in shaping global economic and political agendas, said Wusatirakul.

    By Hu Yuwei | 2024/7/2 21:51:43
  • GT investigates: Hong Kong Journalists Association 'fails to represent HK media; connection to riots raises eyebrow'

    The infamous Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) recently elected its new executive committee. The new committee, unsurprisingly similar to the association's previous leadership, is mainly composed of journalists from foreign media outlets and freelancers, making it more like a group representing foreign journalists in Hong Kong.

    By Huang Lanlan and Chen Qinging | 2024/7/1 22:12:10
  • Chancay port a highlight of China-Peru win-win collaboration despite US pressure

    Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday that China stands ready to work with Peru to advance the comprehensive strategic partnership to new heights. Xi also urged joint efforts for the completion of Chancay Harbor on schedule, the Xinhua News Agency reported.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/6/30 20:05:56
  • Exclusive: China Coast Guard vessel helps rescue a Philippine fishing boat in distress near Huangyan Dao

    A China Coast Guard (CCG) vessel in patrol launched a rescue operation and helped rescue a Philippine fishing boat in distress in the waters near China's Huangyan Dao, also known as Huangyan Island, in the South China Sea on Saturday, with two people on board injured and in critical condition, the Global Times learned from the CCG exclusively on Sunday.

    By Lin Xiaoyi and Du Qiongfang | 2024/6/30 19:26:13
  • Power supplier in Puyang, Central China, enhances support for local aquaculture industry to promote rural revitalization

    "We have inspected the power lines inside and outside the base, and you can use them with confidence," Jiao Yulu from State Grid Puyang Power Supply Company assured staff at Dashizhi Agricultural Technology Co., Ltd. in Chenzhuang Town, Fanxian County, located in Central China's Henan Province. This assurance came after a thorough inspection of the electricity consumption of the breeding base, ice maker, oxygen pump, generator, and other electrical equipment at the company.

    By Global Times | 2024/6/28 15:44:44
  • China's cooperation with Peru can serve as a model for Latin America: Peruvian president

    During Peruvian President Dina Boluarte's five-day visit in China, she tried out China's new energy vehicles in Shenzhen and gave a thumbs up to the new technology of Chinese enterprises. She also took a ride on China's high-speed rail and praised it, saying, “Chinese high-speed train is really fast! We arrived [at our destination] so quickly.” She extended an invitation to Chinese people, saying Peru has many world-renowned historical and cultural heritage sites, and we welcome more Chinese tourists to visit.

    By Zhao Yusha and Bai Yunyi | 2024/6/28 9:47:48
  • Reports on New Caledonia unrest shows Western media's crisis exploitation, bias toward China

    Regardless of the true historical or social reasons behind the recent unrest in New Caledonia, or many other events in the Pacific Island countries (PICs), Western media invariably continue to point fingers at China, maliciously exaggerating or fabricating China's role and influence in the region while ignoring the facts and distorting the achievements of China's cooperation with these countries.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/6/27 23:03:40
  • Chinese people celebrate 103rd anniversary of CPC with pride and unity

    As July 1, 2024 marks the 103rd anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC), various activities are being held to celebrate this important milestone.

    By Global Times | 2024/6/27 20:34:30
  • Deep focus: Chinese vocational schools help foreign youngsters change life, realize self-fulfillment via international cooperation

    “The Luban Workshop helped me realize my dream, and there is nothing more joyful than seeing dreams come true. This is the most precious gift that China has given to the youth of Djibouti!” said Aisha, 23, in Djibouti.

    By Leng Shumei and Li Xuanmin | 2024/6/27 18:45:30
  • San Diego Zoo to receive first panda pair to enter the US in 21 years

    Panda pair Yun Chuan and Xin Bao departed on Wednesday from the China Conservation and Research Center for Giant Pandas in Southwest China's Sichuan Province towards the San Diego Zoo in the US, where they will begin a 10-year residency to continue nearly 30 years of friendly cooperation between the two sides, the center announced.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/6/27 2:54:21
  • GT investigates: US aid a 'cloak and dagger' tactic to ensure profit generation, preserve its hegemony

    It is anticipated that the US will unveil a new military aid package for Ukraine valued at up to $150 million within this week, which would include munitions for the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System and other critical munitions, the Voice of America (VOA) reported Monday, citing two US officials whose names were not given.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/6/26 21:07:51
  • Young physicists accelerate realization of commercial fusion energy in China

    Amid growing concerns over energy crisis around the world, especially given AI's enormous appetite for electricity in the future, confinement nuclear fusion is viewed by many experts and industry insiders as the ultimate energy solution to provide humanity with an almost infinite, clean, and cheap source of energy.

    By Global Times | 2024/6/25 22:30:46
  • China's Gen-Zer leads AI revolution, making nation a major global player

    As the global AI revolution driven by cutting-edge large models gains momentum, it is the young guns in the tech world who are leading the charge. One standout figure is Zeng Guoyang, the Gen-Zer CTO of Chinese AI startup ModelBest, making waves in China's AI scene. With over a decade of experience under his belt, the 26-year-old leads a top-notch R&D team born from Tsinghua University.

    By Hu Yuwei | 2024/6/25 22:25:37
  • 220-kilovolts power transmission and transformation project put into operation in Nanjing to embrace green electricity

    With the correct nuclear phase of the 220 kilovolts equipment in the station and the successful completion of the load test, the state grid in Nanjing construction of the power grid peak summer project - Wangjiang 220 kilovolts power transmission and transformation project 220 kilovolts equipment was put into operation successfully on June 18, the Global Times learned from State Grid Nanjing Power Supply Company.

    By Global Times | 2024/6/25 15:48:52
  • Witness to History: Victims detail 2014 terror attack in Hotan of Xinjiang region

    Terrorism is the common enemy of humanity. Incomplete statistics show that from 1990 to the end of 2016, separatist, terrorist and extremist forces launched thousands of terrorist attacks in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Behind these terrorist attacks are innocent people whose lives have been shattered by these evil acts.

    By Liu Xin | 2024/6/24 21:56:49
  • China aims to start construction of world's biggest particle collider in 2027

    China aims to start construction of its Circular Electron-Positron Collider #CEPC in 2027, aligning with the country's 15th five-year plan. Estimated to cost approximately 36.4 billion yuan ($5.2 billion), the 100-kilometers project will be the world's biggest particle collider and is considerably cheaper to build and run than Europe's Future Circular Collider.

    By Global Times | 2024/6/24 0:24:30
  • New wave of Chinese enterprises going global shows unique characteristics, boosts potential for world-class enterprises

    "There are more Chinese people here!" — This might be the biggest impression that locals in Monterrey, the largest industrial city in northern Mexico, have had in the past two years. Whether in local parks or neighborhoods, or on international flights, Chinese faces are increasingly common.

    By Xie Wenting and Bai Yunyi | 2024/6/23 19:26:17
  • China kicks off nationwide special rectify action on artificial breeding of terrestrial wildlife

    A nationwide special action is underway in China to investigate and rectify artificial breeding of terrestrial wildlife in the country until September 30, Chinese National Forestry and Grassland Administration (NFGA) confirmed on Thursday, according to news portal The Paper.

    By Global Times | 2024/6/20 20:32:40
  • China's AI application at forefront of the world, fully capable of building an independent talent cultivation chain: Turing Award Winner

    "The affirmation and encouragement from President Xi Jinping have made me feel the weight of responsibility on my shoulders even heavier," a Chinese computer scientist from the Tsinghua University Andrew Chi-Chih Yao told the Global Times after receiving a reply letter from President Xi on June 11.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/6/20 20:14:45
  • Welcome to China! Foreign visitors flock to document incredible experiences as cross-border tourism surges

    Foreign visits to China are heating up, with a notable surge in cross-border tourism in recent months. “China travel” is also becoming a buzzword on various social media platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, and others, as numerous bloggers document travel experiences ranging from landmark buildings in big cities to unique tours of county life across China.

    By Global Times | 2024/6/20 18:02:43
  • Uruguayan ambassador eyes greater dialogue with China

    Fernando Lugris, Uruguayan Ambassador to China, said that Uruguay will strive to revitalize and rejuvenate the dialogue with China as a top priority when it takes over the presidency of the Southern Common Market (Mercosur) in July. In an interview with the Global Times on Tuesday, he stressed that China is a reliable and healthy trade partner for his country.

    By Hu Yuwei | 2024/6/20 2:01:50
  • China runs to be one of top global players in AI model R&D, says ModelBest co-founder

    The recent controversy surrounding Stanford University students plagiarizing a Chinese AI large model has sparked heated discussion online after the model drew global attention for its powerful performance. Liu Zhiyuan, the co-founder of ModelBest, whose model was allegedly copied, told the Global Times that the case should not be over-interpreted, but it does highlight how China is gradually becoming an important player globally in AI model research and development.

    By Hu Yuwei | 2024/6/20 0:56:14
  • Global worries grow over wider regional war amid Israel-Lebanon tension

    The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said on Wednesday that plans for an attack in southern Lebanon had been approved and steps had been taken to accelerate "readiness of troops in the field."

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/6/20 0:39:10
  • How can the voices of people in China's rural areas be heard?

    China's human rights stories are unfolding in a new era of comprehensive deepening reform and historic changes. It is a great practice of China's poverty alleviation and whole-process people's democracy, a thorough reformation in judicial, medical insurance and other key sectors related to the national economy and people's livelihood, as well as a combination of numerous impressive and inspiring individual stories.

    By Hu Yiyi and Feng Lei | 2024/6/19 23:40:00
  • China's commercial 'artificial sun' achieves first discharge

    The world's first fully high-temperature superconducting tokamak device, Honghuang 70 (HH70), has recently successfully achieved first plasma, marking a significant leap of China in the development and application of fusion technology for clean energy, the device's developer Shanghai-based fusion energy company Energy Singularity announced on Wednesday.

    By Global Times | 2024/6/19 22:21:12
  • Green Prosperity: Symposium explores paths for eco-industry development, empowering ecological civilization construction

    Recently, a forum exploring ecological industries and new quality productive forces was held over the weekend in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province, aiming to address issues that impact the scope and path of ecological civilization construction and high-quality development. At the event, the Global Times engaged with policymakers, industry leaders, and scholars to understand the current progress and future directions of China's ecological industry.

    By Shan Jie in Hangzhou | 2024/6/18 21:48:08
  • Nearly one-third of Australian respondents hope to travel to China: GT survey

    Nearly one-third of Australian respondents hope to travel to China to learn more about the country and more than half of Australians "strongly support" or "support" people-to-people exchanges between China and Australia, according to the latest survey jointly conducted by the Global Times Institute (GTI) and the Australian Studies Centre of Beijing Foreign Studies University on China-Australia relations.

    By Xie Wenting and Li Meng | 2024/6/18 1:05:21
  • Exclusive insight into human rights achievements through the growth of young Living Buddhas in Xizang Buddhism Academy

    It is just his long religious name that signifies that the 14-year-old boy is a Living Buddha of Tibetan Buddhism.

    By Shan Jie, Yang Ruoyu, Cao Siqi, and Fan Wei in Lhasa | 2024/6/17 22:00:44
  • US expands military footprint in Middle East to control energy markets, boost arms sales: ex-Israeli peace negotiator

    The UN Security Council adopted a resolution aimed at reaching a comprehensive ceasefire deal in three phases to end the war in Gaza on Monday. According to the resolution, phase one includes an “immediate, full and complete ceasefire with the release of hostages including women, the elderly and the wounded, the return of the remains of some hostages who have been killed, and the exchange of Palestinian prisoners.” The resolution urged both parties to fully implement the terms of the proposal “without delay and without condition.” How will the resolution impact on the current Palestine-Israel conflict? Is the “comprehensive arrangement” sought by the US feasible? Global Times reporters Xie Wenting and Bai Yunyi (GT) talked to ex-Israeli peace negotiator Daniel Levy (Levy), the president of the US/Middle East Project, on these pressing matters.

    By Xie Wenting and Bai Yunyi | 2024/6/17 2:57:41
  • Stigmatizing vaccines causes serious consequences, Sinovac said after US secret anti-vax campaign against China revealed

    Stigmatizing vaccines can lead to extremely serious consequences like causing mistrust between science and public health, among other consequences, China's leading vaccine supplier Sinovac told the Global Times in an exclusive response on June 15 after Reuters revealed that US Pentagon ran a secret anti-vaccine campaign to undermine China during the COVID-19 pandemic.

    By Hu Yuwei and Bai Yunyi | 2024/6/16 12:40:57
  • China-Australia mutual popularity on the rise, people call for strengthened cooperation in new energy, climate change: GT survey

    Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Australia on Saturday for an official visit, on the second leg of his ongoing three-nation tour. His visit also came on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the China-Australia comprehensive strategic partnership.

    By Xie Wenting | 2024/6/16 17:14:55
  • 90% of Chinese respondents want to learn more about India, hope to visit cities like Mumbai and New Delhi for tourism: GT survey

    Chinese citizens show a strong willingness to learn more about India, with 90 percent expressing interest, and 64 percent expressing strong willingness, according to a recent survey by the Global Times. Mumbai and New Delhi are the top destinations for Chinese respondents, who also show interest in and familiarity with Indian films.

    By Shan Jie, Xie Wenting, and Li Meng | 2024/6/13 22:05:07
  • Nearly 70% Indian respondents believe close and cooperative relationship with China beneficial for India: GT survey

    In recent years, India has emerged as an important player on the global stage, and one of the most important relationships for India is its dynamic relationship with China. As two of the world's most populous countries and fastest-growing economies, the relations between China and India have far-reaching implications for the region and the world. From May 23 to June 5, 2024, the Global Times Institute (GTI) conducted a survey in China and India, interviewing people on their perceptions of India's role on the global stage, China-India relations and India-US relations. In China, 1,440 valid samples were collected through online surveys. In India, 1466 valid samples were collected through online surveys and face-to-face interviews, covering four languages: English, Hindi, Tamil, and Bengal.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/6/13 21:04:35
  • China achieves significant results in marine resources protection and development, launches big data platform to further protect the sea

    China's maritime industry has entered its best period of development in history, according to Sun Shuxian, vice minister of natural resources and head of the State Oceanic Administration. The statement was made at a ceremony marking World Oceans Day in Xiamen, East China's Fujian Province, on June 8.

    By Global Times | 2024/6/13 18:07:13
  • Innovations in Chinese uranium mining technology promote development of eco-friendly and digitalized mines

    On the grasslands of Tongliao, North China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, herds of cattle and sheep leisurely graze as the wind gently blows through the vast expanse. This picturesque scene of nature paints a green impression left by a uranium extraction digital well in China.

    By Lin Xiaoyi in Tongliao | 2024/6/13 15:19:11
  • Deep Focus: More Chinese graduates are returning to vocational schools for practical skills, clear career plan

    AI, digital life, space travel ... The future is coming at an unimaginable speed. At this crucial moment when China has embarked on a new journey to comprehensively build a modern socialist country, such rapid development and transformation not only bring vast opportunities and prospects, but also unpredictable challenges and problems.

    By Leng Shumei, Huang Lanlan and Shan Jie | 2024/6/12 22:53:13
  • GT investigates: How US deploys acts to contain China's biomedicine sector, and will it succeed?

    "The company is not under the control of any government," New Jersey-based contract manufacturing and development service provider (CDMO) GenScript Biotechnology Co said in a notice on June 2 in response to some US lawmakers' request, along with the FBI, of a briefing on the company's connections to China.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/6/11 22:05:46
  • Dragon boat races gain momentum worldwide, showcasing enduring charm of traditional Chinese festive and exchanges between civilizations

    Dragon boat races are gaining momentum across the world during the celebration of the Dragon Boat Festival. The dragon boats embody not only the rich heritage of the festival, but also the universal values of teamwork, perseverance, and cultural appreciation. The sport's journey from a traditional Chinese festival activity to a global phenomenon is a testament to its enduring charm and the power of cultural exchange.

    By Global Times | 2024/6/10 20:44:27
  • Pakistan and China cooperation has reached space, even higher than sky: Pakistani planning minister

    From June 4 to 8, 2024, Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif made an official visit to China. This was Sharif's first visit to China since being re-elected as Prime Minister this year. He was accompanied by several members of the Pakistani cabinet and businessmen. Ahsan Iqbal (Iqbal), Pakistani minister for planning, development and special initiatives was among the delegation.

    By Global Times | 2024/6/7 20:12:56
  • Chinese scientists reveal a significant underestimation of actual precipitation in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau, call for new observation strategy

    The Qinghai-Xizang Plateau, also known as the Tibetan Plateau and widely viewed as the Asian water tower, is home to over 100,000 square kilometers of glaciers and 1 million square kilometers of frozen soil. It serves as the source of 10 major Asian river systems flowing into 10 countries, and supports the lives of about 2 billion people.

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/6/6 21:08:55
  • Rumors about Fu Bao an effort of some certain party to politicize giant panda to smear China: expert

    The China Conservation and Research Center for Giant Panda in Southwest China's Sichuan Province on Wednesday released a the latest video of female giant panda Fu Bao enjoying fresh bamboos in the Wolong Shenshuping base.

    By Shan Jie and Leng Shumei | 2024/6/6 4:03:27
  • China-Africa Rhapsody: 'Access to Satellite TV for 10,000 African Villages' project promotes native languages, local dialects in remote rural Africa

    Editor's Note: Having enjoyed a long history, friendly exchanges between China and Africa have been deepened in recent years, covering various fields such as politics, economy, and culture. The Global Times is launching a China-Africa Rhapsody series, aiming to showcase the profound human connections and development visions between the two peoples by sharing the true stories of Chinese people in Africa and African people in China. From touching stories of China-Africa cooperation and exciting collisions of youthful ideas to debunking fallacies concocted by some Western sources about China-Africa collaboration, this series hopes to promote closer cooperation and deeper understanding between the peoples of China and Africa. This installment highlights how China's satellite TV project for 10,000 African villages has supported the promotion of ethnic languages and dialects in remote rural Africa via dubbing in local languages and AI models.

    By Hu Yuwei | 2024/6/5 20:48:11
  • Pakistan-China Friendship: Building a brighter future for upgraded version of CPEC in the new era

    Pakistan and China have an iron-clad friendship spanning 73 years, marked by shared sentiments of unparalleled strategic trust, camaraderie, and unflinching solidarity. Our "All Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership" has grown into a sturdy tree with deep roots in the hearts of our two peoples. We have stood by each other, through weal and woe, sharing good as well as challenging times together, in the true spirit of iron-clad friendship. Our special relationship is rooted in the mutual understanding of the people of both countries, and built on shared ideals, values, and aspirations. This has made China and Pakistan good neighbors, good friends, and good brothers who understand, trust, and support each other.

    By Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif | 2024/6/5 0:28:07
  • China's achievement in ecological conservation an inspiration to global efforts: UNEP executive director

    June 5 is World Environment Day. According to China's Ministry of Ecology and Environment, the theme for World Environment Day in 2024 is "Comprehensively Advancing the Construction of a Beautiful China." In the context of this important background, Inger Andersen, the Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Director of the UN Environment Programme, was recently interviewed by the Global Times and other Chinese media outlets, discussing China's leadership role and contributions to global biodiversity conservation. In particular, the recent launch of the Kunming Biodiversity Fund marks China's significant support and investment in the global ecological protection cause.

    By Shan Jie and Bai Yunyi | 2024/6/4 19:59:16
  • GT investigates: How Japan continues to whitewash its nuclear-contaminated wastewater dumping through new cognitive tactics?

    This is the 15th installment in the series. Japan has dumped some 40,000 tons of nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the sea since August 2023. This installment examines some new cognitive warfare tactics by Japan to whitewash its irresponsible discharge, further deceiving the international community, and even shifting the blame to China.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/6/3 20:43:08
  • Xi's letter inspires young 'ambassadors' to learn Chinese, foster China-UAE exchanges

    Adorned with cute drawings, neat calligraphy, and words full of emotion and great enthusiasm for their Eastern neighbor and friend China, 40 Chinese-language students in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently sent letters of affection in Chinese to Chinese President Xi Jinping.

    By Xie Wenting, Shan Jie in Beijing and Zhang Zhiwen in Dubai | 2024/6/2 16:56:33
  • A glimpse into innovative system that could convert ship emissions into liquid carbon dioxide

    A 20-foot container-shaped storage tank is placed at a dock on Shanghai's Changxing Island, near the Yangtze River. Its white exterior shines in the seaside sun.

    By Huang Lanlan in Shanghai | 2024/5/30 20:43:16
  • Young population, favorable govt policies conducive to entrance of Chinese tech companies into Middle East

    China's expanding and growing cooperation with the Arab countries is, once again, under the spotlight as the 10th Ministerial Conference of China-Arab States Cooperation Forum convened in Beijing on Thursday. In recent years, cooperation between China and Middle Eastern countries has entered a “fast lane,” as the oil-rich region tries to reduce its reliance on oil and turns to diversify its economy while China's development road map aligns with those countries' development strategies.

    By Zhao Yusha in Riyadh and Shan Jie in Dubai | 2024/5/30 19:49:50
  • Learning through play: Children engage in diverse extracurricular activities for International Children's Day

    June 1 is International Children's Day. As the day approaches, children across China are stepping out of their classrooms to engage in a variety of colorful extracurricular activities to gain knowledge and broaden their visions.

    By Global Times | 2024/5/30 18:36:36
  • GT investigates: Ethnic minorities in US forced to work in low-paying jobs, face challenges of forced labor, racial discrimination

    Editor's Note: China's State Council Information Office on Wednesday released a document entitled The Report on Human Rights Violations in the United States in 2023, detailing the country's deteriorating human rights situation with solid facts and figures. The report noted that ethnic minorities in the US face systematic racial discrimination, as the chronic disease of racism persists in the US. While a ruling minority maintains political, economic and social dominance in the country, the majority of ordinary people are increasingly marginalized, with their basic rights and freedoms being disregarded.

    By Liu Xin, Xing Xiaojing and Fan Anqi | 2024/5/29 22:42:39
  • Tibetan Plateau lakes to expand by 50% by 2100 due to climate change: latest study

    Lakes on the Tibetan Plateau are projected to expand in area by around 50 percent during the 21st century under a low emissions scenario, putting critical human infrastructure and ecosystems at risk of being submerged, according to a latest study of scientists from the Institute of Tibetan Plateau Research (ITP), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS).

    By Leng Shumei | 2024/5/29 22:41:06
  • China increasingly raising voice for international laws is of enormous value: ICRC regional head

    Editor's Note: This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. The collaboration between China and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has become closer over the years as China has increasingly made efforts in the global humanitarian cause. In an exclusive interview with Global Times (GT) reporter Xie Wenting, Balthasar Staehelin (Staehelin), head of Regional Delegation for East Asia of the ICRC, said that China's commitment to advocating for international law is particularly significant as China's influence resonates not only within its borders but also beyond. He also hailed the initiatives that China has proposed to achieve stability through developmental approaches and the promotion of conflict resolution through dialogue. He expressed his hopes for further collaboration with China, particularly in leveraging technology to enhance humanitarian efforts.

    By Xie Wenting | 2024/5/28 21:54:45
  • GT investigates: Is US really the largest foreign aid donor? Numerous rubber cheques expose US arrogance, hypocrisy in intl aid

    The US Senate, in April 2024, approved a $95.3 billion foreign aid package for some of its allies including Ukraine and Israel. For Ukraine, the aid contained provisions, such as the Biden administration sending to Kiev more US-made missiles known as long-range ATACMS, and Biden seeking repayment of $10 billion in economic assistance from Ukraine, reported The New York Times on April 25.

    By Huang Lanlan and Leng Shumei | 2024/5/27 19:56:37
  • Xi's letter to Great Wall protectors inspires a broader effort to protect this Chinese cultural treasure for future generations

    In this installment, the Global Times visits a village at the foot of the Great Wall in Beijing's Yanqing district. People there take pride in protecting this world cultural heritage site. On May 15, they received a letter from President Xi. In his letter, Xi called for efforts to let more people know about the Great Wall and to engage more people in protecting the Great Wall so as to pass on the ancestors' precious heritage to future generations.

    By Shan Jie | 2024/5/26 20:28:16
  • Deep Focus: Deaths of 20 Siberian tigers in wildlife park in East China shed light on challenges faced by Chinese private zoos, ignite debate on their future

    I visit zoos out of curiosity for wildlife. Animals deprived of their natural habitat were the last thing I looked forward to seeing in a zoo and I believe so it was for many others, said the 33-year-old woman who works in Beijing.

    By Leng Shumei and Shan Jie | 2024/5/23 20:04:09
  • Chinese farms use drones, big data to ensure bountiful harvest

    As summer begins, various regions in China are making every effort to ensure a successful summer harvest.

    By Global Times | 2024/5/23 19:47:11
  • Report on relocation program in Xizang ill-intentioned, shows clear bias: experts

    The recent report released by Human Rights Watch (HRW), which sensationalized the alleged "forced urbanization" of rural residents in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region has been strongly criticized by Chinese scholars and local residents. They noted that the ill-intentioned report aims to smear China's human rights situation and it also laid bare the arrogance and ignorance of anti-China forces toward the lives of ethnic groups residing in the region and their rights to development.

    By Liu Xin | 2024/5/23 1:55:22
  • GT investigates: Who is real 'killer' of South China Sea ecosystem?

    In recent years, in order to promote the scientific conservation and long-term sustainable use of global fishery resources, China has not only strictly implemented fishing moratorium policies in its territorial waters, but has also initiated voluntary fishing moratorium activities in certain international waters, setting a model for global marine ecological preservation through using innovative measures.

    By Hu Yuwei, Fan Wei and Zou Zhidong in Manila | 2024/5/20 12:14:11
  • One-China principle reaffirmed widely across Pacific Island Countries

    In recent weeks, several Pacific Island Countries (PICs) have strongly reaffirmed their commitment to the one-China principle through various diplomatic engagements and public declarations.

    By Shan Jie | 2024/5/22 1:49:24
  • Expanding population of wild Asian elephants in Yunnan are living symbols of China's ecological commitment

    May 22 marks the International Day for Biological Diversity. In this installment, Global Times reporters visited the habitat of wild Asian elephants in Southwest China's Yunnan Province. Accompanying elephant protectors, we delve into the natural habitat of Asian elephants, engaging in face-to-face exchanges with local villagers and rangers to gain a direct understanding of the profound significance of conserving biodiversity.

    By Shan Jie in Xishuangbanna | 2024/5/21 22:27:48
  • GT investigates: DPP's lavish bribery for international support will only lead to isolation and embarrassment

    At the so-called inauguration ceremony of Taiwan regional leader-elect Lai Ching-te on Monday, a few scattered seats were occupied by the "diplomatic allies" of the ruling secessionist Democratic Progressive Party (DPP).

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/5/20 22:25:08
  • History, culture are foundations for understanding China's politics: renowned Spanish expert

    For a long time, the West has greatly misunderstood China, especially when it comes to China's strategic intentions. They are accustomed to misrepresenting them, wrote Xulio Rios (Rios), a well-known Chinese affairs expert in Spain, in a recent article published on Spanish newspaper El Correo. He also wrote that China has successfully promoted its modernization process and created its own unique path, but China never intends to impose its model on third parties.

    By Xie Wenting and Bai Yunyi | 2024/5/20 22:14:33
  • China's giant panda conservation and research center opens special column on WeChat to refute panda rumors

    The China Conservation and Research Center for Giant Panda in Southwest China's Sichuan Province opens a special column to refute rumors over giant pandas on its WeChat account on Monday.

    By Global Times | 2024/5/20 22:09:05
  • GT investigates: The 'Chinese killed Jesus Christ' post is a farce, but why it was allowed to spread on X is worth a closer look

    In the 14th installment in the series, the Global Times looks into how the US government and major social media platforms connive to spread anti-China slander online, as a non-obvious cognitive warfare trick that incites hostile sentiment toward China among ordinary US people.

    By Huang Lanlan | 2024/5/19 19:18:02
  • AI lovers, children offer intimate relationship, lead human into tender digital future

    Editor's Note: Big models, robots, intelligent manufacturing, autonomous driving... In recent years, AI (artificial intelligence) has frequently made headlines around the world as a hot topic of discussion. The emergence of generative AI programs has also created unemployment anxiety. The development of technology has indeed brought challenges in various aspects such as in ethics and law. But at the same time, 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.

    By Huang Lanlan | 2024/5/16 20:36:45
  • Bees & Elephants: Villagers in Yunnan turn to beekeeping to bolster conservation of wild Asian elephants

    A bee weighs 0.1 grams, while an Asian elephant can reach 5 tons. However, despite their small size, these tiny insects are aiding in the recovery of elephant populations and mitigating human-elephant conflicts.

    By Shan Jie in Xishuangbanna | 2024/5/16 20:10:37
  • Exclusive: Latest images show severe rust on Philippines' illegally grounded warship at Ren'ai Jiao; ship may 'cause irreversible damage to marine life'

    The hull and interior facilities of the illegally grounded Philippines' warship at Ren'ai Jiao (also known as Ren'ai Reef) are severely corroded, according to a set of images exclusively obtained by the Global Times from the China Coast Guard (CCG) recently. Experts warned that the illegally grounded warship may cause irreversible and continuous damage to the marine life in the South China Sea.

    By Fan Wei, Hu Yuwei and Zhang Yuying | 2024/5/15 16:17:11
  • Philippines likely to increase illegal resupply activities to grounded warship in Ren'ai Jiao in 2024: report

    The number of illegal resupply activities to the illegally grounded warship in the South China Sea by the Philippines will continue to increase in 2024, an expert from Chinese think tank Grandview Institution warned based on a report the institution released on Tuesday.

    By Guo Yuandan and Leng Shumei | 2024/5/15 22:18:23
  • High-level visits from Pakistan highlight investment, bilateral ties

    Pakistan's newly appointed Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Mohammad Ishaq Dar is visiting Beijing this week. He has a busy schedule of meetings with officials and business leaders in a bid to attract Chinese investment and further improve bilateral relations between China and Pakistan.

    By Xie Wenting | 2024/5/15 22:11:01
  • Pakistan's new government to enhance cooperation with China in second phase of CPEC, AI technologies: minister

    Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with visiting Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday. Wang called on the two countries to further enhance and develop their all-weather strategic cooperative partnership during the meeting. Ahead of Dar's visit, Pakistan's Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal (Iqbal) kicked off a visit to Beijing on May 8. Iqbal's visit is the first high-level visit of a Pakistani official to China since the new government came to power in March. At a press conference on May 9 at the Pakistan Embassy in Beijing, Prof. Iqbal shared his opinions on the relationship and cooperation between China and Pakistan with Global Times reporters Leng Shumei and Xie Wenting (GT). He also shared the new government's expectations for the construction of the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

    By Leng Shumei and Xie Wenting | 2024/5/15 20:05:48
  • Exclusive: Worry escalates as Okinawa residents find Dutch soldiers on US military base

    May 15 marks the 52nd anniversary of Okinawa's "return" to Japan. Recently, Okinawan residents discovered the presence of Dutch naval soldiers in the training grounds of the US military base in Okinawa but the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs may have been unaware of this beforehand. On Tuesday, Okinawan residents who discovered this matter spoke exclusively to the Global Times, detailing the sequence of events.

    By Xing Xiaojing | 2024/5/15 1:11:57
  • 'Chinese people are hospitable; so are we,'American Gen Zers recall journey in China, appeal for common ground and enduring friendship

    "The youth of China and the US should continue to build strong friendships, improving their understanding of each other, and their countries. This will help lead citizens around the world to interact and communicate with each other." This sentiment was solemnly shared by 17-year-old Colin Millage from Muscatine High School from the US state of Iowa, as he returned to the country after an 8-day study tour in China in late April.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/5/14 22:14:47
  • 'We have each other in future plans,' Chinese Gen Zers see bright prospect in China-US relations through bridged divide, enhanced trust

    Wang Jiaqi, a senior at the Shijiazhuang Foreign Language School in North China's Hebei Province, will never forget the moment when she and her American partner Christina said goodbye.

    By Lin Xiaoyi | 2024/5/14 22:05:47
  • GT investigates: Who's the Philippine NGO that is inciting Filipino civilians to launch new round of staged provocation near China's Huangyan Dao?

    After recruiting journalists and fisherfolk to launch infringing activities in the South China Sea, the Philippines is about to play a new round of trick in staging another incident. Philippine media outlets recently reported that a Filipino non-governmental organization called Atin Ito, or “This is ours,” is planning to rally a group of so-called Philippine fisherfolk to travel to the waters around China's Huangyan Dao (also known as Huangyan Island) in an attempt to use “fisherfolks” as “human shields, ” to initiate a fresh round of provocation in the South China Sea and deliberately engage in “sadfishing” to the international community.

    By Liu Xuanzun and Fan Wei | 2024/5/13 20:37:57
  • Xi's Footsteps: Xi's Europe trip carries forward friendship, charts the course for the future

    Five days and six nights, three countries and four cities, over 30 bilateral or multilateral activities... these figures encapsulate Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visit to Europe, the first of its kind in five years.

    By Wang Wenwen in France, Hungary and Zhang Han in Serbia | 2024/5/12 19:16:13
  • What's China like through the lens of global vloggers pouring in?

    "Welcome to the future!" These are the first words Ansh Mishra says to the camera, in a vlog of his trip to China that he shared on YouTube in late April. With lively electronic background music, the vlog shows attractive scenes including a metro station dome with a futuristic design, the interactive screen of a service robot, and a metro train equipped with high-tech facilities.

    By Huang Lanlan | 2024/5/9 20:13:41
  • A special journey to memorable sites that bond China to France, Serbia, Hungary

    Chinese President Xi Jinping and French President Emmanuel Macron had an in-depth engagement during a restricted meeting at Col du Tourmalet in the Pyrenees mountains in southwestern France, an area dear to Macron for being the birthplace of his maternal grandmother. The special arrangement allowed the two leaders to establish a more direct dialogue in a personal and friendly atmosphere.

    By Global Times | 2024/5/9 18:06:16
  • Xi's letter encourages Serbian steelworkers to strive for better future, contribute to better bilateral ties

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